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Event: CACC 10     
Date:   Oct 26, 2019

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Claudio Ty (ranked 19387 p4p, 554 weight class) and Rudolf Kleinschmidt (ranked 2885 p4p, 327 weight class). Kleinschmidt has chosen DMX- It's hot and hell is dark as his entrance music. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!




191 cm
28 yrs
185 lbs



181 cm
35 yrs
180 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Claudio Ty! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.


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

Ty rushes Kleinschmidt and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.

Kleinschmidt jumps into guard, dragging Ty to the mat.
Ty showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kleinschmidt keeping moving, preventing Ty from controlling successfully.
Kleinschmidt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ty trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kleinschmidt trying to keep a closed guard but Ty is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ty trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ty is working hard here to advance position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kleinschmidt working a defensive guard here.

Kleinschmidt has an active guard here but Ty has managed to pass into half guard.
Ty keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ty tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kleinschmidt knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kleinschmidt trying to hold on to Ty's head to control him but Ty postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt tries to roll over but Ty keeps him under control.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but Ty is keeping busy.
Ty works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ty (3) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
Kleinschmidt wants to control but Ty is having none of it.
Kleinschmidt can't escape the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ty controlling from mount.
Kleinschmidt is in all sorts of trouble here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt keeps trying to improve his position.
Kleinschmidt tries to lock up and control but Ty gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ty tries to control but Kleinschmidt wriggling away.
Ty takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kleinschmidt tries to reverse the position but Ty maintains control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kleinschmidt is squirming around, avoiding Ty's attempts to control the action.
Kleinschmidt is looking to improve his position but Ty isn't that keen on the idea.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kleinschmidt tries to hold on but Ty pushes him away.
Kleinschmidt gets back to half guard.
Kleinschmidt is trying to get back to full guard.
Kleinschmidt trying to control from the bottom.
Ty perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Kleinschmidt wants to get back to full guard but Ty has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ty (6) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
Ty controlling from the full mount.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but Ty is keeping busy.
Kleinschmidt wants to improve his position but Ty is controlling well.
Kleinschmidt has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ty is working away from the top position though.
Ty sitting and controlling from the half guard.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt is looking for a sweep. Ty is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ty controlling the action here.
Kleinschmidt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ty seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ty works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ty (9) vs (0) Kleinschmidt

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Ty prevents Kleinschmidt from getting the reversal.
Kleinschmidt tries to control Ty's body but Ty pushes him off. Kleinschmidt squirms to his side and now Ty has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Ty (12) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Kleinschmidt is really stuck here.
Ty tries to keep control of the position but Kleinschmidt is staying busy.
Good control from Ty.
Kleinschmidt is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Ty off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
You can see the frustration on Kleinschmidt's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt trying to control but not successfully.
Ty is hanging on to Kleinschmidt's back as he tries to escape.
Ty not allowing Kleinschmidt to control his hands.
Ty trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Kleinschmidt is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Ty.
Ty avoiding Kleinschmidt 's attempts to control his hands.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Good control from Ty.
Ty not allowing Kleinschmidt to control his hands.
Kleinschmidt can't escape the position.
Ty is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Ty seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kleinschmidt for as long as he can get away with.
Kleinschmidt looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ty.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ty has good solid back control here.
You can see the frustration on Kleinschmidt's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Will Ty go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Kleinschmidt looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Kleinschmidt is defending well here and trying to improve his position.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Ty has good solid back control here.
Ty keeps control of the position as Kleinschmidt tries to break free.
Kleinschmidt is still trying to improve position.
Ty slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Ty has the hooks in. Kleinschmidt is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ty keeps control of the position easily here as Kleinschmidt tries to buck him off.
Kleinschmidt is trying to break free.
Ty is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Kleinschmidt tries to escape but Ty has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Ty trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Kleinschmidt doesn't escape.
I really don't envy Kleinschmidt right now.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Ty is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Ty keeps control of the position as Kleinschmidt tries to break free.
Ty biding his time, controlling Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ty.
Ty just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Ty controlling well, preventing Kleinschmidt from escaping the position.
Ty controls the position.
Kleinschmidt controlling the position well but he knows he's in a bad spot.
Kleinschmidt wants to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kleinschmidt looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ty.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ty takes the fight on points by 12 to 0.
A very excited looking Claudio Ty made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: CACC 6     
Date:   Oct 12, 2019

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dick Diaz (ranked 2635 p4p, 315 weight class) and Rudolf Kleinschmidt (ranked 2785 p4p, 325 weight class). Diaz's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Feiticeira. Kleinschmidt has chosen DMX- It's hot and hell is dark as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.




185 cm
30 yrs
179 lbs



181 cm
35 yrs
180 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Dick Diaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.


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

Diaz gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've been hearing reports that Diaz has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.

Diaz is trying to trip Kleinschmidt. He has hold of a leg but Kleinschmidt is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Diaz persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Diaz (2) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
Diaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kleinschmidt is adopting a defensive guard.

Kleinschmidt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Diaz is aware though and is defending well.
Kleinschmidt trying to keep a closed guard but Diaz is proving a slippery customer.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but Diaz passes easily into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt is looking to control Diaz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kleinschmidt avoid being mounted?
Diaz is trying to control. Kleinschmidt wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt trying to hold on to Diaz's head to control him but Diaz postures up.
Kleinschmidt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Diaz wants to take a breather but Kleinschmidt is having none of it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kleinschmidt manages to get to full guard.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position.
Diaz sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Diaz wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.

Kleinschmidt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Diaz is aware though and is defending well.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Diaz is now in half guard.
Kleinschmidt trying to control here.
Diaz trying to control from half guard but Kleinschmidt is working away.
Kleinschmidt wants to improve his position but Diaz is controlling well.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but Diaz passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Diaz (5) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
Kleinschmidt is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Diaz is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Diaz (7) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
Kleinschmidt tries to lock up and control but Diaz gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kleinschmidt keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Diaz tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Diaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kleinschmidt is looking to escape.
Kleinschmidt is desperately trying to improve his position but Diaz has a good base and remains in mount.
Kleinschmidt is squirming around, avoiding Diaz's attempts to control the action.
Kleinschmidt is wriggling around trying to escape.
Kleinschmidt keeps trying to improve his position.
Diaz content just to control the position here.
Kleinschmidt is desperately trying to improve his position but Diaz has a good base and remains in mount.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Diaz controlling from mount.
Kleinschmidt is looking to get to half guard.
Kleinschmidt tries to lock up and control but Diaz gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kleinschmidt can't escape the position.
Diaz content just to control the position here.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Diaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kleinschmidt can't escape the position.
Diaz controlling the position easily from mount.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but Diaz is having none of it.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Diaz controlling from the full mount.
Kleinschmidt is wriggling around trying to escape.
Diaz trying to control but Kleinschmidt is having none of it.
Kleinschmidt tries to reverse the position but Diaz maintains control.

Diaz jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Kleinschmidt is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Kleinschmidt and Diaz has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Kleinschmidt tries to buck Diaz off but Diaz is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Kleinschmidt's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kleinschmidt trying his best to control but Diaz has mounted him.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Diaz (9) vs (0) Kleinschmidt

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Diaz tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kleinschmidt tries to lock up and control but Diaz gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kleinschmidt is looking to get to half guard.
Diaz controlling from mount.
Diaz trying to control but Kleinschmidt is having none of it.
Kleinschmidt slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Diaz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Diaz trying to control the action but Kleinschmidt is working from the bottom.
Kleinschmidt manages to get to full guard.
Kleinschmidt looking to control.
Diaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kleinschmidt looking to control.
Diaz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

Kleinschmidt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Diaz defends it easily.
Kleinschmidt working a defensive guard but Diaz manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Diaz (12) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
Diaz is looking to take a break and control but Kleinschmidt is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control Diaz's posture but Diaz avoids it.
Kleinschmidt might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Diaz haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kleinschmidt tries to bench press Diaz off him but Diaz keeps the position.
Diaz is looking to take a break and control but Kleinschmidt is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kleinschmidt is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Diaz's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.

Diaz seems to be looking for submissions.
Diaz prevents Kleinschmidt from improving his position.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt wants to get back to full guard but Diaz has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Diaz (15) vs (0) Kleinschmidt

Diaz is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Kleinschmidt to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Kleinschmidt shrugs it off.
Kleinschmidt is wriggling around trying to escape.
Kleinschmidt is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Kleinschmidt is still trying to improve position.
Kleinschmidt is squirming around, avoiding Diaz's attempts to control the action.
Diaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt tries to hold on but Diaz pushes him away.
Kleinschmidt is working to get back to half guard.
Diaz controlling his opponent.
Kleinschmidt tries to reverse the position but Diaz maintains control.
Diaz tries to control but Kleinschmidt wriggling away.
Diaz controlling the pace for now.
Kleinschmidt really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Kleinschmidt wants to hold on but Diaz pushes him away.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Diaz (18) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position but Diaz manages to sink in the hooks.
Kleinschmidt is keeping busy.
Diaz is hanging on to Kleinschmidt's back as he tries to escape.
Diaz just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Kleinschmidt looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Kleinschmidt biding his time here by controlling the hands, looking to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kleinschmidt tries to escape but Diaz has the hooks in and won't let him break free.

And that's the end of the fight!
Diaz takes the fight on points by 18 to 0.
Dick Diaz bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: CACC 2     
Date:   Sep 28, 2019

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Chris Fda (ranked 1886 p4p, 233 weight class) and Rudolf Kleinschmidt (ranked 2679 p4p, 308 weight class). Fda's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Hate Me Now. The crowd seem to be enjoying Kleinschmidt's choice of entrance music: DMX- It's hot and hell is dark. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.




182 cm
39 yrs
186 lbs



181 cm
35 yrs
180 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Chris Fda! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.


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

Fda instigates a clinch.

Fda lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fda (2) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position.
Kleinschmidt has his hands on Fda's head, controlling the position.

Kleinschmidt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kleinschmidt is pulling down on Fda's head. It's preventing any offense from Fda, at least for the moment.
Kleinschmidt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fda advances to half guard.
Kleinschmidt is looking to improve his position.

Fda is working for a submission of some sort.

Fda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Fda seems to be looking for submissions.
Kleinschmidt is looking for a sweep. Fda is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kleinschmidt trying to hold on to Fda's head to control him but Fda postures up.
Kleinschmidt is trying to get back to full guard.

Fda is looking for a kimura here.

Fda is trying to work for a kimura but Kleinschmidt is defending well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt is trying to get back to full guard.

Fda is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kleinschmidt doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Fda.
Kleinschmidt is staying active underneath Fda, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kleinschmidt wants to get back to full guard.
Kleinschmidt is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kleinschmidt working a defensive guard here.
Fda advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Fda (5) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
Kleinschmidt manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.

Fda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kleinschmidt sees it coming and defends easily.
Kleinschmidt is looking to improve his position.
Kleinschmidt is not content to let Fda control the position.

Kleinschmidt actively working from the bottom here.
Kleinschmidt looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kleinschmidt wants to get back to full guard.
Kleinschmidt is trying to maintain the position but Fda is very close to passing his half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fda looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.

Fda is trying to work for a kimura but Kleinschmidt is defending well.
Kleinschmidt is looking to improve his position.
Kleinschmidt works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kleinschmidt trying to keep a closed guard but Fda is proving a slippery customer.
We've been hearing that Fda has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Kleinschmidt keeping full guard, as Fda tries to pass.

Fda thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position but Fda postures up.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Fda pushes down on Kleinschmidt's leg and manages to get into half guard.

Fda is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kleinschmidt has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Fda is working away from the top position though.
Kleinschmidt tries to roll over but Fda keeps him under control.
Kleinschmidt has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Fda is working away from the top position though.

Fda is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kleinschmidt is trying to maintain the position but Fda is very close to passing his half guard.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control but Fda manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Fda (8) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
Fda is looking to work his way around to Kleinschmidt's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Fda tries to control but Kleinschmidt wriggling away.
Kleinschmidt working to try and regain half guard.
Fda avoids the attempt from Kleinschmidt to control.
Fda tries to control but Kleinschmidt wriggling away.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt has given up his back here. Will Fda look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Fda (11) vs (0) Kleinschmidt
Kleinschmidt rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.

Fda is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kleinschmidt is looking to improve his position.
Kleinschmidt won't allow Fda to pass to mount.
Kleinschmidt is trying to get back to full guard.

Fda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kleinschmidt sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kleinschmidt manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kleinschmidt controls Fda momentarily but Fda frees himself.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Fda trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kleinschmidt trying to keep a closed guard but Fda is proving a slippery customer.
Kleinschmidt keeping moving, preventing Fda from controlling successfully.
Kleinschmidt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

Fda drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Fda jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Kleinschmidt keeping moving, preventing Fda from controlling successfully.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kleinschmidt working a defensive guard but Fda passes into half guard.
Kleinschmidt moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position.
Fda trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fda wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.
Kleinschmidt working a defensive guard here.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Fda wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.

Fda thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kleinschmidt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.

Kleinschmidt has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fda can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kleinschmidt pulls Fda in close to prevent any damage.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position from the bottom.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Fda wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.

Kleinschmidt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fda doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kleinschmidt is tightening it up a little... Fda has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Fda reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Fda taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kleinschmidt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: EMP Marceau vs Brent     
Date:   Aug 09, 2019
#R1#
Kleinschmidt checks a leg kick nicely.
A left lands for McCraken.
We've been told by McCraken's head coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A swing and a miss from McCraken.
McCraken dips to his left and cracks Kleinschmidt with an uppercut!
McCraken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kleinschmidt.
McCraken jabs Kleinschmidt to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kleinschmidt throws a right hand that misses
and McCraken cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McCraken lands with an uppercut that bounces Kleinschmidt off the cage and back into range.
Kleinschmidt takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kleinschmidt staying out of range there.
McCraken is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kleinschmidt.
It seemed like Kleinschmidt was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McCraken lands with a good body shot.
Kleinschmidt takes one on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jab by McCraken.
Kleinschmidt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dougal McCraken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kleinschmidt bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCraken misses with a head kick. #CL2#
Kleinschmidt takes the fight into the clinch.
McCraken working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but McCraken won't allow it.
McCraken doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but McCraken has him pressed against the cage.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but McCraken turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Dougal McCraken has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudolf Kleinschmidt.
McCraken throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
McCraken misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt successfully pulls guard. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kleinschmidt keeping full guard, as McCraken tries to pass. #T2#
McCraken controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kleinschmidt wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
McCraken working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McCraken is aware though and is defending well.
Kleinschmidt can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as McCraken controls the pace.
Kleinschmidt keeping full guard, as McCraken tries to pass.
Kleinschmidt being controlled here, momentarily.
Kleinschmidt is controlling McCraken's posture.#T3##SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has his foot on McCraken's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McCraken works his way back into a safe position though.
McCraken showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Our spies down at at Touch Of Death Combat Academy inform us that Kleinschmidt has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Kleinschmidt pulls McCraken in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kleinschmidt on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCraken. McCraken obviously looking to wear him down.
Kleinschmidt moves out of range as McCraken strikes.
McCraken scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kleinschmidt takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McCraken is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kleinschmidt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCraken throws out the jab. #T4#
McCraken lands with a kick to the temple. Kleinschmidt shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
McCraken throws a looping overhand right but Kleinschmidt ducks down to avoid it.
McCraken throws a big shot that misses.
Kleinschmidt getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McCraken throws a hook to the side of Kleinschmidt's head but Kleinschmidt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McCraken misses with a low kick as Kleinschmidt jumps back.
McCraken fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kleinschmidt changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kleinschmidt misses with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from McCraken misses the target.
Kleinschmidt appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kleinschmidt throws a shot from downtown. McCraken moves away and avoids it.
McCraken lands an overhand right.
McCraken wants to slow Kleinschmidt down by chopping away at his legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dougal McCraken dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Kleinschmidt misses the shot to the body.
McCraken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kleinschmidt.
McCraken throws a lazy right hand but Kleinschmidt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Kleinschmidt was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
McCraken connects with a looping right hand.
Kleinschmidt throws a shot from downtown. McCraken moves away and avoids it.
McCraken turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by McCraken.
Kleinschmidt throws a looping overhand right but McCraken ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCraken.
It seemed like Kleinschmidt was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dougal McCraken is winning the standup battle so far.
Kleinschmidt throws a right hand that misses
and McCraken counters with a good low kick that Kleinschmidt was not able to check.
Kleinschmidt throws a right hand that misses
letting McCraken counter with a right hand.
Kleinschmidt just misses with a punch to the body.
McCraken misses with the body kick
and Kleinschmidt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
McCraken throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kleinschmidt stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Dougal McCraken is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kleinschmidt slips under a jab from McCraken.
McCraken jabs at Kleinschmidt's body.
McCraken scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kleinschmidt in his tracks.
A cross from McCraken lands.
McCraken swings widly with a right hand
and Kleinschmidt connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCraken misses with a left hand
and Kleinschmidt counters with a stiff right hand.
McCraken is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McCraken fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kleinschmidt.
McCraken takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCraken is looking to slow Kleinschmidt down with leg kicks.
McCraken scores with the left hand. Kleinschmidt knows he should have avoided that one.
McCraken misses with a body shot
and Kleinschmidt counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Nice body kick from McCraken.
McCraken scores with a leg kick.
McCraken fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kleinschmidt checks it well.
McCraken throws a front kick aimed at Kleinschmidt's knee but Kleinschmidt avoids it well.
McCraken takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kleinschmidt slips a straight right by McCraken.
McCraken connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kleinschmidt's hands.
McCraken fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kleinschmidt lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kleinschmidt just misses with a punch to the body.
Kleinschmidt checks a low kick from McCraken.
A little jabbing left from Kleinschmidt on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for McCraken.
McCraken is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kleinschmidt can do to turn this around?#T3#
McCraken misses with a shot to the body
and Kleinschmidt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A good leg kick by McCraken.
McCraken lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kleinschmidt will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kleinschmidt needs to keep his hands up - McCraken had a free shot at his head there.#TD2#
Kleinschmidt dives in and scores a takedown into McCraken's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kleinschmidt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McCraken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McCraken keeping moving, preventing Kleinschmidt from controlling successfully.
Kleinschmidt being controlled here momentarily. #T4#
Kleinschmidt pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCraken is keeping the position for now.
Kleinschmidt preventing the sweep.
McCraken is trying to control the position but Kleinschmidt postures up.
McCraken is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position from guard on top but McCraken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kleinschmidt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McCraken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kleinschmidt in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McCraken trying to keep a closed guard but Kleinschmidt is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCraken misses with an uppercut.
A slapping leg kick lands for McCraken.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dougal McCraken dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Kleinschmidt throws a body shot but no joy.
Kleinschmidt takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kleinschmidt takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kleinschmidt misses with a hook.
McCraken swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from McCraken. Those never looked like landing.
McCraken gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kleinschmidt has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McCraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big right from Kleinschmidt misses.
McCraken fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt throws out a loose jab but McCraken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch there but McCraken circles away.
McCraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCraken lands a jab to Kleinschmidt's midsection.#T1#
McCraken shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McCraken lands with an overhand left.
McCraken scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
McCraken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kleinschmidt takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McCraken lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McCraken lands the left hand.
McCraken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slow jab from McCraken misses its intended target.
McCraken lands an overhand right.
McCraken misses with a right hand
and Kleinschmidt counters with a stiff right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A decent looking cross lands there for McCraken.#T2#
McCraken looks to score with a jab to the body but Kleinschmidt is just out of range.
Kleinschmidt now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kleinschmidt's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kleinschmidt throws a big shot that misses.
McCraken moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kleinschmidt moves away from the strike by McCraken.
McCraken listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kleinschmidt moves out of range as McCraken strikes.
It seemed like Kleinschmidt was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kleinschmidt 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.
McCraken scores with a punch to the head.
Kleinschmidt connects with a nice looking jab.
McCraken throws a combination that misses
and McCraken takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McCraken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kleinschmidt.
McCraken throws a jab when Kleinschmidt was well out of range.
Kleinschmidt misses with an uppercut
and McCraken counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McCraken throws out a powerful jab.#T3#
McCraken throws a chopping leg kick but Kleinschmidt manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kleinschmidt throws a poor cross that misses
and McCraken makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
McCraken with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McCraken lands with a nice combination. Kleinschmidt backs away looking to recover.
Kleinschmidt throws a body punch but McCraken moves out of range.
McCraken appears to be looking for a big counter.
McCraken lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McCraken lands a nice shot that snaps Kleinschmidt's head back.
Kleinschmidt throws an overhand right that lands on McCraken's shoulder, as McCraken tries to avoid the shot.
McCraken appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by McCraken!
McCraken lands a nice looking body shot.
McCraken misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by McCraken.#T4#
McCraken staying out of range there.
Nice uppercut lands for McCraken. That snapped Kleinschmidt's head back.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kleinschmidt loads up on a big right hand but McCraken slips the punch.
McCraken pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCraken misses with a body kick.
McCraken lands with a straight right. Kleinschmidt didn't see that one coming.
Rudolf Kleinschmidt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kleinschmidt is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCraken.
McCraken catches Kleinschmidt with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
McCraken lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McCraken scores with a shoulder strike.
Dougal McCraken is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McCraken misses with a hook to the ribs.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dougal McCraken showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McCraken, 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dougal McCraken!

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

 

Event: EMP Tower vs Marciano     
Date:   Jul 19, 2019
#R1#
Kleinschmidt on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Petersen. Petersen obviously looking to wear him down. #TD#
Petersen shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petersen postures up. #SUB#
Petersen drops back looking for a leg! Kleinschmidt is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kleinschmidt manages to kick Petersen off! Petersen jumps back into Kleinschmidt's guard. #SUB2#
Petersen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kleinschmidt has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Petersen has managed to get both his arms back between Kleinschmidt's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.
Kleinschmidt looking to control.
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.
Petersen is fighting to break Kleinschmidt's control of his arms but Kleinschmidt is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Petersen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Our spies down at at Touch Of Death Combat Academy inform us that Kleinschmidt has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T1#
Kleinschmidt working a defensive guard here.
Kleinschmidt controlling the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a triangle here but Petersen uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Kleinschmidt trying to control but Petersen flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#SUB#
Petersen working for a choke but Kleinschmidt is defending well.
Kleinschmidt is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Petersen off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Kleinschmidt wants to control his opponent's hands but Petersen gets his hands free.
Petersen is hanging on to Kleinschmidt's back as he tries to escape. #SUB#
Petersen is looking for the choke from the back position but Kleinschmidt is controlling his hands well.
Kleinschmidt tries to break free. #T2##SUB#
Petersen is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Kleinschmidt has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Petersen keeps control of the position as Kleinschmidt tries to break free.
Kleinschmidt's corner are yelling at him, telling him to just focus on controlling Petersen's hands.
Kleinschmidt looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Kleinschmidt is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Petersen seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Petersen is trying to stick to Kleinschmidt's back but Kleinschmidt is turning into Petersen. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Petersen's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Kleinschmidt.#T3#
Kleinschmidt's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Let's hope that Kleinschmidt has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Petersen trying to control the position.
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck.
Petersen is working hard here to advance position.
Petersen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Petersen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kleinschmidt is one step ahead there.
Kleinschmidt trying to control but Petersen is working from the bottom.
Kleinschmidt is pushing down on Petersen's leg trying to pass to half guard. Petersen is fighting to maintain full guard but Kleinschmidt has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kleinschmidt wants to pass the guard but Petersen is defending well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kleinschmidt in particular looking to stall.
Kleinschmidt looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt wants to work for an arm triangle but Petersen is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kleinschmidt is keen to just control but Petersen is a slippery customer.
Kleinschmidt is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Petersen reverses the position - he's now on top in Kleinschmidt's guard.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Don Petersen dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Petersen throws a poor cross that misses
and Kleinschmidt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kleinschmidt walks into a straight right hand from Petersen.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kleinschmidt darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Petersen throws a hook to the side of Kleinschmidt's head but Kleinschmidt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Good standup being displayed there by Petersen as he connects with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Petersen misses the target.
Kleinschmidt let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD#
Petersen feints and as Kleinschmidt raises his hands in defense, Petersen changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Don Petersen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Petersen trying to control but Kleinschmidt is working from the bottom.
Kleinschmidt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kleinschmidt throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Kleinschmidt looking to control.
Kleinschmidt working a defensive guard but Petersen manages to pass into side control anyway. #T1#
Kleinschmidt sneaks back into half guard.
Kleinschmidt is looking for a sweep. Petersen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Petersen is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kleinschmidt is controlling Petersen's trapped leg to prevent Petersen from advancing to side control.
Kleinschmidt is looking to improve his position.
Petersen is keen to just control but Kleinschmidt is a slippery customer.
Kleinschmidt is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Petersen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Petersen's back!
Kleinschmidt doesn't have the hooks in and Petersen manages to turn into his guard.
Kleinschmidt controls Petersen momentarily but Petersen frees himself. #T2#
Kleinschmidt is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position.
Kleinschmidt is controlling Petersen's posture.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.
Petersen controlling from the top position.
Petersen looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Petersen sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Petersen is now in half guard.
Kleinschmidt manages to get to full guard.
Kleinschmidt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.
Kleinschmidt is trying to keep Petersen in close.
Kleinschmidt being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kleinschmidt keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Petersen throws a shot from downtown. Kleinschmidt moves away and avoids it.
Petersen misses with a double jab.
Don Petersen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kleinschmidt smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Petersen throws a lazy right hand but Kleinschmidt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Petersen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kleinschmidt can do to turn this around?#TD#
Petersen drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kleinschmidt tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Petersen wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Petersen thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Petersen has hold of Kleinschmidt's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Kleinschmidt seems comfortable defending it but Petersen has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Kleinschmidt is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Kleinschmidt is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Petersen couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Don Petersen!
Don Petersen seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: EMP Kansalainen Vs Escobar     
Date:   Jun 28, 2019
#R1#
Wood throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wood throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Wood defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kleinschmidt.
Wood keeps the fight on the outside.
The fighters circling - Wood throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wood with a hook.
Wood with a jab.
Wood really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Kleinschmidt gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kleinschmidt dives in for a single leg takedown but Wood sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It looked like Wood was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt moves forwards but Wood connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kleinschmidt tests Wood's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wood scores with a nice strike.
Willie Wood seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab by Wood.
Kleinschmidt moves out of range as Wood strikes.
Kleinschmidt moves in looking to clinch but Wood pushes him off.
Wood is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T1#
Wood swats away the attempt to clinch by Kleinschmidt.
Wood scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Wood slips a jab from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kleinschmidt looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Willie Wood has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudolf Kleinschmidt.
Wood circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Wood to counter with a crisp jab.
Wood has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fight Factory in the buildup to the fight.
Wood waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kleinschmidt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kleinschmidt. Wood does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wood looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Wood is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Wood cracks a nice hook into Kleinschmidt's ribs.
Kleinschmidt throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Wood on the side of the head.
Wood is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T2#
Wood scores with a jab to the jaw.
Wood cracks Kleinschmidt with a good jab.
Wood is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kleinschmidt takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kleinschmidt takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Wood on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#KD2#
Kleinschmidt cracks Wood with a big right hand and Wood goes down!#ROC2#
Wood is rocked!
Kleinschmidt controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Oh Wood is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kleinschmidt passes Wood's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the action in half guard but Wood is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kleinschmidt looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kleinschmidt is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Kleinschmidt controlling from the full mount.
Kleinschmidt's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kleinschmidt mounts Wood! Really nice guard pass there!
Kleinschmidt controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt wants to finish this one by submission but Wood is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Kleinschmidt.
Wood seems to have got his legs back now.
Kleinschmidt trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kleinschmidt with good strikes from the mount here!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Wood is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Wood is trying to escape the mount.
Kleinschmidt trying to control but Wood is having none of it.
Kleinschmidt controlling the position easily from mount.
Wood is squirming around, avoiding Kleinschmidt's attempts to control the action.
Kleinschmidt wants to take Wood's back here but Wood is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Wood tries to hold on but Kleinschmidt pushes him away.
Kleinschmidt looking to control but Wood is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kleinschmidt is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Wood has given up his back.
Well, with Kleinschmidt on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Wood is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Kleinschmidt wants to control but Wood is keeping busy.
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 Willie Wood 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#
Nice uppercut there from Kleinschmidt.
Wood throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kleinschmidt counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#TD2#
Kleinschmidt closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Wood did well to prevent Kleinschmidt getting side control.
Wood wants to improve his position but Kleinschmidt is controlling well.
Kleinschmidt tries to pass to full mount but Wood defends it.
Wood is controlling Kleinschmidt's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Kleinschmidt tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wood knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt wants to take a breather but Wood is having none of it.
Kleinschmidt takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T1#
Wood tries to get to full guard but Kleinschmidt has control of the leg.
Kleinschmidt seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Wood is staying active underneath Kleinschmidt, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kleinschmidt stops Wood from getting back to his feet.
Wood tries to roll over but Kleinschmidt keeps him under control.
Kleinschmidt trying to pass the guard but Wood defending well.
Kleinschmidt is looking to take a break and control but Wood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kleinschmidt lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T2#
Kleinschmidt ducks under a wild hook from Wood.
Wood fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kleinschmidt manages to avoid it.#KD2#
Kleinschmidt catches Wood napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Wood to the canvas!
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!
Kleinschmidt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wood wants to get back to his feet but Kleinschmidt is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kleinschmidt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kleinschmidt trying to control but Wood is working from the bottom.
Kleinschmidt passes Wood's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kleinschmidt wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wood keeps working. #T3#
Wood is looking to improve his position.
Rudolf Kleinschmidt has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kleinschmidt is looking to take a break and control but Wood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Wood defends it well.
Kleinschmidt wants to free his trapped foot but Wood is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kleinschmidt passes to side control.
Kleinschmidt is looking to take a break and control but Wood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kleinschmidt has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kleinschmidt has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Wood!
Wood can't escape the position.
Wood is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kleinschmidt wants to control the pace but Wood is squirming around nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rudolf Kleinschmidt showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Wood connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Wood throws a jab when Kleinschmidt was well out of range.
Kleinschmidt lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A nice inside leg kick there by Wood. That's going to slow Kleinschmidt down.
Kleinschmidt closes this distance looking for a takedown but Wood circles away.
Kleinschmidt throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Wood to counter with a crisp jab.
Wood connects with a body shot that sends Kleinschmidt's belly button to the back.
Kleinschmidt connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wood swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wood fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kleinschmidt tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kleinschmidt misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Wood misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kleinschmidt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kleinschmidt! But no joy.
Kleinschmidt ducks under a wild hook from Wood.
Kleinschmidt takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice shot by Wood.
Wood looks to score with a jab to the body but Kleinschmidt is just out of range.
Kleinschmidt slips a jab and a cross from Wood.
Kleinschmidt scores with a jab to the head.
A chopping leg kick lands by Wood.
Kleinschmidt dives in and grabs Wood's left leg, looking for a takedown. Wood pushes down on Kleinschmidt's head and hops out.
Willie Wood has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudolf Kleinschmidt.
Wood ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kleinschmidt walks into a straight right hand from Wood.
Nice jab there from Wood.
Willie Wood is winning the standup battle so far.#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!
Kleinschmidt throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wood fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Wood feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kleinschmidt's calf.
Wood misses with a wild body shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kleinschmidt.
Wood lands with a right hand.
Wood's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kleinschmidt connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Wood scrambles back to his feet.
Good shot there by Wood.
A lazy left from Wood finds it's target.
Wood throws a jab but it's blocked by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T3#
Kleinschmidt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#ROC#
Kleinschmidt is rocked!
Kleinschmidt tries to close the distance and clinch up but Wood swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Willie Wood is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kleinschmidt throws a hook but Wood blocks it.
Wood stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kleinschmidt is still on wobbly legs! Can Wood finish him?
The fighters circling - Wood throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kleinschmidt swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kleinschmidt seems to have recovered his senses.#KD#
Wood feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Kleinschmidt sprawling to the canvas! Kleinschmidt rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Wood finish him?!
A looping hook to the body misses from Wood. Kleinschmidt does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kleinschmidt uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wood.
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 big left from Wood misses.
Kleinschmidt tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Wood swivels and escapes.
Kleinschmidt shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Wood cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kleinschmidt takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Wood slips under a jab.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Wood has knocked Kleinschmidt down with a huge combo! Wood steps away and waves a wobbly Kleinschmidt back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Kleinschmidt has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kleinschmidt misses with a lunging right hand
and Wood makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt pushes Wood up against the cage in a clinch.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Wood misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wood lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Wood's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#KD#
Wood cracks Kleinschmidt with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Wood has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Kleinschmidt to stand back up!
Wood lands a jab to Kleinschmidt's midsection.
Wood throws an overhand right that drops Kleinschmidt like a sack of potatoes! Wood dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Willie Wood!
After winning the bout, Willie Wood thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: EMP Araujo vs Lemieux     
Date:   May 10, 2019
#R1##CL2#
Kleinschmidt clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Kleinschmidt pulls Gallagher into guard.
Kleinschmidt controls Gallagher momentarily but Gallagher frees himself.
Gallagher tries to free his leg and advance position but Kleinschmidt is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kleinschmidt has Gallagher pulled in close to control his posture.
Gallagher wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gallagher wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gallagher would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Kleinschmidt can't keep his opponent in guard - Gallagher advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1#
Gallagher tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kleinschmidt knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gallagher is keen to just control but Kleinschmidt is a slippery customer.
Gallagher 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.
Kleinschmidt is pressing down on Gallagher's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Gallagher is pushing down on Kleinschmidt's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kleinschmidt is fighting to maintain full guard but Gallagher has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kleinschmidt has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gallagher is working away from the top position though.
Kleinschmidt moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gallagher working some strikes from top position.
Kleinschmidt pulls Gallagher in close to prevent any damage.
Gallagher working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kleinschmidt's head.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a triangle but Gallagher pushes his legs off easily.
Gallagher postures up.
Gallagher trying to control but Kleinschmidt is working from the bottom.
Gallagher postures up. #T2#
Gallagher wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.
Kleinschmidt seems keen to control Gallagher's posture.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gallagher postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Gallagher pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kleinschmidt is keeping the position for now.
Gallagher postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Gallagher throwing strikes but missing.
Gallagher postures up. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gallagher can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position but Gallagher postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Gallagher trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kleinschmidt looking to control.
Gallagher wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.
Gallagher with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gallagher lands a couple of digs.
Gallagher has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kleinschmidt keeping moving, preventing Gallagher from controlling successfully.
Kleinschmidt seems keen to control Gallagher's posture.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gallagher defends well.
Gallagher being controlled here momentarily.
Gallagher chips away with some ground and pound.#T4##SUB2#
Gallagher stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Kleinschmidt throws up his legs and catches Gallagher in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Gallagher tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Kleinschmidt! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
In his post fight interview, Rudolf Kleinschmidt started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Frank Gallagher spoke after the fight, saying 'No one likes seeing their opponent's hand raised, but that just means that they were the better man today. My team at 3Band MMA and I will break down this match and make the proper changes for my next camp.'.

 

Event: EMP Toivonen vs Hole     
Date:   Apr 20, 2019
#R1#
Kleinschmidt throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bulletzowich sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bulletzowich scores with a nice right hand.
Kleinschmidt takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bulletzowich throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kleinschmidt scores with a hook to the body. Bulletzowich takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bulletzowich ducks under a wild hook from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt throws a jab but it's blocked by Bulletzowich.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kleinschmidt darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bulletzowich throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kleinschmidt throws a body punch but Bulletzowich moves out of range.
Bulletzowich circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bulletzowich counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bulletzowich missing with a left hand there. Kleinschmidt was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1##CL2#
Kleinschmidt clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Bulletzowich has Kleinschmidt pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Bulletzowich pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Kleinschmidt tumbling to the mat - Bulletzowich dives into Kleinschmidt's guard.
Bulletzowich throwing strikes but missing.
Bulletzowich throws a big elbow that misses.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position.
Bulletzowich makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kleinschmidt controls Bulletzowich momentarily but Bulletzowich frees himself.
Bulletzowich slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Kleinschmidt controlling the position.
Bulletzowich throwing strikes from guard but Kleinschmidt blocks nicely. #T2#
Bulletzowich trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position here.
Bulletzowich connects with a couple of short punches.
Kleinschmidt controls Bulletzowich momentarily but Bulletzowich frees himself.
Kleinschmidt has momentary wrist control but Bulletzowich slips an elbow through the middle.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position.
Kleinschmidt controlling Bulletzowich's posture.
Bulletzowich content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bulletzowich stands and throws Kleinschmidt's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kleinschmidt is trying to improve his position.
Kleinschmidt manages to work his way to half guard, despite Bulletzowich's best efforts.
Kleinschmidt is trying to get back to full guard.
Kleinschmidt is still trying to improve position.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control but can't.
Kleinschmidt preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T4#
Bulletzowich missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kleinschmidt tries to get to full guard but Bulletzowich has control of the leg. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is defending against the submission attempts here by Bulletzowich.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but Bulletzowich is keeping busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bulletzowich not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bulletzowich landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boris Bulletzowich dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD#
Bulletzowich gets a double leg takedown into Kleinschmidt's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Our spies down at at Touch Of Death Combat Academy inform us that Kleinschmidt has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bulletzowich can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kleinschmidt has control of Bulletzowich's left arm, preventing Bulletzowich from doing any damage.
Kleinschmidt wants to control the position but Bulletzowich says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Kleinschmidt is looking to control Bulletzowich's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kleinschmidt avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bulletzowich trying to control the action but Kleinschmidt is working from the bottom.
Kleinschmidt keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Kleinschmidt tries to roll over but Bulletzowich keeps him under control.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Kleinschmidt manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kleinschmidt trying to keep a closed guard but Bulletzowich is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bulletzowich is aware though and is defending well.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bulletzowich defends well.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position.
Kleinschmidt might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bulletzowich haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Bulletzowich passes into half guard.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but Bulletzowich passes into side.
Boris Bulletzowich overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kleinschmidt struggling a bit here.
Kleinschmidt is looking for a sweep.
Bulletzowich working the head with strikes.
Kleinschmidt is trying to improve his position.
Kleinschmidt manages to work his way to half guard, despite Bulletzowich's best efforts.#SUB#
Bulletzowich is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kleinschmidt is just riding it out for now. Bulletzowich eventually gives up the hold.
Bulletzowich prevents Kleinschmidt from improving his position.#T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bulletzowich slips a nice elbow through Kleinschmidt's hands, connecting with Kleinschmidt's forehead.
Kleinschmidt wants to get back to full guard but Bulletzowich has mounted him!
Bulletzowich controlling the pace for now.
Bulletzowich wants to control the pace but Kleinschmidt is squirming around nicely.
Bulletzowich is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kleinschmidt is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Bulletzowich lands with some strikes.#T4#
Bulletzowich controlling the pace for now.
Bulletzowich cracks Kleinschmidt with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Bulletzowich lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Kleinschmidt is trying to escape the mount.
Kleinschmidt tries to hold on but Bulletzowich postures up.
Bulletzowich working away from the top, dropping strikes.#ROC#
Kleinschmidt is rocked!
Kleinschmidt is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bulletzowich punishing his opponent with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boris Bulletzowich dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bulletzowich cracks Kleinschmidt with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Kleinschmidt tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Bulletzowich pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Kleinschmidt is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boris Bulletzowich!
After winning the bout, Boris Bulletzowich thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: EMP Jodson vs Boaz     
Date:   Mar 30, 2019
#R1#
Kleinschmidt on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Raske. Raske obviously looking to wear him down.
Kleinschmidt misses with a hook.
Raske uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kleinschmidt.
Raske explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kleinschmidt drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Raske scoring well with a low kick there.
A telegraphed right hand from Kleinschmidt misses the target.
Raske lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Raske changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Raske works the jab nicely.
Kleinschmidt lands a head shot.#CUT#
It looks like Thomas Raske 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!
Kleinschmidt shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kleinschmidt misses the jab.
Raske throws an overhand right that lands on Kleinschmidt's shoulder, as Kleinschmidt tries to avoid the shot.
Raske lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kleinschmidt's sensitive parts.
Kleinschmidt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Raske avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Raske! But no joy.#CL2#
Raske darts in and clinches Kleinschmidt up against the cage.
Raske lands a hook that snaps the head of Kleinschmidt backwards.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Raske walks away with a smile on his face. Kleinschmidt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Raske blocks a jab.
Thomas Raske is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Raske lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kleinschmidt tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A chopping leg kick lands by Raske.
Raske misses with a body kick.
Kleinschmidt is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Raske's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Kleinschmidt fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kleinschmidt takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Raske chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch there but Raske circles away.
A jab from Raske does it's job there.
Kleinschmidt lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Raske at a distance.
Raske uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kleinschmidt.
Raske scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Raske connects with a solid leg kick.
Kleinschmidt lands a head shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The fighters circle momentarily. Raske darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Raske digs a good body shot into Kleinschmidt's ribs.
Kleinschmidt is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kleinschmidt throws a looping overhand right but Raske ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Raske dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kleinschmidt. That did some damage!
Raske loads up on a big right hand but Kleinschmidt slips the punch.
Kleinschmidt connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Raske momentarily.
Raske cracks Kleinschmidt with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Raske lands with an uppercut that bounces Kleinschmidt off the cage and back into range.
Raske cracks Kleinschmidt with a good jab.
Kleinschmidt takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Raske uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kleinschmidt has time to react.
A good leg kick by Raske.
Raske jabs at Kleinschmidt's body.
Raske scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kleinschmidt doesn't seem bothered though.
Raske with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kleinschmidt lands a nice shot to the body.
Kleinschmidt takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Raske throws a hook but Kleinschmidt avoids it easily.
Raske moves out of range as Kleinschmidt strikes.
Kleinschmidt misses the jab.
Raske has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kleinschmidt throws a jab when Raske was well out of range.#T3#
Raske throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kleinschmidt moves forwards but Raske connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Raske is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kleinschmidt had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
No luck for Kleinschmidt with that takedown attempt.
Kleinschmidt on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Raske. Raske obviously looking to wear him down.
Kleinschmidt steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Raske. That one must have hurt.
Raske stuns Kleinschmidt with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Raske scores with a nice head shot.
Raske thumps Kleinschmidt with a low kick.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt tries to keep at a distance but Raske has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Raske smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice leg kick lands there from Raske.
Kleinschmidt stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Raske punishes Kleinschmidt's body with a nice straight punch.
Kleinschmidt has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Raske finds it's way round the side to connect with Kleinschmidt's head.
A solid leg kick lands there for Raske.
Kleinschmidt fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kleinschmidt is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kleinschmidt 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.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Raske misses with a body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Raske.
An inside leg kick lands from Raske.
Raske lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kleinschmidt ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Raske walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Raske buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kleinschmidt looks to land a right hand but Raske moved out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Raske dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Raske'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#
Raske throws a quick inside leg kick.
Raske lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Raske buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Thomas Raske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kleinschmidt is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kleinschmidt throws a shot from downtown. Raske moves away and avoids it.
Raske scores with a leg kick.
Raske feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kleinschmidts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Raske scores with a shot to the body.
Thomas Raske seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kleinschmidt moves forwards but Raske connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Nice jab there from Kleinschmidt.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Raske.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kleinschmidt walks forward, straight into a front kick from Raske.
Kleinschmidt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Raske moves away.
Kleinschmidt misses with a lunging right hand
and Raske counters with a slapping leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Raske. That's going to slow Kleinschmidt down.
Raske has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Raske has managed to clinch. #T1#
Kleinschmidt blocks a body shot from Raske.
Raske presses Kleinschmidt against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Raske turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A shot in the inside from Raske.
Raske lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kleinschmidt backwards.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Raske turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Raske struggles to land a body shot inside as Kleinschmidt controls his hands.
Raske misses with some punches.
Raske works on Kleinschmidt's body with a couple of short punches.
Raske throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kleinschmidts head.
Raske swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Raske can't find room to land a body shot as Kleinschmidt controls the action.
Nice body punch from Raske.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Raske has him pressed against the cage.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Raske won't allow it.
Raske lands with a left to the head.
Raske scores with a shot to the side of Kleinschmidt's head.
Raske struggles to land a body shot inside as Kleinschmidt controls his hands.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Raske holds him up against the cage and eventually Kleinschmidt drops back down to his feet.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull guard. #T2#
Raske doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Raske has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Raske forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Raske misses with a body punch.
Raske tries to throw a body punch but Kleinschmidt avoids it by throwing Raske back against the cage.
Raske misses with a body punch.
Raske lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Raske lands with a short shot to the head.
Raske doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Raske lands a shot to the body.
Raske is working Kleinschmidt over against the cage.
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Raske smiles and moves away.
Raske avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kleinschmidt just misses with a punch to the body.
Raske lands a head shot.
A good leg kick by Raske.
Raske scores with a nice body kick.
Raske chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Raske misses with a head kick. #T3#
Kleinschmidt tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kleinschmidt misses the jab.
Raske wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Raske scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kleinschmidt dodges the punch combination from Raske.
Kleinschmidt throws a jab when Raske was well out of range.
Raske was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Raske connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kleinschmidt momentarily.
Kleinschmidt connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Raske misses with the combination.
Raske keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kleinschmidt.
An inside leg kick lands from Raske.
A jab from Kleinschmidt misses.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch but Raske is having none of it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kleinschmidt. Raske does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Raske throws a head kick but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Raske misses with a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Raske cracks the inside of Kleinschmidt's front leg.
Raske cracks the inside of Kleinschmidt's front leg.
Kleinschmidt throws a hook to the side of Raske's head but Raske sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Raske scores with a leg kick. #CL#
Kleinschmidt rushes Raske and presses him up against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Raske.
Raske lands a hook to the side of the head.
Raske tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Raske misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Raske forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Kleinschmidt prevents a body shot from Raske.
Raske lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Raske misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Raske throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Raske tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull guard.
Raske presses Kleinschmidt against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Raske showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Thomas Raske'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#
Raske cracks Kleinschmidt with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Raske connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Raske, right into the meat.
Kleinschmidt gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Raske.
Raske looks to land a left hand but Kleinschmidt moved out of range nicely.
Raske throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kleinschmidt on the side of the head.
Raske scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Kleinschmidt throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kleinschmidt tries to close the distance and clinch up but Raske swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kleinschmidt misses with a looping right.
Kleinschmidt looks to throw the jab but Raske is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Raske cracks the inside of Kleinschmidt's front leg.
Raske slips under a jab.
A head kick from Raske lands but Kleinschmidt takes it in his stride.
Raske tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Raske fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kleinschmidt.
Raske throws a hook to the side of Kleinschmidt's head but Kleinschmidt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Raske.
A shot to the liver by Kleinschmidt. Beautiful body shot.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kleinschmidt. #ES2#
Raske sneaks out the side door and pushes Kleinschmidt away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Raske throws a head kick that half lands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Raske circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice defenses there by Raske.
Kleinschmidt chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Raske can pounce on him.
Kleinschmidt waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Raske.
Kleinschmidt backing away here, and Raske unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Raske cracks Kleinschmidt with a good jab.
Raske connects with a single shot there.
Raske sizes up Kleinschmidt with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Raske takes one on the button.
Raske lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Raske steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kleinschmidt.
Raske throws a jab when Kleinschmidt was well out of range.
Raske lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Raske fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kleinschmidt has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Raske displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kleinschmidt throws out the jab.
Kleinschmidt stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Raske.
Raske lands a jab to the nose.
Raske tries to land a body kick
and Kleinschmidt counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC#
Raske is rocked!#CUT#
That has opened up Thomas Raske's cut even more.
Raske lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kleinschmidt will feel that in the morning.
Raske is still on wobbly legs! Can Kleinschmidt finish him?
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Raske, right into the meat.
Raske seems to have recovered his senses.
Raske lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kleinschmidt will feel that in the morning.
Raske fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kleinschmidt has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kleinschmidt fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Raske avoids it really well and circles away.#T3##CL2#
Raske gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kleinschmidt takes a shot to the head.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Raske won't allow it.
Raske working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Raske won't allow it.
Raske struggles to land a body shot inside as Kleinschmidt controls his hands.
Kleinschmidt prevents a body shot from Raske.
A body shot lands from Raske.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Raske misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Raske lands an uppercut.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Raske struggles to land a body shot inside as Kleinschmidt controls his hands.
Raske tries to work over Kleinschmidt's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Raske lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Raske doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Raske to keep the fight standing.#T4#
Raske working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull guard. #TD#
Kleinschmidt jumps into guard, dragging Raske to the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Raske is looking to stand up but Kleinschmidt won't let him.
Kleinschmidt is trying to keep Raske in close.
Raske is looking to stand up but Kleinschmidt won't let him. #SU2#
Kleinschmidt is working an open guard so Raske takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Kleinschmidt on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Raske. Raske obviously looking to wear him down.
Rudolf Kleinschmidt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Good leg kick by Raske there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up.
Kleinschmidt takes one to the side of the head.
Raske throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kleinschmidt loads up on a big right hand but Raske slips the punch.
Kleinschmidt stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Raske.
Raske feints and then cracks Kleinschmidt's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kleinschmidt down.
That kick from Raske tenderised Kleinschmidt's leg. Kleinschmidt is trying to keep his angry face on.

And that's the end of the fight!
Thomas Raske comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Raske 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Raske!

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

 

Event: EMP Piano vs Butabi     
Date:   Mar 17, 2019
#R1#
Kleinschmidt closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kleinschmidt loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kleinschmidt is defended easily by Partio.
Partio lands with a right hand.
Nice takedown defense from Partio. No joy for Kleinschmidt on that attempt.
Partio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A nice inside leg kick there by Partio. That's going to slow Kleinschmidt down.
Good standup being displayed there by Partio as he connects with a hook.
Partio scores with a leg kick.
Kleinschmidt throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kleinschmidt.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kleinschmidt.
An inside leg kick lands from Partio.
A big right from Kleinschmidt misses. #T1#
Kleinschmidt connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Partio momentarily.
Good leg kick by Partio there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A swing and a miss from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Partio. Partio obviously looking to wear him down.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Partio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Partio moves out of range as Kleinschmidt strikes.
Kleinschmidt tries to move into range but Partio moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Partio throws a jab when Kleinschmidt was well out of range.
Partio thuds a left hand into Kleinschmidt's body.#CL2#
Partio gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Partio has him pressed against the cage.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Partio won't allow it.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Partio just stands there and leans against the cage.#T2##TD#
Kleinschmidt successfully pulls guard.
Kleinschmidt is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Partio tries to stand but Kleinschmidt is controlling from the bottom. #SU2#
Partio gets to his feet - Kleinschmidt follows without any prompting.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Partio darts in and clinches Kleinschmidt up against the cage.
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Partio smiles and moves away.
Kleinschmidt waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Kleinschmidt shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Partio but Partio pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL#
Kleinschmidt drives through and clinches with Partio against the cage. #BC#
Kleinschmidt manages to break the clinch.
Kleinschmidt misses with a right hand
enabling Partio to counter with a crisp jab.
Kleinschmidt has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Partio.
Kleinschmidt looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kleinschmidt is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Partio moves away from the strike by Kleinschmidt.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Kleinschmidt off balance momentarily.
Partio connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kleinschmidt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Partio lands an overhand right.
Kleinschmidt throws the left hand but Partio avoids the punch easily.
Partio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kleinschmidt tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A big left from Partio misses.
Partio fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kleinschmidt on the side of the head.
Partio lands a body shot. #CL2#
Partio has Kleinschmidt up against the cage in a clinch.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Partio walks away with a smile on his face. Kleinschmidt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Partio connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kleinschmidt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Partio with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T4#
Kleinschmidt takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kleinschmidt shoots in but Partio avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Donk. Partio catches Kleinschmidt right on the button with a cross.
Partio feints and then cracks Kleinschmidt's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kleinschmidt down.
Partio with a nice cross.
A telegraphed right hand from Kleinschmidt misses the target. #CL2#
Kleinschmidt tries to keep at a distance but Partio has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Partio won't allow it.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Partio stands there with Kleinschmidt around his waist. Kleinschmidt 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.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull guard.
Partio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kleinschmidt blocks an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kleinschmidt throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Kleinschmidt throws a body shot but no joy.
Kleinschmidt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Kleinschmidt punishes Partio's body with a nice straight punch.
Kleinschmidt misses with a hook.
Partio fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kleinschmidt missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Partio has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Partio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Partio fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kleinschmidt has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Partio plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kleinschmidt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kleinschmidt moves forwards but Partio connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Partio lands a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kleinschmidt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter punch.
Partio slips a straight right by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Partio's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Kleinschmidt throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Partio connects with a jab.
Partio moves out of range as Kleinschmidt strikes.
Partio misses with a hook.
A big right from Kleinschmidt misses.
Kleinschmidt cracks Partio with a good jab.
Partio throws a one two combo.
Kleinschmidt waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Nice jab there from Partio.
Kleinschmidt is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Partio feints and then cracks Kleinschmidt's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kleinschmidt down.
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big left from Kleinschmidt misses.
Kleinschmidt shoots in looking for a takedown but Partio manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kleinschmidt's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#KD2#
Partio lands a big head kick that sends Kleinschmidt tumbling to the mat! Partio takes a step backwards and waves Kleinschmidt back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Kleinschmidt is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kleinschmidt takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Oh Kleinschmidt is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kleinschmidt uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Partio has time to react.#T2#
Partio lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kleinschmidt chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
A nice inside leg kick there by Partio. That's going to slow Kleinschmidt down.
Kleinschmidt looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Partio has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kleinschmidt finds it's way round the side to connect with Partio's head.
Kleinschmidt seems to have got his legs back now.
Kleinschmidt bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Partio's head backwards.
Kleinschmidt takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kleinschmidt misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Partio walks into a stiff left hand from Kleinschmidt.
Partio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kleinschmidt takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Partio catches Kleinschmidt with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kleinschmidt throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Partio moves into range and clinches up with Kleinschmidt.
Partio lands with a left to the head. #TD#
Kleinschmidt has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Partio uses from the top position. #T3##SU2#
Partio decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #CL2#
Kleinschmidt tries to keep at a distance but Partio has taken the fight into the clinch.
Partio works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Partio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Partio manages to break the clinch.
Kleinschmidt changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Partio tries to avoid it but Kleinschmidt manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Partio to the ground. Partio escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kleinschmidt.
Partio flicks out a counter leg kick but Kleinschmidt steps away.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up.
Kleinschmidt looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Kleinschmidt scores with a hook to the body. Partio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kleinschmidt.
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Kleinschmidt off balance momentarily.#T4#
Kleinschmidt throws a big shot that misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Partio. That snapped Kleinschmidt's head back.
Partio moves away from the strike by Kleinschmidt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Partio lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Kleinschmidt misses with a body shot.
Kleinschmidt takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up.
Kleinschmidt fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Partio turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Partio throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3##KD2#
Partio drops Kleinschmidt with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kleinschmidt looks back up at him and smiles so Partio waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Kleinschmidt's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Partio connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kleinschmidt scrambles back to his feet.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Partio moves into range and clinches up with Kleinschmidt.
Partio working aggressively here.
Partio lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kleinschmidt or not.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Partio forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Partio fails to land.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Polliisi Partio seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Partio can't find room to land a body shot as Kleinschmidt controls the action.
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!
Kleinschmidt tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Partio lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Partio misses with a punch on the inside.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Partio holds him up against the cage and eventually Kleinschmidt drops back down to his feet.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Partio stands there with Kleinschmidt around his waist. Kleinschmidt gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Partio smiles and moves away. #T1#
Partio throws a leg kick which misses Kleinschmidt's front leg but catches the back leg as Kleinschmidt tries to avoid it.
Kleinschmidt with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Partio to score with a decent uppercut.
Partio with a jab.
Partio lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Partio cracks Kleinschmidt on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Kleinschmidt falls backwards against the cage. Partio follows up with more strikes that drop Kleinschmidt to his knees. Partio keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Kleinschmidt! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Polliisi Partio!
In his post fight interview, Polliisi Partio started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: EMP Escobar vs P.Sitsongrit     
Date:   Mar 02, 2019
#R1##TD#
Kleinschmidt shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lopez manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kleinschmidt has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Kleinschmidt from controlling successfully.
Lopez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kleinschmidt's guard. #REVB#
Kleinschmidt controls Lopez momentarily but Lopez frees himself. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lopez is aware though and is defending well.
Kleinschmidt working a defensive guard here.
Kleinschmidt is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lopez is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt is really struggling to control Lopez but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Kleinschmidt keeping moving, preventing Lopez from controlling successfully.
Kleinschmidt seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T1#
Lopez works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kleinschmidt wants to get back to full guard.
Lopez trying to mount his opponent but Kleinschmidt defends it.
Kleinschmidt wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Lopez is looking for a kimura but Kleinschmidt is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lopez to get the leverage.
Kleinschmidt is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Kleinschmidt slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lopez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kleinschmidt is keeping the position for now.
Kleinschmidt has control of Lopez's left arm, preventing Lopez from doing any damage. #T2#
Lopez looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lopez pushes down on Kleinschmidt's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lopez passes to side control.
Kleinschmidt can't do much from the bottom here.
Kleinschmidt is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lopez is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kleinschmidt is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kleinschmidt is being controlled here. #T3#
Kleinschmidt tries to improve position but can't.
Kleinschmidt prevents Lopez from improving position.
Kleinschmidt tries to bench press Lopez off him but Lopez keeps the position.
Kleinschmidt is not content to let Lopez control the position.
Kleinschmidt gets back to half guard.
Kleinschmidt is pressing down on Lopez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt working for a triangle but Lopez defends it easily.
Kleinschmidt trying to keep a closed guard but Lopez is proving a slippery customer. #T4##SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a triangle here but Lopez uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Lopez has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Kleinschmidt is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kleinschmidt is squirming around, avoiding Lopez's attempts to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nate Lopez dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt is looking to take a break and control but Lopez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kleinschmidt tries to advance to mount but can't.
Lopez sneaks back into half guard.
Kleinschmidt frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez can't escape the position.
Lopez tries to hold on but Kleinschmidt postures up.
Lopez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T1#
Kleinschmidt avoids the attempt from Lopez to control.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Lopez is surviving well by controlling Kleinschmidt's body position as best he can.
Kleinschmidt prevents Lopez from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Lopez has worked his arm free - good work by Lopez! #SUB#
Kleinschmidt working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kleinschmidt tries to advance to mount but can't. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kleinschmidt postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kleinschmidt advances to full mount.
Lopez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kleinschmidt looking to control but Lopez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kleinschmidt prevents Lopez from getting the reversal.
Lopez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kleinschmidt can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lopez is looking to escape.
Lopez tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T3#
Kleinschmidt trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kleinschmidt moves to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Kleinschmidt gets his hands free as Lopez looks to control. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt looking to break Lopez's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Lopez remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Kleinschmidt will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Kleinschmidt gets his hands free as Lopez looks to control. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt looking for the choke but no joy.
Kleinschmidt thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent. #T4##SUB#
Kleinschmidt is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Lopez has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Lopez has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Lopez has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking for the choke from the back position but Lopez is controlling his hands well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Kleinschmidt looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt working for the choke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rudolf Kleinschmidt dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Lopez lands with an overhand left.
Kleinschmidt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lopez misses with a straight left.
A counter left hand to the body from Kleinschmidt misses its target.
Kleinschmidt waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lopez.#CL#
Kleinschmidt gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Kleinschmidt drags the fight down to the ground.
Kleinschmidt is trying to keep Lopez in close.
Lopez content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt has his foot on Lopez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lopez works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Kleinschmidt is trying to keep Lopez in close.
Lopez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kleinschmidt is keeping the position for now.
Kleinschmidt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lopez sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kleinschmidt's guard.
Kleinschmidt is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lopez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lopez's back!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Kleinschmidt's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Lopez tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kleinschmidt wants to take his opponent's back but Lopez doesn't allow it.
Kleinschmidt tries to control but Lopez wriggling away. #T2#
Lopez tries to lock up and control but Kleinschmidt gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kleinschmidt is looking to work his way around to Lopez's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Kleinschmidt prevents Lopez from getting the reversal.
Kleinschmidt wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Kleinschmidt is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lopez can do to turn this around?
Kleinschmidt looking to finish with strikes here!
Kleinschmidt trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kleinschmidt with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Lopez tries to lock up and control but Kleinschmidt gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Kleinschmidt trying to control but Lopez is having none of it. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Lopez is on top in guard.
Kleinschmidt is trying to keep Lopez in close. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lopez trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Lopez thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T4#
Kleinschmidt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lopez passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Lopez advances to mount.
Lopez prevents Kleinschmidt from getting the reversal.
Kleinschmidt gets back to half guard.
Lopez trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Lopez maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Kleinschmidt could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Lopez has cracked it and Kleinschmidt is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Lopez!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nate Lopez!
Nate Lopez bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: EMP OWF Bunyasarn v Paddington     
Date:   Feb 09, 2019
#R1#
Kleinschmidt walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice defenses there by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Shark defends well and Kleinschmidt ends up having to push Shark into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Shark appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Shark throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Kleinschmidt drives through and clinches with Shark against the cage. #BC2#
Shark manages to break the clinch.
Shark throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Shark takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kleinschmidt is looking to clinch but Shark is avoiding it.
Shark replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Kleinschmidt blocks it well.
Shark connects with a nice looking jab. #CL2#
Shark clinches up against the cage.
Kleinschmidt misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kleinschmidt is looking to control Shark's arms but Shark gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kleinschmidt has his back to the cage. #TD#
Kleinschmidt pulls guard successfully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kleinschmidt looking to control. #T1#
Kleinschmidt is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Shark gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kleinschmidt is adopting a defensive guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shark 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.
Kleinschmidt pulls Shark in close to his closed guard and prevents Shark from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt has his foot on Shark's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Shark works his way back into a safe position though.
Kleinschmidt keeping full guard, as Shark tries to pass. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt has his foot on Shark's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Shark works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shark doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Shark manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Shark got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kleinschmidt has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shark has managed to get both his arms back between Kleinschmidt's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3##SUB#
Kleinschmidt is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Shark looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kleinschmidt definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Shark gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kleinschmidt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Shark must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shark doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kleinschmidt is tightening it up a little... Shark has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Shark reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Shark taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kleinschmidt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
After the fight, Rudolf Kleinschmidt 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.
The defeated Power Shark had this to say: 'Bullshit!'.

 

Event: EMP Kleinschmidt vs MacGowen     
Date:   Jan 11, 2019
#R1##CL2#
MacGowan takes the fight into the clinch.
I was talking to Kleinschmidt's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD#
Kleinschmidt successfully pulls guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells MacGowan's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
MacGowan with a nice head shot there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a triangle but MacGowan pushes his legs off easily.
MacGowan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
MacGowan cracks Kleinschmidt with a solid left hand.
MacGowan postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
MacGowan throws a big elbow that misses.
MacGowan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
MacGowan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
MacGowan working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
MacGowan working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. MacGowan defends it easily.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
MacGowan trying to control but Kleinschmidt is working from the bottom. #T1#
Kleinschmidt avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells MacGowan's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
MacGowan with a flurry of punches that miss.
MacGowan distracts Kleinschmidt with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
MacGowan trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacGowan working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
MacGowan scoring with some ground and pound.
MacGowan postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
MacGowan in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
MacGowan with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacGowan defends well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kleinschmidt avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. MacGowan defends it easily.
MacGowan working some strikes from top position.#T2##SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacGowan defends well.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position but MacGowan postures up.
MacGowan cracks Kleinschmidt with a solid left hand.
MacGowan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
MacGowan postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
MacGowan distracts Kleinschmidt with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw MacGowan working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
MacGowan stands up over Kleinschmidt, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
MacGowan working some strikes from top position.
MacGowan postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kleinschmidt looking to control.
MacGowan is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a triangle but MacGowan pushes his legs off easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Kleinschmidt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MacGowan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. MacGowan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
MacGowan lands a couple of digs.#T3#
MacGowan works over Kleinschmidt with some ground and pound from guard.
MacGowan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
MacGowan is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kleinschmidt working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacGowan content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #ROC2#
Kleinschmidt is rocked!
MacGowan is working Kleinschmidt over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Oh Kleinschmidt is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kleinschmidt trying to keep a closed guard but MacGowan is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MacGowan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kleinschmidt seems to have got his legs back now.
MacGowan makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
MacGowan in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
MacGowan makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kleinschmidt is trying to keep MacGowan in close.
MacGowan landing some decent shots from guard.
MacGowan throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
MacGowan is working Kleinschmidt over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
MacGowan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
MacGowan connects with a couple of short punches.
MacGowan postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kleinschmidt keeping moving, preventing MacGowan from controlling successfully.
Kleinschmidt utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
MacGowan postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MacGowan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
MacGowan content to stall in guard here.
MacGowan with a nice head shot there.
Kleinschmidt is trying to keep MacGowan in close.
MacGowan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt looking for a guillotine here but MacGowan defends easily. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacGowan defends well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shane MacGowan dominated that round.
That's time! Kleinschmidt's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL2#
MacGowan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kleinschmidt tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
MacGowan lands a left hand.
Kleinschmidt tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but MacGowan turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kleinschmidt blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
MacGowan scores a nice knee to the body.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but MacGowan turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but MacGowan has him pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short uppercut from MacGowan.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables MacGowan to keep the fight standing.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but MacGowan forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
Kleinschmidt pulls MacGowan into guard.
MacGowan lands a couple of elbows.
MacGowan stands up over Kleinschmidt, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Kleinschmidt is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
MacGowan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
MacGowan content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
MacGowan content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
MacGowan scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but MacGowan can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
MacGowan landing some decent shots from guard.
MacGowan working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
MacGowan scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Shane MacGowan has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kleinschmidt looking to control.
MacGowan scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Kleinschmidt has momentary wrist control but MacGowan slips an elbow through the middle.
MacGowan landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MacGowan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. MacGowan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kleinschmidt working a defensive guard here.
MacGowan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
MacGowan works over Kleinschmidt with some ground and pound from guard.
Kleinschmidt has momentary wrist control but MacGowan slips an elbow through the middle.
MacGowan trying to control but Kleinschmidt is working from the bottom.
MacGowan lands a couple of digs.
MacGowan chips away with some ground and pound.
Kleinschmidt has momentary wrist control but MacGowan slips an elbow through the middle.
MacGowan is working Kleinschmidt over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
MacGowan chips away with some ground and pound.
MacGowan passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacGowan lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T3#
Kleinschmidt tries to get back to half guard but can't.
MacGowan landing strikes.
MacGowan landing a few strikes.
MacGowan scores with punches from side control.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but MacGowan postures up.
A big shot lands for MacGowan! That's hurt Kleinschmidt! Will he recover? MacGowan fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shane MacGowan!
Shane MacGowan thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: EMP SF 2: Gray vs Cooke     
Date:   Dec 15, 2018
#R1#
Hepple throws a series of punches but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Kleinschmidt seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Hepple moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hepple lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kleinschmidt circles away quickly and effectively.
Kleinschmidt half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hepple has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kleinschmidt is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kleinschmidt rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hepple counters with a nice uppercut.
Hepple misses with a hook. Kleinschmidt ducked under it nicely.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hepple getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Hepple misses with a looping left.
Kleinschmidt throwing a counter right hand but Hepple manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hepple connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kleinschmidt scrambles back to his feet.
Ronnie Hepple seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hepple ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kleinschmidt moves away.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kleinschmidt definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kleinschmidt steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hepple.
Kleinschmidt moves out of range as Hepple strikes.
Kleinschmidt wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T1#
Nice cross by Kleinschmidt.
Hepple misses with a wild combination.
Sloppy strikes from Hepple. Those never looked like landing.
Kleinschmidt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hepple throws an overhand right that lands on Kleinschmidt's shoulder, as Kleinschmidt tries to avoid the shot.
Hepple misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hepple.
Hepple throws a jab when Kleinschmidt was well out of range.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Hepple misses the jab.
Hepple throws out a loose jab but Kleinschmidt uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Kleinschmidt takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kleinschmidt gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hepple counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kleinschmidt blocks a jab.
Kleinschmidt tries to counter by clinching up but Hepple breaks away and moves out of range.
Hepple ducks under a wild hook from Kleinschmidt.
Hepple keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hepple misses the shot to the body.
Kleinschmidt slips under a jab from Hepple.
Hepple lands a jab-cross combination. #T3#
Hepple keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hepple takes one to the side of the head.
Hepple is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kleinschmidt.
Hepple misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kleinschmidt counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Kleinschmidt moves into range and clinches up with Hepple.#TD#
Kleinschmidt jumps guard and drags Hepple to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Hepple wanted to stand there but Kleinschmidt had control of the position. #SU2#
Hepple gets to his feet. Kleinschmidt looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Hepple 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.
Hepple scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up but Hepple circles away and keeps his distance.
Hepple throws a counter combo.
Hepple throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ronnie Hepple is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Kleinschmidt ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kleinschmidt drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hepple sprawls and moves away.
Hepple feints a jab promting Kleinschmidt to slip. Hepple then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kleinschmidt slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hepple scores with a jab to the head.
Hepple slips under a jab from Kleinschmidt.
Hepple pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter punch.
Hepple misses with an uppercut
and Kleinschmidt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hepple misses with an uppercut
and Kleinschmidt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kleinschmidt darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#ROC#
Hepple is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ronnie Hepple dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Kleinschmidt misses with an uppercut.
Nice uppercut lands for Hepple. That snapped Kleinschmidt's head back.
A big right from Kleinschmidt misses.
Hepple throws out a counter right but Kleinschmidt avoids it with no problem.
Kleinschmidt blocks a jab.
Kleinschmidt's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hepple connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kleinschmidt scrambles back to his feet.
Hepple looks to land a right hand but Kleinschmidt moved out of range.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hepple ducks under a wild hook from Kleinschmidt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hepple scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hepple lands a nice hook to Kleinschmidt's body. Kleinschmidt takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hepple throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
Hepple misses with a hook. Kleinschmidt ducked under it nicely.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL#
Kleinschmidt clinches up with Hepple and pushes him back against the cage.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hepple just stands there and leans against the cage.
Hepple lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kleinschmidt backwards.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hepple walks away with a smile on his face. Kleinschmidt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Hepple connects with a right hand. Kleinschmidt shakes it off.
Hepple connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kleinschmidt's hands.
Hepple misses with a few strikes there.
Kleinschmidt tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Hepple manages to circle out of the way.
Hepple ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kleinschmidt moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from Kleinschmidt misses the target.
A jab from Hepple misses.
Hepple clobbers Kleinschmidt with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T2#
Kleinschmidt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hepple misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kleinschmidt.
A little feinted left hand from Kleinschmidt on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kleinschmidt slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Kleinschmidt misses the target.
Hepple misses with a series of wild punches.
Hepple throws an off balance right hand #KD#
and Kleinschmidt counters with a right hand that sends Hepple tumbling to the canvas! Can Kleinschmidt finish him? He dives into Hepple's guard looking to do just that!
Hepple is still in real trouble! Can Kleinschmidt finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hepple is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kleinschmidt is controlling him.
Hepple seems to have recovered his senses.
Kleinschmidt passes Hepple's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kleinschmidt stops Hepple from getting back to his feet.
Kleinschmidt works his way into full mount!
Hepple is trying to get back to his feet but can't. #T3##SUB#
Kleinschmidt working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Hepple looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Kleinschmidt! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt 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: TGC 79     
Date:   Nov 03, 2018
#R1#
Chen Lo digs a good hook to Kleinschmidt's body.
Chen Lo throws a right hand that misses
and Kleinschmidt counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kleinschmidt blocks a low kick nicely.
Chen Lo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kleinschmidt moves away.
Chen Lo lands a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Kleinschmidt.#CL#
Kleinschmidt closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Chen Lo blocking some punches.
Kleinschmidt blocks a body shot from Chen Lo.
Chen Lo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kleinschmidt is keeping busy.
Chen Lo avoiding damage.
Kleinschmidt definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull guard. #BC2#
Chen Lo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Chen Lo moves out of range as Kleinschmidt strikes.
Chen Lo lands a nice shot that snaps Kleinschmidt's head back. #T1#
Chen Lo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kleinschmidt avoids the head kick by Chen Lo.
Timiko Chen Lo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Donk. Chen Lo catches Kleinschmidt right on the button with a cross.
Chen Lo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kleinschmidt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Chen Lo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Chen Lo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kleinschmidt manages to avoid it.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Chen Lo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chen Lo misses with a jab, cross combination.
Timiko Chen Lo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Chen Lo lands a slapping body shot.
Kleinschmidt looks to score with a jab to the body but Chen Lo is just out of range.
Chen Lo connects with a body shot that sends Kleinschmidt's belly button to the back.
We've been informed that Chen Lo 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.
Kleinschmidt tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Chen Lo paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T2#
Kleinschmidt avoids the head kick by Chen Lo.
Chen Lo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chen Lo lands a slapping body shot.
Chen Lo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A jab from Chen Lo misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Kleinschmidt misses its target.
Kleinschmidt cracks Chen Lo with an open hand slap.
Kleinschmidt throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Chen Lo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Chen Lo jabs at Kleinschmidt's body.
Chen Lo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kleinschmidt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kleinschmidt blocks a head kick by Chen Lo.
Chen Lo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Chen Lo throws a head kick but Kleinschmidt moves out of range. #T3#
Chen Lo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kleinschmidt throws a body punch but Chen Lo moves out of range.
Chen Lo lands a head kick!
Chen Lo lands a jab to Kleinschmidt's midsection.
Chen Lo with a hook.
Chen Lo throws a body punch but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
As Chen Lo tries to get set, Kleinschmidt tries to push him back and clinch up but Chen Lo manages to avoid the attempt.
Kleinschmidt avoids the body shot from Chen Lo.
Chen Lo tries a head kick but it misses.
Kleinschmidt gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Chen Lo scores with a hook to the body. Kleinschmidt takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T4#
Chen Lo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kleinschmidt.
Chen Lo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kleinschmidt counters with a stiff right hand.
Kleinschmidt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chen Lo was well out of range. Poor timing from Kleinschmidt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head kick misses from Chen Lo.
Kleinschmidt walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kleinschmidt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chen Lo.
Chen Lo misses the body punch
and Chen Lo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chen Lo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kleinschmidt ducks under a wild hook from Chen Lo.
Kleinschmidt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Chen Lo misses with a wild body shot.
Chen Lo looks to land a right hand but Kleinschmidt moved out of range.
Kleinschmidt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Timiko Chen Lo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Chen Lo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kleinschmidt takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kleinschmidt slips under a jab.
A swing and a miss from Chen Lo.
A head kick misses from Chen Lo.
Chen Lo misses with a right hand
and Kleinschmidt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Timiko Chen Lo has been cut.
Chen Lo throws a good cross that connects.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kleinschmidt looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chen Lo moves out of range of the strikes.
Timiko Chen Lo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Chen Lo throws a sloppy head kick
and Kleinschmidt counters with a stiff right hand.
Chen Lo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Chen Lo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Chen Lo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Chen Lo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Chen Lo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Chen Lo cracks Kleinschmidt with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A head kick misses from Chen Lo.
Chen Lo swings widly with a right hand #KD#
and Kleinschmidt counters with a left hand that sends Chen Lo to the canvas! #ROC#
Chen Lo is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Kleinschmidt is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Chen Lo is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Chen Lo has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Chen Lo is still in real trouble! Can Kleinschmidt finish him?#SUB#
Kleinschmidt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kleinschmidt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chen Lo seems to have recovered his senses.#T2##SUB#
Kleinschmidt throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Chen Lo escapes and throws Kleinschmidt's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kleinschmidt is looking to reverse the position.
Kleinschmidt is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Chen Lo off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Kleinschmidt goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Chen Lo escapes and is now in half guard on top.
Kleinschmidt makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kleinschmidt.#SU2#
Chen Lo gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T3#
Chen Lo lands with a shot to the body.
Chen Lo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kleinschmidt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Chen Lo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chen Lo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kleinschmidt moves out of range of the leg kick from Chen Lo.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter the offense by Chen Lo and move into the clinch.
Chen Lo misses with a right hand
and Kleinschmidt counters with a straight right hand.
Chen Lo throws a right hand that misses
and Kleinschmidt counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Chen Lo sizes up Kleinschmidt with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Chen Lo lands with a cross.
Kleinschmidt is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
Kleinschmidt takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Chen Lo throws out a leg kick but Kleinschmidt moves out of range and Chen Lo only half commits.
Kleinschmidt seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kleinschmidt blocks a head kick by Chen Lo.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kleinschmidt.#ROC#
Chen Lo is rocked!#CUT#
That has opened up Timiko Chen Lo's cut even more.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chen Lo lands a jab-cross combination.
Chen Lo is still on wobbly legs! Can Kleinschmidt finish him?
Chen Lo misses with a lunging right hand
and Kleinschmidt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chen Lo throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kleinschmidt avoids the head kick by Chen Lo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Timiko Chen Lo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Timiko Chen Lo's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kleinschmidt goes for a double leg but Chen Lo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Chen Lo continues to drive forward.
Chen Lo seems to have recovered his senses.
Kleinschmidt ducks under a wild hook from Chen Lo.
Chen Lo throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Kleinschmidt counters by clinching up. #TD#
Kleinschmidt pulls Chen Lo into guard. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt has an active guard here but Chen Lo has managed to pass into half guard.
Kleinschmidt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt looking for submissions off his back.
Kleinschmidt is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Kleinschmidt is pressing down on Chen Lo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kleinschmidt looking to control. #SU2#
Chen Lo stands up and waves to Kleinschmidt to follow him.
Chen Lo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Chen Lo misses the target.
Kleinschmidt takes one on the button.#T2#
Chen Lo connects with a crisp jab.
Chen Lo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Chen Lo throws a head kick that misses.
Kleinschmidt throwing a counter right hand but Chen Lo manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Chen Lo.
A head kick misses from Chen Lo.
It looked like Kleinschmidt wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kleinschmidt moves in looking to clinch but Chen Lo pushes him off.
Chen Lo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Chen Lo throws a jab but it's blocked by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt doesn't manage to clinch there - Chen Lo circles away.
Chen Lo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kleinschmidt.
An attempted straight right counter from Kleinschmidt misses the target.
Kleinschmidt avoids the head kick by Chen Lo. #T3#
Chen Lo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Chen Lo throws a nice looking combination but Kleinschmidt bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Chen Lo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kleinschmidt fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch there but Chen Lo circles away.
Kleinschmidt takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kleinschmidt is looking to clinch.
Chen Lo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kleinschmidt has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Chen Lo finds it's way round the side to connect with Kleinschmidt's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Chen Lo misses the target.
Chen Lo throws a one two combo. #ROC2#
Kleinschmidt is rocked!
Chen Lo looks to throw the jab but Kleinschmidt is out of range.
Kleinschmidt wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T4#
Chen Lo looks to score with a jab to the body but Kleinschmidt is just out of range.
Kleinschmidt was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kleinschmidt closes the distance but Chen Lo moves to the side
and Chen Lo counters with a crisp hook 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!
Chen Lo's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kleinschmidt under the eye.
Oh Kleinschmidt is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kleinschmidt moves out of range as Chen Lo strikes.
Rudolf Kleinschmidt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Timiko Chen Lo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kleinschmidt seems to have got his legs back now.
Chen Lo looks to score with a jab to the body but Kleinschmidt is just out of range.
Kleinschmidt takes one on the button.
Kleinschmidt is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Chen Lo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kleinschmidt takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Timiko Chen Lo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Chen Lo 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Timiko Chen Lo!

Jumping up and down and very excited, Timiko Chen Lo waved his t-shirt featuring Freebok (85% Laundry)'s logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: TGC 74     
Date:   Sep 22, 2018
#R1#
Kleinschmidt digs a good hook to Gallagher's body. #CL2#
Gallagher darts in and clinches Kleinschmidt up against the cage.
Gallagher misses with a body punch. #TD#
Kleinschmidt decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt working for a triangle but Gallagher defends it easily.
Gallagher wants to get up but he can't break Kleinschmidt's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gallagher defends well.
Kleinschmidt controls Gallagher momentarily but Gallagher frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gallagher is sitting in close to Kleinschmidt's body. Kleinschmidt has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Gallagher is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Gallagher is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Kleinschmidt.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
The defeated Frank Gallagher had this to say: 'No one likes seeing their opponent's hand raised, but that just means that they were the better man today. My team at 3Band MMA and I will break down this match and make the proper changes for my next camp.'.

 

Event: TGC 72 Hepple v Kleinschmidt 2     
Date:   Sep 01, 2018
#R1#
Good standup being displayed there by Hepple as he connects with a hook.
Hepple throws a looping overhand right but Kleinschmidt ducks down to avoid it.
Kleinschmidt wants to clinch.
Hepple getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kleinschmidt showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hepple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hepple slips under a jab from Kleinschmidt.
Hepple throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kleinschmidt on the side of the head.
Kleinschmidt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hepple.
We've been told by Hepple's head coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Hepple throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Hepple throws a series of punches but Kleinschmidt avoids them all with ease.
Kleinschmidt steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Hepple.
Kleinschmidt dodges the punch combination from Hepple.
A lazy left from Hepple finds it's target.
Kleinschmidt throws a body punch but Hepple moves out of range.
Hepple seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hepple takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Good shot there by Hepple.
Ronnie Hepple seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hepple dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kleinschmidt is looking to clinch but Hepple is avoiding it.
Hepple looks to throw the jab but Kleinschmidt is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kleinschmidt! But no joy.
Kleinschmidt throws out a powerful jab.#T2#
Kleinschmidt misses the jab.#CL#
Hepple closes the distance and pushes Kleinschmidt back into the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hepple lands a left hand. #BC#
Hepple breaks from the clinch.
Hepple misses with a looping left.
Kleinschmidt slips under a jab.
Jab, jab by Hepple - just one landing.
Kleinschmidt has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hepple finds it's way round the side to connect with Kleinschmidt's head.
Hepple lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Hepple swings widly with a right hand
and Kleinschmidt counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Hepple does it's job there.
Kleinschmidt takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ronnie Hepple is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Hepple misses the target.
It seemed like Kleinschmidt was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kleinschmidt blocks a jab.
Kleinschmidt slips a straight right by Hepple.
Kleinschmidt looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kleinschmidt drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Hepple is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kleinschmidt walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kleinschmidt throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hepple counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Hepple gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hepple throws a head punch that misses.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Kleinschmidt no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hepple escapes and throws Kleinschmidt's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kleinschmidt tries to buck Hepple off but Hepple is having none of it.#T4##SU#
Hepple has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Hepple throws out a loose jab but Kleinschmidt uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kleinschmidt uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hepple scores with a jab to the body.
Hepple is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Hepple throws a combination. Kleinschmidt tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Hepple lands a jab-cross combination.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch but Hepple is having none of it. #CL#
Hepple takes the fight into the clinch.
Hepple throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Hepple lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hepple to keep the fight standing.
Hepple lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ronnie Hepple 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#
Donk. Hepple catches Kleinschmidt right on the button with a cross.
Kleinschmidt scores with a nice right hand.
Hepple bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Hepple lands a lovely overhand right.
Hepple throws out a powerful jab.
Hepple is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kleinschmidt can do to turn this around?
Kleinschmidt slips a straight right by Hepple.
Hepple lands a nice hook to Kleinschmidt's body. Kleinschmidt takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hepple lands with a cross.
Hepple lands an overhand right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hepple steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kleinschmidt.
A big right from Hepple misses. #T1#
Hepple loads up on a big right hand but Kleinschmidt slips the punch.
Kleinschmidt swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kleinschmidt gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hepple scores with a decent looking hook.
Kleinschmidt moves out of range of the strikes.
Ronnie Hepple is winning the standup battle so far.
Kleinschmidt is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kleinschmidt throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kleinschmidt takes one to the chin there.
Hepple scores with a nice strike.
Hepple changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hepple misses with a looping left.
A nice side step and Kleinschmidt releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T2#
Kleinschmidt blocks a jab.
Hepple misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hepple throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Kleinschmidt to counter with a crisp jab.
Hepple scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kleinschmidt ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kleinschmidt tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hepple swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hepple scores with a shot to the body.
Hepple throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The crowd cheers as Kleinschmidt lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hepple doesn't seem phased though.
Kleinschmidt moves out of range as Hepple strikes.
Kleinschmidt tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL#
Hepple moves into the clinch.#T3#
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Hepple has him pressed against the cage.
Hepple throws a head punch that misses.
A shot in the inside from Hepple.
A short right from Hepple.
Hepple works on Kleinschmidt's body with a couple of short punches.
Hepple throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kleinschmidts head.
Hepple lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kleinschmidt or not.
Kleinschmidt is breathing heavily.
Hepple lands a hook that snaps the head of Kleinschmidt backwards.
Hepple lands a shot to the body.
Hepple lands a right hand. #BC#
Hepple's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hepple misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little jabbing left from Kleinschmidt on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kleinschmidt has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kleinschmidt there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kleinschmidt has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Hepple scores with a jab to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kleinschmidt misses with a takedown attempt - Hepple sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T4#
Hepple lands with a cross.
Hepple pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kleinschmidt back to the cage. Hepple follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#ROC#
Kleinschmidt is rocked!
Hepple connects with a nice looking jab.
Kleinschmidt is still on wobbly legs! Can Hepple finish him?
Hepple moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hepple lands with a hook. Kleinschmidt tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hepple keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Hepple throws a right hand that misses
and Kleinschmidt counters with a nice body shot.
Kleinschmidt seems to have recovered his senses.
Kleinschmidt ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kleinschmidt walks into a stiff left hand from Hepple.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ronnie Hepple dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Kleinschmidt throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kleinschmidt showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hepple. #CL#
Hepple rushes Kleinschmidt and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull guard.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hepple.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hepple just stands there and leans against the cage.
Kleinschmidt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hepple has a couple of punches blocked by Kleinschmidt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hepple lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hepple tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kleinschmidt blocks an uppercut. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt pulls Hepple into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a triangle but Hepple pushes his legs off easily. #T1##SU#
Hepple stands and steps away. Kleinschmidt gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Kleinschmidt misses with a hook.
Hepple scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hepple scores with a hook.
Hepple takes one to the side of the head.
Kleinschmidt takes one to the side of the head.
Kleinschmidt lands with a shot to the body.
Kleinschmidt is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CL#
Hepple rushes Kleinschmidt and presses him up against the cage.#T2#
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Hepple stands there with Kleinschmidt around his waist. Kleinschmidt gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Ronnie Hepple has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudolf Kleinschmidt.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kleinschmidt.
Hepple tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Hepple turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Hepple won't allow it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hepple cracks Kleinschmidt with a nice body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hepple.
Hepple swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Hepple turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Hepple lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kleinschmidt backwards.
Hepple lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kleinschmidt backwards.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Hepple stands there with Kleinschmidt around his waist. Kleinschmidt gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Hepple won't allow it.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Hepple holds him up against the cage and eventually Kleinschmidt drops back down to his feet. #BC#
Hepple breaks from the clinch.
Hepple looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hepple keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kleinschmidt.#T3#
Hepple lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL#
Kleinschmidt tries to keep at a distance but Hepple has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Hepple manages to break the clinch.
Kleinschmidt gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Hepple lunges at Kleinschmidt with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kleinschmidt's hand.
Hepple thuds a left hand into Kleinschmidt's body.
Kleinschmidt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hepple throws an overhand right that lands on Kleinschmidt's shoulder, as Kleinschmidt tries to avoid the shot.
It seemed like Kleinschmidt was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hepple uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kleinschmidt.#T4##CL#
Hepple rushes Kleinschmidt and presses him up against the cage.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Hepple has him pressed against the cage.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Hepple forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Hepple 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!
Hepple lands a right hand. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt pulls guard.
Hepple trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kleinschmidt's guard.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt looking for a guillotine here but Hepple defends easily. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hepple has passed into half guard! #SU#
Hepple decides to stand up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ronnie Hepple clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4##CL#
Hepple clinches up with Kleinschmidt and pushes him back against the cage.
Hepple fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kleinschmidt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hepple walks away with a smile on his face. Kleinschmidt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Hepple connects with a jab.
Hepple moves out of range as Kleinschmidt strikes.#CL#
Hepple clinches up with Kleinschmidt and pushes him back against the cage.
Hepple lands a body punch in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Hepple manages to break the clinch.
Hepple throws a shot to the body.
Hepple works the jab nicely.
Hepple lands with a good body shot.#T1#
Kleinschmidt swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Hepple counters with a stiff right hand.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A cross from Hepple lands.
A lazy left from Hepple finds it's target.
Nice defenses there by Hepple.
Hepple uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kleinschmidt has time to react.
Hepple bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kleinschmidt's head backwards.
Hepple dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kleinschmidt drops his hands momentarily and Hepple takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL#
Hepple closes the distance and clinches.
Hepple lands a body punch.
Kleinschmidt is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hepple walks away with a smile on his face. Kleinschmidt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Hepple lunges at Kleinschmidt with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kleinschmidt's hand.
Hepple lands a really nice looking cross but Kleinschmidt seems unphased.
Hepple scores with a nice head shot.
Kleinschmidt takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A left lands for Hepple.
Kleinschmidt loads up on a big right hand but Hepple slips the punch.
Hepple scores with a punch to the head.
Hepple catches Kleinschmidt with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kleinschmidt ducks under a wild hook from Hepple.
Hepple lands with an overhand left.#T3#
Kleinschmidt takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kleinschmidt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hepple manages to avoid it.
A big right from Kleinschmidt misses.
Decent striking displayed by Hepple there.
Kleinschmidt walks into a stiff left hand from Hepple.
Hepple misses with a hook. Kleinschmidt ducked under it nicely.
Hepple lands a jab to Kleinschmidt's midsection.
Kleinschmidt cracks Hepple with a good jab.
Hepple moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kleinschmidt throws an off balance right hand
and Hepple counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Kleinschmidt gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hepple.
Hepple throws an overhand right that drops Kleinschmidt like a sack of potatoes! Hepple dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ronnie Hepple!
Ronnie Hepple retains his welterweight title!
Ronnie Hepple 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: TGC 69: Wolff vs Tambua     
Date:   Aug 11, 2018
#R1#
Bulletzowich takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD#
Bulletzowich drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Bulletzowich got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kleinschmidt has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bulletzowich has managed to get both his arms back between Kleinschmidt's legs - danger averted.
Bulletzowich trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Bulletzowich scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Bulletzowich has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bulletzowich sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kleinschmidt's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kleinschmidt tries to roll over but Bulletzowich keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt looking for submissions off his back.
Kleinschmidt is trying to get back to full guard.
Bulletzowich lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kleinschmidt slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bulletzowich is in close to Kleinschmidt's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bulletzowich can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kleinschmidt pulls Bulletzowich in close to prevent any damage.
We've been hearing good reports from Bulletzowich's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position but Bulletzowich postures up. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt working for submissions but it's allowed Bulletzowich to get to half guard.
Bulletzowich is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Bulletzowich 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.
Ground and pound from Bulletzowich.
Kleinschmidt is looking to improve his position.
Bulletzowich trying to control from half guard but Kleinschmidt is working away.
Bulletzowich is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
Bulletzowich is pressing down on Kleinschmidt's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kleinschmidt is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bulletzowich pulls his head out easily.
Bulletzowich takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Bulletzowich scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kleinschmidt trying to hold on to Bulletzowich's head to control him but Bulletzowich postures up.
Bulletzowich is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Bulletzowich is looking to advance position but Kleinschmidt won't allow it.
Bulletzowich lands with a punch from half guard.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control but can't.
Kleinschmidt tries to get to full guard but Bulletzowich has control of the leg.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bulletzowich drops an elbow to the side of Kleinschmidt's head. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Kleinschmidt is looking to improve his position.
Bulletzowich is nestled in close to Kleinschmidt, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kleinschmidt wants to improve his position but Bulletzowich is controlling well.
Bulletzowich drops an elbow to the side of Kleinschmidt's head.
Bulletzowich is keen to just control but Kleinschmidt is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kleinschmidt keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Kleinschmidt is trying to get back to full guard.
Kleinschmidt has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bulletzowich is working away from the top position though.#T4#
Kleinschmidt gets full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bulletzowich looking to pass the guard.
Bulletzowich wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has his feet on Bulletzowich's thighs here. He's pushed Bulletzowich off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Bulletzowich screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt 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: TGC 66: Wipe vs Wolff     
Date:   Jul 21, 2018
#R1#
Kleinschmidt misses the shot to the body.
Kleinschmidt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter punch.
We've been informed that Melodies 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.
Kleinschmidt takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Melodies connects with a crisp jab.
Melodies swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL#
and Kleinschmidt counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kleinschmidt.
Melodies throws a punch but it's blocked by Kleinschmidt.
Melodies swings wildly with an uppercut but Kleinschmidt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Melodies misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Melodies holds him up against the cage and eventually Kleinschmidt drops back down to his feet.
Kleinschmidt blocking some punches. #BC2#
Melodies escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Melodies thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kleinschmidt tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Melodies manages to circle out of the way.
Kleinschmidt has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Melodies throws a jab when Kleinschmidt was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Kleinschmidt on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kleinschmidt connects with a right hand. Melodies shakes it off.
Melodies misses with a right hand
and Kleinschmidt counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Melodies thinking. #T1#
Kleinschmidt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Melodies throws out the jab.
Kleinschmidt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Melodies misses with a low kick.
Melodies ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kleinschmidt moves away.
Taz Melodies seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kleinschmidt dodges the punch combination from Melodies.
Melodies throws a big shot that misses.
Kleinschmidt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kleinschmidt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice defenses there by Melodies.
Kleinschmidt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kleinschmidt tries to close the distance and clinch but Melodies swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kleinschmidt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Melodies throws a jab when Kleinschmidt was well out of range.#CL#
Kleinschmidt has managed to clinch.
Melodies lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Melodies stands there with Kleinschmidt around his waist. Kleinschmidt gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Melodies throws a punch but it's blocked by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Melodies escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Melodies falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Kleinschmidt counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kleinschmidt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Kleinschmidt drags the fight down to the ground.
Kleinschmidt looking to control.
Melodies throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kleinschmidt works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Melodies tries to stand but Kleinschmidt is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Melodies defends it easily.
Kleinschmidt keeping full guard, as Melodies tries to pass. #T3#
Melodies stays in close to Kleinschmidt's body and controls the position.
Kleinschmidt trying to keep a closed guard but Melodies is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Melodies has his hands clasped together but Kleinschmidt extends and breaks Melodies's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Kleinschmidt.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt 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.
Taz Melodies was interviewed post fight and said 'No excuses....let's go get a beer.'.

 

Event: TGC Crucible 23     
Date:   Jun 27, 2018
#R1#
Kleinschmidt blocks a head kick by Chen Lo.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch but Chen Lo is having none of it.
Chen Lo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kleinschmidt on the side of the head.
Chen Lo throws a hook but Kleinschmidt avoids it easily.
Kleinschmidt looks to score with a jab to the body but Chen Lo is just out of range.
Chen Lo throws a head kick that misses.
Chen Lo lands a body shot.
Chen Lo throws a leg kick that misses.
Chen Lo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Chen Lo moves into range and connects with a jab.
Chen Lo scores with a jab to the head.
Kleinschmidt throws a hook but Chen Lo blocks it.
Chen Lo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
An attempted straight right counter from Kleinschmidt misses the target.
Nice body punch from Chen Lo. #T1#
Chen Lo throws a shot to the body.
Kleinschmidt blocks a head kick by Chen Lo.
Chen Lo throws a right hand that misses
and Kleinschmidt counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#
It looks like Timiko Chen Lo has been cut.
Chen Lo just misses with a punch to the body.
Chen Lo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kleinschmidt avoids the head kick by Chen Lo.
Kleinschmidt wants to clinch up but Chen Lo keeps it at a distance.
We've been informed that Chen Lo 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.
Chen Lo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kleinschmidt.
It looked like Kleinschmidt wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kleinschmidt looks to land a right hand but Chen Lo moved out of range.
Kleinschmidt stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Chen Lo.
Chen Lo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kleinschmidt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kleinschmidt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kleinschmidt throws a hook to the side of Chen Lo's head but Chen Lo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
Kleinschmidt walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kleinschmidt ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chen Lo throws a head kick but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Kleinschmidt on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kleinschmidt connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Chen Lo throws a hook but Kleinschmidt blocks it.
Chen Lo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kleinschmidt.
A quick step to the side and Kleinschmidt tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Timiko Chen Lo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chen Lo throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kleinschmidt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up but Chen Lo circles away and keeps his distance.
Chen Lo misses with a head kick.
Kleinschmidt misses with a hook
and Chen Lo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kleinschmidt listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#ROC#
Chen Lo is rocked!
Chen Lo misses with a right hand
and Kleinschmidt makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Chen Lo is still on wobbly legs! Can Kleinschmidt finish him?
A slow jab from Chen Lo misses its intended target.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Chen Lo seems to have recovered his senses.#T3##KD#
Kleinschmidt steps into range and cracks Chen Lo with a monster punch that buckles his knees! Chen Lo flops backwards and Kleinschmidt dives into his guard looking to finish! #CUT#
That has opened up Timiko Chen Lo's cut even more.
Kleinschmidt forces his way into half guard.
Kleinschmidt trying to pass the guard but Chen Lo defending well.
Kleinschmidt is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Chen Lo stops Kleinschmidt from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Chen Lo is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Kleinschmidt has taken his back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Chen Lo is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Kleinschmidt gets his way! #T4##SUB#
Kleinschmidt looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Chen Lo knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Chen Lo for a finish. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Chen Lo! Can he survive? No! He's out! Kleinschmidt gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
A very excited looking Rudolf Kleinschmidt rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
In defeat, Timiko Chen Lo stepped up to the mic, saying 'I want to thank Freebok for sponsoring me. Buy there the have cool stuff!!! FREEBOK!!!'.

 

Event: TGC Crucible 19     
Date:   May 30, 2018
#R1#
Kleinschmidt is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kleinschmidt 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.
Tatum throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tatum takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CUT2#
It looks like Terry Tatum has been cut.
Tatum connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tatum on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kleinschmidt slips under a jab from Tatum.
Tatum gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up.
Tatum throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Kleinschmidt to counter with a crisp jab.
Tatum looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A jab lands there for Kleinschmidt.
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!
Tatum misses with a right hand
and Kleinschmidt counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#
Terry Tatum's cut is getting worse.
Tatum throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #T1#
Kleinschmidt misses with a straight right.
Tatum works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Tatum misses with a knee to the head.
Tatum scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kleinschmidt tries to stall but Tatum uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tatum is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tatum is just riding it out for now. Kleinschmidt eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is trying to work for a kimura but Tatum is defending well. #T2#
Tatum won't allow Kleinschmidt to pass to mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tatum sees it coming and defends easily.
Tatum is trying to maintain the position but Kleinschmidt is very close to passing his half guard.
Kleinschmidt is pressing down on Tatum's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tatum is holding on for now. #T3##SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is trying to work for a kimura but Tatum is defending well.
Tatum looks like he's trying to stand up.
Kleinschmidt working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Tatum's thigh. Tatum counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Kleinschmidt looking to sit in guard and control but Tatum gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Kleinschmidt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tatum doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tatum manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt working for a triangle but Tatum defends it easily. #T4##SUB2#
Kleinschmidt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tatum gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tatum with a nice head shot there.
Kleinschmidt keeping moving, preventing Tatum from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Tatum got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kleinschmidt has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tatum has managed to get both his arms back between Kleinschmidt's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Tatum should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Kleinschmidt has tightened it up now! Tatum should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: TGC Crucible 16     
Date:   May 09, 2018
#R1#
Kleinschmidt connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Umarov's hands.#CUT#
It looks like Timur Umarov has been cut.
Kleinschmidt walks into a left hand.
Kleinschmidt misses with a body punch
and Umarov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Umarov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Umarov throws a jab when Kleinschmidt was well out of range.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch but Umarov moves away
and Umarov counters with a stiff right hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Umarov.
Kleinschmidt avoids the body shot from Umarov.
Kleinschmidt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Umarov moves away from the strike by Kleinschmidt.
Rudolf Kleinschmidt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kleinschmidt connects with a body shot that sends Umarov's belly button to the back.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Umarov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Umarov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kleinschmidt with a nice cross.
Umarov walks into a jab.
Umarov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kleinschmidt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Umarov manages to avoid it.
Umarov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kleinschmidt misses with a body shot.
Nice cross by Kleinschmidt.
Umarov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Kleinschmidt looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Umarov is fending him off so far but Kleinschmidt persists. Nope, Umarov circles away and we're back to standing.
Umarov cracks a nice hook into Kleinschmidt's ribs.
Kleinschmidt with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Umarov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Umarov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Umarov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Umarov lands a jab to the nose.
Umarov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kleinschmidt counters with a nice uppercut.
Umarov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kleinschmidt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T3#
Kleinschmidt scores with a body shot.
Kleinschmidt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Umarov manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kleinschmidt. Umarov does a little dance to reset his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Umarov! But no joy.
A swing and a miss from Kleinschmidt.
Umarov defending well as Kleinschmidt loads up on a big left hand.
Umarov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kleinschmidt throws out a loose jab but Umarov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Umarov misses with a straight right.
Kleinschmidt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Umarov. #T4#
Umarov connects with a crisp jab.
Umarov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kleinschmidt fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Umarov on the side of the head.#CL#
Kleinschmidt rushes Umarov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Umarov won't allow it.
Umarov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kleinschmidt controls his hands. #TD#
Kleinschmidt pulls guard successfully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt has an active guard here but Umarov has managed to pass into half guard.
Kleinschmidt is looking to improve his position.
Kleinschmidt is looking to control Umarov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kleinschmidt avoid being mounted?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rudolf Kleinschmidt dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Timur Umarov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Kleinschmidt clinches up against the cage.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Umarov just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
Kleinschmidt jumps guard and drags Umarov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Umarov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Umarov tries to free his leg and advance position but Kleinschmidt is retaining full guard.
Kleinschmidt looking to control. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt has his foot on Umarov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Umarov works his way back into a safe position though.#T1##SUB#
Kleinschmidt throws his legs up looking for a submission but Umarov uses it to pass to side control.
You can see the frustration on Kleinschmidt's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Umarov tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kleinschmidt is looking to regain half guard here but Umarov keeps moving and retains side control.
Umarov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Kleinschmidt!
Umarov controlling the position easily from mount. #T2#
Kleinschmidt is looking to get to half guard.
Umarov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Umarov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Kleinschmidt looks a forlorn figure.
Kleinschmidt is looking to improve his position but Umarov isn't that keen on the idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Umarov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Kleinschmidt is desperately trying to improve his position but Umarov has a good base and remains in mount.
Kleinschmidt is working hard here to advance position.
Umarov working Kleinschmidt over with strikes here.
Kleinschmidt is trying to escape the mount.
Kleinschmidt is squirming around, avoiding Umarov's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Umarov controlling from the full mount.
Umarov prevents Kleinschmidt from getting the reversal.
Umarov controlling the position easily from mount.
Kleinschmidt can't escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Umarov looking to control but Kleinschmidt is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Timur Umarov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Timur Umarov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Kleinschmidt scores with a jab. Umarov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL#
Kleinschmidt gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Umarov smiles and moves away.
Umarov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt throws a right hand that misses
letting Umarov counter with a right hand.
Kleinschmidt misses with a shot to the body
and Umarov counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Umarov avoids the body shot from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt tries for a takedown but Umarov circles away easily
and Umarov counters with a stiff right hand.
Umarov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Umarov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kleinschmidt blocks a jab.
Nice defenses there by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Umarov.
Umarov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kleinschmidt doesn't seem bothered though. #T2#
Umarov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch but Umarov is having none of it.
Umarov looks to land a left hand but Kleinschmidt moved out of range nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Kleinschmidt misses the target.
Kleinschmidt swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Umarov.
Kleinschmidt defending well as Umarov loads up on a big left hand.
Umarov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Umarov misses with a jab to the body
and Umarov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kleinschmidt connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T3#
Umarov thuds a left hand into Kleinschmidt's body.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up.
Umarov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kleinschmidt throws a body shot but no joy.
Umarov misses the jab.
Umarov throws a hook to the side of Kleinschmidt's head but Kleinschmidt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kleinschmidt takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Umarov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T4#
Kleinschmidt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Umarov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kleinschmidt moves away from the strike by Umarov.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kleinschmidt looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Kleinschmidt has Umarov up against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Umarov taking a breather.
Umarov misses with a body punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Timur Umarov.
I think Umarov 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Timur Umarov!

A relieved looking Timur Umarov 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: TGC 50     
Date:   Apr 07, 2018
#R1#
Grady fails to land with a series of punches.
Kleinschmidt wants to counter with a clinch but Grady pushes him away.
Kleinschmidt slips a jab and a cross from Grady.
Kleinschmidt is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Grady looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Grady will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Grady slips a jab from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Grady is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Grady lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kleinschmidt circles away quickly and effectively.
Myles Grady seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grady rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kleinschmidt moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Grady misses with a combination
and Kleinschmidt counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grady swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kleinschmidt.
Grady throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Kleinschmidt moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kleinschmidt. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt decides to pull guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Grady is aware though and is defending well.
Grady is stalling in the full guard. #T1##SUB#
Grady drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Grady jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Grady 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.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt throws his legs up looking for a submission but Grady uses it to pass to side control.
Kleinschmidt is looking to regain half guard here but Grady keeps moving and retains side control.
Grady wants to control but Kleinschmidt is keeping him busy.
Kleinschmidt sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kleinschmidt is looking for a sweep. Grady is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kleinschmidt is not content to let Grady control the position.#T2#
Kleinschmidt makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kleinschmidt.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Grady gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Grady stacks Kleinschmidt on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Grady!
A lull in the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kleinschmidt is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here.#T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kleinschmidt looks to move to half guard but instead Grady has passed into mount! Damn!
Grady tries to control but Kleinschmidt wriggling away.
Kleinschmidt tries to reverse the position but Grady maintains control.
Kleinschmidt looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Kleinschmidt trying to control the action but Grady just sinks the hooks in.
Kleinschmidt staying busy and making it hard for Grady to control.
Grady controlling well, preventing Kleinschmidt from escaping the position.
Grady trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Kleinschmidt doesn't escape.
Kleinschmidt rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #T4#
Kleinschmidt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Still in half guard, Grady seems content to control.
Grady trying to control the action but Kleinschmidt is working from the bottom.
Grady controlling the action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kleinschmidt wants to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Myles Grady dominated that round.
That's time! Grady's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Grady rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kleinschmidt moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kleinschmidt! But no joy.
Kleinschmidt showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Grady. #CL2#
Kleinschmidt closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Grady doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A shot in the inside from Kleinschmidt.
Grady trying to stall but Kleinschmidt improves his position.
Grady working aggressively here.
Grady stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt jumps guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Grady got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kleinschmidt has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Grady has managed to get both his arms back between Kleinschmidt's legs - danger averted.
Grady trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1#
Kleinschmidt keeping full guard, as Grady tries to pass.
Grady is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position here.
Grady trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kleinschmidt is adopting a defensive guard.
Grady content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a triangle but Grady pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a triangle but Grady pushes his legs off easily.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position.
Grady's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Kleinschmidt slips a jab and a cross from Grady.
Grady misses with a double jab.
Kleinschmidt walks into a stiff left hand from Grady.
Kleinschmidt has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Grady finds it's way round the side to connect with Kleinschmidt's head.
Grady circles away from the clinch attempt.
Grady looks to land a combination but Kleinschmidt avoids it well.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch there but Grady circles away.
Kleinschmidt misses the shot to the body.
Grady throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kleinschmidt counters with a straight right hand.
Kleinschmidt walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kleinschmidt dodges the punch combination from Grady.
Kleinschmidt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Grady scores with a sloppy right hand. Kleinschmidt should have avoided that one.
Myles Grady is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
Grady throws a nice looking combination but Kleinschmidt bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Grady throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kleinschmidt counters with a nice uppercut.
Grady falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Kleinschmidt counter with a right hand. #ROC2#
Grady is rocked!
Grady takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Grady throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kleinschmidt throws a body shot but no joy.
Grady scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CL2#
Kleinschmidt darts in and clinches Grady up against the cage.
Grady trying to stall but Kleinschmidt improves his position.
Kleinschmidt tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Grady turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull guard.
Myles Grady has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudolf Kleinschmidt.#TD2#
Kleinschmidt pulls guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Myles Grady will probably get the nod.
That's time! Grady's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Grady avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Grady appears to be looking for a big counter.
A jab from Kleinschmidt misses.
Grady looks to land a combination but Kleinschmidt avoids it well.
Grady scores with a punch to the head.
Grady lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CL2#
Kleinschmidt moves into the clinch successfully.
Grady tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Grady turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Grady stands there with Kleinschmidt around his waist. Kleinschmidt gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grady lands a right hand.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Grady turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Myles Grady has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudolf Kleinschmidt.
A short left from Grady.
Grady misses with a punch on the inside.
Grady is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Grady is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kleinschmidt can do to turn this around?
Grady lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Grady turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Grady tries to work over Kleinschmidt's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Grady escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Grady misses with a series of wild punches.
Grady throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kleinschmidt.
Grady swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Grady misses with a looping left.
Kleinschmidt appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Grady falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kleinschmidt counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Grady uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kleinschmidt.
Grady misses with a jab, cross combination.
Grady misses with an uppercut.
Myles Grady is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Grady throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kleinschmidt counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Grady scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Grady!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kleinschmidt is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Grady.
Grady misses with a few strikes there.
Grady walks into a straight right hand from Kleinschmidt.
Grady misses with a wild combination.
Kleinschmidt let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Grady fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Grady throws a left and a right that both miss #CL2#
and Kleinschmidt counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Grady holds him up against the cage and eventually Kleinschmidt drops back down to his feet. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt manages to pull guard. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Grady stacks Kleinschmidt on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Grady!#T3#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a sweep.
Grady wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kleinschmidt keeps working.
Grady is staying tight to Kleinschmidt's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Kleinschmidt struggling a bit here.
Grady has control of an arm but Kleinschmidt manages to advance to Grady's back!
Grady just trying to survive but Kleinschmidt is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T4##SUB2#
Kleinschmidt looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is persistently looking for the submission but Grady is defending it well.
Grady trying to control the action but Kleinschmidt just sinks the hooks in.
Rudolf Kleinschmidt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is persistently looking for the submission but Grady is defending it well. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Grady with him. Grady is trying to defend but Kleinschmidt has an arm under the chin now! Grady grimaces and is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
A very excited looking Rudolf Kleinschmidt 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: TGC 45: Bush v Fidnhasieunch 2     
Date:   Mar 03, 2018
#R1#
Kleinschmidt moves in looking to clinch but Hepple pushes him off.
Hepple punishes Kleinschmidt's body with a nice straight punch.
Kleinschmidt is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hepple scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hepple thuds a left hand into Kleinschmidt's body.
Kleinschmidt swings widly with a right hand
and Hepple counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sloppy strikes from Hepple. Those never looked like landing.
Kleinschmidt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kleinschmidt looks to throw the jab but Hepple is out of range.
Nice shot by Hepple.
Hepple scores with a jab to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice defenses there by Hepple.
Hepple scores with a sloppy right hand. Kleinschmidt should have avoided that one. #KD2#
Hepple lands a left and a right that send Kleinschmidt crashing to the mat, dazed. Hepple thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Kleinschmidt is rocked!
Kleinschmidt moves out of range of the strikes.
Oh Kleinschmidt is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Hepple. Kleinschmidt does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kleinschmidt misses with a straight left.
Kleinschmidt seems to have got his legs back now.
Kleinschmidt's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hepple connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kleinschmidt scrambles back to his feet.
Hepple uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kleinschmidt.
Hepple swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kleinschmidt looks to land a right hand but Hepple moved out of range.
Kleinschmidt digs a good hook to Hepple's body.
Hepple throws a hook to the side of Kleinschmidt's head but Kleinschmidt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
Hepple gets a clinch. #TD#
Kleinschmidt gets control of Hepple's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kleinschmidt will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hepple gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hepple has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Kleinschmidt is proving hard to escape from.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hepple defends well.#T2##SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hepple defends well.#SU2#
Hepple decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Ronnie Hepple seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hepple scores with a nice strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hepple takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL#
Kleinschmidt has managed to clinch.
Hepple is leaning against Kleinschmidt and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hepple to keep the fight standing.
Hepple lands a hook that snaps the head of Kleinschmidt backwards.
Hepple is working Kleinschmidt over against the cage.
Kleinschmidt is breathing heavily.
Hepple lands a left hand.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hepple to keep the fight standing.
Hepple works on Kleinschmidt's body with a couple of short punches.
Nice body punch from Hepple - that landed with a thud. #T3#
Hepple softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hepple lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Hepple won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hepple scores with a hook to the body.
Hepple throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kleinschmidts head.
Hepple is leaning against Kleinschmidt and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Hepple makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hepple lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Hepple.
Hepple scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hepple throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Hepple is working Kleinschmidt over against the cage.#BC2#
Hepple's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
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!
Hepple lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CL2#
Hepple clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Hepple breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hepple circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Kleinschmidt to the canvas! Kleinschmidt doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Hepple keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ronnie Hepple!
Ronnie Hepple is the new welterweight champion!
Ronnie Hepple 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: TGC 41: San Diego vs Stralman     
Date:   Feb 03, 2018
#R1#
Kleinschmidt has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Tatum throws a body shot but no joy.
A head kick by Tatum misses
and Kleinschmidt counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#
It looks like Terry Tatum has been cut.
Tatum uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt 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.
Kleinschmidt misses with a lunging right hand
and Tatum counters with a left and a right that stings Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kleinschmidt wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kleinschmidt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kleinschmidt looks to score with a jab to the body but Tatum is just out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tatum throws a right hand that misses
and Kleinschmidt connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tatum buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kleinschmidt has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tatum.#T1#
Kleinschmidt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tatum takes a swing at Kleinschmidt's ribcage but misses.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tatum throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kleinschmidt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tatum throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL#
Kleinschmidt clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Tatum's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kleinschmidt blocks a jab.
Kleinschmidt shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A lazy body kick from Tatum
and Kleinschmidt counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tatum lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kleinschmidt circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Kleinschmidt is looking to clinch.
Kleinschmidt misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tatum counters with a straight right hand.
Kleinschmidt throws a shot from downtown. Tatum moves away and avoids it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tatum scores with a jab to the head.
Tatum goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Tatum fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tatum looks to throw the jab but Kleinschmidt is out of range.
Tatum drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tatum chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kleinschmidt closes the distance but Tatum moves to the side
and Tatum makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T3#
Tatum avoids the body shot from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kleinschmidt throws a shot from downtown. Tatum moves away and avoids it.
Tatum lands with an overhand left.
A telegraphed right hand from Kleinschmidt misses the target.
Kleinschmidt connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tatum misses with a wild combination.
Tatum looks to land a combination but Kleinschmidt avoids it well.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4#
Kleinschmidt connects with a looping right hand. #CUT#
That has opened up Terry Tatum's cut even more.
Kleinschmidt throws a hook to the side of Tatum's head but Tatum sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kleinschmidt fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tatum on the side of the head.
Kleinschmidt tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kleinschmidt catches Tatum with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tatum looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CUT#
The cut above Terry Tatum's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Tatum scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
An inside leg kick lands from Tatum.
Kleinschmidt avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Terry Tatum dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Terry Tatum's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Tatum connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kleinschmidt's hands.
Tatum throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL#
and Kleinschmidt counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kleinschmidt.
Tatum pushes Kleinschmidt back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tatum tries to work over Kleinschmidt's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tatum has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Kleinschmidt manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tatum defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Tatum stands and steps away. Kleinschmidt gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL#
Kleinschmidt gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T1##TD#
Kleinschmidt has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Tatum uses from the top position. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tatum gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tatum is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Tatum doesn't defend quickly enough and Kleinschmidt has managed to lock this one up! Can Tatum escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Kleinschmidt on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt retains his welterweight title!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: TGC 36 Kleinschmidt v Barnes 2     
Date:   Dec 30, 2017
#R1#
Kleinschmidt misses with a looping left.
Barnes 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.
Colby Barnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barnes fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kleinschmidt manages to avoid it.
Barnes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Barnes swings for the body but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Kleinschmidt is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Barnes.
Barnes missing with a left hand there. Kleinschmidt was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Barnes lands a jab to Kleinschmidt's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kleinschmidt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Barnes throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL#
and Kleinschmidt counters by moving into the clinch.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Barnes to keep the fight standing.
Kleinschmidt misses with some punches. #T1##BC2#
Barnes manages to break the clinch.
Barnes fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Barnes moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Barnes throws out a powerful jab.
Nice cross by Barnes.
Kleinschmidt misses with a hook
and Barnes counters with a two punch combo.
Barnes misses with the combination. #T2#
Barnes moves out of range of the strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barnes throws a shot from downtown. Kleinschmidt moves away and avoids it.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Barnes lands a head shot.
Barnes keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barnes appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Barnes throws a hook but Kleinschmidt avoids it easily.
Kleinschmidt drops his hands momentarily and Barnes takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Barnes throws a body shot but no joy.
Barnes scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#T3#
Barnes jabs Kleinschmidt right on the nose. Kleinschmidt blinks but takes it well.
Barnes throws a right hand that Kleinschmidt ducks under and follows up with a left that Kleinschmidt also avoids with ease.
An attempted straight right counter from Kleinschmidt misses the target.
Nice straight punches there by Barnes. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Barnes.
Kleinschmidt's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Barnes connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kleinschmidt scrambles back to his feet.
Kleinschmidt blocks a jab.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Barnes moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Barnes lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Kleinschmidt. Barnes does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice side step and Barnes releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Barnes misses with a body shot.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter punch.
Barnes misses with a wild body shot.
Kleinschmidt looks to land a right hand but Barnes moved out of range.
Kleinschmidt misses the body punch
and Barnes counters with a nice body shot.
Barnes misses with a body shot.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter the offense by Barnes and move into the clinch.
Barnes cracks Kleinschmidt with a good jab.#CL#
Kleinschmidt has Barnes up against the cage in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Colby Barnes 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#
Barnes scores with a jab to the head.
Barnes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A right-left combo lands from Barnes.
Barnes lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Barnes.
Barnes bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Barnes throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kleinschmidt stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Barnes connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Barnes misses with an uppercut. Kleinschmidt saw that one coming.
As Barnes tries to get set, Kleinschmidt tries to push him back and clinch up but Barnes manages to avoid the attempt.
Barnes misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Kleinschmidt wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Barnes lands with a good body shot.
Kleinschmidt slips a jab and a cross from Barnes.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kleinschmidt keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Barnes smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Barnes works the jab nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Barnes. That snapped Kleinschmidt's head back.
Barnes lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Barnes.
Barnes misses with a double jab.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
Barnes digs a good body shot into Kleinschmidt's ribs.
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!
Kleinschmidt avoids a punch combination nicely.
Barnes lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up
and Barnes counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Barnes comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Barnes stuns Kleinschmidt with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Barnes looks to score with a jab to the body but Kleinschmidt is just out of range.
Barnes looks to land a combination. Kleinschmidt sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Kleinschmidt looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kleinschmidt is looking to clinch.
Barnes throws a nice looking combination but Kleinschmidt bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Barnes jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Barnes takes one on the button.#T4#
Barnes throws a right and a left that Kleinschmidt avoids nicely. #CL#
Kleinschmidt forces Barnes back against the cage and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barnes works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Barnes turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Kleinschmidt successfully pulls guard.
Barnes controlling from the top position.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position but Barnes postures up.
Barnes not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Barnes wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.
Barnes postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Colby Barnes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Kleinschmidt's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Barnes misses the shot to the body.
Kleinschmidt wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Barnes paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Barnes swings for the body but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Barnes lunges at Kleinschmidt with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kleinschmidt's hand.
Barnes misses with a looping left.
Barnes takes a jab right on the kisser. #CUT#
It looks like Colby Barnes has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt darts in trying to clinch
and Kleinschmidt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Barnes throws a hook but Kleinschmidt blocks it.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter punch.
Barnes misses with the combination.
Kleinschmidt walks into a left hand.
Kleinschmidt tries for a takedown but Barnes circles away easily
and Barnes counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Barnes fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Barnes's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Barnes duly obliges.
Kleinschmidt walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Barnes throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Barnes slips under a jab from Kleinschmidt.
Barnes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kleinschmidt was well out of range. Poor timing from Barnes.
Kleinschmidt wants to clinch but Barnes slips to the side
and Barnes counters with a nice body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A punch lands to the side of Kleinschmidt 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T3#
Barnes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Colby Barnes is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kleinschmidt lands a nice looking body shot.
Barnes uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kleinschmidt has time to react.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Barnes manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Barnes lands a really nice looking cross but Kleinschmidt seems unphased.
Barnes keeps the fight on the outside.
A jab lands there for Barnes.
Barnes works the jab nicely.#T4#
Barnes jabs at Kleinschmidt's body.
Barnes connects with a body shot that sends Kleinschmidt's belly button to the back.
Kleinschmidt showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Barnes.
Barnes looks to score with a jab to the body but Kleinschmidt is just out of range.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kleinschmidt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barnes manages to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kleinschmidt showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Barnes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Colby Barnes really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Colby Barnes's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Barnes throws a looping overhand right but Kleinschmidt ducks down to avoid it.
Barnes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kleinschmidt was well out of range. Poor timing from Barnes.
Barnes lands a jab-cross combination.
A swing and a miss from Kleinschmidt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Barnes. Kleinschmidt does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter punch.
Barnes takes a swing at Kleinschmidt's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Barnes. #T1#
Barnes scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Colby Barnes seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kleinschmidt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barnes throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Barnes fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kleinschmidt manages to avoid it.
Barnes throws the left hand but Kleinschmidt avoids the punch easily.
Barnes misses with a two punch combination.
Barnes throws a looping overhand right but Kleinschmidt ducks down to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Kleinschmidt misses the target.#T2#
Kleinschmidt staying out of range there.
Barnes swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Kleinschmidt clinches.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Barnes won't allow it.
Barnes is trying to push Kleinschmidt away but Kleinschmidt has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A head punch on the inside from Kleinschmidt fails to land.
Barnes lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kleinschmidt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barnes. #TD#
Kleinschmidt gets control of Barnes's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kleinschmidt will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt has his feet on Barnes's thighs here. He's pushed Barnes off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Barnes screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt retains his welterweight title!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: TGC 33: Lang vs Cobb     
Date:   Dec 09, 2017
#R1#
Barnes dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Barnes lands the left hand.
Barnes lands a body shot.
Kleinschmidt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barnes.
Barnes throws a series of punches but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Kleinschmidt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Colby Barnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barnes scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Barnes lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Barnes throws a hook to the side of Kleinschmidt's head but Kleinschmidt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Barnes misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Barnes.
Barnes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Kleinschmidt slips under a jab from Barnes.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kleinschmidt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kleinschmidt throwing a counter right hand but Barnes manages to avoid it.
Kleinschmidt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barnes.
Kleinschmidt is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Barnes.
Kleinschmidt takes a jab right on the kisser.
Barnes swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL#
and Kleinschmidt counters by moving into the clinch.
Barnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kleinschmidt lands a body punch.
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Barnes smiles and moves away.
Kleinschmidt moves out of range of the strikes.
It looked like Kleinschmidt wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Barnes misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
Kleinschmidt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barnes will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Barnes scores with a body shot.
Barnes throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kleinschmidt counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kleinschmidt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Barnes looks to score with a jab to the body but Kleinschmidt is just out of range.
Barnes throws a hook but Kleinschmidt avoids it easily.
Kleinschmidt tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Barnes manages to circle out of the way.
Barnes swings for the body but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Kleinschmidt walks into a stiff left hand from Barnes.#T3#
Kleinschmidt closes this distance looking for a takedown but Barnes circles away.
Barnes misses with a body shot.
Barnes ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Barnes missing with a left hand there. Kleinschmidt was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter punch.
Barnes misses with an uppercut. Kleinschmidt saw that one coming.
Barnes misses with a few strikes there. #CL#
Kleinschmidt clinches up with Barnes and pushes him back against the cage.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Barnes won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Barnes gets through Kleinschmidt's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Barnes walks away with a smile on his face. Kleinschmidt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T4#
Barnes connects with a looping right hand.
Barnes throws a jab but it's blocked by Kleinschmidt.
Barnes looks to land a combination. Kleinschmidt sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
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!
Kleinschmidt loads up on a big right hand but Barnes slips the punch.
Barnes's coach down at Crapollas Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Barnes's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Barnes throws a jab when Kleinschmidt was well out of range.
Kleinschmidt darts in trying to clinch
and Barnes counters with a three punch combo that has Kleinschmidt backing up. Kleinschmidt nods at Barnes to acknowledge the strikes.
Kleinschmidt scores with a nice strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Colby Barnes 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#
A nice combination there by Barnes.
Barnes swings widly with a right hand
and Kleinschmidt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Barnes misses with a double jab.
Barnes fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Barnes sizes up Kleinschmidt with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Barnes looks to land a left hand but Kleinschmidt moved out of range nicely.
A quick step to the side and Kleinschmidt tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barnes defending well as Kleinschmidt loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Barnes.
Barnes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kleinschmidt takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barnes throws a right and a left that both miss.#T1#
Barnes jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kleinschmidt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Barnes takes a swing at Kleinschmidt's ribcage but misses.
Barnes misses with a shot to the body
and Kleinschmidt counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Barnes lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch but Barnes is having none of it.
Barnes throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kleinschmidt.
Barnes lands a glancing blow to the side of Kleinschmidt's head.
Barnes fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T2#
Barnes misses with a lunging right hand
and Kleinschmidt counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Barnes thinking.
Barnes throws a series of punches but Kleinschmidt avoids them all with ease.
Kleinschmidt slips a jab from Barnes.
Colby Barnes seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kleinschmidt lands a really nice looking cross but Barnes seems unphased.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kleinschmidt lands a nice shot to the body.
Barnes scores with a nice right hand.
Barnes changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kleinschmidt misses with a lunging right hand
and Barnes counters with a straight right hand.
Kleinschmidt walks into a jab.#T3#
Jab by Barnes.
Barnes lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt tries to counter by clinching up but Barnes breaks away and moves out of range.
Barnes scores with a jab to the jaw.
Barnes throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Kleinschmidt to counter with a crisp jab.
Barnes swings for the body but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Kleinschmidt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barnes.
Barnes fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Barnes misses with a looping left.
Kleinschmidt is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Barnes.#T4#
Barnes with a nice cross.
The fighters circle momentarily. Barnes darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kleinschmidt is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Barnes takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kleinschmidt misses with a shot to the body
letting Barnes counter with a right hand.
Barnes uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Barnes throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kleinschmidt was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Danga de danga de dang - Barnes scores with a four punch combination!
Barnes avoids the body shot from Kleinschmidt.
Barnes lands a jab to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Colby Barnes 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.
#R3#
Barnes throws a body punch but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Barnes lands with an uppercut that bounces Kleinschmidt off the cage and back into range.
Kleinschmidt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Despite the aggression on Barnes's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kleinschmidt throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Barnes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes takes a swing at Kleinschmidt's ribcage but misses.
Kleinschmidt uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Barnes.
It looked like Kleinschmidt wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kleinschmidt bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Barnes misses with a body shot
and Barnes takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Donk. Kleinschmidt catches Barnes right on the button with a cross.
A shot to the liver by Barnes. Beautiful body shot.
Kleinschmidt slips a jab from Barnes.
Barnes waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt misses with an uppercut
and Barnes counters with a left and a right that stings Kleinschmidt.
Barnes scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Some wild striking there from Barnes.
Kleinschmidt appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2#
Sloppy strikes from Barnes. Those never looked like landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kleinschmidt looks to score with a jab to the body but Barnes is just out of range.
Barnes connects with a body shot.
Barnes throws a shot from downtown. Kleinschmidt moves away and avoids it.
It looked like Kleinschmidt wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Barnes throws a right hand that Kleinschmidt ducks under and follows up with a left that Kleinschmidt also avoids with ease.
Barnes tries to bum rush Kleinschmidt with a series of wild strikes but Kleinschmidt uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kleinschmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Barnes scores with a jab. Kleinschmidt acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kleinschmidt walks into a left hand.
Kleinschmidt misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Kleinschmidt uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up.
Barnes swings for the body but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Kleinschmidt misses the target.
Barnes throws a lazy uppercut
and Kleinschmidt counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kleinschmidt is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Barnes.
Kleinschmidt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barnes was well out of range. Poor timing from Kleinschmidt.
It seemed like Barnes was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kleinschmidt lands a slapping body shot. #T4#
Barnes misses with a double jab
and Kleinschmidt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A combination from Barnes does no damage.
Kleinschmidt throwing a counter right hand but Barnes manages to avoid it.
Barnes on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Barnes takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kleinschmidt scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT#
It looks like Colby Barnes has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Barnes just misses with a punch to the body.
Kleinschmidt swings for the body but Barnes moves out of range.
Kleinschmidt throws the left hand but Barnes avoids the punch easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Colby Barnes just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Colby Barnes's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
Barnes misses with a jab, cross combination.
Barnes misses with a hook. Kleinschmidt ducked under it nicely.
A counter left hand to the body from Kleinschmidt misses its target.
Barnes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kleinschmidt.
Barnes throws out a counter right but Kleinschmidt avoids it with no problem.
Kleinschmidt slips under a jab from Barnes.
Kleinschmidt is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Barnes thows a left - swing and a miss!
Barnes defending well as Kleinschmidt loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes throws a big shot that misses.
Kleinschmidt is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Barnes.
Barnes throws a right hand that misses
and Kleinschmidt counters with a nice body shot.
Barnes swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kleinschmidt counters with a right hand to the body.
Barnes is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T1#
Barnes scores with a jab.
A big left from Kleinschmidt misses.
Barnes throws a big shot that misses.
Barnes rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kleinschmidt moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Barnes with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kleinschmidt looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#CL#
Kleinschmidt gets a clinch.
Barnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Barnes holds him up against the cage and eventually Kleinschmidt drops back down to his feet.
Kleinschmidt lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Barnes smiles and moves away.
Kleinschmidt showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Barnes.
Kleinschmidt stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Barnes scores with a shot to the body.
Barnes lands a slapping body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barnes scores with a hook.
Kleinschmidt showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Barnes. #T3#
Barnes lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Barnes loads up on a big right hand but Kleinschmidt slips the punch.
Kleinschmidt is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Barnes.
Barnes scores with a jab to the body.
Barnes throws a body punch but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Barnes misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Kleinschmidt just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Barnes was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Barnes works over Kleinschmidt's head and body with a nice combination.
Barnes scores with the left hand. Kleinschmidt knows he should have avoided that one.
Kleinschmidt misses with a straight left.
Kleinschmidt misses with a right hand
and Barnes counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Barnes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kleinschmidt was well out of range. Poor timing from Barnes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kleinschmidt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A nice side step and Barnes releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Barnes misses with a double jab
and Kleinschmidt counters with a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Colby Barnes dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Colby Barnes's cut.
That's time! Kleinschmidt's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Barnes misses with a combination
and Kleinschmidt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Barnes blocks a jab.
Barnes lands a right hook to the body.
Kleinschmidt throws a lazy uppercut
and Barnes counters with a stiff right hand.
Kleinschmidt blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Barnes throws a nice looking combination but Kleinschmidt bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A left lands for Kleinschmidt.#ROC#
Barnes is rocked!#T1#
Kleinschmidt throws a hook but Barnes blocks it.
A big right from Barnes misses.
It looked like Kleinschmidt was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Barnes.#CL#
Kleinschmidt has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Barnes has him pressed against the cage.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Barnes turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Barnes lands a shoulder strike. #TD#
Kleinschmidt decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Barnes looking to pass the guard.
Barnes's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2#
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt looking for a guillotine here but Barnes defends easily.
Barnes slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Barnes gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Barnes defends it easily.
Kleinschmidt can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Barnes controls the pace.#T3##SUB#
Kleinschmidt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Barnes is aware though and is defending well.
Barnes not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Barnes is fighting to break Kleinschmidt's control of his arms but Kleinschmidt is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt pushes a forearm under Barnes's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Barnes is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt retains his welterweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Rudolf Kleinschmidt thanked 424 Co. for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: TGC 29: Human vs De Pacas     
Date:   Nov 11, 2017
#R1#
Umarov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Umarov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kleinschmidt.
Umarov misses with a double jab.
Kleinschmidt takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Umarov misses the shot to the body.
Umarov sets himself, and Kleinschmidt steps forward looking for the clinch! Umarov avoids it this time.
Kleinschmidt wants to clinch
and Umarov counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Umarov finds it's way through Kleinschmidt's defenses.
Kleinschmidt throws an overhand right that lands on Umarov's shoulder, as Umarov tries to avoid the shot.
Nice shot lands for Kleinschmidt.#T1#
Kleinschmidt misses with a hook.
Umarov slips a jab from Kleinschmidt.
A counter left hand to the body from Umarov misses its target.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt has closed the distance and engaged Umarov in a clinch.
Kleinschmidt is struggling to control the position.
Umarov working hard to break the clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Umarov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Umarov is trying to push Kleinschmidt away but Kleinschmidt has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Umarov just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2#
Kleinschmidt manages to pull guard. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2#
Umarov sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Umarov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kleinschmidt has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Umarov has managed to get both his arms back between Kleinschmidt's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Umarov is posturing up here but Kleinschmidt has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Umarov tries to roll out but it's too tight and Umarov has to tap! Slick submission there by Kleinschmidt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt is the new welterweight champion!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Rudolf Kleinschmidt made sure he mentioned 424 Co., along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: TGC 26: Lang vs Knocksville 2     
Date:   Oct 21, 2017
#R1#
Kleinschmidt misses the jab.
Kleinschmidt moves out of range of the strikes.
Livity throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL#
and Kleinschmidt moves into the clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Livity smiles and moves away.
Livity lands with a shot to the body.
Livity clobbers Kleinschmidt with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Livity ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Livity misses with a combination
and Kleinschmidt counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt takes a jab right on the kisser.
Livity scores with a jab. Kleinschmidt acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kleinschmidt throws a lazy right hand but Livity sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Livity moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A jab from Livity does it's job there.
Kleinschmidt takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Livity bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Livity avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've been hearing reports that Kleinschmidt has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch but Livity moves out of range.
Jackson Livity seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Livity throws a lazy uppercut #CL#
and Kleinschmidt counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Livity won't allow it.
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Livity smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kleinschmidt is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jackson Livity is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Kleinschmidt with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Livity to score with a decent uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Livity will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Livity throws a nice looking combination but Kleinschmidt bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Livity stuns Kleinschmidt with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kleinschmidt slips under a jab from Livity.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CL#
Kleinschmidt fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Livity, pushing him back against the cage.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Livity stands there with Kleinschmidt around his waist. Kleinschmidt gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Livity walks away with a smile on his face. Kleinschmidt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Livity connects with a body shot that sends Kleinschmidt's belly button to the back.#T3#
Kleinschmidt moves in looking to clinch but Livity pushes him off.
Jab from Livity.
Livity lands a glancing blow to the side of Kleinschmidt's head.
Kleinschmidt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Livity digs a good body shot into Kleinschmidt's ribs.
Livity lands with a nice body punch.
Kleinschmidt takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up but Livity circles away and keeps his distance.
It seemed like Livity was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Livity scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Livity scores with a body shot.
Livity lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kleinschmidt at a distance.
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!
Livity throws out a powerful jab.
Kleinschmidt ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T4#
Livity throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kleinschmidt. Livity does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kleinschmidt swings away with a body shot that misses
and Livity counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Livity throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Kleinschmidt gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice body punch from Livity.
Livity has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Livity ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A countering left hand to the body from Livity misses.
Livity is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kleinschmidt had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Livity lands a nice hook to Kleinschmidt's body. Kleinschmidt takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kleinschmidt is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kleinschmidt takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A left lands for Livity.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Livity thuds his right hand into Kleinschmidt's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jackson Livity dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Jab from Livity.
Livity throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Livity misses with a shot to the body
and Kleinschmidt counters with a nice uppercut.
Livity throws a series of punches but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Livity getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Livity throws a body punch but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Livity takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Livity misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Livity. Kleinschmidt does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kleinschmidt uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Livity.
Livity misses with a hook to the body #CL#
and Kleinschmidt counters by moving into the clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Livity won't allow it. #T1#
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Livity holds him up against the cage and eventually Kleinschmidt drops back down to his feet.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Livity has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Livity smiles and moves away.
Jackson Livity seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kleinschmidt avoids the body shot from Livity.
Kleinschmidt takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Livity has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Livity!
Kleinschmidt walks into a left hand.
Livity cracks Kleinschmidt with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Livity lands a nice shot that snaps Kleinschmidt's head back.
Livity throws a right and a left that both miss.
Livity throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Livity scores with a nice right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sloppy strikes from Livity. Those never looked like landing.
Kleinschmidt is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Livity.
Kleinschmidt slips under a jab.
Kleinschmidt throwing a counter right hand but Livity manages to avoid it.
Kleinschmidt moves away from the strike by Livity.
Livity avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kleinschmidt walks into a straight right hand from Livity.
Livity lands with an overhand left.
Livity looks to land a combination. Kleinschmidt sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Livity uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
Kleinschmidt gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Livity has him pressed against the cage.#T3#
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Livity holds him up against the cage and eventually Kleinschmidt drops back down to his feet.
Kleinschmidt is trying to pull guard but Livity turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Livity holds him up against the cage and eventually Kleinschmidt drops back down to his feet.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull guard.
Kleinschmidt tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Livity struggles to land a body shot inside as Kleinschmidt controls his hands.
Livity lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Livity walks away with a smile on his face. Kleinschmidt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T4#
Livity scores with a jab.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jab, jab by Livity - just one landing.
Livity stuns Kleinschmidt with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Livity cracks Kleinschmidt with a right hand to the side of the head.
Livity fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kleinschmidt takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Livity bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A left lands for Livity.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Livity, as that shot connected. #ROC2#
Kleinschmidt is rocked!
Livity swats away the attempt to clinch by Kleinschmidt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jackson Livity showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Kleinschmidt's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Livity wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kleinschmidt misses with a wild body shot.
Kleinschmidt tries to move into range but Livity moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Livity with a jab.
Livity lands a nice hook to Kleinschmidt's body. Kleinschmidt takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Livity swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Livity wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Livity is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Livity connects with a single shot there.
Livity lands a jab to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Livity throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL#
and Kleinschmidt counters by clinching up. #T1#
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Livity smiles and moves away.
Livity has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kleinschmidt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Livity.
As Kleinschmidt backs off Livity throws a huge counter combo but Kleinschmidt manages to avoid it all.
Kleinschmidt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Livity misses with a wild combination.
Livity misses with a hook to the body #CL#
and Kleinschmidt counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kleinschmidt.
Livity can't find room to land a body shot as Kleinschmidt controls the action.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Livity turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Livity is trying to break free.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Livity walks away with a smile on his face. Kleinschmidt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudolf Kleinschmidt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Livity cracks Kleinschmidt with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jackson Livity is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Livity lands a jab-cross combination.
Sloppy strikes from Livity. Those never looked like landing.
Livity scores with a nice right hand.
Livity lands a jab to the nose.
Nice uppercut there from Livity.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Livity takes a swing at Kleinschmidt's ribcage but misses.
Kleinschmidt darts in trying to clinch
and Livity counters with a two punch combo.
Livity lands a jab.
Kleinschmidt cracks Livity with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Livity feints a jab promting Kleinschmidt to slip. Livity then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kleinschmidt slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Kleinschmidt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Livity manages to avoid it.
Livity throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kleinschmidt.
Livity is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Livity tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kleinschmidt was well out of range. Poor timing from Livity.
Kleinschmidt seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Livity throws a jab when Kleinschmidt was well out of range.
Livity scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Livity throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Livity takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CL#
Kleinschmidt takes the fight into the clinch.
Livity is trying to push Kleinschmidt away but Kleinschmidt has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T4##TD#
Kleinschmidt pulls guard successfully. #SUB#
Livity got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kleinschmidt has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Livity has managed to get both his arms back between Kleinschmidt's legs - danger averted.
Livity trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Livity is defending well. Kleinschmidt quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Livity has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Kleinschmidt celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, 424 Co., into his post fight interview.

 

Event: SFC 19: LOS ANGELES     
Date:   Aug 03, 2017
#R1#
Kleinschmidt swings for the body but Blighton moves out of range.
Blighton slips under a jab.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt tries to keep at a distance but Blighton has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Kleinschmidt pulls guard successfully.
Kleinschmidt definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Blighton must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Blighton trying to control but Kleinschmidt is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Blighton defends well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kleinschmidt trying to keep a closed guard but Blighton is proving a slippery customer.
Blighton wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt working for a triangle but Blighton defends it easily.
Kleinschmidt trying to keep a closed guard but Blighton is proving a slippery customer. #T1#
Blighton trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Kleinschmidt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Blighton defends it easily.#SUB#
Kleinschmidt has his feet on Blighton 's thighs here. He's pushed Blighton off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Blighton screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt retains his welterweight title!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Aspire Clothing, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: SFC 16: Gonza x Lesnar     
Date:   Jul 15, 2017
#R1#
Kleinschmidt takes a swing at Andolini's ribcage but misses.
Andolini appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kleinschmidt throws the left hand but Andolini avoids the punch easily.
Andolini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kleinschmidt manages to avoid it.
Andolini swats away the attempt to clinch by Kleinschmidt.
Andolini has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Andolini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kleinschmidt moves away.#CL#
Kleinschmidt fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Andolini, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Andolini's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kleinschmidt tries to close the distance and clinch but Andolini swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kleinschmidt's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Andolini connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kleinschmidt scrambles back to his feet.
Andolini clobbers Kleinschmidt with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andolini looks for the body kick but Kleinschmidt saw that one coming.
Kleinschmidt just misses with a punch to the body.
Andolini is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kleinschmidt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andolini just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Kleinschmidt closes the distance and pushes Andolini back into the cage.#T1##TD#
Kleinschmidt manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Andolini postures up.
Kleinschmidt has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position. #SUB#
Andolini is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Kleinschmidt has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Andolini is looking to defend but Kleinschmidt has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Andolini! Kleinschmidt pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Andolini taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt retains his welterweight title!
After the big win, Rudolf Kleinschmidt made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Aspire Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: SFC 10: PRIDE IN TOKYO     
Date:   Jun 10, 2017
#R1#
Fergossun feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kleinschmidts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Fergossun scores with a one two! Kleinschmidt had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CL2#
Kleinschmidt forces Fergossun back against the ropes and clinches.
Fergossun wants to break free but Kleinschmidt has control.
Fergossun is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#TD2#
Kleinschmidt jumps guard and drags Fergossun to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Kleinschmidt looking to control.
Fergossun trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kleinschmidt's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kleinschmidt has his hands on Fergossun's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Kleinschmidt looking to control.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Kleinschmidt controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kleinschmidt takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tuny Fergossun is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fergossun misses the shot to the body.
Fergossun sets himself, and Kleinschmidt steps forward looking for the clinch! Fergossun avoids it this time.
Kleinschmidt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kleinschmidt has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Tuny Fergossun seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fergossun throws a right hand that Kleinschmidt ducks under and follows up with a left that Kleinschmidt also avoids with ease.
Kleinschmidt wants to clinch but Fergossun slips to the side
letting Fergossun counter with a right hand.
Fergossun scores with a sloppy right hand. Kleinschmidt should have avoided that one. #T2#
Fergossun ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kleinschmidt moves away.
Kleinschmidt is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from Fergossun misses its target.
Fergossun thuds a left hand into Kleinschmidt's body.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Fergossun breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fergossun is looking to wear down Kleinschmidt with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fergossun misses with a wild combination.
A lazy left from Fergossun finds it's target.#T3#
Kleinschmidt dodges the punch combination from Fergossun.
Fergossun throws a nice looking combination but Kleinschmidt bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Fergossun scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Fergossun connects with a body shot.
Fergossun scores with a shot to the body.
Fergossun fails to land with a series of punches.
Fergossun smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Fergossun with a hook.
Fergossun lands a jab to Kleinschmidt's midsection.
Fergossun takes a swing at Kleinschmidt's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Fergossun throws a right hand that Kleinschmidt ducks under and follows up with a left that Kleinschmidt also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt clinches up with Fergossun and pushes him back against the ropes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Fergossun escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fergossun tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kleinschmidt was well out of range. Poor timing from Fergossun.
Kleinschmidt fails in his attempt to clinch.
Fergossun looks to score with a jab to the body but Kleinschmidt is just out of range.
Some wild striking there from Fergossun.
Kleinschmidt uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fergossun.
Some wild striking there from Fergossun. #T5#
Kleinschmidt moves in looking to clinch but Fergossun pushes him off.
A jab from Fergossun does it's job there.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt moves into the clinch successfully.
A frustrated look appears on Fergossun's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Fergossun.
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Fergossun smiles and moves away.
A nice combination there by Fergossun.
Fergossun throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fergossun just misses with a punch to the body. #T6#
Fergossun lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Fergossun.
Fergossun looks to land a combination but Kleinschmidt avoids it well. #CL2#
Kleinschmidt gets a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Fergossun smiles and moves away.
Sloppy strikes from Fergossun. Those never looked like landing. #CL2#
Kleinschmidt gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Fergossun stands there with Kleinschmidt around his waist. Kleinschmidt gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tuny Fergossun has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudolf Kleinschmidt.#BC#
Fergossun manages to break the clinch.
Fergossun just misses with a punch to the body.
Fergossun lands a nice looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fergossun. Kleinschmidt does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fergossun sets himself, and Kleinschmidt steps forward looking for the clinch! Fergossun avoids it this time.#T7##CL2#
Kleinschmidt clinches.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Fergossun wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but Fergossun turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Fergossun forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
Fergossun looking to stall. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fergossun doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fergossun manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fergossun doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fergossun manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Fergossun postures up. #T8#
Kleinschmidt has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Fergossun is now in half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kleinschmidt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T9#
Kleinschmidt is trying to stand.
Kleinschmidt keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Kleinschmidt manages to get to full guard.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position but Fergossun postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tuny Fergossun 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#
Fergossun lands a two punch combo.
Fergossun connects with a body shot.
Fergossun misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kleinschmidt.
Kleinschmidt wants to counter the offense by Fergossun and move into the clinch position.
Kleinschmidt fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fergossun throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Fergossun throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kleinschmidt steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Fergossun.
Kleinschmidt takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fergossun misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fergossun jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kleinschmidt tries to counter with a clinch but Fergossun shakes him off and moves away.
Fergossun is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Fergossun. Kleinschmidt does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Fergossun works over Kleinschmidt's head and body with a nice combination.
Fergossun fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kleinschmidt looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Fergossun lands a nice hook to Kleinschmidt's body. Kleinschmidt takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kleinschmidt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kleinschmidt just misses with a punch to the body.
Fergossun is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kleinschmidt can do to turn this around?
Some wild striking there from Fergossun.
Fergossun throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T2#
Kleinschmidt takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fergossun swats away the attempt to clinch by Kleinschmidt.
Fergossun is looking for a counter combo.
Fergossun wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fergossun throws a body shot but no joy.
Fergossun swats away the attempt to clinch by Kleinschmidt.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt clinches up with Fergossun and pushes him back against the ropes.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Fergossun walks away with a smile on his face. Kleinschmidt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T3#
Fergossun looks to score with a jab to the body but Kleinschmidt is just out of range.
Fergossun cracks Kleinschmidt with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Fergossun throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kleinschmidt on the side of the head.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Fergossun! #CL2#
Kleinschmidt closes the distance and clinches.
Kleinschmidt has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Fergossun just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kleinschmidt's brow. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt manages to pull guard.
Fergossun has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kleinschmidt has his hands on Fergossun's head, controlling the position.
Kleinschmidt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T4##SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fergossun can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Fergossun wants to control from the top but Kleinschmidt keeps moving. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Fergossun defends it easily.
Kleinschmidt is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Fergossun wants to stand but Kleinschmidt is controlling his posture from full guard. #T5##SUB2#
Kleinschmidt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kleinschmidt looking to control.
Fergossun trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kleinschmidt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kleinschmidt pulls Fergossun in close to his closed guard and prevents Fergossun from doing any damage or advancing position.#T6#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kleinschmidt controls Fergossun momentarily but Fergossun frees himself.
Kleinschmidt is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Kleinschmidt pulls Fergossun in to control the position.
Kleinschmidt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Fergossun fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fergossun sets himself, and Kleinschmidt steps forward looking for the clinch! Fergossun avoids it this time.
Fergossun throws a series of strikes that have Kleinschmidt backpedaling. #T7#
Fergossun misses with a double jab.
Fergossun scores with a one two! Kleinschmidt had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Fergossun misses with a wild body shot.
Kleinschmidt is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch there but Fergossun circles away.
Fergossun throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kleinschmidt stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Fergossun misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fergossun swats away the attempt to clinch by Kleinschmidt.
Tuny Fergossun is winning the standup battle so far.
Fergossun throws a right hand that Kleinschmidt ducks under and follows up with a left that Kleinschmidt also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt has Fergossun up against the ropes in a clinch. #T8#
Kleinschmidt tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC#
Fergossun breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tuny Fergossun is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kleinschmidt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Fergossun walks away with a smile on his face. Kleinschmidt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Tuny Fergossun has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudolf Kleinschmidt.
Nice jab there from Fergossun.
Good shot there by Fergossun.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kleinschmidt fails in his attempt to clinch.
Fergossun misses with a body shot.
Kleinschmidt is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fergossun. Kleinschmidt does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kleinschmidt is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T9#
Fergossun connects with a single shot there.
Kleinschmidt takes one to the side of the head.
A punch combination from Fergossun misses.
Kleinschmidt wants to counter with a clinch but Fergossun pushes him away.
Fergossun misses with a wild combination.
Kleinschmidt wants to counter the offense by Fergossun and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt closes the distance and clinches.
Kleinschmidt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Fergossun smiles and moves away.
Fergossun misses with a series of wild punches.
Kleinschmidt tries to counter by closing the distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tuny Fergossun dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Fergossun jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A shot to the liver by Fergossun. Beautiful body shot.
Kleinschmidt wants to clinch.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fergossun, pushing him back against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Kleinschmidt has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Fergossun uses from the top position.
Kleinschmidt working a defensive guard here. #T1##SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a triangle but Fergossun pushes his legs off easily.
Kleinschmidt is trying to control the position but Fergossun postures up.
Kleinschmidt might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Fergossun haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kleinschmidt trying to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Fergossun thuds a left hand into Kleinschmidt's body.
Fergossun avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T3#
Kleinschmidt takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fergossun ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kleinschmidt moves away.
Fergossun throws a series of punches but Kleinschmidt moves out of range.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Fergossun manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fergossun looks to land a combination but Kleinschmidt avoids it well.
Kleinschmidt on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Fergossun misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kleinschmidt.
A countering left hand to the body from Kleinschmidt misses.
Kleinschmidt fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fergossun throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fergossun ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kleinschmidt moves away.#T4#
Fergossun fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fergossun throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fergossun displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Fergossun looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kleinschmidt steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Fergossun.
Kleinschmidt tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Kleinschmidt pushes Fergossun up against the ropes in a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kleinschmidt tries to pull guard but Fergossun won't allow it.
Kleinschmidt fails to pull guard. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt pulls guard. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fergossun doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fergossun manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rudolf Kleinschmidt has got the better of the ground game so far.
Fergossun trying to control the position from guard on top but Kleinschmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5##SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has his feet on Fergossun's thighs here. He's pushed Fergossun off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Fergossun screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
Rudolf Kleinschmidt is the new welterweight champion!
An out of breath Rudolf Kleinschmidt thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 11, 2017
#R1#
Gilbert lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Gilbert.#TD2#
Gilbert tries to sprawl but Kleinschmidt drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Kleinschmidt works his way into side control. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Gilbert is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Kleinschmidt yanks on the arm and Gilbert is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Kleinschmidt.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
A victorious Rudolf Kleinschmidt thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 04, 2017
#R1##CL#
Macias has managed to clinch. #TD2#
Kleinschmidt has Macias pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Kleinschmidt pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Macias tumbling to the mat - Kleinschmidt dives into Macias's guard.
Kleinschmidt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Macias swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Macias trying to control the position here.
Kleinschmidt throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Macias works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Macias is pulling down on Kleinschmidt's head. It's preventing any offense from Kleinschmidt, at least for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Macias swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Macias pulls Kleinschmidt in to control the position. #T1#
Kleinschmidt sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Macias controls Kleinschmidt momentarily but Kleinschmidt frees himself.
Kleinschmidt controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A bone on bone clash there as Kleinschmidt blocks the leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Kleinschmidt.#TD2#
Kleinschmidt fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Macias sprawls well initially but Kleinschmidt persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is looking for a kimura here. #T2##SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is working for a submission of some sort.
Still in half guard, Kleinschmidt seems content to control.
Macias keeping control of the position.
Kleinschmidt wants to control but Macias is keeping him busy. #T3##SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is working for a submission of some sort.
Still in half guard, Kleinschmidt seems content to control.
Macias trying to control from the bottom.
Macias knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kleinschmidt on the ground.
Kleinschmidt not doing much here. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Macias is just riding it out for now. Kleinschmidt eventually gives up the hold.
Kleinschmidt tries to pass to full mount but Macias defends it. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kleinschmidt is looking to take a break and control but Macias is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Macias is trying to control but can't.
Kleinschmidt throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kleinschmidt thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kleinschmidt is looking to take a break and control but Macias is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Macias drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rudolf Kleinschmidt 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##TD2#
Kleinschmidt closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Macias's guard.
Kleinschmidt wants to pass the guard but Macias is keeping the position.
Macias working a defensive guard here.
Kleinschmidt trying to control but Macias is working from the bottom.
Macias really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Kleinschmidt postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kleinschmidt advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Macias is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Macias is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Kleinschmidt yanks on the arm and Macias is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Kleinschmidt.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
During a confident post fight interview, Rudolf Kleinschmidt thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 27, 2017
#R1##CL#
Clements closes the distance and clinches.
Kleinschmidt is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Clements is defending well for now.#TD#
Clements drags the fight down to the ground.
Kleinschmidt passes Clements's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Clements keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Kleinschmidt is pressing down on Clements's thigh, looking to free his foot. Clements is holding on for now.
Clements really is a fat lump.#SUB2#
Kleinschmidt has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Clements defend it? Kleinschmidt steps over the head and cranks it - Clements is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Kleinschmidt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rudolf Kleinschmidt!
A less than humble Rudolf Kleinschmidt misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

 
 
 
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