Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 02, 2020

#R1#
Sands misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
O Malley lands a head shot.
Sloppy strikes from Sands. Those never looked like landing.
Shane O Malley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A cross from Sands lands.
Sands has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Sands fails with the takedown.
Nice takedown defense from O Malley. No joy for Sands on that attempt.
Shane O Malley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
O Malley moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
O Malley takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
O Malley moves into range and connects with a jab.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sands is defended easily by O Malley.
O Malley showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
O Malley connects with a right hand. Sands shakes it off.#CUT#
It looks like Bobby Sands has been cut.#T1#
Jab by O Malley.#ROC#
Sands is rocked!
O Malley lands with a precision combination! Left, right, uppercut and Sands falls flat on his face, eyes wide open but he's out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Shane O Malley!
A very excited looking Shane O Malley made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 27, 2020

#R1##TD2#
Hughes gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Sands to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Hughes wants to sweep here but Sands controlling him for the moment.
Hughes avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hughes utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sands trying to control the position from guard on top but Hughes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hughes has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Sands stopping the sweep attempt from Hughes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands wants to control from the top but Hughes keeps moving.
Sands chips away with some ground and pound.
Hughes working a defensive guard here.
Sands must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hughes holds on and takes a little breather.
Sands postures up.
Sands is looking to work some ground and pound but Hughes has wrist control.
Hughes is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Sands postures up in Hughes's guard and throws a big left but Hughes blocks it.
Sands landing with the ground and pound.
Sands trying to control but Hughes is working from the bottom.
Hughes wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sands throwing strikes from guard but Hughes blocks nicely.
Sands looking to sit in guard and control but Hughes gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T2#
Sands preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hughes wants to control from the top but Sands keeps moving.
Sands keeping full guard, as Hughes tries to pass.
Hughes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sands works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hughes loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sands 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#
Hughes makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hughes.
Hughes keeping moving, preventing Sands from controlling successfully.
Hughes is trying to control the position but Sands postures up. #T3#
Sands scoring with punches to the head and body.
Sands throws a strike but Hughes rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Hughes makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hughes wants to control from the top but Sands keeps moving.
Hughes works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sands is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Hughes scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Hughes seems to be working for a kimura but Sands defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Hughes is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Hughes wants to work for an arm triangle but Sands is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T4##SUB2#
Sands looking for submissions off his back.
Hughes is looking to stall here but Sands recovers full guard.
Hughes postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sands keeping moving, preventing Hughes from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sands preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Sands manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bobby Sands will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Sands takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hughes misses with a leg kick
and Sands counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hughes buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A combination from Sands does no damage. #TD#
Hughes closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Hughes tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sands is trying to improve his position.
Hughes misses with the ground and pound.
Bobby Sands has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sands manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hughes is positioning himself well to prevent Sands advancing to mount.
Hughes makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hughes.#T1#
Hughes preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hughes 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.
Sands makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Sands distracts Hughes with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Hughes seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hughes has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hughes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sands advances to half guard.
Hughes trying to control but Sands postures up.
Sands lands strikes from half guard.
Hughes preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T2#
Hughes is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sands's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sands's back!#SUB#
Hughes looking for the choke but no joy.
Sands wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Hughes is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Sands defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Hughes is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Sands is defending well though. Hughes let's go of the attempt for now.
Hughes has the hooks in. Sands is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T3##SUB#
Hughes working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
I really don't envy Sands right now.
Hughes is landing with strikes. Sands can't take much more of this.
Sands trying to control but not successfully.
Hughes throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Sands! #SUB#
Hughes looking to break Sands's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Sands remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Hughes will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB#
Hughes looking to break Sands's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Sands remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Hughes will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Sands trying to control but not successfully. #T4#
Sands wants to escape the position. #SUB#
Sands is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Hughes gets his way! #SUB#
Sands showing good submission defense here.
Sands trying to control the hands but Hughes breaks the grip. #SUB#
Hughes tightening his grip on Sands, looking for the choke. #ES2#
Sands manages to stand up with Hughes still on his back. Eventually Hughes drops to his feet and we're back in the standing position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bronson Hughes dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hughes scores with a jab to the jaw.
Sands slips a straight right by Hughes.
Sands moves away from the strike by Hughes.
Hughes throws the left hand but Sands avoids the punch easily.
Sands takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Hughes waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sands.#TD2#
Sands shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Sands showed some decent athleticism there.
Hughes is trying to get back to full guard.
Hughes holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hughes wants to get back to full guard.
Sands winds up and cracks Hughes with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Sands prevents Hughes from improving his position.
Hughes is concentrating on defense, preventing Sands from advancing position. #T1#
Hughes tries to roll over but Sands keeps him under control.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Sands lands a nice short elbow.
Sands throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hughes is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sands's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sands's back!#SUB#
Hughes working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #ES2#
Sands manages to stand up with Hughes still on his back. Eventually Hughes drops to his feet and we're back in the standing position.
A left lands for Hughes.
Sands misses with a straight right.
Sands is looking to clinch but Hughes is avoiding it.
Hughes lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bronson Hughes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hughes scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sands tries to close the distance and clinch but Hughes swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sands changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hughes tries to avoid it but Sands manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hughes to the ground. Hughes escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hughes feinted with a counter takedown.
Sands works the jab nicely.
Sands takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A slow jab from Hughes misses its intended target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sands.
Hughes throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sands sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sands ducks under a wild hook from Hughes.
Hughes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sands swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hughes lands a body shot.
Hughes connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sands. Sands circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bronson Hughes is winning the standup battle so far.
Sands pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hughes tried to counter with a leg kick but Sands avoided it.
Hughes throws a front kick that sends Sands stumbling back into the cage.
Hughes throws a poor cross that misses
and Sands counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Hughes gets tackled into the cage by Sands. Sands maintains the clinch. #T3##TD2#
Sands manages to pull guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hughes accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hughes's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Sands is looking to stand up but Hughes isn't so interested in that idea.
Hughes throws an elbow that misses. Sands uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Hughes's guard. Nice move by Sands!#REVB#
Hughes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Hughes had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sands defends it easily.
Sands postures up and lands a big shot to Hughes's brow.
Hughes keeping moving, preventing Sands from controlling successfully. #T4#
Hughes working a defensive guard here.
Hughes working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sands.
Sands with a nice head shot there.
Hughes wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hughes is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sands is looking to work some ground and pound but Hughes has wrist control.
Sands postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Hughes has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Sands wants to control from the top but Hughes keeps moving.

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 Bronson Hughes.
I think Hughes 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bronson Hughes!
A relieved looking Bronson Hughes 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: XF 36
Date: Oct 03, 2019

#R1#
Sands misses with a wild body shot.
Sands fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sands swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Asai throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sands moves out of range of the body kick from Asai .
Sands looks for a takedown but Asai sprawls well.
Sands misses with a takedown attempt
and Asai counters with a stiff right hand.
Sands misses with a shot to the body
and Asai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sands fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Yoshihiro Asai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
Sands lands a lovely overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asai scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nice defenses there by Asai .
Asai scores with a jab.
Asai cracks Sands with an open hand slap.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sands takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T1#
Sands uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Asai .
Asai lands a high kick!
Asai connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sands's hands.
Good shot there by Sands.
Nice cross by Asai .
Sands looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Asai misses the target.
Asai lands a jab to Sands's midsection.
Asai swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sands.
Sands is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #ROC#
Sands is rocked!
Yoshihiro Asai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sands misses with a wild body shot.
Sands is still on wobbly legs! Can Asai finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sands has a takedown stuffed.
and Asai counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Sands! He's just covering up as Asai starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

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

Event: XF 30
Date: Sep 09, 2019

#R1#
Sands will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sands keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sands shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Chambers sprawls well. Chambers wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sands gets slowly back to his feet.
Sands avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sands throws a body shot but no joy. #TD#
Chambers gets a double leg takedown into Sands's guard.#ES2#
Sands has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Chambers is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#BC#
Chambers's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Chambers.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sands misses with a takedown attempt - Chambers sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Johny Chambers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chambers. Sands does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chambers takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Chambers bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sands's head backwards.
Sands's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Chambers connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Sands scrambles back to his feet.#ROC#
Sands is rocked!
Chambers lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Johny Chambers!
After the fight, Johny Chambers was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: XF 25
Date: Aug 24, 2019

#R1#
Sands wants to land a leg kick but Dominiguez is out of range. #CL2#
Sands darts in and clinches Dominiguez up against the cage.#TD2#
Sands turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Sands in side control, throwing shots but Dominiguez defends.
Dominiguez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dominiguez is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#ES#
Dominiguez throws Sands to one side and escapes!
Dominiguez throws a sloppy head kick and Sands moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Sands clinches.
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!#TD#
Dominiguez drags the fight down to the ground.
Sands throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sands is in close to Dominiguez's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Dominiguez wants to get back to his feet but Sands is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sands pushing down on Dominiguez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Dominiguez on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Sands is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dominiguez misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Sands thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #ES#
Dominiguez manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Sands keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Dominiguez swings wildly with an uppercut but Sands uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Dominiguez turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#SU#
Dominiguez stands up and beckons Sands to his feet.
Dominiguez pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Dominiguez closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Dominiguez successfully pulls guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sands is working Dominiguez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
Sands wants to control from the top but Dominiguez keeps moving.
Sands must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sands scoring with punches to the head and body.
Sands is in close to Dominiguez's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dominiguez working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sands.
Sands cracks Dominiguez with a solid left hand.
Sands passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Dominiguez is trying to maintain the position but Sands is very close to passing his half guard.
Sands throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Sands landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #ES#
Dominiguez has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Sands is on him like a limpet, forcing Dominiguez back against the cage.#TD#
Dominiguez gets a trip takedown into half guard.#T3#
Dominiguez throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Sands to regain full guard.
Sands is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Sands controlling Dominiguez's posture.
Dominiguez prevents Sands from getting back to his feet.
Dominiguez looking to sit in guard and control but Sands gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Sands postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Sands connects with a couple of short punches.#T4##SUB#
Dominiguez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sands gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sands makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Dominiguez throws his legs up looking for a submission but Sands uses it to pass to side control.
Sands connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Dominiguez some visible discomfort.
Sands scoring with punches from side control.
Dominiguez is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Sands has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Dominiguez taking punishment in the form of punches.
Sands in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Sands has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Sands lands a big shot there that rocks Dominiguez but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bobby Sands will probably get the nod.
That's time! Dominiguez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL2#
Sands has managed to clinch.
Dominiguez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Dominiguez pulls guard successfully.
Bobby Sands has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sands postures up and lands a big shot to Dominiguez's brow.
Sands landing with the ground and pound.
Dominiguez wants to stand and escape but Sands is having none of it.
Sands landing with the ground and pound.
Sands prevents Dominiguez from getting back to his feet.
Sands makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands connects with a couple of short punches.
Sands stands up over Dominiguez, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Dominiguez is looking for a triangle but Sands pushes his legs off easily.
Sands missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Dominiguez being controlled here, momentarily.
Dominiguez keeping moving, preventing Sands from controlling successfully.
Dominiguez trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Sands in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Dominiguez is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Dominiguez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sands can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dominiguez wants to stand but Sands is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sands throws an overhand right that lands on Dominiguez's shoulder, as Dominiguez tries to avoid the shot. #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.
Good shot there by Sands.
Sands has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Dominiguez wants to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Sands on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sands throws a right hand that Dominiguez ducks under and follows up with a left that Dominiguez also avoids with ease.
Sands throws a series of punches but Dominiguez moves out of range.
Sands tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dominiguez swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Cruz Dominiguez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sands tries for a takedown but Dominiguez sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Sands fails with a takedown attempt. #CL#
Dominiguez moves into range and clinches up with Sands.#BC#
Dominiguez breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Sands darts in and clinches Dominiguez up against the cage.
Sands lands a shoulder strike.
Dominiguez gets underhooks to prevent Sands's takedown attempt.
Cruz Dominiguez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.#T3#
Sands drops down looking for an ankle pick but Dominiguez pulls his leg out and moves away.
Sands throws a body shot but no joy.
Dominiguez is looking to counter the offense by Sands and move into the clinch.
Sands paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Dominiguez tries a head kick but it misses.
Sands circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sands circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dominiguez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dominiguez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dominiguez tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Sands counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sands swats away the attempt to clinch by Dominiguez.
Dominiguez throws a head kick but Sands moves out of range. #CL2#
Sands has closed the distance and engaged Dominiguez in a clinch.
Sands is trying to pull guard but Dominiguez has him pressed against the cage.
Sands stops a takedown attempt from Dominiguez.
A short left from Dominiguez. #T4#
A nice left hand lands by Dominiguez.
Sands wants to take the fight to the mat but Dominiguez manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sands is looking to control Dominiguez's arms but Dominiguez gets an underhook and turns him. Now Sands has his back to the cage.
Dominiguez lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sands backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sands tries to pull guard but Dominiguez forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Sands fails to pull guard.
Sands is trying to drag Dominiguez to the mat but Dominiguez just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Dominiguez prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sands tries to break free but Dominiguez pushes him back against the cage.
Sands tries to pull guard but Dominiguez forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Sands blocking some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Bobby Sands will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##CL#
Dominiguez moves into range and clinches up with Sands.#TD#
Dominiguez drags the fight down to the ground.
Sands wants to control from the top but Dominiguez keeps moving.
Sands content to stall in guard here.
Sands throws a big right hand that misses.
Sands makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Dominiguez wants to stand but Sands is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands works over Dominiguez with some ground and pound from guard.
Sands trying to control but Dominiguez is working from the bottom.
Dominiguez trying to strike off his back. #T1##SUB#
Dominiguez working for submissions but it's allowed Sands to get to half guard.
Sands is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Sands not doing much here.
Dominiguez pushes Sands off looking to stand but Sands dives back in and keeps control.
Sands lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Sands 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.
Dominiguez on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bobby Sands is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Sands sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Sands is keen to just control but Dominiguez is a slippery customer.
Sands perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Dominiguez is not content to let Sands control the position.
Still in half guard, Sands seems content to control.
Dominiguez gets full guard.
Dominiguez throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Dominiguez trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Cruz Dominiguez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sands trying to control but Dominiguez is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nice takedown defense from Dominiguez. No joy for Sands on that attempt.
Dominiguez throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Sands counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T3#
Sands trying to control the position from guard on top but Dominiguez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES#
Dominiguez manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Dominiguez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Dominiguez as Sands shoots in.
Dominiguez scores with a kick to the body. #CL#
Dominiguez gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Dominiguez breaks the clinch.
Sands shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dominiguez as he avoids it easily.
Cruz Dominiguez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
Sands with a nice cross.
Dominiguez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sands manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dominiguez is looking to clinch.
Dominiguez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sands.
Dominiguez throws a head kick that misses. #T4#
Dominiguez fakes the leg kick and cracks Sands in the body.
Sands takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dominiguez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sands throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sands shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dominiguez but Dominiguez pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dominiguez plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT#
It looks like Bobby Sands has been cut.
Dominiguez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A head kick misses from Dominiguez.
Dominiguez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sands.
Sands throws out a counter right but Dominiguez avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Sands tries to keep at a distance but Dominiguez has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dominiguez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sands has Dominiguez pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dominiguez manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cruz Dominiguez showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Sands 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: XF 12
Date: Jun 22, 2019

#R1#
Diop Ndiaye tries to clinch but Sands is having none of it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sands.
Sands scores with a jab.#TD2#
Sands feints and as Diop Ndiaye raises his hands in defense, Sands changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sands slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Diop Ndiaye escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sands gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sands postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Sands with a nice head shot there.
Sands lands a couple of elbows.#ROC2#
Diop Ndiaye is rocked!
Sands chips away with some ground and pound.
Oh Diop Ndiaye is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Diop Ndiaye seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Sands looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sands arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Diop Ndiaye's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands gave a mention to Urban Fighter in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: XF 5
Date: May 11, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Sands gets a double leg takedown into Supuaga's guard.
Sands won't allow Supuaga to get back to his feet.
Sands throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Supuaga preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sands scoring with punches to the head and body.
Sands distracts Supuaga with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Sands is working Supuaga over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Sands trying to control the position from guard on top but Supuaga is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Supuaga is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Sands trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Supuaga avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sands lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Sands throws a big right hand that misses.
Sands trying to control the position from guard on top but Supuaga is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Sands preventing the sweep.
Sands scoring with some ground and pound.
Supuaga wants to stand and escape but Sands is having none of it.
Supuaga working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sands.
Supuaga has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Supuaga gets caught napping as Sands dives in and scores a takedown. Supuaga manages to retain guard.
Supuaga not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sands throwing strikes but missing.
Sands wants to control from the top but Supuaga keeps moving. #T2#
Sands with a nice head shot there.
Supuaga has control of Sands's left arm, preventing Sands from doing any damage.
Sands looking to sit in guard and control but Supuaga gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Supuaga would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Sands has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Supuaga can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Supuaga stopping the sweep attempt from Sands.#T3#
Supuaga tries to free his leg and advance position but Sands is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Sands working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Supuaga doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Sands is tightening it up a little... Supuaga has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Supuaga reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Supuaga taps out! Nice BJJ there by Sands!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 01, 2019

#R1#
Toprak throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Sands counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Sands drives through and clinches with Toprak against the cage. #TD#
Sands gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Sands is pushing down on Toprak's leg trying to pass to half guard. Toprak is fighting to maintain full guard but Sands has managed to sneak the leg through.
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. Sands connects with a nice short shot to Toprak's temple.
Sands landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Sands thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Toprak's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Toprak taking some punishment here, with Sands in his half guard.
Sands lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sands working over Toprak with some ground and pound. Toprak looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Toprak is defending against the submission attempts here by Sands.
Sands missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1#
Toprak wants to get back to his feet.
Sands controlling the action here.
Sands thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Sands passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Toprak!
Toprak takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Sands looking to finish Toprak with some ground and pound. This is bad for Toprak!#ROC#
Toprak is rocked!
Toprak is working to get back to half guard.
Toprak is still in real trouble! Can Sands finish him?
Sands lands a big elbow - Toprak is in trouble! More strikes from the mount and Toprak is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Urban Fighter for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 19, 2019

#R1#
Sands tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Price counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Price scores with a jab.
We've been informed that Sands has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Sands scores with a jab. Price acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Price lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sands throws a shot to the body.
Sands wants to clinch up but Price keeps it at a distance.
Price throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Price misses with a low kick.
Price bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big left from Price misses.
Sands tries to clinch but Price is having none of it.
Price slaps away a takedown attempt from Sands, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Price lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sands throws a hook but Price blocks it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sands walks into a stiff left hand from Price.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Price. Beautiful body shot.
Sands keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sands drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Price defends it well.
A jab from Sands misses.
Price darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sands shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Price as he jumps to the side.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Price, right into the meat.
Sands digs a good body shot into Price's ribs.
Price cracks Sands with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Price will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Price keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Price scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Price throws a leg kick but Sands moved away.#T2#
Sands scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Price ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Price swats away the attempt to clinch by Sands.
Price is looking to counter punch.
A slow jab from Sands misses its intended target. #CL#
Price moves into the clinch.
Price misses with a body punch.
Sands is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Price swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Price lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sands backwards.
Price lands with a light punch inside.
Price misses with the head strike.
Price misses with a short punch on the inside.
Price misses with a punch to the body.
The referee calls for Price to work. #T3#
Price scores with a shoulder strike.
Sands is trying to pull guard but Price turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Ozzie Price has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
Price lands a shoulder strike.
Price can't find room to land a body shot as Sands controls the action.
Price tries a body shot but Sands blocks it.
Sands prevents a body shot from Price. #BC#
Price breaks from the clinch.
Price swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sands.
Price avoids the body shot from Sands.
Price lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sands's sensitive parts.
Sands misses with a straight right.
Price swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sands.
Price throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Price ducks under a wild hook from Sands.#T4#
Price pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Price looks to land a right hand but Sands moved out of range.
Sands misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Price counters by moving into the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Price swings wildly with an uppercut but Sands uses good head movement to avoid it.
Price lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Price misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Price on the inside.
Price lands a hook to the side of the head.
Price swings wildly with an uppercut but Sands uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Price fails to land. #BC#
Price breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sands closes the distance and clinches up with Price, looking for a takedown. Sands pushes Price against the cage but Price circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ozzie Price dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Price darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sands is defended easily by Price.
Sands has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Price.
Sands falls off balance throwing a combination
and Price counters with an outside leg kick.
Sands doesn't manage to clinch there - Price circles away.
Price lands with an overhand left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Price ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sands takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sands missing with a left hand there. Price was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Price throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Price paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Price staying out of range there.
Price throws a jab when Sands was well out of range.
Ozzie Price is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Price just misses with a punch to the body.
Price lands with a shot to the body.
Price throws a jab but it's blocked by Sands.
Sands fails with the takedown.
Sands walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sands sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Price lands an overhand right.
Sands misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ozzie Price has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
Price keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sands.
Price stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A swing and a miss from Sands.#T2#
A shot to the body from Price misses
and Sands counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sands tries for a takedown but Price sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Price is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sands can do to turn this around?
Sands walks forward, straight into a front kick from Price.
A head kick by Price misses #TD2#
and Sands counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Sands is breathing heavily.
Price tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Sands is keen to just control but Price is a slippery customer.
Sands throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Sands has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Price landing a few short strikes.
Price missing with punches from the bottom.
Price missing with punches from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Price landing small, sideways elbows.
Price tries to roll over but Sands keeps him under control.
Price is pressing down on Sands's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Price throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #T3#
Price preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sands won't allow Price to sweep him here.
Sands works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sands blocks the strikes from Price.
Price tries to roll over but Sands keeps him under control.
Price flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Price tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Price makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Price.
Price lands with a heel strike from the guard.
Sands scoring with punches to the head and body.
Price doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Sands landing some decent shots from guard.
Price throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Sands trying to control the position from guard on top but Price is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sands postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
Price scores with a couple of body punches from the bottom.
Price throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Sands lands a couple of elbows.
Sands scoring with punches to the head and body.
Sands postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sands connects with a couple of short punches.
Sands is in close to Price's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Sands working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Price's head.
Price doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Price looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sands is one step ahead there.
Sands throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Price works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Sands is in close to Price's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Price manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sands manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Sands working a defensive guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ozzie Price dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Price connects with a body shot that sends Sands's belly button to the back.#CL#
Price drives through and clinches with Sands against the cage.
Price working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Price lands a hook that snaps the head of Sands backwards.
Price lands a nice shot to the body. #TD2#
Sands tightens his grip and picks Price up, before dumping him to the ground. Price manages to land in guard.
Bobby Sands has got the better of the ground game so far.
Price lands some strikes from the bottom.
Price throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Price throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Sands working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Price's head.
Price throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Price trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Price is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Price throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
Price looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Price thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sands's head.
Price stops Sands from getting back to his feet.
Price not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sands blocking the ground and pound attempt from Price.
Price throwing shots but Sands is blocking nicely.
Sands moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Price scoring with some ground and pound.
Price working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Price accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sands avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Price throwing strikes but missing.
Price is looking to work some ground and pound but Sands has wrist control.#T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Price's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sands is on top in guard. #REVB#
Sands is looking to work some ground and pound but Price has wrist control.#SUB2#
Sands drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sands jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Price thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Price striking from the bottom here.
Price punching from the bottom.
Price will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Price throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Price trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Price throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Price will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Sands working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Price's head.
Price doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #T3#
Sands scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sands connects with a couple of short punches.
Sands is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Price thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Sands distracts Price with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Sands lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Sands working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sands throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Price throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Price striking off his back.
Sands working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Price throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Sands is on the wrong end of a couple of strikes there.
Price throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
No joy there for Sands, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Price circles away from the clinch attempt
letting Price counter with a right hand.
Ozzie Price is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Price throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sands shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Price finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Bobby Sands has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sands takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sands takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Price throws a nice inside leg kick.
Price buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Price connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sands momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sands gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A nice combination there by Price.
Price lands a really nice looking cross but Sands seems unphased.
Price throws a body shot but no joy.
Despite the aggression on Sands's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ozzie Price showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Price, 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ozzie Price!
Our winner, Ozzie Price, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 31, 2019

#R1#
Sands throws a right hand that Pentele ducks under and follows up with a left that Pentele also avoids with ease.
Sands takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Pentele misses the shot to the body.
Pentele comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sands lands a jab to the head.
Pentele lands a nice shot that snaps Sands's head back.
Pentele ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD#
Sands fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Pentele to the ground. Sands is now in Pentele's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sands tries to free his leg and advance position but Pentele is retaining full guard.
Pentele avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Pentele utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #ES2#
Pentele wriggles free and stands up.
Pentele connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sands takes a jab right on the kisser. #T1#
Sands with a poor takedown
and Pentele counters with a series of strikes. Sands will be more careful next time no doubt.
Pentele has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Sands fails to land with a series of punches.
Pentele lands with a good body shot.
Pentele works Sands's body with a nice hook.
Pentti Pentele is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pentele scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Pentele darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sands needs to keep his hands up - Pentele had a free shot at his head there.
Pentele lands with a shot to the body.
Sands seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Sands misses.
Sands walks into a straight right hand from Pentele.
Sands slips a jab and a cross from Pentele. #TD#
Sands drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Sands tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T2#
Pentele is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Pentele is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Sands is controlling him well.
Pentele can't do much from the bottom here.
Pentele might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sands haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Sands lands a few punches from side control.
Sands wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pentele keeps working.
Sands throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T3#
Pentele avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Sands.
Sands creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Pentele sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Sands misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Sloppy strikes there by Sands.
Sands creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Pentele sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Sands fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Sands looks up at the clock and then as Pentele takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Sands smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Sands with the ground and pound but Pentele regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Pentele keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sands is keen to just control but Pentele is a slippery customer.#T4#
Sands missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sands trying to pass the guard but Pentele defending well.
Sands throwing shots but Pentele is blocking nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sands prevents Pentele from standing back up.
Sands not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sands wants to control but Pentele is keeping him busy.
Sands thows a huge punch but Pentele dodges it nicely.
Pentele tries to kick Sands off but Sands keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Sands throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Pentele makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Pentele.
Pentele working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pentti Pentele dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Pentele digs a good hook to Sands's body.
Pentele tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sands with a poor takedown
and Pentele counters with a lovely shot to the body.#TD#
Sands looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Pentele has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pentele keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sands thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Pentele avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sands.
Pentele pushes Sands off looking to stand but Sands dives back in and keeps control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands trying to control the action but Pentele is working from the bottom.
Sands 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.
Sands thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Pentele's head.
Sands 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.#T1#
Pentele keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sands trying to control from Pentele's half guard. Pentele has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sands 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.
Sands throws a big elbow that misses. #SU#
Sands stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Sands throws a lazy right hand but Pentele sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pentele unleashes a big counter combination but Sands bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sands on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Sands dodges the punch combination from Pentele.
Pentele connects with a right hand. Sands shakes it off.#T2#
Sands tries to clinch but Pentele is having none of it.
Pentele ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sands moves away.
Sands checks the leg kick.
Pentele scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Pentti Pentele seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sands shoots and misses
and Pentele counters with a nice body shot.
Sands shoots in and drives through. Pentele sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pentele moves out of range as Sands strikes.
Sands looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Pentele is fending him off so far but Sands persists. Nope, Pentele circles away and we're back to standing.
Sands misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pentele.
Nice sprawl there from Pentele as Sands shoots in.
Pentele is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Sands rather than just go for the knockout.
Good standup being displayed there by Pentele as he connects with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sands tries to clinch but Pentele moves out of range.
Pentele thuds his right hand into Sands's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sands blocks a head kick by Pentele. #T3#
Pentele works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Pentele connects with a body shot that sends Sands's belly button to the back.
Sands ducks right into an uppercut from Pentele.
Pentele moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sands walks into a straight right hand from Pentele.#TD#
Sands closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Sands tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pentele is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sands fails to land a wild elbow strike. #T4#
Sands misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pentele tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sands throws a strike aimed at the side of Pentele's head but Pentele avoids it well.
Sands in side control lands a decent elbow.
Sands looks up at the clock and then as Pentele takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Sands smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Sloppy strikes there by Sands.
Sands working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Sands tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pentti Pentele showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Pentele lands a jab to the nose.
Pentele defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sands.
Pentele scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Pentele lands a jab to the nose.
Pentele defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sands.
Pentele scores with a jab to the jaw.
Pentele lands with a cross.
Pentele ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sands moves away.#TD#
Sands throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Pentele tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sands is in Pentele's guard.#ES2#
Pentele has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Sands is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sands has Pentele pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Pentele manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pentele lands with a short shot to the head.
Pentele stalls. #T1#
Pentele working aggressively here.
Sands looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Sands tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Pentele just stands there and leans against the cage.
Sands being controlled against the cage.
Sands tries to break the clinch but Pentele is controlling the position.
A hook to the body from Pentele.
Sands drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Pentti Pentele is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pentele is defending well against a takedown attempt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Pentele. #TD#
Sands gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Sands is looking to work some ground and pound but Pentele has wrist control.
Pentele controlling Sands's posture.
Sands scoring with some ground and pound. #T3#
Pentele utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sands looking to pass the guard.
Sands not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sands working some strikes from top position.
Pentele avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sands stands up over Pentele, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Sands postures up in Pentele's guard and throws a big left but Pentele blocks it.
Sands in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sands loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bobby Sands overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sands loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Pentele is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bobby Sands has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sands trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sands throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Pentele works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sands has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Pentele.
Pentele lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sands at a distance.
Sands changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Pentele tries to avoid it but Sands manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Pentele to the ground. Pentele escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Pentele on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Pentele 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.
Pentele scores with a shot to the body.
Sands fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pentele manages to avoid it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pentti Pentele!
An out of breath Pentti Pentele thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Trash Fights 6 (155 Structure)
Date: Jan 18, 2019

#R1#
Sands misses with a looping right.
Creepy moves out of range of the strikes.
Sands has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Creepy is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Creepy blocks a leg kick.
It appears Creepy was looking to counter with a kick there.#CL#
Sands gets tackled into the cage by Creepy. Creepy maintains the clinch.
Sands jumps guard but Creepy stands there with Sands around his waist. Sands gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Creepy gets through Sands's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Creepy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sandss head.
Creepy lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Creepy lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sands wants to take the fight to the mat but Creepy manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Creepy lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sands backwards. #BC#
Creepy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sands takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sands attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Creepy gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Sands.#T1#
Creepy dips to his left and cracks Sands with an uppercut!
Sands shoots in and drives through. Creepy sprawls well.
Uncle Creepy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
Creepy paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#ROC#
Sands is rocked!
Sands gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Creepy gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Uncle Creepy!
Uncle Creepy seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Trash Fights 5
Date: Jan 11, 2019

#R1#
Sands uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hollywood.
Sands tests Hollywood's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hollywood moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#
It looks like Bobby Sands has been cut.
Sands misses with a straight left.
Sands closes the distance but Hollywood moves to the side
enabling Hollywood to counter with a crisp jab.
Hollywood connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sands's hands.
Hollywood misses with a straight right.
Hollywood clobbers Sands with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hollywood throws a hook to the side of Sands's head but Sands sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sands with the counter takedown but Hollywood avoids it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sands looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Sands fails with a takedown attempt.
Hollywood throws a big counter combination but Sands scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Sands rushes Hollywood and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Hollywood's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Hollywood lands a jab.
Frankie Hollywood is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hollywood throws a shot from downtown. Sands moves away and avoids it.
Hollywood is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sands.
Sands avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hollywood scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sands slips under a jab.
Hollywood misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sands appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice body punch from Hollywood.
Sands ducks under a wild hook from Hollywood.
Nice sprawl there from Hollywood as Sands shoots in.
Frankie Hollywood has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sands fails to pull guard. #T2#
Sands fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Sands wants a takedown but no success here. #BC#
Hollywood manages to break the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sands misses with a looping left.
Hollywood avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sands ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hollywood moves away.
Hollywood scores with a hook.
Hollywood fails to land with a series of punches.
Hollywood throws out a powerful jab.#ROC#
Sands is rocked!
Hollywood fails to land with a series of punches.
Sands is still on wobbly legs! Can Hollywood finish him?
Hollywood ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sands seems to have recovered his senses.
Sands throws an overhand right that lands on Hollywood's shoulder, as Hollywood tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Sands clinches with his opponent.
Sands has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hollywood avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T3##BC#
Hollywood breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hollywood drops Sands with a naaaaasty hook - Sands is in real trouble here! Hollywood dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Frankie Hollywood!
An out of breath and clearly excited Frankie Hollywood thanked Red Light Coffeeshop for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: Trash Fights 2
Date: Jan 02, 2019

#R1#
McVaughn tries to bum rush Sands with a series of wild strikes but Sands uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sands dives in and grabs McVaughn's left leg, looking for a takedown. McVaughn pushes down on Sands's head and hops out.
Sands tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but McVaughn swivels and escapes.
Sands fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
McVaughn closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sands tries to break the clinch but McVaughn is controlling the position.
McVaughn lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McVaughn displaying some good clinch control by pressing Sands up against the cage.
McVaughn lands an uppercut.
McVaughn crunches a lovely knee into Sands's ribcage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McVaughn tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sands's elbow.
Sands is looking for a takedown.
McVaughn is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Sands blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McVaughn scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
McVaughn pushes Sands back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sands tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Sands can't get the takedown.
A right hand to the body from McVaughn. #TD#
Sands pulls guard effortlessly.
McVaughn controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Let's hope that McVaughn 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.
McVaughn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sands swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
McVaughn throwing strikes but missing.
Sands keeping moving, preventing McVaughn from controlling successfully.
Sands is trying to keep McVaughn in close.
McVaughn 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. #SUB#
Sands throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
McVaughn throws a strike but Sands rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McVaughn wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from McVaughn.
McVaughn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sands throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
McVaughn has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McVaughn working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sands.
Sands throwing strikes but missing.
McVaughn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sands in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McVaughn is trying to keep Sands in close. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sands takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sands misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sands gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McVaughn.
McVaughn lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The fighters circle momentarily. McVaughn darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
McVaughn pushes Sands away with a front kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gregory McVaughn 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#
Sands tries for a takedown but McVaughn sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Gregory McVaughn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sands with a lazy takedown attempt
and McVaughn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sands takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sands seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sands is defended easily by McVaughn.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
McVaughn gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Sands tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. McVaughn just stands there and leans against the cage.
McVaughn tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sands is trying to work for a single leg takedown but McVaughn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#
It looks like Bobby Sands has been cut.
McVaughn working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McVaughn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McVaughn scores with a nice hook to the head.
McVaughn lands a nice shot to the body.
McVaughn scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Sands goes for a takedown attempt but McVaughn pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
McVaughn throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
McVaughn misses with a double jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Sands misses the target.
Sands tries for a takedown but McVaughn sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A punch lands to the side of Sands 's head but he takes it in his stride.
McVaughn takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McVaughn lands a two punch combo.
Sands closes this distance looking for a takedown but McVaughn circles away.
McVaughn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sands.
McVaughn goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McVaughn connects with a solid leg kick.
McVaughn digs a good hook to Sands's body.
McVaughn connects with a crisp jab.
McVaughn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sands moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by McVaughn. That's going to slow Sands down. #T2#
McVaughn scores with a jab. Sands acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Sands is trying hard to land a takedown here. McVaughn sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Gregory McVaughn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McVaughn scores with a jab. Sands acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Sands tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but McVaughn defends well and Sands ends up having to push McVaughn into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sands wants to clinch up but McVaughn keeps it at a distance.
McVaughn cracks Sands with a right hand to the side of the head.
Gregory McVaughn seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McVaughn lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McVaughn lands with a nice combination. Sands backs away looking to recover.#ROC2#
Sands is rocked!#CL#
Sands closes the distance and pushes McVaughn back into the cage.
Oh Sands is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nice elbow from McVaughn.
The referee calls for McVaughn to work.
McVaughn pushes Sands back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
McVaughn is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Sands takes a shot to the head.
Clinched against the cage, McVaughn lands a big elbow that drops Sands! The ref dives in to save him from more shots - Sands is complaining that he's OK but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gregory McVaughn!
Gregory McVaughn thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 22, 2018

#R1#
Sands cracks Lentz with a good jab.
Sands waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lentz.
Sands shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lentz sprawls well. Lentz wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sands gets slowly back to his feet.
Lentz throws a right hand that misses #CL2#
and Sands counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Sands. #TD2#
Sands is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Lentz can't fight it off and eventually Sands manages to take the fight to the floor. Lentz looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Lentz pulls Sands in close to prevent any damage.
Lentz on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Lentz tries to get out of the position.
Sands postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sands is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lentz is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lentz has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Sands being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
Sands is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Lentz won't allow Sands to sweep him here.
Lentz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sands swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lentz is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sands trying to control the position here.
Sands looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lentz is one step ahead there.
Sands is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lentz is controlling him.
Lentz won't allow Sands to sweep him here.
Lentz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T3##SUB2#
Sands is looking for a triangle but Lentz pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Lentz has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Sands to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Lentz is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Sands pulls down on the head and he's put Lentz to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 12, 2018

#R1#
Sands lands an overhand right.
Sands lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bruce circles away quickly and effectively.
Sands will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Sands darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Bruce is trying to stand back up but Sands is controlling him
Sands missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Sands connects with a nice short shot to Bruce's temple.
Sands missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sands sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bruce defending well though.
Sands scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Sands working the head and body with strikes.
Sands lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bruce is staying active underneath Sands, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bruce looks like he's trying to stand up.
Ground and pound from Sands.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bruce keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1#
Sands lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Sands seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bruce has hold of Sands's hands but Sands slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Sands lands strikes from half guard.
Sands winds up and cracks Bruce with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Sands lands a nice short elbow.
Sands thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Sands content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Sands takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sands not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bruce pushes Sands off looking to stand but Sands dives back in and keeps control.
Bruce is breathing heavily.
Sands lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Sands lands with a punch from half guard.
Sands drops an elbow to the side of Bruce's head.
Sands working the head and body with strikes. #T2#
Sands 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.
Bruce pushes Sands off looking to stand but Sands dives back in and keeps control.
Sands is looking to take a break and control but Bruce is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sands wants to free his trapped foot but Bruce is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bruce keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Sands is looking for a kimura but Bruce is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sands to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Sands is working for a submission of some sort.
Bruce on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sands is taking a breather. Bruce says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Bruce wants to get back to his feet.
Sands slows the pace down in half guard.
Sands thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Sands is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Sands lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bruce knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Sands on the ground.
Sands is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
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. Sands connects with a nice short shot to Bruce's temple. #ROC2#
Bruce is rocked!#SUB2#
Sands is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bruce has managed to free his arm - good work.
Sands lands with a punch from half guard.
Oh Bruce is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sands lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Sands missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bruce seems to have got his legs back now.
Sands landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Sands winds up and cracks Bruce with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Bruce taking some punishment here, with Sands in his half guard.
Bruce is not content to let Sands control the position.
Sands lands a big elbow - Bruce is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Sands!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bobby Sands!
An out of breath Bobby Sands thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 06, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Spacey gets tackled into the cage by Sands. Sands maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Sands breaks the clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sands.
Spacey appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Sands feints and as Spacey raises his hands in defense, Sands changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sands throwing strikes but missing.
Sands working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Spacey's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sands drops back looking for a leg! Spacey is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Spacey manages to kick Sands off! Sands jumps back into Spacey's guard.
Sands stands and throws Spacey's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1##SUB2#
Sands has hold of Spacey's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Spacey seems comfortable defending it but Sands has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Spacey is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Spacey is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Sands couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bobby Sands!
During a confident post fight interview, Bobby Sands thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 30, 2018

#R1##CL#
Sands closes the distance and clinches.
Sands stops a takedown attempt from Spacey. #TD#
Sands lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sands in particular looking to stall.
Sands thows a huge punch but Spacey dodges it nicely.
Sands lands strikes from half guard.
Spacey really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sands. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sands lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Sands thows a huge punch but Spacey dodges it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spacey avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sands.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Spacey can do anything to dispel that myth.
Spacey avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sands. #T1#
Sands stalling.
Spacey has hold of Sands's hands but Sands slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Spacey is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Sands scores with a couple of nice shots.
Sands winds up and cracks Spacey with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #ROC#
Spacey is rocked!
Sands takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Spacey is still in real trouble! Can Sands finish him?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sands is trying for a kimura here. Spacey looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Sands wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bobby Sands!
A very excited looking Bobby Sands made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 23, 2018

#R1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by St Hype.
St Hype has been working on his boxing with his coaches at ELITE Island Gym - All Elite Coaches ($800/Week) in the buildup to the fight.
Sands avoids the body shot from St Hype.
St Hype scores with a jab. Sands acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
St Hype throws a series of punches but Sands avoids them all with ease.
St Hype throws a good cross that connects.
Sands misses with an uppercut.
It looked like St Hype wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
St Hype scores with a punch to the head.
St Hype lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
St Hype cracks Sands with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sands shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has St Hype pinned against the cage. St Hype gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
St Hype looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Good standup being displayed there by St Hype as he connects with a hook.
St Hype takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sands throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
St Hype scores with a hook to the body. Sands takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Sands moves away from the strike by St Hype.
Sands avoids a kick to the body.
Sands gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sands throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around St Hype's waist but St Hype gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sands off to one side.
St Hype changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
St Hype falls off balance throwing a combination
and Sands makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. St Hype really felt that one!
St Hype 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.
Sands closes this distance looking for a takedown but St Hype circles away.
Perry St Hype has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
Sands walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
St Hype getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sands shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and St Hype counters with a straight right hand.
St Hype lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
St Hype lands a nice looking body shot.
St Hype throws a good cross that connects. #ROC#
Sands is rocked!#T2#
BOOM! St Hype lands a beautiful left hook that drops Sands. Sands tries to recover but St Hype is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Sands lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Perry St Hype!
A very excited looking Perry St Hype made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 18, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Sands drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Spacey is working to avoid the ground and pound but Sands connects with a decent elbow.
Sands landing a few strikes.
Sands has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sands working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Sands is trying to get an arm triangle but Spacey is defending well.
Spacey defending against the ground and pound.
Spacey is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Sands grinds an elbow into Spacey's temple. #ROC2#
Spacey is rocked!
A big shot lands for Sands! That's hurt Spacey! Will he recover? Sands fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bobby Sands!
A victorious Bobby Sands 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: Sep 05, 2018

#R1#
Lentz stuffs the takedown.
Lentz tries to counter with a takedown but Sands is quick to defend against it.
Lentz shoots in for a takedown but Sands shows good takedown defense.
Sands takes a swing at Lentz's ribcage but misses.
Sands throws a body punch but Lentz moves out of range.
Sands throws a hook but Lentz blocks it.#TD2#
Lentz gets caught napping as Sands dives in and scores a takedown. Lentz manages to retain guard.
Lentz is pulling down on Sands's head. It's preventing any offense from Sands, at least for the moment.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Sands's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lentz has momentary wrist control but Sands slips an elbow through the middle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sands throwing strikes but missing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sands accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Sands trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lentz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lentz seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Sands with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lentz looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Sands throws a big elbow that misses. #SU2#
Sands stands and steps away. Lentz gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Nice sprawl there from Lentz as Sands shoots in.
Sands misses with a body shot. #TD2#
Sands drives through with a takedown into Lentz's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T2#
Lentz wants to control but Sands passes easily into half guard.
Sands lands strikes from half guard.
Ground and pound from Sands.
Lentz is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB2#
Sands is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Lentz as he works his way to full guard.
Sands throws a big right hand that misses.
Sands in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sands working some strikes from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sands scoring with some ground and pound.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lentz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sands working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Sands postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Sands thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sands accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Sands is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lentz is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lentz has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Sands looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sands can't keep his opponent in guard - Lentz advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T4#
Sands is refusing to be controlled, as Lentz sits in half guard.
Lentz wants to advance to full mount but Sands doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Sands is looking to stand up but Lentz isn't so interested in that idea.
Sands has his hands on Lentz's head, controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lentz won't allow Sands to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Sands dominated that round.
That's time! Lentz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD2#
Sands closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Sands takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sands is thwarting Lentz's attempts to control the position.
Sands tries to pass to full mount but Lentz defends it.
Sands looks to land a strike but Lentz avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#SUB#
Lentz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sands with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands is looking to work some ground and pound but Lentz has wrist control.
Sands working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lentz's head.
Sands loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lentz wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Lentz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sands loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lentz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sands.
Lentz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sands wants to control from the top but Lentz keeps moving.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Lentz trying to control the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sands lands with a hook. Lentz tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A combination from Lentz does no damage.
Sands has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sands.#TD2#
Sands fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lentz sprawls well initially but Sands persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Sands is taking a breather. Lentz says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T2##SUB2#
Sands is looking for a kimura but Lentz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sands to get the leverage.
Nice strikes from Sands there.
Lentz keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sands 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. #SUB2#
Sands looking for a submission but Lentz manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Sands wants to get up but he can't break Lentz's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Sands lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Sands postures up and lands a big shot to Lentz's brow.
Sands lands a couple of decent looking shots.#ROC2#
Lentz is rocked!
Sands has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sands throwing strikes from guard but Lentz blocks nicely.
Oh Lentz is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Lentz trying to control the position here.
Lentz seems to have got his legs back now.
Sands loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lentz wants to sweep but no luck.
Lentz pulls Sands in to control the position.
Sands wants to control from the top but Lentz keeps moving.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Sands postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Sands lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Lentz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Sands throws a big right hand that misses.
Sands is in close to Lentz's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Sands passes Lentz's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Lentz is defending against the submission attempts here by Sands. #SUB2#
Sands is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sands thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Sands showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sands fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sands.
Sands uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lentz.
Sands moves out of range of the strikes.
Sands darts in looking for a takedown but Lentz gets double underhooks and turns Sands into the cage.
Ryan Lentz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
Sands tried to score with a low kick but Lentz checks it.
Sands throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sands looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Lentz gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lentz stops a takedown attempt from Sands.
Sands is trying to pull guard but Lentz turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Lentz is trying to trip Sands. He has hold of a leg but Sands is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Lentz persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#T1#
Sands is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Lentz wants to control from the top but Sands keeps moving.
Lentz 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.
Sands wants to get back to his feet but Lentz is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sands controls Lentz momentarily but Lentz frees himself.
Bobby Sands is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lentz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lentz misses with an uppercut.
And Sands tries to counter it with a takedown but Lentz pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Lentz misses with a series of wild punches.
Sands doesn't manage to clinch there - Lentz circles away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sands or perhaps it was just good defense by Lentz, which made it look bad.
Sands scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lentz in his tracks. #T3##TD#
Lentz gets the takedown into side control.
Sands sneaks back into half guard.
Lentz trying to pass the guard but Sands defending well.
Sands is looking to improve his position.
Lentz content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4#
Lentz trying to control the action but Sands is working from the bottom.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Lentz trying to control from Sands's half guard. Sands has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Sands trying to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lentz wants to control from the top but Sands keeps moving.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: KOFC 119 - Andreev vs Song
Date: Aug 19, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Sands gets a double leg takedown into Benitez's guard.#SUB#
Benitez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sands defends it easily.
Benitez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sands is one step ahead there.
Sands working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sands throws a big elbow that misses.
Sands trying to control the position from guard on top but Benitez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sands keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Benitez's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Benitez is pulling down on Sands's head to control his posture. #SUB#
Benitez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sands can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Sands loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Benitez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sands throwing strikes from guard but Benitez blocks nicely. #SUB#
Benitez throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sands loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Benitez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sands's guard. #REVR#
Benitez content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Benitez with a flurry of punches that miss.
Benitez has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Benitez throwing strikes but missing.
Benitez working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sands's head.
Benitez won't allow Sands to get back to his feet. #T2#
Sands keeping full guard, as Benitez tries to pass.
Sands is looking to stand up but Benitez isn't so interested in that idea.
Benitez is looking to work some ground and pound but Sands has wrist control.
Benitez connects with a couple of short punches.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sands utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Benitez 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.
Benitez with a flurry of punches that miss.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sands wants to stand but Benitez is controlling the position.
Benitez chips away with some ground and pound.
Sands wants to stand and escape but Benitez is having none of it.
Benitez with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Sands is trying to control the position but Benitez postures up. #SUB#
Benitez drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sands looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sands looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sands! #REVB#
Benitez manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Sands missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Benitez moves into full guard.
Sands missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sands is in close to Benitez's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Sands trying to control but Benitez is working from the bottom.
Benitez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Benitez is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T4#
Benitez pulls Sands in close to prevent any damage.
Benitez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Benitez working a defensive guard here.
Sands landing with the ground and pound.
Sands scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sands chips away with some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Sands thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sands in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Agustin Benitez dominated that round.
That's time! Benitez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Benitez clinches.
Sands tries for a takedown but Benitez manages to get underhooks.
Benitez lands with a left to the head.
Benitez prevents the takedown attempt.
Sands jumps guard but Benitez stands there with Sands around his waist. Sands gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Agustin Benitez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
Sands's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Benitez manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Benitez gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands being controlled against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Benitez.#T1#
Benitez misses with a punch to the body.
Benitez lands an elbow just above Sands 's eye.
Benitez is pushing Sands up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Benitez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sands tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Benitez just stands there and leans against the cage.
Sands goes for a takedown attempt but Benitez pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL#
Benitez gets a clinch.
Benitez'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.
Stalling in the clinch from Benitez. #T2#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Benitez seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Agustin Benitez.
Sands is trying hard to land a takedown here. Benitez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Benitez tries to counter with a takedown but Sands is quick to defend against it.#CL#
Benitez moves into range and clinches up with Sands.
Benitez lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sands changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Benitez fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Sands changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Benitez tries to avoid it but Sands manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Benitez to the ground. Benitez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Benitez is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Sands.
Benitez doesn't manage to clinch there - Sands circles away. #CL#
Benitez has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sands letting Benitez take a breather here.
A short left from Benitez.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Benitez manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Sands distracts Benitez with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Sands trying to control but Benitez is working from the bottom.
Benitez is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Sands must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3#
Sands looking to sit in guard and control but Benitez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Benitez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Benitez trying to control but Sands is working from the bottom.
Benitez throwing strikes from guard but Sands blocks nicely.
Benitez is working Sands over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Sands keeping moving, preventing Benitez from controlling successfully.
Benitez lands a couple of elbows.
Benitez trying to control but Sands is working from the bottom.
Benitez landing with the ground and pound. #T4#
Benitez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sands is keeping the position for now.
Sands working a defensive guard here.
Benitez passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Sands takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Benitez is looking to take a break and control but Sands is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Benitez sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Sands is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sands takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Agustin Benitez dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sands keeps the fight on the outside.
A little jabbing left from Sands on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Benitez instigates a clinch.
Benitez misses with a body punch.
Agustin Benitez has scored more points in the clinch so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Benitez. #TD2#
Sands manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Benitez throws a strike but Sands rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Benitez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sands defends well.
Benitez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Benitez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Sands working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Benitez's head.#SUB#
Benitez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sands defends it easily.
Benitez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Benitez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Benitez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Benitez thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Benitez has control of Sands's left arm, preventing Sands from doing any damage.
Agustin Benitez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sands working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Benitez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sands defends well.
Sands trying to control but Benitez is working from the bottom. #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.
Sands landing with the ground and pound.
Benitez wants to stand up but Sands is controlling him. #SUB#
Benitez is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sands throws a strike but Benitez rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Benitez wants to control from the top but Sands keeps moving.
Sands is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Benitez stands up over Sands, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T3#
Sands is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Benitez is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Benitez content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Benitez postures up in Sands's guard and throws a big left but Sands blocks it.
Benitez is looking to pass into half guard but Sands pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Sands is in guard.#REVB##SUB#
Benitez is looking for a triangle but Sands pushes his legs off easily.
Benitez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sands can do to turn this around?
Sands trying to control the position from guard on top but Benitez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Benitez working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sands. #SUB#
Benitez is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sands is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
Sands postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Benitez looking to control.
Sands postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Bobby Sands has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Agustin Benitez is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Benitez controlling the position.
Sands throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Benitez working for a triangle but Sands defends it easily.
Sands is fighting to break Benitez's control of his arms but Benitez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sands loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.

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 Agustin Benitez.
Well Benitez 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:26
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:26
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Agustin Benitez!

Event: KOFC 112 - Slurper vs Knox
Date: Jun 30, 2018

#R1#
McGrady keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGrady lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Sands tries to close the distance and clinch up but McGrady swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sands misses with a looping right.
Sands tries to clinch there but McGrady circles away.
Sands feints a jab promting McGrady to slip. Sands then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McGrady slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Sands throws a series of punches but McGrady avoids them all with ease.
McGrady steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sands.
Sands is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
McGrady throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CUT#
It looks like Bobby Sands has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sands fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
McGrady goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#ROC#
Sands is rocked!
McGrady feints a kick and comes over the top with a right hand, followed by a left hook - both land, sending Sands crashing to the mat! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Chosu McGrady!

Event: KOFC 108 - Karelin vs Mubango
Date: May 26, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Benitez clinches.
A short right from Benitez on the inside.
Benitez is pushing Sands up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Benitez is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sands is defending well.
Sands is trying to pull guard but Benitez has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Sands jumps into guard, dragging Benitez to the mat.
Sands preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sands preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Benitez throws a strike but Sands rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sands postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands postures up.
Benitez is controlling Sands's posture.
Benitez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sands would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Benitez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sands has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Benitez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Benitez has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at IC&E Academy. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Benitez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Sands's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Benitez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sands defends well.
Benitez preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Sands postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Benitez is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Sands, into his guard. #REVB#
Sands is trying to keep Benitez in close.
Benitez lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T2#
Sands utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Benitez postures up.
Benitez working some strikes from top position.
Benitez postures up and lands a big shot to Sands's brow.
Sands has momentary wrist control but Benitez slips an elbow through the middle.
Sands avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Benitez lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Benitez postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Benitez has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Benitez in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sands utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Benitez drops back looking for a leg! Sands is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sands manages to kick Benitez off! Benitez jumps back into Sands's guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Benitez throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Sands is trying to keep Benitez in close.
Benitez advances position into side control!
Benitez in side control lands a decent elbow.
Benitez scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Sands to see if he's OK.
Sands taking punishment in the form of punches.
Sands dodges the ground and pound from Benitez.
A lull in the action here.
Benitez working away.
Benitez misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #T4#
Sands is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Sands looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Benitez trying to control the position but Sands is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Benitez tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Benitez has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sands gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Benitez looking to finish Sands with some ground and pound. This is bad for Sands!
Benitez with a couple of short strikes.
Benitez looking to control but Sands is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sands in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Benitez cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Benitez cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers! #ROC2#
Sands is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Agustin Benitez dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Sands with a poor takedown #TD2#
and Benitez counters with a nice double leg into side control. Sands won't be happy with that.
Oh Sands is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sands is trying to control Benitez's posture but Benitez avoids it.
Sands seems to have got his legs back now.
Benitez working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #SUB2#
Benitez is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sands knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Benitez tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Agustin Benitez has got the better of the ground game so far.
Benitez in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Benitez tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Benitez scores with punches from side control.
Benitez working the ground and pound but Sands is defending the strikes. #T1##SUB2#
Benitez is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Sands looks calm but he's in trouble here. Benitez gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Sands is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Benitez lets go of the hold and Sands can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Agustin Benitez!

Event: Gladiators 68 Jimmy v Hero
Date: Dec 24, 2017

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Sands or perhaps it was just good defense by Pepper, which made it look bad.
Pepper is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A shot to the liver by Pepper. Beautiful body shot.
Sands takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pepper shoots in looking for a takedown but Sands manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pepper's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Pepper lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sands shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sands tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pepper swivels and escapes.
Ryan Pepper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
Sands misses with a double jab.
Sands shoots for a takedown but Pepper saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sands fails to land the takedown.
Pepper stuffs the takedown attempt from Sands. Sands gets slowly back to his feet.
Pepper scores with a nice strike.
Sands wants to clinch but Pepper slips to the side
and Pepper counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Pepper misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Pepper ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ryan Pepper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sands walks into a stiff left hand from Pepper.
Pepper leaves Sands with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Pepper feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sands's calf.#CL2#
Sands closes the distance and clinches.
Pepper tries to throw a body punch but Sands avoids it by throwing Pepper back against the cage.
A hook to the body from Pepper.
Sands tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Sands blocks an uppercut.
Sands's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Pepper lands a shoulder strike.
Nice body punch from Pepper. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pepper misses with a punch to the body.
Pepper tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Pepper lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sands.
Pepper scores with a shoulder strike.
Pepper throws a punch but it's blocked by Sands. #TD2#
Sands gets control of Pepper's arms and successfully pulls guard. Sands will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Sands is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pepper is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Sands throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pepper is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Pepper's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sands under the eye.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
A combination from Sands does no damage.
Pepper getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#TD2#
Sands changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Pepper looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Sands working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Sands thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Pepper is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sands misses with the ground and pound.
Pepper avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Sands.
Pepper takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan Pepper dominated that round.
That's time! Pepper's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Sands darts in looking for a takedown but Pepper gets double underhooks and turns Sands into the cage.
Pepper scores with a shot to the body.
Sands shoots in and drives through. Pepper sprawls well.
Pepper lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sands at a distance.
Pepper swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sands.
Sands tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Pepper defends well and Sands ends up having to push Pepper into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Pepper swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ryan Pepper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
Pepper scores with a shot to the body. #CL#
Pepper fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sands, pushing him back against the cage.
Pepper lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sands.
Nice body punch from Pepper - that landed with a thud.
A short uppercut from Pepper.
A short uppercut from Pepper.
Sands is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pepper lands with a left to the head. #ROC#
Sands is rocked!
Pepper lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sands is still on wobbly legs! Can Pepper finish him?
Pepper lands a big right hand that drops Sands! The killer instinct kicks in and Pepper finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Pepper!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ryan Pepper!
Ryan Pepper decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: RFL 24: Kriel vs Murhaa
Date: May 13, 2017

#R1#
Sands looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dave is fending him off so far but Sands persists. Nope, Dave circles away and we're back to standing.
Sands fails with the takedown
and Dave counters with a nice body kick.
Dave clobbers Sands with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Dave leaves Sands with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice takedown defense from Dave. No joy for Sands on that attempt.
It seemed like Dave was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD#
Sands manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Dave on his heels. He'll look to pass Dave's guard now, I'm sure.#ES2#
Dave has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Sands has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Sands breaks the clinch. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Sands. #SUB#
Sands looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Sands working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1##SUB#
Sands working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sands throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Dave wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Sands thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Sands working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dave tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Sands tries for a kimura but Dave is defending well.
Sands throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB#
Sands tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Sands swings around for an armbar but Dave sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Sands's guard.#T3##SUB#
Dave got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sands has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dave has managed to get both his arms back between Sands's legs - danger averted.
Dave must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Sands is looking for a triangle but Dave pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Sands is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dave is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Sands escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dave gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4##SUB#
Sands looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Sands is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dave is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Sands working for a triangle but Dave defends it easily.
Dave won't allow Sands to sweep him here. #SUB#
Sands looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Dave has picked Sands up and slammed him! Sands can't keep hold of the triangle and Dave manages to pass to side control!
Dave is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Sands's shoulder. That is not cool.
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 Bobby Sands will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Sands has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sands tries to score a body lock takedown but Dave shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Sands drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dave connects with a nasty looking knee right to Sands's face.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dave creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sands tries for a takedown but Dave manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sands is looking to take this one to the mat.
Sands drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC2#
Dave breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands misses with a takedown
and Dave counters with a nice leg kick. #TD#
Sands shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Dave's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dave utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Dave wants to get back to his feet but Sands is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1##SUB#
Sands postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Dave is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Sands, into his guard. #REVB#
Dave really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sands. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sands has a closed guard, preventing Dave from standing up. #SUB#
Sands working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dave doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Sands is tightening it up a little... Dave has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Dave reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Dave taps out! Nice BJJ there by Sands!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bobby Sands!
During a confident post fight interview, Bobby Sands thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Dancing Dave was interviewed post fight and said 'You big muppet!!'.

Event: The Island Season 6, 145 lbs, Round 4
Date: Apr 12, 2017

#R1#
Sands dives in for a single leg takedown but Kazakov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Kazakov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Sands actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Sands looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sands trying to get back to full guard but Kazakov takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Kazakov content just to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands can't escape the position.
Kazakov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sands sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T1#
Sands tries to get to full guard but Kazakov has control of the leg.
Kazakov works his way into full mount!
Sands is desperately trying to improve his position but Kazakov has a good base and remains in mount.
Kazakov controlling the pace for now.
Sands is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB2#
Kazakov working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Kazakov tries to control but Sands wriggling away.
Sands is in all sorts of trouble here. #T2#
Kazakov landing strikes from the mount.
Sands has given up his back. Will we see Kazakov going for some submissions?
Kazakov controls the position.
Kazakov doesn't have the hooks in and Sands manages to turn into his guard.
Sands throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Kazakov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sands is aware though and is defending well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kazakov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T3##SUB2#
Kazakov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sands defends well.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kazakov holds on and takes a little breather.
Sands stands up over Kazakov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kazakov pulls Sands in to control the position. #SUB#
Sands drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Kazakov dives on top into guard.#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sands has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kazakov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kazakov 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. #T4##SUB#
Kazakov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sands has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kazakov has managed to get both his arms back between Sands's legs - danger averted.
Kazakov trying to control but Sands is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Sands looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Sands throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kazakov is pushing down on Sands's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sands is fighting to maintain full guard but Kazakov has managed to sneak the leg through.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kazakov is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Kazakov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vasilliy Kazakov dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Kazakov throws a body shot but no joy.
Sands fails with a takedown attempt.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Sands moves out of range of the strikes.
Sands is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sands is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kazakov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kazakov lands the left hand.
Sands shoots in and drives through. Kazakov sprawls well.
Kazakov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Sands enables Kazakov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Sands manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Sands is looking for a triangle here but Kazakov uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Sands is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Kazakov is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Kazakov trying to control but Sands is having none of it.
Sands is looking to improve his position but Kazakov isn't that keen on the idea.#T1#
Sands regains half guard.
Sands tries to roll over but Kazakov keeps him under control.#SUB#
Sands looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
Kazakov in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Sands tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Kazakov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Vasilliy Kazakov!

Event: The Island Season 6, 145 lbs, Round 3
Date: Apr 11, 2017

#R1#
Hellsfyre shoots in and drives through. Sands sprawls well.#TD2#
Hellsfyre closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Sands did well to prevent Hellsfyre getting side control.
Sands moves into full guard.
Hellsfyre trying to control the position from guard on top but Sands is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hellsfyre is in close to Sands's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hellsfyre engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Sands is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hellsfyre defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Sands has his foot on Hellsfyre's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hellsfyre works his way back into a safe position though.#T1##SUB#
Sands has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hellsfyre can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hellsfyre is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hellsfyre landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Sands is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hellsfyre is aware though and is defending well.
Sands looking for a sweep. Not yet Sands, not yet.
Hellsfyre must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hellsfyre trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hellsfyre postures up and lands a big shot to Sands's brow. #SUB#
Sands has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hellsfyre can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Sands working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hellsfyre doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hellsfyre manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sands will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
Hellsfyre is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Sands is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Sands looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Hellsfyre is defending well. Sands quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Hellsfyre has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Sands celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bobby Sands!
After winning the bout, Bobby Sands thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: The Island Season 6, 145 lbs, Round 2
Date: Apr 10, 2017

#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Babakov as Sands shoots in.
Babakov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bobby Sands seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sands looks for a takedown but Babakov sprawls well.
Nice uppercut lands for Babakov. That snapped Sands's head back.
Babakov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sands slips a jab and a cross from Babakov.
Babakov scores with a hook.
Sands misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sands tries to score a power double leg takedown but Babakov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sands somewhat.
Babakov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1#
Sands misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sands.
Sands tries for a takedown but Babakov circles away easily#CL2#
and Babakov moves into the clinch.#TD#
Sands jumps guard. #SUB#
Babakov is sitting in close to Sands's body. Sands has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Babakov is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Babakov is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Sands.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: The Island Season 6, 145 lbs, Round 1
Date: Apr 09, 2017

#R1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Alvarez enables Sands to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Alvarez manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Sands trying to control but Alvarez is working from the bottom.
Sands throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Alvarez works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Sands drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sands jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sands loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Alvarez keeping full guard, as Sands tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sands thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sands missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sands accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Alvarez wants to get back to his feet but Sands is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sands scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sands 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.#SUB#
Sands drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Sands seems to have locked his on tight now - Alvarez screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Sands, as he picks up the win!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Bobby Sands!
Our winner, Bobby Sands, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: LH50: Out with a bang
Date: Mar 29, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Sands closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kazakov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Sands throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Sands prevents a body shot from Kazakov.
Sands lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sands lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sands misses with the head strike.
Kazakov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kazakov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
With the fighters up against the cage, Sands throws an elbow but misses.
Kazakov avoids a wild elbow strike from Sands.
Sands swings wildly with an uppercut but Kazakov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kazakov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Sands just stands there and leans against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kazakov fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC2#
Sands breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sands throws a body shot but no joy.
Sands looks to clinch #TD#
and Kazakov counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Sands!
Sands bucks up and tries to throw Kazakov off but instead Kazakov has got his back!#T1##SUB#
Kazakov looking for the choke but no joy.
You can see the frustration on Sands's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Sands defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Kazakov's arms. #SUB#
Sands is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #T2#
Kazakov is riding his opponent, not letting Sands buck him off.
Sands trying to get back to his feet but Kazakov is in full control for now. #SUB#
Kazakov looking for the choke but no joy. #T3#
Sands staying busy and making it hard for Kazakov to control.
Sands is trying to stand back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Sands's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Sands is trying to get back to his feet but Kazakov has full control of the position and if anything, Sands has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Kazakov working for the choke. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Sands showing good submission defense here. #SUB#
Sands is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Kazakov gets his way! #SUB#
Kazakov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Sands wants to get back to his feet. He's half way up but Kazakov drags him back down with a jolt, managing to get his forearm deep under Sands 's chin! Sands is in real trouble! His face is turning bright red and he's forced to tap! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Vasilliy Kazakov!
Vasilliy Kazakov retains his featherweight title!

Event: LH48: Kazakov vs Black
Date: Mar 24, 2017

#R1##CL#
Higuchi tries to keep at a distance but Sands has taken the fight into the clinch.
Sands lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sands makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Higuchi tries to pull guard but Sands holds him up against the cage and eventually Higuchi drops back down to his feet.
Sands lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sands lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sands digs a right hand underneath Higuchi's ribcage. Higuchi let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Sands works on Higuchi's body with a couple of short punches.
Higuchi jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Sands walks away with a smile on his face. Higuchi gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Sands moves into the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Sands.
Sands lands with a short shot to the head.
Sands lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sands scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sands throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Higuchis head.
Sands lands with a light punch inside.
Sands throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T1#
Sands lands a body punch.
Higuchi fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Bobby Sands has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rei Higuchi.
Sands scores with a shoulder strike.
Higuchi trying to land knees to the body.
Sands prevents the takedown attempt.
A left hand lands to the body for Sands.
A short right from Sands.
Sands lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sands makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#ROC#
Higuchi is rocked!
Sands working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Higuchi is still on wobbly legs! Can Sands finish him?
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sands creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sands unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Higuchi! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Sands is unloading with more strikes now! Higuchi drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: LH45: Higuchi vs Black
Date: Mar 15, 2017

#R1#
No luck for Kazakov with that takedown attempt. #CL#
Sands instigates a clinch.
Sands lands with a light punch inside.
Kazakov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Sands fails to land.
Kazakov tries to pull guard but Sands forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Sands misses with a punch on the inside.
Sands lands a shoulder strike.
Sands swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sands softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sands.
Kazakov is trying to pull guard but Sands turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Bobby Sands has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vasilliy Kazakov.
A short right from Sands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kazakov.
I was talking to Sands's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
Sands lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kazakov backwards.
Sands goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sands goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sands's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sands.
A short uppercut from Sands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kazakov.
Kazakov is trying to pull guard but Sands turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Sands swings wildly with an uppercut but Kazakov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sands can't find room to land a body shot as Kazakov controls the action.
Kazakov has had enough of the clinch but Sands keeps him there for the moment.
Kazakov jumps guard but Sands turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Sands throws a head punch that misses.
Kazakov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T2#
Sands throws a punch but it's blocked by Kazakov.
Kazakov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Sands fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sands misses with a punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Sands scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kazakov blocks an uppercut.
Kazakov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sands misses with a punch on the inside.
Kazakov blocks an uppercut.
Kazakov is struggling to control the position.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head punch on the inside from Sands fails to land. #T3#
Sands misses with a body punch.
Sands misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sands gets through Kazakov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sands swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Kazakov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kazakov misses with a hook. Sands ducked under it nicely.
Sands went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sands leaves Kazakov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kazakov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Sands moves into the clinch.
Sands misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Kazakov manages to break the clinch.
Kazakov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sands.
Sands tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kazakov thuds a left hand into Sands's body.#CL#
Sands gets a clinch. #TD2#
Kazakov jumps into guard, dragging Sands to the mat.
Kazakov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T4#
Kazakov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SU#
Kazakov is working an open guard so Sands takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sands dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sands tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kazakov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kazakov darts in looking for a takedown but Sands gets double underhooks and turns Kazakov into the cage. #CL#
Sands moves into range and clinches up with Kazakov.
Sands doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sands.
A head punch on the inside from Sands fails to land.
Sands misses with some punches.
Kazakov blocking some punches.
Sands tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sands throws a punch but it's blocked by Kazakov.
Sands tries to work over Kazakov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kazakov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Sands dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Sands staying out of range there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kazakov. Sands does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD2#
Kazakov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Sands looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Sands is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kazakov can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Kazakov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sands regains half guard.
Kazakov is keen to just control but Sands is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands wants to get back to his feet.
Kazakov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB2#
Kazakov is working for a guillotine from mount but Sands frees his head quite easily. #T1#
Sands wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Kazakov is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Sands is forced to tap! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Vasilliy Kazakov!
Vasilliy Kazakov is the new featherweight champion!

Event: LH41: Sands vs Higuchi
Date: Mar 05, 2017

#R1#
Sands changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Sands moves into the clinch successfully.
Sands scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sands lands a body punch in the clinch.
Sands lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sands.
Sands working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short left from Sands.
Sands pushes Higuchi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Higuchi fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short right from Sands.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Higuchi 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sands stops a takedown attempt from Higuchi.
I was talking to Sands's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Sands lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Sands.
A short uppercut from Sands.
A short right from Sands on the inside.
Sands lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Higuchi or not.
Higuchi fails to pull guard.
Bobby Sands has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rei Higuchi.
Sands lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Higuchi backwards. #T1#
Still in the clinch, Sands scores with a nice short uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Sands.
Sands lands a right hand that snaps the head of Higuchi backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sands creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC#
Higuchi is rocked!
Sands working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Higuchi is still on wobbly legs! Can Sands finish him?
A short left from Sands.
Sands throws a big uppercut that drops Higuchi! More strikes from Sands and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Higuchi lies dazed against the cage as Sands celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands retains his featherweight title!
Bobby Sands thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: LH37: Higuchi vs Lapanov
Date: Feb 17, 2017

#R1#
Dodson jabs Sands to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dodson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dodson misses with a hook. Sands ducked under it nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sands! But no joy.
John Dodson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sands shoots in for a double leg but Dodson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sands gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sands on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CUT#
It looks like Bobby Sands has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands shoots in but Dodson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A little feinted left hand from Dodson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dodson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sands moves away.#T1#
Dodson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dodson swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Dodson closes the distance and clinches.
Dodson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Dodson - that landed with a thud.
Dodson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sands is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dodson pulls him back up using the underhooks.
John Dodson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
Dodson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Dodson .
Dodson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Sands manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Dodson gets a clinch. #TD2#
Sands is trying to trip Dodson . He has hold of a leg but Dodson is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Sands persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sands missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Sands throwing strikes from guard but Dodson blocks nicely.
Dodson wants to stand and escape but Sands is having none of it.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Sands working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Sands with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dodson keeping full guard, as Sands tries to pass.
Sands working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dodson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Sands is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Sands pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dodson is keeping the position for now.
Sands throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Dodson is looking to stand up but Sands isn't so interested in that idea.
Sands pushes down on Dodson 's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Sands is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dodson sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Sands is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dodson sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Sands is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4#
Sands tries to pass to full mount but Dodson defends it.
Sands stops Dodson from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Sands is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Dodson is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands is the new featherweight champion!
Bobby Sands decided to call for a title shot in his post fight interview, which was very strange given the fact this fight was for a title and he's already the champion. I guess that's what getting punched in the head does for you.

Event: LH31: Strife vs Deluxe II
Date: Jan 25, 2017

#R1#
Sands stuffs the takedown attempt from Bjarnason. Bjarnason gets slowly back to his feet.
Bjarnason closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sands circles away.
We've been hearing reports that Sands has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#CL#
Sands clinches up against the cage.
A short right from Sands on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Sands.
Bjarnason is looking for a takedown.
Bobby Sands has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ragnar Bjarnason.
Sands works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Sands lands with a short shot to the head.
Sands lands a hook that snaps the head of Bjarnason backwards.
Bjarnason working hard to break the clinch.
Bjarnason wants to break free but Sands has control.
Bjarnason tries to break the clinch but Sands is controlling the position.
Sands lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sands lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bjarnason backwards.
A hook to the body from Sands.
Sands lands with a short shot to the head. #ROC#
Bjarnason is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A right hook to the body lands for Sands.
Bjarnason is still on wobbly legs! Can Sands finish him?
Sands throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bjarnason seems to have recovered his senses.
Bjarnason looks winded!
Sands lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bjarnason backwards.
Sands creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Bjarnason's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Bjarnason drops to his knees and Sands pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: LH26: Hackett vs Mitchell
Date: Jan 08, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Sands moves into the clinch.
Laponov looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Sands digs a right hand underneath Laponov's ribcage. Laponov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Laponov tries to pull guard but Sands won't allow it.
A short right from Sands on the inside.
Laponov tries to stall but Sands uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Sands lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right hand to the body from Sands.
Sands lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Sands.
Sands can't find room to land a body shot as Laponov controls the action.
Laponov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice right hand lands inside from Sands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sands lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Laponov backwards. #ROC2#
Laponov is rocked!
Sands lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Oh Laponov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sands creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Laponov's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Laponov drops to his knees and Sands pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.

Event: LH23: Strife vs Schmo II
Date: Dec 28, 2016

#R1#
Kshymensky misses with a right hand #TD#
and Sands counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kshymensky ! #SUB#
Sands working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Sands is trying to get an arm triangle but Kshymensky is defending well. #SUB#
Sands has hold of Kshymensky 's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Kshymensky tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Sands cranks the arm and Kshymensky screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Kshymensky , who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: LH18: Souza vs Higuchi
Date: Dec 11, 2016

#R1#
Ripper misses the shot to the body.
Ripper misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sands.
Sands half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've been hearing reports that Sands has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ripper tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ripper looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Ripper clinches up against the cage.
Ripper lands a shot to the body.
Ripper lands a body shot.
Sands drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ripper gets the underhooks and prevents it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sands blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Sands blocks an uppercut.
Ripper throws a head punch that misses.
Ripper tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sands's elbow.
Ripper tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ripper fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ripper lands with a light punch inside.
Ripper tries a body shot but Sands blocks it.
Sands wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ripper misses with a punch on the inside.
Ripper tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ripper looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sands blocking some punches.
Ripper lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ripper.
A shot in the inside from Ripper.
Ripper prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sands blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ripper working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short left from Ripper.
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!
Ripper lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ripper lands a right hand.
Ripper lands a hook that snaps the head of Sands backwards.
Sands prevents a body shot from Ripper.
Ripper lands a body punch.
Ripper lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sands backwards.
Ripper misses with some punches. #T3#
Ripper misses with a punch on the inside.
Ripper misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Ripper - that landed with a thud.
Sands is looking for a takedown.
A body shot lands from Ripper.
Ripper swings wildly with an uppercut but Sands uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ripper lands a body punch.
Ripper has a couple of punches blocked by Sands.
Ripper working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ripper misses with some punches.
Ripper goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ripper misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Ripper throws a head punch that misses.
Ripper lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sands goes for a takedown attempt but Ripper pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #TD#
Ripper gets caught napping as Sands dives in and scores a takedown. Ripper manages to retain guard.
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!#SUB#
Sands is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Ripper throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #SUB#
Sands drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Sands as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Ripper screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Sands! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands made sure to mention his sponsor, Oblivion Inc. in his post fight interview.

Event: LH12: Hackett vs Stoimenov
Date: Nov 20, 2016

#R1#
Sands shoots in for a takedown but Mac shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Mac swings for the body but Sands moves out of range.
Sands feinted with a counter takedown.
Mac fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sands has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sands shoots in but Mac avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Mac throws a head kick that misses.
Mac lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mac throws a right and a left that Sands avoids nicely.
Sands walks into a straight right hand from Mac.
Sands walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Sands fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mac slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Mac throws a hook but Sands avoids it easily.
Mac just misses with a punch to the body.
Mac throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sands dives in for a single leg takedown but Mac sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sands shoots in for a takedown but Mac shows good takedown defense.
Sands shoots in for a takedown but Mac shows good takedown defense.
Mac looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Mac is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sands.
Mac displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sands.
Sands has been working on his balance at Harambe Remembrance Hall, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Mac.
Mac throws an overhand right that lands on Sands's shoulder, as Sands tries to avoid the shot.
Mac misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Mac closes the distance and pushes Sands back into the cage.#BC2#
Mac breaks the clinch.
Sands shoots in but no luck this time.
Sands shoots for a takedown but Mac saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sands walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T3#
Mac with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Mac leaves Sands with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sands shoots in looking for a takedown. Mac tries to sprawl out of it but Sands keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mac manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Mac stuffs the takedown attempt from Sands. Sands gets slowly back to his feet.
Sands dives in and grabs Mac's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mac pushes down on Sands's head and hops out.#T4#
Mac lands the left hand.
Mac bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sands's head.
Sands fails with the takedown
and Mac counters with a series of strikes. Sands will be more careful next time no doubt. #CL2#
Mac has taken the fight to the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Mac lands with a right to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mac goes for a takedown attempt but Sands pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Sands shoots in for a takedown but Mac shows good takedown defense.
Sands ducks right into an uppercut from Mac.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Greg Mac dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Mac goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CL2#
Mac clinches.
Mac tries to work over Sands's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sands is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Mac is pressed up against the cage. Sands has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Mac down to the mat. Mac avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Mac gets a clinch.
Mac gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sands.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sands has Mac pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mac manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Mac breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mac lands a jab to the nose.
A swing and a miss from Mac.#T1#
Sands takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sands or perhaps it was just good defense by Mac, which made it look bad.
Sands takes one on the button.
Mac just misses with a punch to the body.
Mac misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Greg Mac is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A punch lands to the side of Sands 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A left lands for Mac.#T2#
Sands shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mac defends it nicely.
It seemed like Mac was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sands with a lazy takedown attempt
and Mac counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sands dives in and grabs Mac's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mac pushes down on Sands's head and hops out.
Mac throws out a counter right but Sands avoids it with no problem.
Nice cross by Mac.
A head kick misses from Mac.
Sands tries to counter with a takedown but Mac is quick to defend against it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sands shoots in looking for a takedown. Mac tries to sprawl out of it but Sands keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mac manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3##CL2#
Mac clinches up against the cage.
Mac gets underhooks to prevent Sands's takedown attempt.
Mac prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sands drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Mac gets the underhooks and prevents it. #TD#
Sands has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Mac regains guard immediately.
Mac has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Sands is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T4##SUB2#
Sands avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Sands thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sands is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mac is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB2#
Mac has gone for a leg lock! Sands slips out almost immediately though and dives into Mac's guard.#REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Greg Mac showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Mac darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sands changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mac tries to avoid it but Sands manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mac to the ground. Mac escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Mac looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mac scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Sands takes one on the button.
Mac misses with a hook. Sands ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Mac.
Sands shoots in for a takedown but Mac shows good takedown defense.
Mac now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sands needs to keep his hands up - Mac had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
Mac moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Sands avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Mac fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sands, pushing him back against the cage.
Mac lands a right hand.
Mac works on Sands's body with a couple of short punches.
Mac tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sands's elbow.
Sands wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Sands. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mac has Sands pushed against the cage.
Sands wants a takedown.
Mac stops a takedown attempt from Sands. #T2#
Sands is working for takedown but Mac is calmly controlling the position for now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC2#
Mac's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sands shoots and misses
and Mac counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Sands gets tackled into the cage by Mac. Mac maintains the clinch.
Mac has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Mac stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sands wants to take the fight to the mat but Mac manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Mac'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.#BC2#
Mac pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sands misses with a takedown
and Mac counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Sands fails with the takedown
letting Mac counter with a right hand.
Mac will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sands misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Mac counters by clinching up.
Sands is trying to drag Mac to the mat but Mac just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Mac lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sands.#BC2#
Mac pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mac misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sands.
Mac let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bobby Sands has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sands throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mac's waist but Mac gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sands off to one side.
Mac is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Sands looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Mac lands a right hook to the body. #CL2#
Mac gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Sands is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Mac pulls him back up using the underhooks.
The referee is keeping an eye on Mac - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mac lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sands backwards.
Mac lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Greg Mac is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
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!#BC2#
Mac's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 25:30
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 25:30
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Greg Mac!
Greg Mac really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Hellraiser FightGear logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: LIA 7: Moses To Sandy Koufax
Date: Oct 19, 2016

#R1#
Sands looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Steel is fending him off so far but Sands persists. Nope, Steel circles away and we're back to standing.
Steel scores with a jab to the body.
Steel lands a jab-cross combination.
Steel dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sands with a poor takedown
and Steel counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sands shoots in looking for a takedown. Steel tries to sprawl out of it but Sands keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Steel manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Brandon Steel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Sands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel misses with a body shot.
Sands tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sands goes for a double leg but Steel avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Steel continues to drive forward.
Nice uppercut there from Steel.
Sands on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T1#
Steel scores with a jab to the head.
Steel pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Sands back to the cage. Steel follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Steel seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Sands walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Steel lands a glancing blow to the side of Sands's head.
Steel connects with a body shot.
Steel scores with a jab. Sands acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Steel dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sands shoots in for a takedown but Steel shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice uppercut there from Steel.#T2#
Sands doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Steel counters with a two punch combo.
Sands shoots in looking for a takedown. Steel tries to sprawl out of it but Sands keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Steel manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sands misses with a takedown
and Steel counters with a left to the body.
Sands looks winded!
Steel lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Steel misses with a two punch combination.
Steel is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Steel lands a head shot.
Steel thuds his right hand into Sands's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#ROC#
Sands is rocked!#T3#
Sands moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sands is still on wobbly legs! Can Steel finish him?
Steel drops Sands with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Sands! Steel dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brandon Steel!
Brandon Steel retains his featherweight title!
A very excited looking Brandon Steel rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: LIA 4: You Mean Coitus?
Date: Oct 08, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Sands gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Sands is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Sands is working for a kimura but Jammer is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Jammer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jammer's coaches at Harambe Remembrance Hall 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Jammer is defending against the submission attempts here by Sands. #SUB2#
Sands is trying for a kimura here. Jammer looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Sands wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bobby Sands!
Bobby Sands took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: LIA 1: This Isn't Vietnam
Date: Sep 25, 2016

#R1#
Hattori lands a nice shot to the body.
Hattori with a jab.
Nice body punch from Hattori.
Hattori keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Masa Hattori seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hattori throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Sands counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hattori!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Hattori holds on to Sands's head and controls the position momentarily. #SUB2#
Hattori wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Sands has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Hattori's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Hattori is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Sands!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bobby Sands!
After the big win, Bobby Sands made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Hellraiser FightGear and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: DF 2
Date: Sep 17, 2016

#R1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Avey darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Avey throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Sands decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Avey's guard.
Sands wants to pass the guard but Avey is keeping the position.
Sands working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Avey wants to stand up but Sands is controlling him.
Avey on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Avey tries to get out of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sands stands up over Avey, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Sands missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Sands passes Avey's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Sands scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Sands is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Avey tries to kick Sands off but Sands keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Avey's coaches at KING OF PAIN 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.#SUB2#
Sands is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Avey tries to kick Sands off but Sands keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Avey knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Sands on the ground.
Avey pushes Sands off but Sands dives into side control.
Avey might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2##SUB2#
Sands is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Avey has escaped the position, nice work there.
Avey tries to escape but Sands is in control. #SUB2#
Sands in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Avey is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bobby Sands!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Bobby Sands waved his t-shirt featuring Hellraiser FightGear's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 06, 2016

#R1#
Sands takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sands misses with a takedown attempt
and Paulo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Paulo scores with the left hand. Sands knows he should have avoided that one. #TD2#
Sands throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Paulo tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sands is in Paulo's guard.#ES#
Paulo pushes Sands off and scrambles back to his feet.
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!
Paulo connects with a body shot.
Bobby Sands seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice takedown defense from Paulo. No joy for Sands on that attempt. #TD2#
Sands gets a takedown into half guard.
Sands seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Paulo is trying to stand back up but Sands is controlling him #T1#
Sands lands strikes from half guard.
Sands working Paulo over with strikes.
Sands stops Paulo from getting back to his feet.
Sands seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Paulo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sands looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Paulo with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Sands is working for a submission of some sort.
Paulo wants to get back to his feet.
Sands seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Sands is trying to control the action in half guard but Paulo is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Sands is trying to work for a kimura but Paulo is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sands landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2#
Paulo is looking to escape.
Sands working Paulo over with strikes.
Paulo tries to kick Sands off in order to stand up. Sands Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. #SUB2#
Sands is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Paulo looks calm but he's in trouble here. Sands gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Paulo is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Sands lets go of the hold and Paulo can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bobby Sands!
After winning the bout, Bobby Sands thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

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