Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: CEFC 324
Date: Jan 05, 2019

#R1#
A slow jab from Brannagan misses its intended target.
Brannagan keeps the fight on the outside.
Brannagan lands a jab to the head.
Duff steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Brannagan.
Brannagan swings for the body but Duff moves out of range.
Nice body kick there by Brannagan.#CL2#
Duff forces Brannagan back against the cage and clinches.
Duff with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A shot in the inside from Brannagan.
Duff is pressed up against the cage. Brannagan has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Duff down to the mat. Duff avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Duff tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brannagan swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Duff takes one to the side of the head.
Duff tries to clinch up but Brannagan circles away and keeps his distance.
Duff tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Duff uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Brannagan.#CL2#
Duff gets a clinch.
Duff tries a knee to the head but Brannagan blocks it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Duff. #T1#
Brannagan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Brannagan lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Duff backwards.
Duff is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Brannagan is defending well for now.
Duff gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Brannagan misses with a punch to the body.
Brannagan misses with a hook from the clinch.
Duff looking to throw knees to the head but Brannagan is blocking nicely.
Duff lands a hook to the side of the head.
The referee is keeping an eye on Brannagan - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Duff with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Duff swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brannagan struggles to land a body shot inside as Duff controls his hands.
Duff throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Brannagan blocks it with crossed arms.
Brannagan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Brannagan.
Brannagan 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.
Duff pushes off an throws an elbow but Brannagan leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Duff tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Brannagan avoiding damage as Duff throws knees to the body. #T2#
Brannagan lands a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Brannagan.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brannagan wants a takedown.
Duff blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Duff creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Brannagan's defenses.
Brannagan lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Duff throws a knee to the head but misses.
Brannagan throws a punch but it's blocked by Duff.
Duff throws a head punch that misses.
Brannagan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Duff tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Brannagan avoids it.
Brannagan managing to block the knees to the body from Duff.
Brannagan jumps guard but Duff stands there with Brannagan around his waist. Brannagan gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brutus Brannagan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Duff looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Duff misses with an elbow strike.
Brannagan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Duff blocks a body shot from Brannagan.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T3#
With the fighters up against the cage, Duff throws an elbow but misses.
Duff lands a knee to the body.
Brannagan lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Duff backwards.
Duff lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Brannagan.
Duff tries to land knees in the clinch but Brannagan avoids the damage to the body.
Brannagan digs a right hand underneath Duff's ribcage. Duff let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Duff misses with a short punch on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Brannagan as the two fighters clinch.
A short left from Duff.
A shot in the inside from Duff.
Brannagan has a couple of punches blocked by Duff.
A shot in the inside from Brannagan.
Brannagan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Duff tries to land knees in the clinch but Brannagan avoids the damage to the body.
Duff with a knee to the head.
Brannagan lands an uppercut.#T4#
Duff tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Duff misses with a punch on the inside.
Duff creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A short left from Duff.
Brannagan avoiding damage as Duff throws knees to the body.
Duff blocks a body shot from Brannagan.
Brannagan lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brannagan.
Duff using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Brannagan has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Brannagan tries to throw a body punch but Duff avoids it by throwing Brannagan back against the cage.
Brannagan gets through Duff's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#TD#
Brannagan gets control of Duff's arms and successfully pulls guard. Brannagan will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Brannagan controls Duff momentarily but Duff frees himself.
Brannagan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brannagan has control of Duff's left arm, preventing Duff from doing any damage.
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 Brutus Brannagan will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Brannagan jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Duff moves into range and clinches up with Brannagan.
Brannagan swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brannagan blocks an elbow strike.
Brannagan lands a hook to the side of the head.
Brannagan is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Duff gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Duff misses with a punch to the body.
Brannagan gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Duff just misses with a elbow thrown towards Brannagan's brow.
Brannagan is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Duff gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Duff misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Brannagan.
Brannagan cracks Duff with a nice body shot.
Duff misses with a knee to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duff trying to land knees to the body.
Brannagan blocks an uppercut.
Duff lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Brannagan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD#
Brannagan gets control of Duff's arms and successfully pulls guard. Brannagan will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Brannagan is pulling down on Duff's head to control his posture. #T1##SU2#
Duff stands up and waves to Brannagan to follow him.
Tony Duff is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Duff closes the distance looking to clinch
and Brannagan counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Brannagan lands a body shot.
Tony Duff is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice uppercut lands for Brannagan. That snapped Duff's head back.
Duff is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Duff is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Duff wants to clinch but Brannagan slips to the side
and Brannagan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Good standup being displayed there by Brannagan as he connects with a hook.#T2#
Brannagan swats away the attempt to clinch by Duff.
Brannagan stuns Duff with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Brannagan dips to his left and cracks Duff with an uppercut!
Duff wants to clinch up but Brannagan keeps it at a distance.
Brannagan throws a poor cross that misses
and Brannagan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Duff tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Brannagan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Duff tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brannagan swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Duff is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Duff is looking to clinch.
Brannagan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Duff has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Brannagan finds it's way round the side to connect with Duff's head.
Duff slips a jab from Brannagan.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Duff! But no joy.
Duff wants to clinch.#T3#
Duff's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Brannagan connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Duff scrambles back to his feet.
Duff fails in his attempt to clinch.
Brannagan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Duff tries to clinch there but Brannagan circles away.
Duff uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Brannagan.
Duff tries to clinch but Brannagan is having none of it.
Brannagan throwing a counter right hand but Duff manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Duff clinches with his opponent.
Brannagan working aggressively here.
Brannagan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Duff can do to turn this around?
Duff landing knees to the head.
Brannagan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Duff looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Still in the clinch, Duff scores with a nice short uppercut.#T4#
Duff is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Brannagan is defending well for now.
Duff blocking some punches.
Brannagan taking a breather.
Brannagan throws a punch but it's blocked by Duff.
Brannagan tries a body shot but Duff blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Duff.
Brannagan lands with a left to the head.
A hook to the body from Brannagan.
Duff misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Brannagan.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Duff misses with a punch to the body.
Duff misses with a hook from the clinch.
Brannagan lands with a light punch inside.
Brannagan misses with a short punch on the inside.
Duff throws a knee to the head but misses.
Duff throws a head punch that misses.
Still in the clinch, Brannagan scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tony Duff seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Duff with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Brannagan dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Duff fails in his attempt to clinch.
Brannagan throws a body shot but no joy.
Brannagan takes a swing at Duff's ribcage but misses.
Brannagan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Both fighters circling a little - Brannagan finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Brannagan scores with a head kick. Duff tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Brannagan looks to land a right hand but Duff moved out of range.
As Brannagan backs off Duff throws a huge counter combo but Brannagan manages to avoid it all.
Brannagan throws a shot from downtown. Duff moves away and avoids it.
Brannagan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Duff wants to clinch
and Brannagan counters with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duff tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Brannagan counters with an outside leg kick.
Duff blocks the body kick. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Knees in the clinch landing for Brannagan. #T1#
A short left from Brannagan.
Brannagan lands a body punch in the clinch.
Brannagan scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Brannagan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Duff tries to land knees in the clinch but Brannagan avoids the damage to the body.
Duff tries a knee to the head but Brannagan blocks it.
Duff takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Brannagan has Duff pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Duff manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Brannagan tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Duff avoids it.
Duff lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Brannagan lands a hook to the side of the head.
Brannagan lands a left hand that snaps the head of Duff backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Duff.
With the fighters up against the cage, Brannagan throws an elbow but misses.
Duff throws a head punch that misses.
Duff is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Brannagan is defending well for now.#TD#
Brannagan jumps into guard, dragging Duff to the mat.
Brannagan trying to keep a closed guard but Duff is proving a slippery customer. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brannagan wants to control but Duff passes easily into half guard.
Brannagan trying to hold on to Duff's head to control him but Duff postures up.
Brannagan tries to get to full guard but Duff has control of the leg.
Brannagan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Duff is working away from the top position though.
Brannagan gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Brannagan managing to control the position.
Tony Duff has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Brannagan wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Brannagan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Duff sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Brannagan misses with a hook.
The fight stays on the outside here - Duff looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Duff tries to clinch but Brannagan moves away
letting Brannagan counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Duff rushes Brannagan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Brannagan lands a right hand.
Duff scores a nice knee to the body.
Duff pushes Brannagan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Duff misses with a knee strike.
Knees in the clinch landing for Duff.
Brannagan misses with a hook from the clinch.
Duff throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Brannagan blocks it with crossed arms.
Brannagan tries to pull guard but Duff won't allow it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brutus Brannagan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Brannagan, 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: CEFC 321
Date: Dec 01, 2018

#R1#
Brannagan walks into a stiff left hand from Mayoniko.
Brannagan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mayoniko takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Mayoniko 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.
Mayoniko buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Brutus Brannagan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick from Brannagan misses.
Brannagan misses with a hook
and Mayoniko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Brannagan on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Mayoniko misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mayoniko misses with a hook.
Brannagan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mayoniko was well out of range. Poor timing from Brannagan.#TD2#
Mayoniko closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Brannagan's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brannagan keeping full guard, as Mayoniko tries to pass.
Mayoniko preventing the sweep.
Brannagan keeping moving, preventing Mayoniko from controlling successfully.
Mayoniko stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Brannagan swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Mayoniko is pushing down on Brannagan's leg trying to pass to half guard. Brannagan is fighting to maintain full guard but Mayoniko has managed to sneak the leg through.
Brannagan's coaches at The Beast have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Mayoniko is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Mayoniko wants to take Brannagan's back here but Brannagan is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape. #SUB2#
Mayoniko looking for a guillotine from mount but Brannagan is having none of it.
Brannagan wants to hold on but Mayoniko pushes him away.
Mayoniko controlling his opponent. #SUB2#
Mayoniko working for a guillotine from mount but Brannagan is in no mood to give up. #T2#
Brannagan can't escape the position.
Brannagan wants to control but Mayoniko is having none of it.
Brannagan slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Brannagan keeping control of the position.
Mayoniko content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Mayoniko wants to pass to mount but Brannagan is defending the position. #T3#
Brannagan wants to get back to full guard.
Mayoniko looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Brannagan preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Mayoniko works his way into full mount!
Mayoniko looking to control but Brannagan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Brannagan is looking to get to half guard.
Brannagan wants to control but Mayoniko is having none of it.
Mayoniko moves to take his opponent's back.
Brannagan is trying to break free.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Mayoniko has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Brannagan tries to roll but Mayoniko sticks to his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yoki Mayoniko dominated that round.
That's time! Brannagan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Mayoniko blocks a leg kick.
Mayoniko connects with a good right hand that stumbles Brannagan. Brannagan circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mayoniko smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Brannagan moves out of range of the body kick from Mayoniko.
Brannagan loads up on a big right hand but Mayoniko slips the punch.
Mayoniko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
Brannagan feints and as Mayoniko raises his hands in defense, Brannagan changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Brannagan with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Mayoniko looking to control. #SUB2#
Mayoniko has his foot on Brannagan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brannagan works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan trying to control the position from guard on top but Mayoniko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brannagan controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Mayoniko looking to control. #T1#
Brannagan preventing the sweep.
Mayoniko keeping full guard, as Brannagan tries to pass.
Brannagan throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Mayoniko trying to control the position.
Mayoniko has his hands on Brannagan's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Brannagan misses with a looping right.
Mayoniko has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brannagan throws a lazy body kick
and Mayoniko counters with a leg kick.
Mayoniko misses with a wild body shot.
Mayoniko scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Yoki Mayoniko seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mayoniko lands a nice hook to Brannagan's body. Brannagan takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T2#
Brannagan moves out of range of the strikes.
Brannagan is looking to slow Mayoniko down with leg kicks.
Mayoniko scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
A thudding body kick lands there by Brannagan!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brannagan throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Brannagan throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A swing and a miss from Mayoniko.
Brannagan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mayoniko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mayoniko lands with a nice body punch.
A thudding body kick lands there by Mayoniko!
Brannagan misses with a hook.
Mayoniko steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Brannagan. That one must have hurt.#TD#
Brannagan closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Brannagan lands in his opponent's guard.
Mayoniko avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Brannagan's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Mayoniko is looking for a triangle but Brannagan pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Mayoniko is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mayoniko can't keep his opponent in guard - Brannagan advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Brannagan is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Mayoniko is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mayoniko keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Brannagan is trying to control the action in half guard but Mayoniko is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Brannagan stalling away here and it's allowed Mayoniko to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Brannagan won't allow Mayoniko to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Brannagan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Brannagan stays in close to Mayoniko's body and controls the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Yoki Mayoniko will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Mayoniko lands with a nice body punch.
Nice cross by Brannagan.#TD#
Brannagan shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Mayoniko napping and manages to drive through into side control!
You can see the frustration on Mayoniko's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Brannagan just content to control the position.
Brannagan moves into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayoniko 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.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Brannagan is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Mayoniko is trying to keep Brannagan in close. #T1#
Brannagan makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Mayoniko escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brannagan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Brannagan trying to control the position from guard on top but Mayoniko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Mayoniko is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Brannagan defends well.
Mayoniko keeping moving, preventing Brannagan from controlling successfully.
Yoki Mayoniko has got the better of the ground game so far.
Mayoniko is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Mayoniko looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Brannagan throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Mayoniko working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brannagan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brannagan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mayoniko trying to control the position here. #SUB2#
Mayoniko is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Yoki Mayoniko is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3##SUB2#
Mayoniko working for submissions but it's allowed Brannagan to get to half guard.
Still in half guard, Brannagan seems content to control.
Mayoniko tries to get to full guard but Brannagan has control of the leg.
Mayoniko is staying active underneath Brannagan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Mayoniko manages to get to full guard.
Brannagan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Mayoniko's head.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Brannagan trying to control but Mayoniko is working from the bottom.
Mayoniko wants to sweep but no luck.
Mayoniko keeping moving, preventing Brannagan from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Brannagan scores with a kick to the body.
A head kick misses from Mayoniko.
Brannagan throws a wild body kick that Mayoniko sees coming a mile off.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A punch lands to the side of Mayoniko 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Brannagan misses with a hook to the body
letting Mayoniko counter with a right hand.
Brutus Brannagan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Brannagan throws a nice looking combination but Mayoniko bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brutus Brannagan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mayoniko has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: CEFC 314
Date: Oct 27, 2018

#R1##CL#
Reid has closed the distance and engaged Brannagan in a clinch.
Brannagan digs a right hand into Reid's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Reid's gas tank.
Nice body punch from Brannagan.
Brannagan throws a head punch that misses.
Reid is pushing Brannagan up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Reid's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Reid lands with a right to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Reid escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Reid moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hamish Reid seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Reid misses its intended target.
The fight stays on the outside here - Reid looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hamish Reid is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Reid enables Brannagan to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Reid manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Reid wants to stand and escape but Brannagan is having none of it.
Brannagan sitting in guard, not really doing much. #ES#
Reid has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Brannagan is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Reid tries to throw a body punch but Brannagan avoids it by throwing Reid back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Reid.
Reid lands with a light punch inside.
Reid stalling in the clinch.
Brannagan misses with some punches.
Reid stalling.
Brannagan lands a body punch.
Reid tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brannagan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Reid lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Reid lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Reid misses with a punch to the body.
Reid prevents a takedown attempt there.
Brannagan is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #BC#
Reid breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Brannagan swings widly with a right hand
and Reid counters with a head kick.
Reid darts in trying to clinch
and Brannagan counters with a straight right hand.
Reid misses with a looping right.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Brannagan! But no joy.#T3##TD2#
Brannagan shoots in and gets a takedown into Reid's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brannagan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Reid is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Brannagan is controlling him.
Brannagan looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Reid keeping moving, preventing Brannagan from controlling successfully.
Brannagan is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Brannagan looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #ES#
Reid manages to escape and get back to his feet. #T4##CL#
Reid darts in and clinches Brannagan up against the cage.
Reid lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Reid fails to land.
Brannagan drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Reid gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Reid fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Reid lands a nice uppercut.
Brannagan scores with a shot to the side of Reid's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Reid's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Reid has Brannagan pressed against the cage.
Brannagan lands a shoulder strike.
Reid stalling.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hamish Reid dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Reid looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Reid.
Reid throws a right and a left that Brannagan avoids nicely.
Reid moves away from the strike by Brannagan.
Reid lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Brannagan throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Reid turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Brannagan circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD2#
Brannagan manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Reid on his heels. He'll look to pass Reid's guard now, I'm sure.#ES#
Reid has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Brannagan has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Reid lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Reid fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brannagan misses with some punches.
Reid leaning against his opponent.
Reid stalling against the cage.
Reid throws a punch but it's blocked by Brannagan.
Reid throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Reid is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brannagan can do to turn this around?#T1##BC#
Reid escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD2#
Brannagan shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Reid is trying to stand.
Brannagan blocks the strikes from Reid.
Reid wants to get back to his feet.
Brannagan stalling.
Nice strikes from Brannagan there.
Brannagan wants to pass to mount but Reid is defending the position.
Reid pushes Brannagan off looking to stand but Brannagan dives back in and keeps control. #T2#
Brannagan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Reid keeps working.
Reid is trying to stand back up but Brannagan is controlling him
Reid trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#ES#
Reid manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Brannagan takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Reid is looking to clinch.
Reid tries to clinch there but Brannagan circles away.
Reid wants to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Brannagan! But no joy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Reid throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses.
Brannagan motions for Reid to come forward. Brannagan throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Reid bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Reid misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hamish Reid is winning the standup battle so far.
Reid moves out of range as Brannagan throws a body kick.
Reid is looking to clinch but Brannagan is avoiding it.
Brannagan misses with an uppercut. Reid saw that one coming.
Brannagan lands a head shot.
Brannagan takes one to the side of the head.
Reid moves in looking to clinch but Brannagan pushes him off.
Brannagan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Reid misses with a hook. Brannagan ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Brannagan misses.
Reid with a nice cross.
Reid throws a body punch but Brannagan moves out of range.
Reid throws a sloppy head kick and Brannagan moves out of range easily.
Reid tries to clinch but Brannagan is having none of it.
Brannagan misses with an attempted mid kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Reid looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Reid swings for the body but Brannagan moves out of range.
Reid throws a hook but Brannagan avoids it easily.
Brannagan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Brannagan throws a nice looking combination but Reid bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Reid throws a jab when Brannagan was well out of range.
Brannagan swats away the attempt to clinch by Reid.
Brannagan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reid was well out of range. Poor timing from Brannagan.
Reid throwing a counter right hand but Brannagan manages to avoid it.
Reid tries to clinch but Brannagan is having none of it.
Brannagan throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Brannagan moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Brannagan checks a low kick from Reid.
Brannagan throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Reid's head.
Brannagan throws an overhand right that lands on Reid's shoulder, as Reid tries to avoid the shot.
Brannagan avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #TD2#
Reid gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Brannagan to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Reid is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Brannagan is controlling him.
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 Hamish Reid will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Brannagan uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Reid misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Brannagan counters with an outside leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Reid checks a leg kick.
Reid connects with a single shot there.
Brannagan throws a front kick that sends Reid stumbling back into the cage.
Reid darts in trying to clinch
and Brannagan counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Brannagan tries a head kick but it misses.
Reid dips to his left and cracks Brannagan with an uppercut!
Brannagan keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan moves out of range of the strikes.
Reid tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brannagan swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Despite the aggression on Brannagan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Brannagan moves away from the strike by Reid.
A slow jab from Brannagan misses its intended target.
Brannagan throws a looping overhand right but Reid ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Reid throws a hook but Brannagan avoids it easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Brannagan.
Brannagan moves into range and connects with a jab.
Brannagan throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Reid counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Reid rushes Brannagan and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Reid pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Reid missing with a left hand there. Brannagan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brannagan tries to work over Reid's front leg with a kick but Reid checks it.
An attempted straight right counter from Reid misses the target.
Brannagan throws the left hand but Reid avoids the punch easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Reid looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Reid waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brannagan.
Good shot there by Brannagan.
Brannagan gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Reid.#T2#
Brannagan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reid was well out of range. Poor timing from Brannagan.
Brannagan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Reid.
Nice defenses there by Brannagan.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brannagan keeps the fight on the outside.
Reid looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Brannagan keeps the fight on the outside.#TD2#
Brannagan shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Brannagan is controlling the pace.
Brannagan stops Reid from getting back to his feet.
Brannagan is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Reid is trying to stand back up but Brannagan is controlling him #T3#
Brannagan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Reid keeps working.
Brutus Brannagan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Brannagan is controlling the pace.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Brannagan connects with a nice short shot to Reid's temple.
Reid tries to kick Brannagan off but Brannagan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Brannagan prevents Reid from improving his position.
Brannagan prevents Reid from standing back up.
Reid is refusing to be controlled, as Brannagan sits in half guard.
Brannagan lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Brannagan is nestled in close to Reid, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Brannagan not doing much here.
Brannagan frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Reid is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Hamish Reid is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Brannagan controlling the pace for now.
Brannagan won't let Reid get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Reid in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Brutus Brannagan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Reid is squirming around, avoiding Brannagan's attempts to control the action.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brutus Brannagan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Reid 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 John Roberts scores the fight 29:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hamish Reid!

Event: CEC 620
Date: Oct 10, 2018

#R1#
Saming on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Brannagan. Brannagan obviously looking to wear him down.
Brannagan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Saming.
Brannagan tries to score with a low kick but Saming moves his leg out of the way.
Brannagan misses with a leg kick.
Brannagan on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Saming throws a body shot but no joy.
Brannagan 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.
Brannagan takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Brannagan throws a big shot that misses.
Nice straight punches there by Saming. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Saming.
Jab from Saming.
Brannagan is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Brannagan scores with a body shot.
Brannagan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Saming throws out the jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Crunch! Brannagan slams his shin into Saming's torso.
Brannagan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice defenses there by Brannagan.
Brannagan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Saming lands a nice shot that snaps Brannagan's head back. #T1#
Saming takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Brannagan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Brannagan misses the shot to the body.
Saming throws a chopping leg kick but Brannagan manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Saming steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Brannagan.#TD#
Brannagan drives through with a takedown into guard.
Saming seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Let's hope that Saming 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.
Brannagan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Brannagan throws a big right hand that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Saming working a defensive guard here.
Brannagan lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Brannagan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Brannagan throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Brannagan 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.
Brannagan lands a couple of elbows.
Saming not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Brannagan sitting in guard here, content to control.
Saming told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Brannagan tries to free his leg and advance position but Saming is retaining full guard.
Brannagan throws a big right hand that misses.
Brannagan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Saming throws out a loose jab but Brannagan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brannagan misses with a body shot.
Saming misses with a hook. Brannagan ducked under it nicely.
Brannagan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sud Saming is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Saming displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Brannagan throws out the jab.
Brannagan shoots in and drives through. Saming sprawls well.
Nice uppercut lands for Brannagan. That snapped Saming's head back.
Brannagan throws a series of punches but Saming moves out of range.
Saming misses with a body shot.
Saming uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Brannagan.
Brannagan throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Brannagan stuns Saming with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Saming looks to score with a jab to the body but Brannagan is just out of range.
Saming uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Brannagan.
Saming's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Brannagan connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Saming scrambles back to his feet.
Brannagan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Saming on the side of the head. #T4#
Brannagan lands an overhand right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saming moves forwards but Brannagan connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Saming pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Brannagan lands a lovely overhand right.
The fighters circle momentarily. Saming darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Saming slips under a jab.
Brannagan walks into a jab.
Saming scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Brannagan doesn't seem bothered though.
Brannagan looks to score with a jab to the body but Saming is just out of range.
Saming steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Brannagan.
Saming is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Brannagan had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
A good leg kick by Saming.
Brannagan scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Saming connects with a body shot.
Brannagan looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Brannagan moves out of range of the strikes.
Saming throws a hook but Brannagan avoids it easily.
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 Brutus Brannagan will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Brannagan throws an overhand right that lands on Saming's shoulder, as Saming tries to avoid the shot.
Brannagan takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Saming looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Saming lands a nice looking body shot.
Brannagan shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Saming defends it nicely.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Saming looks to land a right hand but Brannagan moved out of range.
Saming scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Brannagan doesn't seem bothered though.
Saming uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Brannagan.
Saming tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan throws a body kick that misses.
Brannagan throws a head kick but Saming moves out of range.
Brannagan throws a right hand that Saming ducks under and follows up with a left that Saming also avoids with ease.
Brannagan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Saming misses the shot to the body. #T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Brannagan.
No joy there for Saming, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Brannagan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Saming 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.
Brannagan jabs Saming to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Saming throws the left hand but Brannagan avoids the punch easily.
Brannagan ducks under a wild hook from Saming.
Brannagan misses with a wild combination.
Saming tries to move into range but Brannagan moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Brannagan on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Saming scores with a jab to the head.
Saming throws a looping overhand right but Brannagan ducks down to avoid it.
Brannagan is looking to counter punch.
Saming steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Brannagan. That one must have hurt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brannagan throws a poor cross that misses
and Saming cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Brannagan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Brannagan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Saming.
A big left from Saming misses.
Saming closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Brannagan gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#ROC2#
Brannagan is rocked!
Brannagan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Saming scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Brannagan doesn't seem bothered though.
Brannagan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Saming.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses.
Saming moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Brannagan moves away from the strike by Saming.
Saming misses the jab.
Brannagan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Saming on the side of the head.
Brannagan with a lazy takedown attempt
and Brannagan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Saming misses with an attempted mid kick.
Brannagan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Saming uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Brannagan.#T3#
Brannagan misses with a looping left.
Brannagan avoids the head kick by Saming.
Saming connects with the punch.
Brannagan is looking to land body kicks.
Saming takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Saming takes one on the button.
Saming jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Saming slips a jab from Brannagan.
Saming connects with a right hand. Brannagan shakes it off.
Brannagan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Brannagan takes a swing at Saming's ribcage but misses.
Saming stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Saming wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brutus Brannagan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Saming loads up on a big right hand but Brannagan slips the punch.
Saming misses the shot to the body.
Brannagan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Brannagan fails with a takedown attempt.
Saming looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Brannagan connects with a solid leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saming lunges at Brannagan with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Brannagan's hand.
Brannagan misses with a wild body shot.
Brannagan getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Saming misses with an uppercut. Brannagan saw that one coming.
Brannagan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Brannagan tries to land a front kick but Saming steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Saming throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Brannagan on the side of the head.
Brannagan throws a sloppy head kick and Saming moves out of range easily.
Saming takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Brannagan gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Saming.
Oh Brannagan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Saming measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Brannagan! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!

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

Event: CEC 615
Date: Sep 19, 2018

#R1#
The Dane is looking to slow Brannagan down with leg kicks.
The Dane misses with a wild combination.
The Dane takes one on the button.
The Dane misses with a straight left.
Brannagan keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Brannagan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Brannagan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by The Dane.
Brannagan throws a jab when The Dane was well out of range.
The Dane works the jab nicely.
The Dane moves out of range of the strikes.
Brannagan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but The Dane was well out of range. Poor timing from Brannagan.
Brannagan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Brannagan shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. The Dane defends it nicely.
Brannagan takes a swing at The Dane's ribcage but misses.
Good standup being displayed there by The Dane as he connects with a hook.
The Dane looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A little feinted left hand from Brannagan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
That kick from The Dane tenderised Brannagan's leg. Brannagan is trying to keep his angry face on.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Dane throws a low kick but it's checked well by Brannagan.
Brannagan is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Brannagan throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The Dane swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The Dane connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The Dane is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Brannagan.
The Dane pushes Brannagan away with a front kick.
The Dane throws a big shot that misses.
The Dane throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Brannagan appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A big right from Brannagan misses.
Brannagan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The Dane blocks a jab.
The Dane throws a hook to the side of Brannagan's head but Brannagan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Brannagan just misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters circling - The Dane throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Brannagan misses with a series of wild punches.
Brannagan slips under a jab.
Brannagan misses the shot to the body.
Brannagan throws a leg kick but The Dane checks it. #TD#
Brannagan shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Brannagan showed some decent athleticism there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The Dane is controlling Brannagan's trapped leg to prevent Brannagan from advancing to side control.#T2#
The Dane is not content to let Brannagan control the position.
Brannagan content to control rather than advance.
The Dane is looking for a sweep. Brannagan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Brannagan scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Brannagan thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed The Dane's head.
Brannagan is controlling the pace. #T3#
Brannagan lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
Brannagan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brannagan thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The Dane is doing well to control the position and prevent Brannagan from advancing to side control.
The Dane trying to control from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The Dane keeping hold of Brannagan's head, controlling as best he can.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Brannagan trying to pass the guard but The Dane defending well.
Brannagan is working hard here to advance position.
Brannagan is controlling the pace.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
The Dane keeping hold of Brannagan's head, controlling as best he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The Dane misses the shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Brutus Brannagan will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
The Dane uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Brannagan.
The Dane steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
The Dane swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Brannagan throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by The Dane.#TD#
Brannagan closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming The Dane to the mat! The Dane manages to get full guard.
The Dane is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Brannagan dives into side control. #REVB#
You can see the frustration on The Dane's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The Dane is looking for a sweep.
Brannagan trying to control the position but The Dane is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan just content to control the position.
Brannagan taking a break here but The Dane is having none of it and regains half guard. #T1#
The Dane tries to get to full guard but Brannagan has control of the leg.
Well, if Brannagan is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The Dane trying to control from the bottom.
Brannagan not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Brannagan connects with a nice short shot to The Dane's temple.
Brannagan trying to control the action but The Dane is working from the bottom.
Brannagan keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've been hearing good reports from Brannagan'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.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Brannagan wants to control but The Dane is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Brannagan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but The Dane sees it coming and defends easily.
The Dane tries to roll over but Brannagan keeps him under control.
Brannagan throws a strike but The Dane avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Brannagan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The Dane keeping moving, preventing Brannagan from controlling successfully.
The Dane wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
The Dane tries to sprawl but Brannagan drives through with a takedown into half guard.#T3#
The Dane wants to control but Brannagan is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Brannagan trying to pass the guard but The Dane defending well.
The Dane is trying to maintain the position but Brannagan is very close to passing his half guard.
Brannagan looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The Dane is controlling Brannagan's trapped leg to prevent Brannagan from advancing to side control.
Brannagan is just content to waste time from the top position. The Dane takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Brannagan looking to pass the guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The Dane pulls Brannagan in to control the position.
Brannagan with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Brannagan trying to control the position from guard on top but The Dane is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brannagan tries to free his leg and advance position but The Dane is retaining full guard.
Brannagan won't allow The Dane to get back to his feet.
Brutus Brannagan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The Dane managing to control the position. #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!
The Dane defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Brannagan.
The Dane fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Brannagan will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Holger The Dane seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed right hand from The Dane misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Brannagan dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
The Dane misses with a wild body shot.
The Dane moves out of range as Brannagan strikes.
Brannagan throws a looping overhand right but The Dane ducks down to avoid it.
The Dane checks a leg kick.
Brannagan throws an overhand right that lands on The Dane's shoulder, as The Dane tries to avoid the shot.
Brannagan checks a low kick from The Dane.
Brannagan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by The Dane.
The Dane leaves Brannagan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
The Dane tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Brannagan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The Dane moves away.
Both fighters circling a little - The Dane finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Brannagan tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but The Dane swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan dives in and grabs The Dane's left leg, looking for a takedown. The Dane pushes down on Brannagan's head and hops out.
The Dane is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Brannagan with a body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brutus Brannagan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Brannagan feints and as The Dane raises his hands in defense, Brannagan changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Brannagan content to stall in guard here.
Brannagan preventing the sweep. #T1#
The Dane working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Brannagan.
The Dane wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The Dane keeping full guard, as Brannagan tries to pass.
Brannagan sitting in guard here, content to control.
The Dane avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Brannagan scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Brannagan trying to control but The Dane is working from the bottom.
Brannagan 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. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Brannagan moves out of range of the body kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Brannagan. #TD#
Brannagan closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. The Dane did well to prevent Brannagan getting side control.
Brannagan trying to control from half guard but The Dane is working away.
The Dane wants to get back to full guard.
Brannagan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but The Dane does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The Dane trying to control here.
Brannagan wants to lay and pray for a moment but The Dane keeps working.
The Dane controlling the position well.
Brannagan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that The Dane can do to turn this around?#T3#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Brannagan lands a nice short elbow.
The Dane is looking to improve his position.
The Dane is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The Dane trying to control from the bottom.
The Dane 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.
The Dane is looking for a sweep. Brannagan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
The Dane is defending against the submission attempts here by Brannagan.
The Dane tries to roll over but Brannagan keeps him under control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Holger The Dane has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Both fighters circling a little - The Dane finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Brannagan moves out of range of the leg kick from The Dane.
Brannagan thinks about countering with a body kick.
The Dane throws a quick inside leg kick.
The Dane misses with a double jab.
The Dane throws a shot from downtown. Brannagan moves away and avoids it.
The Dane stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and The Dane wants it to stay on the feet.
Brannagan misses with a two punch combination.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The Dane bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The Dane scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Brannagan slips a jab from The Dane.
Brannagan scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!

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 Brutus Brannagan.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Brannagan, 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brutus Brannagan!
After winning the bout, Brutus Brannagan thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CEC 610
Date: Aug 24, 2018

#R1#
Brannagan scores with a hook.
Brannagan with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Brannagan tries a head kick but it misses.
Brutus Brannagan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brannagan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nada moves away from the strike by Brannagan.
Nada 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.
Brannagan swinging wildly here.
Nada throws a hook to the side of Brannagan's head but Brannagan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD2#
Nada gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Brannagan to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Brannagan preventing the sweep.
Brannagan with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Nada working for a triangle but Brannagan defends it easily.
Brannagan trying to control but Nada is working from the bottom. #T1#
Brannagan is fighting to break Nada's control of his arms but Nada is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Brannagan trying to control but Nada is working from the bottom.
Brannagan showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Brannagan tries to free his leg and advance position but Nada is retaining full guard.
Brannagan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Brannagan stands up over Nada, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Nada wants to improve his position but instead Brannagan has moved into half guard.
Brannagan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nada tries to get to full guard but Brannagan has control of the leg. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Brannagan tries to pass to full mount but Nada defends it.
Nada is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brannagan is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Nada makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nada.
Nada manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Brannagan manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Brannagan keeping moving, preventing Nada from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Brannagan is on top in guard. #REVB##T3#
Brannagan won't allow Nada to sweep him here.
Nada is working hard here to advance position.
Nada trying to keep a closed guard but Brannagan is proving a slippery customer.
Brannagan distracts Nada with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Brannagan sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Brannagan lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Nada is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Nada looking for a sweep. Not yet Nada, not yet. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Brannagan throws an elbow that misses. Nada uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Brannagan's guard. Nice move by Nada!#REVR#
Brannagan is pulling down on Nada's head. It's preventing any offense from Nada, at least for the moment.
Brannagan trying to control the position.
Nada postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nada won't allow Brannagan to sweep him here.
Nada wants to control from the top but Brannagan keeps moving.
Nada looking to pass the guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nada controls from within his opponent's guard.
Brannagan is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Brannagan dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Nada connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nada misses the shot to the body.
Nada avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Brannagan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nada looks to land a left hand but Brannagan moved out of range nicely.
Nada takes one to the chin there.
A lazy left from Nada finds it's target.
Nada misses with a wild body shot.
Nada throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Brannagan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Brannagan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nada.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan scores with a body shot.
Nada lands a really nice looking cross but Brannagan seems unphased.
Brannagan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nada moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Nada throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Brannagan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Nada is in Brannagan's guard.#T1#
Nada stopping the sweep attempt from Brannagan.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nada is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Brannagan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nada.
Nada won't allow Brannagan to sweep him here.
Nada is fighting to break Brannagan's control of his arms but Brannagan is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Brannagan's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Nada throws a big elbow that misses.
Brannagan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Nada throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Brannagan works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nada lands a couple of digs.
Nada trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nada throwing strikes from guard but Brannagan blocks nicely.
Nada with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nada throwing strikes from guard but Brannagan blocks nicely.
Brannagan is pulling down on Nada's head to control his posture.
Nada won't allow Brannagan to sweep him here.
Nada trying to control the position from guard on top but Brannagan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brannagan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nada throws a big elbow that misses.
Brannagan 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##T3#
Nada tries to roll over but Brannagan keeps him under control.
Nada throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Nada keeping hold of Brannagan's head, controlling as best he can.
Nada is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Brannagan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Brannagan's back!
Frank Nada overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Brannagan is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Brannagan covering up well under a series of strikes from Nada.
Nada trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Brannagan tries to roll but Nada sticks to his back. #T4#
Nada scores with strikes from the back.
Nada throwing sloppy strikes.
Brannagan tries to roll but Nada sticks to his back.
Brannagan wants to control his opponent's hands but Nada gets his hands free.
Nada cracks Brannagan with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Brannagan from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
Brannagan avoids the strikes from Nada.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Nada.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brannagan manages to reverse the position and now he's in Nada's guard. Nice work there by Brannagan.
Nada is trying to control the position but Brannagan postures up.
Nada wants to sweep here but Brannagan controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Nada working for submissions but it's allowed Brannagan to get to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Nada dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nada takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Brannagan throws a nice looking combination but Nada bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nada misses with a body shot.
A jab from Brannagan finds it's way through Nada's defenses.
Brannagan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nada manages to avoid it.
Nada fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A little jabbing left from Brannagan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Brannagan wants to slow Nada down by chopping away at his legs.
Nada misses with a takedown attempt - Brannagan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan feints a jab promting Nada to slip. Brannagan then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Nada slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Brannagan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nada.
Brannagan checks a leg kick nicely.#T1#
Brannagan misses with a hook. Nada ducked under it nicely.
Brannagan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
An attempted straight right counter from Nada misses the target.
Nada keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Brannagan.
Brannagan moves into range and connects with a jab.
Brannagan scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nada misses with a looping left.
A jab lands there for Brannagan.
Nada throws a lazy right hand but Brannagan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Brannagan! But no joy.
Brutus Brannagan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Brannagan looks to score with a jab to the body but Nada is just out of range.
Nada just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice defenses there by Brannagan.
Brannagan with the counter takedown but Nada avoids it easily.
Nada throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Brannagan counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Brannagan closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Nada's guard.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brannagan preventing the sweep.
Brannagan tries to free his leg and advance position but Nada is retaining full guard.
Nada wants to sweep here but Brannagan controlling him for the moment.
Brannagan slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nada looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brannagan wants to control from the top but Nada keeps moving.
Nada wants to hit a switch here but Brannagan passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Nada there!
Nada wants to hold on but Brannagan pushes him away.#T3#
Brannagan raining down shots from the mount!
Nada is looking to get to half guard.
Brannagan controlling the pace for now.
Nada is working to get back to half guard.
Nada takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Brannagan scoring with strikes but Nada is staying in there.
Brannagan can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Nada is looking to escape.
Nada is desperately trying to improve his position but Brannagan has a good base and remains in mount.#T4#
Nada wants to control but Brannagan is having none of it.
Brannagan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nada is looking to get to half guard.
Nada 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.
My spies in The Beast inform me that Brannagan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Brannagan is keen to just control but Nada is a slippery customer.
Nada tries to get to full guard but Brannagan has control of the leg.

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

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

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

Event: CEC 601
Date: Jul 13, 2018

#R1#
Brannagan staying out of range there.
Thornton ducks under a wild hook from Brannagan.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Thornton 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.
Thornton throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Thornton lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Brannagan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #TD#
Brannagan shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Brannagan showed some decent athleticism there.
Brannagan winds up and cracks Thornton with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Thornton is looking to improve his position.
Brannagan slows the pace down in half guard.
Thornton is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Brannagan seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Brannagan is keen to just control but Thornton is a slippery customer.
Thornton is looking for a sweep. Brannagan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Thornton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Thornton wants to get back to full guard.
Brannagan is looking to stall here but Thornton recovers full guard.
Thornton looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Thornton is trying to keep Brannagan in close. #SUB2#
Thornton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Thornton wants to sweep here but Brannagan controlling him for the moment.
Brannagan content to stall in guard here.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Brannagan in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Brannagan showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Thornton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thornton stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Thornton wants it to stay on the feet.#T3#
Thornton lands with a right hand.
Thornton shoots and misses
and Brannagan counters with an inside leg kick.
Thornton looks to land a left hand but Brannagan moved out of range nicely.
Good shot there by Thornton.
A big right from Brannagan misses.
Thornton connects with a jab.
Brannagan throws a jab when Thornton was well out of range.#TD2#
Thornton looking to score a takedown here. Brannagan is defending well but Thornton drives through and ends up in Brannagan's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thornton in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Thornton in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Thornton trying to control but Brannagan is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Brannagan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Thornton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Thornton distracts Brannagan with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brannagan is trying to control the position but Thornton postures up.
Brannagan is adopting a defensive guard.
Brannagan working a defensive guard here.
Thornton's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Brannagan wants to sweep here but Thornton controlling him for the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thornton trying to control the position from guard on top but Brannagan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brannagan seems keen to control Thornton's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Terrence Thornton 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#
Thornton misses with a wild body shot.
Thornton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Brannagan avoids the body shot from Thornton. #TD2#
Thornton closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Brannagan quickly recovers to half guard.
Thornton prevents Brannagan from improving his position.
Thornton thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Brannagan's head.
Thornton lands with a punch from half guard.
Brannagan tries to roll over but Thornton keeps him under control.
Brannagan trying to control but Thornton postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Thornton is looking for a kimura here.
Brannagan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Thornton's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Thornton's back!#T1#
Brannagan biding his time, looking for the opening.
Brannagan is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Brannagan's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Brannagan biding his time, controlling Thornton.
Brannagan has the hooks in. Thornton is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Thornton tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Brannagan lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #T2#
Brannagan lands a big elbow.
Thornton tries to reverse the position but Brannagan maintains control.
Brannagan controlling his opponent.
Thornton wants to hold on but Brannagan pushes him away.
Brannagan trying to control but Thornton is having none of it.
Thornton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Brannagan with good strikes from the mount here!
Brannagan landing strikes from the mount.
Brutus Brannagan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Brannagan landing strikes, looking to finish!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brannagan sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Brannagan looking to finish Thornton with some ground and pound. This is bad for Thornton!
Thornton is looking to improve his position but Brannagan isn't that keen on the idea.
Brannagan postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Thornton looks a forlorn figure.
Brannagan wants to control the pace but Thornton is squirming around nicely.
BOOM! Brannagan connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Thornton is wriggling around trying to escape.
Brannagan can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Thornton is looking to escape.
Brannagan lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #T4#
Brannagan lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Thornton hang on?
Brannagan trying to control but Thornton is having none of it.
Brannagan lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Thornton hang on?
Thornton is trying to escape the mount.
Brannagan dominating with strikes here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brannagan landing punches.
Thornton is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Brannagan controlling the position easily from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Brannagan dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Thornton misses with a wild body shot.
Thornton misses with a looping left.
Brannagan with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Thornton to score with a decent uppercut.
Brannagan takes a jab right on the kisser.
Thornton bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Brannagan throws a big shot that misses.
Thornton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Brannagan.
Thornton throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Brannagan looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Brannagan clobbers Thornton with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Thornton throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Brannagan on the side of the head.
Terrence Thornton seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thornton moves out of range of the body kick from Brannagan.
Brannagan is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Thornton's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Thornton throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Brannagan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Thornton avoids the body shot from Brannagan.
Brannagan fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Brannagan bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Thornton's head.
Thornton uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Brannagan shoots in and drives through. Thornton sprawls well.
Thornton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Brannagan takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Thornton walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Brannagan throws a solid leg kick but Thornton takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Brannagan.
Thornton throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Brannagan's head.
Brannagan misses with a looping left.
Brannagan misses with a straight right.
Brannagan shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brutus Brannagan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brannagan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from Thornton on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Brannagan. #T2#
Brannagan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Thornton misses with a low kick.
Thornton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thornton moves away from the strike by Brannagan.
A good leg kick by Brannagan.
Brannagan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Brannagan dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Thornton. That did some damage!
Thornton moves into range and connects with a jab.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Brannagan.
Thornton now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#TD#
Brannagan closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Thornton did well to prevent Brannagan getting side control.
Thornton tries to roll over but Brannagan keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Thornton actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Thornton slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Thornton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Brannagan can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Thornton avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Brannagan trying to control but Thornton is working from the bottom.
Brannagan postures up. #SUB2#
Thornton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brannagan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brannagan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Brannagan wants to control from the top but Thornton keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Brannagan landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Thornton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Brannagan is stalling in the full guard.
Brannagan postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Terrence Thornton.
I think Thornton 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: CEC 592
Date: Jun 01, 2018

#R1#
Brannagan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Parnevik.
Brannagan is looking to counter punch.
Brutus Brannagan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Parnevik throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Parnevik is looking to chop away at Brannagan's legs.
A jab from Parnevik does it's job there.
Parnevik bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Brannagan's head backwards.
Brannagan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Parnevik lands a head shot.
Parnevik throws a quick inside leg kick.
Brannagan lands a really nice looking cross but Parnevik seems unphased.
Nice body punch from Brannagan.
Parnevik throws a push kick but Brannagan slaps the foot to one side.
Brannagan throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Parnevik keeps Brannagan at a distance using the push kick.
Jab, jab by Brannagan - just one landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jab, jab by Parnevik - just one landing.
Brannagan fails to land with a series of punches.
Parnevik fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Brannagan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Parnevik stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Brannagan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jesper Parnevik is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Brannagan thumps Parnevik with a low kick.
Parnevik slips under a jab.
Parnevik pushes Brannagan away with a front kick.
Parnevik's jab looks to have found its range, popping Brannagan under the eye.
Parnevik misses with a body kick.
Brannagan is looking to score with low kicks.
Brannagan walks into a stiff left hand from Parnevik.
Brannagan's corner calls for a 1-2. Brannagan obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Parnevik misses with a straight left.
Brannagan 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.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses.
Brannagan misses with a leg kick.
Parnevik lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Brannagan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Parnevik throws out the jab.
It looked like Brannagan was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Parnevik checks a low kick from Brannagan.#T2#
Parnevik connects with a leg kick. Brannagan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses.
A head kick by Brannagan misses
and Parnevik counters with a nice leg kick.
Brannagan moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Brannagan on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Parnevik misses with a body shot.
Brannagan is looking to chop away at Parnevik's legs.
A jab from Brannagan misses.
Parnevik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Parnevik throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brannagan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Brannagan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brannagan throws an overhand right that lands on Parnevik's shoulder, as Parnevik tries to avoid the shot.
Brannagan slips under a jab.
Parnevik slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Brannagan wants to land a leg kick but Parnevik is out of range.
Parnevik looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Parnevik lands the left hand.#T3#
Parnevik throws a shot from downtown. Brannagan moves away and avoids it.
Brannagan throws a leg kick that misses.
Brannagan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Parnevik.
Brannagan throws a right hand that misses
and Parnevik counters with a nice uppercut.
Brannagan misses the body punch
enabling Parnevik to counter with a crisp jab.
Parnevik misses with the combination.
Parnevik is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Brannagan had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Brannagan throws a leg kick but Parnevik sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Parnevik avoids the head kick by Brannagan.
A low kick from Brannagan misses
and Parnevik counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Parnevik ducks under a wild hook from Brannagan.
Parnevik throws the kick towards the body but Brannagan avoids it.
Parnevik will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Parnevik fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Brannagan is out of range.
Brannagan takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T4#
Good work by Brannagan as he checks the leg kick.
Brannagan takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Parnevik dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Brannagan throws a head kick but Parnevik moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Parnevik on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Brannagan throws a head kick but Parnevik moves out of range.
Brannagan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It seemed like Parnevik was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Brannagan looks for the body kick but Parnevik saw that one coming.
Parnevik uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Brannagan.
Parnevik is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Parnevik throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Parnevik dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Brannagan. That did some damage!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Brannagan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Parnevik throws a counter combo.
Parnevik lands a right hook to the body.
Brannagan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A little jabbing left from Parnevik on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Parnevik cracks Brannagan with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jesper Parnevik dominated that round.
That's time! Brannagan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Parnevik misses with a straight right.
A chopping leg kick lands by Parnevik.
Parnevik tries to clinch up.
Parnevik throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Good work by Parnevik as he checks the leg kick.
Parnevik doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Parnevik defending well as Brannagan loads up on a big left hand.
Brannagan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Parnevik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Brannagan moves out of range of the strikes.
Brannagan blocks a jab.
Good leg kick by Parnevik there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A looping hook to the body misses from Brannagan. Parnevik does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses.
Brannagan is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Parnevik throws a right hand that Brannagan ducks under and follows up with a left that Brannagan also avoids with ease.
Parnevik lands a nice leg kick that just misses Brannagan's sensitive parts.
Brannagan on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Parnevik. Brannagan does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Parnevik lands with a straight right. Brannagan didn't see that one coming.
Parnevik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Parnevik is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Parnevik cracks a nice hook into Brannagan's ribs.
Brannagan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Brannagan connects with a leg kick. Parnevik looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Parnevik tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Brannagan.
Parnevik has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brannagan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Brannagan cracks Parnevik with an open hand slap.
Parnevik avoids the head kick by Brannagan.
Brannagan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Parnevik manages to avoid it.
Jesper Parnevik seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Donk. Brannagan catches Parnevik right on the button with a cross.
Parnevik takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brannagan slips under a jab from Parnevik.
Parnevik connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Parnevik just misses with a punch to the body.
Parnevik misses with a hook. Brannagan ducked under it nicely.
Brannagan staying out of range there.
Brannagan throws a big shot that misses.
Brannagan looks for the body kick but Parnevik saw that one coming.
Parnevik only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Brannagan tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Parnevik swivels and escapes.
Brannagan cracks Parnevik with a good jab.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses.
Parnevik is looking to chop away at Brannagan's legs.
Parnevik checks a leg kick nicely.
And Parnevik responds with a good body kick, but Brannagan manages to step out the way in time.
Brannagan shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brutus Brannagan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Parnevik throws a leg kick that misses.
Parnevik throws a hook but Brannagan avoids it easily.#T3#
Brannagan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Brannagan tries a head kick but it misses.
Brannagan looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Brannagan connects with a body shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Brannagan might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Parnevik connects with a right hand. Brannagan shakes it off.
Brannagan throws a head kick but Parnevik moves out of range.
Parnevik is looking to slow Brannagan down with leg kicks.
Brannagan drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Brannagan throws a front kick aimed at Parnevik's knee but Parnevik avoids it well.
Parnevik throws a low kick, looking for Brannagan's leg but Brannagan calmly moves out of range.
Brannagan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Brannagan misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Parnevik to counter with a crisp jab.
Parnevik just misses with a punch to the body.
Brannagan avoids the body shot from Parnevik.
Brannagan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T4#
Brannagan with a hook.
That kick from Parnevik tenderised Brannagan's leg. Brannagan is trying to keep his angry face on.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brannagan throws an overhand right that lands on Parnevik's shoulder, as Parnevik tries to avoid the shot.
A jab from Brannagan misses.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Parnevik 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.
Brannagan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Brannagan on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Parnevik. Parnevik obviously looking to wear him down.
Parnevik connects with a body shot.
Parnevik misses with a straight right.
It looked like Brannagan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Brannagan looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Brannagan checks a low kick from Parnevik.
Parnevik 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.
Parnevik with a hook.
Parnevik misses with a straight right.
A telegraphed right hand from Brannagan misses the target.
Brannagan checks a low kick from Parnevik.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jesper Parnevik showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
A punch combination from Parnevik misses.
Brannagan appears to be looking for a big counter.
Parnevik moves out of range of the strikes.
Parnevik lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Parnevik.
Parnevik buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Parnevik walks into a left hand.
A nice combination there by Brannagan.
Parnevik scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Brannagan connects with a solid leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Parnevik throws a chopping leg kick but Brannagan manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Brannagan slips under a jab.
A left and a right from Parnevik both land. Nice combination.
Nice body punch from Parnevik.
Brannagan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Brannagan moves out of range of the strikes.
Parnevik missing with a left hand there. Brannagan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Brannagan is looking to counter with head kicks.
Brannagan throws a right and a left that Parnevik avoids nicely. #T1#
Brannagan fails with a takedown attempt.
Brannagan slips under a jab from Parnevik.
Parnevik will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Brannagan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Brannagan checks a leg kick.
Brannagan throws a head kick but Parnevik moves out of range.
Parnevik buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Brannagan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Parnevik.
Parnevik throws a front kick aimed at Brannagan's knee but Brannagan avoids it well.
Decent striking displayed by Brannagan there.#T2#
Parnevik looks for the body kick but Brannagan saw that one coming.
Brannagan misses with a looping left.
Parnevik lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Brannagan misses the jab.
Parnevik appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Parnevik closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Parnevik lands with a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brannagan slips under a jab from Parnevik.
Parnevik swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Brannagan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A head kick by Brannagan misses
and Parnevik counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Brannagan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brannagan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Brannagan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Decent striking displayed by Parnevik there.
Parnevik has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Brannagan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Parnevik connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A nice inside leg kick there by Brannagan. That's going to slow Parnevik down. #T3#
Parnevik scores with a punch to the head.
Parnevik misses with a jab, cross combination.
A swing and a miss from Brannagan.
Brannagan throws out a loose jab but Parnevik uses good head movement to avoid it.
Parnevik takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Brannagan throws a sloppy head kick
and Parnevik counters with a nice leg kick.
Brannagan tries a head kick but it misses.
Brannagan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Parnevik misses with a combination
and Brannagan counters with a nice body kick.
Parnevik connects with a leg kick. Brannagan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Brannagan misses with a straight left.
Nice defenses there by Brannagan.
Parnevik misses with an uppercut. #T4#
A swing and a miss from Parnevik.
Brannagan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Parnevik throws a leg kick that misses.
A swing and a miss from Brannagan.
Brannagan drops his hands momentarily and Parnevik takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Brannagan misses with a straight right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Parnevik lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Parnevik on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jesper Parnevik is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Parnevik uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Brannagan.
That kick from Parnevik tenderised Brannagan's leg. Brannagan is trying to keep his angry face on.
Brannagan throws a leg kick
and Parnevik counters with a left to the body.
Parnevik checks a leg kick nicely.
Parnevik throws a nice outside leg kick.
Parnevik misses with an uppercut
and Brannagan counters with a body kick.
Brutus Brannagan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A swing and a miss from Parnevik.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jesper Parnevik comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Parnevik 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jesper Parnevik!
A relieved looking Jesper Parnevik 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: IHOF 6: Snake Eyes
Date: Apr 12, 2018

#R1#
Bang thuds a left hand into Brannagan's body.
Brannagan misses with a hook #TD2#
and Bang counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Bang.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brannagan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bang's guard. #REVR#
Bang has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Brannagan has passed into side control.
Brannagan 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.
Brannagan wants to control but Bang is keeping him busy.
Brannagan fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Bang stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Brannagan moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Bang is not content to let Brannagan control the position.
Bang has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T1#
Brannagan with the ground and pound but Bang regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Brannagan content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Brannagan throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bang is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Brannagan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Brannagan's back!#SUB2#
Bang is persistently looking for the submission but Brannagan is defending it well.
Brannagan trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T2#
Bang throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Bang misses with a punch to the head.
Brannagan 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.
Brannagan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Brannagan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Brannagan.
Brannagan controls Bang momentarily but Bang frees himself.
Bang wants to control from the top but Brannagan keeps moving.
Brannagan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Brannagan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bang is one step ahead there.
Bang must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Bang throws an elbow that misses. Brannagan uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Bang's guard. Nice move by Brannagan!#REVR##T3#
Brannagan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Brannagan trying to control but Bang is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brannagan is really struggling to control Bang but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Brannagan stops Bang from standing up.
Bang keeping moving, preventing Brannagan from controlling successfully.
Brannagan stays in close to Bang's body and controls the position. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Brannagan throwing strikes but missing.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Brannagan showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Brannagan slips under a jab.#TD#
Brannagan closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Sloppy strikes there by Brannagan.
Bang manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Brannagan thows a huge punch but Bang dodges it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bang is positioning himself well to prevent Brannagan advancing to mount.
Bang wants to improve his position but Brannagan is controlling well.
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 Brutus Brannagan will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Brannagan fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bang to the ground. Brannagan is now in Bang's guard.
Bang wants to sweep here but Brannagan controlling him for the moment.
Bang keeps trying to improve his position.
Brannagan trying to control but Bang is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan being controlled here momentarily.
Brannagan wants to control from the top but Bang keeps moving.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T1#
Bang looking for a sweep. Not yet Bang, not yet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bang misses with a looping right.
Brannagan throwing a counter right hand but Bang manages to avoid it.
Bang is trying hard to land a takedown here. Brannagan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Brannagan changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bang throws a head kick that misses.
Brannagan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bang will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Brannagan manages to avoid it.
Moe Bang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brannagan connects with a solid leg kick.
Bang misses with a shot to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bang shoots in looking for a takedown. Brannagan tries to sprawl out of it but Bang keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Brannagan manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Brutus Brannagan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Moe Bang.
Bang throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T2#
Brannagan pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bang is out of range and Brannagan settles back down.
Brannagan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bang can do to turn this around?
A head kick misses from Bang.
Brannagan throws a push kick but Bang slaps the foot to one side.
Bang scores with a jab.
Bang walks into a jab.
Bang shoots in but no luck this time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bang shoots for a takedown but Brannagan saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Brannagan takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bang misses the shot to the body.
Brannagan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bang takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A punch combination from Bang misses.
Brannagan stuffs the takedown.
Brannagan thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bang is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Brannagan rather than just go for the knockout.
Brannagan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Brannagan throws a head kick that Bang semi-blocks.
Brannagan connects with a crisp jab.
Nice sprawl there from Brannagan as Bang shoots in.#T3#
Brannagan scores with a head kick. Bang tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Bang avoids the head kick by Brannagan.
Brannagan misses with a head kick.
Brannagan defending well as Bang loads up on a big left hand.
Bang takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bang scores with a jab to the head.
Brannagan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bang but Bang pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bang drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Brannagan defends it well.
Brannagan slips under a jab from Bang.
Brannagan misses with a head kick.
Bang takes a head kick and keeps coming. #TD#
Bang tries to sprawl but Brannagan drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bang wants to get back to full guard but Brannagan has passed into side control.
Bang is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Brannagan connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Bang some visible discomfort.
Bang is looking to reverse the position.
Brannagan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bang keeps working.
Brannagan scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bang to see if he's OK.
Brannagan taking a breather here.
Bang keeping his opponent close.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Brannagan dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Bang throws a lazy head kick
and Brannagan counters with a nice body shot.
Brannagan shoots for a takedown but Bang saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Some wild striking there from Bang.
Brannagan thinks about countering with a head kick.
Bang misses with an uppercut. Brannagan saw that one coming.
Bang misses with an uppercut.
Brannagan thinks about countering with a head kick.
Bang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brannagan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bang tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Brannagan was well out of range. Poor timing from Bang.
An inside leg kick lands from Brannagan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan misses with a hook. Bang ducked under it nicely.
Bang throws an off balance right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Brannagan throws a jab but it's blocked by Bang.
Brannagan misses with a head kick.
Bang tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bang drops his hands momentarily and Brannagan takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T1#
Bang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Brannagan.
Bang throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Brannagan's waist but Brannagan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bang off to one side.
Brannagan fails to land the takedown.
Brannagan throws a shot from downtown. Bang moves away and avoids it.
Brannagan misses with a body shot. #TD2#
Bang decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Bang trying to control from half guard but Brannagan is working away.
Brannagan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bang cracks Brannagan with a solid left hand.
Bang throws a big elbow that misses.
Brannagan seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T2#
Brannagan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bang controls the pace.
Brannagan wants to sweep here but Bang controlling him for the moment.
Brannagan controls Bang momentarily but Bang frees himself.
Bang missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bang pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brannagan is keeping the position for now.
Brannagan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Bang is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Bang stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bang wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brutus Brannagan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bang shoots in for a takedown but Brannagan shows good takedown defense. #T3##TD2#
Bang closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Brannagan did well to prevent Bang getting side control.#SUB#
Brannagan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bang missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bang scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Brannagan blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bang.
Bang working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Brannagan manages to get to full guard.
Bang throws a strike but Brannagan rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T4#
Bang working a defensive guard here.
Brannagan controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bang seems keen to control Brannagan's posture.
Brannagan trying to control the position from guard on top but Bang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brutus Brannagan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brannagan stays in close to Bang's body and controls the position.
Moe Bang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Brannagan looking to pass the guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Moe Bang.
Well Brannagan 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight for Brutus Brannagan!
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight for Brutus Brannagan!
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight for Brutus Brannagan!

Brutus Brannagan wins by unanimous decision!
A victorious Brutus Brannagan 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: Mar 20, 2018

#R1#
Brannagan tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Brannagan lands with a nice body punch.
Universe lands a two punch combo.
Brannagan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brutus Brannagan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brannagan throws a body kick that misses.
Brannagan throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Universe.
A swing and a miss from Brannagan.
Universe checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Brannagan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Universe was well out of range. Poor timing from Brannagan.
A head kick misses from Brannagan.
Brannagan throws a poor cross that misses
and Universe counters with a left and a right that stings Brannagan.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brannagan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Universe tries to bum rush Brannagan with a series of wild strikes but Brannagan uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Universe walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Universe moves away from the strike by Brannagan. #T1#
Brannagan misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Universe counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Universe's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Brannagan working aggressively here.
Universe is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Brannagan is defending well for now.#BC2#
Universe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Universe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Universe misses with a wild combination.
Brannagan listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Universe wants to clinch up but Brannagan keeps it at a distance.
Brannagan lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Universe takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T2#
Universe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Brannagan throws out the jab.
Brannagan needs to keep his hands up - Universe had a free shot at his head there.
Brannagan looks to land a combination but Universe avoids it well.
Brannagan tries to land a front kick but Universe steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Universe throws a counter combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brannagan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Brannagan throws a head kick but Universe moves out of range.
Universe takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses.
Brannagan tries to land a front kick but Universe steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Brannagan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Universe on the side of the head.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses.
Universe wants to clinch.#T3##CL2#
Universe closes the distance and clinches.
Brannagan throws a head punch that misses.
Universe throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Universe misses with a punch on the inside.
Brannagan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Brannagan scores with a shot to the side of Universe's head.
Universe is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Brannagan is defending well for now.
Universe is stalling here.
Universe trying to land knees to the body.
Brannagan is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Universe is defending well.
Brannagan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Universe tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Brannagan avoids it.#T4#
Universe trying to land knees to the body. #BC2#
Universe breaks from the clinch.
Universe tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Brannagan is able to avoid easily.
Brannagan is looking to slow Universe down with leg kicks.
Brannagan misses with a body punch
and Universe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Brannagan misses with an uppercut. Universe saw that one coming.
Universe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Brannagan tests Universe's chin there with a solid looking 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!
Universe tries a head kick but it misses.
Brannagan throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Brannagan throws a leg kick but Universe sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Brannagan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Universe.
Brannagan swats away the attempt to clinch by Universe.
Brannagan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Brannagan dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Brannagan throws a low kick, looking for Universe's leg but Universe calmly moves out of range.
Brannagan scores with a jab to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Brannagan as he connects with a hook.
Universe throws a right and a left that both miss.
Brannagan fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Universe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Brannagan wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Universe tries to clinch but Brannagan is having none of it.
Universe takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Brannagan throws a leg kick but Universe moved away.
Brannagan sets himself, and Universe steps forward looking for the clinch! Brannagan avoids it this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danga de danga de dang - Universe scores with a four punch combination!
Brannagan throws a one two combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brannagan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mr Universe is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Brannagan throws a nice looking combination but Universe bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Brannagan misses the body punch
and Universe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Brannagan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice jab there from Universe.
Brannagan lands a jab.
Brannagan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Universe tries to clinch there but Brannagan circles away.
Brannagan avoids the head kick by Universe.
Brannagan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Universe moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Brannagan lands with a kick to the ribs.
Universe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Universe is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
A nice leg kick lands there from Brannagan.
Brannagan scores with a leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Universe misses with a few strikes there. #T2#
A big right from Brannagan misses.
A combination from Universe does no damage.
Brannagan throws a hook to the side of Universe's head but Universe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses.
Brannagan keeps the fight on the outside.
Brannagan throws out a loose jab but Universe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brannagan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Universe can do to turn this around?
Brannagan misses with a hook to the body
enabling Universe to counter with a crisp jab.
Universe throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
An attempted straight right counter from Brannagan misses the target.
Universe lands a nice shot to the body.
Brannagan just misses with a punch to the body.
Brannagan misses the jab.
Brannagan blocks a head kick by Universe.
Brannagan looks for the body kick but Universe saw that one coming. #T3#
Brannagan comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A head kick by Brannagan misses
and Universe counters with a head kick. That will keep Brannagan thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Universe rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Brannagan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Brannagan connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Universe's hands.
Universe scores with a push kick.
Brannagan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Universe.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brannagan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Universe lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A punch combination from Brannagan misses.
Brannagan scores with a three punch combo!
Universe throws a push kick but Brannagan slaps the foot to one side.
Brannagan tries to counter with a takedown but Universe is quick to defend against it.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Universe misses with a few strikes there.
A little feinted left hand from Brannagan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Some wild striking there from Universe.
A jab from Brannagan misses.
Universe stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Brannagan.
Universe tries to clinch but Brannagan is having none of it.
Brannagan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A low kick from Brannagan misses
and Universe counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Universe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Brannagan.
Universe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Brannagan.
Brannagan throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Universe's head.
Universe tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Brannagan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Universe throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
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 Brutus Brannagan will probably get the nod.
That's time! Brannagan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Brannagan misses the jab.
Brannagan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Universe wants to counter with a clinch but Brannagan pushes him away.
Universe throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Brannagan counters with a thumping low kick.
Brannagan tries to land a leg kick but Universe saw it coming and moves away.
Brannagan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Universe is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Sloppy strikes from Universe. Those never looked like landing.
Brutus Brannagan is winning the standup battle so far.
Brannagan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Brannagan tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Universe is able to avoid easily.
Brannagan wants to slow Universe down by chopping away at his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan throws a solid leg kick but Universe takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Brannagan.
Universe throws a counter combo.
Brannagan throws the kick towards the body but Universe avoids it.
Universe misses with a wild combination. #T1#
Nice cross by Brannagan.
Brannagan throws a hook to the side of Universe's head but Universe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Brannagan lands a leg kick that knocks Universe off balance momentarily.
Universe moves out of range as Brannagan strikes.
Universe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Brannagan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Universe lands with a kick to the temple. Brannagan shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Universe looks for the body kick but Brannagan saw that one coming.
Brannagan throwing a counter right hand but Universe manages to avoid it.
Brannagan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Universe.
Brannagan is looking to chop away at Universe's legs.
Universe takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Brannagan throws a head kick that misses.
As Brannagan backs off Universe throws a huge counter combo but Brannagan manages to avoid it all.#T2#
Brannagan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Brannagan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Universe moves away from the strike by Brannagan.
Brannagan avoids the body shot from Universe.
Brannagan thuds his right hand into Universe's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Brannagan misses the shot to the body.
Universe has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Brannagan.
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!
Universe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Brannagan throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Universe misses the shot to the body.
Brannagan throws an overhand right that lands on Universe's shoulder, as Universe tries to avoid the shot.
Brannagan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Brannagan.
Universe's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Brannagan works the jab nicely.
Universe tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brannagan misses with a wild combination.
Brannagan looks to land a left hand but Universe moved out of range nicely.#CL2#
Universe takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Universe breaks the clinch.
Brannagan misses with a low kick as Universe jumps back.
Brannagan throws a predictable looking body shot
and Universe counters with a nice uppercut.
Universe throws a head kick that Brannagan semi-blocks.
Brannagan misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Universe moves out of range as Brannagan strikes.
Brannagan walks into a straight right hand from Universe.
Brannagan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Brannagan misses with a hook. Universe ducked under it nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Universe walks forward, straight into a front kick from Brannagan.
Brannagan throws a half hearted mid kick.
Universe unleashes a big counter combination but Brannagan bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Universe takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Universe tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Brannagan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Brannagan throws a big counter combination but Universe scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Mr Universe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Universe throws a nice head kick!
Brannagan throws a nice head kick!
Universe closes the distance looking to clinch
and Brannagan counters with a series of strikes. Universe will be more careful next time no doubt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brutus Brannagan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Brannagan, 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brutus Brannagan!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 19, 2018

#R1#
Left hook, right uppercut from Brannagan.
The fight stays on the outside here - Yongjaiyut looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Brutus Brannagan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yongjaiyut fails with an attempt to clinch.
Yongjaiyut tries to clinch but Brannagan moves out of range.
Brannagan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Yongjaiyut doesn't manage to clinch there - Brannagan circles away.
Yongjaiyut has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Brannagan.
Brannagan tests Yongjaiyut's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Brannagan throws a leg kick which misses Yongjaiyut's front leg but catches the back leg as Yongjaiyut tries to avoid it.
Brannagan fakes the leg kick and cracks Yongjaiyut in the body.
Brannagan lands with a slapping head kick.
Brannagan scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Yongjaiyut walks forward, straight into a front kick from Brannagan.
Brannagan lands with a straight right. Yongjaiyut didn't see that one coming.
Brannagan stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Yongjaiyut ducks right into an uppercut from Brannagan. #T1#
Yongjaiyut tries to clinch but Brannagan is having none of it.
Brannagan throws a head kick that half lands.
Yongjaiyut tries to close the distance and clinch but Brannagan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Yongjaiyut doesn't manage to clinch there - Brannagan circles away.
Brannagan connects with a leg kick. Yongjaiyut looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Brannagan keeps the fight on the outside.
Yongjaiyut tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Brannagan lands with a hook. Yongjaiyut tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Yongjaiyut darts in trying to clinch
and Brannagan counters with a one-two to the body.
Yongjaiyut tries to clinch up
and Brannagan counters with a two punch combo. #T2#
Yongjaiyut tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Brannagan counters with a nice body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Yongjaiyut fails with an attempt to clinch.
Yongjaiyut avoids the head kick by Brannagan.
Brannagan lands with a hook. Yongjaiyut tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Yongjaiyut on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Brannagan is looking to slow Yongjaiyut down with leg kicks.
Yongjaiyut wants to clinch but Brannagan slips to the side
and Brannagan makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Brannagan misses with a head kick.
Yongjaiyut drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Brannagan defends it well.
Brannagan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Yongjaiyut wants to clinch up but Brannagan keeps it at a distance.
Brannagan scores with a jab to the head.
Yongjaiyut moves in looking to clinch but Brannagan pushes him off.
Yongjaiyut is looking to clinch but Brannagan is avoiding it. #T3#
Yongjaiyut tries to clinch there but Brannagan circles away.
Brannagan misses with a wild combination.
The fight stays on the outside here - Yongjaiyut looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It looked like Brannagan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Yongjaiyut walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL2#
Yongjaiyut fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Brannagan, pushing him back against the cage.
Brannagan lands a right hand that snaps the head of Yongjaiyut backwards.
Brannagan blocks the elbow strike. #TD#
Yongjaiyut is fighting off a takedown attempt but Brannagan is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Yongjaiyut to the mat. Yongjaiyut regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Brannagan controlling from the top position.
Brannagan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
Yongjaiyut not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Brannagan content to stall in guard here.
Yongjaiyut not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Brannagan controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Yongjaiyut is trying to control the position but Brannagan postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Brannagan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Brannagan dominated that round.
That's time! Brannagan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Brannagan connects with a nice looking jab.
Brannagan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Brannagan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Yongjaiyut wants to clinch up but Brannagan keeps it at a distance.
Brannagan lands a head shot.
Brannagan throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Yongjaiyut's head.
Brannagan works over Yongjaiyut's head and body with a nice combination.
Jettrin Yongjaiyut is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Yongjaiyut walks into a stiff left hand from Brannagan.
Yongjaiyut has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Brannagan.
Yongjaiyut is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Brannagan misses with the combination.
Yongjaiyut throws a big counter head kick but Brannagan avoids it with no problem.
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!
Brannagan scoring well with a low kick there. #T1#
Yongjaiyut darts in trying to clinch
and Brannagan counters with a straight right hand.
Brannagan circles away from the clinch attempt.
A head kick from Brannagan lands but Yongjaiyut takes it in his stride.
Yongjaiyut avoids the head kick by Brannagan.
Yongjaiyut feints a counter leg kick.
Brannagan plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#ROC#
Yongjaiyut is rocked!
Brannagan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Brannagan throws a sloppy head kick and Yongjaiyut moves out of range easily.
Brannagan throws a right and a left that Yongjaiyut avoids nicely.
Yongjaiyut doesn't manage to clinch there - Brannagan circles away.
Good exchange - Brannagan coming out on top.
A jab from Brannagan finds it's way through Yongjaiyut's defenses.
Yongjaiyut moves forwards but Brannagan connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yongjaiyut darts in trying to clinch
and Brannagan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Brannagan cracks Yongjaiyut with a right hand to the side of the head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Yongjaiyut looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Brannagan connects with a solid leg kick.
Brannagan throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Yongjaiyut's head.
Yongjaiyut is still on wobbly legs! Can Brannagan finish him?
Brannagan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Yongjaiyut can do to turn this around?
Brannagan swats away the attempt to clinch by Yongjaiyut.
Yongjaiyut seems to have recovered his senses.
Yongjaiyut moves out of range of the body kick.
Yongjaiyut tries to clinch up.#T3#
An inside leg kick lands from Brannagan.
The fight stays on the outside here - Yongjaiyut looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Yongjaiyut tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Yongjaiyut walks forward, straight into a front kick from Brannagan.
Brannagan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Brannagan throws a nice looking combination but Yongjaiyut bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Yongjaiyut is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Yongjaiyut tries to clinch but Brannagan moves out of range.
Brannagan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Yongjaiyut takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Yongjaiyut has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Brannagan.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Brannagan, right into the meat.
Yongjaiyut tries to clinch but Brannagan is having none of it.
Brannagan throws a series of punches but Yongjaiyut moves out of range.
Brannagan throws a leg kick which misses Yongjaiyut's front leg but catches the back leg as Yongjaiyut tries to avoid it. #T4#
Brannagan throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Yongjaiyut walks into a left hand.
Brannagan connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brannagan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Yongjaiyut tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Yongjaiyut doesn't manage to clinch there - Brannagan circles away.
Yongjaiyut takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Yongjaiyut closes the distance but Brannagan moves to the side
and Brannagan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Brannagan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Brannagan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Yongjaiyut wants to clinch.
Brannagan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Brannagan dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Brannagan throws a leg kick which misses Yongjaiyut's front leg but catches the back leg as Yongjaiyut tries to avoid it.
Yongjaiyut wants to clinch up but Brannagan keeps it at a distance.
Yongjaiyut just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBrannagan.
Yongjaiyut tries to clinch but Brannagan moves out of range.
Brannagan throws a head kick but Yongjaiyut moves out of range.
Brannagan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Yongjaiyut blocks a head kick by Brannagan.
Brannagan moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Brannagan connects with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan misses with a double jab.
Brannagan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Brannagan connects with an inside leg kick.
Brannagan circles away from the clinch attempt. #T1#
Yongjaiyut tries to close the distance and clinch but Brannagan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Yongjaiyut is looking to clinch but Brannagan is avoiding it.
Brannagan listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The fight stays on the outside here - Yongjaiyut looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Brannagan is looking to counter with head kicks.
Brannagan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yongjaiyut was well out of range. Poor timing from Brannagan.
Brannagan lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Brannagan lands the left hand.#CL2#
Yongjaiyut has Brannagan up against the cage in a clinch.
Brannagan lands a body punch in the clinch.
A short right from Brannagan on the inside.
Yongjaiyut throws a knee to the head but misses. #TD#
Brannagan ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Brannagan no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Brannagan is on top in guard. #REVR##T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brannagan 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.
Yongjaiyut keeping full guard, as Brannagan tries to pass.
Brannagan is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Brannagan's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Brannagan advances to half guard. #T3#
Brannagan is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've been hearing that Brannagan has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Yongjaiyut is looking to control Brannagan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Yongjaiyut avoid being mounted?
Brannagan keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brannagan is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Brannagan controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Brannagan quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Brannagan but it's paid off an Yongjaiyut is forced to tap! Nice work by Brannagan.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Brutus Brannagan!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 10, 2017

#R1#
A big right from Brannagan misses.
Brannagan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wierzbowski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Brannagan sprawls and moves away.
Brannagan fails to land with a series of punches.
Brannagan stuffs the takedown.
Wierzbowski fails with a takedown attempt.
Brannagan looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wierzbowski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Brutus Brannagan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good exchange - Brannagan coming out on top.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wierzbowski shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Brannagan pinned against the cage. Brannagan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Brannagan throws out a counter right but Wierzbowski avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Przemyslaw Wierzbowski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brannagan connects with a right hand. Wierzbowski shakes it off.#T1#
Wierzbowski walks into a jab.
Brannagan scores with a head kick. #CUT2#
It looks like Przemyslaw Wierzbowski has been cut.
Brannagan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Brannagan dodges the punch combination from Wierzbowski.
Brutus Brannagan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Brannagan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Brannagan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Wierzbowski.
Brannagan tries to land a leg kick but Wierzbowski saw it coming and moves away.
That kick from Brannagan tenderised Wierzbowski's leg. Wierzbowski is trying to keep his angry face on.#T2#
Brannagan throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Wierzbowski takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Brannagan.
Wierzbowski fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wierzbowski changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Brannagan tries to avoid it but Wierzbowski manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Brannagan to the ground. Brannagan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Brannagan throws the kick towards the body but Wierzbowski avoids it.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Wierzbowski is trying to maintain a safe position but Brannagan gets an underhook and turns Wierzbowski into the cage.
Wierzbowski prevents a body shot from Brannagan.
Wierzbowski throws a head punch that misses.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Brannagan.
Wierzbowski blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Brannagan throws a punch but it's blocked by Wierzbowski.
Wierzbowski goes for a takedown in the clinch but Brannagan prevents it.
Wierzbowski is working for takedown but Brannagan is calmly controlling the position for now.
Wierzbowski takes an elbow to the temple.
Brannagan dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Wierzbowski tries for a takedown. No joy.
Brannagan gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Wierzbowski working aggressively here.
Wierzbowski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brannagan prevents the takedown attempt.
Brannagan avoids the elbow strike from Wierzbowski, against the cage.
Wierzbowski has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Brannagan is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Wierzbowski tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brannagan.
Brannagan scores with a shot to the side of Wierzbowski's head. #T4#
Brannagan misses with a punch on the inside.
Brannagan scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Brannagan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wierzbowski blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
Wierzbowski has clasped his hands together around Brannagan's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The referee asks Wierzbowski politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Wierzbowski prefers to stall for the moment though.
Brannagan is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Brannagan wants to control but Wierzbowski postures up.#SUB#
Wierzbowski wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Brannagan, who protects the arm well.
Brannagan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Brannagan dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Przemyslaw Wierzbowski's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Wierzbowski tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Brannagan paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Brutus Brannagan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wierzbowski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Brannagan misses with a wild body shot.
Wierzbowski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Brannagan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wierzbowski doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Wierzbowski checks a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Brannagan.
Wierzbowski tries to counter with a takedown but Brannagan is quick to defend against it.
Wierzbowski ducks under a wild hook from Brannagan.
Wierzbowski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan throws a nice inside leg kick.
Brannagan defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Wierzbowski.
Brannagan looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wierzbowski on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Wierzbowski shoots in but Brannagan avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Przemyslaw Wierzbowski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Brannagan thuds his shin into the meat of Wierzbowski's side.
Wierzbowski stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Brannagan.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Wierzbowski.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Przemyslaw Wierzbowski. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Wierzbowski moves into range and clinches up with Brannagan.
Brannagan lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wierzbowski tries for a takedown. No joy.
Brutus Brannagan seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Wierzbowski dodges an elbow strike from Brannagan.
Brannagan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A right hand to the body from Brannagan.
Brannagan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Brannagan misses with some punches.
Brannagan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wierzbowski's elbow.
Wierzbowski drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Brannagan gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Wierzbowski tries for a takedown but Brannagan manages to get underhooks.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Brannagan stops a takedown attempt from Wierzbowski.
Wierzbowski blocks an uppercut.
Brannagan misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Wierzbowski.
Wierzbowski tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Brannagan smiles and moves away.
Wierzbowski gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Brannagan lands with a nice body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Brannagan stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Brannagan wants it to stay on the feet.#T3#
Brannagan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Brannagan moves into the clinch.
Brannagan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Brannagan misses with a body punch.
A hook to the body from Brannagan.
Brannagan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wierzbowski can't get the takedown.
Brannagan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The referee calls for Brannagan to work.
Nice body punch from Brannagan - that landed with a thud.
Wierzbowski blocking some punches.
Brannagan swings wildly with an uppercut but Wierzbowski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brannagan misses with a punch on the inside.
Brannagan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wierzbowski's elbow. #T4#
Brannagan tries to work over Wierzbowski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wierzbowski is looking for a takedown.
Brannagan lands a shoulder strike.
Brannagan scores with a shot to the side of Wierzbowski's head.
Wierzbowski has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Brannagan is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Brannagan blocks a body shot from Wierzbowski.
A left hand lands to the body for Brannagan.
Brannagan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Brannagan lands with a right to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brannagan dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Wierzbowski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Brannagan fails to land.
Brannagan struggles to land a body shot inside as Wierzbowski controls his hands.
Wierzbowski changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Brannagan fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Wierzbowski closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Brannagan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Przemyslaw Wierzbowski's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Wierzbowski misses with a takedown attempt - Brannagan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Brannagan lunges at Wierzbowski with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Wierzbowski's hand.
Brannagan keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Wierzbowski shoots in looking for a takedown but Brannagan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Wierzbowski's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Wierzbowski fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Przemyslaw Wierzbowski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brannagan scores with a nice head shot.
Brannagan paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Wierzbowski misses with a takedown attempt - Brannagan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Brannagan scores with a push kick.
Wierzbowski tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A countering left hand to the body from Brannagan misses.#KD2#
Brannagan steps into range and cracks Wierzbowski with a monster punch that buckles his knees! Wierzbowski flops backwards and Brannagan dives into his guard looking to finish! #ROC2#
Wierzbowski is rocked!
Brannagan is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Oh Wierzbowski is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Brannagan slips nicely into half guard.
Brannagan seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Wierzbowski seems to have got his legs back now.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wierzbowski wants to control the action here but instead Brannagan manages to pass to full mount!
Brannagan takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Brannagan pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Brannagan looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Brannagan punishing his opponent with strikes.
My spies in The Beast inform me that Brannagan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Brannagan controlling the position easily from mount.
Wierzbowski regains half guard.
Brutus Brannagan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Brannagan not doing much here. #SUB2#
Brannagan seems to be working for a kimura but Wierzbowski defends the submission attempt.#T4#
Wierzbowski is looking to control Brannagan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wierzbowski avoid being mounted?
Brannagan throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Brannagan seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Wierzbowski trying to control from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brannagan sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Przemyslaw Wierzbowski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wierzbowski is trying to maintain the position but Brannagan is very close to passing his half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brutus Brannagan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Brannagan 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 25:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 25:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brutus Brannagan!

Event: TWGC 18 (170lbs, D2): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 18, 2017

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Brutus Brannagan (ranked 21752 p4p, 0 weight class) and DJ Cadillac (ranked 23352 p4p, 0 weight class). I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that DJ Cadillac was going to win. Let's see if he was right.

178 cm
23 yrs
175 lbs

180 cm
21 yrs
177 lbs

Brannagan

Cadillac

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Brutus Brannagan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; DJ Cadillac!
The judges for this bout are Valeri Chadov, Aleksandr Martynov and Sergei Dronov.

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

Cadillac shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Brannagan (0) vs (2) Cadillac
Brannagan working a defensive guard here.
Cadillac showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Brannagan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Cadillac stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Brannagan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cadillac 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.
Brannagan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Cadillac got a little sloppy there for a moment and Brannagan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cadillac has managed to get both his arms back between Brannagan's legs - danger averted.
Brannagan looking to control.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Cadillac not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Brannagan is trying to keep Cadillac in close.
Cadillac wants to pass the guard but Brannagan is keeping the position.
Brannagan seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Brannagan has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Brannagan working a defensive guard here.
Cadillac not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Brannagan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cadillac controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brannagan keeping moving, preventing Cadillac from controlling successfully.
Brannagan has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Cadillac controls from within his opponent's guard.
Brannagan pulls Cadillac in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cadillac trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cadillac is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Cadillac slips nicely into half guard.
Brannagan trying to control here.
Cadillac keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brannagan is controlling Cadillac's trapped leg to prevent Cadillac from advancing to side control.
Brannagan is trying to maintain the position but Cadillac is very close to passing his half guard.
Cadillac controlling the action here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Cadillac trying to mount his opponent but Brannagan defends it.
Brannagan preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
My spies in The Beast inform me that Cadillac has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Cadillac tries to pass to full mount but Brannagan defends it.
Cadillac is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Brannagan is concentrating on defense, preventing Cadillac from advancing position.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Brannagan trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Brannagan (0) vs (5) Cadillac
Cadillac controlling from mount.
Brannagan stops Cadillac from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Cadillac wants to control the pace but Brannagan is squirming around nicely.
Brannagan tries to hold on but Cadillac postures up.
Cadillac seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Brannagan is holding on tight.
Brannagan is squirming around, avoiding Cadillac's attempts to control the action.
Brannagan tries to lock up and control but Cadillac gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Cadillac controlling from the full mount.

Cadillac has hold of Brannagan's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Brannagan manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Brannagan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cadillac is trying to take his opponent's back.
Brannagan tries to lock up and control but Cadillac gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Brannagan is squirming around, avoiding Cadillac's attempts to control the action.
Brannagan reaches up to try and control the position but Cadillac seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Brannagan rolls and tries to escape and now Cadillac has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Brannagan (0) vs (8) Cadillac

Brannagan is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Brannagan trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Cadillac controls the action.
Brannagan wants to escape the position.
Cadillac is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Brannagan tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Cadillac avoids the attempt from Brannagan to control.
Cadillac controlling the pace for now.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Brannagan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cadillac sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Cadillac trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Cadillac tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Cadillac can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Brannagan is looking to escape.
Brannagan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cadillac content just to control the position here.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Brannagan is trying desperately to improve position.
Brannagan tries to lock up and control but Cadillac gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Brannagan is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Cadillac content just to control the position here.
Cadillac is looking to work his way around to Brannagan's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Brannagan wants to control but Cadillac is having none of it.
Brannagan is squirming around, avoiding Cadillac's attempts to control the action.
Cadillac controlling from mount.
Brannagan can't escape the position.
Cadillac wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Brannagan is squirming around, avoiding Cadillac's attempts to control the action.
Brannagan tries to lock up and control but Cadillac gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Cadillac tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Brannagan is wriggling around trying to escape.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Cadillac tries to control but Brannagan wriggling away.
Cadillac is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Brannagan tries to lock up and control but Cadillac gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Cadillac wants to take his opponent's back but Brannagan doesn't allow it.
Brannagan tries to hold on but Cadillac pushes him away.
Brannagan is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Cadillac is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Cadillac sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Brannagan is working to get back to half guard.
Cadillac controlling his opponent.
Brannagan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cadillac content just to control the position here.
Brannagan tries to lock up and control but Cadillac gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Cadillac prevents Brannagan from getting the reversal.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Cadillac looking to control but Brannagan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Brannagan stops Cadillac from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Cadillac wants to control the pace but Brannagan is squirming around nicely.
Cadillac avoids the attempt from Brannagan to control.
Brannagan is trying desperately to improve position.
Cadillac takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Cadillac trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Cadillac controlling from the full mount.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Brannagan is desperately trying to improve his position but Cadillac has a good base and remains in mount.
Cadillac controlling the position easily from mount.
Brannagan tries to lock up and control but Cadillac gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Cadillac takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Cadillac avoids the attempt from Brannagan to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cadillac is trying to control here but Brannagan has managed to regain half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cadillac wins on points by 8 to 0.

Event: Swifty Promotions 1
Date: May 21, 2016

#R1#
Mace scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Brannagan misses with an attempted mid kick.
Brannagan misses with a head kick. #TD#
Brannagan shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Brannagan 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.
Mace trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mace works his way to full guard. Good work.
Brannagan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Brannagan slips nicely into half guard.
Brannagan trying to control from half guard but Mace is working away.
Mace gets back to full guard.
Mace tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mace keeping full guard, as Brannagan tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mace wants to stand but Brannagan is controlling the position.
Brannagan wants to control from the top but Mace keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Brannagan works over Mace with some ground and pound from guard.
Mace is adopting a defensive guard.
Mace is trying to keep Brannagan in close.
Mace looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brannagan is one step ahead there.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Brannagan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mace is keeping the position for now.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Mace had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Brannagan defends it easily.#T3#
Mace wants to sweep here but Brannagan controlling him for the moment.
Brannagan tries to free his leg and advance position but Mace is retaining full guard.
Brannagan trying to control the position from guard on top but Mace is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brannagan throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL#
Brannagan drives through and clinches with Mace against the cage. #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.#BC2#
Mace escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Danga de danga de dang - Mace scores with a four punch combination!#CL2#
Mace gets a clinch. #TD2#
Mace lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Mace wants to stand up but Brannagan is controlling the position.
Brannagan is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Mace jumps into side control!
Brannagan tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brannagan wants to control but Mace is having none of it.
Mace tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Max Mace dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD2#
Mace drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Mace preventing the sweep.
Mace wanted to stand there but Brannagan had control of the position.
Mace pushes down on Brannagan's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Mace controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mace wants to get back to his feet. #T1#
Brannagan is trying to maintain the position but Mace is very close to passing his half guard.
Brannagan is pressing down on Mace's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Mace sitting in guard here, content to control.
Brannagan has control of Mace's left arm, preventing Mace from doing any damage.
Mace has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Brannagan is proving hard to escape from. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Brannagan wants to clinch up but Mace keeps it at a distance.#TD2#
Mace fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Brannagan to the ground. Mace is now in Brannagan's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mace sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Max Mace has got the better of the ground game so far.
Mace slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Mace controlling the position from side mount. #T3#
Brannagan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mace wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Brannagan prevents Mace from improving position.
Mace passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Brannagan!
Mace controlling from the full mount.
Mace's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB2#
Mace is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Brannagan is surviving well by controlling Mace's body position as best he can. #T4#
Brannagan wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Mace has the hooks in. Brannagan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Brannagan trying to control the hands but Mace won't let him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brannagan tries to break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Max Mace showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Mace throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Brannagan was covering up waiting for the punch and Mace finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Mace postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Mace wants to control from the top but Brannagan keeps moving.
Mace stays in close to Brannagan's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Brannagan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mace doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mace manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Brannagan wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Brannagan being controlled here, momentarily.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Brannagan wants to hit a switch here but Mace passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Brannagan there!
Mace is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Mace cracks Brannagan with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Mace controlling his opponent. #SUB2#
Mace has control of Brannagan's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Brannagan regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Mace avoids the attempt from Brannagan to control.#T3#
Mace is landing with some decent strikes but Brannagan is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Brannagan working to try and regain half guard.
Brannagan prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mace with shots to the head and body - Brannagan looks very uncomfortable down there.
Brannagan wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Mace dominating with strikes here.#T4#
Mace tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Mace putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Mace with the ground and pound from mount.
Mace lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Mace has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Mace goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Brannagan turns into him and now he's in Mace's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mace trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Brutus Brannagan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Max Mace is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mace bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Brannagan's guard. #REVB#

And that's the end of the fight!
Max Mace comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Mace 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Max Mace!

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