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Event: ICS 35     
Date:   May 31, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Power throws a jab when Bangsit was well out of range.
Bangsit moves out of range of the strikes.
Bangsit has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Power throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bangsit.
Power throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Bangsit counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Power! #SUB2#
Bangsit thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Bangsit tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Power's coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Power is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Bangsit has just dragged him back down to the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Bangsit has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Power is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Bangsit yanks on the arm and Power is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Bangsit.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Andy Bangsit!

 

Event: ICS 27     
Date:   Apr 29, 2020
#R1#
Power chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Power looks to land a left hand but Bapp moved out of range nicely.
Bapp steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Power.
Bapp throws out a loose jab but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power slips under a jab from Bapp.
Power now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Power throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bapp stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
Power pushes Bapp up against the cage in a clinch.
Bapp doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bapp goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Power escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bapp misses with a jab to the body
and Power counters with a straight right hand.
Power pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bapp lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bapp swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bapp takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bapp blocks a jab.
Bapp jabs Power to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bapp fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Power swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bapp wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bapp has been working on his boxing with his coaches at AK Beasties in the buildup to the fight.
Bapp scores with the left hand. Power knows he should have avoided that one. #T1#
Bapp misses with a body shot.
Power swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bapp tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bapp throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A big right from Power misses.
Bapp gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bapp connects with a good right hand that stumbles Power. Power circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A swing and a miss from Power.
Bapp waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Power.
Bapp uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Scotty Bapp seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Bapp misses.
Bapp is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Power throws an overhand right that lands on Bapp's shoulder, as Bapp tries to avoid the shot.
Bapp misses the shot to the body.
Power tries to land a front kick but Bapp steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bapp.
Bapp misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power avoids a kick to the body.
It seemed like Power was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Power is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Power. Bapp does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bapp stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bapp defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Bapp fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bapp darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bapp cracks Power with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Power walks into a stiff left hand from Bapp.
Bapp misses with a hook
and Power connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Power staying out of range there.
Power takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Power walks into a straight right hand from Bapp.
Power looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
An attempted straight right counter from Bapp misses the target.
Power tests Bapp's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Power checks a leg kick.
Power misses with a looping left.#T3#
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bapp.
Power only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Power throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bapp.
Bapp blocks a jab.
A left lands for Power.
Power misses with a low kick.
Bapp is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bapp looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
Power fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bapp is out of range.
Bapp connects with a leg kick. Power looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Good leg kick by Bapp there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Bapp misses with a left hand
and Power counters with a stiff right hand.
Power lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bapp is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Bapp takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bapp fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bapp misses with a straight left.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Bapp.
Bapp keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bapp lands with a shot to the body.
Bapp misses with a wild body shot.
Bapp jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Power slips a jab from Bapp.
Power let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bapp cracks Power with a good jab.
Power feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bapp's calf.
Power tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bapp scores with a jab.
Bapp misses with a straight left.
Bapp blocks a jab.
Bapp throws a jab but it's blocked by Power. #CL2#
Power forces Bapp back against the cage and clinches.
Bapp tries a body shot but Power blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power lands with a light punch inside.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Power lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Bapp lands with a short punch from the clinch.
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 Scotty Bapp will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Bapp connects with the punch.
Power tries a low kick but Bapp avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Bapp misses the target.
Bapp scores with a jab. Power acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Power throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bapp lands with a straight right. Power didn't see that one coming.
Bapp misses the shot to the body.
Power feints a counter leg kick.
Bapp darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Power stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bapp.
Bapp jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jab from Bapp.
Bapp throws a low kick but it's checked well by Power.
Despite the aggression on Power's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Power throws a body punch but Bapp moves out of range.
Bapp scores with a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Power on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bapp avoids a kick to the body.
Bapp cracks Power with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Bapp is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Power.
Bapp moves away from the strike by Power.
Power swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Bapp counter with a right hand.
Bapp slips under a jab.
Power is looking to clinch.
Power walks into a straight right hand from Bapp.
Power throws a solid leg kick but Bapp takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Power.
Bapp throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Power tried to score with a low kick but Bapp checks it.
Bapp misses with a hook
and Power counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Power fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Power doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bapp connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bapp lands with an overhand left.
Power has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Power jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bapp swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bapp tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Bapp.
Power slips a jab from Bapp.
Bapp ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Bapp fires out a quick counter leg kick but Power just manages to avoid it.
Power throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Power ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bapp moves away.
Bapp really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Power wants to land a leg kick but Bapp is out of range.
Bapp uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Power.
Power connects with an inside leg kick.
Power misses with a straight right.
Bapp lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bapp slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bapp fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Power.
Power lands with a nice body punch.
Bapp misses with a low kick.
Power looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Bapp, right into the meat.
Bapp avoids the body shot from Power. #T3#
Power misses with a low kick as Bapp jumps back.
Bapp was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Scotty Bapp is winning the standup battle so far.
Bapp throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bapp misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power tries a quick counter leg kick but Bapp is wise to it.
Bapp throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Power throws a body punch but Bapp moves out of range.
Bapp misses with a body shot.
Power throws a looping overhand right but Bapp ducks down to avoid it.
A punch lands to the side of Power 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Power steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bapp.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Bapp lands a jab to Power's midsection.
Nice shot by Bapp.
Bapp is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Power can do to turn this around?
Power will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Power ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Power moves out of range as Bapp strikes.
Power appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Bapp with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bapp turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Power jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Power throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Bapp to counter with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Power clinches.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bapp is working Power over against the cage.
Bapp goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bapp lands a left hand that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Bapp lands a left hand that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Bapp scores with a hook to the body.
Power is breathing heavily.#BC#
Bapp pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bapp.
Bapp is looking to chop away at Power's legs.
Bapp lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bapp with a hook.
Bapp misses the jab.
Power slips a jab from Bapp.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Scotty Bapp dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bapp just misses with a punch to the body.
A low kick from Bapp is predictable there
and Power counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bapp thinking.
Bapp moves out of range of the strikes.
Power stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bapp.
Power thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bapp throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bapp fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Power manages to avoid it.
Power throws out a counter right but Bapp avoids it with no problem.
Bapp scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Power clinches.
Good body shot from Power. #BC2#
Power manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bapp is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Power.
Bapp scores with a jab to the jaw.
Power slips a straight right by Bapp.
Power fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bapp throws a sloppy body shot
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Power tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bapp is able to avoid easily.
Power digs a good body shot into Bapp's ribs.
Power tries to clinch but Bapp is having none of it.
Bapp scores with a sloppy right hand. Power should have avoided that one.
Power lands with a nice body punch.
Power thows a leg kick but Bapp checks it
and Bapp counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Power throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bapp throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Bapp jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Power takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Bapp scores with a punch to the head.
Power motions for Bapp to come forward. Power throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bapp scores with a jab to the head.
Bapp feints and then cracks Power's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Power down.
Bapp rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Power counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Geordie Power has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power throws a low kick but Bapp moves out of range easily.
Power finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bapp was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Power walks into a straight right hand from Bapp.
Bapp misses with an uppercut.
Bapp scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bapp throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Power takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bapp with a hook.
Power wants to slow Bapp down by chopping away at his legs.
Power looks to land a right hand but Bapp moved out of range.
Bapp throws a body shot but no joy.
Power lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bapp at a distance.
Power lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bapp circles away quickly and effectively.
A little feinted left hand from Bapp on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bapp misses with an uppercut.
Power flicks out a counter leg kick but Bapp steps away.
Power will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T3#
Power pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bapp is out of range and Power settles back down.
Bapp throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Power misses with a straight left.
Bapp appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Power takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bapp misses the shot to the body.
Power tries a quick counter leg kick but Bapp is wise to it.
A clash of legs there as Bapp blocks the low kick.
Power misses with a straight left.
Power takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Power tries to work over Bapp's front leg with a kick but Bapp checks it.
Bapp connects with a right hand. Power shakes it off.
Bapp lands a nice looking body shot.
Bapp slips under a jab.
Power takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bapp misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bapp throws a hook but Power blocks it.
It seemed like Power was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Scotty Bapp is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Bapp connects with a single shot there.
Power takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bapp lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bapp lands with a good body shot.
Bapp tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Bapp.
Power throws a leg kick but Bapp sees it coming and moves out of range.
It looked like Bapp wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Power swings for the body but Bapp moves out of range.
Power takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bapp lands with an uppercut that bounces Power off the cage and back into range.
Power throws a series of punches but Bapp moves out of range.
Bapp fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Power looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Power doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Power jabbing away but nothing is landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Scotty Bapp showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bapp, 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Scotty Bapp!

A relieved looking Scotty Bapp thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: ICS 20     
Date:   Apr 05, 2020
#R1#
Nilsen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Power swivels and escapes.
Nilsen throws out a powerful jab.
Nilsen connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Power looks to land a right hand but Nilsen moved out of range.
Nilsen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nilsen blocks a low kick nicely.
Nilsen slips a jab from Power.
Power ducks right into an uppercut from Nilsen.
Nilsen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Power.
Power tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nilsen is able to avoid easily.
Nilsen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Decent striking displayed by Nilsen there.
Nilsen catches Power with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nilsen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A cross from Nilsen lands.
Nilsen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Nilsen.
Power appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1#
The fighters circling - Nilsen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nilsen throws a shot from downtown. Power moves away and avoids it.
Geordie Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Power catches Nilsen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nilsen scores with a head kick.
Power uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nilsen.
Power looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Power throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Nilsen counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Power is looking to escape.
Nilsen trying to control from half guard but Power is working away.
Power wants to get back to his feet.
Nilsen winds up and cracks Power with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nilsen throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #ES2#
Power has one foot on Nilsen's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A lazy left from Nilsen finds it's target.
Power misses with an uppercut
and Nilsen counters with a straight right hand.
Nilsen lands a jab to Power's midsection.
Power throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nilsen on the side of the head.
Power misses with an uppercut. Nilsen saw that one coming.
Nilsen throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Nilsen swings for the body but Power moves out of range.
Power is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Power tries a low kick but Nilsen avoids it.
Nilsen looks to throw the jab but Power is out of range. #CL#
Nilsen moves into range and clinches up with Power.
Nilsen blocking some punches.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Power lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Power scores with a hook to the body.#T3#
Nilsen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Power.#BC2#
Power breaks from the clinch.
Power looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Power pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nilsen tries to counter with a takedown but Power is quick to defend against it.
Power lands a jab to the nose.
Nilsen misses with an uppercut.
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nilsen.
Nilsen throws a looping overhand right but Power ducks down to avoid it.
Power scores with a hook.
Nilsen lands with a good body shot.
Power on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jab, jab by Power - just one landing.
Nilsen avoids the head kick by Power.
It looked like Nilsen was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Nice defenses there by Power.#T4#
Nilsen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice shot by Nilsen.
Power looks to land a right hand but Nilsen moved out of range.
Power swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Power throws a hook but Nilsen blocks it.
Nilsen appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A head kick misses from Power.
Nilsen jabs Power right on the nose. Power blinks but takes it well.
Power misses with a looping left.
Nilsen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Power makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nilsen misses with a takedown attempt
and Power counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Power throws a right hand that Nilsen ducks under and follows up with a left that Nilsen also avoids with ease.
Nice straight punches there by Nilsen. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Nilsen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yacob Nilsen dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Power missing with a left hand there. Nilsen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nilsen drops down looking for a counter takedown but Power sprawls and moves away.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and Nilsen moves out of range easily.
Nilsen walks into a left hand.
Nilsen misses with a combination
and Power counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A head kick misses from Power.
Power closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nilsen misses with a hook.
Power unleashes a big counter combination but Nilsen bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nilsen checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power throws a lazy uppercut
and Nilsen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sloppy strikes from Power. Those never looked like landing.
Nilsen misses with a takedown attempt - Power sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
Nilsen lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Power slips under a jab.
Power scores with a nice right hand.
Nilsen is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Power connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Power throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nilsen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Power uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nilsen.
Power doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nilsen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
As Power looks to move away, Nilsen throws a big counter combo but Power just gets out of the way.
Nilsen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nilsen lands a glancing blow to the side of Power's head.
Power misses the jab.
Power moves out of range as Nilsen strikes.#T2#
Power has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Power there as he acknowledges the shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power throws a hook but Nilsen avoids it easily.
Nilsen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Power dips to his left and cracks Nilsen with an uppercut!
Nilsen throws an off balance right hand
and Power counters with a leg kick.
Nilsen looks to land a body kick but Power moved away.
Power slips under a jab from Nilsen.
Nilsen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Yacob Nilsen is winning the standup battle so far.
Power throws a right and a left that both miss.
Power avoids the body shot from Nilsen.
Nilsen avoids the body shot from Power.
Nilsen changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nilsen is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Power throws the left hand but Nilsen avoids the punch easily.#T3#
Power throws a hook but Nilsen avoids it easily.
Power with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nilsen misses with a takedown attempt
and Power counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yacob Nilsen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nilsen shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Power sprawls well. Power wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nilsen gets slowly back to his feet.
Power takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Power slips a straight right by Nilsen.
Nilsen on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Nilsen moves out of range as Power throws a body kick. #T4#
Nilsen throws a hook but Power blocks it.
Nilsen connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Power scores with a head kick.
Nilsen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
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!
Nilsen throws a right hand that Power ducks under and follows up with a left that Power also avoids with ease.
Despite the aggression on Power's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A left and a right from Nilsen both land. Nice combination.
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
Power throws a nice looking combination but Nilsen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nilsen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.#KD2#
Power drops Nilsen with a beautiful combination! Nilsen stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Power is looking for the KO!
Nilsen throws a lazy uppercut
and Power counters with a nice low kick that buckles Nilsen's knee momentarily.
Nilsen throws an overhand right that lands on Power's shoulder, as Power tries to avoid the shot.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Nice uppercut lands for Nilsen. That snapped Power's head back.
Nilsen takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Power lands with a nice body kick.
Nilsen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Power is looking to land body kicks.
Nilsen darts in looking for a takedown but Power gets double underhooks and turns Nilsen into the cage.
Power connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Power has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Power looks to land a left hand but Nilsen moved out of range nicely.
Power throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Nilsen counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Nilsen not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nilsen prevents Power from standing back up.
Power is trying to maintain the position but Nilsen is very close to passing his half guard.
Nilsen throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T1#
Power wants to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Power manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Nilsen moves to clinch but Power breaks away
and Power counters with a one-two to the body.
Power looks to land a right hand but Nilsen moved out of range.
Nilsen avoids the head kick by Power.
Power takes a jab right on the kisser.
Power throws a hook but Nilsen blocks it.
Nilsen throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nilsen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T2#
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nilsen sizes up Power with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nilsen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Power.
Power throws a counter combo.
Nilsen throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.
Nilsen lands with an uppercut that bounces Power off the cage and back into range.
Nilsen shoots in looking for a takedown but Power manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nilsen's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yacob Nilsen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Power works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nilsen fails with the takedown.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nilsen moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nilsen misses with a right hand
and Power counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Nilsen staying out of range there.
Power throws a series of punches but Nilsen avoids them all with ease.
Nilsen misses with a body shot.
Nilsen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Power cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Power lands a head shot.
Nilsen cracks Power with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Nilsen.
Nilsen looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Power misses with a wild combination.
Nilsen changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Power tries to avoid it but Nilsen manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Power to the ground. Power escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nilsen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Nilsen scores with a nice right hand.
Power throws an off balance right hand
enabling Nilsen to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nilsen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nilsen scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Power misses with an attempted mid kick.
Power thuds his right hand into Nilsen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Power uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Power works Nilsen's body with a nice hook.
Power misses with an uppercut.
An attempted straight right counter from Nilsen misses the target.
Power throws a leg kick but Nilsen sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Nilsen drops down looking for a counter takedown but Power sprawls and moves away.
Nilsen misses with a looping right.
Power takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

In his post fight interview, Geordie Power started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: ICS 12     
Date:   Mar 08, 2020
#R1#
Braz changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Power tries to avoid it but Braz manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Power to the ground. Power escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Power scores with a leg kick. #TD2#
Braz looking to score a takedown here. Power is defending well but Braz drives through and ends up in Power's guard.#ES#
Power has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Braz off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Braz shoots in for a double leg but Power sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Power throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Braz fails with a takedown attempt.
Geordie Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shoei Braz.
Power lands a nice leg kick that just misses Braz's sensitive parts.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power throws a leg kick but Braz sees it coming and moves out of range.
Braz swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Braz shoots in looking for a takedown. Power tries to sprawl out of it but Braz keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Power manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Power thinks about countering with a head kick.
Power keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Braz has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Braz shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Geordie Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Power leaves Braz with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Shoei Braz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Power lands a glancing blow to the side of Braz's head.#CUT#
It looks like Shoei Braz has been cut.
Power lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Braz closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
We've been told by Power's head coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Braz checks a leg kick.
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Braz misses with a takedown attempt
and Power counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Braz shoots in and drives through. Power sprawls well.
As Braz looks to move away, Power throws a big counter combo but Braz just gets out of the way.
Braz fails to land the takedown.
Braz shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power looks to land a left hand but Braz moved out of range nicely.
Braz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Power.
Braz gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Power will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Braz throws out a counter right but Power avoids it with no problem.
Braz doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Power counter with a right hand.
Braz darts in looking for a takedown but Power gets double underhooks and turns Braz into the cage.
Braz shoots in for a takedown but Power shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Power scores with a head kick.
An inside leg kick from Power misses.
Braz fails with a takedown attempt.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Power. #TD2#
Braz drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Power wants to sweep but no luck.
Power is looking to stand up but Braz isn't so interested in that idea.
Braz stands up over Power, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Power wants to stand but Braz is controlling the position. #T3##ES#
Power has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Braz is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Braz tries to score a body lock takedown but Power shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Power lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Braz backwards.
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
Braz looks winded!
Power lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Power lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#
That has opened up Shoei Braz's cut even more.
Power is pressed up against the cage. Braz has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Power down to the mat. Power avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
Power is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Braz fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Power avoids it really well and circles away.
Power thuds his right hand into Braz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Braz shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Power connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Power smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CUT#
The cut above Shoei Braz's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Power lands with a slapping head kick.
Braz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice jab there from Power. #ROC#
Braz is rocked!#CUT#
Shoei Braz's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Power throws a big shot that misses.
Power slaps away a takedown attempt from Braz, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nice shot by Power.
Braz with a lazy takedown attempt #KD#
and Power counters with a head kick that drops Braz to the mat! Braz scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Braz is still on wobbly legs! Can Power finish him?

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Geordie Power!
A less than humble Geordie Power misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Shoei Braz was interviewed post fight and said 'I`ll be back'.

 

Event: CEC Tokyo     
Date:   Feb 07, 2020
#R1##CL#
Schaub clinches with his opponent.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schaubs head.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Schaub controls his hands.
Schaub drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Power gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Schaub wants a takedown.
Power tries to work over Schaub's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Schaub blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Schaub blocks a body shot from Power.
Power tries to work over Schaub's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power looking to throw knees to the head but Schaub is blocking nicely.
Schaub is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Power is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bryan Schaub. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Power's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Power keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Schaub closes the distance and clinches up with Power, looking for a takedown. Schaub pushes Power against the cage but Power circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Schaub definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Schaub keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Power.
Schaub shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Power but Power pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Power misses with a series of wild punches.
Power thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Schaub if he has to take too many more of those.
Schaub takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Schaub tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Power swivels and escapes.
Power ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Power throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Power fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Power connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Schaub's hands.
Power misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schaub.
Power lets loose with a powerful body kick. Schaub will feel that in the morning.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power scores with a punch to the head.#T2#
Power throws a series of punches but Schaub avoids them all with ease.
Schaub on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Power. Power obviously looking to wear him down.
Schaub tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Power defends well and Schaub ends up having to push Power into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bryan Schaub seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No luck for Schaub with that takedown attempt.
Power throws a leg kick that misses.
Power scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Power delivers a nice body kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Schaub looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Power throws a series of punches but Schaub avoids them all with ease.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Power stuffs the takedown attempt from Schaub. Schaub gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Schaub fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Power, pushing him back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Power scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3#
Power lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Power breaks from the clinch.
Power defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Schaub.
Power throws a fast counter high kick but Schaub manages to duck under it in time.
Power has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Schaub is landing a low percentage of strikes.#TD#
Schaub shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Schaub showed some decent athleticism there. #ES2#
Power has one foot on Schaub's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Schaub shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Power as he avoids it easily.
Schaub moves to clinch but Power breaks away
and Power counters with a stiff right hand.
Power lands a head kick. Schaub smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
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!
Danga de danga de dang - Power scores with a four punch combination!
Nice body kick there by Power.
Nice sprawl there from Power as Schaub shoots in.
A big left from Power misses.
Power slips a jab and a cross from Schaub.
Power dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Schaub tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Power defends well and Schaub ends up having to push Power into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A nice side step and Power releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Power looks to throw the jab but Schaub is out of range.
Power bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Schaub's head backwards.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
Power scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Schaub will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Power 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 Schaub has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Schaub and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A left lands for Power.
Crunch! Power slams his shin into Schaub's torso.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Schaub.
Schaub shoots for a double leg takedown but Power sprawls well. He's pushed Schaub's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Schaub misses with a takedown
and Power counters with a right hand to the body.
Schaub is breathing heavily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Schaub moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Power scores with a kick to the midsection.
Power looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A left lands for Power.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power 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#
Schaub fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Power avoids it really well and circles away.
Schaub fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Schaub has his takedown stuffed
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bryan Schaub. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Power punishes Schaub's body with a nice straight punch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Power.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
Nice uppercut lands for Power. That snapped Schaub's head back.
Schaub loads up on a big right hand but Power slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power throws a head kick that Schaub semi-blocks.
Power buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Power rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Schaub moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL#
Schaub closes the distance and pushes Power back into the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Power breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Power wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#TD#
Schaub shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Power is trying to defend but Schaub finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Power is trying to stand back up but Schaub is controlling him
Schaub trying to pass the guard but Power defending well. #ES2#
Power pushes Schaub off and gets back to his feet.
Power leaves Schaub with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Schaub tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Power manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A low kick from Power misses #TD#
and Schaub counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Geordie Power has got the better of the ground game so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#ES2#
Power has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Schaub has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Good body shot from Power.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
Schaub is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Power is keeping busy.#T2##BC2#
Power breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Power thuds his right hand into Schaub's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Power misses with a hook. Schaub ducked under it nicely.
Power misses with a straight left.
Power lands an overhand right.
Schaub takes one on the button.
Schaub shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Power as he jumps to the side.
Schaub tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Schaub displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Power throws out the jab.
Geordie Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Schaub moves in looking to clinch but Power pushes him off.
Schaub keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Schaub tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Power manages to circle out of the way.
Schaub misses with a takedown attempt - Power sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bryan Schaub is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Schaub shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Power as he avoids it easily.
Power has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Schaub shoots in looking for a takedown. Power tries to sprawl out of it but Schaub keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Power manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Power looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Schaub looks for a takedown but Power sprawls well.
Schaub displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Power throws out the jab.
Schaub avoids the body shot from Power.
Schaub bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Power scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Power throws a jab but it's blocked by Schaub.
Schaub shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Power misses with an uppercut.
Power lands a jab to Schaub's midsection.
Schaub shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Power as he jumps to the side.
Power feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Schaub's calf.#T4#
Schaub gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Power darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schaub with a lazy takedown attempt
and Power counters with an outside leg kick.
Power scores with a three punch combo!
Power connects with a looping right hand.
Schaub tries to score a power double leg takedown but Power sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Schaub somewhat.
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Schaub is just out of range.
Schaub with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Power to score with a decent uppercut.
Power moves into range and connects with a jab.
Schaub takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Schaub fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Power is trying to counter with his kicks.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
Schaub is looking to counter the offense by Power and move into the clinch.
A jab from Power misses.
A good leg kick by Power.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Schaub shoots in looking for a takedown. Power tries to sprawl out of it but Schaub keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Power manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Schaub moves out of range as Power throws a body kick.
Power fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Schaub.
Power throws a solid leg kick but Schaub takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Power.
Schaub uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Power.
Power works over Schaub's head and body with a nice combination.#TD#
Schaub closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Schaub wants to lay and pray for a moment but Power keeps working. #SUB#
Schaub working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Power explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Schaub looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
Power throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Schaub changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL#
Schaub instigates a clinch.
Power can't find room to land a body shot as Schaub controls the action.
Schaub blocks a body shot from Power.
Power working aggressively here.
Power digs a right hand into Schaub's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Schaub's gas tank.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Power is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Power lands a right hand that snaps the head of Schaub backwards.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schaubs head.
Schaub avoiding damage as Power throws knees to the body.
Schaub blocking some punches.
Power looking to throw knees to the head but Schaub is blocking nicely.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Schaub controls his hands.
Schaub prevents a body shot from Power.
Bryan Schaub has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Power digs a right hand underneath Schaub's ribcage. Schaub let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Power lands a left hand.
Schaub prevents a body shot from Power. #TD#
Schaub gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Schaub moves nicely into side control.
Schaub wants to control but Power is keeping him busy.
Power is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Schaub is controlling him well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Schaub stands up and beckons Power to his feet. #T3#
Power lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Power fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A slapping leg kick lands for Power.
Power lands a jab.
Power buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Schaub changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Power tries to avoid it but Schaub manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Power to the ground. Power escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Power steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Schaub fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bryan Schaub. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Schaub moves forwards but Power connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Power connects with the punch.
Nice sprawl there from Power as Schaub shoots in.
Power unleashes a big counter combination but Schaub bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Power connects with a body shot.#T4#
Schaub misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Power lands with a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schaub takes a kick to the side of the head.
Power smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Power connects with a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Schaub. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Power throws a hook to the side of Schaub's head but Schaub sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Schaub swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Schaub walks into a left hand. #CL#
Schaub moves into the clinch.
Geordie Power seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Schaub controls his hands.
Power throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Schaub blocks it with crossed arms.
Schaub misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Schaub.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 26:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

Geordie Power 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: CEC 690.5     
Date:   Jan 18, 2020
#R1#
A swing and a miss from Power.
Power moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Power clobbers Mark with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Power looks to land a left hand but Mark moved out of range nicely.
Power throws a half hearted mid kick.
Power moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Power scores with the left hand. Mark knows he should have avoided that one.
Mark really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Power scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mark keeps the fight on the outside.
Power moves away from the strike by Mark.
Power swings widly with a right hand
and Mark counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mark checks the leg kick nicely there.
Power moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Power misses with a hook. Mark ducked under it nicely. #T1##CL2#
Power gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Mark.
Mark misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mark misses with a punch on the inside.
Power working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Power lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Marky Mark has been cut.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Marks head.
A shot in the inside from Power.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mark.
Mark blocks the elbow strike.
Mark working aggressively here.
Power misses with the head strike.
Power lands a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power tries to throw a body punch but Mark avoids it by throwing Power back against the ropes.
Mark lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Power tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Power working aggressively here.
Power trying to land knees to the body.
Power misses with a knee to the head. #T2#
Mark doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mark lands a shoulder strike.
Power throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Mark breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Power tries to clinch up but Mark circles away and keeps his distance.
Mark throws a sloppy head kick
and Power counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Power swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Power tries to clinch there but Mark circles away.
Mark throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Mark takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Power fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mark has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL#
Mark clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Mark breaks the clinch.
Mark slips under a jab.
Geordie Power seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Power buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T3#
Power ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mark moves away.
A jab from Power misses.
Mark needs to keep his hands up - Power had a free shot at his head there.
Power loads up on a big right hand but Mark slips the punch.
Mark looks for the body kick but Power saw that one coming.
Mark tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Power throws a hook but Mark blocks it.
Mark throws a big counter combination but Power scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Mark checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mark throws a big counter combination but Power scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Mark on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Power tries to score with a low kick but Mark moves his leg out of the way.
Mark throws a head kick but Power moves out of range.
Power is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Mark tries to clinch but Power is having none of it. #T4#
Power misses with an attempted mid kick.
The fighters circling - Mark throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Crunch! Power slams his shin into Mark's torso.
Power throws a hook but Mark blocks it.
Mark lands with an uppercut that bounces Power off the ropes and back into range.
Power loads up on a big right hand but Mark slips the punch.
Mark is looking to counter with a body kick.
Mark tries to land a body kick#CL2#
and Power counters by moving into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mark throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
Mark has a couple of punches blocked by Power.
Mark jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Power walks away with a smile on his face. Mark gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Power takes a jab right on the kisser.
Mark looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Power scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Marky Mark's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Mark walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Marky Mark has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Power throws a shot from downtown. Mark moves away and avoids it.
Mark throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Power throws a half hearted mid kick.
Power jabs Mark to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Power scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
Power feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Mark's calf.
Mark moves away from the strike by Power.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power throws a big shot that misses.
Mark seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Power lands a jab to the head.
Power thows a leg kick but Mark checks it
and Mark counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Power misses with a hook. Mark ducked under it nicely.
Geordie Power seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Power moves away from the strike by Mark.
Power misses with a straight left.
Power throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mark has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Power throws a series of punches but Mark moves out of range.
Power's jab looks to have found its range, popping Mark under the eye.
Mark takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Power scores with a punch to the head.
Power avoids the head kick by Mark.
Mark's corner calls for a 1-2. Mark obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Power uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mark.
Mark checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mark seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Mark just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Mark slips under a jab.
Power takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Mark gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Power throws an elbow but it misses.
Mark scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mark has a couple of punches blocked by Power. #TD#
Mark pulls guard successfully.
Power wanted to stand there but Mark had control of the position. #SUB#
Mark throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mark working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Mark is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Mark is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SU2#
Power stands and steps away. Mark gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Mark is just out of range.
Power lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mark's sensitive parts.
Power swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mark looks to land a combination. Power sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT#
It looks like Geordie Power has been cut.
Both fighters circling a little - Mark finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Mark throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Power misses with the body kick
and Mark counters with a good low kick that Power was not able to check.
Power is breathing heavily.
Mark misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Crunch! Mark slams his shin into Power's torso.
Mark misses with a two punch combination.
Power thinks about the counter body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Power takes one to the side of the head.
Mark swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Power takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Power tries to clinch but Mark moves out of range.
Power misses with a kick to the body.
A combination from Mark does no damage.
Power throws a hook to the side of Mark's head but Mark sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Power finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mark thuds his shin into the meat of Power's side.
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 Marky Mark will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Power wants to clinch up but Mark keeps it at a distance.
Mark is looking to counter punch.
Mark swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Power lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Mark paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mark is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Power throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mark sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Power stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mark.
Mark bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#CL#
Mark closes the distance and pushes Power back into the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
Power takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Power working aggressively here.
Power tries to throw a body punch but Mark avoids it by throwing Power back against the ropes.
Mark tries to throw a body punch but Power avoids it by throwing Mark back against the ropes.
Mark lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mark tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Power's elbow.
A right hook to the body lands for Mark. #T1#
Power throws a head punch that misses.
A body shot lands from Mark.
Nice body punch from Mark - that landed with a thud.
Power has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Mark seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Power can turn it around.
Geordie Power seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Mark lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mark working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Power tries to work over Mark's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Power misses with the head strike.
A nice left hand lands by Mark.
Mark scores with a shoulder strike. #TD#
Mark pulls guard. #SUB#
Mark had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Power defends it easily.
Mark trying to control the position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Mark working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Power doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Power manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Power has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Mark is proving hard to escape from. #T2##SUB#
Mark is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Mark has his foot on Power's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Power works his way back into a safe position though.#SU2#
Power decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Mark, up you get!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Power avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Power! But no joy.
Power walks into a jab.
Mark pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Power throws the left hand but Mark avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Power closes the distance and clinches.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Mark controls his hands. #T3#
Mark swings wildly with an uppercut but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mark is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Power lands a body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mark.
Nice body punch from Power.
Power throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Mark working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from Mark on the inside.
Power misses with some punches.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Power throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Mark's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A chopping leg kick lands by Power.
Mark throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Power has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Mark.#T4#
Power throws a front kick aimed at Mark's knee but Mark avoids it well.
Mark scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mark connects with a right hand. Power shakes it off.
Mark misses with an uppercut
and Power counters with a low kick, right behind Mark 's knee.
Power misses with a hook.
Power scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mark in his tracks.
Power lands a jab to the nose.
Power lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Power, right into the meat.
Mark waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Power.
Nice shot by Mark.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marky Mark showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Mark 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marky Mark!

Marky Mark 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: CEC 686     
Date:   Dec 07, 2019
#R1#
A punch combination from Power misses. #CL#
Hanagan moves into the clinch.
Hanagan lands with a right to the head.
Hanagan 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.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Power misses with a body punch.
Power tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Power manages to break the clinch.
Hanagan misses with a series of wild punches.
Hanagan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Power throws out the jab.
Hanagan fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Power avoids it really well and circles away.
Power moves away from the strike by Hanagan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping leg kick lands for Power.
Nice defenses there by Hanagan.
Hanagan looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
Power misses with a hook.
Hanagan throws a right and a left that Power avoids nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hanagan takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T1#
A clash of legs there as Hanagan blocks the low kick.
Hanagan takes one on the button.
Hanagan checks a leg kick.
Power just misses with a punch to the body.
Hanagan throwing a counter right hand but Power manages to avoid it.
Power lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hanagan shoots and misses
and Power counters with a good low kick that Hanagan was not able to check.
Power rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hanagan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Power misses with a left hand
and Hanagan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hanagan takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses. #TD#
Hanagan 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.
Hanagan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Power's head.
Hanagan working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Power's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power looking for a sweep. Not yet Power, not yet.
Hanagan lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hanagan 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.
Hanagan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Power's head.#ES2#
Power kicks Hanagan off and gets to his feet. #T2#
Power takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hanagan slips under a jab.
Hanagan appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hanagan moves out of range of the strikes.
Hanagan connects with a jab.#CL#
Power tries to keep at a distance but Hanagan has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hanagan lands a left hand that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Hanagan lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Power. #BC2#
Power breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hanagan moves out of range of the strikes.
Hanagan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hanagan connects with a good right hand that stumbles Power. Power circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hanagan throws out a loose jab but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hanagan is looking to clinch.
Hanagan throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hanagan wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Power swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Power moves away from the strike by Hanagan.
Power leaves Hanagan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charley Hanagan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Power connects with a body shot that sends Hanagan's belly button to the back.
Hanagan looks to throw the jab but Power is out of range.
Hanagan cracks Power with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hanagan.
Charley Hanagan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hanagan tries to clinch there but Power circles away.
Hanagan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Power as he avoids it easily.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hanagan.
Power misses with a wild body shot.
Hanagan gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Power counters with a straight right hand.
Power connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Hanagan staying out of range there.
Geordie Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Power misses with a low kick.
Power lands an overhand right.
Hanagan misses with an uppercut. Power saw that one coming.
Power thows a left - swing and a miss!
Power ducks right into an uppercut from Hanagan.
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!
Hanagan misses with a jab to the body
and Power counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hanagan thinking.
Power throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hanagan keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hanagan tries to clinch up but Power circles away and keeps his distance.
Hanagan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Power throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Power lands a jab to the nose.
Hanagan scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hanagan cracks Power with an open hand slap.
Hanagan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Power fails to land with a series of punches.
Hanagan takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Geordie Power will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Hanagan lands a jab to the head.
Power rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Hanagan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Power won't be happy with that.
Hanagan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Power 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.#ES2#
Power sneaks out the side door and pushes Hanagan away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Power avoids the body shot from Hanagan.
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hanagan.
Power missing with a left hand there. Hanagan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hanagan jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Hanagan rushes Power and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC2#
Power pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hanagan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hanagan ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Hanagan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nice defenses there by Power.
Power scores with a jab.#T1#
Hanagan throws an off balance right hand
and Power counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Hanagan misses the target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Power! But no joy.
Hanagan is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Power digs a good body shot into Hanagan's ribs.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hanagan blocks a jab.
Hanagan wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Hanagan dives in and grabs Power's left leg, looking for a takedown. Power pushes down on Hanagan's head and hops out.
Hanagan has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Power.
An inside leg kick from Power misses.
Power slips under a jab.
Hanagan throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Power looks to land a right hand but Hanagan moved out of range.
Power slips a straight right by Hanagan.
Nice uppercut there from Hanagan.
Hanagan slips under a jab from Power.
Hanagan tries to counter with a takedown but Power is quick to defend against it.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target. #T2#
Hanagan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Power defends well and Hanagan ends up having to push Power into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charley Hanagan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Power steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hanagan.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hanagan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Power as he avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Power on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hanagan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Power throws out a leg kick but Hanagan moves out of range and Power only half commits.
Power moves out of range as Hanagan strikes.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Hanagan. #ES2#
Power bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Power misses the jab.
Hanagan falls off balance throwing a combination
and Power counters with a straight right hand.
Jab from Hanagan.
Power scores with a jab to the body.
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hanagan.
Some wild striking there from Power. #T3#
Power connects with a single shot there.
Power doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Power throws a hook but Hanagan avoids it easily.
Hanagan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Power.
Power throws a jab when Hanagan was well out of range.
Power throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hanagan is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Power.
Hanagan misses with a jab to the body
and Hanagan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Power comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Power ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hanagan moves away.
A jab from Hanagan finds it's way through Power's defenses.
Power connects with a leg kick. Hanagan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Power throws a hook to the side of Hanagan's head but Hanagan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hanagan clobbers Power with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hanagan lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hanagan checks the leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Power.
Power takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hanagan throws a hook but Power blocks it.
Hanagan misses with a hook.
Hanagan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hanagan cracks Power with a good jab.
Hanagan swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Power counter with a right hand.
Hanagan has a takedown stuffed.
Hanagan bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hanagan tries to clinch up but Power circles away and keeps his distance.
Power only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Power throws a leg kick but Hanagan moved away.
Hanagan throws a predictable looking body shot
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hanagan walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Power throws a leg kick but Hanagan moved away.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hanagan, as that shot connected.
Hanagan listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Power throws a big shot that misses.
Power slips under a jab from Hanagan.
Power throws a jab when Hanagan was well out of range.
Power blocks a jab.
Power lands with a thumping leg kick.
Power throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hanagan lands with a shot to the body.
Hanagan smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanagan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Power.
Hanagan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Power.
Hanagan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Hanagan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hanagan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hanagan tries to bum rush Power with a series of wild strikes but Power uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T1#
Power scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Power wants to slow Hanagan down by chopping away at his legs.
Power throws a looping overhand right but Hanagan ducks down to avoid it.
Power throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hanagan on the side of the head.
Hanagan moves out of range as Power strikes.#TD#
Hanagan scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Power is trying to control but Hanagan manages to pass to mount!
Geordie Power has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Power wants to get back to his feet but in bucking up he's left an arm hanging out! Hanagan has locked onto it and has pulled off a slick armbar! Power taps furiously! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Charley Hanagan!
An out of breath Charley Hanagan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: CEC 683.5     
Date:   Nov 17, 2019
#R1#
Power cracks Kahn with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Power sizes up Kahn with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kahn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kahn has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Power finds it's way round the side to connect with Kahn's head.
Power throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kahn counters with a nice leg kick.
Kahn checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Power misses with a left hand
and Kahn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kahn throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Kahn checks the leg kick nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kahn staying out of range there.
Power throws a poor cross that misses
and Kahn counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Power throws a hook to the side of Kahn's head but Kahn sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power throws a leg kick
and Kahn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Power looks winded!#T1#
Kahn moves away from the strike by Power.
Power thows a body kick. Kahn tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A head kick by Power misses
and Kahn counters with a nice uppercut.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kahn throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
A jab from Power does it's job there.
Power connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A low kick from Power misses
and Kahn counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Power connects with a solid leg kick.
Power connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Geordie Power seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Power fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kahn has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Power rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Kahn counter with a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL2#
Power moves into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Kahn lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Power can't find room to land a body shot as Kahn controls the action.
Kahn lands with a left to the head.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kahn scores with a shot to the side of Power's head.
Kahn prevents a body shot from Power.
Kahn takes a knee right on the jaw! #CUT2#
It looks like Solomon Kahn has been cut.
Kahn blocks the elbow strike.
Power prevents a body shot from Kahn. #BC#
Kahn breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kahn moves away from the strike by Power.
A little feinted left hand from Kahn on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T3#
Kahn throws a hook but Power blocks it.#CL2#
Power moves into the clinch.
Power lands an elbow just above Kahn 's eye.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kahn.
Kahn lands an uppercut.
Power misses with the head strike.
Kahn lands with a light punch inside.
Kahn throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
Power can't find room to land a body shot as Kahn controls the action.
Kahn lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Power misses with some punches.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Kahn lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kahn lands a nice shot to the body.
A short uppercut from Kahn.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power looking to throw knees to the head but Kahn is blocking nicely. #BC#
Kahn breaks the clinch.
Power misses with a double jab.
Kahn seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T4#
Kahn misses with a low kick as Power jumps back.
Power tries a quick counter leg kick but Kahn is wise to it.
Kahn lands a leg kick that knocks Power off balance momentarily.
Kahn misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kahn throws a leg kick
and Power counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Kahn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Power throws a sloppy body shot
and Kahn counters with a stiff right hand.
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kahn.
Power lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kahn's sensitive parts.
Power throws an overhand right that lands on Kahn's shoulder, as Kahn tries to avoid the shot.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Solomon Kahn will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Solomon Kahn's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Left hook, right uppercut from Power.
Power scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kahn in his tracks.
Power throws a series of punches but Kahn avoids them all with ease.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Geordie Power seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kahn paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kahn half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kahn gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Power.
Power just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power lands a really nice looking cross but Kahn seems unphased.
Power swinging wildly here.
Power connects with an inside leg kick.#T1#
Kahn throws a lazy right hand but Power sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kahn ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Power misses with a looping right.
Kahn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Left hook, right uppercut from Power.
Power misses with a shot to the body
and Kahn counters with a low kick, right behind Power 's knee. #CL2#
Power clinches up with Kahn and pushes him back against the cage.
Kahn lands with a short shot to the head.
Kahn can't find room to land a body shot as Power controls the action.
A right handed body shot lands from Kahn.
Power is breathing heavily.#T2#
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Kahn.
Power with a knee to the head.
Power blocks an uppercut.
Kahn lands a left hand.
Solomon Kahn has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kahn lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Kahn's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#KD#
Kahn drops Power with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Power looks back up at him and smiles so Kahn waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
A combination from Kahn does no damage.
Kahn motions for Power to come forward. Kahn throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kahn stuns Power with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#KD#
Kahn cracks Power with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Power looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Kahn finish him? #ROC#
Power is rocked!
Kahn fakes the body blow, causing Power to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Power goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Solomon Kahn!
Solomon Kahn 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: CEC Halloween     
Date:   Oct 31, 2019
#R1##CL2#
Power moves into the clinch.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Power.
Power lands a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Beznisko.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power prevents a body shot from Beznisko. #BC2#
Power pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Power clinches up with Beznisko and pushes him back against the cage.
Power lands an uppercut.
Beznisko can't find room to land a body shot as Power controls the action. #BC2#
Power breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Beznisko with a hook.
Power ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Beznisko on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Beznisko throws a shot to the body.
Beznisko moves out of range as Power strikes.
Power throws a right and a left that both miss.
Power misses with a straight right.
Beznisko scores with a jab. Power acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Beznisko looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Donk. Beznisko catches Power right on the button with a cross.#T1#
Beznisko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power scores with a nice right hand.
Power throws a body punch but Beznisko moves out of range.
Beznisko connects with a looping right hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Power.
A bone on bone clash there as Beznisko blocks the leg kick.
Beznisko jabs Power to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Power moves in looking to clinch but Beznisko pushes him off.
Power on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A head kick from Power lands but Beznisko takes it in his stride.
Power tries to clinch there but Beznisko circles away.
Decent striking displayed by Beznisko there.
A good leg kick by Beznisko.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power checks a leg kick nicely.
Beznisko thumps Power with a low kick.
A jab from Power misses.
Jab, jab by Beznisko - just one landing. #T2#
Power fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Beznisko.
Power fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Beznisko is out of range.
Beznisko looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Beznisko moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Beznisko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Beznisko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Beznisko takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Beznisko is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Power moves away from the strike by Beznisko.
Power throws a big shot that misses.
Beznisko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Power.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Beznisko swings widly with a right hand
and Power counters with a head kick. That will keep Beznisko thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Beznisko misses with a hook.
Power on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Beznisko. Beznisko obviously looking to wear him down.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T3#
Power chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Beznisko can pounce on him.
Power is looking to land body kicks.
A leg kick checked by Power.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
Beznisko dips to his left and cracks Power with an uppercut!
Power misses with an uppercut.
Power misses with a low kick.
Power lands a glancing blow to the side of Beznisko's head.#CL#
Beznisko instigates a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Power.
Power tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Beznisko.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Power breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Power throws a leg kick #TD#
and Beznisko counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Power!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Beznisko.
Beznisko wants to lay and pray for a moment but Power keeps working. #T4#
The referee asks Beznisko politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Beznisko prefers to stall for the moment though.
Beznisko looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Power is avoiding damage well.
Power 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.
Beznisko scoring with punches from side control.
Beznisko 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.
Power trying to remain calm as Beznisko controls from the top position.
Beznisko wants to lay and pray for a moment but Power keeps working.
Beznisko connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Power some visible discomfort.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Beznisko throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Power is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Beznisko is trying to ground and pound but Power uses the momentary lack of control by Beznisko to regain half guard.
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 Sergey Beznisko will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Beznisko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
Beznisko keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Power ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Beznisko ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Beznisko is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Power.
Power throws a low kick but Beznisko avoids it.
Power lunges at Beznisko with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Beznisko's hand.
Power uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Beznisko.
Power connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Power lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Beznisko lands a nice hook to Power's body. Power takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Beznisko misses with a looping right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Power bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Beznisko's head backwards.
Beznisko tries to close the distance and clinch but Power swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Beznisko clinches up with Power and pushes him back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Beznisko scores with a nice short uppercut.#T1#
Power scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Beznisko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Beznisko scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Power prevents a takedown attempt there. #BC2#
Power pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Beznisko shoots for a takedown but Power saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Good leg kick by Power there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Power swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Beznisko feinted with a counter takedown.
Beznisko looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Beznisko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Beznisko misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Power counters with a left to the body.
Beznisko dives in for a single leg takedown but Power sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Beznisko backing away here, and Power unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Beznisko tries to clinch
and Power counters with a low kick, right behind Beznisko 's knee.
Beznisko slips a jab and a cross from Power.
Beznisko wants to clinch.
Power only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Geordie Power seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Power looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Power lands a nice leg kick that just misses Beznisko's sensitive parts.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Beznisko moves out of range of the strikes.
Power swats away the attempt to clinch by Beznisko.
Jab by Beznisko.#CL2#
Power rushes Beznisko and presses him up against the cage.
Beznisko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Beznisko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power lands a body punch in the clinch. #T3#
Beznisko throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
Beznisko working aggressively here.
Power blocks an uppercut.
Power tries a body shot but Beznisko blocks it.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power wants to break the clinch but can't.
Power using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Beznisko has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Power lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Beznisko lands a left hand that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Power throws a knee to the head but misses.
Beznisko drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Power gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Power working aggressively here.
Beznisko scores with a hook to the body.
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Power blocks a body shot from Beznisko. #T4#
Beznisko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Beznisko is working for takedown but Power is calmly controlling the position for now.
Beznisko prevents a body shot from Power.
Beznisko throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
Power misses with some punches.
Beznisko misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
Beznisko misses with a body punch.
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!
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Beznisko can't find room to land a body shot as Power controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Beznisko.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Beznisko.
Power misses with the head strike.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Beznisko fails to land.
Power creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Beznisko's defenses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Beznisko walks into a left hand.
Beznisko throws an overhand right that lands on Power's shoulder, as Power tries to avoid the shot.
Power is looking to score with low kicks.
Power connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd cheers as Power lands an impressive looking overhand right. Beznisko doesn't seem phased though.
Power connects with a right hand. Beznisko shakes it off.
Beznisko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Beznisko connects with a body shot.
Beznisko motions for Power to come forward. Beznisko throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Power has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL#
Beznisko closes the distance and pushes Power back into the cage.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Beznisko is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Beznisko stalling in the clinch but Power improves position.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Beznisko.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beznisko is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Power is keeping busy.
Beznisko can't find room to land a body shot as Power controls the action. #T1#
Beznisko tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Power's elbow.
Power with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Beznisko.
Beznisko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Beznisko has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Power after a bit of a struggle.
Geordie Power seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Beznisko creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Power missing with knees to the body.
Power blocking some punches.
Power misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Power's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
Beznisko bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Power's head backwards.
Power misses with a hook. Beznisko ducked under it nicely.
Beznisko misses with a low kick as Power jumps back.
Beznisko takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
Beznisko scores with a jab. Power acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T2#
Beznisko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Beznisko.
The fighters circle momentarily. Power darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Power goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
It looked like Beznisko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Beznisko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Beznisko. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Beznisko throws a leg kick but Power checks it.
Beznisko tries to land a front kick but Power steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Power lands a right hook to the body.
Power has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Power tries to move into range but Beznisko moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Beznisko, right into the meat.
Beznisko takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Power.
Beznisko darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Beznisko bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Power scores with a nice body kick. #T3#
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Beznisko is just out of range.
It looked like Beznisko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD#
Beznisko 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.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Power wants to stand up but Beznisko is controlling him.
Beznisko trying to control the position from guard on top but Power is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Beznisko working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Beznisko's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Power wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Beznisko manages to pass to side control.
Beznisko 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#
Beznisko not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Beznisko trying to pass the guard but Power defending well.
Beznisko with the ground and pound but Power uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Power is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Beznisko is controlling him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Power utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Beznisko won't allow Power to get back to his feet.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.

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 Sergey Beznisko.
I think Beznisko 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Geordie Power!

Geordie Power bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: CEC 678     
Date:   Oct 06, 2019
#R1#
Power lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tsuruta slips under a jab.
Tsuruta ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tsuruta lands with a nice body punch.
A big left from Tsuruta misses.
Tsuruta scores with a sloppy right hand. Power should have avoided that one.
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tsuruta.
Power feints a counter leg kick.
Power blocks a jab.
Tsuruta swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tsuruta lands with a straight right. Power didn't see that one coming.
Tsuruta smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tsuruta clobbers Power with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsuruta lands the left hand.
Power displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsuruta throws out the jab.
Tsuruta scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Power doesn't seem bothered though.
Tsuruta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Power manages to avoid it.
Power fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nice shot by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Power momentarily. #T1#
Power throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tsuruta on the side of the head.
Tsuruta jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tsuruta looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tsuruta misses with a body shot.
Power tries to counter by closing the distance.
Power takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Power throws a quick inside leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Power looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tsuruta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
A big left from Tsuruta misses.
Power ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsuruta moves away.
A punch lands to the side of Power 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tsuruta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Power steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta scores with a shot to the body.
Tsuruta is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Tsuruta misses with a wild body shot.
Jab from Tsuruta.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Tsuruta.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power connects with a leg kick. Tsuruta looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tsuruta lands a jab to the nose.
Tsuruta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Power tries to counter with a clinch but Tsuruta shakes him off and moves away.
Power tries to clinch up.
Tsuruta fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Power looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tsuruta connects with a body shot.
Tsuruta throws a good cross that connects.
Power avoids the body shot from Tsuruta.
Power is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tsuruta with a body shot.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Power connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tsuruta momentarily.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tsuruta paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tsuruta is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Good exchange - Power coming out on top.
Power scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Tsuruta moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tsuruta throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Tsuruta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Power tries to counter with a clinch but Tsuruta shakes him off and moves away.
Power looks to land a combination but Tsuruta avoids it well.
A big right from Tsuruta misses.
Power rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tsuruta moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tsuruta stuns Power with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Power wants to slow Tsuruta down by chopping away at his legs.
Power throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tsuruta swings away with a body shot that misses
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Power looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tsuruta scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Power doesn't seem bothered though.
Tomomi Tsuruta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - Tsuruta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tsuruta showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Power.
Power takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Jab by Tsuruta.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power slips a straight right by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta scores with a nice strike.
Tsuruta looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
Power steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tsuruta.
Power connects with a crisp jab.
Tsuruta connects with a looping right hand.
Tsuruta swings widly with a right hand
letting Power counter with a right hand.
Power misses with a hook.#CL2#
Power closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Tsuruta escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsuruta misses with a looping right.
Tsuruta bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tsuruta misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Power cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tsuruta looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tomomi Tsuruta dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Tsuruta scores with a punch to the head.
Power throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tsuruta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Geordie Power is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tsuruta walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tsuruta ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Tsuruta just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsuruta misses with a straight left.
Good work by Tsuruta as he checks the leg kick.
Tsuruta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Power has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tsuruta misses with a body shot.
Tsuruta on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Power. Power obviously looking to wear him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch but Tsuruta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tsuruta misses the shot to the body.
Tsuruta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsuruta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tsuruta is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Power.
Tomomi Tsuruta is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Tsuruta lands a head shot.
Tsuruta bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Power's head backwards.
Tsuruta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tsuruta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Tsuruta misses its intended target.
Nice body punch from Tsuruta.
Power tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tsuruta manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Good leg kick by Power there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tsuruta throws a shot to the body.
Tsuruta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Power can do to turn this around?
Tsuruta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta misses with a left hand
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
Tsuruta connects with a single shot there.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta misses with a straight left.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsuruta lands a body shot. #T2#
Tsuruta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Power is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Power misses with a low kick. #CL2#
Power clinches up with Tsuruta and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Tsuruta's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jab, jab by Tsuruta - just one landing.
Tsuruta looks to land a left hand but Power moved out of range nicely.
Power connects with a looping right hand.
Tsuruta slips a straight right by Power.
Tsuruta uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Power has time to react.
Power throws a right and a left that Tsuruta avoids nicely.
Tsuruta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
An attempted straight right counter from Tsuruta misses the target.
Tsuruta stuns Power with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tsuruta jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tsuruta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Power steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Power.#T3#
Power will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A nice combination there by Tsuruta.
Power on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nice shot lands for Power.
Power misses with a two punch combination.
Tsuruta scores with a three punch combo!
The crowd cheers as Tsuruta lands an impressive looking overhand right. Power doesn't seem phased though.
Power has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tsuruta lands a nice hook to Power's body. Power takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tsuruta throws a lazy uppercut
and Power counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power fails to land with a series of punches.
Tsuruta misses the shot to the body.
Power lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsuruta misses the target.
Power misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsuruta.
A counter left hand to the body from Tsuruta misses its target.
Power slips a straight right by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.#T4#
Tsuruta ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Tsuruta lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Tsuruta lands with a hook. Power tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tsuruta misses with a jab to the body #CL2#
and Power counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Tsuruta is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Tsuruta trying to stall but Power improves his position.
A bit of stalling here from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tsuruta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tsuruta takes a shot to the head.
Tsuruta tries to break free but Power pushes him back against the cage.
Power lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tsuruta. #BC#
Tsuruta breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsuruta misses with an uppercut.
Tsuruta throws a predictable looking body shot
and Power counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Tsuruta is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Power misses with a double jab
and Tsuruta counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tomomi Tsuruta dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Power blocks a jab.
Decent striking displayed by Tsuruta there.
Tsuruta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tsuruta swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Power.
Tsuruta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta misses the jab.
Power looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Tsuruta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Power tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A nice combination there by Tsuruta.
Power displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsuruta throws out the jab.
As Tsuruta backs off Power throws a huge counter combo but Tsuruta manages to avoid it all.
The fighters circling - Tsuruta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power slips under a jab from Tsuruta.
Power tries to counter with a clinch but Tsuruta shakes him off and moves away.
Tsuruta throws a big shot that misses.
Tsuruta misses the body punch
and Power counters with a leg kick.
Tsuruta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Tsuruta throws out a loose jab but Power uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Power takes one to the side of the head.
Tsuruta uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Power.
Tsuruta cracks a nice hook into Power's ribs.
Tsuruta throws out a loose jab but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Tsuruta there.
Tsuruta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tsuruta throwing a counter right hand but Power manages to avoid it.
Tsuruta bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Power's head.
Tsuruta lands an overhand right.
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsuruta.
It seemed like Power was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tsuruta listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tsuruta misses with a shot to the body
letting Power counter with a right hand.
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsuruta.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power takes one on the button.
Power throws an overhand right that lands on Tsuruta's shoulder, as Tsuruta tries to avoid the shot.
Geordie Power has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tsuruta misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Tsuruta misses.
Tsuruta misses the shot to the body.
Tsuruta lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tsuruta misses the shot to the body.
Tsuruta bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Power tries to clinch up.
Tsuruta swings for the body but Power moves out of range.
Power uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tsuruta misses with a shot to the body
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
Power misses with a body kick.
Power connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tsuruta lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nice uppercut lands for Tsuruta. That snapped Power's head back. #T3#
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsuruta.
The fighters circling - Tsuruta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Power doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Power defending well as Tsuruta loads up on a big left hand.
Tsuruta moves out of range of the body kick.
Tsuruta cracks Power with an open hand slap.
Tsuruta throws an overhand right that lands on Power's shoulder, as Power tries to avoid the shot.
Tsuruta looks to land a combination but Power avoids it well.
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Tsuruta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Tsuruta misses.
Power tries to counter with a clinch but Tsuruta shakes him off and moves away.
Tsuruta lands with a nice body punch.
Power doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tsuruta throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Power counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tsuruta blocks a head kick by Power.
Tomomi Tsuruta is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Tsuruta stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Power.
Tsuruta throws a lazy right hand but Power sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A cross from Tsuruta lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsuruta lands a nice shot that snaps Power's head back.
Tsuruta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Power moves out of range as Tsuruta strikes.
Power throws a series of punches but Tsuruta avoids them all with ease.
Tsuruta lands a right hook to the body.
Power throws a quick inside leg kick.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tsuruta lands a nice shot to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Power 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 Tsuruta has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tsuruta and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tsuruta lands a nice shot to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Tsuruta as he connects with a hook.
Tsuruta throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Power on the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tomomi Tsuruta showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tsuruta, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tomomi Tsuruta!

 

Event: Pride Wombley     
Date:   Sep 01, 2019
#R1#
Power with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Power takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Letter misses with a head kick.
Stephan Letter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Power will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Power throws the kick towards the body but Letter avoids it.
Letter replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Power blocks it well.
A big right from Power misses.
Power looks to clinch
and Letter counters with a two punch combo.
Power defending well as Letter loads up on a big left hand.
Letter throws a head kick but Power moves out of range.
Letter throws a lazy right hand but Power sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Power misses with a hook. Letter ducked under it nicely.
Letter looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Power slips a straight right by Letter.
Power fires out a quick counter leg kick but Letter just manages to avoid it.
Letter cracks Power with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Power looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Letter stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Power.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Power.
Power cracks Letter with a right hand to the side of the head.
Letter has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Letter swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Power is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Power gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Letter.
Letter takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T1#
Power throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Power with a jab.
Power throws out a loose jab but Letter uses good head movement to avoid it.
Letter just misses with a punch to the body.
A head kick misses from Power.
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Letter is just out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
Letter throws a leg kick but Power checks it.
Letter rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Power counters with a leg kick.
Power paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Letter pivots, looking for a leg kick but Power is out of range and Letter settles back down.
Power misses with a looping left.#CL#
Power clinches with his opponent.
Letter lands with a short shot to the head.
Letter misses with a punch on the inside.
Power blocks an uppercut.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power misses with the head strike. #T2#
Letter fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Power misses with a punch to the body.
Power keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Letter's efforts to push away.
Power working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Power is working Letter over against the cage.
Letter throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
A left hand lands to the body for Letter.
Letter blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Letter.
Power lands a left hand.
Power lands a left hand that snaps the head of Letter backwards.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Power lands with a left to the head.
Power misses with a punch to the body.
Letter has a couple of punches blocked by Power.
Letter throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
Power misses with some punches.
Letter misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Letter pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Power throws a shot to the body.
Power cracks Letter with a good jab.
Power falls off balance throwing a combination
and Letter counters with an outside leg kick.
Letter tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Power moves out of range of the body kick from Letter.
Power checks a leg kick nicely.
Letter pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Letter throws a front kick aimed at Power's knee but Power avoids it well.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and Letter moves out of range easily.
Letter misses with a looping right.
Power lands with a hook. Letter tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Letter thuds his shin into the meat of Power's side.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Letter connects with a body shot.
Power throws a looping overhand right but Letter ducks down to avoid it.
Letter throws a chopping leg kick but Power manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T4#
Some wild striking there from Power.
Letter cracks Power with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Letter tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power slips a jab and a cross from Letter.
Power fails in his attempt to clinch.
Letter will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Letter.
Letter misses with an attempted mid kick.
Power tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Letter manages to circle out of the way.
Power throws a hook to the side of Letter's head but Letter sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Power works over Letter's head and body with a nice combination.
Power misses with a two punch combination.
Letter is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Power throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power 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#
Letter pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Power back to the cage. Letter follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CL#
Power drives through and clinches with Letter against the cage. #BC2#
Letter breaks from the clinch.
Power lands a head kick!
Letter lands with a good body shot.
Power tries to clinch up but Letter circles away and keeps his distance.
Stephan Letter seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Power on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A head kick misses from Letter.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Letter in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Letter lands a head kick!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power throws a nice head kick!
Letter ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Letter is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Letter swats away the attempt to clinch by Power.
Power lands with a cross. #T1#
Letter fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Power.
Letter misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
As Letter tries to get set, Power tries to push him back and clinch up but Letter manages to avoid the attempt.
Letter throws a head kick that misses.
Power uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Letter.
Letter takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Letter avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Power lands with a good body shot.
Letter uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
Letter misses with a hook. Power ducked under it nicely.
Letter pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Power tries to land a leg kick but Letter saw it coming and moves away.
Letter raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Power looks to land a right hand but Letter moved out of range.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Letter paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Letter walks into a stiff left hand from Power.
Power gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Power bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Power showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Letter.
Stephan Letter is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Power pushes Letter up against the cage in a clinch.
Letter prevents a body shot from Power. #BC2#
Letter breaks from the clinch.
Power fails with an attempt to clinch.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and Letter moves out of range easily.
Power connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Power connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Power works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Letter throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Letter throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.
Power is looking to counter the offense by Letter and move into the clinch.
Power misses with a head kick.
Power jabs at Letter's body.
Power misses with a hook. Letter ducked under it nicely.
Letter is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Power with a body shot.#CL#
Letter gets tackled into the cage by Power. Power maintains the clinch.
Power blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power pushes off an throws an elbow but Letter leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Letter is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Letter misses with a hook from the clinch.
Letter tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Letter uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power tries to land knees in the clinch but Letter avoids the damage to the body.
Letter blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Power lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Letter backwards.
Geordie Power has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Power lands a knee to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Stephan Letter has been cut.
Letter lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power blocking some punches.
Power scores with a hook to the body.
Power tries to throw a body punch but Letter avoids it by throwing Power back against the cage.
Letter lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Power creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short left from Letter.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Letter's elbow.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Power goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Letter fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Letter.
Power trying to land knees to the body.
Power misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Letters head.
Letter lands a hook that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Power as Letter tries to tie him up.
Letter lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Letter misses with a punch on the inside.
Power misses with some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power blocks an uppercut.
Power lands an elbow just above Letter 's eye.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Stephan Letter'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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
A swing and a miss from Letter.
Power misses with a looping left.
Letter takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Power takes one to the chin there.
Power looks to throw the jab but Letter is out of range.
Letter takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
Letter tests Power's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Power showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Letter. #CL#
Power has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Letter pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Power turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Power tried to score with a low kick but Letter checks it.
A jab from Power finds it's way through Letter's defenses. #CL#
Power has closed the distance and engaged Letter in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A left hand lands to the body for Power. #T1#
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Letter misses with a punch on the inside.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Letter uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Letter.
Letter takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Letter working hard to break the clinch.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power misses with a hook to the ribs.
Letter throws a head punch that misses.
Power pushes Letter back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short left from Power.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of Letter backwards.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power throws an elbow that misses.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Letter can do to turn this around?
Still in the clinch, Power scores with a nice short uppercut.
Letter blocks an uppercut.
Letter misses with a punch on the inside.
Letter misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Power.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Letter backwards.
Power lands a right hand. #ROC#
Letter is rocked!
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Letter is still on wobbly legs! Can Power finish him?
Power lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Letter.
Power lands a left hand.
Power lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Letter backwards.
Power lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Letter to his knees! Power keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Geordie Power!
Geordie Power 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: NSC 44: Joy vs Nielsen 2     
Date:   Jul 30, 2019
#R1#
Golem misses with a head kick.
Golem rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
Golem avoids the head kick by Power.
Nice body punch from Power.
Golem misses with a straight left.
Power connects with a body shot.
Power throws a body shot but no joy.
Golem throws a body shot but no joy.
Power on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL#
Power has managed to clinch.
Golem fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Power prevents a body shot from Golem.
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Power.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Golem avoids a wild elbow strike from Power.
Golem throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Power.
A shot in the inside from Golem. #T1#
Golem works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Golem swings wildly with an uppercut but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short left from Power.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Power lands a right hand.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Golem.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Golem has a couple of punches blocked by Power.
Power misses with a body punch.
Power prevents a body shot from Golem.
Golem lands a left hand that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Golem swings wildly with an uppercut but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Golem throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
Golem throws a head punch that misses.
Power blocks an uppercut.
Power lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Golem swings wildly with an uppercut but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Golem.
Golem tries a body shot but Power blocks it. #T2#
Power digs a right hand underneath Golem's ribcage. Golem let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Power misses with a body punch.
Power lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Golem.
Golem struggles to land a body shot inside as Power controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Golem fails to land.
Golem misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Golem swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of Golem backwards.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of Golem backwards.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Golem tries a body shot but Power blocks it.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power digs a right hand into Golem's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Golem's gas tank.
A nice right hand lands inside from Power.
Power blocks an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power lands a shoulder strike.
Golem misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Golem controls his hands.
Golem lands a body punch in the clinch.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Golem takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Power dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Golem. That did some damage!
Power takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Power is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Power.
Power moves out of range of the strikes.
A counter left hand to the body from Power misses its target.#CL2#
Golem moves into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Golem.
Power misses with a knee strike.
Power misses with a knee to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Golem tries to throw a body punch but Power avoids it by throwing Golem back against the ropes.
Power working aggressively here.
Power lands a right hand.
Power gets through Golem's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Golem lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Golem lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T1#
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Golem blocking some punches.
Power lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Golem backwards.
Golem working aggressively here.
Golem blocks the elbow strike.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Power.
Golem swings wildly with an uppercut but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Golem misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Golem misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Golem uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power lands a shoulder strike.
Power lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Golem or not.
Golem tries to work over Power's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Power creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Power misses with the head strike.
Power presses Golem against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power. #T2#
Golem blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Golem misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power lands a shoulder strike.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Golem can do to turn this around?
Power blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Golem misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Power tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Golem's elbow.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.
Golem misses with a punch on the inside.
Power lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Golem working aggressively here.
Golem throws a head punch that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Power.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Golem uses good head movement to avoid it.
Golem swings wildly with an uppercut but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Golem misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Golem misses the target. #CL#
Power rushes Golem and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Golem working aggressively here.
Power lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Power lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Golem backwards.
Golem lands with a right to the head.
Golem misses with a hook to the ribs.
Geordie Power has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Power lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Power creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Golem.
Power is working Golem over against the ropes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Golem blocking some punches.
Golem swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Golem misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Golem pushes Power back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Power lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
Golem misses with some punches.
Golem misses with a short punch on the inside.
I was talking to Power's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Power misses with a knee to the head.
Golem blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Power's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short body shot lands from Power as the two fighters clinch.
Power blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Golem tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Golem blocks an uppercut.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Golem misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Golem's defenses.
Golem blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power scores with a shot to the side of Golem's head.
Golem misses with some punches.
Golem misses with the head strike.
Power working aggressively here.
Power throws a knee to the head but misses.
A short left from Power.
Power lands with a left to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power lands with a left to the head.
Power misses with a knee strike. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Golem lands a body punch.
Power works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Power blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Golem.
Golem misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Power lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Golem.
Golem tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Power's elbow.
Power misses with the head strike.
Power blocking some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice left hand lands by Power.
Power lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Golem's elbow.
Power can't find room to land a body shot as Golem controls the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Power ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Golem moves away.#CL#
Power fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Golem, pushing him back against the ropes.
Power lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Golem fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Golem.
Power lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Golem fails to land.
Power blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Power misses with the head strike.
Power tries to land a knee to the head but Golem blocks with his arms.
Golem misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Golem tries to work over Power's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Golem working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Golem.
Power connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Emet Golem has been cut.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Golem fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Golem working aggressively here.
Power misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Golem blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Golem's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Golem misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Power.
Golem blocks an uppercut.
Power landing knees to the head. #ROC#
Golem is rocked!
Golem on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Power blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Golem swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Golem misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Power blocks a body shot from Golem.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Golem is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Power.
Power lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Golem backwards.
Power lands with a left to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Golem is still on wobbly legs! Can Power finish him?
Power lands a big knee! That's hurt Golem! Oh, he's all over the place! Power lands another knee that sends Golem to the floor and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Geordie Power!
Geordie Power retains his light heavyweight title!
Geordie Power spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

 

Event: NSC 37: Maximus vs Faiikiri     
Date:   Jul 09, 2019
#R1#
Power throws a head kick that half lands.
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Power does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Ribeiro appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Power gets tackled into the ropes by Ribeiro. Ribeiro maintains the clinch.
Ribeiro looking for a takedown.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
Ribeiro lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Power or not.
Power lands a shot to the body.
Ribeiro lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ribeiro lands with a short head shot on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Ribeiro misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ribeiro presses Power against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Power blocks a body shot from Ribeiro.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Power.
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!
With the fighters up against the ropes, Power throws an elbow but misses.
A shot in the inside from Power.
Ribeiro tries to throw a body punch but Power avoids it by throwing Ribeiro back against the ropes.
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Power. #T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Power.
Power tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ribeiro's elbow.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
Ribeiro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Ribeiro's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ribeiro misses with a right hand
and Power counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Power lands a head shot.
Power connects with a body shot.
That kick from Power tenderised Ribeiro's leg. Ribeiro is trying to keep his angry face on.
Power will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ribeiro with the counter takedown but Power avoids it easily.
Ribeiro takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
Ribeiro misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ribeiro throws a sloppy body shot
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ribeiro jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A shot to the liver by Power. Beautiful body shot.
Ribeiro throws a sloppy body shot
and Ribeiro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2##CL2#
Ribeiro has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ribeiro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Power lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ribeiro has Power pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Power manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ribeiro misses with the head strike.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nice elbow from Power.
Ribeiro digs a right hand underneath Power's ribcage. Power let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Power lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Ribeiro wants to take the fight to the mat but Power manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Geordie Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alexandre Ribeiro.
Power gets through Ribeiro's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ribeiro misses with a hook to the ribs.
Power blocks a body shot from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Power gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ribeiro blocks an uppercut.
Ribeiro misses with the head strike.
A short uppercut from Power.
Power misses with a knee to the head.
Ribeiro working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Power scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Power wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Power lands with an overhand left.
Ribeiro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Power feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Ribeiro listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ribeiro takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Power moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ribeiro scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Power scores with a nice right hand.
Ribeiro slips under a jab.
Ribeiro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Power.
Ribeiro takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ribeiro lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Ribeiro lands a really nice looking cross but Power seems unphased. #T1#
Ribeiro getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Power scores with a jab.
Ribeiro darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Power paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ribeiro looks to throw the jab but Power is out of range.
Alexandre Ribeiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ribeiro connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Power scores with a head kick.
Power throws a right hand that Ribeiro ducks under and follows up with a left that Ribeiro also avoids with ease.
Power on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ribeiro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ribeiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ribeiro can do to turn this around?
Ribeiro looks to land a right hand but Power moved out of range.
A punch combination from Power misses.
Ribeiro moves to clinch but Power breaks away
and Power counters with a stiff right hand.
Power looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T2#
Power throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Ribeiro stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Power.
Ribeiro with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ribeiro throws a left and a right that both miss
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Power slips a jab and a cross from Ribeiro.
That kick from Power tenderised Ribeiro's leg. Ribeiro is trying to keep his angry face on.
A head kick misses from Power.
Ribeiro lands with a shot to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Power.
Power displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ribeiro throws out the jab.
Ribeiro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ribeiro closes the distance but Power moves to the side
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Power turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Ribeiro misses the shot to the body.
Power just misses with a punch to the body.
Ribeiro throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
A big right from Ribeiro misses.
Ribeiro just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromPower.
Ribeiro misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ribeiro works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ribeiro misses with a looping right.
Power half committed to a counter leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Power. That's going to slow Ribeiro down.
A punch combination from Power misses.
Ribeiro misses with a looping right.
Power seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Ribeiro misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power missing with a left hand there. Ribeiro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ribeiro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Power throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice straight punches there by Ribeiro. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ribeiro.
We've been told by Power's head coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nice uppercut there from Power.
Geordie Power is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Power throws a jab when Ribeiro was well out of range.
Power moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Power fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ribeiro.
Power lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ribeiro's sensitive parts.
Ribeiro misses with a looping right.
Power bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ribeiro's head backwards.
Ribeiro throws a good cross that connects.
Ribeiro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A decent looking cross lands there for Power.
Ribeiro jabs Power right on the nose. Power blinks but takes it well.
Power throws a low kick but Ribeiro moves out of range easily.
Ribeiro misses with a jab, cross combination.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
Ribeiro lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power connects with an inside leg kick.
Power lands a leg kick that knocks Ribeiro off balance momentarily.#T2#
Power throws a hook to the side of Ribeiro's head but Ribeiro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power tries to land a leg kick but Ribeiro saw it coming and moves away.
Ribeiro looks to throw the jab but Power is out of range.
A jab from Power misses.
Power takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Power jabs Ribeiro to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Power drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A big left from Ribeiro misses.
Power feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A good leg kick by Power.
Power moves out of range as Ribeiro strikes.
Power appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ribeiro listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ribeiro displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Power throws out the jab.
Power moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ribeiro with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Geordie Power did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Power lands a head kick!
Ribeiro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ribeiro's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Power slips a jab from Ribeiro.
An attempted straight right counter from Power misses the target.
Power takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Power fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ribeiro.
Power throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ribeiro dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ribeiro looks to land a right hand but Power moved out of range.
Power swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ribeiro throws out a counter right but Power avoids it with no problem.
Power swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro lands with a right hand.
Ribeiro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A clash of legs there as Ribeiro blocks the low kick.
A swing and a miss from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Power looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Power. Beautiful body shot.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Ribeiro.
Nice cross by Power.
Ribeiro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Power counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A decent looking cross lands there for Power.
Ribeiro misses with a few strikes there.
Power wants to slow Ribeiro down by chopping away at his legs.
Ribeiro lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Ribeiro looks to land a combination but Power avoids it well.
Ribeiro is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Ribeiro scores with a sloppy right hand. Power should have avoided that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice uppercut lands for Power. That snapped Ribeiro's head back.
Ribeiro misses with a straight right. #T2#
Ribeiro lands a jab to the head.
Power jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Power cracks Ribeiro with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Power throws a quick inside leg kick.
Power fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ribeiro manages to avoid it.
Power just misses with a punch to the body.
Power with a jab.#CL2#
Ribeiro gets a clinch.
Ribeiro lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Power.
Still in the clinch, Power scores with a nice short uppercut.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power misses with a punch on the inside. #TD2#
Ribeiro works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the ropes. Power manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the ropes.
Geordie Power has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ribeiro doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Geordie Power will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Ribeiro lands a body shot.
Alexandre Ribeiro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ribeiro looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
Ribeiro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Power counters with a series of strikes. Ribeiro will be more careful next time no doubt.
Power drops his hands momentarily and Ribeiro takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ribeiro misses with a wild body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Power.
Ribeiro blocks a head kick by Power.
Ribeiro stuns Power with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Power goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Good work by Ribeiro as he checks the leg kick.
Ribeiro tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Power ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ribeiro has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ribeiro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
It looked like Power was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ribeiro takes one to the side of the head. #T1#
Power scores with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Power. Ribeiro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Power moves away from the strike by Ribeiro.
Ribeiro throws a right hand that Power ducks under and follows up with a left that Power also avoids with ease.
Power misses the shot to the body.
A big left from Ribeiro misses.
Power appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ribeiro takes one to the side of the head. #CL2#
Ribeiro has Power up against the ropes in a clinch.
Ribeiro scores with a shoulder strike.
Ribeiro tries to throw a body punch but Power avoids it by throwing Ribeiro back against the ropes. #BC2#
Ribeiro breaks from the clinch.
Ribeiro avoids the body shot from Power.
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Power lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Ribeiro is just out of range.#T2#
Power cracks Ribeiro with a good jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Ribeiro as he connects with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ribeiro takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
Ribeiro gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Some wild striking there from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Power counters with a low kick, right behind Ribeiro 's knee.
Ribeiro is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Power, as that shot connected.
Power scores with a hook.
Ribeiro takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A head kick from Power lands but Ribeiro takes it in his stride.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ribeiro just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice defenses there by Power.
Power defending well as Ribeiro loads up on a big left hand.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Geordie Power showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Power 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 Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Geordie Power!
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight for Geordie Power!
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight for Geordie Power!

Geordie Power wins by unanimous decision!

Geordie Power retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Geordie Power rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: NSC 30: Power vs Wright     
Date:   Jun 11, 2019
#R1#
Power steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wright.
Wright missing with a left hand there. Power was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wright throws a hook to the side of Power's head but Power sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wright throws a series of punches but Power moves out of range.
Wright connects with a right hand. Power shakes it off.
Wright has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Power.
Power punishes Wright's body with a nice straight punch.
Power fails in his attempt to clinch.
Wright throws a jab when Power was well out of range.
Power is looking to slow Wright down with leg kicks.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wright.
Danga de danga de dang - Wright scores with a four punch combination!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
Power's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Wright connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Power scrambles back to his feet.
Wright throws a lazy uppercut
and Power counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Cleon Wright has been cut.
Power looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Wright chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Power can pounce on him.
Cleon Wright seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Power misses with a head kick.
Wright feints a counter leg kick.
Power throws a jab but it's blocked by Wright.
Wright misses with a wild combination.
A little feinted left hand from Power on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Power throws a nice looking combination but Wright bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Power throws a head kick that half lands.
Wright takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Wright throws a half hearted mid kick.
Wright throws a hook to the side of Power's head but Power sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power is looking to counter with head kicks.
Wright swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wright tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Wright.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and Wright moves out of range easily.
Power avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A combination from Wright does no damage. #T2#
Power tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jab by Wright.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Power has taken the fight to the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Wright blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Wright pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Power misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wright.
Wright looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wright takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
Wright jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Wright stuns Power with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
Power closes the distance and pushes Wright back into the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Wright is trying to force a seperation but Power has the dominant position.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wright blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wright is trying to break the clinch but Power is controlling him.
Wright scores with a shoulder strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Cleon Wright will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Cleon Wright's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Wright chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Power can pounce on him.
Wright connects with a leg kick. Power looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nice shot lands for Power.
Wright misses the body punch
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Power throws a head kick but Wright moves out of range.
Power throws a leg kick
and Wright counters with a good low kick that Power was not able to check.
Wright feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Powers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Wright throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Wright is looking to chop away at Power's legs.
Power lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Wright falls off balance throwing a combination
and Power counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wright scores with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power checks a leg kick nicely.
Power half committed to a counter leg kick.
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wright. #T1#
Power throws the left hand but Wright avoids the punch easily.
Power takes a swing at Wright's ribcage but misses.
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wright.
Power throws a quick counter head kick but Wright was just out of range.
Wright tries to bum rush Power with a series of wild strikes but Power uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Good shot there by Power.
Power misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wright.
Power throws a lazy head kick
and Wright counters with a nice uppercut.
Wright cracks Power with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Wright throws a combination. Power tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Wright misses with an uppercut
and Power counters with a thumping low kick.
Wright attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Wright jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Power moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wright can't break the clinch.
Wright has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T2#
Power scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Wright pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wright throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Power on the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Power.
Power throws a low kick but Wright avoids it.
Danga de danga de dang - Wright scores with a four punch combination!
Wright swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wright changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Power uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wright.
Cleon Wright seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch but Wright swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wright misses the shot to the body.
Wright swings for the body but Power moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cleon Wright showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Cleon Wright's cut.
That's time! Power's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Wright.
A slapping leg kick lands for Power.
Wright misses the shot to the body.
Wright punishes Power's body with a nice straight punch.
Wright throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Power misses with a hook. Wright ducked under it nicely.
Wright misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power throws a big counter combination but Wright scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Wright throws a hook but Power blocks it.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wright tries a quick counter leg kick but Power is wise to it.
Wright misses with a hook
and Power counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Power.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Power checks a leg kick.
Power lands a leg kick that knocks Wright off balance momentarily.
Power connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wright tries to bum rush Power with a series of wild strikes but Power uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Wright. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wright looks for the body kick but Power saw that one coming.
Power went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Wright misses with a looping right.
Power scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Wright rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Power counter with a right hand.
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wright.
Power lands a glancing blow to the side of Wright's head.
Power takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Power lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Wright takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Power showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Wright.
Power looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
A left lands for Wright.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice body punch from Wright.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wright lands a jab to Power's midsection.
Power lands with a thumping leg kick.
Wright scores with a body shot.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and Wright moves out of range easily.
Power lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Wright misses with a jab to the body
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wright looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
Wright throws a lazy right hand but Power sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wright misses with an uppercut
and Power counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Power scores with a nice right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wright. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Geordie Power did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Cleon Wright's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Power staying out of range there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wright. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
A shot to the liver by Wright. Beautiful body shot.
Wright connects with a right hand. Power shakes it off.#CL#
Power gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Power lands a left hand.
Wright wants to break the clinch but can't.
Power missing with knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wright.
Wright drops down looking for an ankle pick but Power pulls his leg out and moves away.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Wright.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wright throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Power misses with a wild body shot.
Power throws a jab when Wright was well out of range.
Power misses the shot to the body.
Good exchange - Wright coming out on top.#T1#
Wright throws a body kick that misses
and Power counters with an inside leg kick.
Wright's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Wright.
Wright thumps Power with a low kick.
Power misses with a wild combination.
Power takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wright misses with a series of wild punches.
Power is looking to counter punch.
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Power throws an off balance right hand
and Wright counters with a nice uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wright. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Power throws an off balance right hand
and Wright counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Power digs a good hook to Wright's body.
Power throws a right and a left that Wright avoids nicely.
Power misses with a double jab.
It seemed like Wright was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wright slips under a jab.
Wright is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Power with a body shot.
Wright connects with a body shot that sends Power's belly button to the back.
Power on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Power slips a straight right by Wright.
It looked like Power wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wright misses with a two punch combination.
A little feinted left hand from Power on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wright misses with a double jab.
Wright with a jab.#CL#
Power moves into the clinch successfully.
Wright tries to break the clinch but Power is controlling the position.
Wright blocks an uppercut.
Power working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cleon Wright dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Cleon Wright's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Wright takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wright looks to land a right hand but Power moved out of range.
Power lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Wright throws a push kick but Power slaps the foot to one side.
Power looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wright flicks out a counter leg kick but Power steps away.
Power has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Power there as he acknowledges the shot.
Power shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Power.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wright lands a body shot.
Wright throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wright slips under a jab.
Power lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Wright.
Power thinks about countering with a head kick.#T1#
Power throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Wright on the side of the head.
Sloppy strikes from Wright. Those never looked like landing.
Wright looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Wright throws a leg kick that misses.
Power throwing a counter right hand but Wright manages to avoid it.
Wright pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wright misses with a right hand
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
A big right from Wright misses.
Power takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wright moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Geordie Power has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wright throws a series of strikes that have Power backpedaling.
Power looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Wright throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.
Power throws a shot from downtown. Wright moves away and avoids it.
Wright with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wright checks the leg kick.
Power jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Wright lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Wright tries a low kick but Power avoids it.
Wright looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
A slow jab from Wright misses its intended target.
Wright throws a quick inside leg kick.
A cross from Power lands.
Wright throws a lazy uppercut
and Power counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#KD#
Power lands a big head kick that sends Wright tumbling to the mat! Power takes a step backwards and waves Wright back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Wright is rocked!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Wright square on the jaw! Damn, Wright is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 5, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Geordie Power!
Geordie Power retains his light heavyweight title!
In his post fight interview, Geordie Power started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: NSC 22: Power vs Frost     
Date:   May 14, 2019
#R1#
Power throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
Frost drives through and clinches with Power against the ropes.
Power definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Frost wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Frost fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power pushes Frost back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Frost is trying to push Power away but Power has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Frost is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Power is defending well for now.
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Power cracks Frost with a nice body shot.
Power scores with a shot to the side of Frost's head. #BC2#
Frost breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Power fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Frost.
Power getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Frost tries to clinch there but Power circles away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power keeps the fight on the outside.
The fight stays on the outside here - Frost looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Frost moves in looking to clinch but Power pushes him off.#T1#
Power lands a head shot.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Power throws a hook but Frost avoids it easily.
As Power backs off Frost throws a huge counter combo but Power manages to avoid it all.
An inside leg kick lands from Power.
Frost walks into a left hand.
Power misses with a wild body shot.
Frost takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Frost wants to clinch up but Power keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Power gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Power scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Frost is trying to break the clinch but Power is controlling him.
Frost's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Frost cracks Power with a nice body shot.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Frost manages to break the clinch.
Frost takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #T2#
Decent striking displayed by Power there.
A jab from Frost misses.
Power avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Frost tries to bum rush Power with a series of wild strikes but Power uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL2#
Frost moves into the clinch successfully.
A left hand lands to the body for Power.
Nice body punch from Power.
A short body shot lands from Power as the two fighters clinch.
Frost looks winded!
Still in the clinch, Power scores with a nice short uppercut.
Power lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Frost misses with a punch on the inside.
Power with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Frost wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC2#
Frost breaks from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power tries to land a leg kick but Frost saw it coming and moves away.
Power misses the jab.
Power misses with a low kick.
Power keeps the fight on the outside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Power uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Frost has time to react.#CL2#
Frost moves into range and clinches up with Power.
Frost is trying to push Power away but Power has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Good body shot from Power.
Power tries a body shot but Frost blocks it.
Frost throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Frost controls his hands. #BC2#
Frost pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Power avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A big right from Power misses. #CL2#
Frost rushes Power and presses him up against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power pushes Frost back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Frost missing with knees to the body.
Power tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Frost's elbow.
Power lands a right hand that snaps the head of Frost backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Frost.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power. #BC2#
Frost breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Power clinches up with Frost and pushes him back against the ropes.#T1#
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Frost breaks from the clinch.
Power swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Frost throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Frost checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Frost tries to counter by closing the distance.
Frost slips a jab from Power.#CL#
Power closes the distance and clinches.
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power blocks an elbow strike from Frost.
A nice left hand lands by Power.
Frost lands with a left to the head.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Frost's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Frost controls his hands.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Frost can do to turn this around?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power lands a left hand that snaps the head of Frost backwards.
Power avoiding damage as Frost throws knees to the body.
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
A frustrated look appears on Frost's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2#
Frost misses with the head strike.
Frost tries to circle away but Power has him pinned against the ropes.
Power lands a right hand.
Frost misses with a punch to the body.
Power lands a knee to the head.
Frost lands a right hand that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Power lands with a right to the head.
Frost can't break the clinch.
Power prevents Frost from breaking the clinch.
Power lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Frost wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Power working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Frost takes a shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Frost fails to land.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Frost blocking some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Frost.
Frost tries a body shot but Power blocks it.
Power working aggressively here.
Power scores with a shot to the side of Frost's head.
Frost swings wildly with an uppercut but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Frost tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Power paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Frost tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Frost with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Power to score with a decent uppercut.
Power tries to land a leg kick but Frost saw it coming and moves away.
That kick from Power tenderised Frost's leg. Frost is trying to keep his angry face on.#KD#
Power lands a big head kick that sends Frost tumbling to the mat! Power takes a step backwards and waves Frost back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Frost is rocked!#CL#
Power rushes Frost and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Frost controls his hands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A body shot lands from Frost.
Frost has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Power misses with a punch to the body.
Power working aggressively here.
Frost wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Power has him pressed against the ropes.
Frost wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Power has him pressed against the ropes.
Frost is trying to force a seperation but Power has the dominant position.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Frost looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Frost landing knees to the body. #T1#
Power is leaning against Frost and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
Frost takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Power misses with a hook to the ribs.
Power tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Frost's elbow.
Power working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice right hand lands inside from Frost.
Power works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.
Frost is trying to break free.
Frost has had enough of the clinch but Power keeps him there for the moment.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
A shot in the inside from Power.
Frost misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Power.
Frost is trying to break the clinch but Power is controlling him.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Power throws an elbow but misses.
Power lands a body shot.
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Frost breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jab from Power.#T2#
Power throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Frost.
Frost blocks a head kick by Power.
Power throws a quick inside leg kick.
Power lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Power displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Frost fails in his attempt to clinch.
Power throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Power lands with an overhand left.
Power throws a leg kick but Frost sees it coming and moves out of range.
Power thows a leg kick but Frost checks it
and Frost counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tobin Frost is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Power checks a low kick from Frost.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power keeps the fight on the outside.
Tobin Frost seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Frost misses with a jab, cross combination.
Frost lands a nice shot to the body.
Frost looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Frost throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #KD#
Power lands a big head kick that sends Frost tumbling to the mat! Power takes a step backwards and waves Frost back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Frost is still on wobbly legs! Can Power finish him?#CL2#
Frost gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Frost seems to have recovered his senses.
Geordie Power has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Frost looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A head punch on the inside from Frost fails to land.
Power lands a nice uppercut.
Frost working hard to break the clinch.
Power lands an uppercut.
Frost blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Frost tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Power's elbow.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Frost misses with a punch on the inside.
Frost is trying to break free.#BC2#
Frost manages to break the clinch.
A head kick misses from Power. #CL2#
Frost closes the distance and pushes Power back into the ropes.
Frost tries a body shot but Power blocks it.
Nice body punch from Power.
Power throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Frost is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T1#
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Power is working Frost over against the ropes.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Frost controls his hands.
Power lands a shoulder strike.
Power lands with a light punch inside.
A short uppercut from Power.
Frost takes a shot to the head.
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Power has Frost pressed against the ropes, preventing Frost from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Power lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Power lands a big right hand that drops Frost! The killer instinct kicks in and Power finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Power!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Geordie Power!
Geordie Power retains his light heavyweight title!
Geordie Power bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: NSC 14: Power vs McGuire     
Date:   Apr 16, 2019
#R1##CL2#
McGuire rushes Power and presses him up against the ropes.#BC2#
McGuire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Power slips under a jab from McGuire.
McGuire blocks a head kick by Power.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McGuire fails with an attempt to clinch.
McGuire scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL2#
McGuire has closed the distance and engaged Power in a clinch.
I was talking to Power's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Power has McGuire pressed against the ropes, preventing McGuire from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
McGuire is trying to break free.
McGuire has had enough of the clinch but Power keeps him there for the moment.
A frustrated look appears on McGuire's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McGuire throws a lazy head kick
and Power counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Power misses with a hook. McGuire ducked under it nicely.
McGuire raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
McGuire is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Power quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
McGuire ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McGuire jabs Power to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGuire sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Power ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McGuire is looking to clinch but Power is avoiding it.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A good leg kick by Power.
McGuire misses with an uppercut.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Power 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.
McGuire loads up on a big right hand but Power slips the punch.
McGuire looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Power misses with a looping right.
Power throws a quick inside leg kick.
Power fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McGuire has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Power dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McGuire. That did some damage!
McGuire moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL2#
McGuire moves into the clinch.#BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McGuire.
Power scores with a sloppy right hand. McGuire should have avoided that one. #T2#
Power has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Power there as he acknowledges the shot.
McGuire looks for the body kick but Power saw that one coming.
Power was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McGuire fails in his attempt to clinch.
McGuire tries to clinch but Power is having none of it.
Power ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
Power is looking to counter punch.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Power. That did some damage!
McGuire keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Power lands with a shot to the body.
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up but Power swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McGuire misses with a head kick.
Power throws a hook to the side of McGuire's head but McGuire sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power looks to land a body kick but McGuire moved away.
Power throws a hook to the side of McGuire's head but McGuire sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power throws an overhand right that lands on McGuire's shoulder, as McGuire tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
McGuire clinches up with Power and pushes him back against the ropes.
McGuire blocking some punches.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but James McGuire will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
McGuire tries to clinch up but Power circles away and keeps his distance.
Power feints and then cracks McGuire's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McGuire down.
McGuire slips under a jab from Power.
McGuire lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Power buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
A little feinted left hand from Power on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but McGuire is just out of range.
McGuire doesn't manage to clinch there - Power circles away.
Power tried to counter with a leg kick but McGuire avoided it.
Power connects with the punch.
Power avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McGuire darts in trying to clinch
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McGuire misses with a looping right.
Power looks to land a combination but McGuire avoids it well.
McGuire scores with a jab.
McGuire throws a series of punches but Power avoids them all with ease.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Power finds it's way through McGuire's defenses. #T1#
Nice straight punches there by Power. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Power.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
Power misses with a head kick.
Power lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
McGuire jabs at Power's body.
McGuire comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Power tries to keep at a distance but McGuire has taken the fight into the clinch.
McGuire blocks a body shot from Power.
McGuire's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch.
Power connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between McGuire's hands.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Power pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T2#
McGuire displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Power throws out the jab.
Power's jab looks to have found its range, popping McGuire under the eye.
Power tries to land a front kick but McGuire steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McGuire follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Power, as that shot connected.
Power throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Power avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Power quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
McGuire drops his hands momentarily and Power takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL2#
McGuire gets a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McGuire. #BC2#
McGuire pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
That kick from Power tenderised McGuire's leg. McGuire is trying to keep his angry face on.
Geordie Power is winning the standup battle so far.
Power lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McGuire.
McGuire works Power's body with a nice hook.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Power.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and McGuire moves out of range easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
McGuire rushes Power and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Power connects with an inside leg kick.
Power lands an overhand right.
Power shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL2#
McGuire moves into the clinch.
McGuire working hard to break the clinch.
Power keeps the fight in the clinch, despite McGuire's efforts to push away.#BC2#
McGuire pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McGuire tries to clinch but Power is having none of it.
Power clobbers McGuire with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Power lands a leg kick that knocks McGuire off balance momentarily.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Power misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
McGuire clinches with his opponent.
Power has McGuire pressed against the ropes, preventing McGuire from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Power misses with some punches. #BC#
Power's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Power keeps the fight on the outside.
Power keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
A jab from McGuire misses.
Power throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Power scores with a shot to the body.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGuire misses with a leg kick.
Power is looking to counter punch.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.#CL2#
McGuire closes the distance and pushes Power back into the ropes.
McGuire can't break the clinch. #BC2#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
McGuire wants to clinch.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Power lands a nice leg kick that just misses McGuire's sensitive parts.
Power circles away from the clinch attempt
and Power cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGuire misses with a body shot. #T2#
Power throws a head kick but McGuire moves out of range.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and McGuire moves out of range easily.
McGuire doesn't manage to clinch there - Power circles away.
Nice shot lands for Power.
McGuire throws a jab but it's blocked by Power.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power throws a big shot that misses.
McGuire throws a sloppy head kick and Power moves out of range easily.
Power lunges at McGuire with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McGuire's hand. #CL2#
McGuire clinches. #BC2#
McGuire breaks the clinch.
Power steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McGuire.
McGuire wants to clinch.
Power throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGuire sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McGuire takes a jab right on the kisser.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
McGuire takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGuire is looking to land body kicks.
McGuire walks into a left hand.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Power.
A nice inside leg kick there by Power. That's going to slow McGuire down.
McGuire doesn't manage to clinch there - Power circles away.
McGuire is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Power rather than just go for the knockout.
Power connects with a leg kick. McGuire looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Power changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power misses with a low kick.
It seemed like McGuire was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McGuire avoids the head kick by Power.
McGuire swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Power misses with a kick to the body.
McGuire is looking for the big counter here.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
McGuire tries to clinch up but Power circles away and keeps his distance.
Power connects with the punch.#T1#
McGuire wants to clinch.
McGuire looks to land a right hand but Power moved out of range.
It looked like Power wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McGuire blocks a low kick nicely.
Power circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
McGuire fails with an attempt to clinch.
McGuire tries to clinch there but Power circles away.
McGuire keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Power thows a left - swing and a miss!
Power lunges at McGuire with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McGuire's hand.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Power - that will leave a mark!
McGuire has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Power takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses. #T2#
McGuire is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Power misses with a head kick.
McGuire misses with a head kick.
McGuire throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Power on the side of the head.
Power swinging wildly here.
Power ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
McGuire chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Power can pounce on him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
McGuire wants to clinch.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire fails in his attempt to clinch.
Power throws a big shot that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power had his way with James McGuire in that round.
That's time! Power's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5##CL2#
McGuire takes the fight into the clinch.
McGuire tries to circle away but Power has him pinned against the ropes.
James McGuire seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC#
Power breaks from the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Power throws the left hand but McGuire avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
McGuire closes the distance and pushes Power back into the ropes.
James McGuire has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#BC2#
McGuire breaks from the clinch.
Power bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and McGuire moves out of range easily.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McGuire can do to turn this around?
A good leg kick by Power.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire misses with a straight right.
Power moves into range and connects with a jab.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Power.
McGuire tries to clinch but Power is having none of it.
Power lands a glancing blow to the side of McGuire's head.#T1#
McGuire moves to clinch but Power breaks away
letting Power counter with a right hand.
Power lands with a straight right. McGuire didn't see that one coming.#CL2#
McGuire pushes Power up against the ropes in a clinch.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
McGuire missing with knees to the body.
Power lands a left hand. #BC2#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McGuire tries to clinch
and Power counters with a stiff right hand.
Power feints and then cracks McGuire's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McGuire down.
McGuire is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Power looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
McGuire fails with an attempt to clinch.
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Power with a nice cross.
Power throws a looping overhand right but McGuire ducks down to avoid it.
McGuire slips a jab from Power.#T2#
McGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It looked like Power wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
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!
Power swats away the attempt to clinch by McGuire.
McGuire lands with a nice body kick.
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Power paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Power circles away from the clinch attempt.
Power tried to counter with a leg kick but McGuire avoided it.#KD2#
McGuire lands a big head kick that sends Power tumbling to the mat! McGuire takes a step backwards and waves Power back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#
It looks like Geordie Power has been cut.
McGuire tries to clinch up
and Power counters with a slapping leg kick.
Power throws a sloppy head kick
and McGuire counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Power looks to land a right hand but McGuire moved out of range.
Power just misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGuire throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Power.
Power lands a leg kick that knocks McGuire off balance momentarily.

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 Geordie Power.
I think Power 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Geordie Power!
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight for Geordie Power!
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Geordie Power!

Geordie Power wins by unanimous decision!

Geordie Power is the new light heavyweight champion!
Geordie Power bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: NSC 7: Escobar vs Power     
Date:   Mar 19, 2019
#R1#
Power throws a front kick aimed at Escobar's knee but Escobar avoids it well.
Escobar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Power was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Escobar connects with a body shot.
Escobar uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Power.
Escobar throws an off balance right hand
and Power counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Decent striking displayed by Power there.
Braulio Escobar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Escobar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Donk. Power catches Escobar right on the button with a cross.#CUT2#
It looks like Braulio Escobar has been cut.
Power defending well as Escobar loads up on a big left hand.
Power throws a lazy uppercut
and Escobar counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Power lands a nice leg kick that just misses Escobar's sensitive parts.
Power staying out of range there.
Power bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Escobar'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!
Escobar throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
Escobar throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.
We've been told by Escobar's head coaches at Wookies Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Escobar. Beautiful body shot.
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Escobar misses with a hook. Power ducked under it nicely.
Power's jab looks to have found its range, popping Escobar under the eye.
Escobar avoids the body shot from Power.
Escobar connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Escobar swings for the body but Power moves out of range.
Power misses the shot to the body.
Escobar swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL2#
Power moves into the clinch.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Power tries a knee to the head but Escobar blocks it.
Escobar tries to circle away but Power has him pinned against the ropes.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Escobar looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Escobar swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Escobar fails to land. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Escobar.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of Escobar backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Escobar lands a right hand that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
Power lands a shot to the body.
Power scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.
Escobar tries a body shot but Power blocks it.
Power lands a body shot.
A short right from Power.
Power lands a left hand.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Escobar.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Escobars head. #BC#
Escobar breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Escobar misses the target.
Escobar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Escobar paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Power instigates a clinch.
A right hand to the body from Power.
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Braulio Escobar's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Power with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Escobar throws a left and a right that both miss
and Power connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Power slips under a jab.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and Escobar moves out of range easily.
Escobar misses with a body shot.
Power misses with a hook. Escobar ducked under it nicely.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Escobar paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nice uppercut there from Power.
Power has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Escobar staying out of range there.
Escobar throws a hook but Power blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Escobar throws a body shot but no joy.
Escobar's corner calls for a 1-2. Escobar obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Escobar misses with a double jab.
Escobar backing away here, and Power unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Escobar with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Power fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Power's corner calls for a 1-2. Power obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Escobar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Power displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Escobar throws out the jab.
A lazy left from Escobar finds it's target.
Escobar throws out a loose jab but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power blocks a jab.
Power takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Power throws a jab when Escobar was well out of range.
Power has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Good standup being displayed there by Power as he connects with a hook.
Escobar swings for the body but Power moves out of range.
A cross from Escobar lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Power misses with a body shot. #T2#
Escobar misses the shot to the body.
Power takes one on the button.
Power tries to clinch but Escobar is having none of it.
Power waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Escobar.
Escobar listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Power moves out of range of the strikes.
Escobar connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Power tries to clinch up.
Escobar throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Escobar takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Braulio Escobar is winning the standup battle so far.
Escobar misses with a straight right.
Power slips a jab from Escobar.
A swing and a miss from Escobar.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Escobar is looking to counter punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Braulio Escobar dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Braulio Escobar's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Power dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Escobar moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Power slips under a jab.
Escobar throws a looping overhand right but Power ducks down to avoid it.
Escobar throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Escobar thows a left - swing and a miss!
Power ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL2#
Power drives through and clinches with Escobar against the ropes.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Escobar.
A short right from Escobar on the inside.
Escobar blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Escobar throws a head punch that misses.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power lands with a light punch 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!
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Escobar scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Escobar breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Escobar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Escobar misses with an uppercut
and Escobar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Power throws a head kick that misses
and Power takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Power throws a leg kick but Escobar sees it coming and moves out of range.
Escobar moves out of range as Power strikes.
Escobar's corner calls for a 1-2. Escobar obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Escobar misses the jab.
Escobar loads up on a big right hand but Power slips the punch.
Escobar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
An inside leg kick from Power misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Escobar misses the target. #T2#
Escobar is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Escobar jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Escobar misses with a looping right.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Escobar digs a good body shot into Power's ribs.
Power blocks a jab.
Power looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Power scores with a nice right hand. #CL2#
Power moves into the clinch.
Power keeps control of Escobar as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Escobar uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Escobar avoids it.#BC#
Escobar breaks the clinch.
Power scores with the left hand. Escobar knows he should have avoided that one.
Escobar slips a straight right by Power.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Geordie Power just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Braulio Escobar's cut.
That's time! Escobar's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Escobar throws an off balance right hand
and Power counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Power moves out of range of the strikes.
Power drops his hands momentarily and Escobar takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Power scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL2#
Power gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Escobar breaks from the clinch.
Power misses with a leg kick.
Power lands with an overhand left.#ROC2#
Escobar is rocked!
Power works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Oh Escobar is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Escobar cracks Power with a good jab.
Power cracks Escobar with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Escobar tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Power pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Escobar is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Geordie Power!
After the fight, Geordie Power 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: NSC 3 : Joy vs Tektas     
Date:   Feb 19, 2019
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Power.
Power motions for Wright to come forward. Power throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wright! But no joy.
Wright checks a leg kick.
Power tried to score with a low kick but Wright checks it.
Wright throws out a counter right but Power avoids it with no problem.
Wright looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
Wright misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Power has Wright up against the ropes in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Wright tries to circle away but Power has him pinned against the ropes.
Wright is trying to push Power away but Power has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Wright manages to break the clinch.
Wright misses the jab.
Power went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power tries to work over Wright's front leg with a kick but Wright checks it.
Power wants to clinch up but Wright keeps it at a distance.
Power looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Power fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Wright.
Wright feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Powers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A lazy left from Power finds it's target.
Power throws a nice looking combination but Wright bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1#
Power throws the kick towards the body but Wright avoids it.
Power throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A head kick misses from Wright.
Power will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Wright tries a low kick but Power avoids it.
Power tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Wright is able to avoid easily.
Wright throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wright takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Decent striking displayed by Power there.
Geordie Power seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wright lands a high kick! #CL#
Power moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wright blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wright has had enough of the clinch but Power keeps him there for the moment.#BC#
Power breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Power thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wright misses with a hook. Power ducked under it nicely.
Wright throws an overhand right that lands on Power's shoulder, as Power tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Power misses with a looping right.
Power lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT#
It looks like Cleon Wright has been cut.
The fighters circle momentarily. Wright darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Power on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Power throws a leg kick which misses Wright's front leg but catches the back leg as Wright tries to avoid it.
Power will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Wright moves out of range of the body kick.
Power scores with a punch to the head.
Wright bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wright throws a lazy right hand but Power sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Power moves out of range as Wright strikes.
Wright might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Wright throws a good cross that connects.
Wright throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wright loads up on a big right hand but Power slips the punch.
It looked like Power wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Power throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Power throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Power scores with a punch to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Cleon Wright's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Wright explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wright follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Wright looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
Donk. Power catches Wright right on the button with a cross.
Wright swings for the body but Power moves out of range.
Power throws a quick counter head kick but Wright was just out of range.
Wright throws an off balance right hand
and Power counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Power takes a swing at Wright's ribcage but misses.
Power rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wright moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Geordie Power is winning the standup battle so far.
Power throws a lazy right hand but Wright sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wright now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Power avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wright swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power misses with a body kick.
Power connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Power lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wright can do to turn this around?
Wright misses with a wild body shot.
Power is looking to counter with head kicks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wright tests Power's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Power scores with a head kick. #T1#
Power throws a looping overhand right but Wright ducks down to avoid it.
Wright with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Power fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A big left from Wright misses.
Power tries to clinch there but Wright circles away.
Power lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Decent striking displayed by Wright there.
Wright throws a hook but Power avoids it easily.
Wright throws a nice inside leg kick.
Power looks to land a left hand but Wright moved out of range nicely.
Power scores with a jab. Wright acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Wright lands a leg kick that knocks Power off balance momentarily.
Wright takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The fighters circling - Wright throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Power was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A looping hook to the body misses from Wright. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wright looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2#
Jab from Wright.
Power ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Power slips under a jab.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and Wright moves out of range easily.
Power swings for the body but Wright moves out of range.
A head kick misses from Power.
A nice side step and Wright releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Power moves out of range of the leg kick from Wright.
Wright fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Power on the side of the head.
Wright wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wright misses the shot to the body.
Power scores with a nice strike.
Power fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Wright is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Power misses with a looping right.
It seemed like Wright was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wright connects with a jab.
No joy there for Power, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
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 Geordie Power will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Cleon Wright's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Wright wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Power tried to score with a low kick but Wright checks it.
Power throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wright.
Wright throws out a leg kick but Power moves out of range and Wright only half commits.
Wright uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Power.
Wright fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Power.
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wright.
Power misses with a shot to the body
and Wright connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Power connects with a single shot there.
Power misses with a leg kick.
Both fighters circling a little - Wright finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Power misses with a leg kick
and Wright counters with a straight right hand.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wright.
Wright misses with a low kick.
Power scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power closes the distance looking to clinch
and Wright cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Power fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wright manages to avoid it.
Wright misses the shot to the body.
Wright throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.
Wright blocks a jab.
Wright throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Power throws a low kick but Wright avoids it.
Wright takes one to the chin there.
Power misses with a head kick.
Wright swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wright misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Power closes the distance and pushes Wright back into the ropes.
A body shot lands from Power.
Cleon Wright has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Wright working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wright backwards.
Power misses with a body punch.
Wright blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2##BC2#
Wright pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wright swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wright avoids the head kick by Power.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power slips under a jab from Wright.
Power moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Power has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Wright finds it's way round the side to connect with Power's head.
Wright throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Power throws a quick counter head kick but Wright was just out of range.
Power lands a leg kick that knocks Wright off balance momentarily.
Power lands a jab.
Power throws a low kick but it's checked well by Wright.
Power throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jab, jab by Power - just one landing. #KD2#
Wright drops Power with a left and a right! Oh, Power is hurt - Wright dives into side control looking to finish!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SU2#
Wright decides to stand back up. Wright steps back and let's Power get back to his feet.
Power pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wright lands a glancing blow to the side of Power's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cleon Wright comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Power 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight for Cleon Wright!
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight for Geordie Power!
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Geordie Power!

Geordie Power wins by split decision!

Geordie Power 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: SYN Europe 97     
Date:   Jan 26, 2019
#R1#
Batra listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Power lands with an uppercut that bounces Batra off the cage and back into range.
Power with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Batra connects with a body shot.
Power misses with a right hand #CL#
and Batra counters by clinching up.
A short right from Batra.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Batra blocking some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Power.
Batra tries to pull guard but Power holds him up against the cage and eventually Batra drops back down to his feet.
Still in the clinch, Batra scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice body punch from Batra.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Batra lands a hook to the side of the head.
Batra misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short uppercut from Batra.
Batra 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.
Power wants to get back to striking at distance but Batra won't allow it.
Batra lands a body shot in the clinch.
Power goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Batra.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power. #T1##TD#
Batra ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Batra no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Batra looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Power would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
Power got a little sloppy there for a moment and Batra has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Power has managed to get both his arms back between Batra's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Power wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Batra's closed guard. He's half up but Batra has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Batra pivots and extends the arm, Power falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Batra! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gobal Batra!
Gobal Batra thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: DARE 89     
Date:   Dec 22, 2018
#R1#
Power doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've been told by Power's head coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Power lands a really nice looking cross but Page seems unphased.
Power swats away the attempt to clinch by Page.
Page looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
Page ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Page moves out of range of the strikes.
Power blocks a jab.
Power avoids the body shot from Page.
Power moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Power tries to bum rush Page with a series of wild strikes but Page uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD2#
Page gets the takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Power is looking for a sweep.
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!
Page grinds an elbow into Power's temple.
Page in side control lands a decent elbow.
Page throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Page postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Power parries the strikes from Page easily there. Page is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Power to escape. #T1#
Power manages to get back to half guard.
Page performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Page working over Power with some ground and pound. Power looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Page working the head and body with strikes.
Page is trying to control the action in half guard but Power is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Page lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Page has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Page not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Page not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Page thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Power's head.
Page lands strikes from half guard.
Page trying to mount his opponent but Power defends it. #T2#
Page is keen to just control but Power is a slippery customer.
Page prevents Power from standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Page is trying to control. Power wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Power wants to get back to his feet.
Power is trying to control but can't.
Power knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Page on the ground.
Power on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Power is trying to stand up here but Page is controlling him well.
Power is looking to improve his position.
Page is nestled in close to Power, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Page thows a huge punch but Power dodges it nicely.
Page looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#ES#
Power kicks Page off and gets back to his feet.#T3#
Power swats away the attempt to clinch by Page.
Power throws a low kick but Page moves out of range easily.
And Page tries to counter it with a takedown but Power pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Power swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Power throws a series of punches but Page moves out of range.
Power throws a looping overhand right but Page ducks down to avoid it.
Page fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Power manages to avoid it.
Page throws an overhand right that lands on Power's shoulder, as Power tries to avoid the shot.
Page displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Power throws out the jab. #CL2#
Page moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Power breaks the clinch.
Page takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
Page bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Power with a hook.
Power throws a hook to the side of Page's head but Page sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power defending well as Page loads up on a big left hand.
Power is looking to counter punch.
Nice defenses there by Page.
Franky Page seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Page wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Page misses with a lunging right hand
letting Power counter with a right hand.
Page bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Power moves out of range of the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL2#
Page gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Page's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Page uses good head movement to avoid it.
Page is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Power gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A short right from Page.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Power creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Franky Page has been cut.
Power lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Page wants a takedown.
Page tries a body shot but Power blocks it. #BC#
Power escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Power throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Page counters with a takedown into side control.
Page in side control, throwing shots but Power defends.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Franky Page will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Franky Page's cut.
That's time! Power's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Page displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Power throws out the jab.
Power throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Page slips a straight right by Power.
Page shoots for a takedown but Power saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Page.
Power was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Power swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Page throws a shot from downtown. Power moves away and avoids it.
Page tries to score a power double leg takedown but Power sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Page somewhat.
Power takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
Page works the jab nicely.
Power moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T1#
Page darts in looking for a takedown but Power gets double underhooks and turns Page into the cage.
Geordie Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Franky Page.
Page throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Power lands a nice shot that snaps Page's head back.
Page steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Power.
A jab lands there for Power.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Page.
Power swings for the body but Page moves out of range.
Power misses with a two punch combination.
Power throws a lazy right hand but Page sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Power throws the left hand but Page avoids the punch easily.
Page swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Page slips a jab from Power.
And Page tries to counter it with a takedown but Power pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Page manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Power on his heels. He'll look to pass Power's guard now, I'm sure.
Power working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Page.
Power is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Page postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Page with a nice head shot there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power working a defensive guard here.
Page keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Power's head.
Power trying to control the position.
Page wants to control from the top but Power keeps moving.
Page passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Page working the ground and pound but Power is defending the strikes. #T3#
Page trying to control the action but Power is working from the bottom.
Power is trying to control Page's posture but Page avoids it.
Page lands a nice forearm strike.
Power can't do much from the bottom here.
Page lands a nice forearm strike.
Page connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Power some visible discomfort.
Page lands an elbow.
Page is working Power over with some ground and pound from side control.
The ground and pound from Page seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Page scoring with punches and elbows. #T4#
Power regains half guard.
Page passes to full mount!
Page cracks Power with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Page pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Page connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
A nice elbow there by Page.#ROC2#
Power is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The referee warns Power that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Oh Power is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Page postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Power in real trouble here! The ref calls for Power to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Franky Page!

 

Event: CEC 625     
Date:   Nov 02, 2018
#R1#
Power throws a nice outside leg kick.
Reznick dips to his left and cracks Power with an uppercut!
Reznick misses the shot to the body.
Power was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Power paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Power looks to land a right hand but Reznick moved out of range.#CL2#
Reznick closes the distance and clinches.
Reznick misses with some punches. #BC#
Power breaks from the clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Power bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Reznick's head.
Power scores with a kick to the midsection.
Reznick keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Reznick misses with a body kick.
Power tries a low kick but Reznick avoids it.
Reznick connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Reznick tries to clinch but Power moves out of range.
Power goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Reznick misses the shot to the body.
Reznick lands a nice looking body kick.
Reznick misses with a double jab.
Power was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice uppercut lands for Power. That snapped Reznick's head back. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Reznick. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Reznick ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
Reznick slips under a jab.
Reznick uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Power.
Power cracks a nice hook into Reznick's ribs.
Reznick slips a jab from Power.
Reznick walks into a stiff left hand from Power.
Reznick throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Power counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Reznick scores with a jab to the jaw.
Reznick scores with a nice head shot.
Reznick closes the distance looking to clinch
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Reznick flicks out a counter leg kick but Power steps away.
Power swinging wildly here.
Reznick looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Reznick moves out of range as Power strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Power. Reznick does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power throws a hook to the side of Reznick's head but Reznick sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Reznick looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Power misses the shot to the body.
Donk. Power catches Reznick right on the button with a cross.
Some bone on bone action there as Reznick checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Power steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Reznick. That one must have hurt.
Power moves out of range of the body kick from Reznick.
Power misses with an attempted mid kick.
Reznick lands a nice leg kick that just misses Power's sensitive parts.
Reznick misses with a low kick.
Power swinging wildly here.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
Reznick tries a quick counter leg kick but Power is wise to it.
A big right from Power misses.
Reznick was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Power lands with a shot to the body.
Power walks into a stiff left hand from Reznick.
Power scores with a jab to the head.
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
Power misses with a left hand
and Power takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Reznick tries to clinch but Power is having none of it.
Power was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Reznick throws a solid leg kick but Power takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Reznick.#T3#
Reznick throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Reznick thumps Power with a low kick.
Power ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Reznick moves away.
Reznick looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Power cracks Reznick with an open hand slap.
Reznick throws a low kick but Power moves out of range easily.
That kick from Reznick tenderised Power's leg. Power is trying to keep his angry face on.
Power ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Reznick misses with a leg kick
and Power counters with a nice leg kick.
Reznick swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Power lands a nice leg kick that just misses Reznick's sensitive parts.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
Reznick buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Reznick comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
Power stuns Reznick with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Power throws an off balance right hand
and Reznick counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Reznick connects with a leg kick. Power looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Power throws a hook but Reznick avoids it easily.#T4#
Reznick slips a straight right by Power.
Reznick uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Power.
Reznick ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Power throws a head kick but Reznick moves out of range.
Reznick comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Reznick is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Power throws a series of punches but Reznick avoids them all with ease.
Reznick lands with a shot to the body.
Reznick blocks a head kick by Power.
Reznick lets loose with a powerful body kick. Power will feel that in the morning.
Good leg kick by Reznick there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Power connects with a leg kick. Reznick looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Power misses with an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nice straight punches there by Power. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Power.
Reznick throws a looping overhand right but Power ducks down to avoid it.
Reznick checks a leg kick.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Power looks to land a left hand but Reznick moved out of range nicely.
Geordie Power is winning the standup battle so far.
Reznick ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Power getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Power moves out of range as Reznick throws a body kick.
Power misses with a few strikes there.
Reznick punishes Power's body with a nice straight punch.
Power misses with a lunging right hand
and Reznick counters with a leg kick.
Reznick swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Good shot there by Power.#CL2#
Reznick has managed to clinch.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Reznick controls his hands.
Power blocks a body shot from Reznick.
Reznick misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Reznick swings wildly with an uppercut but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Reznick misses with a punch to the body.
Power lands a body shot in the clinch.
Reznick tries to throw a body punch but Power avoids it by throwing Reznick back against the cage.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T1##BC#
Power's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Reznick scores with a sloppy right hand. Power should have avoided that one.
Power lands a body shot.
Power does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Reznick only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Power throws an overhand right that lands on Reznick's shoulder, as Reznick tries to avoid the shot.
Reznick tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Power paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Reznick wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The fighters circling - Reznick throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Power has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Reznick.
Reznick tries to clinch but Power is having none of it.
Reznick fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Power scores with a three punch combo!
Power misses with a leg kick
enabling Reznick to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power misses with a looping right.
Reznick was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Power blocks the body kick.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Power stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Reznick.
Reznick defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Power misses with a wild combination. #T2#
Reznick stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Power displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Reznick throws out the jab.
Reznick takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Power, right into the meat.
Reznick throws a jab when Power was well out of range.
Power takes a jab right on the kisser.
Reznick fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Power is out of range.
Reznick misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power throwing a counter right hand but Reznick manages to avoid it.
Power works Reznick's body with a nice hook.
Reznick throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Power swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Reznick connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Reznick throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Power fires out a quick counter leg kick but Reznick just manages to avoid it.
Power throws a front kick that sends Reznick stumbling back into the cage.
Power throws a big shot that misses.
Reznick throws a predictable looking body shot
and Power counters with a stiff right hand.
Power misses with a kick to the body. #T3#
Power defending well as Reznick loads up on a big left hand.
Power checks the leg kick.
Reznick lands an overhand right.
Power throws a head kick that half lands.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Power.
Reznick lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Power circles away quickly and effectively.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Reznick.
Power throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Power throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Power takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Power throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Reznick moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Reznick blocks a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power swings for the body but Reznick moves out of range.
Reznick let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Reznick misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The fight stays on the outside here - Reznick looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Power tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reznick was well out of range. Poor timing from Power.
Power swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Power cracks the inside of Reznick's front leg.
Reznick checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Power waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Reznick.
Reznick moves out of range of the body kick.
Power attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Power uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Reznick.
Power looks to land a left hand but Reznick moved out of range nicely.
Donk. Reznick catches Power right on the button with a cross.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
Reznick throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power throws a jab when Reznick was well out of range.
A big right from Power misses.
Reznick misses the jab.
Reznick stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
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 Geordie Power will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Reznick keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Reznick let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Reznick takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
Power misses with a hook.
Reznick digs a good body shot into Power's ribs.
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
Reznick looks to land a left hand but Power moved out of range nicely.
Reznick moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Power misses with a hook
enabling Reznick to counter with a crisp jab.
Reznick dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Power. That did some damage!
Power looks for the body kick but Reznick saw that one coming.
Power fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Reznick manages to avoid it.
Reznick walks into a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Reznick.
Reznick throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Reznick tried to score with a low kick but Power checks it.
Reznick looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Reznick cracks Power with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Reznick fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
Reznick throws out a leg kick but Power moves out of range and Reznick only half commits.
Power throws a left and a right that both miss
and Reznick counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Power throws a big shot that misses.
Reznick throws a leg kick which misses Power's front leg but catches the back leg as Power tries to avoid it.
Power is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Reznick swings away with a body shot that misses
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Power takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Reznick loads up on a big right hand but Power slips the punch.
Power appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Reznick walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Some bone on bone action there as Power checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Sloppy strikes from Power. Those never looked like landing.
Power misses with a wild body shot.
Power backing away here, and Reznick unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Power wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Reznick fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Reznick wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Reznick lands a leg kick that knocks Power off balance momentarily.
Reznick just misses with a punch to the body.
Power thinks about countering with a head kick.
A leg kick checked by Power.#T2#
Reznick misses with the combination.
Power scores with a crisp jab that stopped Reznick in his tracks.
Power misses the shot to the body.
Reznick throws a leg kick but Power checks it.
Power takes a swing at Reznick's ribcage but misses.
Power throws a looping overhand right but Reznick ducks down to avoid it.
Power misses with a head kick.
Power circles away from the clinch attempt.
Power avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A big left from Power misses.
Reznick throws a hook but Power blocks it.
A swing and a miss from Power.
Reznick scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Power checks a leg kick nicely.
Power slips a jab and a cross from Reznick.
Trevor Reznick has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
A shot to the liver by Power. Beautiful body shot.
Power misses with a series of wild punches.
Reznick throws out a counter right but Power avoids it with no problem.
Power scores with a three punch combo!
Reznick throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Power dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Reznick is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Power connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Reznick has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Reznick takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Reznick takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Power checks a leg kick nicely.
Power walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Reznick checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Reznick looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T4#
A right-left combo lands from Power.
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!
Power lands a body shot.
Power checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Power misses with a straight right.
Reznick throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Power counters with a three punch combo that has Reznick backing up. Reznick nods at Power to acknowledge the strikes.
Reznick throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Power on the side of the head.
Reznick on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Reznick is looking to clinch but Power is avoiding it.
Reznick throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Power counter with a right hand.
Power connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Reznick stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Power.
Nice cross by Power.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Power!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Reznick tries to land a front kick but Power steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Reznick fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Power dodges the punch combination from Reznick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Geordie Power showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Power, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

Geordie Power bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: CEC 621     
Date:   Oct 17, 2018
#R1#
Doolittle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power sizes up Doolittle with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Doolittle throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice defenses there by Power.
Power looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Doolittle jabs Power to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Power throws a head kick that misses
and Doolittle counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Power throws a looping overhand right but Doolittle ducks down to avoid it.
Doolittle throws a front kick that sends Power stumbling back into the cage.
Doolittle moves out of range as Power strikes.
Doolittle goes for a double leg but Power avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Power continues to drive forward.
Power takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Power throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Doolittle's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Doolittle bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Power slips a jab from Doolittle.
Doolittle misses with a looping left.#T1#
A right-left combo lands from Power. #CUT#
It looks like Doctor Doolittle has been cut.
Doolittle 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.
Doolittle throws a leg kick which misses Power's front leg but catches the back leg as Power tries to avoid it.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power slips a jab and a cross from Doolittle.
It looked like Power wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Doolittle wants to clinch.
Power was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Doolittle connects with a crisp jab.
Power bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Doolittle swats away the attempt to clinch by Power.
Power gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Doolittle.#T2#
Doolittle shoots in but no luck this time.
Doolittle throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Power swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Doolittle tries to clinch up but Power circles away and keeps his distance.
Doolittle with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Doolittle misses with a two punch combination.
Power scores with a jab.
Power doesn't manage to clinch there - Doolittle circles away.
Doolittle throws a front kick that sends Power stumbling back into the cage.
A shot to the liver by Power. Beautiful body shot.
Power throws a nice looking combination but Doolittle bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Power jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Power misses with an uppercut. Doolittle saw that one coming.#TD2#
Doolittle closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Power to the mat! Power manages to get full guard.
Doolittle engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Doolittle advances position into side control!
Power prevents Doolittle from improving position.
Power knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Doolittle on the ground.
Power struggling a bit here.
Power wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Power is looking to regain half guard here but Doolittle keeps moving and retains side control.
Doolittle controlling the position.
Power wants to get back to his feet.
Doolittle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Power keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Power sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Doolittle wants to take a breather but Power is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doctor Doolittle dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doctor Doolittle'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#
Power misses with a wild combination.
Doolittle missing with a left hand there. Power was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Doolittle fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A jab from Power misses.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Power, right into the meat.
Geordie Power is winning the standup battle so far.
Power throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Doolittle on the side of the head.
Doolittle showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Power.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doolittle fails in his attempt to clinch.
Power bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Doolittle's head.
A punch combination from Doolittle misses.
Doolittle scores with a jab. Power acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Power throws a head kick that misses.
Power is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Doolittle ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Doolittle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Power.
Power throws a low kick but Doolittle avoids it.
Doolittle connects with a high kick.
Geordie Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Doolittle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Doolittle has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Doolittle throws a leg kick but Power sees it coming and moves out of range.
Doolittle on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Doolittle throws a low kick but Power avoids it.
Doolittle scores with a jab to the body.
Doolittle scores with a hook.
Doolittle throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.#T2#
Power tries a low kick but Doolittle avoids it.
Nice defenses there by Power.
Power throws a series of punches but Doolittle avoids them all with ease.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Doolittle throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Power tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Doolittle is in Power's guard.
Doolittle 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.
Power can't keep his opponent in guard - Doolittle advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Doolittle seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Doolittle missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Doolittle tries to pass to full mount but Power defends it.
Doolittle works his way into full mount!
Doolittle looking to control and managing it successfully.
Doolittle trying to control but Power is having none of it.
Power is looking to get to half guard.
Doolittle wants to control the action but instead Power gets a body lock and reverses into Doolittle's guard! Nice work! #T4#
Doolittle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Power has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Doolittle is proving hard to escape from.
Doolittle looking to control. #SU#
Power stands up and waves to Doolittle to follow him.
Power tries to land a leg kick but Doolittle saw it coming and moves away.
Power throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Doolittle to counter with a crisp jab.
Doolittle missing with a left hand there. Power was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Power was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Doolittle.
Doolittle swings for the body but Power moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Doctor Doolittle will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Doctor Doolittle'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#
Doolittle throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Power stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Power throws a body punch but Doolittle moves out of range.
Power lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A big left from Doolittle misses.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Doolittle.
Doolittle moves into range and connects with a jab.
Power has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Doolittle.
Power throws a solid leg kick but Doolittle takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Power.
Doolittle takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Power swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power connects with a right hand. Doolittle shakes it off.
The fighters circle momentarily. Power darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Power tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Doolittle thinks about the counter body kick.
Doolittle thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Power if he has to take too many more of those. #CL2#
Doolittle has taken the fight to the clinch.
Doolittle lands a knee to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Doolittle lands a hook that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Doolittle softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Doolittle with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Power misses with the head strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Doolittle.
Doolittle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Doolittle lands a body punch.
Doolittle lands a nice shot to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Doolittle.
Doolittle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Doolittle.
Doolittle tries to throw a body punch but Power avoids it by throwing Doolittle back against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Doolittle scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Doolittle.
Doolittle tries a knee to the head but Power blocks it.
Geordie Power has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Doctor Doolittle is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
A short uppercut from Power.
Doolittle lands a right hand.
Doolittle misses with a punch on the inside.
Doolittle working aggressively here.
Doolittle takes a shot to the head.
Power scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Power working aggressively here.
A short right from Doolittle.
Doolittle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Doolittle has Power pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Power manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Doolittle is struggling to control the position.
Doolittle wants to take the fight to the mat but Power manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Power lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Doolittle backwards. #BC#
Power breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Power lands a jab to the nose.
Power misses with a hook
and Doolittle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Doolittle throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Doolittle tries to clinch there but Power circles away.
Doolittle tries to clinch but Power moves out of range.
Doolittle misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Power appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Power lands a high kick! #ROC#
Doolittle is rocked!
A head kick misses from Power.
Doolittle is still on wobbly legs! Can Power finish him?
Power ducks under a wild hook from Doolittle.
Power swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Doolittle dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Doolittle is keeping his hands low and just asking to be knocked out. Power Raises his leg and lands a stunning axe kick! Doolittle is out cold, face down on the mat!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Geordie Power!
After the fight, Geordie Power 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: EFA 84 Vermeulen Vs Murphy     
Date:   Aug 04, 2018
#R1#
Hyang avoids the head kick by Power.
Power checks the leg kick.
Power misses with a double jab.
Power throws a lazy right hand but Hyang sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Power misses the jab.
Power scores with a body shot.
Hyang scores with a jab.
Hyang misses with a low kick.
Power shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hyang slips under a jab.
Hyang scores with a sloppy right hand. Power should have avoided that one.
Power checks a leg kick.
Power seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Power takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Hyang goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power moves out of range as Hyang strikes.
Hyang looks to land a right hand but Power moved out of range.
Power swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Power looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Power lands a jab to the nose.
Hyang slips a jab from Power.
Power tries to clinch up.#T1#
Hyang swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Hyang connects with a nice looking jab.
Hyang throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Power.
Hyang throws a leg kick
and Power counters with a stiff right hand.
Power defending well as Hyang loads up on a big left hand.
Power misses with a low kick.
Power throws a head kick but Hyang moves out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Hyang as he connects with a hook.
Power misses with an uppercut.
Hyang finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Power tries to clinch up.
Power misses with a body kick.
A jab from Power does it's job there.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hyang swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Power scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hyang doesn't seem bothered though.
Power waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hyang.
Hyang was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hyang ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Power avoids a kick to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Hyang misses the target.
Hyang throws a combination. Power tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#T2#
Hyang throws a leg kick which misses Power's front leg but catches the back leg as Power tries to avoid it.
Hyang misses with an uppercut.
Power throws a jab when Hyang was well out of range.
Hyang throws a leg kick which misses Power's front leg but catches the back leg as Power tries to avoid it.
Power connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hyang.
Power tries to clinch but Hyang moves out of range.
Power throws a leg kick but Hyang sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Hyang connects with a looping right hand.
Hyang walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Power checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Power swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Hyang tries a head kick but it misses.
Hyang tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Hyang.
Power attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Power jabs Hyang right on the nose. Hyang blinks but takes it well.
Hyang has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Power lands the left hand.
Nice uppercut there from Power.
Power tries to clinch but Hyang is having none of it.
Hyang bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Power's head backwards.
Power bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T3#
Power fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hyang checks it well.
Hyang defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Power with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hyang to score with a decent uppercut.
Power checks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Power misses the target.
Hyang lands a jab to the nose.
Hyang throws a head kick but Power moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hyang.
Hyang misses with an uppercut. Power saw that one coming.
Power lands with an overhand left.
Power tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hyang shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Power takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hyang on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Power fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hyang on the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Hyang is just out of range.
Jab from Power.
Power looks to land a right hand but Hyang moved out of range.
Power avoids the head kick by Hyang.
Power is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
Hyang takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Power misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hyang.
Power has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hyang.
Hyang thumps Power with a low kick.
Good leg kick by Hyang there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Hyang fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Power.
Power misses with a hook. Hyang ducked under it nicely.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hyang.
Hyang moves away from the strike by Power.
Power swings for the body but Hyang moves out of range.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hyang.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Power misses with a hook. Hyang ducked under it nicely.
Hyang misses with a body kick.
Power swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power fails with an attempt to clinch.
Power missing with a left hand there. Hyang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hyang loads up on a big right hand but Power slips the punch.
Power scores with a nice strike.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hyang.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Yun Won Hyang will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Power checks a low kick from Hyang.
Jab from Hyang.
A clash of legs there as Power blocks the low kick.
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Hyang is just out of range.
Hyang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hyang moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hyang shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Hyang checks a leg kick nicely.
Power takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Power has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hyang finds it's way round the side to connect with Power's head.
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Power finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hyang moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Power is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Hyang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hyang takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hyang avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Power will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Hyang in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice defenses there by Hyang.#T1#
Power tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hyang appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Power looks to land a combination but Hyang avoids it well.
Power throws a solid leg kick but Hyang takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Power.
Hyang throws a right and a left that Power avoids nicely.
Hyang works over Power's head and body with a nice combination.
Hyang swings for the body but Power moves out of range.
Hyang throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hyang looks to throw a body kick
and Power connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hyang throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hyang uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Power.
Power with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hyang to score with a decent uppercut.
Power tries to clinch up but Hyang circles away and keeps his distance.
Power moves out of range of the strikes.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hyang fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Power checks it well.
Power throws the left hand but Hyang avoids the punch easily.
Hyang looks to throw the jab but Power is out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hyang lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL#
Power has Hyang up against the cage in a clinch. #T2##BC2#
Hyang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Power missing with a left hand there. Hyang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hyang slips under a jab.
Hyang turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hyang throws a shot from downtown. Power moves away and avoids it.
Hyang fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Hyang lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Power fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Power avoids the head kick by Hyang.
Hyang's jab looks to have found its range, popping Power under the eye.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hyang.
Hyang ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and Hyang moves out of range easily.
Hyang looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Power tests Hyang's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Power throws a predictable looking body shot
and Hyang cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Power throws a looping overhand right but Hyang ducks down to avoid it.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Power shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Both fighters circling a little - Hyang finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Hyang staying out of range there.
Hyang takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hyang tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hyang.
Hyang throws out a counter right but Power avoids it with no problem.
Power moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Power checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Hyang ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hyang stalks Power and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Power's face. Power staggers backwards, shaken.
Power just misses with a punch to the body.
Hyang lands with a straight right. Power didn't see that one coming.
Hyang throws a half hearted mid kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Power misses the target.
Power is looking to chop away at Hyang's legs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hyang.
Decent striking displayed by Hyang there.
Hyang misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Hyang throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Power misses its target.
A jab from Hyang does it's job there.
Power connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Yun Won Hyang seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hyang.
Power looks for the body kick but Hyang saw that one coming.
Power throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Hyang throws out a counter right but Power avoids it with no problem.
Power steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hyang.
Power appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hyang moves out of range of the leg kick from Power.
Hyang swats away the attempt to clinch by Power.
Hyang scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hyang throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jab by Hyang.
Hyang lands with a slapping head kick.
Power throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hyang lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yun Won Hyang showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Power throws a right hand that misses
and Hyang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hyang on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Power. Power obviously looking to wear him down.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch but Hyang swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hyang throws a leg kick that misses.
Hyang avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hyang throws a sloppy head kick and Power moves out of range easily.
Power just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Hyang was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sloppy strikes from Hyang. Those never looked like landing.
Hyang throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.
Hyang tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Power is able to avoid easily.
Hyang uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Power.
Hyang looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An inside leg kick from Hyang misses.
Nice defenses there by Hyang.
Hyang fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Hyang lunges at Power with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Power's hand.
Power throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hyang misses the shot to the body. #T1##CL#
Power fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hyang, pushing him back against the cage.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Hyang.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hyang can't break the clinch.
Power blocks a body shot from Hyang. #BC2#
Hyang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hyang throws a front kick aimed at Power's knee but Power avoids it well.
A chopping leg kick lands by Power.
Hyang jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hyang throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
Power misses with a looping right.
Power walks into a straight right hand from Hyang.
Power uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Power bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A swing and a miss from Hyang.
Hyang looks to land a right hand but Power moved out of range.
That kick from Hyang tenderised Power's leg. Power is trying to keep his angry face on.
Geordie Power has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Yun Won Hyang is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Power with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Power misses with a head kick.
Hyang moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hyang avoids the body shot from Power.
Hyang has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Hyang throws a leg kick but Power sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Hyang misses with a right hand
and Power makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Power misses with a hook. Hyang ducked under it nicely.
Hyang throws a sloppy head kick and Power moves out of range easily.
Hyang is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Power.
Hyang lands with a hook. Power tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Power throws a shot from downtown. Hyang moves away and avoids it.
Hyang is looking to slow Power down with leg kicks.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hyang.
An attempted straight right counter from Power misses the target.#CL#
Power gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hyang.
Hyang blocks an uppercut.
Power misses with some punches.
Hyang tries a body shot but Power blocks it. #T3#
Power blocks a body shot from Hyang.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power lands a shot to the body.
Hyang takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hyang blocking some punches.
Power lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hyang takes a shot to the head.
A short body shot lands from Power as the two fighters clinch.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
A body shot lands from Power.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hyang. #BC#
Power breaks from the clinch.
Hyang throws a head kick that misses.
Hyang slips a jab from Power.
A little jabbing left from Hyang on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Power rushes Hyang and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hyang tries to throw a body punch but Power avoids it by throwing Hyang back against the cage.
Power misses with a knee to the head.
Power pushes Hyang back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power lands an elbow inside that Hyang shrugs off. #CUT#
It looks like Yun Won Hyang 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!
Hyang blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Hyang can't find room to land a body shot as Power controls the action.
Power lands a nice uppercut.
Hyang fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power lands with a left to the head.
Hyang avoids a wild elbow strike from Power.
Power working aggressively here.
Hyang misses with the head strike.
Hyang lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hyang blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Hyang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hyang lands with an overhand left.
Power throws a body kick that misses
and Hyang counters with a stiff right hand.
Hyang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
Power defending well as Hyang loads up on a big left hand.
Power throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hyang sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hyang thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hyang slips a straight right by Power.
Hyang catches Power with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!

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 Geordie Power.
I think Hyang 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yun Won Hyang!

 

Event: EFA 78 Power vs Rothbard     
Date:   Jun 23, 2018
#R1##CL#
Power clinches up against the cage.
Rothbard blocks a body shot from Power.
Rothbard blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Power misses with the head strike.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rothbard tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Power lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rothbard backwards.
Power definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Power misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Power breaks from the clinch.
Power throws an overhand right that lands on Rothbard's shoulder, as Rothbard tries to avoid the shot.
Some bone on bone action there as Rothbard checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rothbard looks to land a right hand but Power moved out of range.
Power scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rothbard in his tracks.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Rothbard.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power scores with a sloppy right hand. Rothbard should have avoided that one. #CL#
Power closes the distance and clinches. #T1#
Rothbard tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Power. #BC#
Power pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rothbard looks to throw the jab but Power is out of range.
Power's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rothbard under the eye.
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rothbard.
Rothbard connects with a body shot.
Rothbard throws an overhand right that lands on Power's shoulder, as Power tries to avoid the shot.
Rothbard gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Power slips a jab from Rothbard.
That kick from Power tenderised Rothbard's leg. Rothbard is trying to keep his angry face on.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Power lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Rothbard throws a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power lands a glancing blow to the side of Rothbard's head.
Power pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Rothbard avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Power. That snapped Rothbard's head back.
Power throws the left hand but Rothbard avoids the punch easily.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
Rothbard is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Power with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Power. Rothbard does a little dance to reset his feet.
Power does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Power throws a jab when Rothbard was well out of range.
Rothbard swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rothbard.
Rothbard lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Power backs up against the cage.
A head kick misses from Power.
Rothbard keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Rothbard looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Power throws a nice looking combination but Rothbard bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A slow jab from Rothbard misses its intended target.
Power looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T3#
Crunch! Rothbard slams his shin into Power's torso.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rothbard. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Power attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nice uppercut there from Power.
Power motions for Rothbard to come forward. Power throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rothbard has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rothbard there as he acknowledges the shot.
Power is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Power slips a jab from Rothbard.
Rothbard uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Power.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rothbard! But no joy.
Power misses with a head kick.
It seemed like Rothbard was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Geordie Power seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Power wants to clinch but Rothbard slips to the side
and Power takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rothbard slips under a jab.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Power clinches.
Rothbard lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Rothbard misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Power pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head kick by Power misses
and Rothbard counters with an outside leg kick.
Power misses with a series of wild punches.
Power connects with a single shot there.
Rothbard throws an overhand right that lands on Power's shoulder, as Power tries to avoid the shot.
Power misses the body punch
and Rothbard counters with a left and a right that stings Power.
Rothbard looks to throw the jab but Power is out of range.
Rothbard steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Power. That one must have hurt.
Power misses with a low kick.
A little jabbing left from Rothbard on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Power's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rothbard connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Power scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rothbard connects with a solid leg kick.
Rothbard throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Rothbard thuds his right hand into Power's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromRothbard.
Geordie Power is winning the standup battle so far.
Power throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rothbard looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Power lands a high kick! #CUT#
It looks like Murray Rothbard has been cut.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Power, as that shot connected.
Rothbard defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Rothbard is just out of range.
As Power backs off Rothbard throws a huge counter combo but Power manages to avoid it all.
Power scores with a leg kick.
Rothbard works Power's body with a nice hook.
Power misses with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rothbard throws a front kick aimed at Power's knee but Power avoids it well.
Rothbard ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
Power throws a body kick that misses. #CL#
Power forces Rothbard back against the cage and clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power. #T1#
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rothbard has a couple of punches blocked by Power.
Power working aggressively here.
Rothbard misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rothbard.
Rothbard blocking some punches.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Rothbard uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power blocks an uppercut.
Rothbard blocks a body shot from Power.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rothbard can do to turn this around?
Nice body punch from Power.
Rothbard swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rothbard pressing his opponent against the cage.
Power misses with a punch to the body.
Power scores with a shot to the side of Rothbard's head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rothbard.
Power blocks a body shot from Rothbard.
Rothbard misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short body shot lands from Rothbard as the two fighters clinch. #T2#
Power lands a body punch in the clinch.
Power wants to break free but Rothbard has control.
A hook to the body from Rothbard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rothbard takes an elbow to the forehead.
Rothbard throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Powers head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power lands with a light punch inside.
Rothbard has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Power seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Rothbard can turn it around.
Rothbard blocks a body shot from Power.
Geordie Power has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Power misses with the head strike.
Rothbard misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rothbard can't find room to land a body shot as Power controls the action.
Rothbard misses with a punch on the inside.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Power creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Power misses with the head strike.
Rothbard lands with a short shot to the head.
Power softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Power takes a shot to the head.
Rothbard tries a body shot but Power blocks it.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of Rothbard backwards.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rothbard softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
Rothbard misses with a body punch.
Power blocks a body shot from Rothbard.
Power blocks a body shot from Rothbard.
Rothbard lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Power misses with the head strike.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Power's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rothbard throws a head punch that misses.
Rothbard misses with a punch to the body.
A short uppercut from Power.
A shot in the inside from Rothbard.
Rothbard tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rothbard lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Power or not.
Rothbard lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rothbard blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power misses with a hook to the ribs.
Power lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power prevents a body shot from Rothbard.
Power misses with a knee to the head.
Power with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Rothbard digs a right hand into Power's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Power's gas tank.
Rothbard working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rothbard lands with a left to the head.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power tries to work over Rothbard's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rothbard lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rothbard misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Rothbard.
Power tries to throw a body punch but Rothbard avoids it by throwing Power back against the cage.
Rothbard doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rothbard blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rothbard lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Power tries to work over Rothbard's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rothbard misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rothbard.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rothbard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rothbard lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Murray Rothbard will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Murray Rothbard's cut.
That's time! Power's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Power throws a leg kick but Rothbard checks it.
Rothbard lands a nice shot that snaps Power's head back.
Power misses with a looping right.
Nice straight punches there by Power. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Power.
Rothbard misses with a wild body shot.
Power steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rothbard.
A jab from Power does it's job there.
Power throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Power looking to land some kicks to the body here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power misses with a body shot.
Rothbard slips under a jab from Power.
Power cracks Rothbard with an open hand slap.#CL#
Rothbard tries to keep at a distance but Power has taken the fight into the clinch.#T1#
Rothbard tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Power stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rothbard throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
A short left from Rothbard.
Power can't break the clinch.
Power pushes Rothbard back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #BC#
Power's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rothbard throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rothbard on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Rothbard throws out a loose jab but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rothbard slips under a jab.
A little jabbing left from Rothbard on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Power looks to throw a body kick
and Rothbard counters with an outside leg kick.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rothbard lands the left hand.
Power misses with a combination
and Rothbard connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Power connects with a solid leg kick.
Power looks to land a left hand but Rothbard moved out of range nicely.
Power avoids a kick to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Power lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rothbard circles away quickly and effectively.
Rothbard ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Power gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rothbard.
Power takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Power looks to land a left hand but Rothbard moved out of range nicely.
Power throws a head kick but Rothbard moves out of range.
Power thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rothbard throws out a loose jab but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rothbard throws a nice inside leg kick. #T3#
Rothbard takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Rothbard is just out of range.
A good leg kick by Rothbard.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Power, right into the meat.
Power throws a nice outside leg kick.
Power 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.
Rothbard fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Power has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Power takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Power scores with a hook.
Rothbard moves away from the strike by Power.
Rothbard takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Power uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rothbard.
Power fails with an attempt to clinch. #T4#
Rothbard just misses with a punch to the body.
Rothbard moves out of range as Power throws a body kick.
A nice side step and Rothbard releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fight stays on the outside here - Power looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rothbard slips a straight right by Power.
Power wants to clinch.
A leg kick checked by Rothbard.
Power 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.
Power avoids the head kick by Rothbard.
Power throws out a token jab with nothing on it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Geordie Power showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Power 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 John Mangel scores the fight 30:28
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:28
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

After the fight, Geordie Power 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: EFA 70 Kingi vs The Human     
Date:   Jun 02, 2018
#R1#
Power misses with a wild body shot.
Dresden shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Power as he jumps to the side.
Dresden gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Power counters with a nice body shot.
A left lands for Dresden.
Power connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dresden momentarily.
Power misses the shot to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Power, as that shot connected.
Power takes a swing at Dresden's ribcage but misses.
Power lands with a shot to the body.
Power looks to land a right hand but Dresden moved out of range.
Power fails to land with a series of punches.
Power throws a sloppy body shot
and Dresden counters with a stiff 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!
Dresden misses with a two punch combination.
Power 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. #T1#
Dresden avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dresden tries to clinch but Power is having none of it.
Dresden 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.
Geordie Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Power throws a hook to the side of Dresden's head but Dresden sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power is looking to wear down Dresden with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Dresden moves forwards but Power connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Power's corner calls for a 1-2. Power obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Power looks to land a left hand but Dresden moved out of range nicely.
As Power backs off Dresden throws a huge counter combo but Power manages to avoid it all.
Power paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
No luck for Dresden with that takedown attempt.
Geordie Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lakoj Dresden.
Dresden takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A low kick from Power is predictable there #TD2#
and Dresden decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Power's guard.
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.#ES#
Power has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Dresden off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Nice uppercut there from Power.#T2#
Dresden throws a right and a left that both miss.
Power swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Power throws a leg kick but Dresden checks it.
Power looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Power throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Power throws a leg kick #TD2#
so Dresden counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Power looking for a sweep. Not yet Power, not yet.
Power controlling the position.
Power working a defensive guard here.
Power utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Power tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Power keeping moving, preventing Dresden from controlling successfully.
Power on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Power tries to get out of the position.
Power utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Power controls Dresden momentarily but Dresden frees himself.
Dresden wants to control from the top but Power keeps moving.
Dresden has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dresden postures up in Power's guard and throws a big left but Power blocks it.
Dresden is looking to work some ground and pound but Power has wrist control.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Power wants to stand and escape but Dresden is having none of it.
Dresden is pushing down on Power's leg trying to pass to half guard. Power is fighting to maintain full guard but Dresden has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Dresden is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Power sees it coming and defends easily.#SU2#
Dresden decides to stand and escape the position.
Dresden takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Power throws a solid leg kick but Dresden takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Power.
Power lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #TD2#
Dresden 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.
Dresden won't allow Power to get back to his feet.
Dresden is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
That's time! Power's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Power misses the shot to the body.
Dresden lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Dresden has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Power misses with a low kick.
Dresden checks a leg kick nicely.
A slapping leg kick lands for Power.
It looks like Power has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
A looping hook to the body misses from Power. Dresden does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dresden tries for a takedown but Power circles away easily
and Power counters with a straight right hand.
Dresden fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Power just misses with a punch to the body.
Dresden drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Power defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power misses with a body shot.
Power misses with a kick to the body #CL2#
and Dresden counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dresden.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Dresden controls his hands. #TD2#
Dresden has clasped his hands together around Power's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #ES#
Power sneaks out the side door and pushes Dresden away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T1##CL2#
Dresden gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dresden backwards.
Power softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Power misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dresden.
Power misses with some punches.
Dresden is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dresden has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Power avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Geordie Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lakoj Dresden.
Nice elbow from Power.
Dresden blocking some punches.
Dresden prevents a body shot from Power.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dresden.
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!
Dresden is looking to break free of the clinch but Power has double underhooks.
Dresden goes for a takedown in the clinch but Power prevents it.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Dresden is working for takedown but Power is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC2#
Dresden breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Power connects with a body shot that sends Dresden's belly button to the back.
Dresden walks into a straight right hand from Power.
A bone on bone clash there as Dresden blocks the leg kick.
Dresden swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Geordie Power is winning the standup battle so far.
Power scores with a jab to the body.
Dresden takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dresden with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Power to score with a decent uppercut.
Dresden closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Sloppy strikes from Dresden. Those never looked like landing.
Dresden avoids the head kick by Power.
Dresden takes one on the button.
Power throws a leg kick but Dresden sees it coming and checks it nicely. #TD2#
Dresden shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Power's guard.#T3#
Power is looking to stand up but Dresden isn't so interested in that idea.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dresden accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dresden is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Dresden is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Dresden looking to pass the guard.
Dresden loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dresden working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dresden postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lakoj Dresden has got the better of the ground game so far.#ES#
Power scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Dresden lands a glancing blow to the side of Power's head.
Dresden dives in and grabs Power's left leg, looking for a takedown. Power pushes down on Dresden's head and hops out.
Dresden fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Power on the side of the head.
Lakoj Dresden is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dresden is trying hard to land a takedown here. Power sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Power keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Power throwing a counter right hand but Dresden manages to avoid it.
An inside leg kick lands from Power.
Power throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Dresden holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Power prevents a takedown attempt there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
A jab from Power misses.
Dresden is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Dresden fails with the takedown
and Power counters with a straight right hand.#TD2#
Dresden 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.
Dresden preventing the sweep.
Dresden controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dresden throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Dresden manages to pass to side control.
Power wants to get back to full guard.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dresden can do to turn this around?#T1#
Dresden is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Power is looking for a sweep. Dresden is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Power is staying active underneath Dresden, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Power trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Dresden manages to pass to mount!
Power has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Dresden's lack of action.
Power won't allow Dresden to pass to mount. #T2#
Power is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Dresden scores with a couple of nice shots.
Power knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dresden on the ground.
Power looks like he's trying to stand up.
Dresden trying to control the pace.
Power is in trouble now - Dresden has advanced to mount!
Dresden looking to finish Power with some ground and pound. This is bad for Power!
Lakoj Dresden has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Power's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Power tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dresden lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Dresden lands a heavy elbow.
Power is looking to get to half guard.
Dresden lands a big shot there that rocks Power but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dresden punishing his opponent with strikes. #T4#
Power keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Power tries to hold on but Dresden postures up.#SUB2#
Dresden is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Power can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Dresden sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Power tries to reverse the position but Dresden maintains control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lakoj Dresden comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Power 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

Geordie Power bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: EFA 55 Vermeulen vs Power     
Date:   Apr 25, 2018
#R1#
Power misses with a straight right.
Vermeulen slips a straight right by Power.
Power throws a one two combo.
We've been hearing reports that Vermeulen has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Power ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Power throws a looping overhand right but Vermeulen ducks down to avoid it.
Power cracks Vermeulen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Vermeulen misses with a wild body shot.
Vermeulen swings for the body but Power moves out of range.
Power throws a body shot but no joy.
Power on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Vermeulen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Power momentarily.
Power cracks the inside of Vermeulen's front leg.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Vermeulen.
Power staying out of range there.
Geordie Power seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A low kick from Power is predictable there
and Vermeulen counters with a straight right hand.
Vermeulen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Power manages to avoid it.
Vermeulen blocks a leg kick.
Power connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
A combination from Power does no damage.
Vermeulen slips a straight right by Power.
Power turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Power wants to slow Vermeulen down by chopping away at his legs.
Power missing with a left hand there. Vermeulen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Power misses with a straight right.
Vermeulen avoids the head kick by Power.
Vermeulen moves out of range of the strikes.
A nice leg kick lands there from Power.
Power takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The fighters circling - Vermeulen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vermeulen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Power. Power obviously looking to wear him down.
Power throws a low kick but Vermeulen avoids it.
Power has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Vermeulen finds it's way round the side to connect with Power's head.
Power misses with a few strikes there.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Power 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 Vermeulen has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Vermeulen and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T2#
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Power throws a leg kick but Vermeulen moved away.
Power loads up on a big right hand but Vermeulen slips the punch.
Power misses with a lunging right hand
and Vermeulen counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Vermeulen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Power.
A big right from Vermeulen misses.
Power jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vermeulen slips a jab and a cross from Power.
Power throws a leg kick but Vermeulen sees it coming and moves out of range.
A clash of legs there as Vermeulen blocks the low kick.
Power needs to keep his hands up - Vermeulen had a free shot at his head there.
Vermeulen keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Power scores with a leg kick.
Power throws a body kick that misses
and Power takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Power attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Vermeulen throws a big counter combination but Power scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Power throws a lazy right hand but Vermeulen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Vermeulen staying out of range there.
As Power looks to move away, Vermeulen throws a big counter combo but Power just gets out of the way.
Vermeulen moves out of range of the leg kick from Power.
Power throws a head kick but Vermeulen moves out of range.
Vermeulen checks a low kick from Power.
Vermeulen jabs at Power's body.
Vermeulen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vermeulen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Power will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Power wants to slow Vermeulen down by chopping away at his legs.
A bone on bone clash there as Vermeulen blocks the leg kick.
Power attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Power looks to throw the jab but Vermeulen is out of range.
Power walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Power throws a front kick aimed at Vermeulen's knee but Vermeulen avoids it well.
Power connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Power throws a leg kick
enabling Vermeulen to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Power throws a lazy uppercut
and Vermeulen counters with a nice uppercut.
Power misses with the combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Vermeulen's calf.
Vermeulen tests Power's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Vermeulen lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Power circles away quickly and effectively.
Power misses with a lunging right hand
and Power takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Power dodges the punch combination from Vermeulen.
Vermeulen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Power takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Vermeulen is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Power swings widly with a right hand
and Vermeulen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vermeulen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Power throws out the jab.
Power lands with a thumping leg kick.
Vermeulen misses the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Geordie Power will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Vermeulen lands the left hand.
Power throws a leg kick
enabling Vermeulen to counter with a crisp jab.
Power thows a leg kick but Vermeulen checks it
and Vermeulen counters with a nice body shot.
Power throws a combination that misses
and Vermeulen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Power with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Vermeulen misses with a body shot.
Vermeulen dodges the punch combination from Power.
It looked like Vermeulen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vermeulen scores with a nice strike.
A big left from Vermeulen misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vermeulen misses with a straight left.
Power throws a front kick aimed at Vermeulen's knee but Vermeulen avoids it well.
Power tried to score with a low kick but Vermeulen checks it.
Power throws a poor cross that misses
and Vermeulen counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Power connects with a solid leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice inside leg kick there by Power. That's going to slow Vermeulen down. #T1#
Vermeulen throws a hook to the side of Power's head but Power sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big left from Vermeulen misses.
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Vermeulen on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Power. Vermeulen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vermeulen is looking to counter punch.
Power throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vermeulen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Vermeulen throws out a loose jab but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vermeulen.
Jab by Power.
Vermeulen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
Vermeulen chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Power can pounce on him.
Power misses with a hook
and Vermeulen counters with a left and a right that stings Power.
Vermeulen lands a jab to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power slips a jab from Vermeulen.
Power tries to land a front kick but Vermeulen steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Vermeulen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Power moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
Vermeulen misses the jab.
Power was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Vermeulen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Power thumps Vermeulen with a low kick.
Vermeulen throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.
The fighters circling - Vermeulen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vermeulen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Vermeulen misses with an uppercut.
Vermeulen scores with a jab to the body.
A jab lands there for Power.
Power misses with a lunging right hand
and Vermeulen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Power connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Power tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vermeulen was well out of range. Poor timing from Power.
Power steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vermeulen.#T3#
Vermeulen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Vermeulen misses with a combination
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
Vermeulen is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Power lands with a cross.
Vermeulen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Power fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vermeulen manages to avoid it.
Vermeulen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Power. Power obviously looking to wear him down.
Power throws a sloppy head kick
and Power takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vermeulen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Vermeulen.
Power cracks Vermeulen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Vermeulen scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Power avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hendrik Vermeulen is winning the standup battle so far.
A big right from Power misses.
Vermeulen throws a jab when Power was well out of range.
Power swings widly with a right hand
and Vermeulen counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Vermeulen.
Vermeulen misses with a two punch combination.
Power moves out of range of the strikes.
Power throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vermeulen counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Vermeulen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Power.
A big left from Vermeulen misses.
Power lands a head shot.
Vermeulen misses with a wild body shot.
Vermeulen staying out of range there.
Vermeulen throws a shot from downtown. Power moves away and avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vermeulen. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vermeulen loads up on a big right hand but Power slips the punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power throws a lazy uppercut
and Vermeulen counters with a stiff right hand.
Power moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vermeulen.
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vermeulen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hendrik Vermeulen dominated that second 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.
#R3#
Vermeulen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Power loads up on a big right hand but Vermeulen slips the punch.
Vermeulen lands with a straight right. Power didn't see that one coming.
Vermeulen throws a jab when Power was well out of range.
Power connects with a leg kick. Vermeulen looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Power fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Vermeulen on the side of the head.
Power has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Power connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Vermeulen misses with a looping right.
Vermeulen listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Vermeulen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vermeulen works Power's body with a nice hook.
Vermeulen slips a straight right by Power.
Power throws a shot from downtown. Vermeulen moves away and avoids it.
Power dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Vermeulen. That did some damage!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power misses with a leg kick
and Vermeulen counters with a nice uppercut.
Power takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Vermeulen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vermeulen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Power throws a hook to the side of Vermeulen's head but Vermeulen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vermeulen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Vermeulen lands a nice looking body shot.
Power scoring well with a low kick there.
Power is looking to score with low kicks.
Vermeulen throws a lazy right hand but Power sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vermeulen throws a jab when Power was well out of range.
Power misses with a body kick.
Vermeulen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Power swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Vermeulen is looking to counter punch.
Vermeulen misses with an uppercut
and Power counters with a left to the body.
Power throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Vermeulen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Power tries a quick counter leg kick but Vermeulen is wise to it.#T2#
Vermeulen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Power.
Power lands a head kick. Vermeulen smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Power takes one to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Vermeulen takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vermeulen defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Vermeulen.
Vermeulen is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
Power cracks Vermeulen with a right hand to the side of the head.
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vermeulen moves away from the strike by Power.
No joy there for Vermeulen, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vermeulen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Vermeulen staying out of range there.
Power throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Power takes one on the button.#T3#
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Vermeulen is just out of range.
Vermeulen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Power.
Power jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Power missing with a left hand there. Vermeulen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Power misses with a hook.
An attempted straight right counter from Vermeulen misses the target.
Power misses with a hook
enabling Vermeulen to counter with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Power.
An attempted straight right counter from Vermeulen misses the target.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vermeulen.
A punch lands to the side of Power 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Power fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Power lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
That kick from Power tenderised Vermeulen's leg. Vermeulen is trying to keep his angry face on.
Vermeulen punishes Power's body with a nice straight punch.
Vermeulen fails to land with a series of punches.
Power is looking for the big counter here.
Power jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Vermeulen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vermeulen misses with a looping right.
Power appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A low kick from Power misses
and Vermeulen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vermeulen throws a jab but it's blocked by Power.
Power cracks Vermeulen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Power connects with an inside leg kick.
Vermeulen misses with a straight right.
Vermeulen takes one to the chin there.
Vermeulen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Power takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Vermeulen slips a jab and a cross from Power.
A jab from Power does it's job there.
Vermeulen misses with a hook. Power ducked under it nicely.
Power throws a lazy right hand but Vermeulen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vermeulen avoids the head kick by Power.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Geordie Power just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Vermeulen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Vermeulen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Power.
Power motions for Vermeulen to come forward. Power throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A big right from Vermeulen misses.
Power loads up on a big right hand but Vermeulen slips the punch.
Power walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Vermeulen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A telegraphed right hand from Vermeulen misses the target.
Vermeulen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Power.
Power swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Vermeulen checks a leg kick.
Vermeulen throwing a counter right hand but Power manages to avoid it.
Vermeulen ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Vermeulen checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Power misses.
Vermeulen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vermeulen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Vermeulen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Power manages to avoid it.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vermeulen.#T1#
Power throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Vermeulen misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Power! But no joy.
Vermeulen blocks a jab.
Power looks to throw the jab but Vermeulen is out of range.
It looked like Vermeulen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Power attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Power throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vermeulen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Power.
Vermeulen digs a good body shot into Power's ribs.
Vermeulen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Power displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vermeulen throws out the jab.
A big left from Vermeulen misses.
Vermeulen slips a jab from Power.
That kick from Power tenderised Vermeulen's leg. Vermeulen is trying to keep his angry face on.
Vermeulen's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Vermeulen duly obliges.
Power misses with a leg kick
enabling Vermeulen to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Power throws a jab but it's blocked by Vermeulen.
Power misses with a head kick.
Vermeulen chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Power can pounce on him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power misses with a lunging right hand
and Vermeulen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vermeulen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Power. Power obviously looking to wear him down.
Vermeulen throws a jab but it's blocked by Power.
Power bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vermeulen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Power ducks under a wild hook from Vermeulen.
Power throws a right and a left that both miss.
Vermeulen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
Vermeulen lands a nice hook to Power's body. Power takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A slow jab from Vermeulen misses its intended target.
Vermeulen uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Power has time to react.#T3#
Vermeulen looks to land a right hand but Power moved out of range.
Vermeulen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Power.
Power throws a head kick that misses
and Vermeulen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Power misses with a lunging right hand
and Vermeulen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Some wild striking there from Power.
Power misses with a hook
and Vermeulen counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Vermeulen blocks a jab.
Vermeulen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Power.
Power throws a leg kick that misses.
Vermeulen stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Power throws a leg kick but Vermeulen sees it coming and moves out of range.
Vermeulen misses with a double jab
and Power counters with a slapping leg kick.
Power misses with a jab, cross combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Vermeulen misses the target.#T4#
Power slips under a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power tries to land a leg kick but Vermeulen saw it coming and moves away.
Vermeulen misses with a straight right.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Vermeulen.
Power feints a counter leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Vermeulen. Beautiful body shot.
Power slips a jab from Vermeulen.
Power misses with a straight right.
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Power attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Vermeulen misses with a hook. Power ducked under it nicely.
Power wants to land a leg kick but Vermeulen is out of range.
Power with a hook.
Power throws a leg kick but Vermeulen checks it.
Vermeulen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Power feints a counter leg kick.
Power throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vermeulen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Hendrik Vermeulen will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Vermeulen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Power.
Power misses with an uppercut. Vermeulen saw that one coming.
No joy there for Vermeulen, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vermeulen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Vermeulen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vermeulen lands an overhand right.
Vermeulen scores with a sloppy right hand. Power should have avoided that one.
Power dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Vermeulen. That did some damage!
Vermeulen lands with an uppercut that bounces Power off the cage and back into range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vermeulen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vermeulen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vermeulen backing away here, and Power unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Power moves away from the strike by Vermeulen.
Vermeulen throws a series of punches but Power avoids them all with ease.
Power connects with an inside leg kick.#T1#
Vermeulen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Power loads up on a big right hand but Vermeulen slips the punch.
The fighters circling - Vermeulen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Power connects with a leg kick. Vermeulen looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Power blocks a jab.
Power let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Power takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Power cracks Vermeulen with a right hand to the side of the head.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Power 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 Vermeulen has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Vermeulen and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Power lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Power tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vermeulen.
Power appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Vermeulen moves out of range of the leg kick from Power.
Power scores with the left hand. Vermeulen knows he should have avoided that one.
Vermeulen scores with a hook to the body. Power takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T2#
Power throws a leg kick
and Vermeulen counters with a straight right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Power buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Vermeulen cracks Power with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Power throws a big shot that misses.
Power throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Vermeulen counter with a right hand.
Vermeulen lands with a nice combination. Power backs away looking to recover.
A nice inside leg kick there by Power. That's going to slow Vermeulen down.
Good leg kick by Power there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Vermeulen is just out of range.
Vermeulen takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A low kick from Power is predictable there
and Vermeulen counters with a stiff right hand.
Good exchange - Vermeulen coming out on top.
Some wild striking there from Vermeulen. #T3#
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Power misses with a few strikes there.
Power defending well as Vermeulen loads up on a big left hand.
Vermeulen misses with a straight left.
Vermeulen avoids the head kick by Power.
Power fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Vermeulen is out of range.
A head kick misses from Power.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Vermeulen.
Vermeulen lands with a shot to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Power.
A punch combination from Vermeulen misses.
Vermeulen loads up on a big right hand but Power slips the punch.
Vermeulen lands a head shot.
Power throws the kick towards the body but Vermeulen avoids it.#T4#
Vermeulen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vermeulen scores with a jab to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Power.
Vermeulen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Power.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice straight punches there by Power. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Power.
Power throws out a loose jab but Vermeulen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vermeulen throws a jab but it's blocked by Power.
Power throws a leg kick that misses.
Vermeulen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Power throws a series of punches but Vermeulen avoids them all with ease.
Power lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Left hook, right uppercut from Vermeulen.
Vermeulen lands a really nice looking cross but Power seems unphased.
Power throws out a powerful jab.

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 Hendrik Vermeulen.
Well Vermeulen 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 48:47
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 48:47
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hendrik Vermeulen!

Hendrik Vermeulen retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Hendrik Vermeulen rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: EFA 41 Pavlov vs Kubota     
Date:   Mar 24, 2018
#R1#
Fjera thows a body kick. Power tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Fjera circles away from the clinch attempt.
Fjera throws a quick counter kick to the body but Power avoids it.#CL2#
Power pushes Fjera up against the cage in a clinch.
Power lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fjera backwards.
Power blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Fjera tries to throw a body punch but Power avoids it by throwing Fjera back against the cage.
Fjera tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Power's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Fjera pushes Power back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power prevents a body shot from Fjera.
With the fighters up against the cage, Power throws an elbow but misses.
Fjera blocks a body shot from Power.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fjera misses with the head strike.
Fjera is trying to break free.
A short uppercut from Power.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Fjera jumps into guard, dragging Power to the mat.
Power is looking to stand up but Fjera won't let him.
Power postures up.
Power wants to get up but he can't break Fjera's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Fjera looking to control. #T1#
Power has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Fjera is proving hard to escape from.
Fjera controlling Power's posture.
Fjera looking to control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A decent looking cross lands there for Power.
Power tries to clinch up but Fjera circles away and keeps his distance.
Geordie Power seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fjera looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A little jabbing left from Power on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fjera walks into a straight right hand from Power.#CL2#
Power moves into the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Power scores with a nice short uppercut.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fjera prevents a body shot from Power.
Fjera misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Power scores with a shot to the side of Fjera's head.
Fjera misses with the head strike.
Fjera misses with a knee to the head.
Power blocks a body shot from Fjera. #BC#
Fjera breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice jab there from Power.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice uppercut there from Power.#CL2#
Power drives through and clinches with Fjera against the cage.
Power digs a right hand into Fjera's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fjera's gas tank.
Fjera tries to break free but Power pushes him back against the cage.
Fjera tries to work over Power's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Fjera fails to land.
Fjera swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fjera.
Power stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fjera.
Fjera tries to break the clinch but Power is controlling the position.
Power gets through Fjera's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Power lands a shoulder strike.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Power with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T3#
Fjera misses with a body punch.
Fjera lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Power or not.
Power works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Fjera.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
Power misses with some punches.
Power blocks a body shot from Fjera.
Fjera on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A short right from Power on the inside.
A body shot lands from Power.
Fjera blocks the elbow strike.
I was talking to Fjera's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A short uppercut from Fjera.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fjera misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Power lands a left hand.
Fjera with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Power.
A short right from Power on the inside.
Fjera prevents a body shot from Power.
A shot in the inside from Power. #ROC2#
Fjera is rocked!
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Power throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Power pushes Fjera back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Oh Fjera is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fjera throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Power blocks it with crossed arms.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fjera.
Fjera seems to have got his legs back now.
Power working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Power.
Fjera is breathing heavily.
Fjera working aggressively here.
Fjera working aggressively here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fjera prevents a body shot from Power.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of Fjera backwards.
Power works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Power works on Fjera's body with a couple of short punches.
Power working some nice short punches in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power 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#
Fjera drops his hands momentarily. Power doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Fjera staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Fjera doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Geordie Power!
In his post fight interview, Geordie Power started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: Gladiators 76 Mace v Knox 3     
Date:   Feb 09, 2018
#R1#
Some wild striking there from Power.
Petrovs is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nice jab there from Power.
Petrovs goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Power scores with a shot to the body.
Power listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL2#
Petrovs has closed the distance and engaged Power in a clinch.
Petrovs tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Power pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Petrovs misses with a two punch combination.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Petrovs! But no joy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Petrovs lands a right hook to the body.
Power waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Petrovs.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
Power connects with the punch.
Power fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Petrovs looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T1#
Petrovs is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Power.
Power tries to clinch there but Petrovs circles away.
Power throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Petrovs misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Power is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Power misses the jab.
Power rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Petrovs moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Petrovs is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Petrovs takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Petrovs.
Petrovs avoids the head kick by Power.
Power getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Power fails in his attempt to clinch.
Petrovs walks into a straight right hand from Power.
Petrovs takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Power throws a leg kick that is checked
and Power takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Power fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Petrovs looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big left from Power misses.
It seemed like Petrovs was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Power scores with a body shot.
Petrovs slips under a jab from Power.
Petrovs misses with a hook.
Petrovs stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Power.
Power fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Power misses the shot to the body.
Power tries to clinch but Petrovs moves out of range.
Power connects with a high kick.
Power swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Petrovs cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Petrovs stuns Power with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Power fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Petrovs on the side of the head.#T3#
Petrovs uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Power.
Power connects with a looping right hand.
Power swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Power has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Power there as he acknowledges the shot.
Power scores with a nice right hand.
Power throws a body shot but no joy.
Petrovs throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.
Petrovs looks to land a combination but Power avoids it well.
A telegraphed right hand from Petrovs misses the target.
Petrovs throws a lazy right hand but Power sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Geordie Power seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petrovs on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A jab from Power does it's job there.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
Despite the aggression on Petrovs's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Petrovs fails with an attempt to clinch.
Power is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
Power moves out of range as Petrovs strikes.
It looks like Power has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
A left lands for Power.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petrovs misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Petrovs takes a jab right on the kisser.
Petrovs throws a hook but Power blocks it.
Power half committed to a counter leg kick.
Petrovs avoids a punch combination nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Petrovs! But no joy.
Power's jab looks to have found its range, popping Petrovs under the eye.
Petrovs throws a shot from downtown. Power moves away and avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Power on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Petrovs throws a looping overhand right but Power ducks down to avoid it.
Power displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Petrovs throws out the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power lands a body shot.
Power fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Petrovs looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Petrovs takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Power throws a one two combo.
Power finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Power throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Petrovs stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Petrovs.
Power throws an off balance right hand
and Petrovs counters with a one-two to the body.
Petrovs closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Petrovs pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Petrovs scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Geordie Power is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petrovs thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL#
Petrovs gets tackled into the cage by Power. Power maintains the clinch.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Petrovs in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Power tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Petrovs's elbow.
Power lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Petrovs'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.
Petrovs lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Power backwards. #T1#
Power tries to work over Petrovs's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Power manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Power has taken the fight to the clinch.
Petrovs's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Petrovs tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Power is working Petrovs over against the cage.
Petrovs working aggressively here.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Petrovs can do to turn this around?
Power lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Petrovs controls his hands.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Petrovs misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Power pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Petrovs bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Petrovs lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Power throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power lands with a cross. #T2#
Petrovs shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Power lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Power connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Petrovs momentarily.
A big left from Petrovs misses.
Power getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Power looks to throw the jab but Petrovs is out of range.
Power lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Power missing with a left hand there. Petrovs was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Petrovs lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Power at a distance.
A swing and a miss from Petrovs.
An attempted straight right counter from Power misses the target.
Petrovs misses with an uppercut.
Power misses with a lunging right hand
and Petrovs counters with a nice uppercut.
Petrovs avoids the head kick by Power.
A jab from Power misses.
Petrovs looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Power throws a nice head kick! #T3#
Power with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A jab from Petrovs misses.
Power misses with a jab to the body
and Petrovs counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Power misses with an uppercut
and Petrovs counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Power throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Petrovs misses the jab.
Power throws a solid leg kick but Petrovs takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Power.
Power tries to clinch up but Petrovs circles away and keeps his distance.
Petrovs is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Power with a body shot.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Petrovs paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Petrovs is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Power with a body shot.
A shot to the liver by Petrovs. Beautiful body shot.
Power missing with a left hand there. Petrovs was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Power lands a body punch in the clinch. #T4#
Petrovs blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Petrovs lands a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Still in the clinch, Petrovs scores with a nice short uppercut.
Petrovs taking a breather.
Power wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Petrovs has him pressed against the cage.
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Petrovs is looking to control Power's arms but Power gets an underhook and turns him. Now Petrovs has his back to the cage.
A short right from Petrovs on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Petrovs.
Power misses with a hook to the ribs.
Petrovs'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.
Power avoiding damage as Petrovs throws knees to the body.
Geordie Power has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Petrovs.
Power wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Petrovs has him pressed against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Petrovs - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Power has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Power darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Petrovs takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A telegraphed right hand from Petrovs misses the target.
Power slips under a jab from Petrovs.
Petrovs looks to land a right hand but Power moved out of range.
Petrovs misses with an uppercut. Power saw that one coming.
Power throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Petrovs throws out a counter right but Power avoids it with no problem.
Power misses with an uppercut.
Power defending well as Petrovs loads up on a big left hand.
Petrovs has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Petrovs scores with a decent looking hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrovs ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Petrovs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Power misses with a wild body shot.
Power connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Power misses with a straight right. #T1#
Petrovs looks to throw the jab but Power is out of range. #CL#
Power moves into the clinch.
Petrovs lands with a light punch inside.
Petrovs scores a nice knee to the body.
Still in the clinch, Power scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Petrovs makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Petrovs swings wildly with an uppercut but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Power.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Petrovs.
A short right from Petrovs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A right handed body shot lands from Power.
Petrovs working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Power breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T2#
Power connects with a solid leg kick.
Power cracks Petrovs with a right hand to the side of the head.
Petrovs throws an off balance right hand
letting Power counter with a right hand.
Power defending well as Petrovs loads up on a big left hand.
Power swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Petrovs throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Petrovs throws a right and a left that both miss.
Power throws a nice looking combination but Petrovs bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Petrovs avoids the head kick by Power.
Power tries to clinch up.
Power throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Power lands with a nice body punch.
Power connects with the punch.
Petrovs might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A head kick misses from Power.
Good standup being displayed there by Petrovs as he connects with a hook.#T3#
Power throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Petrovs sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Petrovs looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Petrovs closes the distance and lands a one-two.
A swing and a miss from Petrovs.
Power is looking to counter the offense by Petrovs and move into the clinch.
Petrovs slips under a jab.
Power scores with a nice head shot.
That kick from Power tenderised Petrovs's leg. Petrovs is trying to keep his angry face on.
Power punishes Petrovs's body with a nice straight punch.
Petrovs throws out a loose jab but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kaspars Petrovs has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Petrovs takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Petrovs blocks a head kick by Power.
Power lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petrovs looks to land a right hand but Power moved out of range.
A jab from Power misses. #T4#
Petrovs misses with a straight right.
Power catches Petrovs with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Petrovs throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Power on the side of the head.
Power works the jab nicely.
Power just misses with a punch to the body.
Power scores with a nice strike.#CL#
Power gets a clinch.
Petrovs blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Petrovs will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Power up against the cage.
Power blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Petrovs blocking some punches.
Petrovs lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Petrovs has a couple of punches blocked by Power.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Petrovs avoiding damage as Power throws knees to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Geordie Power showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Power 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

Geordie Power 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: Gladiators 72 Petrovs v Mirage     
Date:   Jan 12, 2018
#R1#
Power waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Van Buren.
Van Buren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Power.
It looked like Van Buren wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Power keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Power looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Power throws a hook to the side of Van Buren's head but Van Buren sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Van Buren looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Power scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Van Buren uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Power.
Nice jab there from Power.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Van Buren slips a jab from Power.
Power feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Van Burens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Van Buren throws a quick inside leg kick.
Power walks into a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Buren. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Power misses with a looping right.
Van Buren is looking to land body kicks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
Van Buren misses with a looping left.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch but Van Buren swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Power misses with an uppercut.
Van Buren fires out a quick counter leg kick but Power just manages to avoid it.
Power gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Van Buren.#T1#
Power lands a jab to the nose.
Power scores with the left hand. Van Buren knows he should have avoided that one.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Van Buren.
Van Buren misses with a body punch
and Power connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Power misses with a right hand
and Van Buren counters with a nice low kick that buckles Power's knee momentarily.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and Van Buren moves out of range easily.
Power might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Van Buren connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Power's hands.
Van Buren takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Van Buren lands with a thumping leg kick.
Van Buren scores with a jab to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power misses with a head kick.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
A quick step to the side and Van Buren tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Left hook, right uppercut from Power.
Power swinging wildly here.
Van Buren uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Power.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up but Van Buren swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Good standup being displayed there by Van Buren as he connects with a hook.#T2#
Van Buren connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Van Buren throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Power lands a jab.
Van Buren throws a nice outside leg kick.
Power throws a sloppy head kick and Van Buren moves out of range easily.
Van Buren fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Power.
Van Buren ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Van Buren throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Van Buren lands an overhand right.
Nice defenses there by Van Buren.
Van Buren displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
The fight stays on the outside here - Power looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Van Buren swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Power misses with a hook
and Van Buren counters with a nice low kick that buckles Power's knee momentarily.
Van Buren misses with a body kick.
Power tries to clinch but Van Buren moves away
and Van Buren counters with a nice uppercut.
Joost Van Buren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Power fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Van Buren on the side of the head.#T3#
Van Buren missing with a left hand there. Power was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Van Buren closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Van Buren defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Power doesn't manage to clinch there - Van Buren circles away.
Power throws a hook to the side of Van Buren's head but Van Buren sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power connects with a looping right hand.
Van Buren lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Van Buren lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Power circles away quickly and effectively.
Van Buren fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A big right from Power misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Power looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Van Buren blocks a jab.
Power uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Van Buren.
Power connects with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Power has taken the fight to the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Van Buren's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4#
Power takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Power lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Van Buren with a nice cross.
Power connects with a good right hand that stumbles Van Buren. Van Buren circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Van Buren shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Power loads up on a big right hand but Van Buren slips the punch.
Power throws a jab but it's blocked by Van Buren.
A slow jab from Van Buren misses its intended target.
Van Buren throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Van Buren throws a head kick that misses.
Power avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Power takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Van Buren breaks the clinch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Van Buren lands a body shot.
Power thows a left - swing and a miss!
A looping hook to the body misses from Power. Van Buren does a little dance to reset his feet.
Power on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
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 Joost Van Buren will probably get the nod.
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#
Power with a nice cross.
Power's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Power uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Van Buren.
Power bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Van Buren uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Power.
Van Buren lands a jab to Power's midsection.
Van Buren throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Power has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Van Buren finds it's way round the side to connect with Power's head.
Van Buren slips a jab from Power.
Van Buren will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Power.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Buren connects with the punch.
Power throws an overhand right that lands on Van Buren's shoulder, as Van Buren tries to avoid the shot.
Van Buren fires out a quick counter leg kick but Power just manages to avoid it.
Van Buren dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Power. That did some damage!
Van Buren fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
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!#CL2#
Power has closed the distance and engaged Van Buren in a clinch.
Van Buren struggles to land a body shot inside as Power controls his hands. #T1#
Power misses with some punches.
Van Buren blocks a body shot from Power.
Van Buren tries a body shot but Power blocks it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A short right from Power.
Van Buren has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Buren scores with a shoulder strike.
Power prevents a body shot from Van Buren.
Power lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Van Buren.
Power goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Buren tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Van Buren. #BC#
Van Buren breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Power takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Power loads up on a big right hand but Van Buren slips the punch.
Van Buren looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Power tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Power looks to land a right hand but Van Buren moved out of range.
Power pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Buren misses with a right hand
and Van Buren takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Power on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Van Buren throws a jab but it's blocked by Power.
Power raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Power connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Van Buren throws a looping overhand right but Power ducks down to avoid it.
Power takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nice defenses there by Van Buren.
Power misses with a hook. Van Buren ducked under it nicely.
Van Buren throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Van Buren - that will leave a mark!
Power connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Power lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Van Buren circles away quickly and effectively.
Power slips a jab and a cross from Van Buren.
Power pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Van Buren lands a nice leg kick that just misses Power's sensitive parts. #T3#
Van Buren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
Power needs to keep his hands up - Van Buren had a free shot at his head there.
Power takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Van Buren throws a jab but it's blocked by Power.
A jab from Van Buren finds it's way through Power's defenses.
Van Buren scores with the left hand. Power knows he should have avoided that one.
Power on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Power has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Power is looking to clinch.
Power on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Van Buren ducks under a wild hook from Power.
A big right from Power misses.
Van Buren buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Van Buren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Power misses with a lunging right hand
and Van Buren counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice body punch from Van Buren.
Joost Van Buren is winning the standup battle so far.
Van Buren cracks Power with a good jab.
Power throws a head kick that misses. #T4#
Power misses with a hook.
Van Buren throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Van Buren throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Van Buren fails to land with a series of punches.
Nice shot lands for Van Buren.
Van Buren uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Power.
It looked like Van Buren was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Power.
Power throws a hook to the side of Van Buren's head but Van Buren sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power slips under a jab.
Van Buren throws a jab when Power was well out of range.#CL2#
Power closes the distance and pushes Van Buren back into the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Van Buren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Van Buren tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power working aggressively here. #BC#
Van Buren breaks from the clinch.
Power avoids a punch combination nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joost Van Buren dominated that second 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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Van Buren swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Van Buren lands with a nice body punch.
Nice shot lands for Van Buren.
Power takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #CL2#
Power gets a clinch.
Power digs a right hand into Van Buren's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Van Buren's gas tank.
Van Buren misses with a short punch on the inside.
Van Buren struggles to land a body shot inside as Power controls his hands.
Van Buren blocking some punches.
Power trying to land knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Van Buren lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Power working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Power.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Buren lands a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Van Buren struggles to land a body shot inside as Power controls his hands.
Van Buren tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
Van Buren looking to slow down the pace here.#BC#
Van Buren escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice jab there from Van Buren.
Power takes one on the button.
Van Buren misses with a jab, cross combination.
Van Buren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
Van Buren dodges the punch combination from Power.
Power slips a jab from Van Buren.
Power misses with a straight left.
Van Buren takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Van Buren throws a right hand that misses
and Power counters with a one-two to the body.
Power misses with an uppercut.
Power throws a hook to the side of Van Buren's head but Van Buren sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Van Buren tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Van Buren.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Power takes the fight into the clinch.
Geordie Power has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Van Buren prevents a body shot from Power. #BC#
Van Buren's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
That kick from Van Buren tenderised Power's leg. Power is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL2#
Power closes the distance and clinches.
Van Buren lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Power.
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Van Buren blocks an uppercut.
Power digs a right hand into Van Buren's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Van Buren's gas tank.
Van Buren is working Power over against the cage.
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Van Buren lands with a short shot to the head.
Power lands with a left to the head.
Van Buren lands a nice shot to the body.
Van Buren is trying to maintain a safe position but Power gets an underhook and turns Van Buren into the cage.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Van Buren controls his hands.
Van Buren blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Buren uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Van Buren taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Van Buren.
Van Buren tries to circle away but Power has him pinned against the cage.
Van Buren tries to work over Power's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Van Buren can't find room to land a body shot as Power controls the action.
Van Buren struggles to land a body shot inside as Power controls his hands. #BC#
Van Buren escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Van Buren throws a shot from downtown. Power moves away and avoids it.
Van Buren cracks a nice hook into Power's ribs.
Power pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T4#
Van Buren pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Power tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Van Buren was well out of range. Poor timing from Power.
Van Buren looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Van Buren connects with a leg kick. Power looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Power shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Power wants to clinch.
Van Buren lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A chopping leg kick lands by Van Buren.
A big right from Power misses.
Power swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Van Buren fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Power.
Power throws a hook but Van Buren blocks it.
Joost Van Buren is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Van Buren scores with a sloppy right hand. Power should have avoided that one.

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 Joost Van Buren.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Van Buren, 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight 30:28
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Joost Van Buren!

 

Event: Gladiators 65 Wesley v Rocco 2     
Date:   Dec 16, 2017
#R1#
Power lands with a cross.
Power avoids the body shot from Titanic.
Titanic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Titanic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
Power avoids the body shot from Titanic.
Titanic misses with an uppercut.
Titanic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Power.
Power avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Power lands with a good body shot.
Power connects with a good right hand that stumbles Titanic. Titanic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Titanic moves out of range of the strikes.
Power lands with a shot to the body.
Power swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Power misses with a looping right.#CL#
Power moves into range and clinches up with Titanic.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power misses with an elbow over the top.
Titanic scores with a shoulder strike.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Titanic uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Titanic blocks a body shot from Power.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Titanic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Titanic throws a leg kick but Power sees it coming and moves out of range.
Power uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Titanic.
Titanic tries to move into range but Power moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Power scores with a decent looking hook.
Nice shot by Power.
Titanic throws a wild body kick that Power sees coming a mile off.
Titanic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#ROC#
Titanic is rocked!
Power lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Titanic - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Power!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Geordie Power!
Our winner, Geordie Power, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: Dynasty 21     
Date:   Nov 18, 2017
#R1#
Silver Jr throws a shot to the body.
Silver Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Power.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Silver Jr is trying to break the clinch but Power is controlling him.
Power misses with a body punch.
Silver Jr wants to get back to striking at distance but Power won't allow it.
Silver Jr is looking to break free of the clinch but Power has double underhooks. #BC2#
Silver Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Power scores with a crisp jab that stopped Silver Jr in his tracks.
Power scores with a jab. Silver Jr acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Silver Jr throws a low kick but Power moves out of range easily.
Silver Jr defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silver Jr misses with a head kick.
Power throws a hook to the side of Silver Jr's head but Silver Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power misses with a wild body shot.
A nice side step and Silver Jr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Silver Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Power.
Silver Jr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Silver Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Silver Jr slips a straight right by Power.#T1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Silver Jr - that will leave a mark!
Power misses with a straight left.
Silver Jr feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Power's calf.
Silver Jr throws a nice inside leg kick.
Silver Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Silver Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Power throws a lazy right hand but Silver Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Silver Jr misses with an attempted mid kick.
Silver Jr misses with a low kick.
Power uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Silver Jr has time to react.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Silver Jr.
Silver Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up but Silver Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Silver Jr lands with a thumping leg kick.
Silver Jr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Power jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Power throws a sloppy body shot
and Silver Jr counters with a flying knee. Nice.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silver Jr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Silver Jr looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Silver Jr misses the body punch
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Silver Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Power.
Silver Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Silver Jr is trying to counter with his kicks.
Power looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Silver Jr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Power doesn't seem bothered though.
Silver Jr on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Power throws out a loose jab but Silver Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Silver Jr misses with a kick to the body.
Silver Jr throws a push kick but Power slaps the foot to one side.
Power cracks Silver Jr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A looping hook to the body misses from Power. Silver Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Silver Jr looks to land a body kick but Power moved away.
Power punishes Silver Jr's body with a nice straight punch.
Nice body punch from Power.
Power misses the shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Silver Jr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Power tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Silver Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Silver Jr misses with a wild body shot.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
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 Geordie Power will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Silver Jr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Silver Jr slips under a jab from Power.
Silver Jr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Power checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Power half committed to a counter leg kick.
A head kick misses from Silver Jr.
Good work by Power as he checks the leg kick.
Silver Jr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Power throws a lazy right hand but Silver Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Silver Jr ducks under a wild hook from Power.#CL#
Power rushes Silver Jr and presses him up against the ropes.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nice body punch from Power - that landed with a thud.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power working aggressively here.
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A frustrated look appears on Silver Jr's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Power misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Silver Jr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Power misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Silver Jr.
Silver Jr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T1#
Silver Jr thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Power if he has to take too many more of those.
Silver Jr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Power has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A punch lands to the side of Silver Jr 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Power stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Silver Jr.
Silver Jr throws a body kick that misses.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Silver Jr.
Silver Jr appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Silver Jr lands a jab to Power's midsection.
Silver Jr moves away from the strike by Power.
Power bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Silver Jr's head.
Power cracks Silver Jr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Power tests Silver Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Power thows a left - swing and a miss!
Power throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab, jab by Power - just one landing.
Silver Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Power wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Power misses with a body shot.
Silver Jr will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Silver Jr paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T2#
Power waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Silver Jr.
Silver Jr ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Silver Jr tries a quick counter leg kick but Power is wise to it.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Silver Jr can do to turn this around?
Silver Jr misses with a head kick.
Silver Jr cracks Power with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Silver Jr wants to land a leg kick but Power is out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Power, as that shot connected.
Silver Jr is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Power rather than just go for the knockout.
Silver Jr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Silver Jr misses with a kick to the body #CL#
and Power counters by clinching up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A left hand lands to the body for Power.
Silver Jr is trying to force a seperation but Power has the dominant position.
Silver Jr blocking some punches.
Silver Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Silver Jr breaks from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Silver Jr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Power misses with a looping right.
Power is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Power misses with a hook to the body
and Silver Jr counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Silver Jr throws a nice outside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Silver Jr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Power lands a head shot.
Silver Jr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Power moves out of range as Silver Jr throws a body kick.
Silver Jr scoring well with a low kick there.
Silver Jr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Silver Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Power cracks Silver Jr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Silver Jr throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Power takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Power bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Silver Jr's head backwards.
Silver Jr misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Silver Jr gets tackled into the ropes by Power. Power maintains the clinch.
Power can't find room to land a body shot as Silver Jr controls the action.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Power.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Power breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Power catches Silver Jr with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
A swing and a miss from Power.
Power fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Silver Jr manages to avoid it.
Power throws a shot from downtown. Silver Jr moves away and avoids it.
Power checks a low kick from Silver Jr.
Silver Jr digs a good hook to Power's body.
Power thows a left - swing and a miss!
Power misses with a low kick.
Power misses with a looping right.
Power throws a lazy right hand but Silver Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Power lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Power misses with a hook.
Silver Jr doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Geordie Power is winning the standup battle so far.
Silver Jr misses with a head kick.
Thomas Silver Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Power moves out of range of the body kick from Silver Jr.
Silver Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Silver Jr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Power. That did some damage!
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Power just misses with a punch to the body.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch but Silver Jr swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Silver Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Silver Jr misses the shot to the body.
Silver Jr connects with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Power looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Silver Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Power throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Silver Jr tries to keep at a distance but Power has taken the fight into the clinch.
Silver Jr looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Power breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Power lands with an overhand left.
Power takes a swing at Silver Jr's ribcage but misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Silver Jr misses with a low kick.
Silver Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
Silver Jr lands a slapping body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Geordie Power showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Power 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

A relieved looking Geordie Power thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: Dynasty 17     
Date:   Oct 21, 2017
#R1#
Dumbrowski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dumbrowski throws a shot to the body.
Dumbrowski moves out of range of the strikes.
Dumbrowski slips under a jab from Power.
Power is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A slow jab from Dumbrowski misses its intended target.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dumbrowski.
Dumbrowski misses with a wild body shot.
Dumbrowski just misses with a punch to the body.
Dumbrowski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Power sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Power throws the left hand but Dumbrowski avoids the punch easily.
Dumbrowski 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.
Power thuds a left hand into Dumbrowski's body.
Dumbrowski takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
Dumbrowski slips under a jab.
A big right from Dumbrowski misses.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
Dumbrowski misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Dumbrowski misses with a left hand
and Power counters with a straight right hand.
Dumbrowski slips a jab from Power.
Power throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Power throws a jab but it's blocked by Dumbrowski.
Dumbrowski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Power.
Dumbrowski takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
Power swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dumbrowski tries to close the distance and clinch but Power swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Power throws a good cross that connects.
Dumbrowski missing with a left hand there. Power was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Power throws out a counter right but Dumbrowski avoids it with no problem.
Power slips under a jab.
Dumbrowski lands an overhand right.
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dumbrowski.
Dumbrowski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dumbrowski doesn't manage to clinch there - Power circles away.
Power throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dumbrowski ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Power throws a one two combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Dumbrowski connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Power's hands.
Power doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dumbrowski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dumbrowski lands a body shot.
The crowd cheers as Power lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dumbrowski doesn't seem phased though.
Dumbrowski catches Power with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dumbrowski misses with a wild body shot.
Power throws a jab when Dumbrowski was well out of range.
Dumbrowski throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Power looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dumbrowski throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Dumbrowski connects with a right hand. Power shakes it off.
Dumbrowski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Power.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power slips under a jab from Dumbrowski.
Power takes a jab right on the kisser.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dumbrowski.
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 Humpty Dumbrowski will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Dumbrowski takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Power thows a left - swing and a miss!
A looping hook to the body misses from Dumbrowski. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Power takes one on the button.
Dumbrowski slips a jab from Power.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
Dumbrowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
Good exchange - Dumbrowski coming out on top.
Dumbrowski throws a body shot but no joy.
Dumbrowski needs to keep his hands up - Power had a free shot at his head there.
Dumbrowski getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dumbrowski throws a hook to the side of Power's head but Power sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dumbrowski misses with a looping right.
Power let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Power lands with a cross.
Dumbrowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dumbrowski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Humpty Dumbrowski is winning the standup battle so far.
Dumbrowski throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Power stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dumbrowski.
Power misses with an uppercut.
Dumbrowski defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Dumbrowski lands with a shot to the body.
Dumbrowski blocks a head kick by Power.
Dumbrowski is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Power.
Power jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dumbrowski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Power circles away quickly and effectively.
Power bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dumbrowski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Power manages to avoid it.
Power avoids the body shot from Dumbrowski.
Power throws out a counter right but Dumbrowski avoids it with no problem.
Dumbrowski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Power slips a straight right by Dumbrowski.
Dumbrowski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Power was well out of range. Poor timing from Dumbrowski.
Power looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A shot to the liver by Dumbrowski. Beautiful body shot.
Power avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Power! But no joy.
Dumbrowski is looking to wear down Power with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Dumbrowski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Power misses with a wild combination.
Dumbrowski tries to counter by clinching up but Power breaks away and moves out of range.
Power looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Power misses the shot to the body.
Power might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A swing and a miss from Power.
Dumbrowski staying out of range there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Power looks to land a right hand but Dumbrowski moved out of range.
Power rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dumbrowski moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Power closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Dumbrowski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dumbrowski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Power circles away quickly and effectively.
Power walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Dumbrowski scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Dumbrowski looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
Power throws a hook but Dumbrowski avoids it easily.
Dumbrowski moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dumbrowski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Humpty Dumbrowski dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Dumbrowski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Humpty Dumbrowski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A jab from Power misses.
Dumbrowski seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Dumbrowski misses the shot to the body.
Dumbrowski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Power can do to turn this around?
Dumbrowski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Power throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice defenses there by Dumbrowski.
A nice combination there by Dumbrowski.
Power closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Dumbrowski throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Power makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Dumbrowski takes a swing at Power's ribcage but misses.
Power takes one on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dumbrowski misses the shot to the body.
Power takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Power throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dumbrowski.
Dumbrowski missing with a left hand there. Power was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Power throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Dumbrowski.
Sloppy strikes from Dumbrowski. Those never looked like landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Power! But no joy.
Geordie Power has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1#
Power misses the shot to the body.
Dumbrowski staying out of range there.
Power fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dumbrowski looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Dumbrowski.
Dumbrowski throws a body shot but no joy.
Dumbrowski ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Power swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Power throws a body punch but Dumbrowski moves out of range.
Dumbrowski tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Power manages to circle out of the way.
Power misses with a straight left.
Power throws a jab when Dumbrowski was well out of range.
Power bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dumbrowski's head backwards.
Dumbrowski throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.
Power swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dumbrowski moves out of range of the strikes.
Power throws the left hand but Dumbrowski avoids the punch easily.
Power with a nice cross.#T2#
Power throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dumbrowski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Power looks to land a left hand but Dumbrowski moved out of range nicely.
Power is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Dumbrowski connects with a looping right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power misses with a hook. Dumbrowski ducked under it nicely.
Power looks to land a right hand but Dumbrowski moved out of range.
Dumbrowski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dumbrowski scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Power throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Power throws a hook to the side of Dumbrowski's head but Dumbrowski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dumbrowski tries to clinch but Power moves out of range.
Dumbrowski scores with a body shot.
Power looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dumbrowski scores with a nice head shot.
Power needs to keep his hands up - Dumbrowski had a free shot at his head there.
A big left from Dumbrowski misses.
Power misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dumbrowski.
Dumbrowski is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Power.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Geordie Power.
Well Dumbrowski 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:29
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Humpty Dumbrowski!

Our winner, Humpty Dumbrowski, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: Dynasty 13     
Date:   Sep 23, 2017
#R1#
Power misses the jab.#CL2#
Power moves into the clinch successfully.
A short right from Marinov.
Power lands a body shot in the clinch.
Marinov misses with a punch on the inside.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power blocking some punches.
Marinov digs a right hand underneath Power's ribcage. Power let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Marinov tries to throw a body punch but Power avoids it by throwing Marinov back against the ropes.
Marinov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Marinov misses with a punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Power.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Marinov.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Marinovs head.
Power lands with a left to the head.
Power working aggressively here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marinov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Power misses with the head strike.
Power lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Marinov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.#T1#
A short left from Power.
Power throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Power scores with a nice short uppercut.
Marinov working aggressively here.
Power lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Power.
Marinov has a couple of punches blocked by Power.
Good body shot from Power.
Marinov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Power blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Marinov tries to work over Power's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Marinov.
Marinov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Marinov lands with a light punch inside.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power working aggressively here.
Power lands a left hand that snaps the head of Marinov backwards. #T2#
Marinov blocks an uppercut.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Marinov uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Power breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Power takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Power avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Power catches Marinov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Marinov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Marinov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Power's hands.
Marinov defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Power throws a hook but Marinov blocks it.
Marinov misses with a leg kick
and Power counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marinov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Marinov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Power paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marinov throws a leg kick that misses.
Power looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
A swing and a miss from Power.
Marinov slips a straight right by Power.
Marinov wants to clinch
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
That's time! Marinov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Power throws a lazy uppercut
and Marinov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Power has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Marinov misses with a looping left.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marinov.
Marinov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CL2#
Power closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Marinov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Power scores with a nice short uppercut.
Marinov blocks an elbow strike from Power.
Marinov misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Marinov.
Marinov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Marinov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power trying to land knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marinov misses with a punch on the inside.
Power lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Power throws an elbow but it misses.
Marinov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Marinov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Marinov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Power blocks a jab.
Marinov lands with a right hand.
Marinov misses the shot to the body.
Power loads up on a big right hand but Marinov slips the punch.
Marinov misses with a straight left.
Power checks the leg kick nicely there.
Marinov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
Marinov jabs at Power's body.
Marinov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Marinov connects with an inside leg kick.
Marinov just misses with a punch to the body.
Power checks a leg kick.
Marinov misses with a left hand
and Power connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Power uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Power clobbers Marinov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power jabs Marinov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Power might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Marinov throws a good cross that connects. #T2#
Marinov thumps Power with a low kick.
Marinov takes one to the chin there.
Power is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Marinov with a jab.
Power scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Power scores with a nice right hand.
Power waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marinov.
Power thows a left - swing and a miss!
Marinov throws a looping overhand right but Power ducks down to avoid it.
Power looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marinov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A punch lands to the side of Power 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Geordie Power seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Marinov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Power throws out the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power blocks a jab.
Power swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Marinov does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
As Marinov backs off Power throws a huge counter combo but Marinov manages to avoid it all.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Emil Marinov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marinov is looking to clinch but Power is avoiding it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Geordie Power will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Marinov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Power slips under a jab.
Power throws out a counter right but Marinov avoids it with no problem.
Emil Marinov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Power clobbers Marinov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Marinov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Power moves away.
Marinov lands with a nice combination. Power backs away looking to recover.
Power looks to land a combination but Marinov avoids it well.
Power lands a slapping body shot. #CL#
Marinov clinches with his opponent.
Marinov gets through Power's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Power has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Marinov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Power can turn it around.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Marinov. #BC2#
Power breaks from the clinch.
Marinov takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marinov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
Marinov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Power to score with a decent uppercut.
Power takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Marinov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Power doesn't seem bothered though.
Power checks a leg kick.
Marinov walks into a straight right hand from Power.#T1#
Power is looking to clinch.
Good standup being displayed there by Marinov as he connects with a hook.
Power misses with a hook.
Power ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Power throws a hook but Marinov avoids it easily.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marinov misses with a leg kick
and Power counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marinov looks to land a right hand but Power moved out of range.
Power moves forwards but Marinov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Marinov throws a hook to the side of Power's head but Power sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marinov misses with a left hand
and Marinov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Power throws a right and a left that Marinov avoids nicely.
Power walks into a stiff left hand from Marinov.
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Power looks to land a left hand but Marinov moved out of range nicely.
Marinov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marinov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Power. That did some damage!#T2#
Power scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Power connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Marinov cracks Power with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Marinov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Power waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marinov.#CL2#
Power rushes Marinov and presses him up against the ropes.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Marinov blocks an uppercut.
Marinov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Marinov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Marinov fails to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marinov throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
Marinov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power can't find room to land a body shot as Marinov controls the action.
Power throws an elbow that misses.
Marinov misses with a short punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Geordie Power.
Well Power has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

Our winner, Geordie Power, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
The defeated Emil Marinov had this to say: 'strong'.

 

Event: Dynasty 10     
Date:   Sep 02, 2017
#R1#
Silver Jr is looking to chop away at Power's legs.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Silver Jr.
Silver Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Power.
A big left from Silver Jr misses.
Silver Jr misses with a head kick.
Power misses with a looping left.
Silver Jr misses with a body punch
and Power counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Silver Jr thinking.
Silver Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Power throws out the jab.
Silver Jr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Silver Jr.
Power has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT in the buildup to the fight.
Silver Jr misses with an uppercut
and Power cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Power misses with a head kick.
Power throws a shot from downtown. Silver Jr moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silver Jr throws a head kick that Power semi-blocks.
Power scores with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Power clinches with his opponent.
Power softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Power prevents Silver Jr from breaking the clinch.#T1#
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've been informed that Silver Jr has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Silver Jr tries to circle away but Power has him pinned against the ropes.#BC#
Power pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Power moves into the clinch.
Power misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power working aggressively here.
Power misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Silver Jr is trying to break the clinch but Power has him pressed against the ropes.
Power misses with a punch to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Silver Jr's face as he tries to break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power. #BC2#
Silver Jr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Silver Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Silver Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Power wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Power pushes Silver Jr back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Power can't find room to land a body shot as Silver Jr controls the action.
Power lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Power pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Silver Jr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Silver Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Power.
Silver Jr swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Power.#CL#
Power clinches up with Silver Jr and pushes him back against the ropes.
Power working aggressively here.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Silver Jr tries to break free but Power pushes him back against the ropes.
Silver Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Silver Jr breaks the clinch.
Silver Jr takes one to the side of the head.
Power staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Power.
Power throws a looping overhand right but Silver Jr ducks down to avoid it.
Power tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It seemed like Silver Jr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Silver Jr.
Silver Jr's corner calls for a 1-2. Silver Jr obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1#
Power connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Silver Jr momentarily.
Power misses with a right hand
enabling Silver Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Power tries to clinch up.
Power throws a jab but it's blocked by Silver Jr.
Power scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Power on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Silver Jr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A jab lands there for Power.
Silver Jr misses with a head kick.
Silver Jr throws a quick inside leg kick.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Silver Jr.
Silver Jr missing with a left hand there. Power was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A big right from Silver Jr misses.
Power scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Silver Jr slips under a jab from Power.
Silver Jr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Silver Jr tries to score with a low kick but Power moves his leg out of the way.
Silver Jr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Power lunges at Silver Jr with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Silver Jr's hand. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short right from Power. #BC#
Power breaks the clinch.
Silver Jr misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
Power goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Power fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Silver Jr on the side of the head.
Silver Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Silver Jr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Power on the side of the head.
Silver Jr scores with a jab to the jaw.
A head kick by Silver Jr misses
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Silver Jr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Power counters with a stiff right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Power lands with a good body shot.
A low kick from Silver Jr is predictable there
and Power counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Silver Jr throws a leg kick but Power moved away.
It looked like Power wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Good shot there by Power.
Silver Jr connects with a nice looking jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
Silver Jr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Silver Jr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Power momentarily.
Power is looking to clinch. #CL#
Power moves into the clinch.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Silver Jr.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power working aggressively here.
Power working aggressively here.
Power throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Silver Jr avoids the elbow strike from Power, against the ropes.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Power.
Power lands a right hand.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Silver Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Thomas Silver Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power misses with a body punch.
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Power throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Silver Jr misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Silver Jr tries to break free but Power pushes him back against the ropes.
Power goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Silver Jr.
Power lands a left hand that snaps the head of Silver Jr backwards.
Power working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Power.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Silver Jr wants to get back to striking at distance but Power won't allow it.
Silver Jr prevents a body shot from Power.
Nice body punch from Power - that landed with a thud.
Silver Jr wants to break the clinch but can't.

And that's the end of the fight!
Geordie Power showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Power 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

During a confident post fight interview, Geordie Power thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Dynasty Fight Night 3     
Date:   Aug 16, 2017
#R1#
Power misses with a looping right.
Power lands a jab to Murphy's midsection.
Murphy tries to clinch but Power moves out of range.
Murphy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Power swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Murphy 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.
Power throws a right and a left that both miss.
Power sets himself, and Murphy steps forward looking for the clinch! Power avoids it this time.
Murphy looks for the body kick but Power saw that one coming.
Murphy tries to clinch
and Power counters with a nice uppercut.
Murphy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Murphy is looking to clinch but Power is avoiding it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murphy fails in his attempt to clinch.
Danga de danga de dang - Power scores with a four punch combination!#CUT#
It looks like Martin Murphy has been cut.#CL2#
Murphy clinches with his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from Power on the inside.
Murphy is trying to push Power away but Power has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.#T1#
Murphy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murphy.
Murphy misses with the head strike.
Murphy is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Murphy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Murphy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Murphy.
Murphy throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
Murphy scores with a nice hook to the head.
Murphy is looking to control Power's arms but Power gets an underhook and turns him. Now Murphy has his back to the ropes.
Power lands a shot to the body.
Murphy working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Power creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Power on the inside.
Power misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murphy.
A nice right hand lands inside from Power.
A nice right hand lands inside from Power.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power digs a right hand into Murphy's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Murphy's gas tank. #T2#
Power blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Murphy is trying to force a seperation but Power has the dominant position.
Power lands a right hand that snaps the head of Murphy backwards.
Murphy wants to break the clinch but can't.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Power.
Power missing with knees to the body.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Power misses with the head strike.
Power is leaning against Murphy and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Murphy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power lands a right hand.
Power works on Murphy's body with a couple of short punches.
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
Murphy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power lands with a light punch inside.
Power blocks an uppercut.
Power lands a body shot.
Power lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Power.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Martin Murphy'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#
Power lands with an uppercut that bounces Murphy off the ropes and back into range.
Power misses with an uppercut.
Power lands an overhand right.
Power keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Murphy is looking to control Power's arms but Power gets an underhook and turns him. Now Murphy has his back to the ropes.
Power lands with a left to the head.
Murphy is trying to stall.
Power misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power blocks a body shot from Murphy.
Power keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Murphy's efforts to push away.
Power with a knee to the head.
Geordie Power has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murphy.
Power blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1#
Murphy throws a punch but it's blocked by Power.
Murphy misses with some punches.
Murphy working aggressively here.
Murphy has a couple of punches blocked by Power.
Murphy misses with a punch to the body.
Murphy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Power has him pressed against the ropes.
Murphy has a couple of punches blocked by Power.
I was talking to Power's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murphy.
Murphy can't break the clinch.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Murphy can do to turn this around?
Power lands a nice knee to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murphy.
Power misses with an elbow strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Power.
Power gets through Murphy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Murphy swings wildly with an uppercut but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power presses Murphy against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Power.
Murphy is breathing heavily.
Power lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Murphy has a couple of punches blocked by Power.
Power blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power scores with an uppercut up the middle.
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!
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Murphy avoids a wild elbow strike from Power.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Power.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
Power lands a right hand that snaps the head of Murphy backwards. #CUT#
That has opened up Martin Murphy's cut even more.
Power lands a shoulder strike.
Murphy tries to break free but Power pushes him back against the ropes.
Murphy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Murphy working aggressively here.
Power with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Power lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Murphy backwards.
Power lands a nice uppercut.
Power lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Murphy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short left from Power.
Murphy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power lands a shoulder strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Martin Murphy's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Power pushes Murphy up against the ropes in a clinch.
Power lands with a right to the head.
Murphy taking a breather.
Power digs a right hand into Murphy's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Murphy's gas tank.
A body shot lands from Power.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Power.
Murphy takes a knee to the side of the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Power.
Murphy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Power.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Murphys head.
Power scores with a shot to the side of Murphy's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Power.
Power working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Power lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Murphy backwards. #ROC#
Murphy is rocked!
Power gets through Murphy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Murphy is still on wobbly legs! Can Power finish him?
Murphy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch. #CUT#
The cut above Martin Murphy's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T1#
Power throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Murphy throws a head punch that misses.
Murphy seems to have recovered his senses.
A shot in the inside from Power.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Power works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Power.
Murphy working aggressively here.
Power creates a bit of space for himself and unleashed what can only be described as a tiger uppercut, straight out of Street Fighter! Murphy crashes to the mat! Can he make it back to his feet in time? 3,4,5,6... it doesn't look like he's going to make it! Murphy face plants back to the mat and the referee calls off the fight! Power takes it with a brutal technical knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Geordie Power!
After winning the bout, Geordie Power thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Dynasty 3     
Date:   Jul 15, 2017
#R1#
Power takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Power looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Marinov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Marinov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A nice side step and Power releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Marinov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Marinov throws a hook but Power blocks it.
Power swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Marinov misses with a low kick.
Marinov tries to clinch up.
Marinov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Power takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Marinov throws the left hand but Power avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power looks to score with a jab to the body but Marinov is just out of range.
Marinov misses with a straight right.
Power looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Marinov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Ground Zero in the buildup to the fight.
Marinov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Power keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Marinov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Power is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Marinov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
Marinov tries to clinch up but Power circles away and keeps his distance.
Marinov scores with a sloppy right hand. Power should have avoided that one.
Marinov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Power manages to avoid it.
Power takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Marinov lands a nice looking body shot.
Power drops his hands momentarily and Marinov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Power takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Marinov wants to clinch up but Power keeps it at a distance.
Marinov throws out a loose jab but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Power misses.#T2#
Marinov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Power's calf.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marinov thows a leg kick but Power checks it
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
An inside leg kick from Marinov misses.
Power throws out a counter right but Marinov avoids it with no problem.
Marinov tries to work over Power's front leg with a kick but Power checks it.
Power throws out a counter right but Marinov avoids it with no problem.
Marinov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Marinov throws a chopping leg kick but Power manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Marinov misses with a hook.
Marinov misses with a double jab
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Power uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marinov.
Marinov motions for Power to come forward. Marinov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emil Marinov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
A punch combination from Power misses.
Marinov lands a lovely overhand right.
Marinov misses with a low kick.
Power lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Marinov throws a jab when Power was well out of range.
Marinov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marinov clobbers Power with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Marinov throws a looping overhand right but Power ducks down to avoid it.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marinov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Power's calf.
Power keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Marinov. Power shrugs it off though.
Marinov connects with the punch.
Emil Marinov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Marinov throws a leg kick but Power sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Marinov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Power has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Marinov.
Marinov connects with a body shot.
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Marinov swings widly with a right hand
and Power counters with a nice uppercut.
Power takes a jab right on the kisser.
Marinov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Power.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Marinov, as that shot connected.
Marinov misses with a hook.
A big right from Marinov misses.
It seemed like Power was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Power walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T2#
Marinov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Power's sensitive parts.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Marinov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Emil Marinov is winning the standup battle so far.
Marinov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Power counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Marinov thinking.
Marinov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Power can do to turn this around?
Marinov throws a leg kick which misses Power's front leg but catches the back leg as Power tries to avoid it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Marinov 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 Power has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Power and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Power's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Marinov connects with a nice looking jab.
Marinov connects with a solid leg kick.
Marinov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marinov works Power's body with a nice hook.
Marinov lands with a right hand.
Power dodges the punch combination from Marinov.
Power swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emil Marinov dominated that second round.
That's time! Marinov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Marinov missing with a left hand there. Power was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Marinov connects with a body shot that sends Power's belly button to the back.
Marinov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Power.
Nice straight punches there by Marinov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Marinov.
Marinov lands a glancing blow to the side of Power's head.
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Marinov.
Power takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Power avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marinov wants to clinch.
Power chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Marinov can pounce on him.
Geordie Power has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1#
Marinov defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Power on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Power throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Marinov.
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Marinov.
A little jabbing left from Power on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marinov's corner calls for a 1-2. Marinov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Power needs to keep his hands up - Marinov had a free shot at his head there.
Marinov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Power now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Marinov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Power.
Power steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marinov.
Power throws a big counter head kick but Marinov avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Power takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Marinov throws a jab when Power was well out of range.
Nice defenses there by Marinov.
Power has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Marinov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Marinov scores with a jab to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Marinov.
A jab from Marinov misses.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Marinov, right into the meat.
Marinov slips a straight right by Power.
Marinov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Marinov scores with a jab to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Emil Marinov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Marinov 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Emil Marinov!

Emil Marinov 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: FC: Fight Night 2     
Date:   Jun 14, 2017
#R1#
A jab lands there for Power.
Power has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Sanchez moves in looking to clinch but Power pushes him off.
Sanchez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Power swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sanchez doesn't manage to clinch there - Power circles away.
A lazy left from Power finds it's target.
Sanchez darts in trying to clinch
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
Sanchez wants to clinch up but Power keeps it at a distance.
Power scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sanchez doesn't seem bothered though.
Power throws a lazy right hand but Sanchez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Power fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sanchez manages to avoid it.#CL#
Sanchez forces Power back against the ropes and clinches.
Power misses with an elbow over the top.
Sanchez connects with a knee to the head.
Power tries to throw a body punch but Sanchez avoids it by throwing Power back against the ropes.
Sanchez stalling.
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Power breaks the clinch.
Power throws an overhand right that lands on Sanchez's shoulder, as Sanchez tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Power misses with a low kick.
Power circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sanchez doesn't manage to clinch there - Power circles away.
Sanchez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Power paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Power keeps the fight on the outside.
Power scores with a decent looking hook.
Power scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sanchez doesn't seem bothered though.
Power blocks the body kick.
Power looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Power keeps the fight on the outside.
Power now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sanchez closes the distance looking to clinch
and Power counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Power comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sanchez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sanchez looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Power swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Power uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sanchez has time to react.#T2#
Jab by Power.
Sanchez defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Sanchez is looking to counter with head kicks.#CL#
Sanchez drives through and clinches with Power against the ropes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Sanchez scores with a knee to the head.
Power lands with a right to the head.
Sanchez blocking some punches.
Sanchez tries to land knees in the clinch but Power avoids the damage to the body.
Nice body punch from Power - that landed with a thud.
Sanchez trying to land knees to the body.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A hook to the body from Power. #BC2#
Power breaks from the clinch.
Power avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sanchez tries to clinch there but Power circles away.
Power misses with a hook.
Sanchez tries to clinch up but Power circles away and keeps his distance.
Sanchez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Power misses with a straight right.
Roberto Sanchez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Sanchez gets a clinch.
Power lands a shot to the body.
A short right from Power.
Power tries a body shot but Sanchez blocks it. #BC2#
Power manages to break the clinch.
Sanchez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Power paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sanchez avoids the body shot from Power.
Sanchez tries to clinch there but Power circles away.
Sanchez tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Power manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Sanchez moves into the clinch.
Roberto Sanchez has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Sanchez landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Power.#BC2#
Power pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sanchez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Power swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sanchez takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL#
Sanchez moves into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Power manages to break the clinch.
Sanchez throws a low kick but it's checked well by Power.#T1#
Sanchez fails with an attempt to clinch.
Power swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sanchez.
Sanchez misses with a leg kick.
Power swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sanchez darts in trying to clinch
and Power counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Power throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sanchez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Power paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sanchez fails in his attempt to clinch.
Power throws out a counter right but Sanchez avoids it with no problem.
Sanchez avoids the body shot from Power.
Power moves out of range of the body kick from Sanchez. #CL#
Sanchez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Power, pushing him back against the ropes.
Sanchez tries to land knees in the clinch but Power avoids the damage to the body.
Sanchez with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Sanchez trying to land knees to the body.
Power tries to work over Sanchez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Power has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Power pushes Sanchez back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch. #T2#
Sanchez tries to stall but Power uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Sanchez trying to control the position but instead, Power has worked for underhooks and has pushed Sanchez into the ropes.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Sanchez obliges.
Power lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sanchez backwards.
Power lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sanchez tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Power creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Sanchez tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Power avoids it.
Power works on Sanchez's body with a couple of short punches.
Power managing to block the knees to the body from Sanchez.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Power on the inside.
Sanchez blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Sanchez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Power jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Power lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A big left from Power misses.
Power throws a good cross that connects.
Sanchez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Power takes a swing at Sanchez's ribcage but misses.
Sanchez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Power swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sanchez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sanchez tries to close the distance and clinch but Power swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Power looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sanchez fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sanchez tries to clinch up
and Power cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sanchez in his tracks.
Sanchez takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sanchez throws a sloppy head kick and Power moves out of range easily.
Power swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Power misses with a looping right.
Power swats away the attempt to clinch by Sanchez.
Sanchez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Power misses with a straight left.
Sanchez tries to clinch up but Power circles away and keeps his distance.
Power is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sanchez with a body shot.
Power punishes Sanchez's body with a nice straight punch.
Sanchez swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Power bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sanchez's head.
Sanchez tries to close the distance and clinch but Power swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sanchez.
Power throws a jab but it's blocked by Sanchez.
Power throws a lazy uppercut #CL#
and Sanchez counters by clinching up.
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Power avoiding damage as Sanchez throws knees to the body.
Power lands a left hand.
Roberto Sanchez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Sanchez throws a knee to the head but misses.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of Sanchez backwards.
Power lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Sanchez.
Sanchez is looking to control Power's arms but Power gets an underhook and turns him. Now Sanchez has his back to the ropes.
Sanchez misses with a knee to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Power.
Power lands a left hand.
Sanchez lands a good knee to the midsection. Power won't want to take too many of those.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Power on the inside.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

Geordie Power bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: TD 5: Hope vs Caballero     
Date:   Nov 11, 2016
#R1##CL#
Power darts in and clinches Schmidt up against the cage.
Schmidt lands with a left to the head.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of Schmidt backwards.
Schmidt drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Power gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Schmidt blocking some punches.
Schmidt tries to score a body lock takedown but Power shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Schmidt.
Power is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Schmidt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Schmidt controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power lands a damaging elbow.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power prevents a takedown attempt there.
Geordie Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ernst Schmidt.
Schmidt pushes Power back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Schmidt works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T1#
A short right from Schmidt.
Schmidt gets through Power's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Schmidt is looking to take this one to the mat.
Power takes a knee to the side of the body.
Power misses with some punches.
Schmidt lands with a short shot to the head.
Schmidt is trying to drag Power to the mat but Power just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Schmidt avoids a wild elbow strike from Power.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
Schmidt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Power can't find room to land a body shot as Schmidt controls the action.
Schmidt blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Schmidt tries to break free but Power pushes him back against the cage.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power avoiding damage as Schmidt throws knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Schmidt. #T2#
Schmidt blocks an uppercut.
Schmidt drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power misses with the head strike.
Power misses with some punches.
Power scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Power lands an elbow that stopped Schmidt in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#
It looks like Ernst Schmidt has been cut.
Power looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
A nice right hand lands inside from Power.
Schmidt looking to slow down the pace here.
Schmidt tries for a takedown but Power manages to get underhooks.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power working aggressively here.
Power tries to throw a body punch but Schmidt avoids it by throwing Power back against the cage.
Schmidt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power working aggressively here.
Schmidt misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Power. #T3#
Power tries to throw a body punch but Schmidt avoids it by throwing Power back against the cage.
Schmidt blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Schmidt blocks an uppercut.
Schmidt is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Power gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A short uppercut from Schmidt.
Schmidt blocks an uppercut.
Power lands a shot to the body.
Schmidt prevents a body shot from Power.
Power tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schmidt's elbow.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Schmidt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Power lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Schmidt.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Schmidt.
Power working aggressively here.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Schmidt.
Schmidt changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Power fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Schmidt looks winded!
Schmidt moves forwards but Power connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T4#
Power throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Schmidt sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Schmidt darts in looking for a takedown but Power gets double underhooks and turns Schmidt into the cage.
Power swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Schmidt connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Schmidt paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Power takes a swing at Schmidt's ribcage but misses.
Geordie Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Schmidt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
Power gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Schmidt tries a body shot but Power blocks it.
Schmidt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Schmidt tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Power's elbow.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ernst Schmidt'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#
Power throws a front kick aimed at Schmidt's knee but Schmidt avoids it well.
Schmidt drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Power defends it well.
Power fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schmidt manages to avoid it.
Power throws a right hand that misses
and Schmidt counters with a series of strikes. Power will be more careful next time no doubt. #CL2#
Schmidt takes the fight into the clinch.
Power keeps control of Schmidt as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Schmidt working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Schmidt blocks a body shot from Power.
Power goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Schmidt.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Schmidt.
Power lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Schmidt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Geordie Power has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A left hand lands to the body for Power.
Schmidt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Schmidt. #T1#
Power goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Power misses with a hook to the ribs.
Schmidt lands a left hand that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Schmidt missing with knees to the body.
Schmidt controlling the action here for a moment.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Power lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Schmidt creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Power lands a nice uppercut.
Schmidt looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Power blocks the elbow strike.
Power misses with some punches.
Power misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Schmidt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schmidt is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Power pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Power working aggressively here.
A short body shot lands from Power as the two fighters clinch.
Power gets through Schmidt's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schmidt can do to turn this around?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Power tries to work over Schmidt's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Schmidt is pushing Power up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Power misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Power on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Power lands a body shot in the clinch.
Schmidt is breathing heavily.
Schmidt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power trying to stall but Schmidt improves his position.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.
Power working aggressively here. #T3#
Schmidt blocks an uppercut.
Power lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Schmidt blocks an uppercut.
Power tries a body shot but Schmidt blocks it.
A short uppercut from Power.
A short uppercut from Power. #ROC#
Schmidt is rocked!
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Schmidt is still on wobbly legs! Can Power finish him?
Schmidt blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Schmidt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Schmidt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Schmidt seems to have recovered his senses.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Schmidt working aggressively here.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Schmidt working aggressively here.
Schmidt looking to stall. #T4#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Schmidt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Power goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Schmidt fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Schmidt works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power lands an uppercut.
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power lands a body punch.
Power misses with the head strike.
Schmidt tries for a takedown but Power manages to get underhooks.
Power goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Power lands a body shot in the clinch.
Power lands a body shot.
Power throws a big uppercut that drops Schmidt! More strikes from Power and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Schmidt lies dazed against the cage as Power celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Geordie Power!
Geordie Power retains his light heavyweight title!
Geordie Power managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Lion Fightwear, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: TD 3: Marveux vs Woodley     
Date:   Oct 25, 2016
#R1#
Shi scores with a head kick. Power tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Shi goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Shi blocks a head kick by Power.
Shi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Power misses the jab.
Shi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Shi checks the leg kick nicely there.
Shi lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Shi.
Power jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Shi tries a head kick but it misses.
Shi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Power looks to throw the jab but Shi is out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shi lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Shi plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Shi.
Shi misses with a head kick.
Shi lands a high kick!
Power misses with a straight left.
Riki Shi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shi scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Shi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Shi throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Power.#T1#
That kick from Shi tenderised Power's leg. Power is trying to keep his angry face on.
Shi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power blocks a head kick by Shi.
Power throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Power works the jab nicely.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Shi blocks a jab.
Shi throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Power is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Shi's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Power lands a jab to the nose.
Shi throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Power.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Power avoids a punch combination nicely.
Power throws a counter high kick but Shi was just alert enough to avoid it.
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!
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Shi throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Shi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
Shi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Power looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Shi lands with a kick to the temple. Power shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #T2#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Shi.
Power throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shi throws a nice head kick!
A head kick from Shi lands but Power takes it in his stride.
A head kick misses from Shi.
Shi looks winded!
Shi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Power throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shi tries a head kick but it misses.
Shi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Shi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A head kick by Power - that's a beauty! Shi is out but he's somehow still standing... he's going... going... gone. Like a drunk walking down the middle of the road, the inevitable face plant follows and the delayed knockout arrives. Even Power can't help but laugh at the bizarre end to this one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Geordie Power!
Geordie Power is the new light heavyweight champion!
After the big win, Geordie Power made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Lion Fightwear and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: TD 1: The Beginning     
Date:   Oct 15, 2016
#R1#
Power looks to land a combination but McDallas avoids it well.
McDallas moves in looking to clinch but Power pushes him off.
McDallas tries to clinch but Power moves out of range.
Power is looking to counter punch.
McDallas misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Power swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Power looks to land a combination but McDallas avoids it well.
Brust McDallas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Power takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
McDallas fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Power avoids it really well and circles away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
The fight stays on the outside here - McDallas looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McDallas shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Power defends it nicely.
Geordie Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brust McDallas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDallas tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McDallas tries to clinch but Power is having none of it.
Power throws a head kick that half lands.
Power misses with a double jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
McDallas fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Power, pushing him back against the cage.#T1#
McDallas blocks a body shot from Power. #BC2#
McDallas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Power keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
McDallas moves into the clinch successfully.
McDallas has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Power taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Power lands a right hand that snaps the head of McDallas backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Power.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McDallas tries to break free but Power pushes him back against the cage.
Power looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Power softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
McDallas wants to break the clinch but can't.
Our sources have told us that Power has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but McDallas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power tries a body shot but McDallas blocks it.
Power throws an elbow but it misses.
Power pushes McDallas back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
McDallas looks winded!
Power missing with knees to the body. #T2#
Power comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Power looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDallas working hard to break the clinch.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
McDallas blocks the elbow strike. #TD2#
McDallas jumps guard and drags Power to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
McDallas controls Power momentarily but Power frees himself.
Power is in close to McDallas's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SU#
Power stands and steps away. McDallas gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Power swings for the body but McDallas moves out of range.
Power misses with a two punch combination.
Power throws a head kick that misses.
McDallas displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Power throws out the jab.
Power throws a hook but McDallas blocks it.#CL#
Power has taken the fight to the clinch.
Power lands an elbow just above McDallas 's eye.
McDallas is trying to force a seperation but Power has the dominant position.#T3#
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McDallass head.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of McDallas backwards.
Power misses with a knee strike.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by McDallas.
Power pushes McDallas back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power lands with a light punch inside.
McDallas tries to circle away but Power has him pinned against the cage.
Power working aggressively here.
McDallas has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Power keeps control of McDallas as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
McDallas blocking some punches.
Power scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Power misses with the head strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Power just misses with a elbow thrown towards McDallas's brow. #TD2#
McDallas pulls guard effortlessly.
Power stops McDallas from standing up. #SUB2#
McDallas escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Power gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Power loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Power throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McDallas works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Power wants to control from the top but McDallas keeps moving. #SUB2#
McDallas has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Power can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU#
McDallas is working an open guard so Power takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Power throws a hook to the side of McDallas's head but McDallas sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McDallas changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Power tries to avoid it but McDallas manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Power to the ground. Power escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McDallas fails with an attempt to clinch.
Power connects with a solid leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
That's time! Power's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
McDallas will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nice cross by Power.
McDallas looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Power is fending him off so far but McDallas persists. Nope, Power circles away and we're back to standing.#CL#
Power forces McDallas back against the cage and clinches.
McDallas is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Power to keep the fight standing.
Geordie Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brust McDallas.
McDallas wants to get back to striking at distance but Power won't allow it.
Power lands a damaging elbow.
McDallas tries to circle away but Power has him pinned against the cage.
Power misses with an elbow over the top.
Power lands with a left to the head.
Power lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Power creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through McDallas's defenses.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McDallas can do to turn this around?
Power gets through McDallas's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Power 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!
A short uppercut from Power.
Geordie Power has scored more points in the clinch so far.
McDallas is trying to pull guard but Power turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Power missing with knees to the body.
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
McDallas is breathing heavily.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
Power lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Power.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McDallass head.
Power is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Power lands a shoulder strike.
Power tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Power throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Power stalling.
McDallas is trying to break the clinch but Power has him pressed against the cage.
Power tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Power throws an elbow that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Power.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDallas has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T2#
Power throws an elbow but it misses.
McDallas blocks an elbow strike.
McDallas jumps guard but Power stands there with McDallas around his waist. McDallas gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #TD2#
McDallas jumps into guard, dragging Power to the mat.
Power wants to control from the top but McDallas keeps moving.
Power has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Power loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SU#
Power gets to his feet - McDallas follows without any prompting.
McDallas looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Power scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McDallas on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Power misses with a straight right.
Power scores with a head kick.
McDallas moves in looking to clinch but Power pushes him off.
Power tries to clinch up.#CL#
Power has McDallas up against the cage in a clinch. #T3#
McDallas jumps guard but Power stands there with McDallas around his waist. McDallas gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
McDallas wants to break the clinch but can't.
McDallas is trying to pull guard but Power has him pressed against the cage.
Power scores a nice knee to the body.
A short right from Power.
Power lands with a right to the head.
Power lands a nice shot to the body.
Power softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Power lands a right hand that snaps the head of McDallas backwards.
Power lands a shot to the body.
A shot in the inside from Power.
McDallas wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Power has him pressed against the cage.
Power with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Power lands an elbow just above McDallas 's eye.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McDallass head. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power with a knee to the head.
McDallas looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Power using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
McDallas is trying to pull guard but Power has him pressed against the cage.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power lands an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Power scores with a nice short uppercut.
Power misses with an elbow strike. #BC2#
McDallas breaks the clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Power as McDallas shoots in.
Geordie Power is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McDallas shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McDallas takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McDallas is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McDallas closes the distance and clinches up with Power, looking for a takedown. McDallas pushes Power against the cage but Power circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
McDallas shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Power pinned against the cage. Power gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
McDallas misses with a takedown attempt - Power sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Power is looking to counter the offense by McDallas and move into the clinch.
Power displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from McDallas.
Danga de danga de dang - Power scores with a four punch combination!#CL2#
McDallas gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Power softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
McDallas blocks the elbow strike.
Power creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through McDallas's defenses.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McDallass head.
A short right from Power.
A shot in the inside from Power. #ROC#
McDallas is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power misses with an elbow over the top.
Power lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McDallas is still on wobbly legs! Can Power finish him?
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McDallas takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McDallas takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Power pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Power looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Power misses with the head strike.
McDallas seems to have recovered his senses.
McDallas is trying to force a seperation but Power has the dominant position.
Power lands a right hand.
A short left from Power.
Power working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Power tries a knee to the head but McDallas blocks it.
Power lands an elbow inside that McDallas shrugs off.
Power creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through McDallas's defenses.
Power misses with an elbow over the top.
Power tries to work over McDallas's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice left hand lands by Power.
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Power softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A short left from Power.
Power scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power lands with a light punch inside.
Power creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Power throws an elbow but it misses.
McDallas missing with knees to the body.
Power lands a left hand that snaps the head of McDallas backwards.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A short right from Power on the inside.
A short right from Power.
McDallas takes a shot to the head.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of McDallas backwards.
Power lands a shoulder strike.
Power lands a damaging elbow.
A short body shot lands from Power as the two fighters clinch.
McDallas trying to stall but Power improves his position.
Power stalling the fight.
McDallas takes an elbow to the forehead. #T3#
McDallas is trying to push Power away but Power has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
With the fighters up against the cage, McDallas throws an elbow but misses.
Knees in the clinch landing for Power.
Power working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McDallas tries to pull guard but Power won't allow it.
Geordie Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brust McDallas.
A nice right hand lands inside from Power.
Still in the clinch, Power scores with a nice short uppercut.
McDallas has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A nice right hand lands inside from Power.
Power lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McDallas backwards.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Power misses with an elbow strike.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McDallass head.
McDallas tries to pull guard but Power holds him up against the cage and eventually McDallas drops back down to his feet.
Nice elbow from Power. #T4#
McDallas blocks the elbow strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
McDallas breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A slow jab from Power misses its intended target.
Power lunges at McDallas with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McDallas's hand.
Power lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
McDallas tries to clinch but Power is having none of it.
McDallas takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
McDallas is trying hard to land a takedown here. Power sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McDallas jumps guard but Power stands there with McDallas around his waist. McDallas gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A knee to the head by Power.
Brust McDallas has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice elbow from McDallas.

And that's the end of the fight!
Geordie Power showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Power, 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:25
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:25
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

Geordie Power made sure to mention his sponsor, Lion Fightwear in his post fight interview.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 06, 2016
#R1#
Power wants to land a leg kick but Davenport is out of range.
Power throws an overhand right that lands on Davenport's shoulder, as Davenport tries to avoid the shot.
Power misses with a left hand
and Davenport cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Power instigates a clinch.
Power doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Power's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Power connects with a jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Guy Davenport has been cut.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Davenport.#CL2#
Power pushes Davenport up against the cage in a clinch.
Davenport lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Power or not.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Davenport looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Power misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Power tries to circle away but Davenport has him pinned against the cage.#BC2#
Power breaks the clinch.
Power misses with a left hand
enabling Davenport to counter with a crisp jab.
Power misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Geordie Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Power lands with an overhand left.
Davenport really is a fat lump.#CL#
Davenport has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Power breaks the clinch. #KD2#
Power cracks Davenport with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Davenport looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Power finish him? #ROC2#
Davenport is rocked!
Davenport fails with the takedown.
Oh Davenport is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Power fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Davenport out cold! Brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Geordie Power!
After the big win, Geordie Power made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Alpha-Male Nutritional Supplements Q160/$225 and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 29, 2016
#R1##CL2#
Power has closed the distance and engaged Pacheco in a clinch.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Pacheco.
Pacheco blocking some punches.
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.
Pacheco blocking some punches.
The referee is keeping an eye on Pacheco - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Pacheco taking a breather.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Power as Pacheco tries to tie him up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Pacheco can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Eldon Pacheco.#CL2#
Power drives through and clinches with Pacheco against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Pacheco tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Power avoids it.#T1#
Power misses with some punches.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power throws a knee to the head but misses.
Power lands a left hand.
Power working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Power.
Power lands with a left to the head.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Power avoiding damage as Pacheco throws knees to the body.
Pacheco could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Pacheco.
Power looking to throw knees to the head but Pacheco is blocking nicely. #T2#
Pacheco blocking some punches.
Power creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Pacheco blocking some punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Pacheco.
Power misses with some punches.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power tries to land a knee to the head but Pacheco blocks with his arms.
Pacheco wants to stall.
Pacheco blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Power scores with a shoulder strike.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Pacheco uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Power misses with some punches.
Power misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Pacheco trying to stall but Power improves his position.
A nice right hand lands inside from Pacheco.
Pacheco blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pacheco is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Power is keeping busy.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Pacheco uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pacheco goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Pacheco blocks an elbow strike.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Pacheco.
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Power prevents a body shot from Pacheco.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pacheco.
Pacheco is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Power is defending well for now.
Still in the clinch, Power scores with a nice short uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Eldon Pacheco has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Power creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Pacheco missing with knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Eldon Pacheco's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Pacheco.
Pacheco blocks an elbow strike from Power.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Pacheco's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Power scores with a nice hook to the head.
Pacheco connects with a nasty looking knee right to Power's face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Pacheco blocks an uppercut.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pacheco blocks it with crossed arms. #T1#
Pacheco slows down the pace here.
Pacheco blocking some punches.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Pacheco uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pacheco softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Pacheco breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Power avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Pacheco moves into the clinch successfully.
Pacheco blocks an elbow strike from Power.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Pacheco uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pacheco blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Power throws an elbow that misses.
Pacheco is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Power misses with the head strike.
Pacheco lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Power.
Power creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Power misses with the head strike.
Pacheco misses with a knee to the head.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Pachecos head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power lands with a left to the head.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Pachecos head.
Power pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T3#
Power pushes off an throws an elbow but Pacheco leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Pacheco struggles to land a body shot inside as Power controls his hands.
Pacheco blocking some punches.
Pacheco blocks an elbow strike from Power.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Pacheco is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pacheco landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Pacheco blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Pacheco uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Pacheco's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4#
Pacheco looking to slow down the pace here.
Pacheco trying to control the position but instead, Power has worked for underhooks and has pushed Pacheco into the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Power.
Power pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Pacheco uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of Pacheco backwards.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Pacheco.
Power misses with some punches.
Pacheco lands a body punch.
Power has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Power creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geordie Power showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Eldon Pacheco's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Power closes the distance and clinches.
Power makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Power working aggressively here.
Pacheco leaning against his opponent.
Power swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Power throws a knee to the head but misses.
Pacheco blocking some punches.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Pacheco.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pacheco holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Pacheco leaning against his opponent.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pacheco.
Pacheco takes a shot to the head.
Geordie Power seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1#
Pacheco displaying some good clinch control by pressing Power up against the cage.
Pacheco avoids the elbow strike from Power, against the cage.
Pacheco is trying to maintain a safe position but Power gets an underhook and turns Pacheco into the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Pacheco wants to stall.
Power misses with the head strike.
Pacheco throws a knee to the head but misses.
Pacheco tries to circle away but Power has him pinned against the cage.
Power letting Pacheco take a breather here.
Power on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pacheco lands a right hand.
Power using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pacheco has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Power lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Pacheco backwards. #ROC2#
Pacheco is rocked!
Power blocks the elbow strike.
Oh Pacheco is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pacheco lands an elbow that stopped Power in his tracks for a moment.
Pacheco blocks an elbow strike from Power.
Pacheco seems to have got his legs back now.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Pachecos head.
Pacheco blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Pacheco trying to stall but Power improves his position.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Pacheco is stalling here.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Power swings wildly with an uppercut but Pacheco uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Power tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Power working aggressively here.
Pacheco trying to stall but Power improves his position.
Pacheco blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Pacheco looking to slow down the pace here.
Geordie Power is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Pacheco is trying to maintain a safe position but Power gets an underhook and turns Pacheco into the cage.
Power managing to block the knees to the body from Pacheco.
Power blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Power just misses with a elbow thrown towards Pacheco's brow.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Power as Pacheco tries to tie him up.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Pacheco.
Power misses with an elbow strike.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Power tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Pacheco effectively controlling the action here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Geordie Power comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Power 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geordie Power!

After winning the bout, Geordie Power thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

 
 
 
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