Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Galaxy 5: Nirvana
Date: Jul 18, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McCullen has a takedown stuffed.
Salazar was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
McCullen is looking to clinch.
Salazar swats away the attempt to clinch by McCullen.
Salazar feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Salazar swats away the attempt to clinch by McCullen.
Salazar is looking to clinch but McCullen is avoiding it. #CL#
Salazar closes the distance and clinches.
Salazar lands a right hand.
Salazar scores with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen has Salazar pressed against the cage.
Salazar throws a head punch that misses.
Salazar throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Salazar.#BC#
Salazar breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Salazar fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McCullen.#CL#
Salazar clinches with his opponent.
McCullen is stalling here.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that McCullen 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.
Salazar misses with a hook to the ribs.
Salazar managing to block the knees to the body from McCullen.
McCullen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Salazar throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Salazar manages to break the clinch.
McCullen lands with a nice body kick.
McCullen fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
Salazar forces McCullen back against the cage and clinches.
McCullen is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Salazar to keep the fight standing.
McCullen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McCullen blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Salazar breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McCullen is looking to clinch but Salazar is avoiding it. #T2#
McCullen throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Salazar counters with a low kick, right behind McCullen 's knee.
McCullen wants to clinch.
McCullen closes the distance and clinches up with Salazar, looking for a takedown. McCullen pushes Salazar against the cage but Salazar circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Michael Salazar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sam McCullen.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCullen shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Salazar pinned against the cage. Salazar gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL#
Salazar has McCullen up against the cage in a clinch.
McCullen is trying to drag Salazar to the mat but Salazar just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2#
McCullen gets a trip takedown into half guard.#T3#
Salazar has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McCullen is working away from the top position though.
Salazar pushes McCullen off but McCullen dives into side control.
Salazar dodges the ground and pound from McCullen.
McCullen controlling from side mount.
McCullen passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Salazar!
Salazar wants to control but McCullen is having none of it.
McCullen unloads with some shots from mount but Salazar bucks and avoids them well. #T4#
Salazar tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Salazar is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
McCullen can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Salazar is looking to escape.
Salazar 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.
McCullen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Salazar keeps working.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Salazar wants to control but McCullen is keeping busy.
Salazar avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McCullen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Salazar dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Salazar tries to clinch there but McCullen circles away. #CL#
Salazar has managed to clinch.
McCullen has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Salazar is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
McCullen tries to stall but Salazar uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
McCullen is trying to pull guard but Salazar has him pressed against the cage.
Salazar misses with a punch on the inside.
McCullen is looking for a takedown.
Michael Salazar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sam McCullen.
McCullen prevents a body shot from Salazar.
Salazar lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Salazar lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down McCullen.
Salazar misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Salazar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen tries to pull guard but Salazar holds him up against the cage and eventually McCullen drops back down to his feet.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Salazar.
McCullen is trying to pull guard but Salazar has him pressed against the cage.
McCullen blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Salazar breaks the clinch. #T1##TD2#
McCullen bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Salazar sneaks out the side door and pushes McCullen away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Salazar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
McCullen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Salazar counters with a series of strikes. McCullen will be more careful next time no doubt.
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!
Salazar connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent McCullen tumbling to the canvas! Salazar pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! McCullen was done - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Michael Salazar!
Michael Salazar was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: Galaxy 2: Energy
Date: Jun 27, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McCullen misses with a jab to the body
and Robinson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses.
Robinson is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
McCullen wants to clinch.
McCullen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Robinson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
McCullen tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Robinson defends well and McCullen ends up having to push Robinson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A head kick misses from Robinson.
McCullen changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Robinson tries to avoid it but McCullen manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Robinson to the ground. Robinson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
McCullen rushes Robinson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
McCullen swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Robinson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Robinson tries a head kick but it misses.
McCullen tries to clinch there but Robinson circles away. #T1#
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Robinson moves out of range of the body kick from McCullen.
Robinson shapes to counter with a head kick.#CL#
McCullen clinches. #BC2#
Robinson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Robinson lets loose with a powerful body kick. McCullen will feel that in the morning.
McCullen takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #CL#
McCullen has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Robinson breaks from the clinch.
McCullen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL#
McCullen has Robinson up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
McCullen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McCullen has been working on his boxing with his coaches at London MMA Club in the buildup to the fight.
No luck with that takedown attempt from McCullen.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sam McCullen. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Robinson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Robinson feints a counter leg kick.
Robinson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Robinson digs a good body shot into McCullen's ribs.
McCullen fails with an attempt to clinch.
A shot to the body from McCullen misses
and Robinson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
McCullen tries to clinch but Robinson moves out of range.
Sam McCullen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCullen dives in and grabs Robinson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Robinson pushes down on McCullen's head and hops out.
Robinson stuffs the takedown.
Robinson throws a fast counter high kick but McCullen manages to duck under it in time.#T3#
McCullen tries to close the distance and clinch but Robinson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McCullen fails with an attempt to clinch.
McCullen dives in and grabs Robinson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Robinson pushes down on McCullen's head and hops out.
Robinson lands a high kick!
McCullen misses with a double jab
and Robinson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A looping hook to the body misses from Robinson. McCullen does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen fails with the takedown
and Robinson counters with a big head kick but McCullen shrugs it off.
Robinson tries a head kick but it misses.
McCullen shoots for a takedown but Robinson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
McCullen shoots in and drives through. Robinson sprawls well.#T4##CL#
McCullen rushes Robinson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Robinson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McCullen tries to clinch up
and Robinson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps McCullen thinking.
McCullen moves in looking to clinch but Robinson pushes him off.
McCullen throws a leg kick but Robinson sees it coming and moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Robinson leaves McCullen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McCullen wants to clinch
and Robinson counters with a left to the body.
McCullen shoots and misses
and Robinson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

CJ Robinson dominated that round.
That's time! McCullen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Robinson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Robinson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Robinson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McCullen has time to react.
McCullen tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Robinson misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL#
Robinson tries to keep at a distance but McCullen has taken the fight into the clinch.
McCullen misses with a short punch on the inside.
McCullen misses with the head strike.
McCullen tries to work over Robinson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #BC2#
Robinson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
McCullen moves into the clinch.#T1##BC#
McCullen manages to break the clinch.
Robinson connects with a solid leg kick. #CL2#
Robinson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
McCullen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Robinson scores with a nice short uppercut.
The referee calls for Robinson to work.
Robinson blocks an uppercut.
Robinson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from McCullen - that landed with a thud. #BC#
McCullen manages to break the clinch. #CL#
McCullen drives through and clinches with Robinson against the cage.
McCullen misses with some punches.
Robinson blocks an uppercut. #T2##BC2#
Robinson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McCullen fails in his attempt to clinch.
Robinson lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Robinson is on the wrong end of a nice combination from McCullen.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
McCullen shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Robinson's guard.
McCullen is looking to work some ground and pound but Robinson has wrist control.
Robinson keeping moving, preventing McCullen from controlling successfully.
McCullen loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #ES2#
Robinson manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Robinson working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3#
McCullen tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
McCullen missing with knees to the body.
McCullen tries a body shot but Robinson blocks it.
Robinson is stalling here.
Robinson blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Robinson breaks the clinch.
Robinson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Robinson counters with an outside leg kick.
Robinson lands a really nice looking cross but McCullen seems unphased.
Robinson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Robinson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Robinson wants it to stay on the feet.#T4#
McCullen tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Robinson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McCullen moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromRobinson.
McCullen tries to clinch but Robinson moves out of range.
CJ Robinson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McCullen tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Robinson counters with a series of strikes. McCullen will be more careful next time no doubt.
A thudding body kick lands there by Robinson!
McCullen throws a combination that misses
and Robinson counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
McCullen tries to clinch there but Robinson circles away.
Robinson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Robinson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
McCullen throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Robinson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A chopping leg kick lands by Robinson.
Donk. Robinson catches McCullen right on the button with a cross.
McCullen is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Robinson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

CJ Robinson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! McCullen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
A head kick misses from Robinson.
McCullen tries to clinch
and Robinson counters with an inside leg kick.
Robinson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Robinson jabs McCullen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Robinson keeps the fight on the outside.
McCullen is looking to clinch but Robinson is avoiding it.
McCullen darts in looking for a takedown but Robinson gets double underhooks and turns McCullen into the cage.
Robinson misses with an uppercut. McCullen saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen tries to clinch but Robinson is having none of it. #CL#
McCullen clinches up against the cage.
Robinson blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Robinson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
McCullen has Robinson up against the cage in a clinch. #T1#
McCullen misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Robinson scores with a nice short uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.#BC2#
Robinson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McCullen tries to clinch up
and Robinson counters with a right hand to the body.
Robinson slaps away a takedown attempt from McCullen, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Robinson is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McCullen rather than just go for the knockout.
Robinson tries a head kick but it misses. #CL#
McCullen has Robinson up against the cage in a clinch.
McCullen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Robinson's elbow.
CJ Robinson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sam McCullen has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T2##BC2#
Robinson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCullen tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Robinson counters with a head kick.
McCullen tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Robinson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sloppy strikes from McCullen. Those never looked like landing.
Robinson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Robinson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Robinson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McCullen with a lazy takedown attempt
and Robinson counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. McCullen is lucky that one didn't land flush.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sam McCullen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Robinson swings for the body but McCullen moves out of range.
A head kick misses from Robinson.
McCullen is looking for a counter combo.#T3#
Robinson keeps the fight on the outside.
Robinson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McCullen's head backwards.
Robinson throws a head kick that misses.
Robinson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McCullen at a distance.
That kick from Robinson tenderised McCullen's leg. McCullen is trying to keep his angry face on.
McCullen shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Robinson sprawls well. Robinson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McCullen gets slowly back to his feet.
Robinson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sam McCullen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Robinson throws a head kick that misses.
McCullen shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
CJ Robinson seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
McCullen shoots in looking for a takedown. Robinson tries to sprawl out of it but McCullen keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Robinson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Robinson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
McCullen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Robinson blocks a head kick by McCullen.
McCullen is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McCullen shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Robinson but Robinson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McCullen shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Robinson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Robinson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... CJ Robinson!

Event: PL MMA 40 Big Day!!!
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from McCullen is defended easily by Gaston.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gaston tries a head kick but it misses.
McCullen lands with a nice body punch.
McCullen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gaston throws a push kick but McCullen slaps the foot to one side.
McCullen drops his hands momentarily and Gaston takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gaston ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
McCullen moves away from the strike by Gaston.
A combination from McCullen does no damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gaston was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
Gaston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Gaston does a little dance to reset his feet.
A solid leg kick lands there for McCullen.
McCullen lands a high kick! #CUT2#
It looks like Roy Gaston has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A shot to the body from Gaston misses
and McCullen counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
McCullen throws a jab but it's blocked by Gaston.
Gaston looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McCullen avoids the head kick by Gaston.
A big right from McCullen misses.
McCullen throws a right and a left that Gaston avoids nicely.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from McCullen is defended easily by Gaston.
McCullen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
McCullen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Gaston in his tracks.
McCullen lands a nice looking body shot.
A big right from McCullen misses.
Gaston is looking to counter punch.
Gaston scores with a spinning back kick!
Gaston scores with a decent looking hook.
Gaston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
Gaston is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Roy Gaston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
McCullen smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice uppercut there from Gaston.
Gaston throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Gaston sizes up McCullen with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Gaston throws a body punch but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gaston.
McCullen swings for the body but Gaston moves out of range.
McCullen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Gaston in his tracks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gaston.
McCullen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A big left from Gaston misses.
Gaston misses with a wild body shot.
McCullen tests Gaston's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nice defenses there by Gaston.
It looked like Gaston was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McCullen.
Gaston moves away from the strike by McCullen.
Gaston throws a shot from downtown. McCullen moves away and avoids it.
A nice side step and McCullen releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Good leg kick by Gaston. #T3#
Gaston ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.
McCullen looks to land a right hand but Gaston moved out of range.
Gaston is looking to counter punch.
McCullen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McCullen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gaston sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Roy Gaston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sam McCullen.
McCullen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCullen misses with a straight left.
McCullen shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Gaston sprawls well. Gaston wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McCullen gets slowly back to his feet.
Gaston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gaston.
Gaston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big left from McCullen misses.
Gaston cracks McCullen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Gaston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
Gaston lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
McCullen moves out of range of the body kick.#T4#
Gaston throws a sloppy head kick and McCullen moves out of range easily.
McCullen now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Gaston pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCullen throws a low kick but Gaston moves out of range easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gaston with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McCullen throws the left hand but Gaston avoids the punch easily.
Gaston avoids the body shot from McCullen.
A shot to the body from Gaston misses
letting McCullen counter with a right hand.
McCullen scores with a hook to the body. Gaston takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Gaston scores with a jab to the head.
Gaston throws a body kick that misses
and McCullen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Gaston thinking.
The fighters circle momentarily. Gaston darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
McCullen shoots in and drives through. Gaston sprawls well.
An inside leg kick from McCullen misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCullen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Gaston ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.
McCullen misses with a series of wild punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sam McCullen will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
McCullen with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Gaston to score with a decent uppercut.
Gaston misses the jab.
It seemed like McCullen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Gaston takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McCullen lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gaston circles away quickly and effectively.
McCullen takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Gaston fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
Gaston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gaston cracks McCullen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Gaston lands a leg kick that knocks McCullen off balance momentarily.
Gaston lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Gaston misses the jab.
Gaston cracks McCullen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen lands with a shot to the body.
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It looked like Gaston was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McCullen.
McCullen slips under a jab from Gaston.#T1#
The fighters circling - McCullen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gaston fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McCullen on the side of the head.
McCullen misses with a series of wild punches.
As McCullen backs away, Gaston returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
McCullen avoids the head kick by Gaston.
Gaston explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
A decent looking cross lands there for McCullen.
McCullen bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McCullen slips under a jab from Gaston.
McCullen throws out a counter right but Gaston avoids it with no problem.
McCullen throws an overhand right that lands on Gaston's shoulder, as Gaston tries to avoid the shot.
Gaston lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McCullen with a jab.
Gaston throws a body shot but no joy.
Gaston takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gaston dodges the punch combination from McCullen.
Gaston jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Gaston lands a head kick! #T2#
Gaston tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gaston is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McCullen takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Roy Gaston is winning the standup battle so far.
McCullen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gaston.
Gaston throws a sloppy head kick and McCullen moves out of range easily.
McCullen only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A big left from Gaston misses.
McCullen throws a hook but Gaston avoids it easily.
McCullen tries a head kick but it misses.
A big left from McCullen misses.
McCullen throws a right hand that Gaston ducks under and follows up with a left that Gaston also avoids with ease.
McCullen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gaston gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A head kick misses from Gaston.
McCullen scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McCullen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T3#
McCullen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McCullen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gaston avoids the body shot from McCullen.
McCullen shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Gaston eats them both and turns towards McCullen to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
McCullen misses with a straight left.
Gaston waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCullen.
Gaston looks to land a left hand but McCullen moved out of range nicely.
McCullen slips under a jab from Gaston.
The fighters circling - McCullen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McCullen stuns Gaston with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gaston fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McCullen misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Gaston on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gaston moves away.
Nice body kick there by Gaston.
Gaston lands with a slapping head kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gaston lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
McCullen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Gaston connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McCullen scrambles back to his feet.#T4#
Gaston jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Gaston staying out of range there.
McCullen tries to score with a low kick but Gaston moves his leg out of the way.
Gaston throwing a counter right hand but McCullen manages to avoid it.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
McCullen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
McCullen has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Gaston.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gaston moves away.
McCullen shoots for a takedown but Gaston saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
McCullen is breathing heavily.
Gaston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCullen.
Gaston throws a head kick but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
McCullen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Gaston pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gaston moves into range and connects with a jab.
Gaston throws a head kick that half lands.
McCullen misses with a hook. Gaston ducked under it nicely.
McCullen misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Gaston counters with a thumping low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roy Gaston dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Gaston looks for the body kick but McCullen saw that one coming.
McCullen goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Gaston throws a jab when McCullen was well out of range.
McCullen on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Jab, jab by Gaston - just one landing.
Gaston throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
McCullen connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gaston's hands.
Gaston plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Gaston jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McCullen takes one on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gaston pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gaston misses with the body kick
and McCullen counters with a flying knee. Nice.
McCullen has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Gaston.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gaston manages to avoid it.
Gaston keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McCullen.
Gaston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
Gaston fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McCullen checks it well.
McCullen connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gaston. Gaston circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McCullen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A nice leg kick lands there from McCullen.
Gaston lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McCullen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Gaston's sensitive parts.
Gaston misses with a head kick.
McCullen throws a jab when Gaston was well out of range.
McCullen stuns Gaston with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A head kick misses from McCullen.
Gaston throws a shot to the body.
McCullen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Gaston is just out of range.
McCullen digs a good hook to Gaston's body.
Gaston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCullen.
Gaston misses with a head kick.
Gaston throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen misses with an uppercut.
Gaston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gaston lands a jab to the nose.
A good leg kick by McCullen.
Gaston throws a wild body kick that McCullen sees coming a mile off.
Gaston goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Gaston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Gaston. That did some damage!
Gaston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice body punch from McCullen.
Gaston connects with a solid leg kick.
McCullen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gaston. Gaston obviously looking to wear him down.
McCullen takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gaston lands a nice looking body shot.
McCullen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice body punch from Gaston.
Gaston works the jab nicely.#T3#
McCullen throws a jab when Gaston was well out of range.
A low kick from McCullen misses
and Gaston counters with a thumping low kick.
Decent striking displayed by McCullen there.
A head kick by Gaston misses
and McCullen counters with a good low kick that Gaston was not able to check.
McCullen thuds a left hand into Gaston's body.
Gaston checks the leg kick.
Gaston throws a nice inside leg kick.
McCullen tries a head kick but it misses.
Gaston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gaston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCullen misses with a low kick.
Gaston throws a quick counter head kick but McCullen was just out of range.
Gaston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen throws a low kick but Gaston avoids it.
McCullen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Gaston in his tracks. #T4#
Gaston throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by McCullen.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCullen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen misses with a wild combination.
Gaston throws a hook but McCullen blocks it.
Gaston misses the shot to the body.
McCullen scores with a body shot.
Gaston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCullen.
McCullen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gaston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from McCullen misses the target.
Gaston throws a sloppy head kick and McCullen moves out of range easily.

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 Roy Gaston.
Well Gaston 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Roy Gaston!
Roy Gaston very nearly forgot to thank Pit Bull Development 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: PL MMA 34Dagestanskiy vs White
Date: Apr 29, 2020

#R1#
McCullen moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Scott seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Scott missing with a left hand there. McCullen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McCullen 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.
McCullen throws a body punch but Scott moves out of range.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCullen throws a body kick that misses.
Scott goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Scott is looking to score with low kicks.
Scott missing with a left hand there. McCullen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scott takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Scott.
The fighters circling - McCullen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scott was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Scott stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McCullen.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCullen throws a body kick that misses.
Scott ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.#T1#
Scott throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McCullen's waist but McCullen gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Scott off to one side.
Scott waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCullen.
McCullen scoring well with a low kick there.
McCullen scores with a three punch combo!
McCullen scores with a jab.
Scott loads up on a big right hand but McCullen slips the punch.
McCullen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
McCullen throws a hook to the side of Scott's head but Scott sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Scott attempts a counter takedown but McCullen avoids it well and moves away.
McCullen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scott sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scott closes the distance and clinches up with McCullen, looking for a takedown. Scott pushes McCullen against the cage but McCullen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
McCullen looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Scott shoots in looking for a takedown. McCullen tries to sprawl out of it but Scott keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McCullen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Scott. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCullen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
McCullen throws a good cross that connects.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCullen lands with a good body shot.
Scott pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCullen misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Scott counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for McCullen!
Scott controlling the position.
McCullen prevents Scott from moving into mount. #SUB#
Scott is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but McCullen is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCullen is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
McCullen is holding Scott down, trying to stall.#SUB#
Scott swings around for an armbar but McCullen sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Scott's guard.
Scott working a defensive guard but McCullen passes into half guard. #T4#
McCullen controlling the action here.
Scott wants to control but McCullen is keeping busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen'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#
Scott checks a leg kick nicely.
McCullen throws a leg kick
and Scott makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Scott is just out of range.
Scott scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
McCullen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Scott misses with a wild body shot.
Scott misses with a left hand
and McCullen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
McCullen gets caught napping as Scott dives in and scores a takedown. McCullen manages to retain guard.
McCullen keeping moving, preventing Scott from controlling successfully.
Scott looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Scott drops back, looking for a kneebar! McCullen looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. McCullen looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from McCullen! #REVB#
Scott is trying to work for a sweep but McCullen has mounted him!
Scott is working to get back to half guard.
McCullen controlling his opponent.
Scott tries to reverse the position but McCullen maintains control.#T2#
Scott holds on for dear life.
Scott regains half guard.
Scott gets full guard.
Scott is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Scott is keen to just control but McCullen is a slippery customer.#T3##SUB#
Scott is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McCullen is just riding it out for now. Scott eventually gives up the hold.
Scott working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on McCullen's thigh. McCullen counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Scott stopping the sweep attempt from McCullen.
Sam McCullen has got the better of the ground game so far.
Scott trying to control but McCullen is working from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Scott drops back, looking for a kneebar! McCullen looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. McCullen looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from McCullen! #REVB#
McCullen takes a little break here. Scott wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Scott gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Alejandro Scott will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Scott misses with a wild combination.
McCullen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scott.
McCullen throws a chopping leg kick but Scott manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McCullen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#TD#
Scott closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Scott lands in his opponent's guard.
McCullen wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Scott pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCullen is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Scott looking to sit in guard and control but McCullen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Scott is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Scott wants to hit a sweep here but McCullen passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Scott there!
Scott is looking to improve his position but McCullen isn't that keen on the idea.#T2#
Scott tries to lock up and control but McCullen gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Scott is in all sorts of trouble here.
McCullen controlling from mount.
Scott can't escape the position.
Scott is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
McCullen controlling his opponent.
Scott wants to control but McCullen is having none of it.
McCullen wants to control but instead Scott manages to regain half guard.
Scott wants to control the action here but instead McCullen manages to pass to full mount!
McCullen controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Scott controls the position.
McCullen trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Scott tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McCullen controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scott wants to control but McCullen is having none of it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sam McCullen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McCullen 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sam McCullen!
Our winner, Sam McCullen, 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: PL MMA 29* McDonald vs Mencken
Date: Apr 11, 2020

#R1#
Akharraz lands with a good body shot.
McCullen is looking to slow Akharraz down with leg kicks. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short left from McCullen.
McCullen blocks the elbow strike. #BC#
Akharraz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Akharraz has McCullen up against the cage in a clinch.
McCullen throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
McCullen tries to work over Akharraz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Akharraz really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Akharraz lands a left hand.
Akharraz working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Akharraz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Akharraz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head kick by McCullen misses
and Akharraz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCullen throws a lazy head kick
and Akharraz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Akharraz has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Kaptajnernes Træningscenter in the buildup to the fight.
McCullen scores with a nice body kick. #T1##CL#
Akharraz closes the distance and pushes McCullen back into the cage.
Akharraz lands a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Akharraz.
McCullen works on Akharraz's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch on the inside from Akharraz fails to land.
Akharraz gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from McCullen.
Akharraz misses with the head strike.
Akharraz pushes McCullen back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McCullen lands a body shot.
McCullen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McCullen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Akharraz's elbow.
Akharraz is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Akharraz tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
McCullen throws a head punch that misses.
McCullen throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
McCullen works on Akharraz's body with a couple of short punches.
Akharraz throws a punch but it's blocked by McCullen.
McCullen letting Akharraz take a breather here.
Akharraz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Akharraz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from McCullen.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCullen working aggressively here.
McCullen throws a punch but it's blocked by Akharraz.
A nice left hand lands by McCullen. #BC#
Akharraz breaks from the clinch.
Akharraz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Osama Akharraz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCullen looks to throw the jab but Akharraz is out of range.
McCullen throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Akharraz tries to clinch but McCullen is having none of it.
McCullen misses with a body kick.
Akharraz misses with a head kick.
As Akharraz backs off McCullen throws a huge counter combo but Akharraz manages to avoid it all.#T3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Akharraz.
Akharraz tries to clinch but McCullen moves out of range.
Akharraz fails with an attempt to clinch.
A nice side step and McCullen releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
McCullen keeps the fight on the outside.
A countering left hand to the body from McCullen misses.
Akharraz is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Nice defenses there by McCullen.
Good shot there by Akharraz.#CL#
Akharraz darts in and clinches McCullen up against the cage.
A body shot lands from Akharraz.
Akharraz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McCullen creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Akharraz breaks the clinch.
Akharraz catches McCullen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
McCullen takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Akharraz misses with a leg kick
and McCullen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Akharraz.
Akharraz lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McCullen circles away quickly and effectively.#CL#
Akharraz gets a clinch.
McCullen working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McCullen tries to throw a body punch but Akharraz avoids it by throwing McCullen back against the cage.
Akharraz lands with a short shot to the head.
McCullen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Akharraz holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Akharraz throws a punch but it's blocked by McCullen.
Akharraz taking a breather.
A short left from Akharraz.
McCullen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Akharraz is trying to force a seperation but McCullen has the dominant position.
Akharraz is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Akharraz throws a punch but it's blocked by McCullen.
Akharraz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Osama Akharraz dominated that round.
That's time! Akharraz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Akharraz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCullen is looking for the big counter here.
Akharraz throws a head kick that misses.
A swing and a miss from McCullen.
Akharraz fails in his attempt to clinch.
McCullen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Akharraz was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL#
Akharraz clinches up with McCullen and pushes him back against the cage.
McCullen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A shot in the inside from Akharraz.
Akharraz struggles to land a body shot inside as McCullen controls his hands.
Akharraz working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from McCullen fails to land.
McCullen lands a shot to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Akharraz.
McCullen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Akharrazs head.
McCullen blocks a body shot from Akharraz.
McCullen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCullen lands a shoulder strike. #T1#
McCullen misses with a punch on the inside.
McCullen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McCullen pushes Akharraz against the cage. McCullen is working some dirty boxing. McCullen pushes off with a quick right hook! Akharraz goes down! Akharraz tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! McCullen moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam McCullen!
A victorious Sam McCullen thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: PL MMA 24 The Crab vs Joe
Date: Mar 25, 2020

#R1#
McDiggle swings for the body but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McCullen misses with a hook
and McDiggle counters with a nice body shot.
McCullen 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.
Nice cross by McCullen.
McCullen throws a body punch but McDiggle moves out of range.
McCullen lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McDiggle checks a leg kick.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but McDiggle is just out of range.
McDiggle avoids the head kick by McCullen.
McDiggle looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
McCullen throws a nice looking combination but McDiggle bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McDiggle was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDiggle throws out a loose jab but McCullen uses good head movement to avoid it.
McDiggle on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McDiggle has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by McCullen.
McCullen connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between McDiggle's hands.#T1#
McCullen missing with a left hand there. McDiggle was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McDiggle is looking for a counter combo.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDiggle manages to avoid it.
Sam McCullen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDiggle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice uppercut lands for McCullen. That snapped McDiggle's head back.
A head kick from McCullen lands but McDiggle takes it in his stride.
McCullen lands with a slapping head kick.
McCullen lands a right hook to the body.
McCullen attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
McDiggle avoids the body shot from McCullen.
McDiggle misses with a low kick.
McCullen throws a hook to the side of McDiggle's head but McDiggle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McDiggle throws a counter high kick but McCullen was just alert enough to avoid it.
McDiggle moves out of range of the leg kick from McCullen.
McDiggle was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
McCullen connects with a leg kick. McDiggle looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
McCullen throws a predictable looking body shot
and McDiggle counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
McDiggle closes the distance and clinches.
A right hand to the body from McCullen.
McDiggle has a couple of punches blocked by McCullen.
McDiggle taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
McDiggle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McDiggle is working McCullen over against the cage.
McCullen tries to throw a body punch but McDiggle avoids it by throwing McCullen back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCullen.
McDiggle scores with a hook to the body.
McDiggle working aggressively here.
McDiggle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McDiggle swings wildly with an uppercut but McCullen uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen pushes McDiggle back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T3#
McCullen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
McCullen blocking some punches.
McDiggle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short uppercut from McDiggle.
McCullen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McDiggle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McDiggle can't find room to land a body shot as McCullen controls the action.
McDiggle blocks a body shot from McCullen.
A short right from McDiggle.
McDiggle misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
McCullen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDiggle was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
McCullen digs a good hook to McDiggle's body.
McDiggle walks into a stiff left hand from McCullen.#T4#
McDiggle tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McDiggle looks to score with a jab to the body but McCullen is just out of range.
McCullen throws the kick towards the body but McDiggle avoids it.
McCullen misses with a leg kick
and McDiggle connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice cross by McCullen.
A shot to the body from McCullen misses
and McDiggle counters with a nice body kick.
McCullen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McCullen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McCullen throws a head kick but McDiggle moves out of range.
McCullen avoids the body shot from McDiggle.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McCullen throws a nice inside leg kick.
McCullen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
McDiggle avoids a kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
McCullen with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McCullen moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
McCullen checks the leg kick nicely there.
McCullen digs a good hook to McDiggle's body.
McCullen bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McDiggle's head backwards.
Nice shot lands for McCullen.
McDiggle bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCullen walks into a jab.
McCullen looks to land a combination but McDiggle avoids it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDiggle was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
McCullen misses with a kick to the body.
McDiggle throwing a counter right hand but McCullen manages to avoid it.
McCullen looks to throw the jab but McDiggle is out of range.
McDiggle misses with a body kick.
Sam McCullen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McDiggle checks the leg kick nicely there. #T1#
McDiggle drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
McCullen lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCullen throws a left and a right that both miss
and McDiggle counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
McDiggle throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCullen swings away with a body shot that misses
and McDiggle counters with a nice body kick.
McDiggle connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Good exchange - McCullen coming out on top.
McCullen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McCullen fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McDiggle looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDiggle avoids the body shot from McCullen.
McCullen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T2#
McCullen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but McDiggle is just out of range.
McCullen misses with a jab to the body
and McDiggle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCullen scores with a jab to the body.
McCullen takes one to the side of the head.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McDiggle at a distance.
McCullen bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McCullen thuds his shin into the meat of McDiggle's side.#T3#
A low kick from McDiggle is predictable there
and McCullen counters with a nice body shot.
McCullen misses with the body kick
and McDiggle counters with a nice uppercut.
McCullen misses the jab.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McDiggle.
A quick step to the side and McDiggle tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McCullen bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
McCullen misses with a straight left.
McDiggle looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
McCullen misses with a wild body shot.
McCullen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McDiggle moves out of range as McCullen throws a body kick.
McCullen swings for the body but McDiggle moves out of range.
McCullen tries to land a body kick
enabling McDiggle to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
McCullen throws a series of punches but McDiggle moves out of range.
McDiggle feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to McCullen's calf.
McCullen lands with a thumping leg kick.
McDiggle tries to work over McCullen's front leg with a kick but McCullen checks it.
McCullen misses with a body kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McDiggle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen throws a lazy head kick
and McDiggle counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McCullen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McCullen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDiggle.
McDiggle jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CUT#
That has opened up Sam McCullen's cut even more.
McDiggle with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McCullen to score with a decent uppercut.
McCullen scores with a head kick. McDiggle tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
McCullen throws a body kick that misses
and McDiggle counters with a right hand to the body.
McDiggle is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McCullen throws a body punch but McDiggle moves out of range.
McDiggle looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McDiggle ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.
McDiggle moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
McDiggle is on the wrong end of a nice combination from McCullen.
McDiggle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
McDiggle just misses with a punch to the body.
McCullen swings for the body but McDiggle moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from McCullen.
McDiggle throws a quick counter kick to the body but McCullen avoids it.
McDiggle ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by McCullen.
Some bone on bone action there as McCullen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T1#
McDiggle chopping away at his opponent's legs.
McCullen lands with a nice body kick.
McDiggle throws out a leg kick but McCullen moves out of range and McDiggle only half commits.
A slow jab from McDiggle misses its intended target.
McCullen connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
McCullen misses with an uppercut.
McCullen misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling McDiggle to counter with a crisp jab.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by McDiggle.
McDiggle tries to move into range but McCullen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McCullen scores with a shot to the body.
McCullen throws the kick towards the body but McDiggle avoids it.
A quick step to the side and McDiggle tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
Buster McDiggle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A big left from McDiggle misses.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McDiggle rather than just go for the knockout.
McCullen lands a really nice looking cross but McDiggle seems unphased.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDiggle avoids the body shot from McCullen.
A cross from McCullen lands.
McCullen connects with a looping right hand.
McCullen throws a body kick that misses.
McCullen throws a sloppy body shot
and McDiggle counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McDiggle connects with the punch.
McDiggle takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
McDiggle takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McCullen digs a good body shot into McDiggle's ribs.#T3#
McCullen tries a head kick but it misses.
McDiggle connects with an inside leg kick.
McCullen swings for the body but McDiggle moves out of range.
McCullen swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and McDiggle counters with a slapping leg kick.
McCullen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McCullen misses with a shot to the body
and McDiggle makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
McDiggle swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McCullen checks a leg kick.
McCullen defending well as McDiggle loads up on a big left hand.
McCullen tests McDiggle's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McCullen swings away with a body shot that misses #KD#
and McDiggle counters with a head kick that drops McCullen to the mat! McCullen scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#
McCullen is rocked!
McCullen connects with a body shot that sends McDiggle's belly button to the back.
McCullen is still on wobbly legs! Can McDiggle 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!
McCullen misses with a jab to the body
and McDiggle counters with a huge left! McCullen is in big trouble! He's backing up but McDiggle isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save McCullen from any more damage. A dominating finish by McDiggle!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Buster McDiggle!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Buster McDiggle waved his t-shirt featuring Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: PL MMA 17 Arjuna vs McDonald
Date: Feb 29, 2020

#R1#
McCullen throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bob takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bob on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bob misses with a looping right.
McCullen slips a jab and a cross from Bob.
McCullen tries to land a front kick but Bob steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bob gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McCullen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bob.
Bob misses with a straight right.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bob misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
McCullen scores with a punch to the head.
Bob takes one to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bob. McCullen does a little dance to reset his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bob has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McCullen finds it's way round the side to connect with Bob's head.
McCullen misses with a wild combination. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Bob does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bob let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bob avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Bob now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
McCullen throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Bob will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bob blocks a low kick nicely.
McCullen scores with a decent looking hook.
McCullen looks to land a combination but Bob avoids it well.
Bob takes a swing at McCullen's ribcage but misses.
McCullen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bob fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McCullen looks to land a left hand but Bob moved out of range nicely.
McCullen misses with a head kick.
McCullen 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.
McCullen throws a body kick that misses. #T2#
McCullen throws out a leg kick but Bob moves out of range and McCullen only half commits.
Bob checks a leg kick.
Bob wants to counter with a clinch but McCullen pushes him away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen punishes Bob's body with a nice straight punch.
McCullen looks to land a left hand but Bob moved out of range nicely.
Bob thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCullen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jab, jab by McCullen - just one landing.
McCullen misses with a straight left.
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
Bob takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McCullen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bob moves out of range as McCullen throws a body kick.
McCullen lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McCullen is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
McCullen finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bob keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McCullen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bob.
No joy there for Bob, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T3#
A slapping leg kick lands for McCullen.
A kick lands to the mid section there for McCullen.
Bob avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bob wants to counter the offense by McCullen and move into the clinch position.
Bob takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Bob does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bob scores with a leg kick.
Bob throws a body shot but no joy.
McCullen is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bob misses with a two punch combination.
McCullen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bob moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
It seemed like Bob was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McCullen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bob.
Bob connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
McCullen feints and then cracks Bob's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bob down.
Bob misses with an uppercut.
As Bob backs away, McCullen returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T4#
McCullen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bob fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bob takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McCullen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bob scores with a hook.
McCullen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bob.
McCullen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bob moves away.
Bob throws a shot from downtown. McCullen moves away and avoids it.
McCullen throws a right and a left that Bob avoids nicely.
A combination from Bob does no damage.
McCullen thinks about countering with a head kick.
Bob takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bob manages to avoid it.
Bob is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCullen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Bob misses with an uppercut. McCullen saw that one coming.
McCullen throws out a powerful jab.
Bob chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McCullen can pounce on him.
Bob slips a jab from McCullen.
Bob takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCullen throws a body punch but Bob moves out of range.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Bob might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, McCullen has got the better of the exchanges.
A telegraphed right hand from Bob misses the target.
Bob connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sam McCullen is winning the standup battle so far.
McCullen's corner calls for a 1-2. McCullen obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bob swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bob throws a nice looking combination but McCullen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McCullen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bob can do to turn this around?
Bob fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCullen manages to avoid it.
McCullen tried to counter with a leg kick but Bob avoided it.
McCullen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bob misses with a straight left.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bob takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Bob misses with a body shot.
Bob is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
McCullen swings for the body but Bob moves out of range.
Bob steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from McCullen. That one must have hurt.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bob manages to avoid it.
McCullen avoids a punch combination nicely.
McCullen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McCullen misses with a shot to the body
enabling Bob to counter with a crisp jab.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen scores with a push kick.
McCullen jabs at Bob's body.
McCullen is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Bob misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
Bob gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T2#
McCullen throws a leg kick but Bob checks it.
McCullen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bob drops his hands momentarily and McCullen takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bob throws a hook but McCullen avoids it easily.
McCullen throws a counter high kick but Bob was just alert enough to avoid it.
Bob ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bob misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
McCullen looks for the body kick but Bob saw that one coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Bob misses the target.
Bob tries to move into range but McCullen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
McCullen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bob.
Bob wants to counter with a clinch but McCullen pushes him away.
Bob avoids the body shot from McCullen.
A telegraphed right hand from McCullen misses the target.
McCullen shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bob eats them both and turns towards McCullen to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#T3#
McCullen lands an overhand right.
McCullen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bob.
McCullen throws a leg kick but Bob sees it coming and checks it nicely.
McCullen misses with a body kick.
McCullen throws a body kick that misses.
McCullen jabs at Bob's body.
Bob tries to land a leg kick but McCullen saw it coming and moves away.
McCullen slips a jab from Bob.
Sloppy strikes from Bob. Those never looked like landing.
Bob takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCullen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
Bob tries to counter with a clinch but McCullen shakes him off and moves away.
McCullen misses the body punch
and Bob counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
McCullen throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Bob walks into a straight right hand from McCullen.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCullen misses with a hook. Bob ducked under it nicely.
McCullen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bob avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Bob wants to counter with a clinch but McCullen pushes him away.
McCullen throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
McCullen throws a body kick that misses.
Bob misses with a leg kick
and McCullen counters with a left and a right that stings Bob.
Bob has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCullen.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Bob does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bob avoids the head kick by McCullen.
Bob throws a series of punches but McCullen avoids them all with ease.
McCullen looks to land a combination but Bob avoids it well.
A nice side step and Bob releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A big right from McCullen misses.
McCullen throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bob has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from McCullen.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bob moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Bob takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCullen swings for the body but Bob moves out of range.
Jab by McCullen.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
McCullen scores with a spinning back kick!
Bob connects with a single shot there.
Bob takes one on the button.
Bob slips a jab from McCullen.
Bob is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
McCullen tests Bob's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bob uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
Bob steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from McCullen.
McCullen throws a shot from downtown. Bob moves away and avoids it.
Bob misses with an uppercut. McCullen saw that one coming.
Bob walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McCullen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bob 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#
McCullen avoids a kick to the body.
McCullen connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bob. Bob circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bob has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bob lands a nice shot to the body.
Bob fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCullen manages to avoid it.
Bob moves out of range as McCullen strikes.
Bob swings and misses with a shot to the body
and McCullen counters with a left to the body.
McCullen lands with an uppercut that bounces Bob off the cage and back into range.
McCullen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McCullen throws a push kick but Bob slaps the foot to one side.
McCullen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bob wants to counter the offense by McCullen and move into the clinch position.
Bob throws a series of punches but McCullen moves out of range.
Bob checks a low kick from McCullen.
The fighters circling - Bob throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bob's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McCullen throws a leg kick that misses.
Silent Bob has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
McCullen misses with a head kick.
A clash of legs there as McCullen blocks the low kick.
Bob misses with a double jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bob misses with a looping right.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from McCullen - that will leave a mark!
A chopping leg kick lands by McCullen.
McCullen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bob throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McCullen.
McCullen misses with a wild body shot.
McCullen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bob.
McCullen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bob.
A nice side step and Bob releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bob slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
McCullen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bobs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
McCullen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bob stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T3#
Bob throws a right hand that McCullen ducks under and follows up with a left that McCullen also avoids with ease.
Bob takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bob throws the left hand but McCullen avoids the punch easily.
Bob throws a right hand that McCullen ducks under and follows up with a left that McCullen also avoids with ease.
McCullen is looking to counter with a body kick.
Bob just misses with a punch to the body.
McCullen throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bob avoids it.
McCullen connects with a body shot.
McCullen cracks Bob with a right hand to the side of the head.
McCullen scores with a kick to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by McCullen.
McCullen scores with a hook to the body. Bob takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McCullen throws a combination. Bob tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
A left lands for McCullen.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bob swings for the body but McCullen moves out of range.
A solid body kick from McCullen.
The fighters circle momentarily. McCullen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sam McCullen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
McCullen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCullen pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bob back to the cage. McCullen follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
McCullen avoids the body shot from Bob.
McCullen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bob's sensitive parts.
Bob misses with a wild body shot.
Bob swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen lands a nice shot to the body.
Bob misses with a right hand
and McCullen counters with a slapping leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from McCullen. Those never looked like landing.
Bob misses with a body shot
and McCullen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bob thinking.
McCullen misses with a wild body shot.
McCullen blocks a jab.
Bob throws a jab but it's blocked by McCullen.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sam McCullen showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McCullen 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sam McCullen!
A relieved looking Sam McCullen thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: RS TBA 2
Date: Feb 05, 2020

#R1#
McCullen checks the leg kick nicely there.
Winston misses with a looping left.
Winston scores with a jab.
Winston has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McCullen finds it's way round the side to connect with Winston's head.
McCullen lands a body shot.
Winston cracks McCullen with a good jab.
McCullen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McCullen there as he acknowledges the shot.
Winston connects with a solid leg kick.
McCullen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McCullen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Winston throws a sloppy head kick and McCullen moves out of range easily.
McCullen jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Winston cracks McCullen with an open hand slap.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCullen lands with a nice body kick.
McCullen connects with a single shot there.
McCullen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
McCullen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Winston lands a head kick. McCullen smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Sam McCullen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCullen moves out of range of the strikes.
Winston looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Winston walks into a straight right hand from McCullen.
Winston cracks a nice hook into McCullen's ribs.
McCullen shoots in but no luck this time.
McCullen misses with a straight right.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Winston.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
McCullen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Winston counter with a right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sam McCullen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCullen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Winston sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Winston throws a right and a left that both miss.
McCullen scores with a body shot.
McCullen connects with a body shot that sends Winston's belly button to the back.
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!
Decent striking displayed by Winston there.
Winston avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
A lazy body kick from McCullen
enabling Winston to counter with a crisp jab.
Winston throws a jab when McCullen was well out of range.
Winston showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McCullen.
McCullen takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
McCullen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McCullen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
McCullen connects with a high kick.
Winston lands a really nice looking cross but McCullen seems unphased.
McCullen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Winston.
Winston throws a head kick that misses.
McCullen is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A good leg kick by McCullen.
Winston connects with a crisp jab.
McCullen looks to throw the jab but Winston is out of range.
McCullen throws a half hearted mid kick.#T3#
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
Winston tries a head kick but it misses.
Sloppy strikes from McCullen. Those never looked like landing.
Winston throws a right and a left that both miss.
Winston just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMcCullen.
Winston darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses
and McCullen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A slow jab from Winston misses its intended target.
McCullen shoots in for a takedown but Winston shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Winston misses with an uppercut. McCullen saw that one coming.
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Winston uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen avoids the head kick by Winston.
Winston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCullen.
Winston throws a good cross that connects.
Winston cracks McCullen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Winston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Winston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McCullen fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Winston looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Winston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCullen.
McCullen lands a lovely overhand right.
Winston scores with a jab.#TD#
Winston gets caught flat footed, as McCullen shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Winston 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#
Winston has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Winston punching from mount but McCullen doing a good job of avoiding damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Winston looking to control but McCullen is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
McCullen wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Winston.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harry Winston dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Winston blocks a jab.
Winston looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
McCullen takes a kick to the side of the head.
Winston lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCullen throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Winston's waist but Winston gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McCullen off to one side.
McCullen shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Winston as he avoids it easily.
Winston digs a good body shot into McCullen's ribs.
Winston moves into range and connects with a jab.
Winston throws the left hand but McCullen avoids the punch easily.
Winston lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Winston's corner calls for a 1-2. Winston obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
McCullen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Winston connects with a solid leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Winston fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McCullen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Winston is just out of range.
Winston lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A jab from Winston misses.
Winston throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Winston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McCullen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice defenses there by Winston.
Winston throws a shot from downtown. McCullen moves away and avoids it.
McCullen quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Winston moves away.
McCullen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Winston throws out the jab.
McCullen with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Winston to score with a decent uppercut.
McCullen moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Winston scores with a sloppy right hand. McCullen should have avoided that one.
Winston looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McCullen defending well as Winston loads up on a big left hand.
McCullen misses with a body kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Winston! But no joy.
Winston tries to bum rush McCullen with a series of wild strikes but McCullen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McCullen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sam McCullen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Winston misses with a hook
and McCullen makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Winston really felt that one!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCullen scores with a push kick.
Winston throws a hook to the side of McCullen's head but McCullen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McCullen looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
McCullen throws a push kick but Winston slaps the foot to one side.
McCullen shoots in looking for a takedown but Winston manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McCullen's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Winston was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
McCullen throws a nice looking combination but Winston bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
Winston avoids the head kick by McCullen.
Winston scores with the left hand. McCullen knows he should have avoided that one.
Winston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Winston defending well as McCullen loads up on a big left hand.
Winston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Winston misses with a few strikes there.
McCullen tries to land a front kick but Winston steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McCullen clobbers Winston with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Winston feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to McCullen's calf.#T3#
Winston lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McCullen looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Winston misses with a straight right.
McCullen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Winston sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Winston, as that shot connected.
Winston throws a lazy uppercut
and McCullen finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
McCullen throws a hook to the side of Winston's head but Winston sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McCullen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Good leg kick by Winston there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Winston misses with an uppercut.
A jab lands there for Winston.
Winston misses with a head kick.
Winston has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A big left from McCullen misses.
Winston connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCullen takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Winston, right into the meat.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Winston.
McCullen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Harry Winston seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Winston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCullen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McCullen is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Winston throws a head kick that McCullen semi-blocks.
Winston will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McCullen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Winstons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Winston will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McCullen feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Winston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCullen was well out of range. Poor timing from Winston.
McCullen takes a swing at Winston's ribcage but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harry Winston showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Winston connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nice defenses there by McCullen.
Winston walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McCullen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Winston slips a jab and a cross from McCullen.
Winston throws a head kick but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Winston misses the target.
McCullen is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
McCullen throws a series of punches but Winston avoids them all with ease.
McCullen looks to land a right hand but Winston moved out of range.
Winston misses with a hook. McCullen ducked under it nicely.
Winston scores with a jab to the body.
Winston misses with a hook
and McCullen finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Winston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
McCullen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Winston.
Winston connects with an inside leg kick.
McCullen 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#
Winston scores with a nice head shot.
Winston lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Winston moves out of range of the strikes.
Winston is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McCullen with a body shot.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Winston.
Winston throws a low kick but it's checked well by McCullen.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from McCullen - that will leave a mark!
Winston connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed McCullen momentarily.
McCullen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#TD#
McCullen is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Winston's half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Winston wants to improve his position but McCullen is controlling well.
McCullen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Winston knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Winston is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McCullen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McCullen's back!#T2#
McCullen covering up well and avoiding damage.
McCullen tries to escape but Winston has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Winston wants to control but McCullen is keeping busy.#SUB2#
McCullen is having to fend off submission attempts from Winston, who is looking to sink in the choke. Winston doesn't have the hooks in though and McCullen manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard.
Winston looking to hit a scissor sweep but McCullen is one step ahead there. #T3#
Winston is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
Winston is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Winston not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Winston looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McCullen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Winston wants to sweep but no luck.
Harry Winston is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Winston is trying to control the position but McCullen postures up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McCullen.
A head kick misses from Winston.
McCullen throws a leg kick
and Winston counters with a nice uppercut.
Winston clobbers McCullen with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Winston lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sam McCullen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Winston throws a nice outside leg kick.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Harry Winston!
Harry Winston 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: RS 2
Date: Jan 18, 2020

#R1#
McCullen takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
McCullen throws a looping overhand right but Cooke ducks down to avoid it.
Cooke fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McCullen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Cooke tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cooke moves out of range as McCullen strikes.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McCullen 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 Cooke has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Cooke and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McCullen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cooke throws an overhand right that lands on McCullen's shoulder, as McCullen tries to avoid the shot.
Cooke misses with a head kick.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses.
McCullen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
McCullen throws a push kick but Cooke slaps the foot to one side.
Cooke checks a leg kick.
McCullen lets loose with a powerful body kick. Cooke will feel that in the morning.
Cooke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cooke misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
An attempted straight right counter from McCullen misses the target.
McCullen drops his hands momentarily and Cooke takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
McCullen throws a hook to the side of Cooke's head but Cooke sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McCullen throws a nice outside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cooke looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
McCullen thows a body kick. Cooke tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T1#
Cooke connects with a solid leg kick.
Cooke moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Cooke throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Cooke avoids a punch combination nicely.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cooke.
Cooke scores with a shot to the body.
McCullen thumps Cooke with a low kick.
Cooke scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McCullen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McCullen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cooke.
Cooke looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A slow jab from McCullen misses its intended target.
McCullen misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Cooke counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. McCullen is lucky that one didn't land flush.
A jab from McCullen finds it's way through Cooke's defenses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCullen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McCullen misses with a straight right. #T2#
McCullen lands a jab to the nose.
Cooke throws a front kick aimed at McCullen's knee but McCullen avoids it well.
McCullen appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Cooke throws a head kick that McCullen semi-blocks.
Cooke digs a good body shot into McCullen's ribs.
Cooke gets off balance looking for a body kick
and McCullen counters with a straight right hand.
Matt Cooke is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McCullen.
Cooke avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Matt Cooke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cooke displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Cooke throws a sloppy head kick and McCullen moves out of range easily.
Cooke tries to move into range but McCullen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McCullen digs a good hook to Cooke's body.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
Cooke lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McCullen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Cooke. That one must have hurt.
Cooke swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCullen throws a shot from downtown. Cooke moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Cooke checks the leg kick.
Cooke throws a body kick that misses.
Cooke stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Cooke wants it to stay on the feet.
McCullen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cooke.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cooke moves away.
No joy there for Cooke, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
McCullen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Cooke throws a shot to the body.
Cooke is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McCullen rather than just go for the knockout.
McCullen shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Cooke avoids a kick to the body.
Cooke misses with a wild body shot.
McCullen keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McCullen swings for the body but Cooke moves out of range.
McCullen throws a body punch but Cooke moves out of range.
Cooke throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Cooke throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Nice body punch from Cooke. #T4#
McCullen keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McCullen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Cooke blocks a low kick nicely.
Cooke lands a nice leg kick that just misses McCullen's sensitive parts.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A clash of legs there as Cooke blocks the low kick.
Cooke uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Cooke! But no joy.
Cooke misses with an attempted mid kick.
Cooke lands a jab to McCullen's midsection.#CL2#
Cooke clinches.
Cooke tries to break free but McCullen pushes him back against the cage.
Cooke misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cooke tries to work over McCullen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cooke scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McCullen tries to throw a body punch but Cooke avoids it by throwing McCullen back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Cooke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Cooke dominated that round.
That's time! McCullen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Cooke avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Cooke tries to land a leg kick but McCullen saw it coming and moves away.
McCullen swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
McCullen lands a lovely overhand right.
McCullen fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Cooke.
McCullen scores with a nice right hand.
McCullen takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cooke manages to avoid it.
Cooke cracks the inside of McCullen's front leg.
Cooke connects with an inside leg kick.
McCullen is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cooke.
McCullen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
McCullen backing away here, and Cooke unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Cooke scores with a head kick.
Cooke lands a nice shot to the body.
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
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!
Cooke checks a leg kick.
Cooke looks to throw the jab but McCullen is out of range.
Cooke throws a body kick that misses.
Sloppy strikes from Cooke. Those never looked like landing. #T1#
Cooke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCullen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McCullen blocks a jab.
McCullen was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
McCullen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Cooke. That one must have hurt.
Cooke's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Cooke duly obliges.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cooke.
McCullen works Cooke's body with a nice hook.
McCullen checks a leg kick.
McCullen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Cooke lands an overhand right.
Cooke bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cooke misses with a body shot.
Matt Cooke seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cooke takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cooke moves away.
A bone on bone clash there as McCullen blocks the leg kick.
Cooke displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCullen throws out the jab. #T2#
McCullen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Cooke chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Cooke lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cooke wants to land a leg kick but McCullen is out of range.
Cooke has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McCullen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Cooke stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McCullen throws a shot to the body.
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
McCullen sets himself, and Cooke steps forward looking for the clinch! McCullen avoids it this time.
McCullen takes one to the chin there.
Cooke tries to clinch but McCullen moves out of range.
Cooke misses with a leg kick.
McCullen slips a jab and a cross from Cooke.
Cooke slips a jab and a cross from McCullen.
Cooke keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Cooke throws a body shot but no joy.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Cooke.
McCullen checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T3#
McCullen throws a head kick but Cooke moves out of range.
Cooke wants to counter the offense by McCullen and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
Cooke moves into the clinch successfully.
Cooke tries to throw a body punch but McCullen avoids it by throwing Cooke back against the cage.
Cooke tries to work over McCullen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCullen tries to break free but Cooke pushes him back against the cage.
Cooke misses with a punch to the body.
McCullen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cooke tries to throw a body punch but McCullen avoids it by throwing Cooke back against the cage.
Cooke misses with the head strike.
Cooke can't find room to land a body shot as McCullen controls the action.
McCullen blocks a body shot from Cooke.
Cooke working aggressively here.
Cooke misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Cooke tries a body shot but McCullen blocks it.
A body shot lands from Cooke.
Cooke prevents McCullen from breaking the clinch.
McCullen blocks a body shot from Cooke.
A nice left hand lands by Cooke. #BC#
McCullen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McCullen connects with a looping right hand.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
McCullen takes a jab right on the kisser.
Cooke is looking to score with low kicks.
Cooke swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McCullen throws a head kick but Cooke moves out of range.
McCullen staying out of range there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cooke lands a nice leg kick that just misses McCullen's sensitive parts.
Cooke has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Cooke there as he acknowledges the shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Cooke 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#
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cooke was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
Cooke fails in his attempt to clinch.
Cooke is looking to land body kicks.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Cooke - that will leave a mark!
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cooke moves away.
McCullen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McCullen scores with a body shot.
Cooke scores with a kick to the body.
Cooke ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.
Cooke listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Cooke is looking to land body kicks.
McCullen swings for the body but Cooke moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cooke takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Cooke throws a shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Cooke. Those never looked like landing.
Cooke takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cooke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Cooke misses the shot to the body.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Cooke lands a nice hook to McCullen's body. McCullen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Cooke ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
Cooke throws a half hearted mid kick.
Cooke throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from McCullen - that will leave a mark!
McCullen scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
McCullen throws a wild body kick that Cooke sees coming a mile off.
McCullen moves out of range of the body kick from Cooke.
McCullen moves out of range as Cooke throws a body kick.
Cooke moves out of range as McCullen throws a body kick.
McCullen swings for the body but Cooke moves out of range.
Cooke tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCullen was well out of range. Poor timing from Cooke.
McCullen is looking for a counter combo.
McCullen throws a leg kick which misses Cooke's front leg but catches the back leg as Cooke tries to avoid it.
Cooke avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2##TD#
McCullen scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES2#
Cooke explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from McCullen misses its intended target.
McCullen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Cooke attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
McCullen swings for the body but Cooke moves out of range.
McCullen fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Cooke looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McCullen misses with a kick to the body.
Cooke throws a body punch but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen throws a leg kick that misses.
McCullen works over Cooke's head and body with a nice combination.
Some bone on bone action there as McCullen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Cooke scores with a spinning back kick!#T3#
Cooke swinging wildly here.
McCullen lands a nice hook to Cooke's body. Cooke takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McCullen throws a half hearted mid kick.
Cooke connects with a leg kick. McCullen looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cooke. McCullen does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Cooke throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McCullen counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
Cooke scores with a nice strike.
McCullen slips a jab from Cooke.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
Despite the aggression on Cooke's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Cooke throws a shot to the body.
Cooke avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Cooke gets off balance looking for a body kick
and McCullen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McCullen tests Cooke's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Matt Cooke is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Cooke throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCullen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cooke connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cooke swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cooke avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cooke replies with a solid counter kick to the body but McCullen blocks it well.
Cooke swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cooke scoring well with a low kick there.
Cooke connects with a body shot that sends McCullen's belly button to the back.
Cooke works McCullen's body with a nice hook.
McCullen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Cooke throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McCullen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cooke manages to avoid it.
Cooke wants to counter the offense by McCullen and move into the clinch position.
McCullen takes a swing at Cooke's ribcage but misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cooke wants to clinch.
Sam McCullen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McCullen throws a leg kick
and Cooke counters with a thumping low 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 Sam McCullen.
Well Cooke 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Matt Cooke!
An out of breath and clearly excited Matt Cooke thanked Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: CEC Christmas
Date: Dec 25, 2019

#R1#
Letter tries a head kick but it misses.
Letter swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McCullen has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Letter 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.
McCullen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
McCullen misses with a lunging right hand
and Letter counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! McCullen falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Stephan Letter!
Stephan Letter seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Birthday Bash 2
Date: Nov 30, 2019

#R1#
McCullen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McCullen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McCullen misses with a leg kick #CL2#
and Susi counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Susi.
McCullen is looking to take this one to the mat.
McCullen is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
McCullen misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCullen lands a hook that snaps the head of Susi backwards.
McCullen prevents a takedown attempt there.
Susi jumps guard but McCullen turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
McCullen working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Susi is trying to drag McCullen to the mat but McCullen just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Sam McCullen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tero Susi.
McCullen tries to throw a body punch but Susi avoids it by throwing McCullen back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Susi has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McCullen avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
McCullen misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Susi wants to take the fight to the mat but McCullen manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD2#
Susi successfully pulls guard.
Susi wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and McCullen is now in half guard.
Susi regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Susi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McCullen gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Susi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McCullen has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
McCullen's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Susi wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Susi wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Susi is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sam McCullen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Susi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Susi swats away the attempt to clinch by McCullen.#TD2#
Susi shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Susi showed some decent athleticism there. #T3#
McCullen is refusing to be controlled, as Susi sits in half guard.
McCullen is positioning himself well to prevent Susi advancing to mount.
Susi looks to land a strike but McCullen avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Susi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCullen is keeping the position for now. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Susi is still trying to improve position.#SU2#
McCullen is working an open guard so Susi takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen slaps away a takedown attempt from Susi, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Susi avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Susi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCullen throws out the jab.
McCullen tries to score with a low kick but Susi moves his leg out of the way.
Good work by Susi as he checks the leg kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Susi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Susi gets a clinch.
Susi struggles to land a body shot inside as McCullen controls his hands.
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 Sam McCullen will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Susi is looking to clinch.
McCullen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Susi has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Susi fails with the takedown.
Susi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Susi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Susi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McCullen.
Susi closes the distance and clinches up with McCullen, looking for a takedown. Susi pushes McCullen against the cage but McCullen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
McCullen thinks about countering with a body kick.
Susi walks into a left hand.
Nice takedown defense from McCullen. No joy for Susi on that attempt.
Sam McCullen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tero Susi.#CL2#
Susi clinches with his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A hook to the body from McCullen. #BC2#
Susi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McCullen swats away the attempt to clinch by Susi.
Nice uppercut lands for McCullen. That snapped Susi's head back. #T1#
McCullen takes a swing at Susi's ribcage but misses.
Sam McCullen is winning the standup battle so far.
McCullen lands with a kick to the ribs.
A solid body kick from McCullen.
Susi is breathing heavily.
Nice sprawl there from McCullen as Susi shoots in.
McCullen scores with a jab to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Susi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Susi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
McCullen lands a nice shot to the body.
Susi with a lazy takedown attempt
letting McCullen counter with a right hand.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen misses with a wild body shot.
McCullen with a hook.#T2#
McCullen jabs Susi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCullen lands a nice hook to Susi's body. Susi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McCullen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Susi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McCullen scores with a nice body kick.
McCullen throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Susi on the side of the head.
McCullen stuffs the takedown attempt from Susi. Susi gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Susi tries to keep at a distance but McCullen has taken the fight into the clinch.
Susi jumps guard but McCullen stands there with Susi around his waist. Susi gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
McCullen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
McCullen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McCullen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Susi wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McCullen has him pressed against the cage.
McCullen wants a takedown but no success here.
McCullen has a couple of punches blocked by Susi.
McCullen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCullen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCullen misses with a punch to the body.
McCullen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Susi prevents a body shot from McCullen.
McCullen tries to work over Susi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Susi looking for a takedown. #BC2#
Susi breaks the clinch. #T4##TD2#
Susi manages to get an easy takedown there - catching McCullen on his heels. He'll look to pass McCullen's guard now, I'm sure.
Susi trying to control the position from guard on top but McCullen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Susi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McCullen keeping moving, preventing Susi from controlling successfully.
Susi throws a big right hand that misses.
Susi showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Susi missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Susi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McCullen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McCullen scores with a kick to the midsection.
McCullen is looking to wear down Susi with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Susi blocks a leg kick.
McCullen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Susi tries to move into range but McCullen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Susi follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
McCullen lands with an overhand left.
McCullen throws a quick inside leg kick.
McCullen misses the body punch
and Susi counters with a nice body shot.
Susi fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Susi avoids a punch combination nicely.
Susi fails in his attempt to clinch.
Susi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Susi shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McCullen but McCullen pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD2#
Susi scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Susi is looking to stall here but McCullen recovers full guard.
Susi sitting in guard, not really doing much.
McCullen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Susi manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T2##SUB2#
Susi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Susi is looking to sweep but instead, McCullen has passed into half guard.
Susi trying to control from the bottom.
McCullen not doing much here.
Susi is looking to control McCullen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Susi avoid being mounted?#T3#
McCullen moves nicely into side control.
Tero Susi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McCullen controls the position.
You can see the frustration on Susi's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McCullen tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Sam McCullen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Susi is trying to improve his position.
McCullen remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Susi wants to control but McCullen postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCullen gets to mount! Susi was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Susi is squirming around, avoiding McCullen's attempts to control the action.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sam McCullen showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McCullen, 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D2): Finals - Round 3
Date: Oct 28, 2019

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Spank Crank (ranked 3908 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sam McCullen (ranked 196 p4p, 28 weight class). McCullen is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: The Foggy Dew. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!

180 cm
33 yrs
224 lbs

195 cm
33 yrs
215 lbs

Crank

McCullen

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Spank Crank! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Sam McCullen!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, William Gold and Chris Edwards.

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

Crank closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. McCullen quickly recovers to half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Crank (2) vs (0) McCullen
Crank is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for McCullen!
Score +3 for passing guard: Crank (5) vs (0) McCullen
Crank pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCullen wants to control but Crank is having none of it.
Crank wants to take his opponent's back but McCullen doesn't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Crank goes for an armbar but McCullen turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from McCullen.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Crank (5) vs (2) McCullen
Crank is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McCullen looking to pass the guard.
McCullen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.

Crank had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McCullen defends it easily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McCullen sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Crank wants to sweep here but McCullen controlling him for the moment.
McCullen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Crank has his hands on McCullen's head, controlling the position.
Crank looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Crank is working hard here to advance position.
McCullen pushing down on Crank's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Crank is pressing down on McCullen's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

McCullen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
McCullen trying to control but Crank is working from the bottom.
McCullen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Crank looking for a sweep. Not yet Crank, not yet.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is stalling in the full guard.
Crank might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
McCullen preventing the sweep.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
McCullen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Crank is keeping the position for now.
McCullen wants to control from the top but Crank keeps moving.
McCullen slips nicely into half guard.
Crank wants to improve his position but McCullen is controlling well.
McCullen is figuring out what he wants to do next.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Crank wants to improve his position but McCullen is controlling well.
Crank manages to get to full guard.
McCullen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Crank wants to improve his position but instead McCullen has moved into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Still in half guard, McCullen seems content to control.
It looks like McCullen might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
McCullen is continuing to stall.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
McCullen prevents Crank from improving his position.
McCullen stalling.
Crank is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute McCullen jumps into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Crank (5) vs (5) McCullen

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
McCullen has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Crank!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Crank (5) vs (7) McCullen
Crank working to try and regain half guard.
McCullen manages to capitalize on a mistake by Crank to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Crank (5) vs (10) McCullen

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
McCullen keeps control of the position easily here as Crank tries to buck him off.
Crank prevents McCullen from getting a body triangle.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Crank is in bad spot here.
Crank is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by McCullen.
McCullen has the hooks in. Crank is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
McCullen keeps control of the position easily here as Crank tries to buck him off.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen tries to keep control of the position but Crank is staying busy.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Crank doesn't escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCullen has the hooks in. Crank is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCullen really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Crank.

And that's the end of the fight!
McCullen wins on points by 10 to 5.
Sam McCullen is the new super heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Sam McCullen thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D2): Finals - Round 2
Date: Oct 27, 2019

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Freak Nasty Randy (ranked 6993 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sam McCullen (ranked 198 p4p, 29 weight class). McCullen has chosen The Foggy Dew as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

188 cm
22 yrs
221 lbs

195 cm
33 yrs
215 lbs

Randy

McCullen

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Freak Nasty Randy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Sam McCullen!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, James Glass and James Ackerman.

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

McCullen scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Randy (0) vs (2) McCullen
Randy is doing well to control the position and prevent McCullen from advancing to side control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Randy manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Randy is trying to keep McCullen in close.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Randy is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Randy (2) vs (2) McCullen
Randy wants to pass the guard but McCullen is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randy looking to sit in guard and control but McCullen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Randy (2) vs (4) McCullen

That's one minute gone in the round.
McCullen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Randy trying to control the position.
McCullen won't allow Randy to sweep him here.
Randy is controlling McCullen's posture.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Randy working a defensive guard here.
Randy is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because McCullen is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
McCullen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Randy is trying to control the position from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
McCullen sitting in guard here, content to control.
Randy is pulling down on McCullen's head. It's preventing any offense from McCullen, at least for the moment.
McCullen preventing the sweep.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Randy working a defensive guard here.
Randy has his hands on McCullen's head, controlling the position.
Randy trying to control the position.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
McCullen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Randy looking to control.
Randy has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
McCullen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Randy swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Randy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McCullen 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.
Randy controlling McCullen's posture.
McCullen sitting in guard here, content to control.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Randy looking to hit a scissor sweep but McCullen is one step ahead there.
Randy is trying to keep McCullen in close.
Randy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Randy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McCullen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Randy wants to sweep but no luck.
McCullen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Randy trying to control the position here.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Randy wants to control the position but McCullen says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
McCullen is thwarting Randy's attempts to control the position.
McCullen wants to pass the guard but Randy is defending well.
Randy is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Randy is looking to control McCullen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Randy avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Randy trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but McCullen manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Randy (2) vs (7) McCullen
Randy tries to improve his position but instead McCullen has taken his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Randy (2) vs (10) McCullen
Randy tries to escape the position.
McCullen controlling the position well here. Randy rolled but McCullen kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
McCullen controlling well, preventing Randy from escaping the position.
Randy trying to control the position but McCullen manages to sink in the hooks.
I really don't envy Randy right now.
Randy trying to control the action but McCullen just sinks the hooks in.
McCullen biding his time, looking for the opening.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Randy tries to break free.
McCullen biding his time, controlling Randy.
McCullen avoiding Randy 's attempts to control his hands.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen controls the action.
Randy looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Randy is really stuck here.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Randy is defending well here and trying to improve his position.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Randy's body.
Randy breaks McCullen's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Randy (4) vs (10) McCullen
Randy trying to control but McCullen is working from the bottom.
McCullen is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randy looking to pass the guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
McCullen wins on points by 10 to 4.
Sam McCullen thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Oct 26, 2019

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harry Hirsch (ranked 2277 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sam McCullen (ranked 196 p4p, 29 weight class). McCullen has chosen The Foggy Dew as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

200 cm
28 yrs
255 lbs

195 cm
33 yrs
215 lbs

Hirsch

McCullen

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Sam McCullen!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Glass and Daniel Bishop.

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

McCullen clinches up against the cage.
Hirsch tries for a takedown but McCullen manages to get underhooks.
Hirsch goes for a takedown in the clinch but McCullen prevents it.

Hirsch is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. McCullen can't fight it off and eventually Hirsch manages to take the fight to the floor. McCullen looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) McCullen
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but McCullen manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) McCullen
Hirsch wants to improve his position but instead McCullen has moved into half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hirsch manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McCullen tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.

Hirsch isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. McCullen stacks Hirsch 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 McCullen!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (5) McCullen
Hirsch looking for a sweep but McCullen has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (2) vs (7) McCullen
Hirsch is trying desperately to improve position.
Hirsch regains half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch wants to control but McCullen is keeping busy and won't allow it.

Hirsch is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCullen pulls his head out easily.
McCullen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hirsch knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
McCullen sitting and controlling from the half guard.
McCullen works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (10) McCullen
Hirsch wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (2) vs (13) McCullen

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch can't escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCullen is trying to stick to Hirsch's back but Hirsch is turning into McCullen. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in McCullen's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Hirsch.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (13) McCullen
McCullen keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Hirsch won't allow McCullen to sweep him here.
Hirsch sitting in guard here, content to control.
McCullen keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but McCullen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCullen looking for a sweep. Not yet McCullen, not yet.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
McCullen controlling Hirsch's posture.
Hirsch trying to move into half guard but instead McCullen has managed to sweep!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (15) McCullen

Hirsch throws his legs up looking for a submission but McCullen uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (4) vs (18) McCullen
Hirsch looks to move to half guard but instead McCullen has passed into mount! Damn!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (4) vs (20) McCullen

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch working to try and regain half guard.
Hirsch reaches up to try and control the position but McCullen seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Hirsch rolls and tries to escape and now McCullen has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (4) vs (23) McCullen
Hirsch can't escape the position.
Hirsch trying to control the hands but McCullen breaks the grip.
McCullen has the hooks in. Hirsch is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
McCullen not allowing Hirsch to control his hands.
Hirsch tries to escape but McCullen has the hooks in and won't let him break free.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
McCullen just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hirsch can't escape the position.
Hirsch trying to control the action but McCullen just sinks the hooks in.
McCullen controlling the position well here. Hirsch rolled but McCullen kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Hirsch can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hirsch is trying to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hirsch tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch is trying to reverse the position but instead McCullen has taken his back - oops!
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (4) vs (26) McCullen
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
McCullen gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is really stuck here.
McCullen is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Hirsch tries to roll but McCullen sticks to his back.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
McCullen has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hirsch's body.
Hirsch rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch is looking to get back to full guard here but McCullen has managed to pass to side control instead.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (4) vs (29) McCullen
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
McCullen advances nicely into full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (4) vs (31) McCullen
McCullen controlling the pace for now.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is looking to get to half guard.
McCullen controlling the position easily from mount.
Hirsch really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hirsch stops McCullen from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Hirsch looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (4) vs (34) McCullen

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is in bad spot here.
McCullen slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
McCullen gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
McCullen is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Hirsch rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch wants to control but McCullen passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (4) vs (37) McCullen
Hirsch tries to bench press McCullen off him but McCullen keeps the position.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but McCullen is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (4) vs (39) McCullen
Hirsch really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
McCullen controlling his opponent.
Hirsch tries to hold on but McCullen pushes him away.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
McCullen wins on points by 39 to 4.
A relieved looking Sam McCullen thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D2): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 18, 2019

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Torkel Bystrom (ranked 20802 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sam McCullen (ranked 193 p4p, 28 weight class). McCullen has chosen The Foggy Dew as his entrance music. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!

206 cm
27 yrs
269 lbs

195 cm
33 yrs
215 lbs

Bystrom

McCullen

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Torkel Bystrom! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Sam McCullen!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.

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

Bystrom darts in and clinches McCullen up against the cage.
McCullen gets underhooks to prevent Bystrom's takedown attempt.
McCullen prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bystrom changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McCullen fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Torkel Bystrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Bystrom takes the fight into the clinch.
Bystrom prevents the takedown attempt.
Bystrom is looking for a takedown up against the cage. McCullen gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bystrom looking for a takedown.

McCullen gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bystrom (0) vs (2) McCullen
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bystrom is controlling McCullen's trapped leg to prevent McCullen from advancing to side control.
Bystrom is looking for a sweep. McCullen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McCullen is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bystrom has a hand on McCullen's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. McCullen takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bystrom (0) vs (5) McCullen
McCullen controlling his opponent.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Bystrom is working to get back to half guard.
McCullen controlling his opponent.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Let's hope that McCullen 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.
It looks like McCullen might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Bystrom wants to hold on but McCullen pushes him away.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCullen content just to control the position here.
McCullen wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
McCullen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bystrom reaches up to try and control the position but McCullen seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Bystrom rolls and tries to escape and now McCullen has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Bystrom (0) vs (8) McCullen

That's five minutes gone in the round.
McCullen has good solid back control here.
McCullen controlling well, preventing Bystrom from escaping the position.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
McCullen keeps control of the position easily here as Bystrom tries to buck him off.
McCullen keeps control of the position as Bystrom tries to break free.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
McCullen slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
McCullen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from McCullen.
I really don't envy Bystrom right now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCullen keeps control of the position easily here as Bystrom tries to buck him off.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
More stalling from McCullen.
Bystrom tries to escape the position.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
McCullen keeps control of the position easily here as Bystrom tries to buck him off.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bystrom is trying to break free.
Bystrom has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
McCullen has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Bystrom's body.
McCullen with more of the same as he continues to hold on.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Yet more stalling tactics from McCullen.
McCullen avoiding Bystrom 's attempts to control his hands.
McCullen is riding his opponent, not letting Bystrom buck him off.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is continuing to stall.
Bystrom is trying to break free.
McCullen just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
I really don't envy Bystrom right now.
Bystrom rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
McCullen frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bystrom (0) vs (11) McCullen
Bystrom is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bystrom looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Bystrom (0) vs (14) McCullen

And that's the end of the fight!
McCullen wins on points by 14 to 0.
Sam McCullen seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D2): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 17, 2019

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Matt Hunt (ranked 6666 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sam McCullen (ranked 189 p4p, 28 weight class). McCullen comes into a darkened arena with his song building. The Foggy Dew kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

201 cm
42 yrs
275 lbs

195 cm
33 yrs
215 lbs

Hunt

McCullen

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Matt Hunt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Sam McCullen!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.

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

Hunt drives through and clinches with McCullen against the cage.

Hunt manages to pull guard.
McCullen seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Let's hope that McCullen 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.
Hunt pulls McCullen in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hunt is keeping the position for now.
McCullen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McCullen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McCullen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hunt looking to control.
McCullen sitting in guard, not really doing much.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
McCullen wants to pass the guard but Hunt is keeping the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hunt is adopting a defensive guard.
McCullen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
McCullen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hunt is keeping the position for now.
McCullen passes into half guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Still in half guard, McCullen seems content to control.
McCullen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
McCullen tries to pass to full mount but Hunt defends it.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hunt wants to control but McCullen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hunt wants to get back to full guard.
McCullen performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
McCullen has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (0) vs (3) McCullen
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
McCullen controlling the position easily from mount.
Hunt is trying to escape the mount.
McCullen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hunt working to try and regain half guard.
McCullen controlling his opponent.
McCullen takes Hunt's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hunt (0) vs (6) McCullen

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
McCullen trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hunt doesn't escape.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
It looks like McCullen might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Hunt rolls, trying to escape but McCullen keeps control of the position.
McCullen keeps control of the position easily here as Hunt tries to buck him off.
McCullen is continuing to stall.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Hunt tries to roll but McCullen sticks to his back.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
McCullen really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hunt.
McCullen has the hooks in. Hunt is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen keeps control of the position easily here as Hunt tries to buck him off.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from McCullen.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Hunt is really stuck here.
What can Hunt do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yet more stalling tactics from McCullen.

And that's the end of the fight!
McCullen wins on points by 6 to 0.
Sam McCullen seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: EFC Zexi vs McCullen
Date: Sep 07, 2019

#R1#
Zexi dips to his left and cracks McCullen with an uppercut!
Zexi connects with a good right hand that stumbles McCullen. McCullen circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Zexi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Zexi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
McCullen throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Zexi misses the shot to the body.
McCullen misses the jab.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zexi moves away.
Zexi misses with a body shot.
McCullen swats away the attempt to clinch by Zexi.
Zexi misses with a hook to the body
and McCullen finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zexi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McCullen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Zexi.
McCullen throws out a counter right but Zexi avoids it with no problem.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Zexi was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
Zexi is looking to counter punch.
Zexi dips to his left and cracks McCullen with an uppercut!#T1#
Zexi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McCullen counters with a straight right hand.
Zexi slips under a jab from McCullen.
Dai Zexi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCullen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Zexi doesn't seem bothered though.
McCullen moves away from the strike by Zexi.
Zexi cracks McCullen with a right hand to the side of the head.
Zexi misses with a body punch
and McCullen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Zexi thinking.
McCullen's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and McCullen duly obliges. #CUT2#
It looks like Dai Zexi has been cut.
Zexi avoids the head kick by McCullen.
Zexi misses with a body shot.
Zexi throws a predictable looking body shot
and McCullen counters with a left to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Zexi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Zexi is trying to break the clinch but McCullen is controlling him.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McCullen.
Zexi blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Zexi misses with a short punch on the inside.
McCullen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Zexi tries a body shot but McCullen blocks it.
Zexi lands a left hand.
Zexi lands with a left to the head.
McCullen prevents a body shot from Zexi.
Zexi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McCullen throws a punch but it's blocked by Zexi.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Zexi.
Zexi swings wildly with an uppercut but McCullen uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Zexi.
Zexi tries to throw a body punch but McCullen avoids it by throwing Zexi back against the cage. #T3#
Zexi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Zexi tries a body shot but McCullen blocks it.
Zexi struggles to land a body shot inside as McCullen controls his hands.
Zexi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCullen.
Zexi misses with the head strike.
McCullen blocks an uppercut.
McCullen blocking some punches.
Zexi tries to work over McCullen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Zexi blocks a body shot from McCullen.
Good body shot from Zexi.
Zexi misses with a punch on the inside.
Zexi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCullen throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Zexi.
Zexi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McCullen prevents Zexi from breaking the clinch.
McCullen lands with a light punch inside.
Zexi tries a body shot but McCullen blocks it.
Zexi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Zexi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Zexi blocks an uppercut.
Zexi tries to throw a body punch but McCullen avoids it by throwing Zexi back against the cage.
McCullen blocking some punches.
McCullen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Zexi misses with a body punch. #BC2#
McCullen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McCullen cracks Zexi with a good jab.
Zexi misses with an uppercut.
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 Dai Zexi will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Zexi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Zexi tries to clinch but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Zexi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Zexi lands a glancing blow to the side of McCullen's head.
McCullen lands with a nice body kick.
McCullen fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Zexi.
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
Zexi scores with a body shot.
Zexi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McCullen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zexi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McCullen counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zexi misses the shot to the body.
Zexi backing away here, and McCullen unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Zexi throws a body shot but no joy.
McCullen feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Zexi's calf.
Zexi throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
McCullen misses with a wild body shot.
McCullen connects with a good right hand that stumbles Zexi. Zexi circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
No joy there for McCullen, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sam McCullen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McCullen thows a body kick. Zexi tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Zexi throws a jab but it's blocked by McCullen.
McCullen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Zexi at a distance.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Zexi.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses.
Zexi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen pivots, looking for a leg kick but Zexi is out of range and McCullen settles back down. #T2#
Zexi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Zexi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A cross from Zexi lands.
McCullen takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT2#
Dai Zexi's cut is getting worse.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zexi. McCullen does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Zexi at a distance.
Zexi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Zexi wants to clinch up but McCullen keeps it at a distance.
Zexi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A lazy left from McCullen finds it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Zexi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Zexi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Zexi throws a sloppy body shot
enabling McCullen to counter with a crisp jab.
Zexi lands a jab to the nose.#T3#
McCullen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Zexi. That did some damage!
Zexi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zexi. McCullen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Zexi just misses with a punch to the body.
McCullen keeps Zexi at a distance using the push kick.
McCullen catches Zexi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CUT2#
Dai Zexi's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Some wild striking there from McCullen.
Zexi is looking to wear down McCullen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Zexi sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Zexi misses with a wild body shot.
McCullen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T4#
McCullen connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
McCullen throws a body punch but Zexi moves out of range.
McCullen has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Zexi slips under a jab from McCullen.
Zexi misses with a right hand
letting McCullen counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCullen slips a straight right by Zexi.
Zexi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Zexi walks forward, straight into a front kick from McCullen.
McCullen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Zexi. That did some damage!
Zexi throws an off balance right hand
and McCullen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zexi tries to clinch but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Zexi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Zexi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Zexi looks to throw the jab but McCullen is out of range.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A shot to the liver by Zexi. Beautiful body shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from McCullen, right into the meat.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from McCullen - that will leave a mark!
Zexi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Zexi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCullen. McCullen obviously looking to wear him down.
Zexi has a takedown stuffed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen looks to throw the jab but Zexi is out of range.
McCullen throws a right and a left that Zexi avoids nicely.
Zexi lands with a good body shot.#TD#
Zexi dives in and scores a takedown into McCullen's guard.#T1#
Zexi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Zexi trying to control but McCullen is working from the bottom.
Zexi makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
McCullen looking for a sweep. Not yet McCullen, not yet.
Zexi trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McCullen trying to control the position here.
Zexi throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Zexi throws an elbow that misses. McCullen uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Zexi's guard. Nice move by McCullen!#REVB##SUB#
McCullen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zexi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McCullen has managed to get both his arms back between Zexi's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Zexi is looking for a triangle but McCullen pushes his legs off easily.
Zexi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Zexi trying to keep a closed guard but McCullen is proving a slippery customer.
Zexi looking for a sweep. Not yet Zexi, not yet. #SUB#
Zexi isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. McCullen stacks Zexi 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 McCullen!#T3#
Zexi is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here.
Zexi is trying to work for a sweep but McCullen has mounted him!
Zexi wants to control but McCullen is having none of it.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
McCullen looking to control and managing it successfully.
Zexi is wriggling around trying to escape.
Zexi is working hard here to advance position.
Zexi tries to hold on but McCullen pushes him away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zexi is working to get back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sam McCullen.
I think McCullen 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.

Event: EFC Zexi vs Vale
Date: Aug 10, 2019

#R1#
McCullen throws a looping overhand right but Wrecking Ball ducks down to avoid it.
Wrecking Ball appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Wrecking Ball feints a jab promting McCullen to slip. Wrecking Ball then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McCullen slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Wrecking Ball is looking to clinch.
McCullen takes a swing at Wrecking Ball's ribcage but misses.
Wrecking Ball throws a right and a left that McCullen avoids nicely.
Wrecking Ball doesn't manage to clinch there - McCullen circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Wrecking Ball looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Wrecking Ball gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McCullen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wrecking Ball drops his hands momentarily and McCullen takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Wrecking Ball moves out of range as McCullen throws a body kick.
Wrecking Ball changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McCullen avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McCullen only half commits to the counter leg kick.
McCullen throws a hook but Wrecking Ball blocks it.
Sam McCullen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Wrecking Ball wants to clinch but McCullen slips to the side
and McCullen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Boon Wrecking Ball has been cut.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen stuffs the takedown attempt from Wrecking Ball. Wrecking Ball gets slowly back to his feet.
Wrecking Ball fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Wrecking Ball moves into the clinch successfully.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that McCullen 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.
Still in the clinch, McCullen scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
McCullen manages to break the clinch.
Wrecking Ball 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.
McCullen connects with a nice looking jab. #TD#
McCullen tries to sprawl but Wrecking Ball drives through with a takedown into half guard.
McCullen works his way to full guard. Good work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen controlling Wrecking Ball's posture. #T2#
Wrecking Ball working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Wrecking Ball postures up in McCullen's guard and throws a big left but McCullen blocks it.
Wrecking Ball working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McCullen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Wrecking Ball throws a strike but McCullen rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
McCullen advances to half guard.
McCullen content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3#
McCullen frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
McCullen looking to control and managing it successfully.
McCullen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Wrecking Ball is squirming around, avoiding McCullen's attempts to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCullen controlling from mount.
McCullen trying to control but he's not successful this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Wrecking Ball tries to clinch there but McCullen circles away.
McCullen missing with a left hand there. Wrecking Ball was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McCullen avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Boon Wrecking Ball seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wrecking Ball avoids the body shot from McCullen.
McCullen avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nice body punch from McCullen.
An inside leg kick lands from McCullen.
Wrecking Ball is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Wrecking Ball rushes McCullen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Wrecking Ball is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables McCullen to keep the fight standing.
Wrecking Ball tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. McCullen just stands there and leans against the cage.#T1#
McCullen can't find room to land a body shot as Wrecking Ball controls the action.
Wrecking Ball can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boon Wrecking Ball. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCullen lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wrecking Ball backwards.
Wrecking Ball tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
McCullen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
McCullen breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Boon Wrecking Ball is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wrecking Ball bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wrecking Ball attempts a counter takedown but McCullen avoids it well and moves away.
Wrecking Ball tries to clinch there but McCullen circles away.
A jab from McCullen does it's job there.
McCullen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T2#
Wrecking Ball tries to clinch but McCullen moves out of range.
Wrecking Ball tries to clinch up but McCullen circles away and keeps his distance.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
Wrecking Ball blocks a low kick nicely.
Wrecking Ball throws a nice looking combination but McCullen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McCullen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
McCullen throws a quick head kick that knocks Wrecking Ball silly! This fight is all over! What a finish! McCullen is up on the cage, taking in the applause from the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Sam McCullen!
A relieved looking Sam McCullen thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: EFC Braz vs McCullen
Date: Jul 13, 2019

#R1##TD#
Braz is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in McCullen's half guard.#SUB#
Braz is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Braz is trying to work for a kimura but McCullen is defending well.
McCullen moves into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Braz trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Braz is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! McCullen is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! McCullen has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
McCullen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
McCullen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Braz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McCullen defends well.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McCullen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Braz working for submissions but it's allowed McCullen to get to half guard. #T3#
McCullen wants to pass the guard but Braz is defending well. #SUB#
Braz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McCullen looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McCullen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
McCullen perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
McCullen trying to mount his opponent but Braz defends it.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
McCullen not doing much here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Braz fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from McCullen enables Braz to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. McCullen manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
McCullen has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
McCullen bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Braz's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Braz throws his legs up looking for a submission but McCullen uses it to pass to side control.
Sam McCullen has got the better of the ground game so far.
Braz is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen is looking to take a break and control but Braz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Braz tries to improve position but can't.
Braz regains half guard.
McCullen not doing much here.
McCullen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Braz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
McCullen moves nicely into side control.
Braz tries to improve position but can't.
Braz is trying to work for a sweep but McCullen has mounted him!
McCullen content just to control the position here.
Let's hope that McCullen 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.#T3#
Braz 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.
Braz is staying active underneath McCullen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
McCullen content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Horrible takedown attempt by Braz or perhaps it was just good defense by McCullen, which made it look bad.
Braz shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McCullen pinned against the cage. McCullen gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Braz shoots in for a takedown but McCullen shows good takedown defense.
A countering left hand to the body from McCullen misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shoei Braz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Braz fails with the takedown
and McCullen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Shoei Braz has been cut.
McCullen lands with a shot to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Braz with a poor takedown
and McCullen counters with a two punch combo.
Braz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Braz shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McCullen but McCullen pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A slapping leg kick lands for McCullen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Shoei Braz's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Braz shoots for a double leg takedown but McCullen sprawls well. He's pushed Braz's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Braz has his takedown stuffed
and McCullen counters with a good low kick that Braz was not able to check.
Braz is trying hard to land a takedown here. McCullen sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shoei Braz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCullen lands with a good body shot.
A cross from McCullen lands.
McCullen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Braz shoots in for a takedown but McCullen shows good takedown defense.
McCullen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Braz.
Braz walks into a left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen catches Braz with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
McCullen motions for Braz to come forward. McCullen throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Braz has a takedown stuffed.
Braz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T1#
Braz with a lazy takedown attempt
and McCullen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#
Shoei Braz's cut is getting worse.
Braz misses with a takedown attempt
enabling McCullen to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC2#
Braz is rocked!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD#
Braz throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. McCullen was covering up waiting for the punch and Braz finishes the takedown easily into guard.
McCullen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Braz manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCullen looking to pass the guard.
McCullen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Shoei Braz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB#
Braz working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because McCullen has passed into half guard!
McCullen trying to mount his opponent but Braz defends it. #SUB#
Braz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
McCullen wants to stand but Braz has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
McCullen trying to mount his opponent but Braz defends it.
McCullen works his way into side control.
Sam McCullen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
McCullen is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Braz will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sam McCullen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McCullen 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.
Shoei Braz was interviewed post fight and said 'I`ll be back'.

Event: EFC Higgs vs Carsara
Date: Jun 15, 2019

#R1#
Machado dives in and grabs McCullen's left leg, looking for a takedown. McCullen pushes down on Machado's head and hops out.
McCullen throwing a counter right hand but Machado manages to avoid it.
McCullen stuffs the takedown.
McCullen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
Machado lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and McCullen counters with a series of strikes that really hurt Machado! The ref looks into his eyes and sees nobody home - he's called the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Xander Machado spoke after the fight, saying 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

Event: EFC Braz vs Lambton
Date: May 11, 2019

#R1#
McCullen swings for the body but Hyang moves out of range.
Hyang tries to counter with a clinch but McCullen shakes him off and moves away.
McCullen takes a swing at Hyang's ribcage but misses.
Hyang feints a counter leg kick.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Hyang.
McCullen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hyang misses the jab.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hyang throws a body punch but McCullen moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and McCullen tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hyang throws out a counter right but McCullen avoids it with no problem.
A swing and a miss from Hyang.
Hyang throws a series of punches but McCullen avoids them all with ease.
McCullen throws a wild body kick that Hyang sees coming a mile off.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
Hyang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen throws a right hand that Hyang ducks under and follows up with a left that Hyang also avoids with ease.
Hyang shoots in and drives through. McCullen sprawls well.
Hyang scores with the left hand. McCullen knows he should have avoided that one.
Hyang throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McCullen on the side of the head.
McCullen avoids a punch combination nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from McCullen misses the target.#T1#
McCullen scores with a kick to the body.
Hyang misses with a low kick.
McCullen swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Hyang throws a looping overhand right but McCullen ducks down to avoid it.
McCullen slips under a jab from Hyang.
Hyang looks to land a right hand but McCullen moved out of range.
Nice defenses there by McCullen.
McCullen takes a head kick and keeps coming.
McCullen misses with a wild body shot.
McCullen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hyang throws out the jab.
McCullen is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hyang counters with a nice leg kick.
McCullen keeps the fight on the outside.
Hyang uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCullen.
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Hyang uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen cracks the inside of Hyang's front leg.
McCullen looks to throw the jab but Hyang is out of range. #T2#
Hyang dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McCullen. That did some damage!
McCullen takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
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!
Hyang throws a jab but it's blocked by McCullen.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hyang connects with an inside leg kick.#CL2#
Hyang moves into the clinch successfully.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCullen.
Hyang throws a punch but it's blocked by McCullen. #BC2#
Hyang breaks the clinch.
Hyang looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL2#
McCullen tries to keep at a distance but Hyang has taken the fight into the clinch.
McCullen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hyang's elbow. #T3#
Hyang lands with a light punch inside.
Hyang misses with some punches. #BC2#
Hyang breaks from the clinch.
Hyang uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McCullen has time to react.
Hyang uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McCullen has time to react.
McCullen is looking to wear down Hyang with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hyang moves away.
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Hyang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hyang takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McCullen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McCullen throws a quick counter head kick but Hyang was just out of range.
A low kick from Hyang misses
and McCullen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hyang throws a one two combo. #CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.#T4#
McCullen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice shot by Hyang.
McCullen swings for the body but Hyang moves out of range.
Hyang walks forward, straight into a front kick from McCullen.
McCullen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hyang doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McCullen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hyang.
Hyang fails with a takedown attempt.
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Hyang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hyang scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Hyang throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hyang throws a leg kick but McCullen moved away.#TD2#
Hyang manages to get an easy takedown there - catching McCullen on his heels. He'll look to pass McCullen's guard now, I'm sure.#SU2#
Hyang gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yun Won Hyang dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Hyang getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Hyang throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hyang takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hyang avoids the head kick by McCullen.
Hyang throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hyang feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McCullens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hyang is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hyang throws a counter combo.
Hyang throws a jab when McCullen was well out of range.
Yun Won Hyang seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hyang looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen misses with a kick to the body.
Hyang throws a combination that misses
and McCullen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McCullen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
McCullen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hyang doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hyang just misses with a punch to the body.
McCullen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hyang manages to avoid it.
McCullen swings for the body but Hyang moves out of range.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hyang was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
A left lands for Hyang.
Hyang ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
Hyang throws a looping overhand right but McCullen ducks down to avoid it.
McCullen throws a head kick but Hyang moves out of range.
Hyang moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hyang looks for a takedown but McCullen sprawls well.
Hyang moves in looking to clinch but McCullen pushes him off.
Hyang lands a jab-cross combination.
Decent striking displayed by McCullen there.
Hyang is looking to chop away at McCullen's legs.
McCullen scores with a leg kick.
McCullen throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#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!
Good standup being displayed there by McCullen as he connects with a hook.
Hyang is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCullen.
Hyang misses with an uppercut. McCullen saw that one coming.
Hyang uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hyang has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A big left from Hyang misses.
Hyang slips a straight right by McCullen.
McCullen moves away from the strike by Hyang.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen blocks the body kick.
McCullen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hyang takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McCullen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hyang.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses
and Hyang counters with a stiff right hand.
Danga de danga de dang - McCullen scores with a four punch combination!#CUT#
It looks like Yun Won Hyang has been cut.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hyang throws a right and a left that McCullen avoids nicely.
A little feinted left hand from McCullen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.#T3#
Hyang avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Hyang avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Sam McCullen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McCullen misses with a few strikes there.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hyang throws a counter combo.
Hyang throws a left and a right that both miss
and McCullen counters with a two punch combo.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses.
McCullen tries a head kick but it misses.
Hyang looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McCullen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hyang thuds his right hand into McCullen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hyang moves away.
Hyang lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CL2#
Hyang darts in and clinches McCullen up against the cage.
McCullen blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Hyang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hyang tries to work over McCullen's front leg with a kick but McCullen checks it.
Hyang throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hyang lands a right hook to the body.
Hyang is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCullen.
McCullen takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hyang throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hyang takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hyang is looking to clinch.
McCullen bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Hyang's head backwards.
A big left from Hyang misses.
Hyang misses with a straight left.
Hyang swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hyang lands a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCullen misses with an attempted mid kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Yun Won Hyang will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hyang thuds his right hand into McCullen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Hyang walks into a left hand.
Hyang needs to keep his hands up - McCullen had a free shot at his head there.
Hyang tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McCullen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Hyang does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hyang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCullen.
McCullen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McCullen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hyang manages to avoid it.
McCullen takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hyang was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hyang pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCullen seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A big right from McCullen misses.
Good leg kick by Hyang there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
McCullen throws a leg kick which misses Hyang's front leg but catches the back leg as Hyang tries to avoid it.
McCullen throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Hyang.
McCullen blocks a head kick by Hyang.
A big left from Hyang misses.
Hyang scores with a sloppy right hand. McCullen should have avoided that one.
Hyang blocks a jab.
Hyang scores with a nice right hand.
Hyang has a takedown stuffed.
Hyang lands with a nice combination. McCullen backs away looking to recover.
Hyang scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Hyang throws a good cross that connects.
McCullen throws a body kick that misses.
McCullen lands the left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Hyang uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T2#
McCullen lands with a right hand.
Hyang uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hyang.
Hyang looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McCullen misses with an uppercut. Hyang saw that one coming.
McCullen swings for the body but Hyang moves out of range.
McCullen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hyang.
McCullen takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Hyang.
McCullen jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
Hyang works McCullen's body with a nice hook.
Hyang avoids a kick to the body.
Hyang throws out a counter right but McCullen avoids it with no problem.
A jab lands there for Hyang.
Hyang throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McCullen's waist but McCullen gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hyang off to one side. #T3#
Hyang scoring well with a low kick there.
A bone on bone clash there as Hyang blocks the leg kick.
McCullen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hyang.
McCullen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hyang connects with a solid leg kick.
Hyang scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McCullen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hyang misses with the combination.
McCullen scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McCullen scores with a hook.
Hyang throws an overhand right that lands on McCullen's shoulder, as McCullen tries to avoid the shot.
McCullen is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Hyang swings for the body but McCullen moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from McCullen misses the target.
Hyang's corner calls for a 1-2. Hyang obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hyang misses the shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Hyang has managed to clinch.
Yun Won Hyang is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Hyang fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Sam McCullen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yun Won Hyang.#BC#
McCullen manages to break the clinch.
Hyang darts in looking for a takedown but McCullen gets double underhooks and turns Hyang into the cage.
McCullen takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A clash of legs there as McCullen blocks the low kick.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
Hyang misses with a series of wild punches.
Sam McCullen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McCullen looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Hyang scores with a nice strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yun Won Hyang comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hyang 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yun Won Hyang!
Yun Won Hyang bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: EFC Whymer vs Lampton
Date: Apr 13, 2019

#R1#
McCullen looks to throw the jab but Salazar is out of range.
McCullen darts in looking for a takedown but Salazar gets double underhooks and turns McCullen into the cage.
Salazar misses the shot to the body.
McCullen shoots in but no luck this time.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Salazar.
Salazar avoids the body shot from McCullen.
A big right from Salazar misses.
McCullen closes the distance and clinches up with Salazar, looking for a takedown. McCullen pushes Salazar against the cage but Salazar circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sam McCullen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCullen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Salazar on the side of the head.
McCullen has been working on his boxing with his coaches at London MMA Club in the buildup to the fight.
McCullen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Salazar connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McCullen scrambles back to his feet.
Salazar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
A counter left hand to the body from McCullen misses its target.
McCullen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
McCullen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McCullen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Salazar. That one must have hurt.
Salazar misses with a low kick.
Salazar lands a nice looking body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
That kick from Salazar tenderised McCullen's leg. McCullen is trying to keep his angry face on.
Salazar avoids the body shot from McCullen.
McCullen looks to land a combination but Salazar avoids it well. #T1#
McCullen avoids a kick to the body.
McCullen darts in looking for a takedown but Salazar gets double underhooks and turns McCullen into the cage.
Salazar walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McCullen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Salazar is just out of range.
Michael Salazar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Salazar slips under a jab.
McCullen cracks Salazar with an open hand slap.
Salazar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Salazar throws a body kick that misses.
Salazar throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McCullen tries a head kick but it misses. #TD#
McCullen shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than McCullen was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Salazar manages to work his way to half guard, despite McCullen's best efforts.
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!
McCullen controlling the action here. #T2#
Salazar wants to improve his position but McCullen is controlling well.
McCullen keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
McCullen is thwarting Salazar's attempts to control the position.#T3#
McCullen is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Salazar is trying to control but can't. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
McCullen ducks right into an uppercut from Salazar.
McCullen lands a nice looking body kick.
McCullen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A leg kick checked by McCullen.
Michael Salazar is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McCullen scores with a jab to the head.
Salazar throws a lazy right hand but McCullen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCullen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McCullen is looking to wear down Salazar with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Salazar. #T4#
McCullen throws a push kick but Salazar slaps the foot to one side.
McCullen scores with the left hand. Salazar knows he should have avoided that one.
McCullen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Salazar. Salazar obviously looking to wear him down.
Salazar fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McCullen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Salazar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Salazar misses the target.
McCullen lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
McCullen lands a head shot.
McCullen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Salazar dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from McCullen misses.
McCullen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Salazar.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Salazar.
Salazar sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Salazar throws a hook but McCullen blocks it.
McCullen misses with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Decent striking displayed by McCullen there.
Salazar moves forwards but McCullen connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McCullen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McCullen looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
McCullen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McCullen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Salazar keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McCullen.
Salazar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big left from McCullen misses.
McCullen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Salazar's sensitive parts.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Salazar is just out of range.
McCullen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Salazar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Salazar.
Salazar tries a low kick but McCullen avoids it.
Salazar displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCullen throws out the jab.
McCullen misses with the body kick
and Salazar counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCullen misses the shot to the body. #T1#
McCullen throws a body punch but Salazar moves out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as McCullen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
McCullen swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A shot to the liver by McCullen. Beautiful body shot.
Salazar gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McCullen scoring well with a low kick there.
Salazar digs a good hook to McCullen's body.
Salazar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
Salazar moves out of range as McCullen strikes.
Salazar lands with an overhand left.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big left from McCullen misses.
Salazar looks to land a left hand but McCullen moved out of range nicely.
McCullen fires out a quick counter leg kick but Salazar just manages to avoid it.
Salazar cracks McCullen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Salazar leaves McCullen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McCullen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Salazar can do to turn this around?
Salazar misses with a body kick.#T2#
Salazar takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from McCullen, right into the meat.
McCullen misses with a straight left.
McCullen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCullen walks into a stiff left hand from Salazar.
Nice defenses there by McCullen.
McCullen misses with an attempted mid kick.
McCullen connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McCullen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Salazar throws a leg kick but McCullen sees it coming and checks it nicely.
McCullen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Salazar sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McCullen moves out of range of the body kick from Salazar.
McCullen blocks the body kick.
Salazar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
A big right from Salazar misses.
A big left from Salazar misses.
McCullen cracks a nice hook into Salazar's ribs.#T3#
McCullen scores with a body shot.
Salazar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McCullen counters with a thumping low kick.
McCullen lands with a slapping head kick.
Salazar turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McCullen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Salazar showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McCullen.
Salazar flicks out a counter leg kick but McCullen steps away.
McCullen throws a right hand that Salazar ducks under and follows up with a left that Salazar also avoids with ease.
McCullen thuds his shin into the meat of Salazar's side.
McCullen swings for the body but Salazar moves out of range.
McCullen's corner calls for a 1-2. McCullen obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Salazar looks to land a left hand but McCullen moved out of range nicely.
Salazar keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A head kick from McCullen lands but Salazar takes it in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good standup being displayed there by McCullen as he connects with a hook.
Salazar misses with a body kick.
A little feinted left hand from McCullen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4#
McCullen looks to throw the jab but Salazar is out of range.
Salazar misses with a low kick as McCullen jumps back.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Salazar.
McCullen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Salazar doesn't seem bothered though.
Salazar connects with a crisp jab.
McCullen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Salazar moves out of range of the body kick from McCullen.
McCullen misses with a few strikes there.
McCullen jabs at Salazar's body.
Salazar scores with a nice strike.
Salazar wants to clinch.
McCullen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Salazar ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McCullen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by McCullen or perhaps it was just good defense by Salazar, which made it look bad.
McCullen lands with a shot to the body.
Salazar throws a solid leg kick but McCullen takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Salazar.
McCullen throws a body punch but Salazar moves out of range.
Salazar swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Salazar slips a jab and a cross from McCullen.
McCullen checks the leg kick nicely there.
Salazar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Salazar on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Salazar misses with a body shot.
Salazar chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McCullen can pounce on him.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
Salazar doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Salazar swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T1#
Salazar fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McCullen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Salazar fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McCullen checks it well.
Salazar moves out of range as McCullen throws a body kick.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Salazar misses with a wild body shot.
Salazar displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from McCullen.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sam McCullen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
McCullen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Salazar looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Salazar punishes McCullen's body with a nice straight punch.
McCullen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Salazar lands a nice shot that snaps McCullen's head back.
Nice uppercut there from McCullen.
Salazar on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCullen. McCullen obviously looking to wear him down.
Michael Salazar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
McCullen staying out of range there.
A nice inside leg kick there by Salazar. That's going to slow McCullen down.
Salazar's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McCullen connects with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Salazar throws a lazy right hand but McCullen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Salazar tries to clinch up but McCullen circles away and keeps his distance.
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
Salazar with a jab.
McCullen avoids the body shot from Salazar.
Salazar is looking to land body kicks.
McCullen lands with a nice combination. Salazar backs away looking to recover.
Salazar looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
Salazar thows a leg kick but McCullen checks it
and McCullen counters with a series of strikes. Salazar will be more careful next time no doubt.
McCullen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
McCullen thuds a left hand into Salazar's body.#T3#
McCullen misses with a few strikes there.
Salazar throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Salazar looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Salazar throws a hook but McCullen avoids it easily.
Salazar throws an overhand right that lands on McCullen's shoulder, as McCullen tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like McCullen was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Salazar.
Sam McCullen is winning the standup battle so far.
McCullen is looking to slow Salazar down with leg kicks.
A nice inside leg kick there by McCullen. That's going to slow Salazar down.
Salazar looks for the body kick but McCullen saw that one coming.
McCullen checks a leg kick nicely.
McCullen lands a nice shot to the body.
Salazar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Salazar does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Salazar scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McCullen doesn't seem bothered though.
A big left from Salazar misses.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
Sam McCullen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Salazar throws a low kick but McCullen moves out of range easily.
Salazar misses with a body kick.
McCullen scores with a kick to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Salazar with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McCullen scores with a jab to the head.
Salazar misses with a body kick.
Salazar misses with an uppercut
and McCullen counters with a stiff right hand.
Salazar attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Salazar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCullen counters with a left to the body.
Salazar tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McCullen takes a swing at Salazar's ribcage but misses.
McCullen 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.
Salazar will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Salazar throws a quick inside leg kick.
McCullen walks into a stiff left hand from Salazar.

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 Sam McCullen.
Well McCullen 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sam McCullen!
An out of breath Sam McCullen thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Michael Salazar spoke after the fight, saying 'The belt belongs to me, it will be reclaimed. '.

Event: EFC Pichushkin vs Fujiwara
Date: Mar 30, 2019

#R1#
Salazar throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McCullen is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Salazar just misses with a punch to the body.
Salazar misses with an uppercut. McCullen saw that one coming.
Salazar throws a leg kick but McCullen sees it coming and moves out of range.
A slapping body kick lands there for McCullen.
Nice cross by Salazar.
Salazar scoring well with a low kick there.
McCullen thuds his right hand into Salazar's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT2#
It looks like Michael Salazar has been cut.
McCullen misses the jab.
Salazar throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and McCullen counters with a nice uppercut.
McCullen lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McCullen walks forward, straight into a front kick from Salazar.
McCullen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Salazar connects with a nice looking jab.
Nice defenses there by Salazar.#T1#
McCullen blocks a low kick nicely.
Salazar looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A telegraphed right hand from McCullen misses the target.
A jab lands there for Salazar.
McCullen misses with a head kick.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that McCullen 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.
Salazar with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL#
Salazar closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Salazar fails to land.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Salazar tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCullen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Salazar's elbow.
McCullen prevents a body shot from Salazar. #BC2#
McCullen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Salazar connects with a right hand. McCullen shakes it off.
Salazar checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T2#
McCullen misses the jab.
Salazar will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And McCullen responds with a good body kick, but Salazar manages to step out the way in time.
Salazar misses with a low kick.
McCullen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Salazar jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McCullen takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Salazar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCullen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McCullen only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Salazar takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Salazar.
Salazar wants to slow McCullen down by chopping away at his legs.
Salazar takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McCullen swings widly with a right hand
and Salazar counters with a slapping leg kick.
Salazar throws an off balance right hand
and McCullen counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Salazar throws a hook but McCullen avoids it easily.
McCullen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Salazar checks a leg kick nicely.
Salazar lunges at McCullen with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McCullen's hand. #CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Salazar misses with a body shot.
Salazar misses with a looping left.
McCullen takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Salazar moves out of range of the body kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! McCullen crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Salazar - the referee stops the clock and McCullen gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Salazar. McCullen manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Salazar moves in looking to clinch but McCullen pushes him off.
Salazar swings away with a body shot that misses
and McCullen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Salazar is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Salazar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McCullen lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Salazar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
Salazar connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Salazar misses with an uppercut
and McCullen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Salazar throws a low kick, looking for McCullen's leg but McCullen calmly moves out of range.
It seemed like McCullen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Salazar throws a lazy body kick
and McCullen counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Salazar gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Salazar misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A body shot lands from Salazar.
McCullen tries to throw a body punch but Salazar avoids it by throwing McCullen back against the cage.
Salazar misses with a short punch on the inside.
Salazar tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCullen's elbow.
Salazar tries to work over McCullen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
McCullen manages to break the clinch.
McCullen takes one to the chin there.
Jab by Salazar.
McCullen 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.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCullen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Salazar dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
McCullen works Salazar's body with a nice hook.
McCullen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Salazar.
Salazar tries to close the distance and clinch but McCullen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McCullen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Salazar.
Salazar avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Salazar misses its target.
Salazar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A countering left hand to the body from McCullen misses.
Salazar scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Michael Salazar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCullen connects with a body shot.
Good exchange - Salazar coming out on top.
McCullen bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Salazar throws a leg kick but McCullen moved away.
Salazar takes one to the chin there.
Salazar throws out a loose jab but McCullen uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen misses with a hook.
Salazar scoring well with a low kick there. #T1#
Salazar looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
McCullen moves out of range of the body kick.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
Salazar scores with a leg kick.
Salazar misses with a leg kick
and McCullen counters with a nice uppercut.
McCullen stuns Salazar with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
McCullen jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Good leg kick by McCullen there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
Salazar fakes the leg kick and cracks McCullen in the body.
McCullen moves out of range of the body kick.
McCullen throws a counter combo.
Salazar throws a body punch but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen defending well as Salazar loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Salazar thumps McCullen with a low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Salazar throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
McCullen slips a straight right by Salazar.
Salazar throws a body shot but no joy.
McCullen blocks the body kick.
McCullen checks a low kick from Salazar.
McCullen lands with a slapping head kick.
Salazar connects with a single shot there.
Salazar throws a leg kick but McCullen moved away.
McCullen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Salazar lands with an overhand left.
Salazar tried to score with a low kick but McCullen checks it.
McCullen avoids the body shot from Salazar.
McCullen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Salazar throws a leg kick which misses McCullen's front leg but catches the back leg as McCullen tries to avoid it.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Salazar moves away.#T3#
McCullen lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
McCullen throws a jab but it's blocked by Salazar.
McCullen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Salazar throws a body shot but no joy.
Salazar darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McCullen 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.
Salazar tries to work over McCullen's front leg with a kick but McCullen checks it.
McCullen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McCullen looks to land a left hand but Salazar moved out of range nicely.
McCullen looks to land a body kick but Salazar moved away.
Michael Salazar is winning the standup battle so far.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from McCullen. Salazar shrugs it off though.
Salazar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Salazar misses with the body kick
and McCullen counters with a stiff right hand.
Salazar throws a head kick but McCullen moves out of range. #T4#
McCullen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Salazar misses with a low kick.
McCullen shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
McCullen moves away from the strike by Salazar.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Salazar misses the shot to the body.
McCullen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McCullen throws a body punch but Salazar moves out of range.
Salazar misses with a body kick.
That kick from Salazar tenderised McCullen's leg. McCullen is trying to keep his angry face on.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Salazar is just out of range.
McCullen takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Salazar throws a body shot but no joy.
Salazar throws the kick towards the body but McCullen avoids it.
Salazar digs a good hook to McCullen's body.
Salazar throws an off balance right hand
and McCullen counters with a body kick that stops Salazar in his tracks momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Michael Salazar will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Salazar tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McCullen is able to avoid easily.
Salazar throws a sloppy body shot
and McCullen counters with a left to the body.
A big left from McCullen misses.
Nice uppercut lands for McCullen. That snapped Salazar's head back.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Salazar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Salazar moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Salazar pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCullen moves away from the strike by Salazar.
Salazar scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McCullen doesn't seem bothered though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Salazar on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCullen. McCullen obviously looking to wear him down.
Salazar looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Salazar scores with a jab to the body.
McCullen connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCullen throws a looping overhand right but Salazar ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Salazar throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Salazar 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 McCullen has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McCullen and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Salazar throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and McCullen makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Salazar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCullen.
McCullen scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Salazar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
Salazar takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McCullen slips under a jab.
Salazar throws a body kick that misses.
McCullen avoids the body shot from Salazar.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McCullen 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 Salazar has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Salazar and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Salazar.
McCullen bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Michael Salazar is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Salazar misses with a lunging right hand
and McCullen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McCullen lands a jab to the nose.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Salazar moves away.
McCullen thows a left - swing and a miss!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Salazar throws a hook but McCullen avoids it easily.
McCullen moves away from the strike by Salazar.
Salazar takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Salazar tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McCullen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Salazar.
McCullen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Salazar slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Salazar looks to score with a jab to the body but McCullen is just out of range.
Salazar blocks a head kick by McCullen. #T3#
Salazar moves in looking to clinch but McCullen pushes him off.
Salazar lands a front kick.
Salazar throws a looping overhand right but McCullen ducks down to avoid it.
Salazar lands with a nice body kick.
McCullen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
McCullen tries to land a front kick but Salazar steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Salazar looks to land a body kick but McCullen moved away.
McCullen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Salazar connects with a right hand. McCullen shakes it off.
Salazar lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McCullen at a distance.
McCullen misses with an uppercut.
McCullen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Salazar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
McCullen missing with a left hand there. Salazar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Salazar clobbers McCullen with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Salazar ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCullen avoids the body shot from Salazar.
McCullen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Salazar throws a chopping leg kick but McCullen manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
It seemed like McCullen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
Salazar keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McCullen.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Salazar lands with a nice body kick.
McCullen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Salazar.
McCullen counters with a body kick.
Salazar throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and McCullen counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Salazar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCullen was well out of range. Poor timing from Salazar.
A good leg kick by Salazar.
Sam McCullen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McCullen looks to throw the jab but Salazar is out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sam McCullen.
Well Salazar 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Michael Salazar!
Michael Salazar bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: PRIDE Worldwide Abner vs Darko
Date: Mar 09, 2019

#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Seppala does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen throws a wild body kick that Seppala sees coming a mile off.
Seppala 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.
McCullen works Seppala's body with a nice hook.
Seppala staying out of range there.
Seppala showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McCullen.
McCullen has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Seppala is landing a low percentage of strikes.
McCullen lands with a nice body punch.
Seppala wants to clinch up but McCullen keeps it at a distance.
McCullen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Seppala misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen stuns Seppala with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sam McCullen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCullen misses with a jab, cross combination.
McCullen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Seppala tries a low kick but McCullen avoids it.
Seppala is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCullen. #T1#
Seppala wants to clinch.
Seppala walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McCullen takes a swing at Seppala's ribcage but misses.
McCullen looks to throw a body kick
enabling Seppala to counter with a crisp jab.
Seppala tests McCullen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A combination from McCullen does no damage.
McCullen jabs at Seppala's body.
McCullen throws a nice looking combination but Seppala bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
An attempted straight right counter from Seppala misses the target.
Seppala pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A swing and a miss from Seppala.
Seppala cracks the inside of McCullen's front leg.
McCullen swinging wildly here. #T2#
Seppala loads up on a big right hand but McCullen slips the punch.
McCullen now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
McCullen throws a combination that misses
and Seppala counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Seppala defending well as McCullen loads up on a big left hand.
Seppala misses the shot to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as McCullen blocks the leg kick.
McCullen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McCullen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Seppala fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McCullen, pushing him back against the cage.
Seppala doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Seppala goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCullen blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Seppala has a couple of punches blocked by McCullen.
Seppala throws a head punch that misses.
McCullen lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
McCullen breaks from the clinch.
Seppala misses with a low kick.
McCullen staying out of range there.
Seppala blocks a jab.
Seppala doesn't manage to clinch there - McCullen circles away.
A big right from McCullen misses.
McCullen looks to land a combination but Seppala avoids it well.
A swing and a miss from McCullen.
Seppala tries to move into range but McCullen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McCullen throws a head kick but Seppala moves out of range.
Seppala misses with a hook
and McCullen counters with a thumping low kick.
Seppala is looking to clinch but McCullen is avoiding it. #T4#
McCullen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McCullen throws the kick towards the body but Seppala avoids it.
McCullen fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCullen loads up on a big right hand but Seppala slips the punch.
Seppala went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Seppala catches McCullen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Seppala slips under a jab from McCullen.
It looked like Seppala wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCullen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Seppala.
Seppala throws a leg kick but McCullen sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Seppala misses with a looping left.
McCullen tries to land a body kick
and McCullen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCullen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Seppala throws a wild body kick that McCullen sees coming a mile off.
McCullen misses with an uppercut. Seppala saw that one coming.
Seppala ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen 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#
McCullen misses with a body kick.
Seppala throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCullen cracks a nice hook into Seppala's ribs.
Seppala misses the shot to the body.
Seppala throws a good cross that connects.
Nice shot by McCullen.
Seppala is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Seppala takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Seppala fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Seppala was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Seppala moves away from the strike by McCullen.
The fight stays on the outside here - Seppala looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Seppala thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on McCullen if he has to take too many more of those.
An inside leg kick from Seppala misses.
McCullen throws a big shot that misses.
Seppala throws a right hand that misses
letting McCullen counter with a right hand.
Sam McCullen seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Seppala clinches up against the cage.
Seppala lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McCullen wants to break the clinch but can't.
McCullen misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
McCullen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McCullen.
A bone on bone clash there as McCullen blocks the leg kick.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
Seppala scores with a leg kick.
Seppala loads up on a big right hand but McCullen slips the punch.#T2#
McCullen looks to land a body kick but Seppala moved away.
McCullen swinging wildly here.
Seppala connects with a solid leg kick.
McCullen is looking to land body kicks.
Seppala on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McCullen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Seppala throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Seppala misses with a left hand
and McCullen counters with a nice body shot.
Sloppy strikes from McCullen. Those never looked like landing.
Seppala ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCullen takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Nice body punch from McCullen.
Seppala fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T3##CL#
Seppala moves into the clinch successfully.
Seppala throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McCullens head.
McCullen tries to throw a body punch but Seppala avoids it by throwing McCullen back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Seppala.
Seppala gets through McCullen's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
McCullen tries to break free but Seppala pushes him back against the cage.
Seppala working aggressively here.
A body shot lands from McCullen. #TD2#
McCullen has Seppala pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. McCullen pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Seppala tumbling to the mat - McCullen dives into Seppala's guard.
Seppala is adopting a defensive guard.
Seppala is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst McCullen is controlling him. #T4#
McCullen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Seppala is keeping the position for now.
McCullen's corner is telling him to maintain position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sam McCullen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
McCullen throws a leg kick but Seppala moved away.
Seppala looks to throw the jab but McCullen is out of range.
Seppala with a hook.
The fighters circling - Seppala throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Seppala tries to land a front kick but McCullen steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McCullen is looking for the big counter here.
McCullen works Seppala's body with a nice hook.
Seppala throws a hook but McCullen avoids it easily.
McCullen swings for the body but Seppala moves out of range.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As McCullen tries to get set, Seppala tries to push him back and clinch up but McCullen manages to avoid the attempt.
McCullen is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Seppala rather than just go for the knockout.
A bone on bone clash there as McCullen blocks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Seppala bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McCullen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Seppala moves out of range of the strikes.
Seppala looks to land a right hand but McCullen moved out of range.#T1#
McCullen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Seppala.
McCullen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McCullen works Seppala's body with a nice hook.
A big right from McCullen misses.
McCullen throws a series of strikes that have Seppala backpedaling.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCullen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Seppala.
Seppala keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McCullen.
It looked like Seppala was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McCullen.
Seppala lands a leg kick that knocks McCullen off balance momentarily.
Seppala throws a shot to the body.
McCullen tries to land a leg kick but Seppala saw it coming and moves away.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen lands a jab to Seppala's midsection.
Seppala throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McCullen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCullen throws a hook to the side of Seppala's head but Seppala sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Seppala thumps McCullen with a low kick.
Seppala scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McCullen misses with a kick to the body.
Seppala is looking to counter punch.
Seppala connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Seppala looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Onni Seppala has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Seppala lands a jab.
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Seppala uses good head movement to avoid it.
Seppala misses with a hook.
McCullen throws a right and a left that Seppala avoids nicely.
McCullen misses with a hook.
McCullen throws a jab but it's blocked by Seppala.
Seppala connects with the punch.#T3#
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Seppala does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen blocks a jab.
McCullen throws a big shot that misses.
McCullen keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
Seppala takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Seppala throws a hook to the side of McCullen's head but McCullen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slow jab from Seppala misses its intended target.
Seppala lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Seppala lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McCullen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McCullen tried to score with a low kick but Seppala checks it.
As McCullen tries to get set, Seppala tries to push him back and clinch up but McCullen manages to avoid the attempt.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seppala manages to avoid it.
Seppala chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McCullen can pounce on him.
Sam McCullen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
McCullen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McCullen.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCullen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Seppala connects with a good right hand that stumbles McCullen. McCullen circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
McCullen lands with an overhand left.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
Seppala throws a leg kick that misses.
A big left from Seppala misses.
Seppala throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen with a nice cross.
Seppala keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Seppala was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McCullen.
Seppala tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCullen was well out of range. Poor timing from Seppala.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sam McCullen.
I've got McCullen 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:29
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!'

Event: Showdown in the Downtown #9
Date: Feb 23, 2019

#R1#
Left hook, right uppercut from McCullen. #CUT#
It looks like Zsiga Venczel has been cut.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Venczel.
McCullen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Venczel in his tracks.
McCullen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Venczel tries to clinch up but McCullen circles away and keeps his distance.
McCullen throws a big counter combination but Venczel scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD2#
Venczel feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
McCullen is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
McCullen is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at London MMA Club that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Venczel tries to free his leg and advance position but McCullen is retaining full guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Venczel's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
McCullen is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Venczel is controlling him.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McCullen is on top in guard. #REVR##T1#
Venczel working a defensive guard here.
McCullen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Venczel wants to sweep here but McCullen controlling him for the moment.
Venczel not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Venczel has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Kaptajnernes Træningscenter. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Venczel holds on and takes a little breather.
Venczel is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McCullen sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Venczel is trying to keep McCullen in close. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Venczel.
McCullen missing with a left hand there. Venczel was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sam McCullen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Venczel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
Venczel looks to land a right hand but McCullen moved out of range.
Venczel scores with a nice head shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.#T3#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Venczel crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from McCullen - the referee stops the clock and Venczel gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says McCullen. Venczel manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen throws a shot from downtown. Venczel moves away and avoids it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Venczel! But no joy.
McCullen throws a low kick, looking for Venczel's leg but Venczel calmly moves out of range.
Venczel let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
McCullen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Venczel finds it's way round the side to connect with McCullen's head.
McCullen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A big right from McCullen misses.
A lazy body kick from McCullen #TD2#
and Venczel counters with a takedown into side control.
Venczel throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Venczel misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #T4#
Venczel misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Venczel tries to score with some ground and pound. McCullen controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCullen is trying to get back to half guard.
Venczel misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
McCullen is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Venczel's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Venczel missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
McCullen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Venczel.
Venczel is looking to take a break and control but McCullen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
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 Sam McCullen will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
McCullen misses with a body kick.
McCullen takes a jab right on the kisser.
A jab from Venczel does it's job there.
Zsiga Venczel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCullen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Venczel.
McCullen is looking for a counter combo.
Venczel moves out of range of the body kick.
McCullen keeps Venczel at a distance using the push kick. #CL2#
Venczel forces McCullen back against the cage and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Venczel.
Venczel drops down looking for an ankle pick but McCullen pulls his leg out and moves away.
Venczel swings and misses with a shot to the body
and McCullen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Venczel thinking.
A head kick by Venczel misses
and McCullen counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T1#
McCullen moves out of range of the strikes.
McCullen lands a jab.
Venczel wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McCullen fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Venczel swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McCullen.
Venczel scores with a jab. McCullen acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
McCullen lands a jab.
Venczel misses with a wild combination.
McCullen is looking to counter punch.#T2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Venczel connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Venczel blocks a low kick nicely.
A nice side step and Venczel releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Venczel checks the leg kick.
McCullen scores with a nice head shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen with a hook.#ROC#
Venczel is rocked!#CUT#
That has opened up Zsiga Venczel's cut even more.
Sam McCullen is winning the standup battle so far.
McCullen throws a low kick, looking for Venczel's leg but Venczel calmly moves out of range.
Venczel drops down looking to force a counter takedown but McCullen defends it well.
A lazy body kick from Venczel
and McCullen counters with a thumping low kick. #T3#
Venczel throws a leg kick
and Venczel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Venczel is still on wobbly legs! Can McCullen finish him?
McCullen looks to throw the jab but Venczel is out of range.
Venczel seems to have recovered his senses.
McCullen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Venczel throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McCullen counters with a head kick that crumples his opponent - he's in a world of trouble! McCullen looks at the referee who does nothing so McCullen lands a crushing right that sends Venczel to the floor! This time the ref steps in to end the fight.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam McCullen!
During a confident post fight interview, Sam McCullen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Ajax Worldwide #4
Date: Jan 26, 2019

#R1#
Hare takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hare slips under a jab.
Hare takes a swing at McCullen's ribcage but misses.
McCullen lands a jab to Hare's midsection.
Hare is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCullen.
McCullen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McCullen lands a jab to the head.
Hare scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McCullen doesn't seem bothered though.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hare moves away.
McCullen misses with a hook.
Hare slips a straight right by McCullen.
A chopping leg kick lands by McCullen.
McCullen swings for the body but Hare moves out of range.
McCullen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A head kick misses from McCullen.
Hare is looking for a counter combo.
McCullen 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.
Sam McCullen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hare throws a body punch but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Hare scores with a decent looking hook.#T1#
Hare throws a sloppy head kick and McCullen moves out of range easily.
Hare dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McCullen. That did some damage!
Hare tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCullen misses with a straight right.
Hare takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Hare scores with a sloppy right hand. McCullen should have avoided that one.
McCullen is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McCullen scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hare moves out of range of the strikes.
McCullen connects with a single shot there.
Hare walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McCullen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Hare scores with a jab to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hare uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCullen.
McCullen slips under a jab from Hare.#T2#
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hare avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Nice body punch from McCullen.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Hare is just out of range.
McCullen looks to throw a body kick
and Hare counters with a body kick.
Hare tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCullen was well out of range. Poor timing from Hare.
Hare slips a jab from McCullen.
Hare throwing a counter right hand but McCullen manages to avoid it.
McCullen misses with a head kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from McCullen.
McCullen tries a head kick but it misses.
McCullen digs a good hook to Hare's body.
Some wild striking there from Hare.
Hare misses with a series of wild punches. #T3#
Hare with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McCullen tries to land a front kick but Hare steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Hare cracks the inside of McCullen's front leg.
Hare lands with a straight right. McCullen didn't see that one coming.
McCullen misses with a straight left.
McCullen misses with an uppercut. Hare saw that one coming.
McCullen is looking to land body kicks.
McCullen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hare sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McCullen throws a looping overhand right but Hare ducks down to avoid it.
McCullen delivers a nice body kick.
A shot to the body from McCullen misses
and Hare counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
An attempted straight right counter from Hare misses the target.
Hare swings for the body but McCullen moves out of range.
Hare throws a good cross that connects.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters circle momentarily. McCullen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hare scores with a nice strike.
McCullen throws a jab but it's blocked by Hare.
McCullen lands with a nice body punch.
McCullen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hare takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Hare throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen scores with a spinning back kick!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hare half committed to a counter leg kick.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hare.
McCullen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hare tries a head kick but it misses.
McCullen looks to land a right hand but Hare moved out of range.
Hare keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hare cracks a nice hook into McCullen's ribs.
McCullen scores with a body shot.
McCullen misses with an uppercut. Hare saw that one coming.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen defending well as Hare loads up on a big left hand.
McCullen misses with a straight right.
McCullen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McCullen with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hare to score with a decent uppercut.
McCullen fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Hare is out of range. #T1#
McCullen misses with a series of wild punches.
Hare was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hare displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCullen throws out the jab.
McCullen ducks right into an uppercut from Hare.
Hare misses with a body kick.
McCullen ducks right into an uppercut from Hare.
Hare avoids the body shot from McCullen.
McCullen throws a shot from downtown. Hare moves away and avoids it.
Hare connects with an inside leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from McCullen misses the target.
Sam McCullen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hare throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Danga de danga de dang - Hare scores with a four punch combination!
Hare misses the shot to the body.
A slow jab from Hare misses its intended target. #T2#
McCullen throws a hook to the side of Hare's head but Hare sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCullen throws a jab but it's blocked by Hare.
Hare looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Hare moves out of range as McCullen strikes.
Hare misses with a body kick.
Hare lands a glancing blow to the side of McCullen's head.
McCullen misses with a left hand
and Hare counters with a nice uppercut.
Hare takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McCullen throws a nice head kick! #CUT2#
It looks like Peter Hare has been cut.
Hare blocks a head kick by McCullen.
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Hare uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hare gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Hare misses with a head kick.
Hare walks into a jab.
McCullen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McCullen takes a jab right on the kisser. #T3#
Hare darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A lazy body kick from McCullen
and Hare counters with a head kick.
Hare keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen walks into a jab.
McCullen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McCullen throws a jab when Hare was well out of range.
Hare takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Hare might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Hare throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McCullen.
McCullen throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Hare.
Hare slips a straight right by McCullen.
Hare went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Decent striking displayed by McCullen there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCullen misses with a right hand
and Hare counters with a straight right hand.
Nice cross by McCullen.#T4#
McCullen throws a right hand that misses
and Hare counters with a left to the body.
Hare lunges at McCullen with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McCullen's hand.
Hare connects with a looping right hand.
McCullen scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
A punch combination from Hare misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from McCullen - that will leave a mark!
Hare throws a right hand that misses
and McCullen finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Hare's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McCullen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hare scrambles back to his feet.#CUT2#
Peter Hare's cut is getting worse.
Hare takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hare checks a leg kick nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCullen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A right-left combo lands from Hare.
Hare is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McCullen tries a head kick but it misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sam McCullen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Peter Hare's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
McCullen misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McCullen goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
McCullen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hare looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
McCullen misses with a looping right.
McCullen scores with the left hand. Hare knows he should have avoided that one.
Hare lands with a nice body punch.
A big right from McCullen misses.
Hare seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
McCullen throws a right hand that misses
and Hare counters with a left and a right that stings McCullen.
McCullen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A punch combination from Hare misses.
McCullen shapes to counter with a head kick.
McCullen throws a predictable looking body shot
and McCullen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McCullen works the jab nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCullen is looking to land body kicks.
McCullen lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by McCullen.#T1#
McCullen throws a lazy head kick
and Hare connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCullen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hare counters with a stiff right hand.
McCullen needs to keep his hands up - Hare had a free shot at his head there.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hare fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCullen manages to avoid it.
McCullen bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hare's head.
McCullen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hare scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McCullen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McCullen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hare.
Hare ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
Hare fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McCullen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A clash of legs there as McCullen blocks the low kick.
Peter Hare has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Hare throws a body punch but McCullen moves out of range.
Hare throws a nice inside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A solid leg kick lands there for Hare.
McCullen checks the leg kick nicely there.
Hare throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McCullen takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by McCullen.
Hare swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McCullen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McCullen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hare momentarily.
McCullen throws a lazy uppercut
and McCullen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hare.
Hare throws a series of punches but McCullen avoids them all with ease. #T3#
A big right from McCullen misses.
Hare uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCullen.
A punch lands to the side of McCullen 's head but he takes it in his stride.
McCullen bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
McCullen connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McCullen throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hare makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
McCullen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hare throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCullen lands a high kick!
McCullen misses with a hook. Hare ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Hare wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hare lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCullen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hare.
A swing and a miss from Hare.#T4#
McCullen throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CUT2#
Peter Hare's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Hare throws an overhand right that lands on McCullen's shoulder, as McCullen tries to avoid the shot.
McCullen throws out a counter right but Hare avoids it with no problem.
McCullen with a nice cross.
Hare scores with a hook.
Sam McCullen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
McCullen throws an off balance right hand
and Hare counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Hare drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
McCullen takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hare takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Hare walks into a straight right hand from McCullen.
McCullen scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCullen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McCullen takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McCullen throws a right hand that misses
and Hare counters with a straight right hand.

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 Peter Hare.
Well McCullen has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 28:29
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: AFC #30
Date: Jan 05, 2019

#R1#
McCullen throws a hook but Winston avoids it easily.
McCullen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Winston tries to land a front kick but McCullen steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McCullen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Winston.
Winston scores with a nice head shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Winston has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Winston walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Winston missing with a left hand there. McCullen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A punch combination from McCullen misses.
McCullen avoids the body shot from Winston.
McCullen moves out of range of the strikes.
Winston throws a head kick that misses.
A quick step to the side and McCullen tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCullen plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
McCullen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McCullen scores with a jab to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Winston is looking to slow McCullen down with leg kicks.
McCullen slips under a jab.
Winston looks for the body kick but McCullen saw that one coming.
The fighters circling - Winston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little feinted left hand from McCullen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Winston throws a nice head kick! #T1#
McCullen throws a solid leg kick but Winston takes the impact on his shin and smiles at McCullen.
McCullen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Winston throws a nice outside leg kick.
McCullen takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McCullen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McCullen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McCullen staying out of range there.
Winston throws a head kick that misses
and McCullen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McCullen misses with a head kick.
Winston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCullen.
Winston takes a swing at McCullen's ribcage but misses.
McCullen throws a shot from downtown. Winston moves away and avoids it.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Winston loads up on a big right hand but McCullen slips the punch.
Winston dodges the punch combination from McCullen.
McCullen looks to land a combination but Winston avoids it well.
Winston misses with a hook
and McCullen counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice leg kick lands there from Winston. #T2#
McCullen avoids the body shot from Winston.
Winston lands a nice looking body kick.
Winston on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
McCullen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McCullen misses the jab.
Winston looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
McCullen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McCullen slips a jab from Winston.
Winston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCullen.
Winston scores with a kick to the body.
Winston misses with a left hand
and McCullen counters with a series of strikes. Winston will be more careful next time no doubt.
Winston fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McCullen is out of range.
Winston is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
McCullen moves away from the strike by Winston.
McCullen lands with a nice body punch.
Winston throws a wild body kick that McCullen sees coming a mile off.
Winston goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Winston scores with a kick to the midsection.
McCullen lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Winston lands a right hook to the body.
McCullen throws a nice looking combination but Winston bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nice defenses there by Winston.
McCullen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Winston throws out the jab.
McCullen avoids a kick to the body.
Nice shot lands for McCullen.
Winston throws a jab when McCullen was well out of range.
McCullen lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCullen throws a leg kick but Winston moved away.
Winston goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McCullen 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.
Winston pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
McCullen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Winston swings for the body but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Winston misses with a hook. McCullen ducked under it nicely.
McCullen takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McCullen appears to be looking for a big counter.#T4#
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Winston does it's job there.#CUT2#
Sam McCullen's cut is getting worse.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Winston.
Winston lands a nice looking body shot.
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Harry Winston seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Winston pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCullen swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Winston counter with a right hand.
Winston misses with a straight right.
McCullen lands a leg kick that knocks Winston off balance momentarily.
Winston scores with a push kick.
Winston works the jab nicely.
Winston throws a half hearted mid kick.
It looked like McCullen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Winston looks to score with a jab to the body but McCullen is just out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from McCullen misses its target.
McCullen is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Winston takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Winston lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McCullen slips a straight right by Winston.
Winston misses with a kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Harry Winston will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Winston throws a push kick but McCullen slaps the foot to one side.
McCullen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Winston misses with a low kick.
McCullen connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Winston misses with an attempted mid kick.
Winston misses with a head kick.
Winston takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A clash of legs there as McCullen blocks the low kick.
Winston throws a lazy right hand but McCullen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Winston manages to avoid it.
McCullen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Winston.
McCullen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen looks to land a body kick but Winston moved away.
McCullen misses with a straight left.
Winston throws a body kick that misses.
Good work by McCullen as he checks the leg kick.
Winston with a nice cross.#T1#
Winston fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McCullen.
McCullen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McCullen there as he acknowledges the shot.#CUT2#
Sam McCullen's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Winston throws the left hand but McCullen avoids the punch easily.
Harry Winston seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sloppy strikes from Winston. Those never looked like landing.
Winston looks to throw the jab but McCullen is out of range.
McCullen dodges the punch combination from Winston.
Winston misses with a left hand
and McCullen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Winston throws a body kick that misses
letting McCullen counter with a right hand.
McCullen slips under a jab from Winston.
McCullen jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Winston connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Winston lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCullen thumps Winston with a low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Winston misses with a body kick.
Winston misses with a right hand
and McCullen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCullen scores with a jab to the body.
Winston takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T2#
McCullen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McCullen looks to land a left hand but Winston moved out of range nicely.
Winston tries a quick counter leg kick but McCullen is wise to it.
Nice body kick there by McCullen.
McCullen lands with a hook. Winston tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Winston misses with a kick to the body.
Winston throws a big shot that misses.
Winston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen lands a jab-cross combination.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Winston.
A telegraphed right hand from McCullen misses the target.
A jab lands there for McCullen.
Winston misses the body punch
enabling McCullen to counter with a crisp jab.
McCullen lands a jab-cross combination.
McCullen plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#ROC#
Winston is rocked!
McCullen with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Winston to score with a decent uppercut.
Winston is still on wobbly legs! Can McCullen finish him?
Winston misses with a hook.
Winston seems to have recovered his senses.#T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Winston. That's going to slow McCullen down.
McCullen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Winston.
Winston lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jab by Winston.
McCullen scores with a kick to the body.
McCullen throws an overhand right that lands on Winston's shoulder, as Winston tries to avoid the shot. #KD2#
Winston lands a big head kick that sends McCullen tumbling to the mat! Winston takes a step backwards and waves McCullen back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
McCullen is rocked!#CUT2#
Jeez, Sam McCullen's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Harry Winston!
After winning the bout, Harry Winston thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 17, 2018

#R1##TD#
McCullen closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Johnson to the mat! Johnson manages to get full guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Johnson can do anything to dispel that myth.
McCullen is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
McCullen landing with the ground and pound.
McCullen loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Johnson has momentary wrist control but McCullen slips an elbow through the middle.
McCullen throwing strikes but missing.
McCullen makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McCullen.
McCullen controls from within his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCullen with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
McCullen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
McCullen postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
McCullen throwing strikes from guard but Johnson blocks nicely.
McCullen throws a big right hand that misses.
McCullen with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
McCullen lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
McCullen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
McCullen thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
McCullen sitting in guard here, content to control.
McCullen throws a big right hand that misses.
McCullen looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Nice jab there from McCullen.
Nice body punch from McCullen.
McCullen lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
McCullen cracks Johnson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#ROC#
Johnson is rocked!
McCullen lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: DARE 86
Date: Dec 08, 2018

#R1#
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ribeiro manages to avoid it.
Ribeiro throwing a counter right hand but McCullen manages to avoid it.
McCullen avoids the body shot from Ribeiro.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ribeiro.
Sam McCullen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCullen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ribeiro. McCullen does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McCullen misses with a hook.
A counter left hand to the body from Ribeiro misses its target.
Ribeiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
McCullen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McCullen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro with a nice cross.
McCullen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ribeiro ducks right into an uppercut from McCullen.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ribeiro throws an overhand right that lands on McCullen's shoulder, as McCullen tries to avoid the shot.
Ribeiro throws an off balance right hand
and McCullen counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
Ribeiro throws an overhand right that lands on McCullen's shoulder, as McCullen tries to avoid the shot.
McCullen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McCullen bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ribeiro's head backwards.
McCullen throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Ribeiro to counter with a crisp jab.
McCullen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Ribeiro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sam McCullen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ribeiro blocks the body kick.
McCullen staying out of range there.
McCullen throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ribeiro throwing a counter right hand but McCullen manages to avoid it.
Ribeiro is trying hard to land a takedown here. McCullen sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
And McCullen responds with a good body kick, but Ribeiro manages to step out the way in time.
Ribeiro is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Ribeiro slips a straight right by McCullen.
Ribeiro swings for the body but McCullen moves out of range.
A head kick misses from McCullen.
Ribeiro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen missing with a left hand there. Ribeiro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
Ribeiro misses with a right hand
and McCullen counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ribeiro's knee momentarily.
McCullen throws a lazy uppercut
and Ribeiro counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ribeiro lands a really nice looking cross but McCullen seems unphased.
Ribeiro scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Ribeiro avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Ribeiro misses with a body shot.
A jab from Ribeiro misses.
McCullen avoids the body shot from Ribeiro.
McCullen slips under a jab.
Nice body punch from McCullen.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ribeiro swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McCullen.
Ribeiro misses with a straight right.
Ribeiro lands a nice shot to the body.
McCullen defending well as Ribeiro loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Nice cross by McCullen.
A slow jab from Ribeiro misses its intended target.
McCullen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ribeiro.
McCullen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribeiro digs a good hook to McCullen's body.
McCullen slips under a jab from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
McCullen moves out of range of the strikes.
Ribeiro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ribeiro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
McCullen lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ribeiro circles away quickly and effectively.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
McCullen jabs Ribeiro to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ribeiro lands a really nice looking cross but McCullen seems unphased.
Ribeiro takes a swing at McCullen's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Ribeiro misses with a body shot
and McCullen counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ribeiro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McCullen counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McCullen throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ribeiro counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McCullen throws a body kick that misses
and Ribeiro counters with a stiff right hand.
Ribeiro will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McCullen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ribeiro looks to land a left hand but McCullen moved out of range nicely.
McCullen doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
McCullen misses with a left hand
and Ribeiro counters with a nice uppercut.
Ribeiro takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ribeiro lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McCullen circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCullen stuffs the takedown.
McCullen replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Ribeiro blocks it well.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
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 Alexandre Ribeiro will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Ribeiro on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #TD#
Ribeiro changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. McCullen looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
McCullen gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ribeiro wants to take a breather but McCullen is having none of it.
McCullen keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Ribeiro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McCullen does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCullen trying to control but Ribeiro postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen is looking to improve his position.
McCullen is looking to control Ribeiro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can McCullen avoid being mounted?#T1##SUB#
McCullen is defending against the submission attempts here by Ribeiro.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCullen is looking to improve his position.
Ribeiro is keen to just control but McCullen is a slippery customer.
McCullen trying to hold on to Ribeiro's head to control him but Ribeiro postures up.
Ribeiro thows a huge punch but McCullen dodges it nicely.
Ribeiro works his way into side control.
McCullen felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
McCullen is not content to let Ribeiro control the position. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McCullen wants to control but Ribeiro postures up.
Ribeiro trying to control the position but McCullen is working away.
McCullen is trying to control Ribeiro's posture but Ribeiro avoids it.
Ribeiro tries to advance position but instead McCullen slips a leg back in to half guard.
McCullen controlling the position for now.
Ribeiro misses with a head shot. McCullen uses the momentum to regain guard.
Ribeiro trying to control the position from guard on top but McCullen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as McCullen holds on and takes a little breather.
Ribeiro might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ribeiro stands and throws McCullen's legs to the side, diving into side control.
McCullen is trying to control Ribeiro's posture but Ribeiro avoids it.
Ribeiro taking a breather here.
McCullen is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Ribeiro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but McCullen is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McCullen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ribeiro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ribeiro trying to control the position but McCullen is working away. #SUB#
Ribeiro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McCullen knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCullen can't do much from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexandre Ribeiro dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
A slapping body kick lands there for McCullen.
Ribeiro fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
No joy there for Ribeiro, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
McCullen swings for the body but Ribeiro moves out of range.
McCullen keeps Ribeiro at a distance using the push kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. McCullen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ribeiro displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCullen throws out the jab.
Ribeiro misses with a wild body shot.
It seemed like McCullen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McCullen swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ribeiro.
A jab lands there for McCullen.
McCullen connects with a right hand. Ribeiro shakes it off.#T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Ribeiro darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ribeiro shoots in looking for a takedown but McCullen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ribeiro's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Despite the aggression on McCullen's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ribeiro looks to score with a jab to the body but McCullen is just out of range.
McCullen doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ribeiro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribeiro scores with a crisp jab that stopped McCullen in his tracks.
McCullen throws a jab but it's blocked by Ribeiro.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ribeiro throws a lazy right hand but McCullen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCullen misses with a leg kick
and Ribeiro counters with a straight right hand.
The fighters circling - Ribeiro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ribeiro looks to score with a jab to the body but McCullen is just out of range.
McCullen lands with a nice body kick.
McCullen misses with a straight left.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
McCullen throws a head kick but Ribeiro moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from McCullen. Those never looked like landing.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
Ribeiro avoids the head kick by McCullen.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good standup being displayed there by McCullen as he connects with a hook.
McCullen lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Ribeiro backs up against the cage.
Nice body punch from McCullen.
McCullen tries to bum rush Ribeiro with a series of wild strikes but Ribeiro uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McCullen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McCullen blocks a jab.
Ribeiro punishes McCullen's body with a nice straight punch.
Sam McCullen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A swing and a miss from McCullen.
Ribeiro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McCullen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ribeiro darts in looking for a takedown but McCullen gets double underhooks and turns Ribeiro into the cage. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Ribeiro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ribeiro seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
McCullen connects with a single shot there.
McCullen misses with a double jab.
Ribeiro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ribeiro tries to bum rush McCullen with a series of wild strikes but McCullen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ribeiro avoids a kick to the body.
McCullen throws a lazy head kick
and Ribeiro counters with a nice uppercut.
McCullen lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ribeiro throws a body punch but McCullen moves out of range.
Ribeiro shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. McCullen eats them both and turns towards Ribeiro to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Alexandre Ribeiro is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jab by Ribeiro.
Ribeiro missing with a left hand there. McCullen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ribeiro misses the shot to the body. #T4#
A swing and a miss from Ribeiro.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCullen throws a head kick but Ribeiro moves out of range.
Crunch! McCullen slams his shin into Ribeiro's torso.
Ribeiro misses with a looping right.
Ribeiro swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ribeiro throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McCullen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McCullen thows a body kick. Ribeiro tries to catch it but that hurt him.
McCullen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ribeiro.
Ribeiro on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sam McCullen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McCullen looks to land a body kick but Ribeiro moved away.
Ribeiro is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ribeiro.
Ribeiro clobbers McCullen with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sam McCullen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ribeiro 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Alexandre Ribeiro!
Alexandre Ribeiro seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DARE SUBMISSION SERIES 4
Date: Nov 07, 2018

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Sam McCullen (ranked 2996 p4p, 409 weight class) and Matt Chiasson (ranked 4079 p4p, 492 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

195 cm
29 yrs
220 lbs

179 cm
28 yrs
211 lbs

McCullen

Chiasson

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Sam McCullen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 1 losses; Matt Chiasson!
The judges for this bout are Arvi Lind, Matti Vanhoillinen and Ben Zyskovitsi.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Chiasson shoots in but McCullen avoids the takedown attempt easily.

McCullen forces Chiasson back against the ropes and clinches.
McCullen gets underhooks to prevent Chiasson's takedown attempt.
Chiasson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sam McCullen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matt Chiasson.

McCullen is working on a single leg takedown against the ropes. Chiasson can't fight it off and eventually McCullen manages to take the fight to the floor. Chiasson looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: McCullen (2) vs (0) Chiasson
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chiasson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McCullen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McCullen being controlled here momentarily.
Chiasson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Chiasson controlling the position.
McCullen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Chiasson keeping moving, preventing McCullen from controlling successfully.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McCullen wants to pass the guard but Chiasson is keeping the position.
Chiasson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McCullen wants to control from the top but Chiasson keeps moving.
Chiasson controls McCullen momentarily but McCullen frees himself.
Chiasson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McCullen's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McCullen (2) vs (2) Chiasson

McCullen working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chiasson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chiasson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Chiasson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McCullen is trying to control the position but Chiasson postures up.
McCullen pulls Chiasson in close to prevent any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chiasson sitting in guard here, content to control.
McCullen pulls Chiasson in close to prevent any damage.
Chiasson tries to free his leg and advance position but McCullen is retaining full guard.
Chiasson wants to control from the top but McCullen keeps moving.
McCullen is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Chiasson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
McCullen wants to sweep here but Chiasson controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
McCullen pulls Chiasson in close to prevent any damage.
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.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Chiasson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Chiasson advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: McCullen (2) vs (5) Chiasson

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Chiasson tries to move into full mount but can't pass McCullen's legs.
McCullen tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Chiasson easily slips into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: McCullen (2) vs (7) Chiasson
Chiasson can't control as he wanted to and McCullen manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
McCullen tries to get to full guard but Chiasson has control of the leg.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
McCullen regains full guard. Nicely done.
Chiasson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCullen is keeping the position for now.
McCullen keeping moving, preventing Chiasson from controlling successfully.
McCullen will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
McCullen looking for a sweep. Not yet McCullen, not yet.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Chiasson trying to control but McCullen is working from the bottom.
Chiasson content to stall in guard here.
Chiasson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCullen is keeping the position for now.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
McCullen working a defensive guard here.
McCullen keeping full guard, as Chiasson tries to pass.
McCullen is looking to sweep but instead, Chiasson has passed into half guard.
Chiasson prevents McCullen from improving his position.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Chiasson is trying to control. McCullen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
McCullen trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: McCullen (2) vs (10) Chiasson
McCullen wants to control but Chiasson is having none of it.
McCullen is trying desperately to improve position.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Chiasson trying to control but McCullen is having none of it.
McCullen tries to improve his position but instead Chiasson has taken his back!
Score +3 for taking back: McCullen (2) vs (13) Chiasson
McCullen tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Chiasson avoids the attempt from McCullen to control.
Chiasson controlling the position easily from mount.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen tries to reverse the position but Chiasson maintains control.
Chiasson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Chiasson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as McCullen is looking to escape.
Chiasson controlling from mount.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is desperately trying to improve his position but Chiasson has a good base and remains in mount.
McCullen is squirming around, avoiding Chiasson's attempts to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCullen is wriggling around trying to escape.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chiasson wins on points by 13 to 2.
The defeated Sam McCullen had this to say: 'Respect to my opponent. No excuses. I will learn from this fight and come back stronger. Thank you to the fans I appreciate the support and I will be a champion again I know it.'.

Event: OFC 379: Hawk vs Jeffries
Date: Sep 26, 2018

#R1#
Revazshvili looks to throw the jab but McCullen is out of range.
McCullen is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
McCullen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Revazshvili misses the body punch
and McCullen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McCullen throws a head kick but Revazshvili moves out of range.
We've been informed that McCullen 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.
Revazshvili misses with a two punch combination.
Revazshvili throws a hook but McCullen avoids it easily.
Revazshvili misses with a jab, cross combination.
McCullen tries a quick counter leg kick but Revazshvili is wise to it.
Revazshvili throws a hook but McCullen avoids it easily.
McCullen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Revazshvili throws a big shot that misses.
Revazshvili throws a body punch but McCullen moves out of range.
A nice side step and McCullen releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Revazshvili misses the target.
Revazshvili misses with an uppercut
and McCullen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Revazshvili fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCullen manages to avoid it.
Revazshvili misses the body punch
letting McCullen counter with a right hand. #T1#
Good exchange - Revazshvili coming out on top.
Revazshvili loads up on a big right hand but McCullen slips the punch.
Revazshvili uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
A looping hook to the body misses from Revazshvili. McCullen does a little dance to reset his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Revazshvili. McCullen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Despite the aggression on McCullen's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Revazshvili swings away with a body shot that misses
and McCullen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Revazshvili throws a series of punches but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Revazshvili with a body shot.
McCullen tries to bum rush Revazshvili with a series of wild strikes but Revazshvili uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McCullen tries to move into range but Revazshvili moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McCullen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Revazshvili. That did some damage!
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Revazshvili does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big right from McCullen misses.
The fighters circling - McCullen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Revazshvili tries to counter with a takedown but McCullen is quick to defend against it.#T2#
Revazshvili shoots in for a double leg but McCullen sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
McCullen doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
McCullen throws a chopping leg kick but Revazshvili manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Revazshvili went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Levan Revazshvili seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Revazshvili moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Revazshvili avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Revazshvili half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Revazshvili takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Revazshvili looks to score with a jab to the body but McCullen is just out of range.
McCullen tries to move into range but Revazshvili moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Revazshvili looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Revazshvili drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Revazshvili stuns McCullen with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
McCullen avoids the body shot from Revazshvili.
McCullen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Revazshvili checks a low kick from McCullen.
Revazshvili wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T3#
A big left from McCullen misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Revazshvili misses the target.
McCullen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Revazshvili lands a two punch combo. #TD#
Revazshvili changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. McCullen looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Revazshvili lands a nice forearm strike.
McCullen defending against the ground and pound.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Revazshvili has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for McCullen!
Revazshvili tries to control but McCullen wriggling away. #SUB#
Revazshvili moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, McCullen has worked his arm free - good work by McCullen! #T4#
The ground and pound from Revazshvili seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCullen takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Revazshvili 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.
Revazshvili is staying tight to McCullen's torso, preventing him from escaping.
McCullen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Revazshvili working the ground and pound but McCullen is defending the strikes.
Revazshvili trying to control the position but McCullen is working away.
Revazshvili is trying to ground and pound but McCullen uses the momentary lack of control by Revazshvili to regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Levan Revazshvili dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Revazshvili misses with a jab, cross combination.
Levan Revazshvili is winning the standup battle so far.
Revazshvili connects with a looping right hand.
Revazshvili avoids the body shot from McCullen.
McCullen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Revazshvili.
Revazshvili throws a shot from downtown. McCullen moves away and avoids it.
Revazshvili keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Revazshvili half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Revazshvili swings for the body but McCullen moves out of range.
Revazshvili swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Revazshvili shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McCullen pinned against the cage. McCullen gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
McCullen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Revazshvili shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Revazshvili was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Revazshvili is looking to take a break and control but McCullen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Revazshvili tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
McCullen is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ground and pound from Revazshvili.
Nice strikes from Revazshvili there.
Revazshvili is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McCullen can do to turn this around?
Revazshvili is nestled in close to McCullen, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Revazshvili not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T2#
McCullen is looking for a sweep. Revazshvili is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McCullen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Revazshvili.
Revazshvili content to control rather than advance.
McCullen tries to roll over but Revazshvili keeps him under control.#SUB#
Revazshvili is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McCullen sees it coming and defends easily.
Revazshvili missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Revazshvili passes into side control, despite McCullen's attempt to control the position. #T3#
Revazshvili misses with the ground and pound.
Levan Revazshvili overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McCullen taking a bit of punishment here - Revazshvili scoring with strikes.
Revazshvili throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
You can see the frustration on McCullen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Revazshvili throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and McCullen works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Revazshvili looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Revazshvili lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
Revazshvili throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Revazshvili takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#CUT#
That has opened up Sam McCullen's cut even more.
Revazshvili slows the pace down in half guard.
Revazshvili throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
McCullen wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCullen moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Revazshvili trying to control but McCullen is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Levan Revazshvili dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Revazshvili in his tracks.
McCullen misses with a head kick.
Revazshvili misses with a body shot.
McCullen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McCullen missing with a left hand there. Revazshvili was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Revazshvili shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McCullen as he avoids it easily.
Revazshvili misses with a body shot.
Revazshvili is looking to wear down McCullen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Revazshvili shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling McCullen to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice straight punches there by McCullen. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McCullen.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen moves away from the strike by Revazshvili.
Revazshvili misses with a body shot. #T1#
Revazshvili throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Revazshvili rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McCullen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Some wild striking there from McCullen.
Revazshvili ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
Revazshvili throws a jab but it's blocked by McCullen.
Revazshvili takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McCullen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Revazshvili.
McCullen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Revazshvili on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McCullen throws a hook to the side of Revazshvili's head but Revazshvili sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McCullen misses with a looping left.
Revazshvili shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. McCullen eats them both and turns towards Revazshvili to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Sam McCullen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Revazshvili misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
Revazshvili uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCullen.
Revazshvili cracks McCullen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CUT#
The cut above Sam McCullen's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCullen paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Revazshvili looks to throw the jab but McCullen is out of range.
Revazshvili throws a body shot but no joy.
Revazshvili with a poor takedown
and McCullen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Levan Revazshvili. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Revazshvili looks to land a right hand but McCullen moved out of range.#TD#
Revazshvili looking to score a takedown here. McCullen is defending well but Revazshvili drives through and ends up in McCullen's guard.
McCullen wants to control the position but Revazshvili says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB#
Revazshvili is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed McCullen to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Levan Revazshvili is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Revazshvili looking to sit in guard and control but McCullen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Revazshvili looking to control.
Sam McCullen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Revazshvili has McCullen pulled in close to control his posture.
Revazshvili bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McCullen's guard. #REVR#
Revazshvili is fighting to break McCullen's control of his arms but McCullen is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T4#
Revazshvili trying to control but McCullen is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McCullen is on top in guard. #REVB#
Revazshvili managing to control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sam McCullen.
Well Revazshvili 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Levan Revazshvili!
Levan Revazshvili was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
The defeated Sam McCullen had this to say: 'Respect to my opponent. No excuses. I will learn from this fight and come back stronger. Thank you to the fans I appreciate the support and I will be a champion again I know it.'.

Event: OFC: Blood Night LIV
Date: Aug 22, 2018

#R1#
Voronin wants to clinch.
McCullen throws a head kick but Voronin moves out of range. #CL2#
Voronin rushes McCullen and presses him up against the cage.
Voronin scores with a shot to the side of McCullen's head.
Voronin struggles to land a body shot inside as McCullen controls his hands.
McCullen trying to stall but Voronin improves his position.
Voronin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCullen pressing his opponent against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCullen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen wants to get back to striking at distance but Voronin won't allow it.
Voronin throws a punch but it's blocked by McCullen.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Voronin.
Voronin tries a body shot but McCullen blocks it.
Voronin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Voronin.
McCullen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Voronin has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. McCullen seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Voronin can turn it around.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Voronin.
Voronin working aggressively here.
Voronin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Voronin has a couple of punches blocked by McCullen. #BC#
McCullen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCullen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL2#
Voronin takes the fight into the clinch.
McCullen blocks an uppercut.
Voronin swings wildly with an uppercut but McCullen uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen prevents a body shot from Voronin.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Voronin.
Voronin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCullen's elbow. #T2##BC#
McCullen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Voronin tries to clinch but McCullen moves out of range.
Voronin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McCullen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Voronin has closed the distance and engaged McCullen in a clinch.
McCullen is trying to break free.
McCullen leaning his opponent against the cage.
McCullen blocking some punches.
Voronin misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Voronin scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McCullen takes a shot to the head.
Voronin throws a punch but it's blocked by McCullen.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Voronin.
McCullen tries to stall but Voronin uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Voronin lands with a right to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.#T3#
Voronin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Voronin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Voronin tries to throw a body punch but McCullen avoids it by throwing Voronin back against the cage.
Voronin misses with the head strike.
McCullen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Voronin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Voronin lands a left hand.
Voronin throws a punch but it's blocked by McCullen.
Voronin misses with the head strike.
Voronin tries a body shot but McCullen blocks it.
McCullen blocking some punches.
Voronin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Voronin.
McCullen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Voronin lands a shoulder strike. #T4#
Voronin lands with a light punch inside.
Voronin throws a punch but it's blocked by McCullen.
McCullen takes a shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Voronin tries to throw a body punch but McCullen avoids it by throwing Voronin back against the cage.
Voronin lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McCullen backwards.
McCullen prevents a body shot from Voronin.
Voronin working aggressively here.
Voronin tries to throw a body punch but McCullen avoids it by throwing Voronin back against the cage.
Voronin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCullen's elbow.
McCullen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Voronin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Voronin throws a head punch that misses.
Voronin can't find room to land a body shot as McCullen controls the action.
McCullen blocks an uppercut.
McCullen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Andriy Voronin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
McCullen swats away the attempt to clinch by Voronin.
Voronin misses with a hook
and McCullen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Voronin connects with a body shot that sends McCullen's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Voronin gets in close and instigates a clinch.
McCullen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCullen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Voronin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Voronin misses with a punch to the body.
Voronin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Voronin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Voronin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voronin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McCullen blocks a body shot from Voronin.
Voronin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Voronin.
A head punch on the inside from Voronin fails to land. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from Voronin fails to land.
McCullen displaying some good clinch control by pressing Voronin up against the cage.
Voronin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
McCullen breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McCullen lands a jab-cross combination.
Voronin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Voronin throws out a loose jab but McCullen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Voronin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
McCullen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Voronin.
McCullen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Voronin moves out of range of the strikes.
McCullen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McCullen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Voronin throws a low kick but it's checked well by McCullen.#T2#
McCullen misses with a few strikes there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Voronin goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Voronin.
Voronin looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Voronin keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Andriy Voronin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Voronin tries to close the distance and clinch but McCullen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Voronin scores with a hook.
Sam McCullen is winning the standup battle so far.
McCullen throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Voronin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Voronin connects with an inside leg kick.
Voronin moves out of range as McCullen strikes.
A little jabbing left from Voronin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Voronin.
McCullen thinks about countering with a head kick.
McCullen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Voronin throws out the jab.
McCullen moves out of range as Voronin strikes.
Voronin pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
McCullen misses with a looping right.
McCullen 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.
Voronin scores with a sloppy right hand. McCullen should have avoided that one. #CL2#
Voronin drives through and clinches with McCullen against the cage. #T3#
McCullen tries to break the clinch but Voronin is controlling the position.
A right hand to the body from Voronin.
Voronin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Voronin working aggressively here.
I was talking to McCullen's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Voronin throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McCullens head.
Voronin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Voronin misses with a punch to the body.
Voronin misses with the head strike.
Voronin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Voronin.
Voronin lands a right hand.
Voronin working aggressively here.
Voronin misses with a body punch.
Voronin misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
McCullen breaks from the clinch. #T4##CL2#
Voronin closes the distance and clinches.
McCullen is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Voronin is keeping busy.
Voronin swings wildly with an uppercut but McCullen uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen prevents a body shot from Voronin.
Nice body punch from Voronin - that landed with a thud.
Voronin struggles to land a body shot inside as McCullen controls his hands.
Voronin cracks McCullen with a nice body shot.
McCullen prevents a body shot from Voronin.
Voronin prevents a body shot from McCullen.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Voronin.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Voronin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Voronin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Voronin misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Andriy Voronin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen'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#
Voronin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen scores with a body shot.
McCullen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McCullen misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Voronin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McCullen, pushing him back against the cage.
Voronin softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Voronin keeps the fight in the clinch, despite McCullen's efforts to push away.
Voronin can't find room to land a body shot as McCullen controls the action.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Voronin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen blocks a body shot from Voronin.
Voronin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Voronin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Voronin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCullen throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
McCullen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Voronin lands a right hand that snaps the head of McCullen backwards.
Voronin lands a shoulder strike.
Voronin misses with some punches.
McCullen blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
McCullen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCullen throws a big shot that misses.
Voronin jabs McCullen right on the nose. McCullen blinks but takes it well.
Voronin scores with a body shot.
Voronin tries to clinch but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Voronin looks to land a left hand but McCullen moved out of range nicely.
McCullen takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Voronin throws a hook but McCullen avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Voronin does a little dance to reset his feet.
Voronin lands with a nice body punch. #T2#
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Voronin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCullen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Voronin feints and then cracks McCullen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McCullen down.
McCullen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Voronin.
Voronin lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCullen lands with a good body shot.
McCullen cracks a nice hook into Voronin's ribs.
Voronin pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCullen drops his hands momentarily and Voronin takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Voronin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCullen.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Voronin.
Voronin throws a looping overhand right but McCullen ducks down to avoid it.
Voronin displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Voronin on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Voronin throws a series of strikes that have McCullen backpedaling.
Voronin tries to clinch but McCullen is having none of it.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Voronin. #T3#
Voronin lunges at McCullen with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McCullen's hand.
McCullen connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Voronin's hands.
Voronin darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A solid body kick from Voronin.
Voronin goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sam McCullen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Voronin scores with a hook to the body.
McCullen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Voronin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andriy Voronin seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Voronin misses with a punch on the inside.
Voronin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCullen is trying to maintain a safe position but Voronin gets an underhook and turns McCullen into the cage.
McCullen scores with a nice hook to the head.
McCullen gets through Voronin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCullen has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Voronin has a couple of punches blocked by McCullen.
Voronin misses with a punch on the inside.
Voronin throws a punch but it's blocked by McCullen.
Voronin swings wildly with an uppercut but McCullen uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Voronin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCullen's elbow. #BC#
McCullen breaks the clinch.
McCullen takes a swing at Voronin's ribcage but misses.
Voronin doesn't manage to clinch there - McCullen circles away.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Voronin is just out of range.
McCullen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
McCullen throws a hook to the side of Voronin's head but Voronin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Andriy Voronin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Voronin fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Andriy Voronin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Voronin 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Peck scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Andriy Voronin!
Andriy Voronin thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Sam McCullen was interviewed post fight and said 'Respect to my opponent. No excuses. I will learn from this fight and come back stronger. Thank you to the fans I appreciate the support and I will be a champion again I know it.'.

Event: OFC 368: Pera vs Hawk
Date: Aug 04, 2018

#R1#
McCullen misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Aoki counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
McCullen lands with an uppercut that bounces Aoki off the cage and back into range.
Aoki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCullen was well out of range. Poor timing from Aoki.
McCullen throws an off balance right hand
and Aoki counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aoki works the jab nicely.
Aoki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aoki throws a hook but McCullen avoids it easily.
Aoki lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
McCullen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#ROC#
McCullen is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick by McCullen misses
and Aoki counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Loki Aoki!
Our winner, Loki Aoki, 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.
The defeated Sam McCullen had this to say: 'Respect to my opponent. No excuses. I will learn from this fight and come back stronger. Thank you to the fans I appreciate the support and I will be a champion again I know it.'.

Event: OFC 366: Gray vs. Skovgaard
Date: Jul 25, 2018

#R1#
Jab from McCullen.
Rokka throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rokka drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A clash of legs there as McCullen blocks the low kick.
A counter left hand to the body from McCullen misses its target.#KD#
McCullen lands a big uppercut and Rokka crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Rokka looks OK. McCullen waves Rokka back to his feet!#ROC#
Rokka is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice body punch from McCullen.
Rokka is still on wobbly legs! Can McCullen finish him?
Rokka takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Rokka seems to have recovered his senses.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rokka was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
McCullen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McCullen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rokka.
McCullen throws a leg kick which misses Rokka's front leg but catches the back leg as Rokka tries to avoid it.
A big right from McCullen misses. #KD#
McCullen feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Rokka sprawling to the canvas! Rokka rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can McCullen finish him?!
A slow jab from McCullen misses its intended target.
Rokka now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Rokka does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rokka was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
McCullen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
McCullen swinging wildly here.
McCullen thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCullen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McCullen slips under a jab from Rokka.
McCullen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Rokka gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McCullen.
McCullen checks a low kick from Rokka.
Nice uppercut lands for McCullen. That snapped Rokka's head back.
McCullen scores with a jab to the body.
Rokka scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#KD#
McCullen drops Rokka with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Rokka looks back up at him and smiles so McCullen waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rokka takes a swing at McCullen's ribcage but misses.
Rokka throws a head kick but McCullen moves out of range.
As Rokka looks to move away, McCullen throws a big counter combo but Rokka just gets out of the way.
Look low, kick high! McCullen uses the oldest trick in the book to send Rokka tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! McCullen is absolutely delighted - when Rokka wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DARE 53
Date: Jun 30, 2018

#R1#
Gravas takes a swing at McCullen's ribcage but misses.
McCullen fires out a quick counter leg kick but Gravas just manages to avoid it.
Gravas is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCullen.
Nice shot by Gravas .#CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Gravas scores with a nice body kick.
McCullen fakes the leg kick and cracks Gravas in the body. #KD2#
Gravas lands a big head kick that sends McCullen tumbling to the mat! Gravas takes a step backwards and waves McCullen back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
McCullen is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCullen tries to work over Gravas 's front leg with a kick but Gravas checks it.
McCullen cracks Gravas with a good jab.
McCullen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gravas thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gravas pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Gravas throws out a powerful jab.
McCullen scores with a jab. Gravas acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Gravas misses with a straight right.
McCullen moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Gravas avoids the head kick by McCullen.
Gravas checks a low kick from McCullen.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McCullen, as that shot connected.
McCullen scores with a head kick.
Gravas keeps McCullen at a distance using the push kick. #T2#
Gravas throws a lazy uppercut
and McCullen makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Gravas really felt that one!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCullen throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Gravas 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.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses
and Gravas counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Gravas , right into the meat. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Gravas has knocked McCullen down with a huge combo! Gravas steps away and waves a wobbly McCullen back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2#
Sam McCullen's cut is getting worse.
Gravas gets off balance looking for a body kick
and McCullen counters with a stiff right hand.
Gravas scores with a body shot.
Gravas fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McCullen on the side of the head.
McCullen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gravas doesn't seem bothered though.
Gravas looks to throw the jab but McCullen is out of range. #T3#
Gravas throws an overhand right that lands on McCullen's shoulder, as McCullen tries to avoid the shot.
Gravas ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
And McCullen counters with a quick kick to the body but Gravas blocks it.
McCullen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
That kick from McCullen tenderised Gravas 's leg. Gravas is trying to keep his angry face on.
McCullen checks a leg kick.
McCullen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gravas follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Gravas moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Gravas on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Gravas ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.#T4#
Gravas takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
McCullen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Gravas slips under a jab from McCullen.
A solid body kick from Gravas .
McCullen throws a half hearted mid kick.
McCullen throws a leg kick
and Gravas counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#
Sam McCullen's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen walks forward, straight into a front kick from Gravas .
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gravas takes a swing at McCullen's ribcage but misses.
McCullen gets off balance looking for a body kick#KD2#
and Gravas counters with a crisp right hand that drops McCullen! Gravas lets McCullen back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Latka Gravas dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Gravas is looking to land body kicks.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gravas was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
A shot to the body from McCullen misses
and Gravas counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oh McCullen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McCullen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gravas .
McCullen seems to have got his legs back now.
McCullen jabs Gravas to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McCullen lands with a hook. Gravas tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen tries a head kick but it misses.
Latka Gravas seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McCullen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gravas feints a counter leg kick.
McCullen throws a jab but it's blocked by Gravas . #T1#
McCullen scores with a kick to the body.
Good shot there by McCullen.
McCullen misses with a right hand
and McCullen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#
Jeez, Sam McCullen's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
McCullen swings for the body but Gravas moves out of range.
Gravas uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCullen.
Gravas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McCullen tries to land a front kick but Gravas steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Gravas clobbers McCullen with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Latka Gravas !
A very excited looking Latka Gravas 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.
The defeated Sam McCullen had this to say: 'Respect to my opponent. No excuses. I will learn from this fight and come back stronger. Thank you to the fans I appreciate the support and I will be a champion again I know it.'.

Event: DARE 46: KRAZY
Date: May 19, 2018

#R1#
McCullen thuds his shin into the meat of Ladd's side.
Ladd fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McCullen throws a leg kick but Ladd checks it.
It looked like Ladd was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
McCullen 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.
McCullen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCullen shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
A kick lands to the mid section there for McCullen.
Ladd lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
McCullen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ladd.
McCullen swings widly with a right hand
and McCullen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ladd works McCullen's body with a nice hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head kick misses from McCullen.
Ladd keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ladd is looking for a counter combo.
McCullen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
McCullen throws a big shot that misses.
McCullen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ladd takes a swing at McCullen's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Ladd throws an overhand right that lands on McCullen's shoulder, as McCullen tries to avoid the shot.
Ladd lands a nice looking body shot.
McCullen blocks a jab.
McCullen throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Ladd cracks a nice hook into McCullen's ribs.
Ladd stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Ladd looks to score with a jab to the body but McCullen is just out of range.
Ladd steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from McCullen. That one must have hurt.
Ladd throws a shot from downtown. McCullen moves away and avoids it.
McCullen takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ladd blocks a head kick by McCullen.
Ladd lands with a shot to the body.
McCullen looks winded!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ladd misses with an uppercut.
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ladd misses with a body shot. #T2#
McCullen misses with a straight right.
Ladd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCullen manages to avoid it.
Ladd scores with a nice head shot.#CUT#
That has opened up Sam McCullen's cut even more.
McCullen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rosco Ladd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A cross from Ladd lands.
Ladd throws a right hand that misses
and McCullen counters with a nice body kick.
Ladd cracks a nice hook into McCullen's ribs.
McCullen slips a jab from Ladd.
As Ladd backs off McCullen throws a huge counter combo but Ladd manages to avoid it all.
A big right from Ladd misses.
Ladd throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCullen counters with a good, hard body kick but Ladd shrugs it off.
McCullen throws a sloppy head kick and Ladd moves out of range easily.
Ladd misses with a hook.
Ladd misses with a hook.
McCullen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McCullen scores with a push kick.#T3##CL2#
Ladd tries to keep at a distance but McCullen has taken the fight into the clinch.
Ladd lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McCullen or not.
McCullen throws a head punch that misses.
McCullen prevents Ladd from breaking the clinch.
McCullen scores with a shot to the side of Ladd's head.
McCullen throws a punch but it's blocked by Ladd.
McCullen prevents a body shot from Ladd. #BC#
Ladd breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ladd connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McCullen misses with a looping right.
Ladd swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ladd takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A big right from McCullen misses.
McCullen throws a body punch but Ladd moves out of range.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCullen tries to work over Ladd's front leg with a kick but Ladd checks it.
Ladd misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen. #T4##CL2#
McCullen pushes Ladd up against the cage in a clinch.
McCullen tries to work over Ladd's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCullen can't find room to land a body shot as Ladd controls the action.
McCullen scores with a shot to the side of Ladd's head. #BC#
Ladd breaks from the clinch.
McCullen looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ladd lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT#
The cut above Sam McCullen's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Ladd does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ladd is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCullen.
A slow jab from Ladd misses its intended target.
Ladd swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ladd looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McCullen lands a nice looking body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ladd misses with a right hand
and McCullen makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Ladd works McCullen's body with a nice hook.
McCullen is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rosco Ladd dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
McCullen throws a looping overhand right but Ladd ducks down to avoid it.
McCullen tests Ladd's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ladd misses the shot to the body.
McCullen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McCullen connects with a body shot.
Ladd throws a nice looking combination but McCullen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McCullen lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
McCullen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ladd.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by McCullen.
A slow jab from Ladd misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ladd blocks the body kick.
McCullen blocks a jab.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ladd manages to avoid it.
McCullen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ladd connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McCullen scrambles back to his feet.
Ladd avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rosco Ladd is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Ladd tries to bum rush McCullen with a series of wild strikes but McCullen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McCullen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ladd.
McCullen throws a shot from downtown. Ladd moves away and avoids it.
A counter left hand to the body from Ladd misses its target.
McCullen slips a jab from Ladd.
McCullen is looking for the big counter here.
Ladd throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McCullen throws a big shot that misses.
Ladd missing with a left hand there. McCullen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little jabbing left from McCullen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A slow jab from Ladd misses its intended target.
Ladd throws a body punch but McCullen moves out of range.
Ladd takes one to the chin there.
McCullen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ladd misses with a body punch
and McCullen counters with a slapping leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for McCullen.
Ladd swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ladd displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
McCullen gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ladd is looking to break free of the clinch but McCullen has double underhooks.
McCullen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McCullen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ladd will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Ladd swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Ladd breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ladd displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
A big left from Ladd misses.
Ladd misses with a looping right.
Ladd misses with a wild body shot.
McCullen raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Ladd checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A little feinted left hand from Ladd on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ladd fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT#
Sam McCullen's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
McCullen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ladd.
McCullen slips a jab from Ladd.
Ladd misses with a wild combination. #T3#
McCullen lands a lovely overhand right.
A punch combination from Ladd misses.
Ladd misses with a right hand
and McCullen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice body kick from McCullen.
McCullen misses with a wild body shot.
Ladd tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCullen was well out of range. Poor timing from Ladd.
McCullen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McCullen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ladd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCullen manages to avoid it.
Ladd keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McCullen.
Nice uppercut lands for McCullen. That snapped Ladd's head back.
A chopping leg kick lands by McCullen.
Ladd connects with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCullen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T4#
McCullen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ladd throws out the jab.
Ladd throws a jab but it's blocked by McCullen.
McCullen counters with a body kick.
McCullen connects with a crisp jab.
McCullen wants to clinch up but Ladd keeps it at a distance.
McCullen is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McCullen throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
McCullen swings widly with a right hand
and Ladd counters with a nice body shot.
McCullen goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Ladd ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
McCullen avoids the body shot from Ladd.
Ladd misses the jab.
McCullen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ladd.
McCullen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Rosco Ladd!

Event: DARE 39: BUTANE VS. UMAGA
Date: Apr 14, 2018

#R1#
Anderson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Anderson lunges at McCullen with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McCullen's hand. #CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
McCullen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
McCullen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Anderson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Anderson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McCullen misses with an uppercut
and McCullen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hades Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - Anderson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCullen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Anderson jabs McCullen right on the nose. McCullen blinks but takes it well.
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!
Anderson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McCullen on the side of the head.
Anderson throws a lazy uppercut
and McCullen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Anderson thinking.
McCullen slips under a jab.
McCullen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Anderson throwing a counter right hand but McCullen manages to avoid it.
Anderson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCullen was well out of range. Poor timing from Anderson.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.#T1#
Anderson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A big right from Anderson misses.
Anderson blocks the body kick.
A little feinted left hand from Anderson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anderson moves away.
Anderson misses with a hook. McCullen ducked under it nicely.
A head kick misses from McCullen.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Anderson misses its intended target.
Anderson throws a big shot that misses.
Anderson misses with a left hand
and McCullen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Anderson uses good head movement to avoid it.
A jab from Anderson misses.
Anderson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Anderson.
McCullen is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Anderson with a body shot.#T2#
A cross from Anderson lands.
Anderson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Anderson moves out of range of the body kick from McCullen.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson misses with a shot to the body
and McCullen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCullen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Anderson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Anderson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
McCullen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Anderson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Anderson lands a nice shot to the body.
Anderson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Anderson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McCullen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A kick lands to the mid section there for McCullen.
McCullen throws a shot to the body.
A head kick misses from McCullen.
Anderson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McCullen circles away quickly and effectively.#T3#
Anderson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCullen counters with a left to the body.
McCullen slips a jab from Anderson.
McCullen replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Anderson blocks it well.
McCullen lands with a cross.
McCullen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Anderson blocks a head kick by McCullen.
Anderson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Anderson jabs at McCullen's body.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Anderson.
McCullen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McCullen connects with a leg kick. Anderson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
McCullen slips a jab from Anderson.
McCullen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McCullen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Anderson.
Anderson throws a hook but McCullen blocks it.
McCullen throws a shot from downtown. Anderson moves away and avoids it.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anderson misses with a wild body shot.
Sloppy strikes from McCullen. Those never looked like landing.
Sam McCullen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Anderson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCullen.
Anderson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice cross by McCullen.
Anderson throws a poor cross that misses
and McCullen counters with a stiff right hand.
Jab from Anderson.
Anderson throws a nice looking combination but McCullen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McCullen throws a hook but Anderson avoids it easily.
Anderson throws a jab when McCullen was well out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Anderson throws a lazy uppercut
and McCullen counters with an inside leg kick.
McCullen misses with a jab to the body
and Anderson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McCullen tries to bum rush Anderson with a series of wild strikes but Anderson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but McCullen is just out of range.
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 Hades Anderson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Anderson misses with a hook
and McCullen counters with a low kick, right behind Anderson 's knee.
A swing and a miss from Anderson.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCullen moves away from the strike by Anderson.
McCullen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Anderson throws out the jab.
McCullen was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
McCullen takes one to the side of the head.
Anderson throws an off balance right hand #KD2#
and McCullen counters with a crisp one two that drops Anderson! McCullen thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Anderson to his feet! Anderson is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Anderson is rocked!
Anderson throws a poor cross that misses
and McCullen makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Oh Anderson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McCullen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Anderson.
McCullen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Anderson seems to have got his legs back now.
A punch combination from McCullen misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anderson on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT2#
It looks like Hades Anderson has been cut.
McCullen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Anderson.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
McCullen lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Anderson cracks a nice hook into McCullen's ribs.
A big left from Anderson misses.
Anderson misses with an uppercut. McCullen saw that one coming.
McCullen moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
McCullen misses with a few strikes there.
Anderson throws a lazy right hand but McCullen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little jabbing left from McCullen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McCullen has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
McCullen throws a leg kick but Anderson sees it coming and moves out of range.
McCullen ducks under a wild hook from Anderson.
Good standup being displayed there by Anderson as he connects with a hook.
Anderson misses with a straight right.
Anderson's corner calls for a 1-2. Anderson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Anderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCullen throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range. #T2#
McCullen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice shot lands for Anderson.
Hades Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Anderson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McCullen finds it's way round the side to connect with Anderson's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anderson throws the left hand but McCullen avoids the punch easily.
McCullen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Anderson on the side of the head.
Anderson throws a jab but it's blocked by McCullen.
A punch combination from McCullen misses.
McCullen misses with a leg kick
and Anderson counters with a straight right hand.
Anderson just misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson avoids the head kick by McCullen.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
Anderson swings widly with a right hand
and McCullen makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
McCullen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
McCullen throws a counter combo.
Anderson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A little jabbing left from McCullen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Anderson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McCullen slips under a jab.
Anderson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Anderson throws a shot from downtown. McCullen moves away and avoids it.
Anderson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A swing and a miss from Anderson.
McCullen throws a front kick that sends Anderson stumbling back into the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
McCullen throws the kick towards the body but Anderson avoids it.
McCullen slips a jab from Anderson.
McCullen throws a counter combo.
Anderson misses with a jab to the body
and McCullen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#KD2#
McCullen lands a big uppercut and Anderson crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Anderson looks OK. McCullen waves Anderson back to his feet!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCullen cracks Anderson on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Anderson falls backwards against the cage. McCullen follows up with more strikes that drop Anderson to his knees. McCullen keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Anderson! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen 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: DARE 31
Date: Mar 09, 2018

#R1#
Batra's corner calls for a 1-2. Batra obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
McCullen misses the jab.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Batra lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Batra misses with a shot to the body
and McCullen counters with a nice uppercut.
McCullen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Batra moves away.
Batra connects with a body shot that sends McCullen's belly button to the back.
McCullen throws a half hearted mid kick.
Batra attempts a counter takedown but McCullen avoids it well and moves away.
McCullen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCullen misses with a hook to the body
and Batra counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McCullen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Batra is looking to counter the offense by McCullen and move into the clinch.
McCullen swings widly with a right hand
and Batra counters with a nice leg kick.
McCullen misses with an uppercut
and Batra counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen tries a low kick but Batra avoids it.
Batra avoids the body shot from McCullen.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Batra was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
An attempted straight right counter from Batra misses the target.#T1#
Batra uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
McCullen takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
McCullen is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Batra rather than just go for the knockout.
A slapping leg kick lands for McCullen.
McCullen throws a predictable looking body shot #CL#
and Batra counters by moving into the clinch.
McCullen blocks an uppercut.
Batra scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McCullen misses with a short punch on the inside.
McCullen misses with a hook from the clinch.
Batra tries to throw a body punch but McCullen avoids it by throwing Batra back against the cage.
Batra misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCullen.
Batra has a couple of punches blocked by McCullen.
A frustrated look appears on McCullen's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Batra scores with a hook to the body.#T2#
With the fighters up against the cage, Batra throws an elbow but misses.
McCullen blocks a body shot from Batra.
Batra is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables McCullen to keep the fight standing.
Batra is trying to pull guard but McCullen turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Batra stalling against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Batra fails to land.
Batra throws a punch but it's blocked by McCullen.
Batra lands with a right to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Batra lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McCullen backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCullen.
Batra can't find room to land a body shot as McCullen controls the action.
McCullen blocks a body shot from Batra.
Batra tries to work over McCullen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Batra scores with a hook to the body.
Batra scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McCullen blocks a body shot from Batra. #BC2#
McCullen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Batra throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
McCullen throws a half hearted mid kick.
A big right from Batra misses.
Batra displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCullen throws out the jab.
Nice body kick there by McCullen.
McCullen on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McCullen throws an off balance right hand #CL#
and Batra moves into the clinch.
McCullen fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
McCullen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Batra throws a body punch but McCullen moves out of range. #T4#
Batra misses the shot to the body.
McCullen throws a right hand that Batra ducks under and follows up with a left that Batra also avoids with ease.
Sam McCullen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCullen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen connects with a right hand. Batra shakes it off.
McCullen misses with an uppercut.
McCullen gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Batra counters with a two punch combo.
Batra avoids the head kick by McCullen.
McCullen darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McCullen connects with a jab.
Batra tries to clinch up but McCullen circles away and keeps his distance.
McCullen lands with a nice body punch.
McCullen throws a hook to the side of Batra's head but Batra sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McCullen staying out of range there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gobal Batra dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Batra throws a quick counter kick to the body but McCullen avoids it.
Batra 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.
A swing and a miss from Batra.
McCullen tried to score with a low kick but Batra checks it.
McCullen throws a hook but Batra avoids it easily.
Batra throws a body shot but no joy.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses.
Batra tries to counter by moving into the clinch but McCullen manages to circle out of the way.
Batra looks to land a combination but McCullen avoids it well.
McCullen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Batra in his tracks.
McCullen wants to land a leg kick but Batra is out of range.
McCullen misses with a hook. Batra ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batra missing with a left hand there. McCullen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McCullen throws a head kick but Batra moves out of range.
Sam McCullen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McCullen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Batra.
Batra throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Batra fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Batra misses with a body shot.
Batra ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Batra lands with a hook. McCullen tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Batra throws a nice outside leg kick.
McCullen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Batra has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCullen.
McCullen misses with a looping left.
McCullen 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.
McCullen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Batra swings for the body but McCullen moves out of range.
It seemed like McCullen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Batra throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
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!
McCullen bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McCullen misses with a low kick.
McCullen swings widly with a right hand
and Batra counters with a straight right hand.
Nice uppercut there from McCullen.
Batra misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCullen.
Batra ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCullen lands a body shot.
Batra's jab looks to have found its range, popping McCullen under the eye.
Batra jabs McCullen right on the nose. McCullen blinks but takes it well.
McCullen misses with a hook.
Batra misses with a straight right.
McCullen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Batra moves away from the strike by McCullen.
Batra quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T3#
McCullen fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Batra checks it well.
McCullen misses with a low kick as Batra jumps back.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
Batra drops down looking for a counter takedown but McCullen sprawls and moves away.
Batra swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by McCullen. That's going to slow Batra down.
McCullen throws a sloppy body shot
and Batra counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Batra takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Batra lands a jab to the head.
Batra tries to clinch up.
Batra throws a sloppy head kick and McCullen moves out of range easily.
McCullen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Batra on the side of the head.
McCullen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Batra.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Batra manages to avoid it.#T4#
Batra misses with a looping right.
McCullen lands with a slapping head kick.
Batra keeping a good distance there, avoiding the 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!
Batra throws a series of punches but McCullen avoids them all with ease.
A nice side step and McCullen releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
McCullen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Batra.
McCullen throws a body punch but Batra moves out of range.
McCullen tries to land a front kick but Batra steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McCullen thows a leg kick but Batra checks it
and Batra counters with a left to the body.
McCullen throws a hook to the side of Batra's head but Batra sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Batra swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McCullen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McCullen throws a poor cross that misses #CL#
and Batra holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
McCullen looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sam McCullen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
No joy there for Batra, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Batra bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Batra throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McCullen blocks a leg kick.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses.
McCullen misses with a lunging right hand
and Batra counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McCullen takes a swing at Batra's ribcage but misses.
Batra ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.
McCullen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen just misses with a punch to the body.
Batra changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McCullen misses with a looping left.
McCullen tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Batra wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
McCullen misses the jab.
Batra is looking to counter the offense by McCullen and move into the clinch.
A head kick misses from McCullen.
Batra was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Batra looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Batra gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McCullen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Batra lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McCullen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Batra. Batra obviously looking to wear him down.
McCullen takes one to the chin there.
McCullen throws a low kick, looking for Batra's leg but Batra calmly moves out of range.
McCullen avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Batra displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCullen throws out the jab.
McCullen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big right from McCullen misses.
McCullen slips under a jab from Batra.#T2#
Batra lands a right hook to the body.
McCullen throws a leg kick which misses Batra's front leg but catches the back leg as Batra tries to avoid it.
McCullen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Batra sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McCullen.
McCullen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Batra.
Batra has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Batra there as he acknowledges the shot.
Batra takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
McCullen misses the jab.
McCullen misses with a lunging right hand #CL#
and Batra counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Batra.
Batra tries to work over McCullen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Batra swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
A head punch on the inside from McCullen fails to land.
McCullen blocks an elbow strike from Batra.
Batra swings wildly with an uppercut but McCullen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Batra doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCullen misses with some punches.
Batra has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McCullen avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC2#
McCullen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCullen lands a nice shot that snaps Batra's head back.
Batra scores with the left hand. McCullen knows he should have avoided that one.
Batra lands a head kick. McCullen smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Batra fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McCullen.
A punch combination from McCullen misses. #T4##CL#
Batra forces McCullen back against the cage and clinches.
McCullen struggles to land a body shot inside as Batra controls his hands.
Batra tries to pull guard but McCullen forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Batra tries to throw a body punch but McCullen avoids it by throwing Batra back against the cage.
Batra misses with a body punch.
Batra lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Batra doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Batra swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Batra misses with a hook to the ribs.
Batra blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Batra lands a shoulder strike.
Batra tries to land a knee to the head but misses.

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 Gobal Batra.
I think Batra 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 George Francis scores the fight 29:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: DARE 26
Date: Feb 07, 2018

#R1#
McCullen throws a hook but Batra avoids it easily.
Batra shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McCullen as he jumps to the side.
Batra throws a jab when McCullen was well out of range.
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Batra uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
McCullen scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Batra has a takedown stuffed.
Batra shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McCullen defends it nicely.
It looked like McCullen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sam McCullen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gobal Batra.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batra checks the leg kick nicely there.
Batra fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Batra uses good head movement to avoid it.
Batra shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McCullen pinned against the cage. McCullen gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Batra ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD2#
Batra drives through with a takedown into McCullen's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Batra with a flurry of punches that miss.
McCullen has Batra pulled in close to control his posture.
Batra throwing strikes but missing.
McCullen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Batra seems keen to control McCullen's posture.#T2##SUB2#
Batra is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McCullen is aware though and is defending well.
McCullen stopping the sweep attempt from Batra.
McCullen postures up.
McCullen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
McCullen preventing the sweep.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
McCullen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Batra or perhaps it was just good defense by McCullen, which made it look bad.
McCullen appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Batra shoots in but McCullen avoids the takedown attempt easily.
McCullen tried to counter with a leg kick but Batra avoided it.#TD2#
Batra throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. McCullen was covering up waiting for the punch and Batra finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Batra passes McCullen's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
McCullen is defending against the submission attempts here by Batra.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Batra is pressing down on McCullen's thigh, looking to free his foot. McCullen is holding on for now. #T4#
McCullen is looking to improve his position.
McCullen is controlling Batra's position as best he can from this difficult position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Batra is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and McCullen reverses the position - he's now on top in Batra's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Batra scores with a takedown into McCullen's guard.#SUB2#
Batra drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and McCullen dives on top into guard.#REVR#
McCullen postures up.
McCullen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen wants to control from the top but Batra keeps moving. #T1#
Batra avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
McCullen trying to control but Batra is working from the bottom.
McCullen postures up.
Batra looking to hit a scissor sweep but McCullen is one step ahead there.
Batra trying to control the position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Batra working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McCullen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McCullen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Batra has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McCullen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McCullen throws the left hand but Batra avoids the punch easily.
Batra fails with a takedown attempt.
McCullen throws a hook but Batra blocks it.
McCullen stuns Batra with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
McCullen throws a hook but Batra blocks it.
Batra looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Sam McCullen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
McCullen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Batra.
Batra shoots for a double leg takedown but McCullen sprawls well. He's pushed Batra's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sam McCullen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gobal Batra.#TD2#
Batra looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
McCullen is holding on to half guard well.
McCullen slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
McCullen looking to control.
Batra advances position into side control!#T4#
McCullen takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#SUB2#
Batra goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, McCullen has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Batra but great work by McCullen.
Batra tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McCullen trying to control the position but Batra is working away.
Batra wants to control but McCullen postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCullen moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that second round.
That's time! McCullen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
McCullen listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Batra avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Batra shoots in but no luck this time.
Batra closes the distance and clinches up with McCullen, looking for a takedown. Batra pushes McCullen against the cage but McCullen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
McCullen defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Batra.
Sam McCullen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gobal Batra.
Batra shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McCullen as he avoids it easily.
McCullen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Batra closes the distance and clinches up with McCullen, looking for a takedown. Batra pushes McCullen against the cage but McCullen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
McCullen thinks about countering with a head kick.
Batra avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Batra ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Batra is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
McCullen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Batra can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen tries a head kick but it misses.
A big right from McCullen misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Batra does a little dance to reset his feet.
A head kick misses from McCullen. #TD2#
Batra shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. McCullen is trying to defend but Batra finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES#
McCullen has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Batra is on him like a limpet, forcing McCullen back against the cage.#T1#
Batra lands with a right to the head.
Batra fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Batra misses with a body punch.
Batra throws a head punch that misses.
Batra blocks an uppercut.
Batra has a couple of punches blocked by McCullen.
McCullen tries a body shot but Batra blocks it.
Batra goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCullen wants to get back to striking at distance but Batra won't allow it. #T2#
Batra blocks a body shot from McCullen.
McCullen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Batra tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCullen's elbow.
McCullen blocks an uppercut.
McCullen trying to stall but Batra improves his position.
McCullen being controlled against the cage.#BC#
McCullen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Batra shoots in looking for a takedown. McCullen tries to sprawl out of it but Batra keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McCullen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Batra looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McCullen is fending him off so far but Batra persists. Nope, McCullen circles away and we're back to standing.#T3#
Batra shoots in for a takedown but McCullen shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
McCullen looks to land a combination but Batra avoids it well.
Batra shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McCullen as he avoids it easily.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting McCullen here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Batra manages to avoid it.
Batra tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McCullen lands a lovely overhand right.
McCullen loads up on a big right hand but Batra slips the punch.
Left hook, right uppercut from McCullen.
Sam McCullen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CUT#
It looks like Gobal Batra has been cut.
Batra shoots in but McCullen avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Gobal Batra has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A combination from McCullen does no damage.
Batra shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McCullen pinned against the cage. McCullen gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Batra takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McCullen connects with a good right hand that stumbles Batra. Batra circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T4#
Batra fails with a takedown attempt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Batra looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McCullen is fending him off so far but Batra persists. Nope, McCullen circles away and we're back to standing.
Batra uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCullen.
Batra shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Batra on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCullen. McCullen obviously looking to wear him down.
Batra shoots in but McCullen avoids the takedown attempt easily.
McCullen throws a counter high kick but Batra was just alert enough to avoid it.
McCullen lands a really nice looking cross but Batra seems unphased.
McCullen is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Batra sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Batra takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Batra throws a jab but it's blocked by McCullen.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sam McCullen showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McCullen, 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sam McCullen!
An intense looking Sam McCullen took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'I learned from my mistakes the last fight and got that win back. I am simply on another level to these people and I feel unstoppable!'.

Event: DARE 21
Date: Jan 06, 2018

#R1#
Batra takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Batra swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
McCullen swings widly with a right hand
and Batra counters with a left to the body.
McCullen lands a leg kick that knocks Batra off balance momentarily.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
Batra plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Batra takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McCullen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCullen lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
McCullen lands with a right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Gobal Batra has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batra wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McCullen throws a wild body kick that Batra sees coming a mile off.
McCullen throws a right hand that misses
and Batra counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
McCullen thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Batra if he has to take too many more of those.
McCullen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McCullen cracks Batra with an open hand slap.
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCullen throws a hook but Batra blocks it.
Batra throws a big counter combination but McCullen scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
McCullen throws a hook but Batra blocks it.
McCullen lands a nice looking kick to the body. Batra takes a step back to recover.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses
and Batra counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Batra gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Batra misses with a shot to the body
and McCullen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Batra is looking to wear down McCullen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T2#
Batra displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCullen throws out the jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Batra moves out of range as McCullen strikes.
Batra fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McCullen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Batra blocks a head kick by McCullen.
McCullen throws a sloppy head kick and Batra moves out of range easily.
Batra swings for the body but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Batra on the side of the head.
Batra swings widly with a right hand
enabling McCullen to counter with a crisp jab.
Batra throws a hook but McCullen blocks it.#T3#
Batra slips under a jab from McCullen.
Batra misses with a body shot.
A little jabbing left from McCullen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Batra moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McCullen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Batra is looking to counter punch.
McCullen scores with a jab to the jaw.
McCullen throws a lazy uppercut
and Batra counters with a nice uppercut.
McCullen takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Batra scores with a hook to the body. McCullen takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Batra tries to counter by moving into the clinch but McCullen manages to circle out of the way.#T4#
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Batra manages to avoid it.
Batra lands a nice hook to McCullen's body. McCullen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McCullen looks to land a right hand but Batra moved out of range.
McCullen throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCullen looks to throw a body kick
and Batra counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Batra fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McCullen.
Batra with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McCullen to score with a decent uppercut.
A thudding body kick lands there by McCullen!
Batra fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McCullen.
Batra thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Batra's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Batra slips a jab and a cross from McCullen.
Batra misses with a hook. McCullen ducked under it nicely.
Batra defending well as McCullen loads up on a big left hand.
McCullen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Batra half committed to a counter leg kick.
Sam McCullen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCullen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McCullen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McCullen there as he acknowledges the shot.
Batra thuds his right hand into McCullen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen misses with a low kick.
Batra scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Batra throws a chopping leg kick but McCullen manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
It looks like Batra has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#T1#
Batra scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Batra blocks the body kick.
McCullen misses with a right hand #CL#
and Batra counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Batra.
McCullen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Batra blocks an uppercut.
McCullen tries to work over Batra's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Batra misses with the head strike.
McCullen tries to break free but Batra pushes him back against the cage.
Batra tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short left from Batra. #BC#
Batra's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McCullen throws a shot from downtown. Batra moves away and avoids it.
Batra thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCullen was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A big right from Batra misses. #T2#
Batra lands a jab.
McCullen jabs Batra to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Batra misses with a right hand
and McCullen counters with a nice body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McCullen lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
McCullen misses with a body shot.
Batra swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
McCullen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A head kick by Batra misses
and McCullen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Batra digs a good hook to McCullen's body.
Batra bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of McCullen's head.
Batra scores with a nice strike.
McCullen thows a leg kick but Batra checks it
and Batra counters with a right hand to the body.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Batra.
Batra lands a nice leg kick that just misses McCullen's sensitive parts.
McCullen throws a leg kick but Batra sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Batra swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A decent looking cross lands there for McCullen.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Batra.
Batra misses the shot to the body.
Batra walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CUT#
That has opened up Sam McCullen's cut even more.
McCullen misses with a body punch #CL#
and Batra moves into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCullen.
Batra misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
McCullen breaks from the clinch.
McCullen takes one to the side of the head.
McCullen lands a right hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gobal Batra dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! 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#
Batra lands a nice shot to the body.
Batra scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McCullen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Batra's jab looks to have found its range, popping McCullen under the eye.
Batra throws out a loose jab but McCullen uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from McCullen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McCullen misses with a body punch
and Batra cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McCullen misses with the body kick
and Batra counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen tests Batra's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McCullen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Batra throws out the jab.
Batra tries to clinch
and McCullen counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
McCullen misses with a looping left.
Batra throws out a powerful jab.
Batra scores with a punch to the head.#CUT#
The cut above Sam McCullen's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Batra misses with a straight left.
Batra walks forward and throws a big overhand right! McCullen drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Batra swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from McCullen's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gobal Batra!
A victorious Gobal Batra thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DARE ABSOLUTE
Date: Dec 10, 2017

#R1#
McCullen slips a jab from Smaxsons.
Smaxsons misses with an uppercut. McCullen saw that one coming.
McCullen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen scoring well with a low kick there.
Smaxsons misses with a few strikes there.
McCullen throws out a counter right but Smaxsons avoids it with no problem.
Smaxsons missing with a left hand there. McCullen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McCullen lands a head shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Clinton Smaxsons has been cut.
McCullen shoots and misses
and Smaxsons makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
McCullen looks to land a body kick but Smaxsons moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smaxsons misses with a series of wild punches.
McCullen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McCullen moves out of range as Smaxsons strikes.
McCullen throws out a counter right but Smaxsons avoids it with no problem.
Clinton Smaxsons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
McCullen throws a sloppy head kick and Smaxsons moves out of range easily.
McCullen avoids the head kick by Smaxsons.
Smaxsons loads up on a big right hand but McCullen slips the punch.
Smaxsons rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McCullen counters with a nice body shot.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smaxsons.
McCullen misses with a low kick.
Smaxsons was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Smaxsons lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Smaxsons defending well as McCullen loads up on a big left hand.
McCullen misses with a wild body shot.
Smaxsons bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Smaxsons ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.
McCullen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Smaxsons sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T2#
McCullen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Smaxsons misses with a lunging right hand
letting McCullen counter with a right hand.
Smaxsons checks a leg kick.
McCullen attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
As McCullen backs away, Smaxsons returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Smaxsons misses with a jab, cross combination.
McCullen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Smaxsons throwing a counter right hand but McCullen manages to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCullen takes one to the side of the head.
Smaxsons throws out a loose jab but McCullen uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen throws a body punch but Smaxsons moves out of range.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Smaxsons is just out of range.
Smaxsons lands with a good body shot.
Smaxsons looks to land a left hand but McCullen moved out of range nicely.
McCullen appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T3#
McCullen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
McCullen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smaxsons tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCullen was well out of range. Poor timing from Smaxsons.
A decent looking cross lands there for McCullen.
Smaxsons ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.
McCullen digs a good hook to Smaxsons's body.
Smaxsons moves out of range of the body kick.
Smaxsons rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McCullen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Smaxsons blocks the leg kick.
A left lands for McCullen.
Nice straight punches there by Smaxsons. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Smaxsons.
Clinton Smaxsons is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
McCullen throws a body punch but Smaxsons moves out of range.
A slow jab from McCullen misses its intended target.
McCullen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Smaxsons at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
Smaxsons scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A jab from McCullen does it's job there.
McCullen takes one to the side of the head.
McCullen throws a leg kick but Smaxsons sees it coming and moves out of range.
Smaxsons thows a left - swing and a miss!
Smaxsons wants to clinch up but McCullen keeps it at a distance.
McCullen fails to land with a series of punches.
Smaxsons blocks a low kick nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
McCullen misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Smaxsons to counter with a crisp jab.
A slow jab from Smaxsons misses its intended target.
Smaxsons walks into a straight right hand from McCullen.
McCullen avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McCullen misses with a jab to the body
and Smaxsons cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McCullen throws a looping overhand right but Smaxsons ducks down to avoid it.
McCullen throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends Smaxsons stumbling backwards into the cage! Smaxsons bounces back off the cage towards McCullen, who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! McCullen lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! McCullen celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.
Clinton Smaxsons spoke after the fight, saying 'Much respect to my opponent and he has my full respect. I'll be back to avenge this loss. I have plenty of growth in me and I'll keep training hard. '.

Event: TWGC 19 (265+lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 03, 2017

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Sam McCullen (ranked 3454 p4p, 407 weight class) and John Travoltavich (ranked 5357 p4p, 0 weight class). Sam McCullen has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.

195 cm
25 yrs
207 lbs

193 cm
22 yrs
220 lbs

McCullen

Travoltavich

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Sam McCullen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; John Travoltavich!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Saam Ante and Aafke Stam.

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

McCullen drives through and clinches with Travoltavich against the cage.

Travoltavich has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but McCullen regains guard immediately.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: McCullen (0) vs (2) Travoltavich
Travoltavich looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Travoltavich stopping the sweep attempt from McCullen.
Travoltavich is pushing down on McCullen's leg trying to pass to half guard. McCullen is fighting to maintain full guard but Travoltavich has managed to sneak the leg through.
McCullen wants to improve his position but Travoltavich is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Travoltavich trying to mount his opponent but McCullen defends it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McCullen is looking for a sweep. Travoltavich is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Travoltavich tries to pass to full mount but McCullen defends it.
Travoltavich seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McCullen does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Travoltavich looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
McCullen 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.
Travoltavich keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
McCullen is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Travoltavich stalling.
Travoltavich works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: McCullen (0) vs (5) Travoltavich
McCullen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The referee asks Travoltavich politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Travoltavich prefers to stall for the moment though.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
McCullen stops Travoltavich from passing to mount.
Travoltavich is looking to take a break and control but McCullen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
McCullen is trying to improve his position.
Travoltavich trying to control the action but McCullen is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on McCullen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCullen manages to work his way to half guard, despite Travoltavich's best efforts.
Travoltavich is trying to control the action in half guard but McCullen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
McCullen trying to control here.
McCullen slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Travoltavich seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
McCullen seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
McCullen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Travoltavich stopping the sweep attempt from McCullen.
Travoltavich trying to control but McCullen is working from the bottom.
Travoltavich controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Travoltavich pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCullen is keeping the position for now.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
McCullen controls Travoltavich momentarily but Travoltavich frees himself.
Travoltavich sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed McCullen's guard.
Travoltavich seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
McCullen is doing well to control the position and prevent Travoltavich from advancing to side control.
Travoltavich slows the pace down in half guard.

McCullen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Travoltavich pulls his head out easily.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
McCullen wants to control but Travoltavich is keeping busy.
Travoltavich prevents McCullen from improving his position.
McCullen trying to hold on to Travoltavich's head to control him but Travoltavich postures up.
Travoltavich wants to free his trapped foot but McCullen is holding on for dear life with his legs.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Travoltavich tries to pass the half guard into mount. McCullen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Travoltavich keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
McCullen is looking for a sweep. Travoltavich is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Travoltavich is trying to control. McCullen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Travoltavich prevents McCullen from improving his position.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Travoltavich takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
McCullen wants to control but Travoltavich is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McCullen is looking for a sweep. Travoltavich is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McCullen wants to sweep but Travoltavich has passed to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: McCullen (0) vs (8) Travoltavich
Travoltavich slows the pace down.
McCullen is not content to let Travoltavich control the position.
McCullen manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McCullen (2) vs (8) Travoltavich

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Travoltavich is holding on to half guard well.
McCullen keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Travoltavich wants to improve his position but McCullen is controlling well.
Travoltavich is trying to control but can't.
Travoltavich tries to get to full guard but McCullen has control of the leg.

McCullen is trying to work for a kimura but Travoltavich is defending well.
McCullen is looking to take a break and control but Travoltavich is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Travoltavich tries to roll over but McCullen keeps him under control.
Travoltavich is controlling McCullen's position as best he can from this difficult position.
McCullen works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: McCullen (5) vs (8) Travoltavich
McCullen trying to control the action but Travoltavich is working from the bottom.
Travoltavich is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on McCullen's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Travoltavich is doing well to control the position and prevent McCullen from advancing to side control.

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

McCullen is looking for a kimura but Travoltavich is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McCullen to get the leverage.

McCullen is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Travoltavich sees it coming and defends easily.
Travoltavich is looking to control McCullen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Travoltavich avoid being mounted?

McCullen is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Travoltavich sees it coming and defends easily.
Travoltavich wants to improve his position but McCullen is controlling well.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is pressing down on Travoltavich's thigh, looking to free his foot. Travoltavich is holding on for now.
Travoltavich keeping hold of McCullen's head, controlling as best he can.
Travoltavich is refusing to be controlled, as McCullen sits in half guard.
Travoltavich is looking to improve his position.

Travoltavich is defending against the submission attempts here by McCullen.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen tries to pass to full mount but Travoltavich defends it.

McCullen is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Travoltavich defends it well.
McCullen seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Travoltavich does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Travoltavich keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Travoltavich is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Travoltavich wins on points by 8 to 5.
An out of breath John Travoltavich thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: TWGC 19 (265+lbs, D3): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Nov 25, 2017

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Sam McCullen (ranked 3385 p4p, 428 weight class) and The Greatest Grappler Worldwide (ranked 4898 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

195 cm
25 yrs
207 lbs

192 cm
26 yrs
300 lbs

McCullen

Grappler Worldwide

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Sam McCullen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; The Greatest Grappler Worldwide!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Tarja Halkonen and Ben Zyskovitsi.

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

McCullen pushes Grappler Worldwide up against the cage in a clinch.
McCullen goes for a takedown in the clinch but Grappler Worldwide prevents it.
McCullen has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Grappler Worldwide avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
McCullen drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Grappler Worldwide gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sam McCullen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Grappler Worldwide tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. McCullen just stands there and leans against the cage.
Grappler Worldwide gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from McCullen.
McCullen is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Grappler Worldwide gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.

Grappler Worldwide lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: McCullen (0) vs (2) Grappler Worldwide
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grappler Worldwide not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Grappler Worldwide's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Grappler Worldwide trying to control the position from guard on top but McCullen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Grappler Worldwide tries to free his leg and advance position but McCullen is retaining full guard.
Grappler Worldwide 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.
McCullen wants to sweep here but Grappler Worldwide controlling him for the moment.
Grappler Worldwide trying to control the position from guard on top but McCullen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McCullen seems keen to control Grappler Worldwide's posture.
Grappler Worldwide not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
McCullen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Grappler Worldwide is one step ahead there.
Grappler Worldwide postures up.
Grappler Worldwide wants to control from the top but McCullen keeps moving.
Grappler Worldwide wants to pass the guard but McCullen is keeping the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

McCullen looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Grappler Worldwide passes into half guard.

Grappler Worldwide is looking for submissions but instead, McCullen has regained full guard.
Grappler Worldwide wants to control from the top but McCullen keeps moving.
Grappler Worldwide must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McCullen has his hands on Grappler Worldwide's head, controlling the position.
Grappler Worldwide slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Grappler Worldwide trying to control but McCullen is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

McCullen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Grappler Worldwide defends it easily.
Grappler Worldwide trying to control the position from guard on top but McCullen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Grappler Worldwide stopping the sweep attempt from McCullen.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
McCullen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Grappler Worldwide manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McCullen (2) vs (2) Grappler Worldwide
We've been hearing good reports from McCullen's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
McCullen slips nicely into half guard.
Grappler Worldwide is refusing to be controlled, as McCullen sits in half guard.
Grappler Worldwide is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute McCullen jumps into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: McCullen (5) vs (2) Grappler Worldwide
McCullen trying to control the action but Grappler Worldwide is working from the bottom.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is looking to take a break and control but Grappler Worldwide is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
McCullen content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

McCullen tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
McCullen is looking to take a break and control but Grappler Worldwide is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Grappler Worldwide struggling a bit here.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
McCullen wants to control but Grappler Worldwide is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on Grappler Worldwide's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Grappler Worldwide is trying to escape the position but McCullen is controlling the position.
Grappler Worldwide is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
McCullen is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Grappler Worldwide will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Grappler Worldwide gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grappler Worldwide is trying to get back to full guard.

Grappler Worldwide looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McCullen trying to control the pace.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Grappler Worldwide wants to sweep but McCullen has passed to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: McCullen (8) vs (2) Grappler Worldwide
Grappler Worldwide is not content to let McCullen control the position.
Grappler Worldwide is trying to control McCullen's posture but McCullen avoids it.
Grappler Worldwide is looking to regain half guard here but McCullen keeps moving and retains side control.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.

McCullen tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no McCullen has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Grappler Worldwide tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Grappler Worldwide is trying to control McCullen's posture but McCullen avoids it.
Grappler Worldwide is not content to let McCullen control the position.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
McCullen happy to just control the position for now.
Grappler Worldwide is looking to reverse the position.
McCullen is looking to take a break and control but Grappler Worldwide is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Grappler Worldwide tries to buck McCullen off but McCullen is having none of it.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen wants to control but Grappler Worldwide is keeping him busy.
Grappler Worldwide can't do much from the bottom here.
Grappler Worldwide is looking to reverse the position.
McCullen trying to control the action but Grappler Worldwide is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Grappler Worldwide tries to buck McCullen off but McCullen is having none of it.

And that's the end of the fight!
McCullen takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Sam McCullen decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: TWGC 19 (265+lbs, D3): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 24, 2017

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harold Shermann (ranked 21954 p4p, 253 weight class) and Sam McCullen (ranked 3394 p4p, 429 weight class). Shermann comes to the cage accompanied by Nirvana - Dumb. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

186 cm
29 yrs
300 lbs

195 cm
25 yrs
207 lbs

Shermann

McCullen

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Harold Shermann! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Sam McCullen!
The judges for this bout are Tarja Halkonen, Marco Blurström and Ben Zyskovitsi.

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

McCullen drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Shermann (0) vs (4) McCullen
Shermann can't do much from the bottom here.
Shermann is letting McCullen control him for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shermann wants to control but McCullen postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Shermann will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Shermann is looking for a sweep.
McCullen slows the pace down.
It looks like McCullen might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Shermann regains half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Shermann looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McCullen trying to mount his opponent but Shermann defends it.
Shermann wants to improve his position but McCullen is controlling well.
Shermann is trying to control but McCullen passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Shermann (0) vs (7) McCullen
McCullen controlling the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
McCullen trying to control the action but Shermann is working from the bottom.
Shermann is looking for a sweep.
McCullen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shermann keeps working.
McCullen takes a little break here. Shermann wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
McCullen is continuing to stall.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCullen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shermann keeps working.
A lull in the action here.
Shermann really is a fat lump.
Shermann is looking to regain half guard here but McCullen keeps moving and retains side control.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
McCullen staying calm.
McCullen working away.
Shermann manages to get back to half guard.
Shermann wants to get back to full guard.
Shermann is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute McCullen jumps into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Shermann (0) vs (10) McCullen

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Shermann tries to buck McCullen off but McCullen is having none of it.
Shermann holds on to McCullen's head and controls the position momentarily.
Shermann is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
McCullen controlling the position.
Shermann keeping his opponent close.
Shermann is trying to get back to half guard.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Shermann's shoulder. That is not cool.
You can see the frustration on Shermann's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shermann tries to improve position but can't.

McCullen is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Shermann knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
You can see the frustration on Shermann's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Shermann is looking to regain half guard here but McCullen keeps moving and retains side control.
Shermann is working hard here to advance position.
Shermann regains half guard.
McCullen is thwarting Shermann's attempts to control the position.
Shermann wants to sweep but McCullen has passed to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Shermann (0) vs (13) McCullen
Shermann trying to remain calm as McCullen controls from the top position.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Shermann is not content to let McCullen control the position.
Shermann is trying to escape the position but McCullen is controlling the position.
Shermann can't do much from the bottom here.
Shermann is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Shermann's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shermann is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on McCullen's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
McCullen takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
McCullen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
McCullen is thwarting Shermann's attempts to control the position.
Shermann is refusing to be controlled, as McCullen sits in half guard.
Shermann is pressing down on McCullen's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
McCullen passes into half guard.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
McCullen wants to pass to mount but Shermann is defending the position.
Shermann is looking to control McCullen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Shermann avoid being mounted?
McCullen not doing much here.
McCullen wants to pass to mount but Shermann is defending the position.
Shermann is looking to improve his position.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
McCullen wants to take a breather but Shermann is having none of it.
Shermann trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Shermann (0) vs (16) McCullen
McCullen sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
McCullen can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Shermann is looking to escape.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
McCullen controlling the position easily from mount.

McCullen wants to finish this one by submission but Shermann is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from McCullen.
McCullen manages to capitalize on a mistake by Shermann to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Shermann (0) vs (19) McCullen
I would not like to be Shermann right now.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.

McCullen is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
McCullen just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
I really don't envy Shermann right now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - McCullen's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
McCullen controlling well, preventing Shermann from escaping the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
McCullen wins on points by 19 to 0.
A victorious Sam McCullen thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 26, 2017

#R1#
McCullen avoids a punch combination nicely.
McCullen misses with a hook.
A nice inside leg kick there by McCullen. That's going to slow Punch down.
Punch throws a combination that misses
and McCullen counters with a left to the body.
Punch drops his hands momentarily and McCullen takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Punch looks winded!
Punch fails to land with a series of punches.
McCullen appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
McCullen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McCullen with a hook.#CUT#
It looks like Smash Punch has been cut.#KD#
McCullen sends Punch crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! McCullen is motioning to the referee to let Punch up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#
Punch is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Punch takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McCullen lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCullen lands with a good body shot.
McCullen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Punch is still on wobbly legs! Can McCullen finish him?
McCullen sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Punch's defenses. It connects perfectly with Punch's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sam McCullen!
A victorious Sam McCullen thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Bushido 59: Wright vs. Black
Date: Jun 30, 2017

#R1#
Kravac slips a straight right by McCullen.
Kravac slips a straight right by McCullen.
Kravac shoots for a double leg takedown but McCullen sprawls well. He's pushed Kravac's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
Kravac scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
McCullen is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Forest Hill Gym , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
You can see the frustration on McCullen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kravac misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
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.
McCullen regains half guard there - taking advantage of Kravac's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #SUB2#
Kravac wants to work for an arm triangle but McCullen is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kravac missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Kravac wants to work for an arm triangle but McCullen is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Kravac looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T1##SUB2#
Kravac is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
McCullen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kravac is trying to control. McCullen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
McCullen is doing well to control the position and prevent Kravac from advancing to side control.
McCullen is trying to stand up here but Kravac is controlling him well. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Kravac is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McCullen is just riding it out for now. Kravac eventually gives up the hold.
Kravac trying to pass the guard but McCullen defending well.
Kravac moves nicely into side control.
Kravac works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
McCullen is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kravac off and has taken his back!
McCullen biding his time, controlling Kravac.
McCullen throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage. #T3#
Kravac trying to control the hands but McCullen breaks the grip.
McCullen biding his time, controlling Kravac.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kravac rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
McCullen wants to stand up but Kravac has a hold of him and won't allow it.
McCullen keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Kravac wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kravac trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kravac manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kravac not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Kravac looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Kravac pushes a forearm under McCullen's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, McCullen is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Samuel Kravac!

Event: Bushido 48: The Kings of 205
Date: Apr 15, 2017

#R1#
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Soszynski is just out of range.
McCullen throws a right hand that misses
enabling Soszynski to counter with a crisp jab.
McCullen throws a head kick but Soszynski moves out of range.
Jab, jab by Soszynski - just one landing. #CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
A slow jab from McCullen misses its intended target.
McCullen connects with a high kick. #CUT#
It looks like Krystian Soszynski has been cut.
Soszynski lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Soszynski lands a nice hook to McCullen's body. McCullen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Soszynski moves away from the strike by McCullen.
Soszynski lunges at McCullen with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McCullen's hand.
Soszynski connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen motions for Soszynski to come forward. McCullen throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Soszynski paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Soszynski on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Soszynski thuds a left hand into McCullen's body.
McCullen fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McCullen walks into a stiff left hand from Soszynski.
Sam McCullen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from McCullen misses.
Soszynski looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1##CL2#
Soszynski clinches up against the ropes.
McCullen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McCullen can't find room to land a body shot as Soszynski controls the action.
McCullen lands a body shot in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Soszynski fails to land.
Soszynski prevents a body shot from McCullen.
Soszynski tries to throw a body punch but McCullen avoids it by throwing Soszynski back against the ropes.
McCullen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Soszynski scores with a hook to the body.
Soszynski lands on the inside with an uppercut.
McCullen blocking some punches.
McCullen throws a head punch that misses.
Good body shot from Soszynski.
A short left from McCullen.
McCullen misses with a punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Soszynski.
A shot in the inside from Soszynski.
Soszynski blocking some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from McCullen.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen misses with a body punch. #T2#
Soszynski lands on the inside with an uppercut.
McCullen tries to break free but Soszynski pushes him back against the ropes.
McCullen tries to throw a body punch but Soszynski avoids it by throwing McCullen back against the ropes.
McCullen lands a body shot.
McCullen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McCullen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McCullen can't find room to land a body shot as Soszynski controls the action.
McCullen makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McCullen misses with a body punch.
Soszynski working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McCullen misses with a hook from the clinch.
McCullen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Soszynski misses with a short punch on the inside.
McCullen lands a left hand.
Soszynski working some nice short punches in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Soszynski.
Soszynski blocks a body shot from McCullen.
McCullen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCullen takes a shot to the head.
Soszynski works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Soszynski lands a right hand. #T3#
McCullen misses with a body punch.
Soszynski lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McCullen backwards.
McCullen is breathing heavily.#BC#
McCullen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Soszynski keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL2#
Soszynski takes the fight into the clinch.
Soszynski lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Soszynski works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Soszynski digs a right hand into McCullen's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on McCullen's gas tank.
Soszynski lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Soszynski lands an uppercut.
McCullen working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Soszynski.
Soszynski pushes McCullen back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Soszynski lands a hook to the side of the head.
Soszynski lands a hook to the side of the head.
McCullen is trying to push Soszynski away but Soszynski has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Soszynski lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down McCullen.
Soszynski working some nice short punches in the clinch.#CUT2#
Sam McCullen's cut is getting worse.
Soszynski lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McCullen or not. #T4#
A short right from Soszynski on the inside.
Soszynski lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC2#
McCullen is rocked!
Soszynski unloads with a big right hand that wobbles McCullen! He's leaning against the ropes trying to keep his feet but Soszynski is unloading with more strikes now! McCullen drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Krystian Soszynski!
Krystian Soszynski is the new light heavyweight champion!
Krystian Soszynski seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: B41: Akharraz vs. McCullen 2
Date: Feb 18, 2017

#R1#
A chopping leg kick lands by McCullen.
Some wild striking there from Akharraz.
McCullen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
McCullen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Akharraz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Akharraz bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of McCullen's head.#CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
McCullen with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Akharraz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCullen.
Akharraz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Akharraz lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Akharraz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Akharraz scores with a jab. McCullen acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akharraz wants to clinch.
Akharraz throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McCullen counters with an inside leg kick. #T1#
McCullen cracks Akharraz with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
McCullen connects with a crisp jab.
McCullen misses with a looping right.
Akharraz throws a right and a left that McCullen avoids nicely.
Akharraz staying out of range there.
McCullen throws a jab when Akharraz was well out of range.
Akharraz misses with the combination.
McCullen misses with a hook.
McCullen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Akharraz.
McCullen throws a body punch but Akharraz moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Akharraz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McCullen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Akharraz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Some bone on bone action there as McCullen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
McCullen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Akharraz is looking for a counter combo.#T2#
Akharraz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Akharraz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCullen digs a good hook to Akharraz's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCullen looks to throw the jab but Akharraz is out of range.
Akharraz is looking to counter the offense by McCullen and move into the clinch.
McCullen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akharraz.
McCullen lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McCullen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Akharraz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McCullen jabs Akharraz to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Akharraz tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. McCullen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McCullen fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Akharraz.
McCullen connects with a solid leg kick.
McCullen looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T3#
McCullen feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Akharraz's calf.
McCullen misses with a hook to the body
and Akharraz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen connects with a solid leg kick.
Akharraz avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Akharraz went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Akharraz moves away from the strike by McCullen.
Akharraz scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT#
That has opened up Sam McCullen's cut even more.
Some wild striking there from Akharraz.
McCullen throws a good cross that connects.
McCullen takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
McCullen feints and then cracks Akharraz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Akharraz down. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Akharraz is just out of range.
Nice shot lands for Akharraz.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Akharraz does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen looks to land a right hand but Akharraz moved out of range.
McCullen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McCullen throws a shot from downtown. Akharraz moves away and avoids it.
As McCullen looks to move away, Akharraz throws a big counter combo but McCullen just gets out of the way.
McCullen tries to score with a low kick but Akharraz moves his leg out of the way.
McCullen feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Akharraz's calf.
Akharraz lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McCullen circles away quickly and effectively.
Akharraz scores with a punch to the head.#CUT#
The cut above Sam McCullen's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
McCullen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Akharraz misses with a hook to the body
and McCullen counters with a head kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Akharraz misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McCullen scores with a decent looking hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Akharraz tries to close the distance and clinch up but McCullen swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McCullen appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Akharraz really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
McCullen throws a series of punches but Akharraz moves out of range.
McCullen misses with a straight right.
Akharraz tries to counter with a takedown but McCullen is quick to defend against it.
Osama Akharraz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Akharraz looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McCullen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Akharraz blocks a low kick nicely.
Sam McCullen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Akharraz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCullen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Akharraz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McCullen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Akharraz. That did some damage!
A slow jab from McCullen misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McCullen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Akharraz has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McCullen finds it's way round the side to connect with Akharraz's head.
McCullen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCullen scores with a shot to the body.
Akharraz moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#T1#
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCullen misses the shot to the body.
McCullen throws a head kick but Akharraz moves out of range.
Akharraz fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McCullen is out of range.
A jab from Akharraz finds it's way through McCullen's defenses.
Akharraz slips a jab from McCullen.
McCullen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Akharraz at a distance.
Akharraz is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Akharraz throws a right and a left that McCullen avoids nicely.
Akharraz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
An inside leg kick from McCullen misses.
McCullen throws a front kick aimed at Akharraz's knee but Akharraz avoids it well.
Akharraz is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McCullen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Akharraz.#T2#
McCullen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McCullen dodges the punch combination from Akharraz.
McCullen throws a series of punches but Akharraz avoids them all with ease.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Some wild striking there from McCullen.
A combination from Akharraz does no damage.
McCullen connects with a good right hand that stumbles Akharraz. Akharraz circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#ROC2#
Akharraz is rocked!
Akharraz glances at the clock... BAM! McCullen nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Akharraz crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Akharraz is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen is the new light heavyweight champion!
Sam McCullen decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Bushido 37: Ban Gbus v Karasev
Date: Jan 20, 2017

#R1#
McCullen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McCullen throws a series of punches but Akharraz moves out of range.
McCullen throws a big shot that misses.
McCullen looks to land a left hand but Akharraz moved out of range nicely.
Akharraz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
Akharraz looks to land a combination but McCullen avoids it well.
McCullen misses the jab.
Akharraz bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Akharraz is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
McCullen misses with a left hand
and Akharraz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Akharraz wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akharraz moves out of range of the strikes.
Akharraz is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Akharraz throws a leg kick that is checked
and McCullen counters with a slapping leg kick.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akharraz manages to avoid it.#T1#
McCullen swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Akharraz counters with a right hand to the body.
Akharraz works McCullen's body with a nice hook.
McCullen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Akharraz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McCullen throws a big shot that misses.
Akharraz is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Akharraz lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akharraz was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
Akharraz avoids the body shot from McCullen.
Akharraz moves out of range of the strikes.
Akharraz feints the counter takedown.
McCullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCullen throws a nice inside leg kick.
McCullen misses with a leg kick
and Akharraz counters with a two punch combo.
Sam McCullen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCullen looks to land a left hand but Akharraz moved out of range nicely.#T2#
McCullen misses with a wild combination.
McCullen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McCullen tries to move into range but Akharraz moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT2#
Sam McCullen's cut is getting worse.
Akharraz misses with a jab, cross combination.
It looked like McCullen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCullen lands with a right hand.
McCullen seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Akharraz stalks McCullen and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into McCullen's face. McCullen staggers backwards, shaken.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akharraz manages to avoid it.
McCullen slips a straight right by Akharraz.
McCullen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akharraz was well out of range. Poor timing from McCullen.
Akharraz swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and McCullen counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Akharraz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jab by McCullen.
McCullen takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Akharraz jabs McCullen right on the nose. McCullen blinks but takes it well.#CUT2#
Sam McCullen's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
McCullen swings for the body but Akharraz moves out of range.
McCullen loads up on a big right hand but Akharraz slips the punch.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McCullen blocks an uppercut.
Akharraz prevents a body shot from McCullen.
McCullen has Akharraz pressed against the cage, preventing Akharraz from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Akharraz throws a punch but it's blocked by McCullen.
McCullen stalling in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from McCullen.
Akharraz is working McCullen over against the cage.
Akharraz wants to break the clinch but can't. #T4#
Akharraz prevents a body shot from McCullen.
McCullen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Akharraz blocking some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for McCullen.
A frustrated look appears on Akharraz's face as he tries to break the clinch.
McCullen lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Akharraz tries to break free but McCullen pushes him back against the cage.
McCullen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McCullen tries to throw a body punch but Akharraz avoids it by throwing McCullen back against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McCullen.
McCullen working aggressively here.
McCullen pushes Akharraz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Akharraz has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Akharraz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Akharraz scores with a hook to the body.
Akharraz wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
McCullen misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCullen.
Akharraz working hard to break the clinch.
Akharraz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Osama Akharraz will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sam McCullen's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Akharraz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCullen misses with a looping left.
A head kick misses from McCullen.
McCullen feints and then cracks Akharraz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Akharraz down.
Akharraz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Akharraz scores with a nice strike.
McCullen feints and then cracks Akharraz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Akharraz down.
McCullen keeps the fight on the outside.
No joy there for Akharraz, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like McCullen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akharraz blocks a jab.
Akharraz throws a right hand that McCullen ducks under and follows up with a left that McCullen also avoids with ease.
A solid leg kick lands there for McCullen.
McCullen tries a head kick but it misses. #T1#
A bone on bone clash there as Akharraz blocks the leg kick.
Akharraz thuds his right hand into McCullen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McCullen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
McCullen slips a jab and a cross from Akharraz.
McCullen is looking to counter the offense by Akharraz and move into the clinch.
A nice leg kick lands there from McCullen.
Osama Akharraz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Akharraz wants to clinch.
McCullen appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
McCullen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T2#
McCullen lands with a hook. Akharraz tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
McCullen throws the left hand but Akharraz avoids the punch easily.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akharraz manages to avoid it.
McCullen blocks the body kick.
McCullen fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Akharraz fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McCullen on the side of the head.#CUT2#
Jeez, Sam McCullen's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Akharraz moves out of range of the strikes.
Akharraz has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Nice uppercut lands for Akharraz. That snapped McCullen's head back.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Osama Akharraz!
Osama Akharraz is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: Bushido 29: For Glory
Date: Nov 24, 2016

#R1#
Orton doesn't succeed with the takedown
and McCullen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Orton avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#CL2#
McCullen tries to keep at a distance but Orton has taken the fight into the clinch.
A short right from McCullen.
Orton blocks a body shot from McCullen.
McCullen works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
McCullen can't find room to land a body shot as Orton controls the action.
Orton tries to pull guard but McCullen forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Orton is trying to push McCullen away but McCullen has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
McCullen lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Orton backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen scores with a shoulder strike.
Orton misses with a body punch.
McCullen lands a left hand.
McCullen lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Orton backwards.
McCullen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orton throws a head punch that misses.
McCullen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
Orton wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McCullen has him pressed against the cage.
McCullen slows down the pace here.
Orton's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McCullen misses with a body punch.
Orton takes a shot to the head.
Orton tries to pull guard but McCullen won't allow it.
Sam McCullen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rick Orton.
McCullen lands a nice shot to the body.
Orton looks winded!
Orton has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
McCullen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McCullen lands a shot to the body.
McCullen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McCullen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Orton.
McCullen scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McCullen avoiding damage.
McCullen lands a nice uppercut.
McCullen stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
McCullen lands with a left to the head. #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!
McCullen stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Orton takes a shot to the head.
McCullen pushes Orton back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McCullen.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McCullen.
McCullen makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McCullen lands a hook to the side of the head.
McCullen working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McCullen lands a left hand. #ROC#
Orton is rocked!
McCullen lands a hook to the side of the head.
Orton is still on wobbly legs! Can McCullen finish him?
McCullen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McCullen dips a shoulder and cracks Orton with a mighty uppercut! Orton falls back against the cage and McCullen unloads with a barrage of strikes! Orton is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - McCullen screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen retains his light heavyweight title!
A victorious Sam McCullen thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Bushido 23: Champion Path
Date: Oct 13, 2016

#R1#
Rottwel misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
McCullen has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
McCullen breaks from the clinch.
McCullen cracks Rottwel with a good jab.#CUT#
It looks like Igor Rottwel has been cut.
McCullen tests Rottwel's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McCullen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rottwel shoots in looking for a takedown but McCullen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rottwel's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Rottwel tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but McCullen swivels and escapes.
McCullen half committed to a counter leg kick.
Sam McCullen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Igor Rottwel.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD2#
Rottwel closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into McCullen's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCullen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Rottwel has gone for a leg lock! McCullen slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rottwel's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Rottwel looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! McCullen has picked Rottwel up and slammed him! Rottwel can't keep hold of the triangle and McCullen manages to pass to side control!#T1#
McCullen tries to stand but Rottwel is controlling his head.
Rottwel is trying to get back to half guard.
Rottwel is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on McCullen's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
It looks like McCullen is going to stand back up.
Rottwel trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Rottwel is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCullen pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Rottwel looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rottwel manages to get to full guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
McCullen avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Rottwel working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McCullen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McCullen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Rottwel looking for a guillotine here but McCullen defends easily. #SUB2#
Rottwel looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McCullen passes into half guard.
Rottwel is not content to let McCullen control the position.#T3#
Rottwel moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
McCullen avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Rottwel has an active guard here but McCullen has managed to pass into half guard.
Rottwel wants to control but McCullen is keeping busy.
Rottwel wants to improve his position but McCullen is controlling well. #T4##SUB2#
Rottwel is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCullen pulls his head out easily.
McCullen wants to stand up but Rottwel is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Rottwel looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Rottwel is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCullen pulls his head out easily.
McCullen tries to pass to full mount but Rottwel defends it.
Rottwel missing with punches from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCullen trying to control from half guard but Rottwel is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Igor Rottwel's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Rottwel fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McCullen avoids it really well and circles away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rottwel or perhaps it was just good defense by McCullen, which made it look bad.
McCullen appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
McCullen is looking to clinch.
McCullen lands a nice looking body shot.
Rottwel shoots in and drives through. McCullen sprawls well.
Sam McCullen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Igor Rottwel.
Rottwel takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rottwel looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
McCullen lands with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rottwel on the side of the head.
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from McCullen! Rottwel is out on his feet! McCullen rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Rottwel is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Rottwel is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Sam McCullen rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
In defeat, Igor Rottwel stepped up to the mic, saying 'Good fight of my opponent.'.

Event: B15: McCullen vs. Seung-Jin
Date: Aug 18, 2016

#R1#
Seung-Jin takes one to the chin there.
Seung-Jin moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Seung-Jin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Seung-Jin misses with a right hand
and McCullen counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McCullen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McCullen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Seung-Jin takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Seung-Jin looks to score with a jab to the body but McCullen is just out of range.
Seung-Jin lands a really nice looking cross but McCullen seems unphased.
McCullen missing with a left hand there. Seung-Jin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Seung-Jin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Seung-Jin misses with a hook.
Seung-Jin throws a hook to the side of McCullen's head but McCullen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Seung-Jin tries to clinch there but McCullen circles away.
McCullen staying out of range there.#T1#
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Seung-Jin uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCullen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Seung-Jin.
Seung-Jin cracks McCullen with an open hand slap.
Seung-Jin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from McCullen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Seung-Jin throws a sloppy body shot
and McCullen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Seung-Jin is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McCullen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCullen. Seung-Jin does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen throws an off balance right hand
and Seung-Jin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Seung-Jin takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
McCullen scores with a decent looking hook.#ROC#
Seung-Jin is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Bailey Seung-Jin has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Seung-Jin misses with a body shot.
Seung-Jin moves in looking to clinch but McCullen pushes him off.
Seung-Jin thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
McCullen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McCullen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A telegraphed right hand from Seung-Jin misses the target.
Seung-Jin connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McCullen with a nice cross.
Seung-Jin gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! McCullen gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Seung-Jin is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen retains his light heavyweight title!
Bailey Seung-Jin was interviewed post fight and said 'I got caught, simple as. I am going to take an extended break from fighting to focus on my training. I'm only 17 and I may have been rushing into this world. I hope my teammate Sam keeps hold of the belt until I get back.'.

Event: Bushido 11: Warlords
Date: Jul 21, 2016

#R1#
McCullen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT2#
It looks like Hwarang Kiatsongrit has been cut.
Kiatsongrit moves out of range as McCullen strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Kiatsongrit misses the target.
Kiatsongrit has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
McCullen scoring well with a low kick there.
McCullen cracks Kiatsongrit with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
McCullen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McCullen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McCullen shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT#
It looks like Sam McCullen has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCullen scores with a jab to the jaw.
McCullen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kiatsongrit.
Good work by Kiatsongrit as he checks the leg kick.
McCullen misses with a lunging right hand
and Kiatsongrit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kiatsongrit doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
McCullen punishes Kiatsongrit's body with a nice straight punch.
McCullen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT2#
Hwarang Kiatsongrit's cut is getting worse.
Kiatsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A big right from Kiatsongrit misses.
McCullen throws a jab but it's blocked by Kiatsongrit.
It looked like Kiatsongrit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCullen punishes Kiatsongrit's body with a nice straight punch.
McCullen looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kiatsongrit. McCullen does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McCullen tests Kiatsongrit's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kiatsongrit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McCullen.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Kiatsongrit misses the target.
McCullen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kiatsongrit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCullen.
McCullen lands a jab.
Kiatsongrit looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kiatsongrit ducks under a wild hook from McCullen.
McCullen throws a jab but it's blocked by Kiatsongrit.
Kiatsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCullen.
Sam McCullen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCullen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kiatsongrit.
Kiatsongrit loads up on a big right hand but McCullen slips the punch.
McCullen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kiatsongrit.
Kiatsongrit scores with a hook.
McCullen thows a leg kick but Kiatsongrit checks it
and Kiatsongrit counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
That has opened up Sam McCullen's cut even more.#T3#
McCullen misses with a jab to the body
and Kiatsongrit counters with a stiff right hand.
McCullen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCullen throws a leg kick
and Kiatsongrit counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kiatsongrit misses with a lunging right hand
and McCullen counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#
Hwarang Kiatsongrit's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Kiatsongrit walks into a straight right hand from McCullen.
McCullen walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Kiatsongrit drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! McCullen swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Kiatsongrit's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam McCullen!
Sam McCullen is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: B6: Vinicius vs. Fitzpatrick
Date: Jun 16, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Sanders shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. McCullen is trying to defend but Sanders finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Sanders is keen to just control but McCullen is a slippery customer.
Sanders trying to control from McCullen's half guard. McCullen has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
McCullen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sanders must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sanders trying to control the position from guard on top but McCullen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCullen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sanders looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen keeping moving, preventing Sanders from controlling successfully.
McCullen keeping full guard, as Sanders tries to pass. #T1#
Sanders keeps trying to improve his position.
McCullen 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.
McCullen is controlling Sanders's posture.
Sanders pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCullen is keeping the position for now.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Sanders being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sanders misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
McCullen is looking to counter punch.
McCullen scores with a nice right hand. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sanders looks for a takedown but McCullen sprawls well.#CL#
McCullen clinches with his opponent.
McCullen cracks Sanders with a nice body shot.
McCullen scores with a shoulder strike.
McCullen cracks Sanders with a nice body shot.
Sanders is trying to pull guard but McCullen has him pressed against the ropes.
Sam McCullen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kevin Sanders.
A right hook to the body lands for McCullen.
Sanders is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Sanders looks winded!
A bit of stalling here from McCullen.
Sanders's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McCullen lands with a right to the head.
Sanders's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McCullen lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
McCullen lands a body punch.
McCullen lands a body punch in the clinch.
McCullen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nice body punch from McCullen - that landed with a thud.
McCullen cracks Sanders with a nice body shot.
McCullen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short uppercut from McCullen. #ROC#
Sanders is rocked!
A nice left hand lands by McCullen.
Sanders is still on wobbly legs! Can McCullen finish him?
McCullen scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Still in the clinch, McCullen scores with a nice short uppercut.
McCullen lands a body punch. #KD#
McCullen drops Sanders onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Sanders is propped up by the ropes and works his way back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCullen lands a body shot.
McCullen lands a body punch.
McCullen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sanderss head.
McCullen is leaning against Sanders and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T4#
A short body shot lands from McCullen as the two fighters clinch. #KD#
McCullen drops Sanders onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Sanders is propped up by the ropes and works his way back to his feet!
McCullen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sanders.
McCullen avoiding damage.
A right hook to the body lands for McCullen.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
A short uppercut from McCullen.
McCullen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sanders backwards.
McCullen digs a right hand underneath Sanders's ribcage. Sanders let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A right hand to the body from McCullen.
Still in the clinch, McCullen scores with a nice short uppercut.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Sanders as McCullen tries to tie him up.
A right handed body shot lands from McCullen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam McCullen dominated that round.
That's time! McCullen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
McCullen gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Sanders seems to have recovered his senses.
McCullen lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sanders backwards.
McCullen lands a left hand.
McCullen is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #KD#
McCullen drops Sanders onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Sanders is propped up by the ropes and works his way back to his feet!
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
McCullen creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Sanders's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Sanders drops to his knees and McCullen pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam McCullen!

Event: Bushido 2: Road to Gold R1
Date: May 19, 2016

#R1#
McCullen throws out a loose jab but Schevchenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schevchenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McCullen.
McCullen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Schevchenko.
Schevchenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
A little jabbing left from Schevchenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Schevchenko looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Schevchenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCullen darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Schevchenko smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McCullen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schevchenko manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen takes a swing at Schevchenko's ribcage but misses.
A jab from McCullen misses.
Schevchenko throws a counter combo.
McCullen misses with a body punch
letting Schevchenko counter with a right hand. #T1#
McCullen misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Schevchenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sam McCullen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McCullen moves forwards but Schevchenko connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McCullen takes a swing at Schevchenko's ribcage but misses.
McCullen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT#
It looks like Zlatan Schevchenko has been cut.#KD#
Oooooh!!! McCullen has knocked Schevchenko down with a huge combo! McCullen steps away and waves a wobbly Schevchenko back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Schevchenko is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCullen lands an uppercut, right on the button! Schevchenko tumbles backwards into the ropes, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sam McCullen!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 30, 2016

#R1#
McCullen moves away from the strike by Koshi.
Koshi misses with the combination.
Koshi misses with a hook to the body
and McCullen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice body punch from Koshi.
Koshi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCullen.
A punch lands to the side of Koshi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Koshi wants to clinch up but McCullen keeps it at a distance.
McCullen misses with a two punch combination.
McCullen throws a body punch but Koshi moves out of range.
Koshi lands a head shot.
Koshi looks to score with a jab to the body but McCullen is just out of range.
Nice jab there from Koshi.
Koshi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCullen.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCullen staying out of range there.#T1#
McCullen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Koshi throws a series of punches but McCullen moves out of range.
McCullen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Koshi blocks a jab.
Koshi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Koshi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McCullen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Koshi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McCullen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Koshi looks winded!
Koshi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCullen.
Koshi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McCullen throws a shot from downtown. Koshi moves away and avoids it.
McCullen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Koshi manages to avoid it.
Koshi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCullen throws a body shot but no joy.
Koshi doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2##KD#
McCullen drops Koshi with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Koshi looks back up at him and smiles so McCullen waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#
Koshi is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Jislaya Koshi has been cut.
McCullen circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Koshi tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! McCullen wins by KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sam McCullen!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 17, 2016

#R1#
McCullen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Castillejo 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.
Castillejo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A punch lands to the side of Castillejo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Castillejo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McCullen tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Castillejo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McCullen fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McCullen tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Castillejo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McCullen darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Castillejo counters with a nice double leg into side control. McCullen won't be happy with that.
Castillejo cracks McCullen with a big elbow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCullen is looking for a sweep.
McCullen can't do much from the bottom here.
McCullen is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T1#
McCullen prevents Castillejo from improving position.
Castillejo moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Castillejo tries to advance to mount but McCullen denies him.
McCullen struggling a bit here.
McCullen is being controlled here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McCullen is trying to get back to half guard.
Check out the look on Castillejo's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Castillejo remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Let's hope that Castillejo 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.#T3##SUB2#
McCullen reaches up around Castillejo's neck trying to control. But Castillejo takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for McCullen! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! McCullen is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Castillejo celebrates the victory with the fans!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Javi Castillejo!
Javi Castillejo decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

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