Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: AFC #22
Date: Nov 24, 2018

#R1#
Randleman cracks Ster with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Quinton Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman lands with a good body shot.
Randleman scores with a hook.
Ster swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big left from Ster misses.
Ster throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ster takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL#
Ster moves into range and clinches up with Randleman.#BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Randleman catches Ster with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Randleman misses with a straight right.
Ster slips a jab and a cross from Randleman.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Randleman has managed to clinch.
Ster landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Ster lands a nice shot to the body.
Ster lands a body shot.
Randleman looks winded!#T1#
Ster taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Ster has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ster lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ster lands an uppercut.
Ster lands with a short shot to the head.
Ster lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Ster tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ster.
Ster lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ster lands an elbow inside.
Ster lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.
Ster tries to land knees in the clinch but Randleman avoids the damage to the body.
Ster missing with knees to the body. #BC#
Ster escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ster. #CL#
Ster gets a clinch.
Ster is leaning against Randleman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Ster lands a hook that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Randleman avoids a wild elbow strike from Ster.#T2#
Randleman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Ster.
Ster will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Randleman up against the cage.
Ster lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Randleman fails to land.
Ster is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Ster avoiding damage.
Randleman blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ster.
A shot in the inside from Ster.
Ster softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Randleman misses with some punches.
Randleman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ster lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Randleman managing to block the knees to the body from Ster.
A short right from Ster. #T3#
Ster scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right from Ster on the inside.
Randleman misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Randleman has hold of one of Ster's legs. Ster is fighting the takedown attempt but Randleman gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Ster wants to sweep here but Randleman controlling him for the moment.
Randleman won't allow Ster to get back to his feet.
Ster is controlling Randleman's posture.
Ster is looking to stand up but Randleman isn't so interested in that idea.
Ster trying to keep a closed guard but Randleman is proving a slippery customer.
Ster keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Randleman stopping the sweep attempt from Ster.#T4#
Ster looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sloppy strikes from Ster. Those never looked like landing.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ster keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ster closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ster.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ster looks to land a combination but Randleman avoids it well.
Randleman let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD2#
Randleman fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ster sprawls well initially but Randleman persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Ster manages to escape and get back to his feet!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Randleman connects with a body shot.
Randleman shoots in but no luck this time.
Randleman throws a shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Randleman misses
and Ster counters with a three punch combo that has Randleman backing up. Randleman nods at Ster to acknowledge the strikes.
Ster lands with a cross.
Ster steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Randleman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ster stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Ster gets a clinch.
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Randleman managing to block the knees to the body from Ster.
Ster misses with a punch on the inside.
Ster lands a right hand.
Randleman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Ster breaks from the clinch.
Randleman keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Randleman misses with the combination.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Ster.
Randleman swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ster.
Randleman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Randleman lands a glancing blow to the side of Ster's head.
Randleman throws out a powerful jab.
Randleman keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Ster pushes Randleman up against the cage in a clinch.
Randleman has Ster pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ster manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Randleman is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ster is defending well.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Ster lands an elbow that stopped Randleman in his tracks for a moment. #T2##BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
That kick from Ster tenderised Randleman's leg. Randleman is trying to keep his angry face on.
Randleman tries to clinch up but Ster circles away and keeps his distance.
Ster fires out a quick counter leg kick but Randleman just manages to avoid it.
Ster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman misses with a combination
and Ster counters with a left right combination that sends Randleman crashing to the mat - Ster wastes no time in diving on top of him and pounding Randleman out for a TKO! Devastating finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mon Ster!
A victorious Mon Ster thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Quinton Randleman spoke after the fight, saying 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

Event: AFC #18
Date: Nov 03, 2018

#R1#
Beaverton misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Beaverton misses with a body kick.
A lazy body kick from Beaverton
and Beaverton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Randleman lands a nice hook to Beaverton's body. Beaverton takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Randleman connects with a body shot.
A low kick from Beaverton misses
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Randleman fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Beaverton to the ground. Randleman is now in Beaverton's guard.
Beaverton will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Randleman is stalling in the full guard.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Beaverton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Beaverton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Randleman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Randleman looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Randleman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Randleman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Beaverton manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Randleman trying to control but Beaverton is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Beaverton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randleman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Randleman looking to sit in guard and control but Beaverton gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Beaverton lands a couple of digs.
Beaverton preventing the sweep.
Beaverton is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T2#
Beaverton postures up.
Beaverton lands a couple of digs.
Randleman trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Beaverton stopping the sweep attempt from Randleman.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Beaverton's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Beaverton trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Beaverton passes Randleman's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Randleman on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Beaverton lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman wants to get back to full guard.
Beaverton landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Randleman felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Randleman moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Beaverton works over Randleman with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Randleman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Beaverton is one step ahead there.
Beaverton keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Randleman's head.
Randleman trying to keep a closed guard but Beaverton is proving a slippery customer.
Randleman has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Beaverton has passed into side control.
Randleman is looking for a sweep.
Beaverton working the head with strikes.
Randleman throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Beaverton cracks Randleman with a big elbow.
Randleman manages to work his way to half guard, despite Beaverton's best efforts.#T4#
Randleman is trying to get back to full guard.
Beaverton working over Randleman with some ground and pound. Randleman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Beaverton looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Randleman wants to improve his position but Beaverton is controlling well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Beaverton lands a nice short elbow.
Beaverton winds up and cracks Randleman with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Ground and pound from Beaverton.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman has hold of Beaverton's hands but Beaverton slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nice strikes from Beaverton there.
Beaverton landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Randleman is looking to improve his position.
Randleman moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Randleman not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lord Beaverton dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Beaverton ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Beaverton swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a right hand to the body.
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Beaverton throws a head kick that misses.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Beaverton.
Beaverton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Beaverton misses with a body shot.
Beaverton with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Randleman walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Beaverton throws the kick towards the body but Randleman avoids it.
Beaverton connects with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Randleman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Beaverton quickly recovers to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman working over Beaverton with some ground and pound. Beaverton looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Randleman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Randleman not doing much here.
Randleman scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T1#
Randleman is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Beaverton gets full guard.
Randleman is pushing down on Beaverton's leg trying to pass to half guard. Beaverton is fighting to maintain full guard but Randleman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Randleman drops an elbow to the side of Beaverton's head.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Randleman in particular looking to stall.
Randleman wants to take a breather but Beaverton is having none of it. #T2#
Beaverton manages to get to full guard.
Randleman scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Beaverton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Randleman defends it easily.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Beaverton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randleman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3#
Randleman works over Beaverton with some ground and pound from guard.
Beaverton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Beaverton keeps moving.
Randleman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Randleman landing with the ground and pound.
Randleman seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Let's hope that Randleman 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.
Lord Beaverton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Randleman trying to control but Beaverton is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Beaverton lands a nice shot that snaps Randleman's head back.
Randleman missing with a left hand there. Beaverton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Beaverton fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Randleman checks it well.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
Lord Beaverton is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Beaverton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
Randleman tries to clinch but Beaverton moves away
and Beaverton counters with a body kick.
Beaverton slips under a jab from Randleman.
Beaverton fails to land with a series of punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Quinton Randleman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Beaverton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Beaverton throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Randleman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Randleman crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Beaverton - the referee stops the clock and Randleman gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Beaverton. Randleman manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Beaverton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Beaverton thuds his shin into the meat of Randleman's side.
Beaverton tries to land a leg kick but Randleman saw it coming and moves away.
Beaverton lets loose with a powerful body kick. Randleman will feel that in the morning.
Beaverton throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#CL2#
Randleman instigates a clinch.
Randleman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A body shot lands from Beaverton.
Beaverton scores with a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beaverton presses Randleman against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Randleman tries to throw a body punch but Beaverton avoids it by throwing Randleman back against the cage.
Randleman misses with some punches.
Beaverton lands a shot to the body.
Beaverton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Beaverton throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A right handed body shot lands from Beaverton.
Randleman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Beaverton lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Randleman.
A body shot lands from Beaverton.
Beaverton lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Beaverton - that landed with a thud.
A hook to the body from Beaverton.
Beaverton tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD2#
Randleman has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Beaverton clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Beaverton rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Beaverton wants to improve his position but Randleman is controlling well. #SUB#
Beaverton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Beaverton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Randleman's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Randleman's back!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Beaverton scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Randleman is looking for a way out.
Beaverton has Randleman flattened out and is raining down punches.
Beaverton keeps control of the position as Randleman tries to break free.
Beaverton connects with a big shot to the side of Randleman's head.
Beaverton keeps control of the position as Randleman tries to break free. #SUB#
Beaverton working for the choke. #SUB#
Beaverton working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Randleman is doing well to defend. Beaverton seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Randleman is forced to tap and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Lord Beaverton!
After winning the bout, Lord Beaverton thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Quinton Randleman spoke after the fight, saying 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

Event: AFC #14
Date: Oct 06, 2018

#R1#
Karlsson misses with a right hand
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Randleman throws a right hand that misses
and Karlsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Karlsson.#CL#
Randleman takes the fight into the clinch.
Randleman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Karlsson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Randleman.
A body shot lands from Randleman.
Randleman is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A head punch on the inside from Randleman fails to land.
Randleman definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Randleman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Randleman wants the takedown. Karlsson is fighting it off but Randleman persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Karlsson's guard against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman works over Karlsson with some ground and pound from guard.
Karlsson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Randleman is controlling him.
Randleman throws a big right hand that misses. #T1#
Randleman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Randleman looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #ES2#
Karlsson has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Randleman off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Karl Karlsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Randleman has taken the fight to the clinch.
Karlsson misses with a punch on the inside.
Randleman is trying to break the clinch but Karlsson has him pressed against the cage.
A hook to the body from Randleman. #BC#
Randleman breaks from the clinch.
Randleman throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Randleman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T2#
Karlsson throws out a leg kick but Randleman moves out of range and Karlsson only half commits.
Randleman avoids the head kick by Karlsson.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Randleman has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Randleman there as he acknowledges the shot.
Randleman scores with a jab to the jaw.
Karl Karlsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman scores with a jab to the body.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman throws an off balance right hand
and Karlsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Karlsson misses with a hook
and Karlsson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A slow jab from Karlsson misses its intended target.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Karlsson but Karlsson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Karlsson lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Randleman has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Randleman and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Randleman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Karlsson moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Randleman clinches with his opponent.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Karlsson.#T3#
Randleman has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Karlsson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Randleman's elbow.
Karlsson stalling against the cage.
Randleman tries to score a body lock takedown but Karlsson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Quinton Randleman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Karlsson'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.
Nice elbow from Karlsson. #CUT2#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.
A head punch on the inside from Karlsson fails to land.
Karlsson has a couple of punches blocked by Randleman.
Nice body punch from Randleman - that landed with a thud.
Karlsson stalling in the clinch but Randleman improves position.
Randleman tries a body shot but Karlsson blocks it. #T4#
Karlsson gets through Randleman's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Randleman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Karlsson prevents the takedown attempt.
Randleman tries to work over Karlsson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Randleman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Karlsson pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Randleman misses with a punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Karlsson.
Karlsson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Randleman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Randleman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Karlsson's elbow.
Karlsson content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Randleman. #TD#
Randleman has Karlsson pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Randleman pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Karlsson tumbling to the mat - Randleman dives into Karlsson's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman with a flurry of punches that miss.
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 Quinton Randleman will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Randleman throws a body punch but Karlsson moves out of range.
Karlsson stuffs the takedown.
Randleman needs to keep his hands up - Karlsson had a free shot at his head there.
Jab by Karlsson.#KD2#
Karlsson lands a big head kick that sends Randleman tumbling to the mat! Karlsson takes a step backwards and waves Randleman back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Randleman shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Randleman showed some decent athleticism there.
Randleman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Karlsson's head.
Randleman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Randleman thows a huge punch but Karlsson dodges it nicely.
Randleman seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Randleman is just content to waste time from the top position. Karlsson takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Randleman stays in close to Karlsson's body and controls the position.
Karlsson wants to stand and escape but Randleman is having none of it.
Randleman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Randleman looking to sit in guard and control but Karlsson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Randleman wants to improve his position but instead Karlsson has moved into half guard. #T2#
Randleman is looking for a sweep. Karlsson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Randleman is looking to get back to full guard here but Karlsson has managed to pass to side control instead.
Randleman tries to bench press Karlsson off him but Karlsson keeps the position.
Randleman tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Karlsson presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Randleman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Randleman wants to hold on but Karlsson pushes him away.
Randleman is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Karlsson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Randleman is in all sorts of trouble here. #T3#
Randleman wants to hold on but Karlsson pushes him away.
Randleman regains half guard.
Randleman wants to control but Karlsson is keeping busy.
Randleman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Randleman is looking for a sweep. Karlsson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Randleman is looking to control Karlsson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Randleman avoid being mounted?
Randleman wants to improve his position but Karlsson is controlling well. #T4#
Randleman wants to sweep but Karlsson has passed to side control!
Randleman gets back to half guard.
Randleman is trying to get back to full guard.
Randleman is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Karlsson jumps into side control!
Randleman tries to bench press Karlsson off him but Karlsson keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karl Karlsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Randleman tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Karlsson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Randleman looks for a takedown but Karlsson sprawls well.
Karlsson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Randleman's calf.
Karlsson throws a sloppy body shot
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Karlsson throws a leg kick #TD#
and Randleman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Randleman slows the pace down in half guard.
Randleman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman is trying to control the action in half guard but Karlsson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Randleman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Randleman throws a strike but Karlsson avoids it easily and moves to full guard.#T1#
Randleman content to stall in guard here.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Karlsson keeps moving.
Randleman throws a big right hand that misses.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Karlsson keeps moving.
Randleman won't allow Karlsson to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Karlsson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Randleman circles away quickly and effectively.
Randleman with a jab.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Karlsson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Randleman is out of range.
Randleman fails to land with a series of punches.
A jab from Randleman does it's job there.
Randleman digs a good hook to Karlsson's body.
Karlsson misses with a double jab.
Karlsson throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
Nice uppercut there from Karlsson.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Karlsson.#CL#
Randleman has Karlsson up against the cage in a clinch.
Randleman tries a body shot but Karlsson blocks it.
Randleman misses with a punch to the body.
Karlsson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Randleman.
Karlsson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Randleman digs a right hand into Karlsson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Karlsson's gas tank. #T3#
Randleman lands a right hand that snaps the head of Karlsson backwards.
Randleman is working for takedown but Karlsson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Randleman tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Quinton Randleman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Randleman goes for a takedown attempt but Karlsson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Karlsson scores with a nice body kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Karlsson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Karlsson throws a right and a left that Randleman avoids nicely.
Karlsson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Randleman throws out the jab.
Karlsson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Karlsson throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Randleman counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES2#
Karlsson kicks off Randleman and gets to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Karlsson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Karlsson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T4#
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Karlsson was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Randleman with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Randleman misses with a takedown
enabling Karlsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Karlsson as he jumps to the side.
Randleman has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Karlsson.
Randleman shoots in looking for a takedown. Karlsson tries to sprawl out of it but Randleman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Karlsson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Karlsson missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Karlsson looks to land a combination but Randleman avoids it well.
Karl Karlsson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A low kick from Karlsson misses #TD#
and Randleman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Karl Karlsson.
I think Karlsson 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karl Karlsson!
A relieved looking Karl Karlsson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Quinton Randleman spoke after the fight, saying 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

Event: EFA 86 Pesonen Vs Egyptian
Date: Aug 19, 2018

#R1#
Randleman shoots in for a double leg but Foreman sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Foreman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
Randleman shoots in but Foreman avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2#
Randleman shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Randleman looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Randleman slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foreman blocking the ground and pound attempt from Randleman.
Randleman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
Randleman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Foreman 's head.
Randleman seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Randleman thows a huge punch but Foreman dodges it nicely.
Randleman looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Foreman with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Randleman controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randleman working Foreman over with strikes.
Foreman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Randleman trying to control the pace.
Foreman is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Randleman scores with a couple of nice shots.
Foreman blocking the ground and pound attempt from Randleman.
Still in half guard, Randleman seems content to control.#T3#
Randleman's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Randleman lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Randleman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Randleman landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Randleman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Foreman defending well though.
Randleman stalling. #T4#
Randleman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Randleman passes to full mount!
Randleman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Randleman landing strikes from the mount and Foreman is in trouble!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Randleman shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Foreman manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Randleman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Randleman is continuing to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The adventures of Randleman the control monster continue. Boring.
Randleman tries to free his leg and advance position but Foreman is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foreman wants to sweep but no luck.
Randleman throws a big elbow that misses.
Foreman on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Foreman tries to get out of the position.
Randleman 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.
Randleman landing some decent shots from guard. #T1#
Randleman controls from within his opponent's guard.
Randleman passes into half guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Foreman wants to improve his position but Randleman is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Randleman in particular looking to stall.
Foreman wants to control but Randleman is keeping busy.
Quinton Randleman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Still in half guard, Randleman seems content to control.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Randleman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#T3#
Randleman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Foreman trying to control but Randleman postures up.
Randleman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Foreman is looking for a sweep. Randleman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Randleman is nestled in close to Foreman , controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Randleman with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
Randleman passes to side control.
Foreman takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Randleman is staying tight to Foreman 's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Foreman managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Randleman.
Randleman scoring with punches and elbows.
Randleman is chipping away with strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman working the ground and pound.
Randleman working the ground and pound.
Randleman controls the position from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman 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! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Randleman closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Randleman lands in his opponent's guard.
Randleman looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Randleman working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foreman looking for a sweep. Not yet Foreman , not yet.
Randleman stays in close to Foreman 's body and controls the position.
More stalling from Randleman.#T1#
Randleman throws a big right hand that misses.
Randleman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Randleman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Randleman stays in close to Foreman 's body and controls the position.
Randleman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Foreman works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Randleman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Foreman works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Randleman connects with a couple of short punches.
Randleman showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Let's hope that Randleman 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Randleman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3#
Randleman sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Quinton Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice jab there from Foreman .
Randleman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Randleman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Foreman sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Randleman somewhat.
Foreman is looking for a counter combo.
Randleman lands with a cross.
Foreman takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD2#
Randleman feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#T4#
Randleman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Foreman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Foreman wants to sweep but no luck.
Randleman with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Randleman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Randleman postures up in Foreman 's guard and throws a big left but Foreman blocks it.
Randleman 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.
Foreman will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Joe Foreman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Quinton Randleman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Randleman landing with the ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Quinton Randleman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Randleman 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 25:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 26:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Quinton Randleman!
In his post fight interview, Quinton Randleman started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: EFA 81 Halfhand vs Randleman
Date: Jul 06, 2018

#R1#
Halfhand misses with a head kick.
Halfhand misses the shot to the body.
Halfhand throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Halfhand moved out of range nicely.
Halfhand throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
Halfhand misses with a wild combination.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Randleman connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#TD2#
Randleman fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Halfhand sprawls well initially but Randleman persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Randleman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Randleman prevents Halfhand from improving his position.
Randleman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Randleman lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T1#
Halfhand is trying to get back to full guard.
Randleman not doing much here.
Halfhand controlling the position well.
Randleman thows a huge punch but Halfhand dodges it nicely.
Halfhand is looking to improve his position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Halfhand is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Randleman's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Randleman's back!
Halfhand has the hooks in. Randleman is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Halfhand doesn't have the hooks in and Randleman manages to turn into his guard.
Halfhand wants to sweep here but Randleman controlling him for the moment.
Randleman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Randleman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Randleman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Halfhand tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Halfhand will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Randleman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Halfhand manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Randleman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Randleman wants to sweep but no luck.
Halfhand has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Halfhand missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Randleman 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.
Randleman working a defensive guard here.
Halfhand stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Randleman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Randleman trying to keep a closed guard but Halfhand is proving a slippery customer.
Halfhand postures up in Randleman's guard and throws a big left but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Randleman keeping moving, preventing Halfhand from controlling successfully.
Halfhand throws a big right hand that misses. #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.
Randleman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Randleman is on top in guard. #REVB#
Randleman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Halfhand's head.
Randleman trying to control but Halfhand is working from the bottom.
Randleman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Randleman 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.
Halfhand 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.
Halfhand keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Randleman stopping the sweep attempt from Halfhand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Quinton Randleman will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Halfhand throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Randleman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've been told by Halfhand's head coaches at Winds of Winter that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Halfhand misses with a few strikes there. #TD2#
Randleman fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Halfhand to the ground. Randleman is now in Halfhand's guard.
Halfhand trying to control the position.
Randleman is stalling in the full guard.
Randleman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Randleman stopping the sweep attempt from Halfhand.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Halfhand is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman controls from within his opponent's guard.
Randleman stopping the sweep attempt from Halfhand.#T1#
Randleman stays in close to Halfhand's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Halfhand pulls Randleman in close to prevent any damage.
Halfhand looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randleman is one step ahead there.
Randleman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Halfhand fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Randleman checks it well.
Randleman slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Halfhand throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Halfhand stalks Randleman and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Randleman's face. Randleman staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.
A punch combination from Halfhand misses.
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Halfhand at a distance. #T2#
Halfhand circles away from the clinch attempt.
Halfhand throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Halfhand throws a series of punches but Randleman avoids them all with ease.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Halfhand slips under a jab from Randleman.
Halfhand is looking to land body kicks.
As Halfhand backs off Randleman throws a huge counter combo but Halfhand manages to avoid it all.#TD2#
Randleman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Randleman content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Randleman lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Randleman is trying to control the action in half guard but Halfhand is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Halfhand controlling the position for now.
Randleman thows a huge punch but Halfhand dodges it nicely.
Randleman lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Halfhand is trying to get back to full guard.
Quinton Randleman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Randleman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Halfhand avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Randleman.
Halfhand wants to get back to his feet.
Randleman lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Randleman winds up and cracks Halfhand with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Randleman is nestled in close to Halfhand, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T4#
Halfhand has hold of Randleman's hands but Randleman slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Randleman stalling.
Halfhand is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Randleman's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Randleman's back!
Halfhand doesn't have the hooks in and Randleman manages to turn into his guard.
Randleman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Halfhand keeps moving.
Halfhand wants to sweep here but Randleman controlling him for the moment.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Randleman postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Halfhand throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD2#
Randleman closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Halfhand's guard.
Randleman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Halfhand is on top in guard. #REVR#
Halfhand postures up in Randleman's guard and throws a big left but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Randleman showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Halfhand is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Halfhand seems keen to control Randleman's posture.
Halfhand bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Randleman's guard. #REVR##T1#
Randleman trying to strike off his back.
Randleman trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Randleman doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Halfhand pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Randleman is keeping the position for now.
Randleman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Halfhand is one step ahead there.
Halfhand controls from within his opponent's guard.
Halfhand landing with the ground and pound.
Randleman keeping moving, preventing Halfhand from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Halfhand missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Randleman wants to sweep here but Halfhand controlling him for the moment.
Randleman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Halfhand's guard. #REVB#
Halfhand trying to control the position.
Halfhand keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Halfhand is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Halfhand is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randleman throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
Randleman won't allow Halfhand to sweep him here.
Halfhand is trying to control the position but Randleman postures up.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Randleman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Halfhand is keeping the position for now.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Randleman. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Halfhand is trying to keep Randleman in close. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Randleman moves out of range of the strikes.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Halfhand.
Halfhand feints and then cracks Randleman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Randleman down.
Halfhand lands a jab.
Halfhand will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Qhorin Halfhand has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Randleman gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Halfhand misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Randleman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Halfhand backwards.
Randleman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Randleman cracks Halfhand with a nice body shot.
Halfhand lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short body shot lands from Randleman as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Randleman prevents Halfhand from breaking the clinch.
Randleman misses with a short punch on the inside.
Randleman tries to throw a body punch but Halfhand avoids it by throwing Randleman back against the cage.
Randleman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Randleman is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC#
Halfhand breaks the clinch.
Halfhand looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Halfhand swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Halfhand displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Randleman. #CL2#
Randleman instigates a clinch.

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 Qhorin Halfhand.
I think Randleman 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Quinton Randleman!
A less than humble Quinton Randleman misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Qhorin Halfhand was interviewed post fight and said 'Hard times, man. Hard times.'.

Event: EFA 69 Urani vs Ho Joy
Date: May 30, 2018

#R1#
Kerr tries to clinch but Randleman is having none of it. #CL#
Kerr moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Randleman breaks from the clinch.
Randleman fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kerr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kerr lands with a straight right. Randleman didn't see that one coming.#TD2#
Randleman looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Randleman throws a big right hand that misses.
Kerr wants to sweep but no luck.
Kerr being controlled here, momentarily.
Kerr trying to keep a closed guard but Randleman is proving a slippery customer. #T1#
Kerr wants to sweep but no luck.
Randleman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kerr is working hard here to advance position.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Kerr keeps moving.
Kerr has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Randleman won't allow Kerr to sweep him here.
Kerr being controlled here, momentarily.
Kerr is trying to control the position but Randleman postures up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Randleman won't allow Kerr to sweep him here.
Kerr has his hands on Randleman's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kerr displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CUT#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.#T2#
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kerr.
Randleman misses with a series of wild punches.
Kerr went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kerr 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.
Kerr shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Randleman defends it nicely.
It seemed like Randleman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kerr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mark Kerr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#TD2#
Randleman drives through with a takedown into Kerr's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman throwing strikes from guard but Kerr blocks nicely.
Kerr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randleman is one step ahead there. #T3#
Randleman showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Randleman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kerr's head.
Kerr looking to control.
Randleman with a flurry of punches that miss.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Kerr keeps moving.
Kerr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randleman is one step ahead there.
Randleman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kerr working a defensive guard here.
Randleman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kerr throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Kerr pulls Randleman in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kerr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Randleman has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kerr scores with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Randleman forces Kerr back against the cage and clinches.
Kerr lands with a light punch inside.
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 Mark Kerr will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Kerr's head but Kerr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kerr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
Kerr doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kerr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kerr lands with an uppercut that bounces Randleman off the cage and back into range.
Randleman takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Randleman darts in looking for a takedown but Kerr gets double underhooks and turns Randleman into the cage.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kerr.
Kerr tries to clinch there but Randleman circles away. #TD2#
Randleman fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kerr sprawls well initially but Randleman persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kerr is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Total Impact MMA/KT, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Randleman trying to control the action but Kerr is working from the bottom.
Randleman prevents Kerr from improving his position.
Randleman is pressing down on Kerr's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kerr is holding on for now. #T1#
Randleman is thwarting Kerr's attempts to control the position.
Kerr is not content to let Randleman control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman not doing much here.
Kerr is looking for a sweep. Randleman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Randleman with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kerr manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kerr 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.
Randleman postures up. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Kerr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randleman preventing the sweep.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kerr is on top in guard. #REVR#
Kerr is stalling in the full guard.
Kerr is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Randleman is on top in guard. #REVB#
Randleman makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Kerr keeps moving.
Randleman postures up and lands a big shot to Kerr's brow.
Kerr wants to sweep here but Randleman controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Randleman trying to control but Kerr is working from the bottom.
Randleman cracks Kerr with a solid left hand.
Kerr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Quinton Randleman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Randleman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kerr keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Kerr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Randleman trying to control but Kerr is working from the bottom.
Randleman showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kerr throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Kerr pulls Randleman in to control the position.
Kerr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Randleman scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kerr wants to sweep here but Randleman controlling him for the moment.
Randleman controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kerr wants to sweep but no luck.
Kerr looking to control. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kerr with a hook.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kerr.
Randleman feints the counter takedown.
Some wild striking there from Randleman.
Kerr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Randleman throws a hook but Kerr blocks it.
Kerr with a nice cross.
Kerr misses with a hook.
Kerr looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Kerr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kerr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kerr as he avoids it easily.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Kerr.
Mark Kerr is winning the standup battle so far.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kerr.#T1#
Good standup being displayed there by Kerr as he connects with a hook.#CL#
Kerr closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Randleman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Randleman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kerr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Randleman.
Still in the clinch, Kerr scores with a nice short uppercut.
Randleman blocking some punches.
Randleman is trying to drag Kerr to the mat but Kerr just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kerr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Randleman presses Kerr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kerr is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Mark Kerr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Kerr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Kerr fails to land.
Kerr misses with a punch on the inside.
Kerr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Randleman or not.
Randleman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kerr has a couple of punches blocked by Randleman.
Kerr can't find room to land a body shot as Randleman controls the action. #T2#
Kerr misses with some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kerr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Randleman has had enough of the clinch but Kerr keeps him there for the moment.
Randleman tries to throw a body punch but Kerr avoids it by throwing Randleman back against the cage.
Kerr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
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!
Kerr lands a body shot.
Randleman prevents a body shot from Kerr.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Randleman.
Randleman misses with the head strike.
Kerr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Randlemans head.
Kerr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kerr lands a shot to the body.
Kerr scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kerr lands a left hand.
Kerr digs a right hand underneath Randleman's ribcage. Randleman let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kerr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC#
Kerr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Randleman's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3##KD#
Randleman tumbles to the floor! Kerr threw a big shot that dropped him and now Kerr is on top looking to finish! Randleman has guard but can he survive?! #ROC#
Randleman is rocked!
Randleman is trying to keep Kerr in close.
Randleman is still in real trouble! Can Kerr finish him?
Kerr chips away with some ground and pound.
Randleman keeping moving, preventing Kerr from controlling successfully.
Randleman seems to have recovered his senses.
Kerr working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kerr lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kerr trying to control but Randleman is working from the bottom.
Randleman is trying to control the position but Kerr postures up.
Randleman being controlled here, momentarily.
Kerr lands a couple of elbows.#T4#
Randleman will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Kerr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Randleman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Kerr trying to control the position from guard on top but Randleman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kerr makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kerr is in close to Randleman's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Randleman trying to strike off his back.
Kerr postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kerr arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Randleman'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 4:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Mark Kerr!
In his post fight interview, Mark Kerr started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
The defeated Quinton Randleman had this to say: 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

Event: EFA 57 Correira vs Randleman
Date: Apr 29, 2018

#R1#
Correira throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Randleman has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Randleman there as he acknowledges the shot.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Correira.
We've been told by Correira's head coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Randleman shoots in and gets a takedown into Correira's guard.
Correira will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#ES#
Correira has his feet on Randleman's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Randleman lands a nice shot that snaps Correira's head back.
A jab from Correira misses.
Randleman throws a looping overhand right but Correira ducks down to avoid it.
Correira throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman throws a right and a left that both miss.
A little feinted left hand from Correira on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A nice combination there by Randleman.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Correira swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Randleman let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL#
Correira closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch.
Correira is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CUT#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.#T1#
Randleman tries for a takedown but Correira sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Correira does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman 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.#CL2#
Randleman clinches up with Correira and pushes him back against the cage.
Randleman tries to work over Correira's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Correira misses with the head strike.
Randleman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Randleman has a couple of punches blocked by Correira.
Randleman is looking for a takedown.
Randleman working hard to break the clinch.
Randleman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Correira tries to throw a body punch but Randleman avoids it by throwing Correira back against the cage.
Correira throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Randleman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Correira's elbow.
Randleman tries a body shot but Correira blocks it.
Correira lands an uppercut.
Correira throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Randlemans head.
Correira blocks an uppercut.
Randleman drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Correira gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Wesley Correira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
A frustrated look appears on Randleman's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2#
Correira swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Correira escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Correira punishes Randleman's body with a nice straight punch.
Correira is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown but Correira shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A right-left combo lands from Randleman.
Randleman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Correira tries to avoid it but Randleman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Correira to the ground. Correira escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A slow jab from Correira misses its intended target.
Correira misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
A swing and a miss from Correira.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Correira takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Correira.
Randleman gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wesley Correira is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Correira.
Randleman let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Correira throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Correira.
Randleman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Randleman looks to land a combination but Correira avoids it well.
Correira throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman connects with a good right hand that stumbles Correira. Correira circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Correira with a hook.
Correira misses with a body shot.
Randleman feints the counter takedown.
Randleman avoids a punch combination nicely.
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Correira cracks Randleman with a right hand to the side of the head.
Correira throws a hook but Randleman avoids it easily.
Randleman darts in looking for a takedown but Correira gets double underhooks and turns Randleman into the cage.
Randleman is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Correira rather than just go for the knockout.
Correira showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Randleman. #T4##CL#
Correira clinches up with Randleman and pushes him back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Correira swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Randleman misses with the head strike.
Randleman throws a punch but it's blocked by Correira.
Correira lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Randleman has picked Correira up - he's going for a ride! Randleman dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Randleman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman is trying to control. Correira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Correira is trying to stand.
Correira trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Randleman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Randleman prevents Correira from standing back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wesley Correira dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Randleman is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Correira just misses with a punch to the body.
Good exchange - Correira coming out on top.
Correira moves forwards but Randleman connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Randleman fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Correira looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A shot to the liver by Randleman. Beautiful body shot.
Correira throws an off balance right hand
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Randleman throws a series of punches but Correira avoids them all with ease.
Correira swats away the attempt to clinch by Randleman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Randleman closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Correira lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Randleman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Correira prevents a takedown attempt there.
Wesley Correira has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Correira scores with a shoulder strike. #T1#
Randleman tries for a takedown. No joy.
Correira scores with a shot to the side of Randleman's head.
Randleman misses with the head strike.
Correira works on Randleman's body with a couple of short punches.
Randleman is breathing heavily.#BC#
Correira manages to break the clinch.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Randleman lands with a good body shot.
Correira misses with a hook
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Randleman swats away the attempt to clinch by Correira.
It seemed like Randleman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Correira lands with a hook. Randleman tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Correira jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Randleman connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#KD#
Correira cracks Randleman with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Correira has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Randleman to stand back up!#ROC#
Randleman is rocked!
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!
Randleman drops his hands momentarily. Correira doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Randleman staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Randleman doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wesley Correira!
Wesley Correira retains his heavyweight title!
Wesley Correira bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
In defeat, Quinton Randleman stepped up to the mic, saying 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

Event: EFA 50 Kim vs Correia
Date: Apr 14, 2018

#R1#
Leagatius connects with the punch.
Good exchange - Randleman coming out on top.
Randleman displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Leagatius throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Leagatius works the jab nicely.#CUT#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Randleman.
Leagatius is looking to counter with head kicks.
Leagatius scores with a leg kick.
Randleman misses with a body shot
and Leagatius cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#KD#
Leagatius lands a big head kick that sends Randleman tumbling to the mat! Leagatius takes a step backwards and waves Randleman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Randleman is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Leagatius saw that one coming.
Randleman looks to score with a jab to the body but Leagatius is just out of range.
It looked like Leagatius was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Leagatius.#T1#
Leagatius ducks right into an uppercut from Randleman.
A big right from Randleman misses.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Leagatius moves away and avoids it.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Leagatius saw that one coming.
Leagatius cracks the inside of Randleman's front leg.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Leagatius was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Randleman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Leagatius has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Crassus in the buildup to the fight.
Randleman tries to clinch but Leagatius is having none of it.
Leagatius is looking for a counter combo.
Leagatius misses with the combination.
Randleman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Randleman looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD2#
Randleman shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Leagatius manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Randleman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Leagatius controlling the position.
Leagatius avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Leagatius trying to keep a closed guard but Randleman is proving a slippery customer.
Randleman trying to control but Leagatius is working from the bottom.
Randleman postures up in Leagatius's guard and throws a big left but Leagatius blocks it. #T3#
Randleman wants to control from the top but Leagatius keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Leagatius lands with a nice body punch.
Randleman slips a straight right by Leagatius.
Leagatius takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A combination from Randleman does no damage.
Randleman doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Leagatius moves into the clinch.
Randleman misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A hook to the body from Leagatius.
Leagatius tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Leagatius pushes Randleman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Leagatius tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Leagatius pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Randleman scores with a shot to the body.
Leagatius is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T4#
Leagatius throws a head kick that half lands.
Leagatius takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Leagatius.
Brutus Leagatius is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Randleman lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Leagatius throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Crunch! Leagatius slams his shin into Randleman's torso.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Leagatius gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Randleman moves out of range of the strikes.
Leagatius slaps away a takedown attempt from Randleman, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Brutus Leagatius has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Leagatius.
Despite the aggression on Randleman's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Leagatius dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Leagatius attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Leagatius moves out of range of the strikes.
Leagatius misses with an uppercut.
Leagatius throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Leagatius swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Leagatius is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Leagatius on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Leagatius ducks right into an uppercut from Randleman.
Leagatius connects with a jab.
Randleman lands a lovely overhand right.
Brutus Leagatius is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Leagatius gets caught napping as Randleman dives in and scores a takedown. Leagatius manages to retain guard.
Randleman looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Randleman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Randleman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Randleman trying to control but Leagatius is working from the bottom.
Randleman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Leagatius swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Leagatius is trying to control the position but Randleman postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sloppy strikes from Leagatius. Those never looked like landing.
Leagatius walks into a straight right hand from Randleman.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Randleman or perhaps it was just good defense by Leagatius, which made it look bad.
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman lands a nice shot that snaps Leagatius's head back.
Leagatius cracks Randleman with a good jab.
A big right from Leagatius misses.
A slow jab from Leagatius misses its intended target.
Randleman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Leagatius to score with a decent uppercut.
Quinton Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3##CL2#
Randleman has taken the fight to the clinch.
Randleman tries to break free but Leagatius pushes him back against the cage.
Leagatius looking to stall.
Leagatius scores with a nice hook to the head.
Randleman makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Brutus Leagatius has been cut.#BC2#
Randleman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Randleman fails to land the takedown.
Randleman moves out of range as Leagatius strikes.
The fighters circle momentarily. Randleman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Randleman is looking to clinch. #TD2#
Randleman fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Leagatius to the ground. Randleman is now in Leagatius's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randleman showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
Randleman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Randleman controls from within his opponent's guard.
Leagatius keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Leagatius is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Randleman throwing strikes from guard but Leagatius blocks nicely.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Randleman throws out a loose jab but Leagatius uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman dives in for a single leg takedown but Leagatius sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Leagatius just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD2#
Randleman darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Leagatius trying to control but Randleman postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman thows a huge punch but Leagatius dodges it nicely.
Randleman takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Randleman trying to control the action but Leagatius is working from the bottom. #T1#
Randleman controlling the pace.
Leagatius is refusing to be controlled, as Randleman sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Leagatius misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
Leagatius thows a left - swing and a miss!
Randleman misses with a straight right.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Leagatius was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
It looked like Leagatius wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Leagatius throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman 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. #T2#
Randleman lands with a right hand.
Randleman fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Leagatius looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Randleman loads up on a big right hand but Leagatius slips the punch.
Randleman lands a body shot.
Leagatius throws a head kick but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Randleman lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Leagatius throws a big shot that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sloppy strikes from Randleman. Those never looked like landing.
Leagatius misses with a straight right.
Randleman lands a nice hook to Leagatius's body. Leagatius takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T3#
Randleman thuds his right hand into Leagatius's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Randleman looks to land a combination but Leagatius avoids it well.
Randleman shoots for a double leg takedown but Leagatius sprawls well. He's pushed Randleman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Brutus Leagatius has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Leagatius walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Randleman looks for a takedown but Leagatius sprawls well.#TD2#
Randleman shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Leagatius's guard.
Leagatius will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Randleman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Leagatius works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Randleman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Randleman trying to control but Leagatius is working from the bottom.
Leagatius on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Leagatius tries to get out of the position.
Randleman looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
Randleman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Randleman trying to control but Leagatius is working from the bottom.
Randleman sitting in guard here, content to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Leagatius keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice uppercut there from Leagatius.

And that's the end of the fight!
Quinton Randleman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Randleman 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Quinton Randleman!
In his post fight interview, Quinton Randleman started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: EFA 42 Randleman vs Siliva
Date: Mar 25, 2018

#R1#
Randleman is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CL#
Siliva gets tackled into the cage by Randleman. Randleman maintains the clinch.
Randleman works on Siliva's body with a couple of short punches.
Randleman lands a shoulder strike.
Siliva fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Siliva jumps guard but Randleman turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Randleman throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Silivas head. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch.
Siliva tries to clinch but Randleman moves away #TD#
and Randleman counters with a takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman is chipping away with strikes.
Siliva taking a bit of punishment here - Randleman scoring with strikes.
Randleman moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Randleman working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Randleman in the domination position with Siliva hanging on.
Randleman in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Randleman is chipping away with strikes. #T1#
Randleman wants to control but Siliva is keeping him busy.
Randleman working away.
Randleman controls the position from side control.
Randleman is looking to take a break and control but Siliva is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Siliva is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Randleman controls the position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Siliva is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Siliva's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Randleman wants to control but Siliva is keeping him busy.
Randleman is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Siliva is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Siliva is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Siliva can't do much from the bottom here.
Siliva tries to improve position but can't. #T3#
Randleman just content to control the position.
Siliva tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Randleman wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Randleman scores with punches from side control.
Randleman creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Randleman in side control lands a decent elbow.
Randleman scores with a couple of short elbows.
Randleman controls the position.
Siliva is looking for a sweep.
Randleman in side control lands a decent elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Siliva tries to control but Randleman manages to take his back.
Randleman controlling well, preventing Siliva from escaping the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #T4#
Randleman has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Randleman has the hooks in. Siliva is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Randleman is punishing Siliva with some ground and pound.
Randleman keeps control of the position easily here as Siliva tries to buck him off.
Siliva is trying to stand back up.
Siliva covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
Siliva tries to escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Siliva shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
and Randleman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Siliva's guard.
Randleman is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Randleman working some strikes from top position.
Randleman postures up.
Randleman trying to control but Siliva is working from the bottom.
Siliva has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Jako Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Randleman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Siliva can do to turn this around?
Randleman scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Siliva trying to keep a closed guard but Randleman is proving a slippery customer. #T1##SUB2#
Siliva is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Randleman defends well.#SUB2#
Siliva throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Randleman here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Siliva keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Siliva being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Siliva looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Randleman is working Siliva over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Randleman lands a couple of elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Siliva has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Randleman is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Siliva.
Siliva tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Randleman looks up at the clock and then as Siliva takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Randleman smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Randleman controlling the position.
Randleman lands a decent elbow from side control.
Siliva takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Randleman is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Siliva will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T3#
Siliva is trying to control Randleman's posture but Randleman avoids it.
Randleman landing strikes.
You can see the frustration on Siliva's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Randleman controls the position from side control.
Randleman creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
The referee asks Randleman politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Randleman prefers to stall for the moment though.
Randleman wants to control but Siliva is keeping him busy.
Siliva tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Randleman wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Siliva gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Randleman with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Siliva looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Siliva looking for submissions off his back.
Siliva is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Quinton Randleman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Randleman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Randleman sitting and controlling from the half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Siliva tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Randleman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Siliva has his takedown stuffed
and Randleman counters with a series of strikes. Siliva will be more careful next time no doubt.
Randleman seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Randleman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Siliva with a lazy takedown attempt
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Siliva thinking.
Siliva misses with a takedown
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Quinton Randleman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wanderson Siliva.
Siliva shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Siliva gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Randleman to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Randleman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
Randleman is working Siliva over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Siliva working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Randleman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Randleman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Randleman is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Randleman is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Siliva has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Randleman is looking to defend but Siliva has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Randleman! Siliva pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Randleman taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Wanderson Siliva!
An out of breath Wanderson Siliva thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Quinton Randleman stepped up to the mic, saying 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

Event: EFA 32 Carsara vs Trucks
Date: Mar 03, 2018

#R1#
Steel throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Randleman counters with a shoot takedown. Steel fights it but they end up in guard.
Randleman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Randleman chips away with some ground and pound.
Randleman 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. #SUB2#
Steel working for a triangle but Randleman defends it easily.
Randleman content to stall in guard here.
Randleman has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel pulls Randleman in close to his closed guard and prevents Randleman from doing any damage or advancing position.
Randleman scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1#
Randleman lands a couple of digs.
Steel looking for a sweep. Not yet Steel, not yet.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Randleman with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Randleman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Randleman's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Randleman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Randleman makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
Randleman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Randleman scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Randleman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Steel is trying to hold Randleman in close to prevent damage but Randleman has managed to pass into half guard.
Steel is trying to maintain the position but Randleman is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Randleman 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.
Steel is looking for a sweep. Randleman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Randleman 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.
Steel trying to control here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Randleman in particular looking to stall.#T3#
Randleman's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Steel is looking to improve his position.
Steel wants to get back to full guard but Randleman has passed into side control.
Steel tries to bench press Randleman off him but Randleman keeps the position.
Randleman works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Randleman working the head with strikes.
Randleman taking a breather here. #T4#
Steel takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
A lull in the action here.
Randleman in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman taking a breather here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Steel takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
A jab from Steel misses.
Randleman is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Randleman moves out of range as Steel strikes.
Steel misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Randleman rushes Steel and presses him up against the cage.
Steel swings wildly with an uppercut but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman lands a left hand. #BC#
Randleman manages to break the clinch.
Jab by Randleman.
Randleman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Steel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman drops down looking for a counter takedown but Steel sprawls and moves away.
Steel throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Randleman counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Steel!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Steel takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Randleman working away.
Randleman working the ground and pound.
The referee asks Randleman politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Randleman prefers to stall for the moment though.#T1#
Randleman working the ground and pound.
Randleman landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
You can see the frustration on Steel's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Randleman controls the position from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman looks up at the clock and then as Steel takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Randleman smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Randleman is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Steel is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Steel takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Randleman lands some shots froms side control.
Steel tries to buck Randleman off but Randleman is having none of it.
Randleman lands an elbow.
Steel tries to improve position but can't.
Steel is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Check out the look on Randleman's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
You can see the frustration on Steel's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Randleman is staying tight to Steel's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T3#
Randleman cracks Steel with a big elbow.
Steel seems a little lost for a moment, as Randleman dominates the positioning.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randleman working the head and body with strikes.
Randleman landing a few strikes.
You can see the frustration on Steel's face as Randleman controls the position.
You can see the frustration on Steel's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Steel's face as Randleman controls the position.
Randleman moves into full mount!
Steel tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Steel wants to hold on but Randleman pushes him away.
Steel is desperately trying to improve his position but Randleman has a good base and remains in mount.#T4#
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Randleman cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Randleman is landing with some decent strikes but Steel is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Steel is in all sorts of trouble here.
Steel is still trying to improve position.
Randleman working the ground and pound effectively.
The referee warns Steel that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Randleman pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Randleman putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Randleman postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Steel looks a forlorn figure.
Steel tries to hold on but Randleman postures up.
Randleman controlling from the full mount.
Randleman lands a nice shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Randleman getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steel can do to turn this around?
Steel swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Steel thinking.
Steel misses with a body shot.
Steel misses with a jab to the body
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
Randleman moves into the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Randleman.
Steel is looking to break free of the clinch but Randleman has double underhooks.
Randleman lands a right hand that snaps the head of Steel backwards.
Randleman lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Steel tries a body shot but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman lands an uppercut.
Randleman working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman is leaning against Steel and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Steel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Randleman is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC#
Randleman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Steel misses with a series of wild punches.
Randleman is looking for a counter combo.
Randleman looks to score with a jab to the body but Steel is just out of range.#T1##CL#
Randleman gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Randleman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Steel is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Steel throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Randleman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Steel misses the body punch
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Jerome Steel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A shot to the body from Steel misses
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD#
Randleman scores with a takedown into Steel's guard.
Randleman preventing the sweep.
Randleman tries to free his leg and advance position but Steel is retaining full guard.
Quinton Randleman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Randleman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2##SUB2#
Steel looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Randleman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Randleman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Randleman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Steel controls Randleman momentarily but Randleman frees himself.
Randleman looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T3#
Randleman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Steel's head.
Randleman is stalling in the full guard.
Further stalling from Randleman.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Randleman.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jerome Steel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Randleman there as he acknowledges the shot.
Steel misses with a hook.
Steel throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Steel throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Steel is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Randleman rather than just go for the knockout.#TD#
Randleman shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Randleman sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4#
Randleman cracks Steel with a solid left hand.
Randleman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Randleman won't allow Steel to sweep him here.
Randleman controls from within his opponent's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Quinton Randleman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Randleman 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: EFA 22 Randleman vs Ingle
Date: Feb 07, 2018

#R1#
Randleman keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ingle gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Randleman ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD#
Randleman closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Ingle's guard.
Ingle wants to stand and escape but Randleman is having none of it.
Randleman showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Randleman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Ingle's head.
Ingle wants to get back to his feet but Randleman is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Our spies down at at Cozad Amsterdam inform us that Ingle has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Randleman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1#
Randleman seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ingle for as long as he can get away with.
Randleman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Randleman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound.
Randleman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Randleman controls from within his opponent's guard.
Randleman has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ingle wants to stand but Randleman is controlling the position.
Randleman scoring with punches to the head and body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Randleman is stalling in the full guard.
Randleman connects with a couple of short punches.
Randleman controlling from the top position.
Randleman's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Randleman 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.
Randleman connects with a couple of short punches.
Randleman 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Randleman.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Randleman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ingle stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Randleman is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Randleman throws a shot to the body.
Ingle gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ingle gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T4#
Randleman keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Ingle enables Randleman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Ingle manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Randleman cracks Ingle with a solid left hand.
Randleman 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ingle wants to stand but Randleman is controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Randleman scores with a hook to the body. Ingle takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ingle has his takedown stuffed
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Joseph Ingle is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Randleman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Randleman is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Randleman is nestled in close to Ingle, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ingle tries to kick Randleman off but Randleman keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Randleman seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ingle looks like he's trying to stand up. #T1#
Randleman keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ingle can do to turn this around?
Randleman landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ingle can do anything to dispel that myth.
Randleman drops an elbow to the side of Ingle's head.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Randleman here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Randleman sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ingle is trying to stand back up but Randleman is controlling him
Randleman frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Randleman tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Further stalling from Randleman.#T2#
Randleman breaks from Ingle's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Randleman controlling the pace for now.
Randleman scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Ingle? #T3#
Randleman sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Randleman cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Randleman content just to control the position here.
Ingle is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Randleman controlling from the full mount.
Randleman lands with some strikes.#T4#
Randleman landing strikes, looking to finish!
Randleman landing strikes, looking to finish!
Randleman controlling his opponent.
Randleman lands with some strikes.
Randleman scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Ingle?
Randleman controlling from mount.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Randleman closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Ingle did well to prevent Randleman getting side control.
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. Randleman connects with a nice short shot to Ingle's temple.
Randleman drops an elbow to the side of Ingle's head.
Randleman trying to control the pace.
Ingle has hold of Randleman's hands but Randleman slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Randleman is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ingle tries to kick Randleman off but Randleman keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Randleman is taking a breather. Ingle 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.#T1#
Quinton Randleman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Randleman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ground and pound from Randleman.
Well, if Randleman is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Randleman is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Randleman lands a nice short elbow.
Randleman not doing much here.
Ingle is looking to escape.#T3#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Randleman lands a nice short elbow.
Randleman controlling the action here.
Randleman working over Ingle with some ground and pound. Ingle looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Randleman keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ingle looks like he's trying to stand up.
Well, if Randleman is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Randleman drops an elbow to the side of Ingle's head. #T4#
Ingle is trying to stand.
Randleman performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ingle takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ingle walks into a left hand.
Ingle on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Joseph Ingle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Quinton Randleman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CL#
Randleman closes the distance and pushes Ingle back into the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Quinton Randleman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Randleman 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 Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:24
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:26
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Quinton Randleman!
Quinton Randleman decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: DARE BEYOND THE THUNDERDOME
Date: Dec 30, 2017

#R1#
Good leg kick by Bedlaminov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Randleman misses with a body shot
and Bedlaminov counters with a stiff right hand.
Bedlaminov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
Randleman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bedlaminov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Randleman to score with a decent uppercut.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bedlaminov as he jumps to the side.
Bedlaminov wants to counter the offense by Randleman and move into the clinch position.
A big right from Bedlaminov misses.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bedlaminov.
Bedlaminov misses with a looping left.
The crowd cheers as Bedlaminov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Randleman doesn't seem phased though.
Randleman swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bedlaminov.#CL#
Randleman clinches.
We've been hearing reports that Randleman has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this 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!
Bedlaminov prevents a body shot from Randleman.
Still in the clinch, Bedlaminov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Randleman is trying to drag Bedlaminov to the mat but Bedlaminov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Bedlaminov throws a punch but it's blocked by Randleman. #BC2#
Bedlaminov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Bedlaminov connects with a leg kick. Randleman looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #CL#
Randleman has closed the distance and engaged Bedlaminov in a clinch.
A shot in the inside from Bedlaminov.
Randleman wants to break free but Bedlaminov has control.
Randleman stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Randleman working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Randleman misses with a punch to the body.
Bedlaminov throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Bedlaminov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Randleman drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Randleman scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Randleman digs a good body shot into Bedlaminov's ribs.
Bedlaminov slips under a jab from Randleman.
Bedlaminov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bedlaminov misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Randleman misses with a shot to the body
and Bedlaminov counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Quinton Randleman 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!
Randleman is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL#
Randleman clinches up against the cage.#T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bedlaminov.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bedlaminov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Bedlaminov breaks the clinch.
Randleman tries to clinch but fails miserably #KD2#
and Bedlaminov counters with a nice right hand that sends Randleman toppling to the canvas! Randleman scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Bedlaminov finish him?!
Yuri Bedlaminov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Bedlaminov moves away and avoids it.
Bedlaminov misses with a hook.
Bedlaminov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bedlaminov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#TD#
Randleman drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bedlaminov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Randleman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Randleman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Randleman is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Bedlaminov trying to move into half guard but instead Randleman has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Bedlaminov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Bedlaminov keeps moving.
Randleman preventing the sweep.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3#
Randleman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Randleman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Randleman throwing strikes from guard but Bedlaminov blocks nicely.
Bedlaminov wants to sweep here but Randleman controlling him for the moment.
Bedlaminov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Randleman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bedlaminov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bedlaminov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randleman is one step ahead there.
Bedlaminov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Randleman's guard. #REVB#
Randleman 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.#T4#
Randleman keeping full guard, as Bedlaminov tries to pass.
Bedlaminov passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bedlaminov works his way into side control.
You can see the frustration on Randleman's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Bedlaminov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Bedlaminov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Randleman is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Randleman 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.
Randleman is looking for a sweep.
Bedlaminov working the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yuri Bedlaminov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Randleman shoots in looking for a takedown but Bedlaminov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Randleman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Randleman checks a leg kick. #TD#
Randleman gets a takedown into half guard.
Randleman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bedlaminov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Randleman is working away from the top position though.
Bedlaminov wants to get back to full guard.
Randleman trying to control the action but Bedlaminov is working from the bottom.
Bedlaminov is positioning himself well to prevent Randleman advancing to mount.
Yuri Bedlaminov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bedlaminov gets back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Randleman trying to control but Bedlaminov is working from the bottom.
Bedlaminov is adopting a defensive guard.
Bedlaminov trying to control the position. #T1#
Bedlaminov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Randleman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Randleman has a closed guard, preventing Bedlaminov from standing up.
Bedlaminov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Randleman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bedlaminov trying to control but Randleman is working from the bottom.
Randleman utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Bedlaminov stopping the sweep attempt from Randleman.
Bedlaminov tries to free his leg and advance position but Randleman is retaining full guard.
Randleman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bedlaminov's guard. #REVR#
Bedlaminov 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.#T2#
Bedlaminov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Randleman won't allow Bedlaminov to sweep him here.
Bedlaminov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Bedlaminov 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.
Bedlaminov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bedlaminov trying to keep a closed guard but Randleman is proving a slippery customer.
Randleman preventing the sweep.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Bedlaminov keeps moving.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
Bedlaminov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randleman is one step ahead there.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Bedlaminov keeps moving.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Bedlaminov is trying to control the position but Randleman postures up.
Bedlaminov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randleman is one step ahead there.
Bedlaminov controlling Randleman's posture. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bedlaminov is looking to slow Randleman down with leg kicks.
Bedlaminov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Randleman misses with a takedown attempt - Bedlaminov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T4#
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bedlaminov loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.#TD#
Randleman drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Bedlaminov is pulling down on Randleman's head to control his posture.
Randleman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Bedlaminov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bedlaminov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bedlaminov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Bedlaminov keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Yuri Bedlaminov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
That's time! Randleman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Bedlaminov defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
Randleman on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bedlaminov. Bedlaminov obviously looking to wear him down.
Bedlaminov feints and then cracks Randleman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Randleman down.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bedlaminov.
Bedlaminov moves away from the strike by Randleman.
Bedlaminov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#CL#
Randleman moves into the clinch.
Randleman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Randleman is looking to take this one to the mat.
Randleman wants a takedown.
Randleman looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Quinton Randleman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Randleman working hard to break the clinch.
Randleman presses Bedlaminov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Randleman gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Bedlaminov regains guard.
Randleman is fighting to break Bedlaminov's control of his arms but Bedlaminov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Bedlaminov keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Bedlaminov wants to sweep but no luck.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bedlaminov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Randleman's guard. #REVB##T1#
Randleman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bedlaminov passes Randleman's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Bedlaminov is trying to control. Randleman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
It looks like Bedlaminov is going to stand back up.
Bedlaminov wants to pass to mount but Randleman is defending the position.
Bedlaminov blocks the strikes from Randleman.
Bedlaminov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Randleman!
Bedlaminov working the ground and pound effectively.
Randleman tries to reverse the position but Bedlaminov maintains control.#SU2#
Bedlaminov get's back to his feet.
Bedlaminov stuffs the takedown.#T2#
Randleman wants to clinch but Bedlaminov slips to the side
and Bedlaminov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bedlaminov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
That kick from Bedlaminov tenderised Randleman's leg. Randleman is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bedlaminov looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
Randleman is looking for a counter combo.
Randleman with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bedlaminov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A shot to the body from Randleman misses
and Bedlaminov counters with a straight right hand.
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!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Bedlaminov.
A shot to the body from Randleman misses #KD2#
and Bedlaminov counters with a crisp right hand that drops Randleman! Bedlaminov lets Randleman back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#
Randleman is rocked!
Randleman defending well as Bedlaminov loads up on a big left hand.
Oh Randleman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bedlaminov lands a nice shot to the body.
Bedlaminov throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
Randleman seems to have got his legs back now.
Bedlaminov lands with a good body shot.
Bedlaminov scores with a leg kick.
Jab from Bedlaminov.
Randleman doesn't manage to clinch there - Bedlaminov circles away.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bedlaminov.#T3#
A combination from Randleman does no damage.
Bedlaminov takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Bedlaminov, right into the meat.
Bedlaminov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
That kick from Bedlaminov tenderised Randleman's leg. Randleman is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bedlaminov tries to work over Randleman's front leg with a kick but Randleman checks it.
Bedlaminov cracks Randleman with an open hand slap.#KD2#
Bedlaminov cracks Randleman with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Bedlaminov has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Randleman to stand back up!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Some bone on bone action there as Randleman checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Bedlaminov saw that one coming.
Randleman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bedlaminov.
Randleman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nice takedown defense from Bedlaminov. No joy for Randleman on that attempt.
Bedlaminov missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bedlaminov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Randleman's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.#T4#
Bedlaminov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL#
Randleman clinches.
Randleman blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bedlaminov. #KD2#
Bedlaminov drops Randleman onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Randleman is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Randleman scores with a nice hook to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Bedlaminov.
Bedlaminov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bedlaminov drops Randleman with a massive uppercut from the clinch! Oh my word, Randleman is out cold! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Yuri Bedlaminov!
Yuri Bedlaminov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Quinton Randleman stepped up to the mic, saying 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

Event: DARE 17
Date: Dec 09, 2017

#R1#
Good work by Randleman as he checks the leg kick.
Randleman fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#TD#
Randleman fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Douglas to the ground. Randleman is now in Douglas's guard.#SUB2#
Douglas working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Randleman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Randleman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Randleman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Douglas not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Douglas keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Randleman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Douglas had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Randleman defends it easily.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Douglas has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Randleman is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Douglas.#T1#
Douglas is trying to get back to half guard.
Randleman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Douglas keeps working.
Randleman just content to control the position.
Randleman working the body and head with strikes.
Douglas is looking for a sweep.
Randleman scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Douglas to see if he's OK.
The referee asks Randleman politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Randleman prefers to stall for the moment though.
Douglas sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Douglas actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Douglas looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2##SUB2#
Douglas actively working from the bottom here.
Douglas tries to roll over but Randleman keeps him under control.
Randleman seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Randleman is nestled in close to Douglas, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2#
Douglas looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Randleman working over Douglas with some ground and pound. Douglas looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Randleman is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Randleman's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Douglas makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Douglas.#T3##SUB2#
Douglas is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Randleman is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Douglas is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Randleman is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Douglas is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Randleman 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.
Randleman chips away with some ground and pound.
Randleman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Randleman has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Randleman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Douglas's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman content to stall in guard here. #T4##SUB2#
Douglas is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Douglas looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Douglas is looking for a triangle but Randleman pushes his legs off easily.
Randleman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Douglas has an active guard here but Randleman has managed to pass into half guard. #SUB2#
Douglas looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Douglas lets loose with a powerful body kick. Randleman will feel that in the morning.
Randleman throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Douglas.
Randleman cracks Douglas with a good jab.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Douglas takes one to the side of the head.
Randleman slips a straight right by Douglas.#TD#
Randleman scores with a takedown into Douglas's guard.
Our spies down at at Nemesis Gym inform us that Douglas has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Randleman trying to control but Douglas is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Douglas is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Douglas keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Randleman is sitting in close to Douglas's body. Douglas has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Randleman is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Randleman is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Douglas.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Samuel Douglas!
Samuel Douglas thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Quinton Randleman stepped up to the mic, saying 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

Event: DARE 13
Date: Nov 12, 2017

#R1#
Lennartsson leaves Randleman with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Lennartsson unleashes a big counter combination but Randleman bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Lennartsson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Randleman throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lennartsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Randleman scores with a jab to the body.
Randleman scores with a hook.
Randleman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Randleman comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Randleman with a poor takedown
and Lennartsson counters with a right hand to the body.
Randleman has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Quinton Randleman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lennartsson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lennartsson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Good exchange - Randleman coming out on top.
Randleman connects with a jab.
Lennart Lennartsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lennartsson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT2#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.
Lennartsson throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD#
Randleman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Randleman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lennartsson is trying to get back to full guard.
Randleman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Randleman slows the pace down in half guard.
Randleman wants to control but Lennartsson is keeping him busy. #T2#
Randleman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Randleman wants to take a breather but Lennartsson is having none of it.
Randleman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lennartsson defending well though.
Randleman is looking to take a break and control but Lennartsson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Randleman controlling the pace.
Lennartsson tries to roll over but Randleman keeps him under control.#T3#
Randleman trying to control from half guard but Lennartsson is working away.
Randleman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lennartsson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Randleman lands with a punch from half guard.
Lennartsson is refusing to be controlled, as Randleman sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randleman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Randleman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lennartsson defending well though.
Lennartsson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Randleman.
Randleman trying to control from Lennartsson's half guard. Lennartsson has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T4#
Randleman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Randleman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Randleman is working Lennartsson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lennartsson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lennartsson is adopting a defensive guard.
Randleman passes Lennartsson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Randleman is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Lennartsson reverses the position - he's now on top in Randleman's guard.
Randleman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Randleman throws a poor cross that misses
and Lennartsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lennartsson needs to keep his hands up - Randleman had a free shot at his head there.
Quinton Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Lennartsson saw that one coming.
Randleman tries for a takedown but Lennartsson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lennartsson thuds his right hand into Randleman's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Randleman fails with an attempt to clinch.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
It seemed like Lennartsson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Danga de danga de dang - Lennartsson scores with a four punch combination!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Randleman. #CL#
Lennartsson gets tackled into the cage by Randleman. Randleman maintains the clinch.
Lennartsson stalling.
Randleman goes for a takedown attempt but Lennartsson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Quinton Randleman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Randleman lands a slapping body shot.
Randleman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Randleman tries to clinch but fails miserably #KD2#
and Lennartsson counters with a nice right hand that sends Randleman toppling to the canvas! Randleman scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Lennartsson finish him?!
Randleman closes the distance but Lennartsson moves to the side
and Lennartsson counters with a huge left! Randleman is in big trouble! He's backing up but Lennartsson isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Randleman from any more damage. A dominating finish by Lennartsson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lennart Lennartsson!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Lennart Lennartsson waved his t-shirt featuring Sin City Allstars's logo in front of the cameras.
The defeated Quinton Randleman had this to say: 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

Event: DARE X
Date: Oct 21, 2017

#R1#
Kuznetcov throws a right and a left that Randleman avoids nicely.
Kuznetcov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Randleman throws out the jab.
A punch lands to the side of Kuznetcov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kuznetcov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kuznetcov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown but Randleman shows good takedown defense.
A telegraphed right hand from Randleman misses the target.
Randleman wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Randleman loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetcov slips the punch.
Randleman throws a body punch but Kuznetcov moves out of range.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman scores with a jab. Kuznetcov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kuznetcov staying out of range there.
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetcov.
Kuznetcov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Randleman defends it well.
Randleman bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetcov avoids the body shot from Randleman.
Kuznetcov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetcov moves away.
Kuznetcov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kuznetcov.#CUT2#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.#TD#
Randleman shoots in and bounces Kuznetcov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Kuznetcov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Randleman dives into side control. #REVB#
Randleman moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Randleman scoring with punches from side control.
Randleman slows the pace down.
Kuznetcov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Randleman's best efforts.
Randleman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Randleman slips a nice elbow through Kuznetcov's hands, connecting with Kuznetcov's forehead.#T2#
Randleman is stalling here. Kuznetcov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Randleman seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Kuznetcov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Kuznetcov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Nice strikes from Randleman there.
Kuznetcov moves into full guard.
Kuznetcov keeping full guard, as Randleman tries to pass.
Randleman throwing strikes but missing.
Kuznetcov has momentary wrist control but Randleman slips an elbow through the middle.
Randleman won't allow Kuznetcov to sweep him here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kuznetcov is on top in guard. #REVB#
Randleman 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.#T3#
Kuznetcov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kuznetcov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Randleman is trying to hold Kuznetcov in close to prevent damage but Kuznetcov has managed to pass into half guard.
Randleman wants to improve his position but Kuznetcov is controlling well.
Randleman manages to get to full guard.
Kuznetcov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Randleman keeping moving, preventing Kuznetcov from controlling successfully. #T4#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kuznetcov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kuznetcov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kuznetcov stopping the sweep attempt from Randleman.
Kuznetcov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Randleman wants to sweep but no luck.
Kuznetcov connects with a couple of short punches.
Kuznetcov with a nice head shot there.
Randleman wants to hit a switch here but Kuznetcov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Randleman there!
Randleman is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Randleman working to try and regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Kuznetcov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kuznetcov misses with a wild combination.
Randleman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Randleman misses with a straight left.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kuznetcov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetcov slips under a jab.
Donk. Kuznetcov catches Randleman right on the button with a cross.
A jab from Kuznetcov misses.
Kuznetcov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetcov slips the punch.
Kuznetcov with the counter takedown but Randleman avoids it easily.
Randleman misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kuznetcov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#KD2#
Kuznetcov cracks Randleman with a big right hand and Randleman goes down!#ROC2#
Randleman is rocked!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetcov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Oh Randleman is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Kuznetcov postures up and lands a big shot to Randleman's brow.
Randleman has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kuznetcov has passed into side control.
Randleman seems to have got his legs back now.
Kuznetcov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kuznetcov cracks Randleman with a big right hand but Randleman just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Kuznetcov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Randleman to see if he's OK.
Kuznetcov working the body and head with strikes.
Randleman trying his best to control but Kuznetcov has mounted him.
Randleman wants to control but Kuznetcov is having none of it.
Kuznetcov has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Randleman's face.
Kuznetcov loads up with a big shot that hurts Randleman! He's pulled Kuznetcov in close but Kuznetcov has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Randleman survive? More strikes from Kuznetcov and Randleman is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Andrey Kuznetcov!
Andrey Kuznetcov is the new heavyweight champion!
Andrey Kuznetcov thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Quinton Randleman had this to say: 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

Event: DARE 8
Date: Sep 30, 2017

#R1#
Randleman throws an overhand right that lands on Ragnarsson's shoulder, as Ragnarsson tries to avoid the shot.
Randleman throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Bjorn Ragnarsson has been cut.
Randleman looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ragnarsson scores with a hook.
Ragnarsson moves away from the strike by Randleman.
A left lands for Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Randleman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Randleman.
Randleman content to stall in guard here.
Ragnarsson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Randleman.
Ragnarsson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Ragnarsson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Randleman controls the pace.#T1#
Randleman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ragnarsson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Randleman preventing the sweep.
Ragnarsson trying to control the position.
Ragnarsson keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ragnarsson is on top in guard. #REVR#
Randleman working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ragnarsson.
Randleman 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.#T2#
Randleman trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Randleman working a defensive guard here.
Ragnarsson stopping the sweep attempt from Randleman.
Ragnarsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Randleman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ragnarsson preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Randleman scores with a shot to the body.
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Randleman misses with a takedown attempt - Ragnarsson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Ragnarsson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Randleman slips under a jab from Ragnarsson.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ragnarsson cracks Randleman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Ragnarsson's head but Ragnarsson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ragnarsson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Randleman lands a slapping body shot.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Randleman misses with a body shot
letting Ragnarsson counter with a right hand.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Ragnarsson feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Randleman misses with a jab to the body
and Ragnarsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Randleman misses with a left hand
and Ragnarsson counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ragnarsson swivels and escapes.
Ragnarsson is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Ragnarsson throws a chopping leg kick but Randleman manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Randleman throws a right hand that misses
and Ragnarsson counters with a leg kick.
Randleman looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bjorn Ragnarsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman throws a hook but Ragnarsson avoids it easily.
Ragnarsson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Randleman on the side of the head.
Randleman is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Ragnarsson digs a good hook to Randleman's body.
Nice defenses there by Randleman.
Ragnarsson just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ragnarsson manages to avoid it.
Ragnarsson scores with a jab.
Quinton Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ragnarsson's head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Ragnarsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ragnarsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Ragnarsson saw that one coming.
Randleman swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It looked like Ragnarsson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Randleman.
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 Bjorn Ragnarsson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Ragnarsson's cut.
That's time! Ragnarsson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Ragnarsson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ragnarsson throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
Ragnarsson scores with a jab. Randleman acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ragnarsson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Randleman misses with a straight right.
Ragnarsson fires out a quick counter leg kick but Randleman just manages to avoid it.
Randleman scores with a shot to the body.
Ragnarsson scores with a jab to the body.
Nice cross by Randleman.
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman ducks right into an uppercut from Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson walks into a left hand. #T1#
Randleman shoots in for a takedown but Ragnarsson shows good takedown defense.
Bjorn Ragnarsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ragnarsson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ragnarsson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ragnarsson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Randleman shoots in and drives through. Ragnarsson sprawls well.
Bjorn Ragnarsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Ragnarsson dodges the punch combination from Randleman.
Ragnarsson wants to slow Randleman down by chopping away at his legs.
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt.
Ragnarsson throwing a counter right hand but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Randleman misses with an uppercut
and Ragnarsson counters with a nice low kick that buckles Randleman's knee momentarily.
Randleman comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Randleman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ragnarsson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.#T2#
Ragnarsson's corner calls for a 1-2. Ragnarsson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Randleman looks to score with a jab to the body but Ragnarsson is just out of range.
Bjorn Ragnarsson is winning the standup battle so far.
Randleman throws the left hand but Ragnarsson avoids the punch easily.#TD2#
Randleman shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES#
Ragnarsson pushes Randleman off and scrambles back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ragnarsson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#TD2#
Randleman feints and as Ragnarsson raises his hands in defense, Randleman changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ragnarsson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Randleman passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Randleman taking a breather here.
Randleman 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. #T3#
Ragnarsson dodges the ground and pound from Randleman.
Ragnarsson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Randleman postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Randleman trying to control the action but Ragnarsson is working from the bottom.
Randleman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Randleman misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Randleman working the head with strikes.
Randleman content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Randleman in side control lands a decent elbow. #T4#
Randleman sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Ragnarsson is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Randleman in side control, throwing shots but Ragnarsson defends.
Randleman is looking to take a break and control but Ragnarsson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Randleman creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Ragnarsson sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Ragnarsson's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Randleman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Randleman takes a swing at Ragnarsson's ribcage but misses.
Randleman lands with a nice body punch.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Randleman tries for a takedown but Ragnarsson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ragnarsson is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ragnarsson jabs Randleman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ragnarsson moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Donk. Ragnarsson catches Randleman right on the button with a cross.
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randleman swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ragnarsson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman missing with a left hand there. Ragnarsson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ragnarsson.
Randleman looks to land a combination. Ragnarsson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T1#
Ragnarsson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ragnarsson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Randleman.
Randleman throws a series of punches but Ragnarsson avoids them all with ease.
Ragnarsson staying out of range there.
A little feinted left hand from Ragnarsson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice body punch from Randleman.
Ragnarsson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Randleman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Randleman swinging wildly here.
A counter left hand to the body from Ragnarsson misses its target.
Ragnarsson misses with a wild combination. #T2#
Randleman misses with a straight left.
Randleman looks to land a combination but Ragnarsson avoids it well.
A little feinted left hand from Ragnarsson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Randleman throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Ragnarsson counters with a nice low kick that buckles Randleman's knee momentarily.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ragnarsson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ragnarsson wants it to stay on the feet.
Bjorn Ragnarsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Randleman shoots for a takedown but Ragnarsson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Randleman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Randleman swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ragnarsson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ragnarsson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
Ragnarsson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Randleman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Randleman misses with a body punch
enabling Ragnarsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman digs a good hook to Ragnarsson's body. #T3#
Randleman throws a nice looking combination but Ragnarsson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Randleman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ragnarsson tries to avoid it but Randleman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ragnarsson to the ground. Ragnarsson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ragnarsson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ragnarsson defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
Randleman lands a nice shot to the body.
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ragnarsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ragnarsson is looking to slow Randleman down with leg kicks.
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ragnarsson.
Randleman scores with a nice right hand.
Randleman scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Ragnarsson stuffs the takedown.
Randleman misses with a two punch combination.
Ragnarsson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ragnarsson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ragnarsson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T4#
Randleman missing with a left hand there. Ragnarsson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ragnarsson takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
Randleman takes a swing at Ragnarsson's ribcage but misses.
Some wild striking there from Randleman.
Ragnarsson fires out a quick counter leg kick but Randleman just manages to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman with a poor takedown
and Ragnarsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ragnarsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ragnarsson sprawls well. Ragnarsson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Randleman gets slowly back to his feet.
Good standup being displayed there by Ragnarsson as he connects with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Quinton Randleman just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Ragnarsson's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Randleman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ragnarsson throwing a counter right hand but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Randleman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ragnarsson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ragnarsson connects with a leg kick. Randleman looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ragnarsson but Ragnarsson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ragnarsson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
Randleman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #TD2#
Randleman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Randleman prevents Ragnarsson from improving his position.
Randleman slips a nice elbow through Ragnarsson's hands, connecting with Ragnarsson's forehead.#T1#
Ragnarsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Randleman throws a strike but Ragnarsson avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Randleman is working Ragnarsson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Randleman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Quinton Randleman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Randleman is looking to work some ground and pound but Ragnarsson has wrist control.
Randleman wants to pass the guard but Ragnarsson is keeping the position.
Randleman is working Ragnarsson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ragnarsson keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Ragnarsson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Randleman throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Ragnarsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ragnarsson has his hands on Randleman's head, controlling the position.
Randleman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ragnarsson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Ragnarsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randleman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ragnarsson works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A big right from Randleman misses.
Ragnarsson is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Randleman has a takedown stuffed.
Ragnarsson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Randleman misses with a takedown attempt - Ragnarsson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bjorn Ragnarsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Randleman connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ragnarsson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Randleman doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ragnarsson moves away.
Nice uppercut lands for Randleman. That snapped Ragnarsson's head back.
Ragnarsson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Randleman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Ragnarsson controlling the position for now.#T4#
Ragnarsson wants to get back to full guard.
Randleman with the ground and pound but Ragnarsson uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Ragnarsson wants to sweep here but Randleman controlling him for the moment.
Ragnarsson trying to keep a closed guard but Randleman is proving a slippery customer.
Randleman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ragnarsson is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ragnarsson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Ragnarsson's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ragnarsson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ragnarsson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Randleman doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Ragnarsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman misses with a hook. Ragnarsson ducked under it nicely.
Randleman throws a body punch but Ragnarsson moves out of range.
Ragnarsson is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Randleman.
Randleman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Ragnarsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman thuds his right hand into Ragnarsson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Randleman throws a lazy uppercut
and Ragnarsson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Randleman. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Randleman throws the left hand but Ragnarsson avoids the punch easily.
Ragnarsson lands a nice shot that snaps Randleman's head back.
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Ragnarsson staying out of range there.
Ragnarsson avoids the body shot from Randleman.
Ragnarsson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Randleman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ragnarsson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Randleman displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Randleman misses with a shot to the body
and Ragnarsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Randleman has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ragnarsson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
Ragnarsson looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
Randleman throws a jab but it's blocked by Ragnarsson.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Randleman takes a swing at Ragnarsson's ribcage but misses.
Nice takedown defense from Ragnarsson. No joy for Randleman on that attempt. #T2#
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Randleman on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Randleman with a hook.
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!
Ragnarsson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Ragnarsson moved out of range nicely.
Randleman lands a slapping body shot.
Randleman swings for the body but Ragnarsson moves out of range.
Ragnarsson avoids the body shot from Randleman.
Ragnarsson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ragnarsson throwing a counter right hand but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Randleman misses with a jab to the body
and Ragnarsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A bone on bone clash there as Randleman blocks the leg kick.
Randleman walks into a jab.
Ragnarsson tries a low kick but Randleman avoids it.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Ragnarsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ragnarsson throws a leg kick but Randleman sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Randleman doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ragnarsson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Randleman looks to score with a jab to the body but Ragnarsson is just out of range.
Ragnarsson is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ragnarsson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ragnarsson wants it to stay on the feet.
Bjorn Ragnarsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ragnarsson. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jab from Randleman.
Ragnarsson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ragnarsson. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ragnarsson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randleman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ragnarsson is fending him off so far but Randleman persists. Nope, Ragnarsson circles away and we're back to standing.
A little feinted left hand from Ragnarsson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ragnarsson catches Randleman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Bjorn Ragnarsson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Randleman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from Ragnarsson misses the target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a hook to the body
and Ragnarsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A punch lands to the side of Randleman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Randleman moves out of range as Ragnarsson strikes.
Randleman lands a glancing blow to the side of Ragnarsson's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Randleman misses with a right hand
and Ragnarsson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Randleman fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ragnarsson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Randleman misses with a double jab
and Ragnarsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Quinton Randleman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#CUT#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.
Randleman is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Ragnarsson missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Quinton Randleman.
I think Randleman 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 46:49
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 48:47
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 47:49

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Quinton Randleman!
Quinton Randleman is the new heavyweight champion!
Quinton Randleman was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: DARE 6
Date: Sep 09, 2017

#R1#
Randleman shoots in looking for a takedown. Boxing tries to sprawl out of it but Randleman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Boxing manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boxing.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boxing.#CL#
Randleman clinches up with Boxing and pushes him back against the cage.
Good body shot from Randleman. #TD#
Randleman has Boxing pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Randleman pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Boxing tumbling to the mat - Randleman dives into Boxing's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boxing pulls Randleman in to control the position.
Randleman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman tries to free his leg and advance position but Boxing is retaining full guard.
Randleman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Boxing looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randleman is one step ahead there.
Randleman with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T1#
Randleman distracts Boxing with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Boxing is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boxing pulls Randleman in close to his closed guard and prevents Randleman from doing any damage or advancing position.#ES2#
Boxing has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Randleman has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Randleman can't get the takedown.
Boxing pushes Randleman back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Boxing tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Boxing misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Randleman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Boxing pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Quinton Randleman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boxing misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Randleman successfully pulls guard.
Boxing is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
Boxing trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boxing preventing the sweep.
Boxing stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Randleman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Randleman 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#
Randleman not doing much here.
Randleman throwing shots but Boxing is blocking nicely.
Randleman content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boxing felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Randleman 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.#T3#
Randleman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Randleman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Boxing defending well though.
Randleman perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Boxing wants to improve his position but Randleman is controlling well.
Randleman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Randleman controlling the pace.
Randleman 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. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Randleman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Boxing's head.
Randleman is looking to take a break and control but Boxing is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nice strikes from Randleman there.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Randleman in particular looking to stall.
Randleman lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Randleman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boxing trying to hold on to Randleman's head to control him but Randleman postures up.
Randleman throwing shots but Boxing is blocking nicely.
Randleman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman 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#
Boxing throws a shot to the body.
Quinton Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Boxing misses.
Boxing throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Boxing slips under a jab from Randleman.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Boxing.
A big left from Randleman misses.
Randleman wants to clinch.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Boxing.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Boxing enables Randleman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Boxing manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Boxing is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Randleman is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boxing tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Boxing can do to turn this around?
Boxing is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Quinton Randleman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boxing keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully. #T1#
Boxing controls Randleman momentarily but Randleman frees himself.
Randleman stopping the sweep attempt from Boxing.
Boxing manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Randleman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Randleman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boxing manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Boxing is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boxing has momentary wrist control but Randleman slips an elbow through the middle.
Boxing 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.
Boxing is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T2#
Randleman trying to control but Boxing is working from the bottom.
Randleman landing with the ground and pound.
Boxing is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Randleman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boxing 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.
Boxing has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Randleman stops Boxing from standing up. #T3#
Boxing tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Randleman landing some decent shots from guard.
Randleman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Randleman throws a strike but Boxing rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Randleman 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#
Randleman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Boxing defending well though.
Randleman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4#
Boxing taking some punishment here, with Randleman in his half guard.
Randleman is trying to control. Boxing wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Randleman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Randleman scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Boxing is looking to control Randleman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boxing avoid being mounted?
Boxing is staying active underneath Randleman, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Randleman 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.
Randleman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Randleman stops Boxing from getting back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Boxing is looking for a sweep. Randleman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Randleman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Boxing's head.
Randleman controlling the action here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Randleman misses with a lunging right hand
and Boxing counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman connects with a body shot.
Boxing wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Randleman lands a slapping body shot.
Boxing doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman staying out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Boxing misses the target.
Randleman misses with a left hand
and Boxing counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #TD#
Randleman gets the takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boxing is looking for a sweep.
Randleman working the ground and pound but Boxing is defending the strikes.
An elbow from Randleman crashes against the mat.
The strikes coming from Randleman are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Boxing tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Randleman presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Randleman lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#T1#
Randleman raining down hammerfists from mount.
Randleman tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Randleman can't control as he wanted to and Boxing manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Randleman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Boxing trying to hold on to Randleman's head to control him but Randleman postures up.
Still in half guard, Randleman seems content to control.
Randleman stops Boxing from getting back to his feet.
Randleman with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Boxing is not content to let Randleman control the position.#T2#
Boxing is looking to improve his position.
Randleman wants to take a breather but Boxing is having none of it.
Randleman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Boxing is staying active underneath Randleman, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Randleman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Randleman is thwarting Boxing's attempts to control the position.
Randleman lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Randleman is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
Randleman stalling away here and it's allowed Boxing to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Randleman won't allow Boxing to get back to his feet.
Randleman cracks Boxing with a solid left hand.
Punch Boxing has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Randleman wants to control from the top but Boxing keeps moving.
Randleman content to stall in guard here.
Randleman is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Boxing utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#ES2#
Boxing is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #TD#
Randleman manages to pull guard.
Randleman wants to sweep here but Boxing controlling him for the moment.
Boxing wants to stand but Randleman is controlling his posture from full guard.
Randleman looking for a sweep. Not yet Randleman, not yet.
Randleman is working hard here to advance position.
Quinton Randleman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Randleman is trying to keep Boxing in close.

And that's the end of the fight!
Quinton Randleman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Randleman, 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Quinton Randleman!
Quinton Randleman tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: ABW 50 Gold Edition
Date: Aug 03, 2017

#R1##TD#
Randleman looking to score a takedown here. Machado is defending well but Randleman drives through and ends up in Machado's guard.
Randleman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Machado can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Randleman controls the pace.
Randleman preventing the sweep.
Randleman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Machado really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Randleman. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Randleman throwing strikes from guard but Machado blocks nicely.
Randleman 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.
Randleman lands a couple of elbows.#T1#
Machado has momentary wrist control but Randleman slips an elbow through the middle.
Randleman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Machado wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Randleman manages to pass to side control.
Machado taking some punishment here, with Randleman in his half guard.
Randleman is taking a breather. Machado 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.
Randleman lands strikes from half guard.
Randleman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Randleman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Randleman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Randleman controlling the action here.
Machado wants to get back to his feet.#T2#
Randleman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman content to control rather than advance.
Randleman throwing shots but Machado is blocking nicely.
Randleman is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ground and pound from Randleman.
Randleman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Randleman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Still in half guard, Randleman seems content to control.#T3#
Randleman has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Randleman landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Machado blocking the ground and pound attempt from Randleman.
Randleman 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.
Randleman is controlling the pace.
Randleman working the head and body with strikes.
Machado tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Randleman has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Randleman controlling the position easily from mount.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Machado can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
Randleman looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Randleman with a couple of short strikes.
Randleman takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Machado in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Machado keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Randleman controlling the position easily from mount.
Randleman is landing with some decent strikes but Machado is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#CUT#
It looks like Ricardo Machado has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman landing strikes from the mount and Machado is in trouble!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Machado's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Randleman lands with an overhand left.
Machado lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Randleman circles away quickly and effectively.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Machado.
Machado gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Randleman lands a nice hook to Machado's body. Machado takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Machado.
It looked like Randleman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Machado.
Machado misses with a hook
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman shoots in for a double leg but Machado sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Randleman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Machado quickly recovers to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Randleman in particular looking to stall.
Machado scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Randleman manages to mount him! #T1#
Machado in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Randleman landing strikes from the mount and Machado is in trouble!
Randleman has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Machado's face.
Randleman scoring with strikes but Machado is staying in there.
Machado is in a horrible position here. Randleman smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Machado is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Quinton Randleman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Randleman connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Randleman putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Randleman takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Randleman here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
The referee warns Machado that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #CUT#
That has opened up Ricardo Machado's cut even more.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman content just to control the position here.
Randleman lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#ROC#
Machado is rocked!#CUT#
Ricardo Machado's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Quinton Randleman!
Quinton Randleman retains his heavyweight title!
In his post fight interview, Quinton Randleman started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: ABW 43 Randleman - Gelfen
Date: Jul 13, 2017

#R1#
Gelfen misses the jab.#TD#
Randleman shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Gelfen napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES2#
Gelfen throws Randleman to one side and escapes!
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Gelfen.
Gelfen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Gelfen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Gelfen enables Randleman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Gelfen manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman content to stall in guard here.
Randleman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Randleman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Randleman throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman throws a big right hand that misses. #T1#
Randleman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Randleman with a nice head shot there.
Randleman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Randleman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Randleman tries to free his leg and advance position but Gelfen is retaining full guard.
Randleman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Randleman 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.
Randleman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Randleman postures up in Gelfen's guard and throws a big left but Gelfen blocks it.
Gelfen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Randleman postures up in Gelfen's guard and throws a big left but Gelfen blocks it.
Randleman controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Randleman's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Gelfen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Randleman scrambles back to his feet.
Randleman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Randleman.
Randleman is looking to take a break and control but Gelfen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gelfen managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Randleman.
We've been hearing that Randleman has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T3#
Gelfen defending against the ground and pound.
Gelfen told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Randleman scoring with punches from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gelfen tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Randleman presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Gelfen takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Gelfen keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Randleman landing strikes from the mount and Gelfen is in trouble!
Randleman lands a big shot there that rocks Gelfen but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Randleman looking to control and managing it successfully.
Randleman lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#T4#
Randleman is landing with some decent strikes but Gelfen is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Gelfen is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Randleman lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
BOOM! Randleman connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Randleman content just to control the position here.
Randleman seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Gelfen for as long as he can get away with.
Randleman with the ground and pound from mount.
Randleman takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gelfen is in a horrible position here. Randleman smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Gelfen keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Randleman misses with a takedown attempt - Gelfen sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Randleman throws a right and a left that both miss.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gelfen.
Donk. Randleman catches Gelfen right on the button with a cross.
Gelfen misses with a body shot.
Gelfen misses with a body shot.
Randleman checks a low kick from Gelfen.
Good shot there by Randleman.#TD#
Randleman throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Gelfen was covering up waiting for the punch and Randleman finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Randleman chips away with some ground and pound.
Randleman stays in close to Gelfen's body and controls the position.
Randleman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Randleman trying to control but Gelfen is working from the bottom. #T1#
Randleman working some strikes from top position.
Randleman postures up and lands a big shot to Gelfen's brow.
Randleman content to stall in guard here.
Randleman continues to stall.
Randleman's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Gelfen has control of Randleman's left arm, preventing Randleman from doing any damage. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Randleman 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.
Randleman throwing strikes from guard but Gelfen blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Gelfen escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Randleman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gelfen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Gelfen trying to control the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Randleman is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Gelfen misses with a double jab.
Gelfen throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Randleman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Gelfen won't be happy with that. #T3#
Gelfen is working to avoid the ground and pound but Randleman connects with a decent elbow.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gelfen can do to turn this around?
Gelfen is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Randleman working the ground and pound.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Randleman scoring with punches from side control.
Randleman is putting a hurting on Gelfen here, landing some big shots from side control.
Randleman working the head and body with strikes.
Randleman lands a few punches from side control.
Gelfen is trying to get back to half guard.
Randleman working the body and head with strikes.
Randleman is working Gelfen over with some ground and pound from side control.
Randleman scoring with punches and elbows. #T4#
Randleman takes a little break here. Gelfen wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Randleman landing strikes.
Randleman tries to advance to mount but Gelfen denies him.
Randleman cracks Gelfen with a big right hand but Gelfen just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gelfen is trying to escape the position but Randleman is controlling the position.
Gelfen takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Randleman staying calm.
Randleman cracks Gelfen with a big elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3##TD#
Randleman throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Gelfen was covering up waiting for the punch and Randleman finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Gelfen looking to control.
Gelfen is looking to sweep but instead, Randleman has passed into half guard.
Quinton Randleman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Randleman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Randleman trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gelfen taking some punishment here, with Randleman in his half guard. #T1#
Randleman looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Gelfen with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Well, if Randleman is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Randleman working the head and body with strikes.
Randleman content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Randleman looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Randleman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Randleman working Gelfen over with strikes. #T2#
Gelfen on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Randleman performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Gelfen is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Randleman scores with a couple of nice shots.
Randleman stalling.
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. Randleman connects with a nice short shot to Gelfen's temple. #T3#
Randleman perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Gelfen looks like he's trying to stand up.
Gelfen taking some punishment here, with Randleman in his half guard.
Gelfen is looking to control Randleman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gelfen avoid being mounted?
Randleman slows the pace down in half guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Randleman closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Randleman 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.
Randleman lands with a punch from half guard.
Randleman with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Randleman is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gelfen is trying to keep Randleman in close.
Randleman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman clearly takes 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.
#R4#
Gelfen misses with a jab to the body
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gelfen.
A shot to the liver by Randleman. Beautiful body shot.
Eddie Gelfen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Gelfen. #TD#
Randleman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Randleman working the head and body with strikes.
Randleman perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Further stalling from Randleman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman slips a nice elbow through Gelfen's hands, connecting with Gelfen's forehead.
Randleman landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Randleman controlling the action here.
Randleman is nestled in close to Gelfen, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T1#
Randleman is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Randleman working over Gelfen with some ground and pound. Gelfen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#ROC#
Gelfen is rocked!
Randleman is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Gelfen is hurt! He's hurt bad - Randleman fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Gelfen from any more punishment! Congratulations to Randleman! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Quinton Randleman!
Quinton Randleman retains his heavyweight title!
After the fight, Quinton Randleman 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: ABW 35 Randleman - Galloway
Date: Jun 22, 2017

#R1##TD#
Randleman manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Galloway on his heels. He'll look to pass Galloway's guard now, I'm sure.
Randleman with a nice head shot there.
Randleman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Randleman is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Galloway avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've been hearing that Randleman has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Randleman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Galloway looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Randleman controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws a big elbow that misses.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Galloway keeps moving. #T1#
Randleman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Galloway works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Randleman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Randleman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Galloway keeps moving.
Randleman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown but Galloway shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Galloway throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
Randleman swats away the attempt to clinch by Galloway.#TD#
Randleman shoots in and bounces Galloway off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#T2#
Randleman controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Randleman is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Randleman 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.
Randleman works over Galloway with some ground and pound from guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Randleman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman 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.
Galloway preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Randleman stays in close to Galloway's body and controls the position.
Galloway keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Randleman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Galloway is pulling down on Randleman's head. It's preventing any offense from Randleman, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Galloway enables Randleman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Galloway manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Randleman wants to pass the guard but Galloway is keeping the position.#T4#
Randleman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Galloway can do anything to dispel that myth.
Galloway keeping full guard, as Randleman tries to pass.
Randleman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Galloway keeps moving.
Randleman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Galloway lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Galloway preventing the sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Randleman bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Galloway is trying to control Randleman's posture but Randleman avoids it.
The referee asks Randleman politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Randleman prefers to stall for the moment though.
Randleman scoring with punches and elbows.
Randleman lands some shots froms side control.
Randleman creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Randleman in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Randleman lands a nice forearm strike.
Randleman misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Randleman scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Galloway to see if he's OK.
Randleman creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Galloway is not content to let Randleman control the position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T1#
Randleman scores with a couple of short elbows.
Galloway is not content to let Randleman control the position.
Randleman moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Randleman is looking to take a break and control but Galloway is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Randleman scoring with punches from side control. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Galloway is not content to let Randleman control the position.
Randleman working the head and body with strikes.
Randleman trying to control the action but Galloway is working from the bottom.
Randleman is putting a hurting on Galloway here, landing some big shots from side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Galloway is not content to let Randleman control the position.
Randleman landing strikes. #T3#
Galloway is not content to let Randleman control the position.
Randleman tries to score with some ground and pound. Galloway controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Galloway can do to turn this around?
Galloway can't do much from the bottom here.
Randleman creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Randleman scoring with punches and elbows.
Randleman controls the position.
Randleman working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Randleman looking to control but instead Galloway has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Randleman is taking a breather. Galloway 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.
Randleman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Galloway does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Quinton Randleman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Randleman perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Randleman scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Randleman winds up and cracks Galloway with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Galloway is looking to control Randleman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Galloway avoid being mounted?
Randleman is trying to control the action in half guard but Galloway is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Randleman in particular looking to stall.
Randleman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Randleman seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Galloway for as long as he can get away with.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3##TD#
Randleman gets a double leg takedown into Galloway's guard.#SUB2#
Randleman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Galloway has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Randleman has managed to get both his arms back between Galloway's legs - danger averted.
Randleman throwing strikes but missing.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Galloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randleman postures up and lands a big shot to Galloway's brow. #T1#
Galloway pulls Randleman in to control the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Randleman's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Randleman looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Randleman stopping the sweep attempt from Galloway.
Randleman scoring with punches to the head and body.
Randleman looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Randleman stands and throws Galloway's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T2#
Randleman trying to control the action but Galloway is working from the bottom.
Galloway tries to buck Randleman off but Randleman is having none of it.
Randleman postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Check out the look on Randleman's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Randleman tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Randleman cracks Galloway with a big right hand but Galloway just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #T3#
Randleman throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Randleman working the head and body with strikes.
Randleman cracks Galloway with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Randleman working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Randleman grinds an elbow into Galloway's temple.
Galloway is working to avoid the ground and pound but Randleman connects with a decent elbow.
Randleman is working Galloway over with some ground and pound from side control.
Randleman controlling the position from side mount.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Randleman here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Randleman misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #T4#
Galloway seems a little lost for a moment, as Randleman dominates the positioning.
Randleman landing strikes.
You can see the frustration on Galloway's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Randleman taking a breather here.
Randleman cracks Galloway with a big elbow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Galloway sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Randleman working the ground and pound from side control.
Randleman passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Galloway!
Randleman with the ground and pound from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Galloway tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Randleman paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Galloway is looking to clinch.
Randleman fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Galloway avoids it really well and circles away.
Noel Galloway is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Randleman shoots in looking for a takedown but Galloway manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Randleman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Nice sprawl there from Galloway as Randleman shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Quinton Randleman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Randleman shoots in but no luck this time.
Galloway tries to clinch but Randleman moves out of range.
Quinton Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice takedown defense from Galloway. No joy for Randleman on that attempt.
Randleman shoots for a takedown but Galloway saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Galloway looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Randleman darts in looking for a takedown but Galloway gets double underhooks and turns Randleman into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Galloway enables Randleman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Galloway manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Randleman stopping the sweep attempt from Galloway.
Galloway keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Randleman chips away with some ground and pound.#T1#
Randleman stopping the sweep attempt from Galloway.
Randleman postures up and lands a big shot to Galloway's brow.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Galloway keeps moving.
Randleman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Galloway utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Galloway working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Randleman. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Randleman scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Randleman throws a strike but Galloway rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Randleman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Randleman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Galloway trying to control the position from guard on top but Randleman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randleman working a defensive guard here.
Galloway stopping the sweep attempt from Randleman.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Randleman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Galloway swivels and escapes.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Galloway enables Randleman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Galloway manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Randleman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Randleman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Galloway keeps moving. #T4#
Randleman postures up.
Randleman cracks Galloway with a solid left hand.
Randleman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Galloway is trying to control the position but Randleman postures up.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Galloway can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Randleman controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Randleman looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Randleman with a nice head shot there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Galloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman had his way with Noel Galloway in 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Randleman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Galloway swivels and escapes.#TD#
Randleman scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Galloway is not content to let Randleman control the position.
Randleman throws a strike but Galloway avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Galloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randleman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galloway keeping full guard, as Randleman tries to pass.
Randleman is working Galloway over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1#
Galloway avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Randleman is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Randleman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Galloway's head.
Randleman throws an elbow that misses. Galloway uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Randleman's guard. Nice move by Galloway!#REVB#
Randleman 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#
Randleman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Randleman landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2#
Randleman thows a huge punch but Galloway dodges it nicely.
Randleman working over Galloway with some ground and pound. Galloway looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Randleman is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Galloway!
Randleman working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Randleman looking to control but Galloway is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Randleman raining down shots from the mount!
Randleman raining down hammerfists from mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Galloway is squirming around, avoiding Randleman's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Randleman in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Noel Galloway has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Galloway is squirming around, avoiding Randleman's attempts to control the action.
Randleman scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Randleman controlling the pace for now.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Randleman cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Randleman can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Galloway is looking to escape.
Galloway is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4#
A nice elbow there by Randleman.
Randleman takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Galloway is in a horrible position here. Randleman smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman with shots to the head and body - Galloway looks very uncomfortable down there.
Quinton Randleman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Randleman has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Galloway's face.

And that's the end of the fight!
Quinton Randleman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Randleman, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 50:44
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 50:44
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 50:44

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Quinton Randleman!
Quinton Randleman retains his heavyweight title!
Quinton Randleman decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: ABW Champions Night
Date: Jun 08, 2017

#R1#
Randleman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Holding Cell in the buildup to the fight.#TD#
Randleman shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Randleman showed some decent athleticism there.
Takano wants to control but Randleman is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Randleman content to control rather than advance.
Takano blocking the ground and pound attempt from Randleman.
Randleman lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Randleman scoring with strikes to the body and head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Randleman controlling the pace.
Randleman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Randleman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
Takano is looking to improve his position.
Takano trying to hold on to Randleman's head to control him but Randleman postures up.
Randleman is looking to take a break and control but Takano is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Takano tries to get to full guard but Randleman has control of the leg.
Randleman working over Takano with some ground and pound. Takano looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Takano slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Randleman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Takano not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Randleman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Takano holds on and takes a little breather.
Randleman 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.
Randleman landing some decent shots from guard.
Randleman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Takano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Takano is trying to control the position but Randleman postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randleman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Randleman trying to control but Takano is working from the bottom.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
Randleman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Randleman trying to control but Takano is working from the bottom.
Takano has control of Randleman's left arm, preventing Randleman from doing any damage.
Takano avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Randleman looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Takano escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Randleman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Takano working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Randleman.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Yoshi Takano is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Takano with a hook.#T4#
Takano misses with a hook.
Takano misses with a body punch
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Takano as he avoids it easily.
Randleman fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Takano is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Randleman sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Randleman throws a left and a right that both miss
and Takano counters with a stiff right hand.
Takano moves out of range of the strikes.
Takano tests Randleman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Takano displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Randleman.
Takano scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Randleman doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Takano slaps away a takedown attempt from Randleman, before circling back to the center of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
That's time! Randleman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Randleman throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Despite the aggression on Takano's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Takano defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Randleman.
A little jabbing left from Takano on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Takano thumps Randleman with a low kick.
Takano swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Quinton Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Takano's head.
Takano throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman lands a jab-cross combination.
Randleman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Takano throws a sloppy body shot #TD#
and Randleman counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Takano!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Randleman trying to control the position but Takano is working away.
Randleman scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Takano to see if he's OK.
Randleman scoring with punches and elbows.
Takano is being controlled here. #T1#
Takano tries to bench press Randleman off him but Randleman keeps the position.
Randleman fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Randleman tries to advance to mount but can't.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Takano tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Randleman easily slips into full mount!
Takano is squirming around, avoiding Randleman's attempts to control the action.
Takano wants to hold on but Randleman pushes him away.
BOOM! Randleman connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Takano manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Randleman with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2#
Takano controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Takano tries to get to full guard but Randleman has control of the leg.
Randleman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Takano does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Quinton Randleman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Randleman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Randleman trying to control the pace. #T3##SUB2#
Takano looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Randleman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Takano is refusing to be controlled, as Randleman sits in half guard.
Takano wants to get back to full guard.
Takano wants to control but Randleman is keeping busy.
Takano is controlling Randleman's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Takano is staying active underneath Randleman, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Takano trying to control here.
Randleman working Takano over with strikes. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Takano taking some punishment here, with Randleman in his half guard.
Takano is trying to maintain the position but Randleman is very close to passing his half guard.
Ground and pound from Randleman.
Takano trying to control but Randleman postures up.
Randleman landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Randleman wants to take a breather but Takano is having none of it.
Takano has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at . . .. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Takano is looking for a sweep. Randleman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Takano displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Randleman throws out the jab.
Takano throws a leg kick #TD#
and Randleman counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Randleman scoring with punches to the head and body.
Takano controlling Randleman's posture.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound.
Randleman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Randleman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Randleman throws a big right hand that misses.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Takano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takano is trying to keep Randleman in close.
Takano keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Takano is trying to control the position but Randleman postures up. #T1#
Randleman 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.
Randleman distracts Takano with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Randleman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Takano's head.#SUB2#
Takano working for a triangle but Randleman defends it easily. #SUB2#
Takano looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Randleman chips away with some ground and pound.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Randleman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Takano's head.
Randleman distracts Takano with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Randleman showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Randleman landing some decent shots from guard.
Randleman is looking to work some ground and pound but Takano has wrist control.
Randleman trying to control but Takano is working from the bottom.
Randleman is stalling in the full guard.
Takano working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Randleman trying to control but Takano is working from the bottom.
Randleman postures up and lands a big shot to Takano's brow.
Randleman postures up.
Randleman controls from within his opponent's guard.
Takano is trying to keep Randleman in close. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Takano throws a leg kick #TD#
and Randleman counters with a shoot takedown. Takano fights it but they end up in guard.
Randleman is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Takano trying to keep a closed guard but Randleman is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
Takano keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Randleman throwing strikes but missing.
Randleman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Randleman is pushing down on Takano's leg trying to pass to half guard. Takano is fighting to maintain full guard but Randleman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Randleman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #ROC#
Takano is rocked!
Randleman throwing shots but Takano is blocking nicely.
Takano is looking for a sweep. Randleman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Randleman lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman is looking to take a break and control but Takano is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Randleman winds up and cracks Takano with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Takano.
Takano fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Randleman is out of range.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Takano can do to turn this around?
Randleman lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Takano circles away quickly and effectively.
Takano just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Takano was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.#TD#
Randleman scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Randleman creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Takano trying his best to control but Randleman has mounted him.
Randleman is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Takano is still in real trouble! Can Randleman finish him?
Takano tries to hold on but Randleman pushes him away.
Randleman cracks Takano with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Randleman lands a big shot to the head and Takano winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Quinton Randleman!
Quinton Randleman is the new heavyweight champion!
Quinton Randleman decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: ABW Title Tour. QF 155 & 265
Date: May 04, 2017

#R1##TD#
Randleman changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Jackson looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Jackson tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
BOOM! Randleman connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Randleman controlling from mount.
Randleman has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Randleman's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Jackson's face.
Randleman scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Jackson?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman cracks Jackson with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #T1#
The referee warns Jackson that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Randleman looking to finish Jackson with some ground and pound. This is bad for Jackson!
Randleman lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Randleman lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Jackson hang on?
Randleman sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Randleman working the ground and pound effectively.
Randleman postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Jackson bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Randleman and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Quinton Randleman!
After the fight, Quinton Randleman 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: SFC 11
Date: Mar 11, 2017

#R1#
Ahmadaliev connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Quinton Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman swats away the attempt to clinch by Ahmadaliev.#TD2#
Randleman is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ahmadaliev's half guard.
Randleman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Randleman is taking a breather. Ahmadaliev 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.
Ahmadaliev avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Randleman.
Ahmadaliev avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Randleman.
Ahmadaliev is trying to stand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Randleman scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Randleman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Randleman is pressing down on Ahmadaliev's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ahmadaliev is holding on for now. #T1#
Randleman with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randleman looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ahmadaliev on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Ahmadaliev tries to get out of the position.
Randleman performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ahmadaliev looks like he's trying to stand up. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Randleman content to control rather than advance.
Randleman is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Randleman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Randleman controlling the action here.
Randleman trying to mount his opponent but Ahmadaliev defends it.
Randleman drops an elbow to the side of Ahmadaliev's head.
Randleman is keen to just control but Ahmadaliev is a slippery customer.#T3#
Randleman working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Ahmadaliev's thigh. Ahmadaliev counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Randleman is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Randleman scoring with punches to the head and body.
Randleman lands a couple of elbows.
Randleman showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Randleman passes into half guard. #T4#
Ground and pound from Randleman.
Ahmadaliev wants to get back to his feet.
Randleman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ahmadaliev keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Randleman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Randleman slips a nice elbow through Ahmadaliev's hands, connecting with Ahmadaliev's forehead.
Randleman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ahmadaliev is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Randleman scores with a couple of nice shots.
Randleman is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ahmadaliev blocking the ground and pound attempt from Randleman.
Randleman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ahmadaliev defending well though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
A chopping leg kick lands by Ahmadaliev.
Randleman throws a jab when Ahmadaliev was well out of range.
Ahmadaliev went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ahmadaliev misses with a few strikes there.
Randleman wants to counter with a clinch but Ahmadaliev pushes him away.
Randleman dodges the punch combination from Ahmadaliev.
Ahmadaliev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Randleman lands with a right hand.
Randleman swinging wildly here.
Ahmadaliev appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Randleman throws a jab when Ahmadaliev was well out of range.
Randleman changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ahmadaliev but Ahmadaliev pushes him off and we're back to square one.
It looked like Ahmadaliev was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ahmadaliev sprawls well. Ahmadaliev wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Randleman gets slowly back to his feet.
Randleman slips a jab and a cross from Ahmadaliev. #T1#
Randleman slips a jab and a cross from Ahmadaliev.
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ahmadaliev.
Magomed Ahmadaliev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ahmadaliev slips a jab and a cross from Randleman.
Ahmadaliev lands a jab-cross combination.
Ahmadaliev tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ahmadaliev scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ahmadaliev as he avoids it easily.
Magomed Ahmadaliev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Ahmadaliev tries to clinch up but Randleman circles away and keeps his distance.
Ahmadaliev slips a jab and a cross from Randleman.
Magomed Ahmadaliev is winning the standup battle so far.
Randleman has a takedown stuffed.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ahmadaliev moves away.
Ahmadaliev ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Ahmadaliev counter with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman cracks Ahmadaliev with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ahmadaliev misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
Randleman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Randleman swings for the body but Ahmadaliev moves out of range.
Randleman misses the jab.
Ahmadaliev throws a series of punches but Randleman moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Randleman misses with a series of wild punches.
Ahmadaliev avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ahmadaliev scores with a three punch combo!
Randleman swinging wildly here.
Ahmadaliev is looking for a counter combo.
Ahmadaliev scores with a sloppy right hand. Randleman should have avoided that one.
A decent looking cross lands there for Randleman.#T3#
No joy there for Randleman, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ahmadaliev seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Randleman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Some wild striking there from Ahmadaliev.
Randleman tries to bum rush Ahmadaliev with a series of wild strikes but Ahmadaliev uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ahmadaliev throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Ahmadaliev scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The crowd cheers as Randleman lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ahmadaliev doesn't seem phased though.
Ahmadaliev throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Randleman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ahmadaliev at a distance.
Randleman scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ahmadaliev in his tracks.
Ahmadaliev leaves Randleman with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Ahmadaliev. Those never looked like landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ahmadaliev misses with a body kick.
Randleman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ahmadaliev connects with a high kick. #T4#
Ahmadaliev on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Magomed Ahmadaliev is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Randleman looks to land a right hand but Ahmadaliev moved out of range.
Randleman swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ahmadaliev.
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ahmadaliev manages to avoid it.
Randleman has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Randleman connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nice cross by Ahmadaliev.
Ahmadaliev misses with a series of wild punches.
Randleman rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ahmadaliev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Ahmadaliev moved out of range nicely.
Ahmadaliev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Randleman.
Ahmadaliev misses with a double jab.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Randleman on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ahmadaliev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Magomed Ahmadaliev will probably get the nod.
That's time! Ahmadaliev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Ahmadaliev has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Randleman finds it's way round the side to connect with Ahmadaliev's head.
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ahmadaliev.
Nice defenses there by Ahmadaliev.#CL#
Ahmadaliev moves into the clinch successfully.
Randleman tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ahmadaliev just stands there and leans against the cage.
Randleman can't find room to land a body shot as Ahmadaliev controls the action.
Ahmadaliev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ahmadaliev wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD2#
Randleman turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Randleman manages to end up in side control.
The referee asks Randleman politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Randleman prefers to stall for the moment though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Ahmadaliev is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Randleman has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T1#
Randleman scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Ahmadaliev to see if he's OK.
Randleman cracks Ahmadaliev with a big right hand but Ahmadaliev just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Randleman throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Ahmadaliev knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Randleman on the ground.
Ahmadaliev on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #ROC2#
Ahmadaliev is rocked!
Randleman scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Ahmadaliev is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Randleman can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Quinton Randleman!
Quinton Randleman is the new heavyweight champion!
After the fight, Quinton Randleman 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: SFC 10 Ahmadaliev Vs Randleman
Date: Feb 24, 2017

#R1#
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt.
Randleman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ahmadaliev can pounce on him.
Randleman tries for a takedown but Ahmadaliev sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
As Randleman tries to get set, Ahmadaliev tries to push him back and clinch up but Randleman manages to avoid the attempt.
Ahmadaliev stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ahmadaliev wants it to stay on the feet.
Magomed Ahmadaliev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Randleman goes for a double leg but Ahmadaliev avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ahmadaliev continues to drive forward.
Randleman closes the distance and clinches up with Ahmadaliev, looking for a takedown. Randleman pushes Ahmadaliev against the cage but Ahmadaliev circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ahmadaliev lands a two punch combo. #CL2#
Randleman clinches up with Ahmadaliev and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Randleman has picked Ahmadaliev up - he's going for a ride! Randleman dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#ES#
Ahmadaliev kicks off Randleman and gets to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman looks to clinch
and Ahmadaliev counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ahmadaliev as he jumps to the side.
Randleman looks for a takedown but Ahmadaliev sprawls well.
Ahmadaliev appears to be looking for a big counter.#T1#
Ahmadaliev defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Randleman.
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt. #CL#
Ahmadaliev closes the distance and pushes Randleman back into the cage.
Randleman looking for a takedown. #BC#
Ahmadaliev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Randleman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ahmadaliev connects with a jab.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ahmadaliev sprawls well. Ahmadaliev wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Randleman gets slowly back to his feet.
Randleman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ahmadaliev pinned against the cage. Ahmadaliev gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've been told by Ahmadaliev's head coaches at Bi-Polar Asylum LV's #1 Public Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Randleman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ahmadaliev defends it nicely.#T2#
Ahmadaliev misses with a few strikes there.
Randleman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ahmadaliev swivels and escapes.
Randleman just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromAhmadaliev.
Ahmadaliev throws a series of punches but Randleman avoids them all with ease.
Ahmadaliev scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ahmadaliev connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Randleman momentarily.
Randleman tries for a takedown but Ahmadaliev circles away easily#CL#
and Ahmadaliev holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Randleman has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ahmadaliev is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Randleman lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Ahmadaliev is trying to stand.
Randleman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
My spies in Holding Cell inform me that Randleman has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Randleman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ahmadaliev pushes Randleman off looking to stand but Randleman dives back in and keeps control. #T3#
Randleman misses with a head shot. Ahmadaliev uses the momentum to regain guard.
Randleman throwing strikes but missing. #ES#
Ahmadaliev has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Randleman off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Randleman.
Randleman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ahmadaliev defends it nicely.
Ahmadaliev fires out a quick counter leg kick but Randleman just manages to avoid it.
Randleman doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ahmadaliev counters with a stiff right hand.
Magomed Ahmadaliev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Randleman shoots and misses #CL#
and Ahmadaliev counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Randleman looking for a takedown.
Randleman is working for takedown but Ahmadaliev is calmly controlling the position for now.
Randleman looks winded!#TD2#
Randleman has clasped his hands together around Ahmadaliev's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #ES#
Ahmadaliev explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ahmadaliev scores with a kick to the body.
Randleman shoots for a takedown but Ahmadaliev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ahmadaliev throwing a counter right hand but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Ahmadaliev throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Randleman shoots in and drives through. Ahmadaliev sprawls well.
Ahmadaliev looks to land a combination. Randleman sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.
Ahmadaliev circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ahmadaliev appears to be looking for a big counter.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Ahmadaliev rushes Randleman and presses him up against the cage.
Ahmadaliev is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Randleman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ahmadaliev pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ahmadaliev will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Randleman up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomed Ahmadaliev dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Randleman fails with the takedown#TD#
and Ahmadaliev counters with a single leg into guard. Randleman didn't expect that.
Ahmadaliev wants to get up but he can't break Randleman's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Randleman working a defensive guard here. #SU#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ahmadaliev stands and steps away. Randleman gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD2#
Randleman fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ahmadaliev sprawls well initially but Randleman persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Ahmadaliev kicks Randleman off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ahmadaliev circles away.
Randleman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ahmadaliev swivels and escapes.
Magomed Ahmadaliev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Nice sprawl there from Ahmadaliev as Randleman shoots in.
It looked like Ahmadaliev was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Randleman shoots for a double leg takedown but Ahmadaliev sprawls well. He's pushed Randleman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ahmadaliev sprawls well. Ahmadaliev wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Randleman gets slowly back to his feet.
Ahmadaliev seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Ahmadaliev misses with a series of wild punches.
Randleman is breathing heavily.#T1##CL#
Ahmadaliev has taken the fight to the clinch.
Randleman tries for a takedown but Ahmadaliev manages to get underhooks. #BC#
Ahmadaliev breaks from the clinch.
Ahmadaliev is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Randleman tries for a takedown but Ahmadaliev sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ahmadaliev stuffs the takedown.
Ahmadaliev throws a right and a left that Randleman avoids nicely.
Randleman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ahmadaliev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL#
Ahmadaliev rushes Randleman and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Randleman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ahmadaliev after a bit of a struggle.
Randleman is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC#
Ahmadaliev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Ahmadaliev rushes Randleman and presses him up against the cage.
Ahmadaliev is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T2#
Ahmadaliev is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Ahmadaliev breaks from the clinch.
Magomed Ahmadaliev is winning the standup battle so far.
Ahmadaliev throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Randleman.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman shoots in looking for a takedown but Ahmadaliev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Randleman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ahmadaliev seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Randleman's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ahmadaliev connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Randleman scrambles back to his feet.
Ahmadaliev throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Danga de danga de dang - Ahmadaliev scores with a four punch combination!
Randleman takes a kick to the side of the head.#KD#
Ahmadaliev lands a big head kick that sends Randleman tumbling to the mat! Ahmadaliev takes a step backwards and waves Randleman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Randleman is rocked!
Randleman fails in his attempt to clinch.
Randleman is still on wobbly legs! Can Ahmadaliev finish him?
Randleman dives in and grabs Ahmadaliev's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ahmadaliev pushes down on Randleman's head and hops out.
Randleman seems to have recovered his senses.
Ahmadaliev is looking to clinch but Randleman is avoiding it.
Randleman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ahmadaliev stalks Randleman and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Randleman's face. Randleman staggers backwards, shaken.
Ahmadaliev lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Randleman circles away quickly and effectively.
Randleman wants to counter the offense by Ahmadaliev and move into the clinch position.
The fight stays on the outside here - Randleman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3##CL#
Ahmadaliev pushes Randleman up against the cage in a clinch.
Ahmadaliev misses with a knee to the head.
Come on Ahmadaliev - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Randleman wants to take the fight to the mat but Ahmadaliev manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Ahmadaliev.
Randleman is working for takedown but Ahmadaliev is calmly controlling the position for now.
Still in the clinch, Ahmadaliev scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
Ahmadaliev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ahmadaliev misses with a few strikes there.
Randleman fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ahmadaliev avoids it really well and circles away.#T4#
Randleman shoots in but Ahmadaliev avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt.
Ahmadaliev stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ahmadaliev wants it to stay on the feet.
Randleman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ahmadaliev defends it nicely.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Ahmadaliev.
Ahmadaliev is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ahmadaliev tries to bum rush Randleman with a series of wild strikes but Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Randleman has his takedown stuffed
and Ahmadaliev counters with a series of strikes. Randleman will be more careful next time no doubt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomed Ahmadaliev dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Ahmadaliev misses with a two punch combination.
Randleman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Randleman dives in and grabs Ahmadaliev's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ahmadaliev pushes down on Randleman's head and hops out.
Ahmadaliev looks to land a body kick but Randleman moved away.
Randleman darts in looking for a takedown but Ahmadaliev gets double underhooks and turns Randleman into the cage.
Ahmadaliev wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Quinton Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Randleman scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Randleman is looking to take a break and control but Ahmadaliev is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ahmadaliev on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Ahmadaliev tries to get out of the position.
Randleman prevents Ahmadaliev from standing back up. #ES#
Ahmadaliev pushes Randleman off and gets back to his feet.
Ahmadaliev lands a head kick. Randleman smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Randleman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ahmadaliev keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Magomed Ahmadaliev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman dives in and grabs Ahmadaliev's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ahmadaliev pushes down on Randleman's head and hops out.
Randleman closes the distance and clinches up with Ahmadaliev, looking for a takedown. Randleman pushes Ahmadaliev against the cage but Ahmadaliev circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Randleman.#T1##CL#
Ahmadaliev gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Ahmadaliev looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Ahmadaliev jumps guard but Randleman stands there with Ahmadaliev around his waist. Ahmadaliev gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Ahmadaliev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Ahmadaliev prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD#
Ahmadaliev decides to pull guard.
Ahmadaliev wants to stand and escape but Randleman is having none of it.
Randleman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ahmadaliev wants to get back to his feet but Randleman is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Magomed Ahmadaliev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Randleman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
Randleman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Randleman postures up in Ahmadaliev's guard and throws a big left but Ahmadaliev blocks it.
Randleman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Randleman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Ahmadaliev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Randleman throwing strikes but missing. #ES#
Ahmadaliev pushes Randleman off and gets back to his feet.
Randleman misses with a takedown
and Ahmadaliev counters with a stiff right hand.
Ahmadaliev throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Magomed Ahmadaliev is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice cross by Ahmadaliev.#T3#
Randleman fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Randleman shoots in looking for a takedown. Ahmadaliev tries to sprawl out of it but Randleman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ahmadaliev manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Ahmadaliev is looking to counter punch.
Randleman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
Randleman has taken the fight to the clinch.
Randleman has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ahmadaliev avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Randleman wants a takedown but no success here.
Ahmadaliev is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Ahmadaliev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Randleman moves in looking to clinch but Ahmadaliev pushes him off.
Ahmadaliev tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Randleman manages to circle out of the way.
Randleman fails to land the takedown.#T4#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Randleman is defended easily by Ahmadaliev.
Randleman goes for a double leg but Ahmadaliev avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ahmadaliev continues to drive forward.
Randleman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ahmadaliev fakes the leg kick and cracks Randleman in the body.
Ahmadaliev throws a one two combo. #CL#
Ahmadaliev has closed the distance and engaged Randleman in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Ahmadaliev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Randleman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ahmadaliev looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ahmadaliev throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Randleman's head.
Ahmadaliev connects with a right hand. Randleman shakes it off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomed Ahmadaliev clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
Ahmadaliev throws a sloppy head kick and Randleman moves out of range easily.
Randleman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ahmadaliev sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
As Randleman looks to move away, Ahmadaliev throws a big counter combo but Randleman just gets out of the way.
Randleman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ahmadaliev is fending him off so far but Randleman persists. Nope, Ahmadaliev circles away and we're back to standing.
Randleman doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ahmadaliev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magomed Ahmadaliev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Randleman has a takedown stuffed.#CL#
Ahmadaliev moves into range and clinches up with Randleman.
Ahmadaliev is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC#
Ahmadaliev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Randleman is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Randleman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ahmadaliev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ahmadaliev throws a big counter combination but Randleman scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Nice sprawl there from Ahmadaliev as Randleman shoots in.
Ahmadaliev seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T1#
Randleman walks forward, straight into a front kick from Ahmadaliev.
Ahmadaliev lands a really nice looking cross but Randleman seems unphased. #CL#
Ahmadaliev clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Ahmadaliev breaks from the clinch.
Randleman shoots for a double leg takedown but Ahmadaliev sprawls well. He's pushed Randleman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL#
Ahmadaliev rushes Randleman and presses him up against the cage.
Ahmadaliev gets underhooks to prevent Randleman's takedown attempt.
Randleman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ahmadaliev fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Randleman avoids the head kick by Ahmadaliev.
And Randleman tries to counter it with a takedown but Ahmadaliev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Randleman doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Ahmadaliev to counter with a crisp jab.
Ahmadaliev misses with a double jab.
Randleman fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ahmadaliev lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T2#
Nice takedown defense from Ahmadaliev. No joy for Randleman on that attempt.
Randleman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ahmadaliev defends it nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Ahmadaliev has Randleman up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Ahmadaliev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ahmadaliev tries to bum rush Randleman with a series of wild strikes but Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ahmadaliev scores with a three punch combo! #T3#
Randleman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ahmadaliev tries to avoid it but Randleman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ahmadaliev to the ground. Ahmadaliev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nice sprawl there from Ahmadaliev as Randleman shoots in.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Randleman.
Ahmadaliev connects with a right hand. Randleman shakes it off.
Randleman fails with the takedown.
Ahmadaliev defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Randleman.
Randleman shoots in but no luck this time.
Ahmadaliev seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Randleman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ahmadaliev defends well and Randleman ends up having to push Ahmadaliev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL#
Ahmadaliev has closed the distance and engaged Randleman in a clinch.
Randleman wants a takedown but no success here.
Randleman is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC#
Ahmadaliev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T4#
Ahmadaliev scores with a one two! Randleman had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ahmadaliev as he avoids it easily.
Ahmadaliev lands a nice looking body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ahmadaliev lands with a kick to the temple. Randleman shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Randleman avoids the head kick by Ahmadaliev.
Randleman shoots in and drives through. Ahmadaliev sprawls well.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Ahmadaliev!
Randleman takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Jab, jab by Ahmadaliev - just one landing.
Ahmadaliev slaps away a takedown attempt from Randleman, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Randleman has a takedown stuffed.
Ahmadaliev scores with a head kick. Randleman tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomed Ahmadaliev had his way with Quinton Randleman in that round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Randleman fails with the takedown.
Ahmadaliev seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
No luck for Randleman with that takedown attempt.
Ahmadaliev is looking to counter punch.
Randleman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ahmadaliev is fending him off so far but Randleman persists. Nope, Ahmadaliev circles away and we're back to standing.
Magomed Ahmadaliev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Ahmadaliev pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Randleman back to the cage. Ahmadaliev follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Randleman shoots in but no luck this time.
Nice jab there from Ahmadaliev.
Randleman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ahmadaliev defends well and Randleman ends up having to push Ahmadaliev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ahmadaliev rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Randleman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And Randleman tries to counter it with a takedown but Ahmadaliev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ahmadaliev defends well and Randleman ends up having to push Ahmadaliev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ahmadaliev lands a high kick!
Randleman is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Randleman doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ahmadaliev counters with a two punch combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ahmadaliev lets loose with a powerful body kick. Randleman will feel that in the morning.#T1#
Ahmadaliev moves in looking to clinch but Randleman pushes him off.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Randleman is defended easily by Ahmadaliev.
Randleman gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#TD2#
Randleman is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ahmadaliev's half guard.
Ahmadaliev regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Randleman.
Randleman content to stall in guard here. #T2#
Randleman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Randleman trying to control the position from guard on top but Ahmadaliev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randleman lands a couple of elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Randleman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ahmadaliev utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Randleman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Randleman trying to control but Ahmadaliev is working from the bottom.
Randleman distracts Ahmadaliev with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ahmadaliev is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3#
Ahmadaliev being controlled here, momentarily.
Randleman is looking to work some ground and pound but Ahmadaliev has wrist control.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound.
Randleman stays in close to Ahmadaliev's body and controls the position.
Randleman trying to control but Ahmadaliev is working from the bottom.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Randleman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Randleman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Randleman is looking to work some ground and pound but Ahmadaliev has wrist control.
Randleman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ahmadaliev displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Randleman.
Ahmadaliev defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Randleman.
Nice sprawl there from Ahmadaliev as Randleman shoots in.
Randleman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ahmadaliev pinned against the cage. Ahmadaliev gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ahmadaliev takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Magomed Ahmadaliev showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ahmadaliev 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 50:43
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 50:43
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 50:43

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magomed Ahmadaliev!
Magomed Ahmadaliev retains his heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Magomed Ahmadaliev 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.
Quinton Randleman spoke after the fight, saying 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

Event: SFC 7 Christmas Special
Date: Dec 24, 2016

#R1#
Smith throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Smith connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Smith ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Randleman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Randleman seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Randleman.
Smith jabs at Randleman's body.
Smith looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.#TD#
Randleman gets the takedown into side control.
A lull in the action here.
Smith takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Smith is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Randleman wants to control but Smith is keeping him busy. #T1#
Smith takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
An elbow from Randleman crashes against the mat.
Randleman remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Smith managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Randleman. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Smith takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Smith is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Randleman asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Randleman grinds an elbow into Smith's temple.
Randleman trying to control the action but Smith is working from the bottom.
Randleman cracks Smith with an elbow. That is naaassty.#ROC#
Smith is rocked!
Randleman 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.
Randleman scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Smith is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Randleman can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Quinton Randleman!
An out of breath Quinton Randleman thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Bubba Smith stepped up to the mic, saying 'Tough one to swallow but it's all good we take losses like a fuckin man around here, I'll be in gym tomorrow preparing to get better for my next fight. '.

Event: SFC 5 Fight Club
Date: Dec 03, 2016

#R1#
Smith jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CUT#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.
Smith misses with a few strikes there.
Randleman shoots and misses
and Smith cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Smith as he avoids it easily.
Randleman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Randleman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Smith's waist but Smith gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Randleman off to one side.
Bubba Smith has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Randleman has his takedown stuffed
and Smith counters with a nice uppercut.
Smith could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Randleman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Smith sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Smith slaps away a takedown attempt from Randleman, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Smith swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Randleman shoots in but Smith avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Randleman shoots and misses
and Smith counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman with a poor takedown
and Smith counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Randleman looks winded!#T1#
Smith swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman walks into a stiff left hand from Smith.
Randleman looks for a takedown but Smith sprawls well.
Smith is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Randleman misses with a takedown attempt
and Smith counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smith swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Smith is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Randleman tries for a takedown but Smith circles away easily#KD#
and Randleman is countered with a crisp right hand from Smith that sends him to the canvas! Smith follows him to the mat into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smith wants to stand but Randleman has him controlled and pulls him back into his guard.
Smith wants to stand but Randleman is controlling his posture from full guard. #T2#
Randleman wants to sweep here but Smith controlling him for the moment.
Smith wanted to stand there but Randleman had control of the position.
Randleman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Smith is one step ahead there.
Randleman is trying to control the position but Smith postures up. #T3#
Randleman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Smith trying to control the position.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Smith on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Smith tries to get out of the position.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound.
Randleman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Randleman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Randleman with a nice head shot there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Randleman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Randleman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound.
Smith knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Randleman on the ground.
Smith controls Randleman momentarily but Randleman frees himself.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound. #ROC2#
Smith is rocked!
Randleman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Oh Smith is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Randleman gets to his feet and stands over Smith, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Smith felt that one! Randleman unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Smith from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Quinton Randleman!
In defeat, Bubba Smith stepped up to the mic, saying 'Tough one to swallow but it's all good we take losses like a fuckin man around here, I'll be in gym tomorrow preparing to get better for my next fight. '.

Event: TD 4: Marveux vs Bispin
Date: Nov 04, 2016

#R1#
Robert keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Randleman tries for a takedown but Robert sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Randleman has a takedown stuffed.
Robert doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Quinton Randleman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Randleman shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
Robert gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Robert lands an elbow that stopped Randleman in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.
Robert prevents the takedown attempt.
Robert throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Robert lands an elbow inside that Randleman shrugs off.
Robert misses with an elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman takes an elbow to the forehead.
Robert lands an elbow inside that Randleman shrugs off.
Robert looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Randleman blocks the elbow strike. #BC2#
Robert escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Robert stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Robert wants it to stay on the feet.#T1#
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt.
A countering left hand to the body from Robert misses.
Randleman fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Robert holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Randleman has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Robert is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Robert lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Robert lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Robert gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Robert throws an elbow but misses.
Robert lands a damaging elbow.
Randleman has Robert pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Robert manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Randleman takes an elbow to the forehead.
Robert comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Robert gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Randleman is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Robert can't fight it off and eventually Randleman manages to take the fight to the floor. Robert looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We've been hearing that Randleman has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Randleman is looking to work some ground and pound but Robert has wrist control.#T2#
Robert controls Randleman momentarily but Randleman frees himself.
Robert looking to control but Randleman passes into half guard.
Randleman thows a huge punch but Robert dodges it nicely.
Randleman is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Randleman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randleman slows the pace down in half guard.
Randleman 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. #T3#
Robert has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Randleman is working away from the top position though.
Randleman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Randleman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Randleman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Well, if Randleman is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Randleman is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #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.
Randleman throwing shots but Robert is blocking nicely.
Randleman looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Robert with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Randleman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Robert's head.
Randleman is figuring out what he wants to do next.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gary Robert dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##TD#
Randleman drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Robert tries to strike from the bottom.
Quinton Randleman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Robert not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Randleman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Randleman is working Robert over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Randleman scoring with punches to the head and body.
Robert can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Randleman controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman is looking to work some ground and pound but Robert has wrist control.#T1#
Robert wants to stand and escape but Randleman is having none of it.
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound.
Randleman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Randleman postures up in Robert's guard and throws a big left but Robert blocks it.
Randleman controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Robert's coach down at CT + BJJ & Wrestling sparring gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Robert's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Gary Robert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Robert slaps away a takedown attempt from Randleman, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Robert now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Randleman has a takedown stuffed.
A little jabbing left from Robert on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Randleman.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Quinton Randleman. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Randleman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Robert sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Randleman somewhat.#TD#
Randleman shoots in and gets a takedown into Robert's guard.#SUB2#
Robert escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Randleman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Randleman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Robert wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Randleman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Randleman preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Robert's guard.
Randleman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Randleman is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Robert really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Randleman. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Randleman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Randleman content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4#
Randleman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Robert wants to control the action here but instead Randleman manages to pass to full mount!
Robert taking shots to the head.
Randleman content just to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Randleman working the ground and pound effectively.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Randleman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Robert quickly recovers to half guard.
Robert wants to control but Randleman is keeping busy.
Randleman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Randleman lands a nice short elbow.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Randleman's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Further stalling from Randleman.#T1#
Robert taking some punishment here, with Randleman in his half guard.
Randleman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Randleman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Randleman working Robert over with strikes.
Randleman is nestled in close to Robert, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Randleman takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Randleman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Robert's head. #T2#
Robert avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Randleman.
Still in half guard, Randleman seems content to control.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Robert tries to roll over but Randleman keeps him under control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Robert throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Randleman.
Randleman fails with a takedown attempt.
Robert tries to counter with a clinch but Randleman shakes him off and moves away.
Randleman shoots and misses
and Robert counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Quinton Randleman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Randleman shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Quinton Randleman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Randleman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Robert follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Randleman has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Robert holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Robert lands an elbow that stopped Randleman in his tracks for a moment.
Randleman blocks an elbow strike from Robert.
Robert with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Randleman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Robert pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Nice elbow from Robert.
Randleman avoiding damage as Robert throws knees to the body.
Randleman is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Robert is defending well.#BC2#
Robert breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Robert tries to sprawl but Randleman drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Randleman is trying to control the action in half guard but Robert is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Robert trying to control from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Robert can do anything to dispel that myth.
Randleman controlling the action here.#T4#
Robert is trying to maintain the position but Randleman is very close to passing his half guard.
Randleman keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.

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 Quinton Randleman.
I think Randleman 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Quinton Randleman!

Event: TD 2: Bloodshed
Date: Oct 20, 2016

#R1#
Bond lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Bond misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Randleman counters by moving into the clinch.
Bond looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Randleman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD2#
Bond gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Randleman to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SU2#
Bond is working an open guard so Randleman takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Santeri Bond seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Randleman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Bond quickly recovers to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Randleman tries to pass to full mount but Bond defends it. #T1#
Bond trying to control from the bottom.
Randleman drops an elbow to the side of Bond's head. #SU2#
Randleman decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Bond is breathing heavily.#TD2#
Randleman drives through with a takedown into Bond's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SU2#
Randleman gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Bond throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Bond gets caught napping as Randleman dives in and scores a takedown. Bond manages to retain guard.
Randleman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bond is keeping the position for now. #SU2#
Randleman gets to his feet - Bond follows without any prompting. #T2#
Randleman lands with a nice combination. Bond backs away looking to recover.
Randleman throws a sloppy head kick and Bond moves out of range easily.
Bond looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Randleman drives through and clinches with Bond against the cage.
Bond tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Randleman just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2#
Randleman pulls guard. #SUB2#
Bond got a little sloppy there for a moment and Randleman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bond has managed to get both his arms back between Randleman's legs - danger averted.
Randleman pulls Bond in to control the position.
Bond wants to get up but he can't break Randleman's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Randleman has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Randleman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bond is one step ahead there. #T3#
Randleman pulls Bond in to control the position. #ES2#
Randleman is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Bond presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC2#
Randleman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bond uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
Bond misses with a two punch combination. #TD2#
Bond gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman tries to free his leg and advance position but Bond is retaining full guard.
Randleman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4#
Randleman scoring with some ground and pound.
Bond will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Randleman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bond is keeping the position for now.
Randleman is stalling in the full guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Let's hope that Randleman 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Randleman drives through with a takedown into Bond's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Randleman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bond keeping full guard, as Randleman tries to pass.
Randleman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Randleman makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Bond controls Randleman momentarily but Randleman frees himself.
Randleman stands and throws Bond's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Randleman is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Randleman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #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.
Bond struggling a bit here.
Randleman taking a breather here.
Randleman lands a nice forearm strike.
Bond takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Randleman really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bond. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3#
Randleman content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Randleman creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#SU2#
Randleman decides to stand back up. #TD2#
Randleman closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Bond trying to remain calm as Randleman controls from the top position.#SUB2#
Randleman tries for a kimura but Bond is defending well. #SU2#
Randleman has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T4##TD2#
Randleman looking to score a takedown here. Bond is defending well but Randleman drives through and ends up in Bond's guard.
Randleman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Randleman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bond swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman with a nice head shot there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quinton Randleman 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! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Bond avoids the head kick by Randleman.
Bond throws a push kick but Randleman slaps the foot to one side. #CL2#
Randleman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bond, pushing him back against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Randleman as the two fighters clinch. #BC2#
Randleman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Randleman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bond misses with a body kick.#TD2#
Randleman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Randleman 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.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T1#
Bond tries to get to full guard but Randleman has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Randleman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Well, if Randleman is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Randleman lands a nice short elbow.
Nice strikes from Randleman there. #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.
Randleman frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Randleman landing strikes from the mount.
Randleman with shots to the head and body - Bond looks very uncomfortable down there. #ROC2#
Bond is rocked!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Randleman cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Oh Bond is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Randleman cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Bond takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Randleman's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Quinton Randleman!

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