Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 15, 2019

#R1#
Lopez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt throws a poor cross that misses
and Lopez counters with a nice body shot. #TD#
Lopez gets a double leg takedown into Dilbrandt's guard.
Lopez pushes down on Dilbrandt's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dilbrandt felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Lopez wants to free his trapped foot but Dilbrandt is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dilbrandt is trying to stand. #T1#
Lopez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lopez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lopez moves into full mount! Dilbrandt won't be happy about that!
Dilbrandt can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lopez mounts Dilbrandt! Really nice guard pass there!
Lopez controlling his opponent.
Lopez wants to control the pace but Dilbrandt is squirming around nicely.
Dilbrandt has given up his back here. Will Lopez look for the submission or keep pounding away? #SUB#
Lopez has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T3#
Lopez is not going to allow Dilbrandt to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Lopez is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Dilbrandt has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Lopez has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Dilbrandt taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Lopez doesn't care though - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gosha Lopez!
After winning the bout, Gosha Lopez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Domonic Dilbrandt spoke after the fight, saying 'QFC matchmaking is the single most idiotic thing I have ever heard of, at least make fighters slightly comparable.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 12, 2019

#R1#
Easton fails with a takedown attempt.
Easton wants to clinch up but Lopez keeps it at a distance.
Easton looks to clinch
letting Lopez counter with a right hand.
Easton needs to keep his hands up - Lopez had a free shot at his head there.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lopez, as that shot connected. #ROC2#
Easton is rocked!
Easton with a lazy takedown attempt
and Lopez counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kole Easton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Easton looks for a takedown but Lopez sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kole Easton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Easton fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lopez sprawls well initially but Easton persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Lopez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Easton pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Lopez gets full guard.#SUB2#
Lopez pushes a forearm under Easton's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Easton is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gosha Lopez!
Gosha Lopez thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 03, 2019

#R1##TD#
Tupper feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB#
Tupper is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Tupper from controlling successfully.
Lopez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tupper scoring with punches to the head and body.
Tupper missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lopez looking for a sweep. Not yet Lopez, not yet.
Tupper trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tupper wants to pass the guard but Lopez is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Lopez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lopez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Tupper drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tupper jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Tupper postures up and lands a big shot to Lopez's brow.
Tupper sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lopez 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.
Tupper works over Lopez with some ground and pound from guard.
Tupper trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom.
Tupper stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lopez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tupper looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Tupper from controlling successfully. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lopez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tupper stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lopez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lopez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tupper manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Tupper wants to sweep but no luck.
Lopez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tupper trying to control the position.
Tupper lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3#
Lopez wants to sweep but no luck.
Tupper working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Lopez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tupper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lopez is keeping the position for now.
Tupper trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lopez controls Tupper momentarily but Tupper frees himself.
Tupper trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom.
Tupper advances to half guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Tupper is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lopez defends it well.
Lopez wants to get back to full guard.
Tupper wants to take a breather but Lopez is having none of it. #SUB#
Tupper is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lopez is just riding it out for now. Tupper eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Lopez actively working from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tupper is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Augustine Tupper dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Tupper throws a shot from downtown. Lopez moves away and avoids it.
Tupper looks to land a right hand but Lopez moved out of range.
Tupper lands a leg kick that knocks Lopez off balance momentarily.
Donk. Tupper catches Lopez right on the button with a cross.
Lopez has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Tupper throws out a loose jab but Lopez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lopez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Lopez forces Tupper back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
Lopez decides to pull guard.
Tupper trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tupper drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Lopez manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tupper has Lopez in his guard.#REVB#
Lopez looking to pass the guard. #T1##SUB#
Lopez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tupper has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lopez has managed to get both his arms back between Tupper's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tupper keeping full guard, as Lopez tries to pass.
Lopez forces his way into half guard.
Tupper is pressing down on Lopez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lopez works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Tupper looking for submissions off his back.
Tupper is looking to improve his position. #T2#
Tupper is pressing down on Lopez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lopez trying to control but Tupper is working from the bottom.
Tupper wants to sweep but no luck.
Augustine Tupper overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tupper working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Tupper is looking for a triangle but Lopez pushes his legs off easily.
Tupper looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lopez is one step ahead there.
Lopez wants to pass the guard but Tupper is keeping the position.#T3##SUB#
Tupper is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lopez is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Tupper working for submissions but it's allowed Lopez to get to half guard.
Lopez seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tupper does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Well, if Lopez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #SUB2#
Lopez is looking for a kimura here.
Tupper wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Lopez is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Tupper regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lopez trying to control but Tupper is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lopez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lopez wants to control from the top but Tupper keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Gosha Lopez will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Tupper's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Tupper avoids the body shot from Lopez.
Tupper scores with a head kick.
Tupper lands with a straight right. Lopez didn't see that one coming.
Tupper misses the shot to the body.
Tupper misses with a wild body shot.
Lopez wants to counter with a clinch but Tupper pushes him away.
A shot to the liver by Tupper. Beautiful body shot.
Lopez comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tupper throws a right hand that Lopez ducks under and follows up with a left that Lopez also avoids with ease.
Augustine Tupper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tupper pushes Lopez away with a front kick.
Lopez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tupper sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lopez throws a hook but Tupper blocks it.
A slapping body kick lands there for Tupper.#T1#
Tupper connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lopez's hands.
Tupper lands a right hook to the body. #TD2#
Lopez closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Lopez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tupper wants to improve his position but Lopez is controlling well.
Lopez wants to pass to mount but Tupper is defending the position.
Tupper manages to get to full guard.
Tupper working a defensive guard here.
Tupper keeping moving, preventing Lopez from controlling successfully. #T2#
Tupper looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lopez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tupper swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lopez trying to control but Tupper is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tupper is looking for a triangle but Lopez pushes his legs off easily.
Lopez wants to pass the guard but Tupper is keeping the position.
Lopez trying to control but Tupper is working from the bottom.
Tupper working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Lopez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tupper looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lopez is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Tupper working for a triangle but Lopez defends it easily.
Lopez wants to pass the guard but Tupper is keeping the position.#SUB#
Tupper looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tupper lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T4#
Tupper lands a couple of digs.
Lopez is trying to keep Tupper in close.
Lopez can't keep his opponent in guard - Tupper advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tupper scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Tupper prevents Lopez from improving his position.
Tupper moves into full mount! Lopez won't be happy about that!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tupper lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustine Tupper showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tupper has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: WVT23 Ruas v Shakhbulatov
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1##TD#
Lopez throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Matrovsky was covering up waiting for the punch and Lopez finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Matrovsky is looking to stand up but Lopez isn't so interested in that idea.
Lopez tries to free his leg and advance position but Matrovsky is retaining full guard.
Lopez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lopez stops Matrovsky from standing up.
Matrovsky is wriggling around but Lopez manages to pass to half guard.
Lopez is pressing down on Matrovsky's thigh, looking to free his foot. Matrovsky is holding on for now. #SUB#
Lopez is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Matrovsky is defending against the submission attempts here by Lopez.
Lopez prevents Matrovsky from standing back up. #T1##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Matrovsky throws a hook to the side of Lopez's head but Lopez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Lopez was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Matrovsky.
Lopez avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lopez tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Matrovsky manages to circle out of the way.
Kalis Matrovsky seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Matrovsky shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Lopez eats them both and turns towards Matrovsky to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CL#
Lopez clinches up against the cage.
Lopez lands a shoulder strike.
Lopez misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Lopez misses with the head strike.
Lopez tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Matrovsky just stands there and leans against the cage.
Matrovsky has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Matrovsky uses good head movement to avoid it.
Matrovsky is pressed up against the cage. Lopez has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Matrovsky down to the mat. Matrovsky avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Lopez slips a jab from Matrovsky.
Lopez is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Matrovsky.
Matrovsky misses with a hook. Lopez ducked under it nicely.
Lopez uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Matrovsky.
Kalis Matrovsky is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Matrovsky misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Matrovsky on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lopez seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Lopez gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Matrovsky.
Matrovsky lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lopez circles away quickly and effectively.
Lopez takes a swing at Matrovsky's ribcage but misses.
Matrovsky misses with a looping left.
A punch combination from Matrovsky misses.
Lopez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Matrovsky manages to avoid it.#CL#
Lopez takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Lopez gets control of Matrovsky's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lopez will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Matrovsky tries to stand but Lopez is controlling from the bottom.
Lopez trying to control the position. #T4#
Matrovsky tries to stand but Lopez is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Lopez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Matrovsky defends well.#SUB#
Lopez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SU2#
Matrovsky stands and steps away. Lopez gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Lopez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Matrovsky misses with an uppercut
and Lopez counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lopez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lopez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Matrovsky misses with a looping left.
Lopez moves away from the strike by Matrovsky.
Matrovsky throws a right hand that misses
and Lopez makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
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 Gosha Lopez will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Lopez lands with a hook. Matrovsky tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Matrovsky misses with an uppercut. Lopez saw that one coming.
Matrovsky has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#KD2#
Matrovsky drops Lopez with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Lopez looks back up at him and smiles so Matrovsky waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#
Lopez is rocked!
Lopez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Matrovsky moves away.
Oh Lopez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lopez moves out of range of the strikes.
Matrovsky throws a nice looking combination but Lopez bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Matrovsky 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Matrovsky misses with a left hand
and Lopez counters with a left to the body.
Matrovsky looks to throw the jab but Lopez is out of range.
Matrovsky lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Lopez head around and knocks him out cold! Matrovsky hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kalis Matrovsky!
A victorious Kalis Matrovsky thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: WVT19 Bell v Marcell
Date: Jun 14, 2019

#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Lopez. No joy for Murhaa on that attempt.
Murhaa misses with a takedown #CL#
and Lopez counters by clinching up. #TD2#
Murhaa has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Lopez regains guard immediately.
Lopez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Murhaa manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Lopez trying to control the position from guard on top but Murhaa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lopez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Murhaa looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lopez is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez tries to free his leg and advance position but Murhaa is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Lopez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Murhaa has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lopez has managed to get both his arms back between Murhaa's legs - danger averted.
Lopez won't allow Murhaa to sweep him here. #T1#
Lopez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Murhaa is keeping the position for now.
Murhaa wants to sweep here but Lopez controlling him for the moment.
Lopez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Murhaa is keeping the position for now.
Murhaa keeping moving, preventing Lopez from controlling successfully.
Lopez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lopez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Murhaa trying to control the position.
Lopez looking to pass the guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lopez is working hard here to advance position.
Murhaa controls Lopez momentarily but Lopez frees himself. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Murhaa closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Lopez to the mat! Lopez manages to get full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Murhaa working some strikes from top position.
Murhaa postures up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Murhaa postures up and lands a big shot to Lopez's brow.
Murhaa trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lopez working for a triangle but Murhaa defends it easily.
Murhaa trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom. #T3#
Murhaa looking to pass the guard.
Murhaa wants to control from the top but Lopez keeps moving.
Murhaa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lopez is keeping the position for now.
Murhaa trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Lopez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Murhaa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lopez is keeping the position for now.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Murhaa from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Murhaa is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lopez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Gosha Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of King Murhaa.#TD2#
Murhaa looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Lopez!
Lopez is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lopez regains half guard there - taking advantage of Murhaa's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Murhaa is trying to control the action in half guard but Lopez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

King Murhaa 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#
Murhaa tries for a takedown but Lopez circles away easily
letting Lopez counter with a right hand.
Lopez lands with a good body shot.
Murhaa shoots in for a takedown but Lopez shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Murhaa with a poor takedown
and Lopez counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Gosha Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of King Murhaa.
Murhaa takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD2#
Murhaa dives in and scores a takedown into Lopez's guard.#SUB#
Lopez is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lopez is trying to control the position but Murhaa postures up.
Murhaa trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Murhaa wants to control from the top but Lopez keeps moving. #SUB#
Lopez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Murhaa gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1#
Lopez is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Murhaa trying to control but Lopez postures up.
Murhaa is staying active underneath Lopez, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Lopez is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Murhaa tries to get to full guard but Lopez has control of the leg.
Murhaa moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Murhaa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Murhaa has his hands on Lopez's head, controlling the position.
Murhaa controls Lopez momentarily but Lopez frees himself.
Lopez forces his way into half guard.
Murhaa is trying to get back to full guard.
Murhaa tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #SUB#
Lopez seems to be working for a kimura but Murhaa defends the submission attempt.
Murhaa is looking to improve his position. #T3##SUB#
Lopez is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Murhaa wants to improve his position but Lopez is controlling well.
Murhaa has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Murhaa moves into full guard.
Murhaa bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lopez's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Lopez is looking for a triangle here but Murhaa uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Lopez seems a little lost for a moment, as Murhaa dominates the positioning.#T4#
Murhaa advances nicely into full mount.
Murhaa can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lopez is looking to escape.
Lopez slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Murhaa is looking to take a break and control but Lopez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Murhaa is pressing down on Lopez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lopez is holding on for now.
Lopez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Lopez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Murhaa wants to pass the guard but Lopez is defending well.
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 Gosha Lopez will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Murhaa closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Murhaa lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Murhaa got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lopez has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Murhaa has managed to get both his arms back between Lopez's legs - danger averted.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Murhaa from controlling successfully.
Murhaa slips nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhaa is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
King Murhaa has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lopez is pressing down on Murhaa's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
Murhaa trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murhaa looking to pass the guard.
Murhaa stands and throws Lopez's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Lopez sneaks back into half guard.
Murhaa is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Murhaa is looking to pass Lopez's guard but actually Lopez recovers to full guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Murhaa from controlling successfully.
Murhaa looking to sit in guard and control but Lopez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Murhaa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lopez is aware though and is defending well.
Murhaa has his hands on Lopez's head, controlling the position.
Murhaa is trying to control the position but Lopez postures up.
Lopez tries to free his leg and advance position but Murhaa is retaining full guard. #T3#
Murhaa keeping moving, preventing Lopez from controlling successfully.
Murhaa keeping full guard, as Lopez tries to pass.
Lopez preventing the sweep.
Lopez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Murhaa swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Murhaa bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lopez's guard. #REVB#
Murhaa wants to pass the guard but Lopez is keeping the position.
Lopez is trying to keep Murhaa in close. #T4#
Murhaa advances to half guard.
Murhaa takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Lopez actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Lopez looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Murhaa is trying to control the action in half guard but Lopez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Murhaa is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Lopez reverses the position - he's now on top in Murhaa's guard.
Murhaa tries to land a sweep but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
King Murhaa comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Murhaa has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... King Murhaa!
King Murhaa very nearly forgot to thank Bullet Proof System amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: WVT16 Dabutt v Takeishi
Date: May 25, 2019

#R1#
Paddy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lopez shoots in looking for a takedown. Paddy tries to sprawl out of it but Lopez keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Paddy manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Paddy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lopez moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lopez! But no joy.
Paddy misses the shot to the body.
Paddy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Paddy tries to clinch up.
Paddy just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Paddy drives through with a takedown into Lopez's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Paddy from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paddy lands a couple of elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Lopez looking for a sweep. Not yet Lopez, not yet.
Paddy has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lopez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Lopez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Paddy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Paddy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lopez's guard. #REVR#
Paddy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Paddy is looking to work some ground and pound but Lopez has wrist control.#SUB2#
Paddy got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lopez has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Paddy has managed to get both his arms back between Lopez's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Lopez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Paddy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Paddy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Paddy controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Lopez looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Paddy passes into half guard.
Paddy prevents Lopez from improving his position.#SUB2#
Lopez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Paddy looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Lopez tries to get to full guard but Paddy has control of the leg. #T3#
Paddy is thwarting Lopez's attempts to control the position.
Paddy is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Paddy with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Lopez is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Paddy wants to control the pace but Lopez is squirming around nicely.
Lopez is looking to get to half guard.
Paddy lands with some strikes.
The referee warns Lopez that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Paddy tries to control but Lopez wriggling away.
Lopez is wriggling around trying to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Paddy swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Lopez is now in Paddy's guard. A big mistake from Paddy there, giving up the dominant position!
Paddy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lopez's guard. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Max Paddy dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Paddy fails in his attempt to clinch.
Paddy throws a body kick that misses.
A slow jab from Paddy misses its intended target.
Lopez takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice defenses there by Paddy.
Paddy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lopez.
Lopez gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Lopez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lopez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Paddy sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Paddy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paddy lands a right hook to the body. #CL#
Paddy takes the fight into the clinch.
Paddy prevents a takedown attempt there.
Max Paddy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gosha Lopez.
Paddy goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Lopez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Paddy is looking to take this one to the mat.
Lopez avoiding damage as Paddy throws knees to the body.
Lopez tries a body shot but Paddy blocks it.
Lopez tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lopez jumps guard but Paddy turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Lopez pulls guard successfully.
Lopez is trying to keep Paddy in close.
Lopez looking for a sweep. Not yet Lopez, not yet.
Paddy tries to free his leg and advance position but Lopez is retaining full guard.
Lopez wants to sweep here but Paddy controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Paddy passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lopez won't allow Paddy to pass to mount.
Paddy will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Lopez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Paddy trying to mount his opponent but Lopez defends it.
Paddy trying to control the action but Lopez is working from the bottom.
Lopez is trying to get back to full guard.
Paddy missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Paddy works his foot free and advances to mount.
Paddy trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Lopez is in all sorts of trouble here.
Lopez sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Lopez wants to get back to full guard.
Paddy is trying to control the action in half guard but Lopez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Paddy trying to pass the guard but Lopez defending well. #T4#
Lopez moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Lopez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Paddy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lopez looking for a sweep. Not yet Lopez, not yet.
Paddy looking to pass the guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Paddy'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.
Paddy is working hard here to advance position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lopez looking for a sweep. Not yet Lopez, not yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Max Paddy 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##TD2#
Lopez closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Paddy's guard.#SUB#
Paddy 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.
Lopez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Paddy is keeping the position for now.
Paddy keeping moving, preventing Lopez from controlling successfully.
Paddy keeping full guard, as Lopez tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez stands and throws Paddy's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Paddy wants to control but Lopez postures up.#T1##SUB2#
Lopez swings around for an armbar but Paddy sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lopez's guard.
Lopez 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.
Lopez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Paddy looking to improve position, pressing down on Lopez's thigh with his hand. Lopez seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Paddy paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Paddy's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Lopez picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Gosha Lopez!
A victorious Gosha Lopez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: WVT12 Carsara v Bell
Date: May 11, 2019

#R1#
Smith waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lopez.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lopez! But no joy.
Lopez misses with a telegraphed body shot #KD#
and Smith counters with a crisp one two that drops Lopez! Smith thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Lopez to his feet! Lopez is in big trouble!#ROC#
Lopez is rocked!
Smith throws a nice looking combination but Lopez bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL2#
Lopez clinches up with Smith and pushes him back against the cage.
Lopez avoiding damage as Smith throws knees to the body.
Lopez jumps guard but Smith stands there with Lopez around his waist. Lopez gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lopez tries to pull guard but Smith won't allow it.
Smith can't find room to land a body shot as Lopez controls the action.
Smith trying to land knees to the body.
Lopez has Smith pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Smith manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Awut Smith has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gosha Lopez.
Smith slowing the pace effectively.
Smith manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Smith is stalling here. #T1##TD2#
Lopez jumps guard and drags Smith to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Smith wants to control from the top but Lopez keeps moving.
Lopez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lopez is looking to sweep but instead, Smith has passed into half guard.
Lopez wants to get back to full guard.
Lopez gets back to full guard.
Lopez looking for a sweep. Not yet Lopez, not yet. #T2##SUB2#
Smith got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lopez has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Smith has managed to get both his arms back between Lopez's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Lopez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Smith defends it easily.
Smith is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Star Studded Beef that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Lopez looking to control.
Smith 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.
Smith stopping the sweep attempt from Lopez.#T3##SUB2#
Lopez is looking for a triangle here but Smith uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Lopez tries to improve position but can't.
Lopez wants to control but Smith postures up.
Lopez is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lopez keeps trying to improve his position.
Smith passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Lopez!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lopez 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.#SUB2#
Lopez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lopez is trying to maintain the position but Smith is very close to passing his half guard.
Lopez wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Lopez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lopez tries to roll over but Smith keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smith with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lopez is not content to let Smith control the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gosha Lopez will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Smith swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lopez looks to score with a jab to the body but Smith is just out of range.
Lopez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Smith.
Smith looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lopez looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lopez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lopez.
Awut Smith seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lopez throws a body punch but Smith moves out of range.
Lopez shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lopez shoots in but Smith avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith thows a body kick. Lopez tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Smith misses with a looping left.#T1#
Nice uppercut lands for Lopez. That snapped Smith's head back.
Smith throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lopez has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Awut Smith is winning the standup battle so far.
Smith swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Smith lands with a thumping leg kick. #TD2#
Lopez scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Lopez is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Smith is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Lopez wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Smith, who protects the arm well.
Smith tries to bench press Lopez off him but Lopez keeps the position. #T2#
Smith gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Lopez tries to control but Smith wriggling away.
Lopez might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Smith haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Smith manages to regain half guard. Good work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lopez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3#
Lopez working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Smith's thigh. Smith counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Smith looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Smith pulls Lopez in close to his closed guard and prevents Lopez from doing any damage or advancing position.
Lopez trying to control the position from guard on top but Smith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lopez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lopez trying to control but Smith is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A slapping leg kick lands for Smith.
Lopez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Smith.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lopez smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Smith misses with a body shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Smith.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Awut Smith dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Smith attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lopez is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Smith tries to score with a low kick but Lopez moves his leg out of the way.
A nice side step and Lopez releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lopez with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lopez misses with a hook
and Smith counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Smith lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lopez takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lopez is still on wobbly legs! Can Smith finish him?
Lopez takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lopez seems to have recovered his senses.
Smith tries to bum rush Lopez with a series of wild strikes but Lopez uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Smith tries to clinch up.#TD2#
Lopez throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Smith tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lopez is in Smith's guard.#ES#
Smith wriggles free and stands up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An inside leg kick from Smith misses.
Smith throws a body punch but Lopez moves out of range.
Lopez just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Smith throws a solid leg kick but Lopez takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Smith.#CL2#
Lopez gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lopez is looking to take this one to the mat.
Smith tries to land knees in the clinch but Lopez avoids the damage to the body.
Lopez blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smith is pushing Lopez up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Smith scores with a hook to the body.
Smith lands with a light punch inside.
Smith creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #TD2#
Lopez pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Lopez is looking for a triangle but Smith pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
Smith won't allow Lopez to sweep him here.
Smith's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Lopez isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Smith stacks Lopez 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 Smith!
Smith is looking to take a break and control but Lopez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Lopez's face as Smith controls the position. #T3#
Lopez is trying to improve his position.
Lopez manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Smith knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lopez on the ground.
Lopez manages to get to full guard.
Smith has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Lopez is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Smith is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Lopez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Smith defends it easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lopez is on top in guard. #REVB##T4#
Lopez trying to control but Smith is working from the bottom.
Lopez is fighting to break Smith's control of his arms but Smith is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Smith wants to sweep here but Lopez controlling him for the moment.
Lopez wants to control from the top but Smith keeps moving.

And that's the end of the fight!
Awut Smith showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Smith has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Awut Smith!
An out of breath and clearly excited Awut Smith thanked RESISTANCE for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: WVT8 Braddock v Brandis
Date: Apr 27, 2019

#R1#
Lopez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Walker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Johnny Walker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Walker connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Walker throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lopez.
A quick step to the side and Lopez tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lopez stuns Walker with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Walker swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Lopez counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Walker throws a leg kick #CL#
and Lopez holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD#
Lopez jumps guard and drags Walker to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Lopez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Walker defends well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Lopez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Walker doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Walker manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lopez has a closed guard, preventing Walker from standing up. #T1#
Walker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Lopez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Lopez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Walker doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Walker manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Walker is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Lopez has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Walker is looking to defend but Lopez has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Walker! Lopez pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Walker taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gosha Lopez!
An out of breath Gosha Lopez thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: WVT4 Foot v Fothergill
Date: Apr 05, 2019

#R1##TD#
Markov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Markov controls Lopez momentarily but Lopez frees himself.
Markov wants to sweep but no luck.
Lopez trying to control but Markov is working from the bottom.
Markov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Lopez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Markov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lopez is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Lopez looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Markov looking for submissions off his back.#T1##ES2#
Markov pushes Lopez off and gets back to his feet.
Lopez connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A cross from Markov lands.
Lopez looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Markov gets caught napping as Lopez dives in and scores a takedown. Markov manages to retain guard.
Markov trying to keep a closed guard but Lopez is proving a slippery customer.
Lopez trying to control the position from guard on top but Markov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lopez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Markov is keeping the position for now.
Markov is trying to keep Lopez in close. #T2#
Markov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Markov trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lopez is trying to control the position but Markov postures up.
Markov wants to pass the guard but Lopez is keeping the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Markov throws an elbow that misses. Lopez uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Markov's guard. Nice move by Lopez!#REVR#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Markov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lopez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lopez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Markov thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #T3#
Markov keeping moving, preventing Lopez from controlling successfully.
Lopez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Markov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lopez advances position into side control!
Markov is trying to get back to half guard.
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Markov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Lopez's best efforts.
Markov is looking to improve his position. #T4#
Lopez trying to advance position but Markov counters by regaining guard.
Lopez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Markov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lopez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lopez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Markov wants to sweep but no luck.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Markov holds on and takes a little breather.
Lopez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Markov is keeping the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Markov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Lopez is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Markov is aware though and is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Gosha Lopez will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Markov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lopez.
Markov keeps the fight on the outside.
Markov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lopez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lopez looks to score with a jab to the body but Markov is just out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Markov misses the target.
Markov loads up on a big right hand but Lopez slips the punch.
Markov lands a two punch combo.
Markov throws a jab when Lopez was well out of range.
Markov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Markov scores with a jab to the head. #TD#
Lopez shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Markov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Gosha Lopez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Markov wants to sweep here but Lopez controlling him for the moment.
Lopez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Markov managing to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Markov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lopez gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Markov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lopez advances position into side control!
Markov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Lopez wants to control but Markov is keeping him busy.
Markov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lopez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Markov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Markov prevents Lopez from improving position.
Markov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Markov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Markov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lopez is just riding it out for now. Markov eventually gives up the hold.
Markov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Markov trying to control the action but Lopez is working from the bottom.
Markov trying to pass the guard but Lopez defending well.
Markov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lopez wants to control but Markov is keeping busy.
Lopez tries to roll over but Markov keeps him under control.
Lopez is trying to control but can't.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Markov in particular looking to stall.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Markov wants to take a breather but Lopez is having none of it.
Markov performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Markov is looking for a kimura but Lopez is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Markov to get the leverage.
Markov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Markov sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Markov swinging wildly here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lopez lands a head shot.
Markov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lopez.
Markov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexey Markov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Lopez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Markov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As Markov tries to get set, Lopez tries to push him back and clinch up but Markov manages to avoid the attempt.
Markov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Markov throws a shot from downtown. Lopez moves away and avoids it.#TD2#
Markov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Markov trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lopez is looking for a triangle but Markov pushes his legs off easily.
Lopez is trying to control the position but Markov postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Markov from controlling successfully. #T1#
Lopez is trying to control the position but Markov postures up.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lopez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Markov.
A nice leg kick lands there from Markov.
Markov throws a hook to the side of Lopez's head but Lopez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A jab from Markov misses.
Alexey Markov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lopez takes one to the chin there.
Nice defenses there by Lopez.
Markov digs a good body shot into Lopez's ribs.
Markov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lopez.
Markov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A left lands for Markov.
Left hook, right uppercut from Markov.
Lopez looks to score with a jab to the body but Markov is just out of range.
A slow jab from Markov misses its intended target. #T2#
Markov misses with a body shot.
Lopez is looking to counter punch.
Markov throws a hook but Lopez blocks it.
Lopez seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Markov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD2#
Markov shoots in and gets a takedown into Lopez's guard.
Markov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lopez looking for a sweep. Not yet Lopez, not yet.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Markov from controlling successfully.
Markov controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Lopez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Markov defends it easily.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Markov from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB#
Lopez is looking for a triangle but Markov pushes his legs off easily.
Markov trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom.
Markov 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.
Lopez wants to control the position but Markov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB#
Lopez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lopez wants to control but Markov is keeping busy. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Markov wants to control but Lopez is keeping him busy.
Markov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Markov trying to control the pace.
Lopez is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Markov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Lopez trying to control here.
Lopez is staying active underneath Markov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lopez regains full guard. Nicely done.
Markov passes into half guard.
Markov wants to take a breather but Lopez is having none of it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alexey Markov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Markov 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexey Markov!
After the big win, Alexey Markov made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Organic Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: IFC 64 Thomas vs Lopez
Date: Aug 18, 2018

#R1#
Thomas misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Thomas has taken the fight to the clinch.
Thomas pushes Lopez back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Thomas fails to land.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lopez has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Thomas digs a right hand into Lopez's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lopez's gas tank.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopez.
Thomas lands an uppercut.
Thomas working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Lopez blocks a body shot from Thomas.
Lopez blocks an uppercut.
Lopez blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Lopez lands a takedown into guard.
Thomas wants to sweep but no luck.
Thomas is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lopez preventing the sweep. #T1#
Lopez wants to control from the top but Thomas keeps moving.
Thomas manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lopez manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Lopez looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Thomas has picked Lopez up and slammed him! Lopez can't keep hold of the triangle and Thomas manages to pass to side control!
Thomas works to advance to full mount. Lopez defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Thomas looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lopez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2#
Lopez is in a horrible position here. Thomas smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Thomas takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Lopez tries to lock up and control but Thomas gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lopez wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Thomas.
Lopez gets back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thomas tries to pass to full mount but Lopez defends it. #T3#
Lopez works his way to full guard. Good work.
Thomas looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Lopez throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Thomas escapes and throws Lopez's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Lopez is trying to get back to half guard.
Thomas slows the pace down. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Thomas misses with the ground and pound.
Lopez looks to move to half guard but instead Thomas has passed into mount! Damn!
Lopez is working to get back to half guard.
Lopez blocking the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thomas unloads with some shots from mount but Lopez bucks and avoids them well.
Lopez wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Thomas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jax Thomas dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Thomas throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Thomas walks into a straight right hand from Lopez.
Thomas lands with a cross.
Thomas is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lopez can do to turn this around?
Lopez has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Lopez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thomas.
Lopez steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Thomas.
Lopez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lopez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Thomas tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lopez paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Thomas throws a sloppy body shot
and Lopez counters with a nice body shot.
Nice takedown defense from Thomas. No joy for Lopez on that attempt.
Lopez lands with a nice body punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thomas looks to score with a jab to the body but Lopez is just out of range.
Thomas misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lopez.
Thomas throws a combination. Lopez tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Thomas is looking to wear down Lopez with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1#
Lopez ducks under a wild hook from Thomas.
Lopez tries to counter by closing the distance.
Thomas throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thomas fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lopez manages to avoid it.
Lopez looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Thomas cracks Lopez with an open hand slap.#ROC#
Lopez is rocked!#CL2#
Lopez instigates a clinch.
Lopez is still on wobbly legs! Can Thomas finish him?
Thomas lands a shot to the body.
Lopez jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Thomas walks away with a smile on his face. Lopez gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lopez looks up at the clock. Bad move! Thomas lands a right hand from hell, dropping Lopez. Thomas pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jax Thomas!
Jax Thomas retains his lightweight title!
An out of breath Jax Thomas thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: IFC MW 33 Thomas vs Gellar
Date: Jul 18, 2018

#R1#
Shadow throws a big shot that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Lopez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lopez throws out a loose jab but Shadow uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lopez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Shadow.
The fight stays on the outside here - Shadow looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Shadow tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lopez swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Shadow scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The fighters circle momentarily. Shadow darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A good leg kick by Shadow.
Lopez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Shadow looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shadow scores with a decent looking hook.#CL2#
Shadow has taken the fight to the clinch.
Shadow misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lopez scores with a shoulder strike.
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!
Lopez lands a body shot in the clinch.
Lopez blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Lopez prevents a body shot from Shadow.
Shadow tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lopez's elbow. #TD#
Lopez gets a trip takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Lopez is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Shadow is just riding it out for now. Lopez eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Lopez is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Shadow has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lopez is keen to just control but Shadow is a slippery customer.#T2#
Shadow is looking to control Lopez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Shadow avoid being mounted?
Shadow tries to get to full guard but Lopez has control of the leg. #SUB#
Lopez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Shadow sees it coming and defends easily.
Lopez is trying to control the action in half guard but Shadow is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Shadow actively working from the bottom here.
Shadow won't allow Lopez to pass to mount. #T3#
Shadow wants to get back to full guard but Lopez has mounted him!#SUB#
Lopez looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Shadow tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lopez wants to control the pace but Shadow is squirming around nicely.
Lopez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lopez wants to control but Shadow has made it back to half guard. Nice work. #T4#
Lopez tries to pass to full mount but Shadow defends it. #SUB#
Lopez is working for a kimura but Shadow is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shadow tries to roll over but Lopez keeps him under control.
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 Gosha Lopez will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Lopez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Shadow throws out the jab.
Lopez looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Shadow tries to land a front kick but Lopez steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lopez takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lopez keeps the fight on the outside.
Lopez was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Shadow throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Lopez to counter with a crisp jab.
Shadow misses with an uppercut.
Lopez is looking to counter the offense by Shadow and move into the clinch.
Shadow stuffs the takedown attempt from Lopez. Lopez gets slowly back to his feet.
Shadow now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Shadow lands a glancing blow to the side of Lopez's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Shadow misses.
Shadow 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.
Shadow wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Shadow.
Shadow on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Shadow throws a jab but it's blocked by Lopez.
Lopez tries to counter by clinching up but Shadow breaks away and moves out of range.#T1#
Lopez takes a jab right on the kisser.
A thudding body kick lands there by Shadow!
A looping hook to the body misses from Lopez. Shadow does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shadow looks to score with a jab to the body but Lopez is just out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Lopez misses the target.
Soul Shadow is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lopez blocks the body kick.
Shadow pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Soul Shadow seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shadow swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Shadow throws a head kick but Lopez moves out of range.
Shadow takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#TD#
Shadow tries to sprawl but Lopez drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Shadow wants to control but Lopez is keeping busy.
Lopez trying to advance position but Shadow counters by regaining guard. #T2#
Shadow looking for a sweep. Not yet Shadow, not yet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lopez is looking to pass into half guard but Shadow pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Shadow is in guard.#REVB#
Lopez keeping full guard, as Shadow tries to pass.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Shadow from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Lopez looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lopez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shadow is one step ahead there. #T3#
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Shadow from controlling successfully.
Shadow slips nicely into half guard.
Shadow controlling the action here.
Shadow is trying to control the action in half guard but Lopez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #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.
Lopez tries to roll over but Shadow keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Shadow is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lopez sees it coming and defends easily.
Shadow is taking a breather. Lopez says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Shadow seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lopez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lopez misses the shot to the body.
Soul Shadow seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Lopez closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lopez lands in his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lopez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shadow has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lopez has managed to get both his arms back between Shadow's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Soul Shadow showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Lopez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lopez lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CL2#
Shadow gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Shadow softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD#
Lopez has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Shadow clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB#
Lopez working for a choke but Shadow is defending well. #SUB#
Shadow 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 Lopez gets his way!
Shadow looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T1#
Shadow breaks Lopez's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Shadow sitting in guard here, content to control.
Shadow wants to control from the top but Lopez keeps moving.
Lopez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Shadow won't allow Lopez to sweep him here. #T2#
Lopez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Shadow controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lopez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shadow is one step ahead there.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Shadow from controlling successfully.
Lopez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3#
Shadow looking to control.
Our spies down at at Sweat inform us that Shadow has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Lopez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shadow swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Shadow looking for subs off his back but Lopez has passed one foot through into half guard.
Well, if Lopez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Shadow is trying to get back to full guard.
Lopez trying to control from half guard but Shadow is working away.
Shadow trying to control from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Shadow throws out a loose jab but Lopez uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Lopez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nice takedown defense from Shadow. No joy for Lopez on that attempt. #CL2#
Lopez gets tackled into the cage by Shadow. Shadow maintains the clinch.
Shadow misses with a shot to the kidneys.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gosha Lopez showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lopez has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

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

Event: IFC MW 32 Chugman vs Lopez
Date: Jun 20, 2018

#R1#
Chugman fails with the takedown.
Chugman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Chugman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lopez moves away.
Chugman tries for a takedown but Lopez circles away easily
and Lopez counters with a stiff right hand.
Lopez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chugman was well out of range. Poor timing from Lopez.
Lopez checks the leg kick.
A nice combination there by Lopez.
Chugman throws out a leg kick but Lopez moves out of range and Chugman only half commits.
Lopez misses with a body shot.
Chugman throws a low kick, looking for Lopez's leg but Lopez calmly moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez blocks a low kick nicely.
Lopez tries to counter by closing the distance.
Chugman misses with a wild body shot.
Chugman defending well as Lopez loads up on a big left hand.
Good standup being displayed there by Lopez as he connects with a hook.
Lopez swings for the body but Chugman moves out of range. #T1#
Chugman with a poor takedown
and Chugman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Klaus Chugman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Chugman dives in and grabs Lopez's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lopez pushes down on Chugman's head and hops out.
Lopez digs a good body shot into Chugman's ribs.
Chugman tries to score with a low kick but Lopez moves his leg out of the way.
Lopez is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Chugman walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lopez checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Chugman with a poor takedown
and Lopez counters with a left to the body.
Nice defenses there by Chugman.#TD#
Chugman closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Chugman lands in his opponent's guard.
Lopez controls Chugman momentarily but Chugman frees himself.
Chugman is looking to advance position but Lopez has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chugman is trying desperately to improve position.#T2#
Lopez wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #SUB2#
Lopez is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Chugman is surviving well by controlling Lopez's body position as best he can.
Chugman slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lopez is working for a kimura but Chugman is defending it quite comfortably.
Chugman moves into full guard.
Lopez passes into half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Lopez is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Chugman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lopez pulls his head out easily.
Lopez moves into full mount! Chugman won't be happy about that!
Chugman is trying to escape the mount but Lopez keeps good control and instead manages to take Chugman's back.
Chugman is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Lopez trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Chugman breaks Lopez's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Chugman is fighting to break Lopez's control of his arms but Lopez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Chugman wants to pass the guard but Lopez is keeping the position.#T4#
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Chugman from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Chugman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Chugman forces his way into half guard.
Lopez is pressing down on Chugman's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Chugman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chugman trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lopez has his foot on Chugman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chugman works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gosha Lopez dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Chugman looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Chugman trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chugman looking to sit in guard and control but Lopez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Lopez stands and throws Chugman's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Chugman is trying to work for a sweep but Lopez has mounted him!
Chugman is desperately trying to improve his position but Lopez has a good base and remains in mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez avoids the attempt from Chugman to control.
Lopez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Chugman really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T1#
Chugman slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chugman is looking to control Lopez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chugman avoid being mounted?
Chugman moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Chugman looking to control.
Lopez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Chugman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Chugman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lopez manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Chugman from controlling successfully. #T2#
Lopez can't keep his opponent in guard - Chugman advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Chugman is trying to control the action in half guard but Lopez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Chugman with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lopez is not content to let Chugman control the position.#SUB2#
Lopez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Lopez actively working from the bottom here.
Lopez manages to get to full guard.
Chugman trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB2#
Lopez looking for a guillotine here but Chugman defends easily.
Chugman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Chugman stopping the sweep attempt from Lopez.
Our spies down at at Shark Tank MMA inform us that Lopez has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Chugman trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Lopez has an active guard here but Chugman has managed to pass into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lopez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lopez tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Lopez working for a triangle but Chugman defends it easily.
Chugman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lopez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Lopez has an active guard here but Chugman has managed to pass into half 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 Klaus Chugman will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Chugman dives in and scores a takedown into Lopez's guard.
Lopez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chugman is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Lopez is looking for a triangle but Chugman pushes his legs off easily.
Chugman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Chugman wants to control from the top but Lopez keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chugman forces his way into half guard.#T1#
Lopez wants to get back to full guard.
Ground and pound from Chugman.
Lopez is looking for a sweep. Chugman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lopez works his way to full guard. Good work.
Chugman trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom.
Lopez working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Chugman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lopez has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chugman has managed to get both his arms back between Lopez's legs - danger averted.
Lopez is controlling Chugman's posture.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Chugman is looking to advance position but Lopez has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Lopez prevents Chugman from getting the reversal.
Lopez tries to control but Chugman wriggling away.
Chugman gets back to half guard.
Chugman moves into full guard. #SUB#
Chugman looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lopez passes into half guard.
Chugman is trying to maintain the position but Lopez is very close to passing his half guard.
Chugman wants to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB#
Chugman looking for submissions off his back.
Chugman wants to improve his position but Lopez is controlling well.
Chugman is working hard here to advance position.
Klaus Chugman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Lopez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Chugman sees it coming and defends easily.
Lopez is trying to control. Chugman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Chugman is looking for a sweep. Lopez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chugman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The fighters are battling for position here. Chugman manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Chugman looking for subs off his back but Lopez has passed one foot through into half guard.
Chugman is pressing down on Lopez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Lopez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chugman is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Chugman is looking for a triangle but Lopez pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Chugman working for submissions but it's allowed Lopez to get to half guard.
Chugman wants to improve his position but Lopez is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Lopez wants to work for an arm triangle but Chugman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Lopez is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Klaus Chugman.
I think Chugman has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

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

Event: IFC MW 29 Murhaa V Heavyweight
Date: May 30, 2018

#R1#
Tiote tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lopez manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tiote throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lopez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tiote has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#CL#
Lopez closes the distance and pushes Tiote back into the cage.#TD#
Lopez wants the takedown. Tiote is fighting it off but Lopez persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Tiote's guard against the cage.#SUB2#
Tiote looking for a guillotine here but Lopez defends easily.
Lopez wants to control from the top but Tiote keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tiote looking for subs off his back but Lopez has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB#
Lopez is working for a submission of some sort. #T1#
Lopez trying to mount his opponent but Tiote defends it. #SUB2#
Tiote is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lopez pulls his head out easily.
Tiote wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lopez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tiote knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Lopez is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tiote is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Tiote actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Lopez is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lopez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3#
Tiote is looking for a sweep. Lopez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Tiote actively working from the bottom here.
Lopez controlling the action here.
Tiote makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tiote.#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.
Lopez tries to free his leg and advance position but Tiote is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tiote fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lopez stuffs the takedown attempt from Tiote. Tiote gets slowly back to his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Lopez misses the target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tiote.
Gosha Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.
Tiote looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lopez tries to counter by clinching up but Tiote breaks away and moves out of range.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tiote looks for a takedown but Lopez sprawls well.
Tiote tries to clinch but Lopez moves out of range.
It looked like Lopez was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tiote.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gosha Lopez dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Tiote looking to score a takedown here. Lopez is defending well but Tiote drives through and ends up in Lopez's guard.
Lopez trying to keep a closed guard but Tiote is proving a slippery customer.
Lopez wants to sweep here but Tiote controlling him for the moment.
Lopez seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Lopez here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully.
Lopez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tiote manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Lopez advances position into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez tries to advance to mount but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Tiote bucks up and tries to throw Lopez off but instead Lopez has got his back!
Lopez is looking to control Tiote but Tiote is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Gosha Lopez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Lopez looking for the choke from the back.
Lopez has the hooks in. Tiote is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Lopez tightening his grip on Tiote, looking for the choke.
Lopez doesn't have the hooks in and Tiote manages to turn into his guard. #T2##SUB#
Lopez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tiote trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tiote looking to sit in guard and control but Lopez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Lopez 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.
Lopez wants to pass the guard but Tiote is keeping the position.#T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tiote is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Lopez is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tiote pushes down on Lopez's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Lopez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Lopez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tiote pulls his head out easily.
Lopez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tiote can do to turn this around?#T4#
Tiote wants to pass to mount but Lopez is defending the position.
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Lopez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lopez is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tiote scores with a couple of nice shots.
Lopez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tiote is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Tiote seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lopez holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiote is keen to just control but Lopez is a slippery customer.
Lopez tries to roll over but Tiote keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Feihck Tiote will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Tiote shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lopez sprawls well. Lopez wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tiote gets slowly back to his feet.
Tiote wants to clinch.
Lopez leaves Tiote with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Tiote shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lopez manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez wants to sweep here but Tiote controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Lopez looking for a guillotine here but Tiote defends easily. #T1#
Tiote postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Tiote sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lopez's guard.
Lopez wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Lopez looking for submissions off his back.
Lopez wants to improve his position but Tiote is controlling well.
Tiote is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lopez trying to control from the bottom.
Tiote seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lopez gets back to full guard.
Tiote sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lopez's guard.
Tiote stalling away here and it's allowed Lopez to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Tiote passes Lopez's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T3#
Lopez is trying to maintain the position but Tiote is very close to passing his half guard.
Tiote passes the guard and advances to mount!
Tiote prevents Lopez from getting the reversal.
Tiote lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Lopez hang on?
Tiote takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tiote looking to control but Lopez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Lopez is trying desperately to improve position.
Lopez wants to hold on but Tiote pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tiote dominating with strikes here.
Tiote is trying to control here but Lopez has managed to regain half guard.
Tiote is trying to control the action in half guard but Lopez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Feihck Tiote comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tiote has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Riner Clothing and Laundry (85%) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: IFC 49 Big Murha V Wild Turkey
Date: May 05, 2018

#R1#
Diame Jr throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Diame Jr throws a sloppy head kick
and Lopez counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Diame Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lopez seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Diame Jr throws out a leg kick but Lopez moves out of range and Diame Jr only half commits.
Lopez scores with a body shot.
Lopez takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Diame Jr tries a head kick but it misses.
Lopez appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Diame Jr throws a head kick that misses #CL#
and Lopez holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Diame Jr wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Diame Jr tries to circle away but Lopez has him pinned against the cage.
Diame Jr is pressed up against the cage. Lopez has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Diame Jr down to the mat. Diame Jr avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
We've been hearing reports that Lopez has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Lopez fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Diame Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Diame Jr shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lopez defends it nicely.
It looked like Lopez wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Lopez blocks a head kick by Diame Jr.
Diame Jr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A quick step to the side and Lopez tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lopez checks a leg kick.
Diame Jr shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Lopez counter with a right hand. #CL#
Lopez has Diame Jr up against the cage in a clinch. #TD#
Lopez decides to pull guard.
Lopez has his hands on Diame Jr's head, controlling the position.
Lopez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T2#
Diame Jr looking to pass the guard.
Lopez is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Lopez continues to stall.
Diame Jr looking to pass the guard.
Lopez controlling Diame Jr's posture. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Lopez stuffs the takedown.
Gosha Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dumba Diame Jr.
Lopez looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lopez avoids the head kick by Diame Jr.
Lopez blocks the body kick.
As Diame Jr tries to get set, Lopez tries to push him back and clinch up but Diame Jr manages to avoid the attempt.
Lopez lands an overhand right.
Lopez circles away from the clinch attempt.
Diame Jr gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Lopez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lopez with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD2#
Diame Jr decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Diame Jr prevents Lopez from improving his position.
Lopez is trying is best to control the position here.
More hug and hope from Lopez.
Diame Jr looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lopez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lopez regains full guard. Nicely done.
Diame Jr looking to pass the guard.
Diame Jr trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom.
Diame Jr looking to pass the guard.
Lopez pulls Diame Jr in close to prevent any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lopez is on top in guard. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gosha Lopez dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Lopez lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Diame Jr lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Diame Jr gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Lopez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dumba Diame Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A solid body kick from Diame Jr.
Diame Jr throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Lopez's head.
Diame Jr throws a head kick that misses
enabling Lopez to counter with a crisp jab.
Lopez lands a right hook to the body.
Lopez scores with a jab. Diame Jr acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Lopez fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Diame Jr to the ground. Lopez is now in Diame Jr's guard.
Diame Jr is trying to keep Lopez in close.
Lopez 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. #T1#
Lopez pushing down on Diame Jr's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Lopez is looking to advance position but Diame Jr won't allow it.
Diame Jr wants to improve his position but Lopez is controlling well.
Gosha Lopez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lopez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lopez is trying to control the action in half guard but Diame Jr is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lopez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lopez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Diame Jr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Dumba Diame Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Diame Jr tries a head kick but it misses.
Diame Jr throws a sloppy head kick and Lopez moves out of range easily. #T3#
Diame Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
No joy there for Lopez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lopez misses with a wild combination.
Diame Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Diame Jr looks to throw a body kick
and Lopez counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Diame Jr throws a body kick that misses.
Diame Jr lands with a slapping head kick.
Diame Jr misses with a body kick.
A head kick misses from Diame Jr.
Diame Jr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lopez.
Diame Jr throws a head kick but Lopez moves out of range.
Diame Jr throws a head kick that misses
and Lopez makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Diame Jr is breathing heavily.
Lopez takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Lopez scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lopez is looking to wear down Diame Jr with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Lopez drives through with a takedown into Diame Jr's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Lopez stays in close to Diame Jr's body and controls the position.
Lopez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Diame Jr for as long as he can get away with.
Diame Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lopez is one step ahead there.
Lopez sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gosha Lopez dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Lopez scores with a jab.
Lopez throws a body punch but Diame Jr moves out of range.
Diame Jr misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lopez is looking to clinch but Diame Jr is avoiding it.
Diame Jr throws a head kick that misses.
Diame Jr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Diame Jr throws a head kick that misses.
Diame Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lopez.
Diame Jr throws a head kick that misses
and Lopez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Lopez closes the distance and clinches.
Lopez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lopez is looking to take this one to the mat.
Lopez tries to pull guard but Diame Jr holds him up against the cage and eventually Lopez drops back down to his feet. #T1#
Diame Jr is looking to break free of the clinch but Lopez has double underhooks.
Diame Jr blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Diame Jr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Diame Jr misses with a kick to the body.
Diame Jr throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Diame Jr scores with a head kick.
Lopez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sloppy strikes from Lopez. Those never looked like landing.
Lopez jabs Diame Jr to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lopez.
A head kick misses from Diame Jr.
Diame Jr throws a head kick that misses
and Lopez counters with a lovely shot to the body.#CL#
Lopez forces Diame Jr back against the cage and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Diame Jr tries to stall but Lopez uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Diame Jr tries to circle away but Lopez has him pinned against the cage.
Lopez drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gosha Lopez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Diame Jr working hard to break the clinch.#T3#
Lopez drops down looking for an ankle pick but Diame Jr pulls his leg out and moves away.
Diame Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lopez fails in his attempt to clinch.
Diame Jr tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
No luck for Diame Jr with that takedown attempt.
Lopez swings for the body but Diame Jr moves out of range.
Lopez blocks a head kick by Diame Jr.
Diame Jr looks for a takedown but Lopez sprawls well.
Diame Jr takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Diame Jr throws a sloppy head kick and Lopez moves out of range easily.
A jab from Lopez does it's job there.
A slapping body kick lands there for Diame Jr.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Lopez here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.#T4#
Diame Jr throws a sloppy head kick and Lopez moves out of range easily.
Diame Jr misses with a body kick.
Diame Jr throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Lopez counter with a right hand. #CL#
Lopez has managed to clinch.
Diame Jr tries to break free but Lopez pushes him back against the cage.
Diame Jr tries for a takedown. No joy.
Diame Jr drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lopez gets the underhooks and prevents it. #TD#
Diame Jr is fighting off a takedown attempt but Lopez is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Diame Jr to the mat. Diame Jr regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gosha Lopez showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lopez has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gosha Lopez!
Gosha Lopez thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: IFC MW21 Island V Sainty
Date: Apr 04, 2018

#R1##CL#
Entei moves into the clinch successfully.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lopez has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Lopez is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Entei to keep the fight standing.#TD2#
Lopez has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Entei uses from the top position.
Entei stays in close to Lopez's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Entei got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lopez has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Entei has managed to get both his arms back between Lopez's legs - danger averted.
Lopez wants to sweep here but Entei controlling him for the moment.
Entei 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.
Entei trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lopez is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Lopez is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1#
Lopez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Entei has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Entei wants to get up but he can't break Lopez's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Entei wants to stand and escape but instead Lopez has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Lopez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Entei looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Entei is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lopez is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lopez tries to free his leg and advance position but Entei is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Lopez thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Entei is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lopez looking to pass the guard.
Entei working a defensive guard here.
Entei wants to stand but Lopez is controlling the position.
Entei trying to control the position here.
Lopez looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Entei tries a head kick but it misses.
Lopez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Entei was well out of range. Poor timing from Lopez.
Lopez circles away from the clinch attempt. #T3#
Entei wants to clinch up but Lopez keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Lopez forces Entei back against the cage and clinches.
Lopez blocks a body shot from Entei.
Lopez prevents a body shot from Entei.
Lopez blocks a body shot from Entei.
Lopez drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lopez digs a right hand underneath Entei's ribcage. Entei let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Entei misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lopez tries for a takedown. No joy.
Harry Entei has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gosha Lopez.#T4#
Lopez working aggressively here.
Lopez tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Entei smiles and moves away.
Nice sprawl there from Entei as Lopez shoots in.
Lopez's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Entei connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lopez scrambles back to his feet.
Entei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lopez was well out of range. Poor timing from Entei.
Entei misses with a wild combination.
Entei throws a push kick but Lopez slaps the foot to one side.
Entei throws a half hearted mid kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Entei lands a high kick!
Entei lands with a shot to the body.
Lopez looks for a takedown but Entei sprawls well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Harry Entei 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#
Entei throws a head kick that half lands.
Lopez avoids the body shot from Entei.
Entei lands with a nice body punch.
Lopez takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #CL2#
Entei gets tackled into the cage by Lopez. Lopez maintains the clinch.
Entei throws a head punch that misses.
Entei misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Entei cracks Lopez with a nice body shot.
Entei misses with a punch to the body.
Lopez jumps guard but Entei stands there with Lopez around his waist. Lopez gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Entei misses with a body punch.
Entei is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lopez can do to turn this around?#T1#
Entei tries to throw a body punch but Lopez avoids it by throwing Entei back against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Lopez.
Lopez tries to pull guard but Entei holds him up against the cage and eventually Lopez drops back down to his feet.
Entei tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lopez's elbow.
Entei lands a left hand.
Lopez is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Entei to keep the fight standing.
Harry Entei has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gosha Lopez.
Entei can't find room to land a body shot as Lopez controls the action.
Lopez wants a takedown.
Entei scores with a shot to the side of Lopez's head. #T2#
Entei misses with a short punch on the inside.
Entei scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Entei tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Entei goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lopez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez tries for a takedown. No joy.
Entei misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lopez jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Entei walks away with a smile on his face. Lopez gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Entei lands with a kick to the temple. Lopez shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Entei misses with an uppercut.
A nice side step and Lopez releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Entei lands with a hook. Lopez tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T3#
Lopez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A low kick from Entei is predictable there
and Lopez counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Entei clinches up with Lopez and pushes him back against the cage.
Entei tries to work over Lopez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lopez struggles to land a body shot inside as Entei controls his hands.
Entei misses with a body punch. #TD2#
Lopez has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Entei is trying to keep an underhook but Lopez manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Lopez uses his free foot to push down on Entei's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Entei.
Lopez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Entei tries to hold on but Lopez postures up.#T4#
You get the feeling that Entei really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Entei tries to reverse the position but Lopez maintains control.
Entei tries to hold on but Lopez pushes him away. #SUB2#
Lopez swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gosha Lopez!
During a confident post fight interview, Gosha Lopez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: IFC Mid Week 18
Date: Mar 14, 2018

#R1#
Niyotrong misses with a low kick.
Lopez lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD2#
Niyotrong gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES#
Niyotrong has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Lopez is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Niyotrong creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lopez blocking some punches.
Niyotrong fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Niyotrong goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Niyotrong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lopez's elbow.
Niyotrong tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lopez scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Lopez has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Niyotrong uses from the top position.
Lopez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Niyotrong throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Lopez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Niyotrong gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lopez looking for a sweep. Not yet Lopez, not yet.
Lopez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Niyotrong trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lopez has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Niyotrong should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Lopez has tightened it up now! Niyotrong 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 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gosha Lopez!
Gosha Lopez thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: IFC Mid Week 15
Date: Feb 14, 2018

#R1#
Sainty misses with a low kick.
Lopez now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lopez checks the leg kick nicely there. #TD#
Sainty shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lopez's guard.
Lopez pulls Sainty in close to his closed guard and prevents Sainty from doing any damage or advancing position.
Lopez is trying to control the position but Sainty postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
Lopez is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1#
Lopez pulls Sainty in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Lopez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sainty doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sainty manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lopez wants to sweep but no luck.
We've been hearing good reports from Sainty'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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lopez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Lopez looking for a guillotine here but Sainty defends easily. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Sainty from controlling successfully.
Lopez pulls Sainty in close to his closed guard and prevents Sainty from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lopez slips a jab from Sainty.
Sainty sets himself, and Lopez steps forward looking for the clinch! Sainty avoids it this time.
Lopez swings for the body but Sainty moves out of range. #T3#
Sainty misses with a low kick. #CL2#
Sainty gets tackled into the cage by Lopez. Lopez maintains the clinch.
Sainty fails to pull guard. #TD2#
Lopez ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lopez no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Lopez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sainty looking to pass the guard.
Sainty trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom. #T4#
Lopez is looking to sweep but instead, Sainty has passed into half guard.
Lopez has his hands clasped together around Sainty's back. He's all about the action.
Lopez trying to hold on to Sainty's head to control him but Sainty postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sainty is trying to control. Lopez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Sainty is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
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 Daniel Sainty will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Sainty gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Lopez to score an easy takedown into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lopez wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving.
Sainty controls Lopez momentarily but Lopez frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lopez looking to improve position, pressing down on Sainty's thigh with his hand. Sainty seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Lopez paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Lopez's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Sainty picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Daniel Sainty!
Daniel Sainty took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, IniTech Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: IFC XXXV
Date: Jan 27, 2018

#R1#
Wilder throws a big shot that misses.
Lopez seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Wilder scores with a shot to the body.
Lopez lands with an overhand left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lopez. Wilder does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lopez is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Wilder to keep the fight standing.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Wilder.
Lopez is trying to pull guard but Wilder has him pressed against the cage.
Lopez is trying to pull guard but Wilder has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gosha Lopez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez tries to pull guard but Wilder forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Wilder fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wilder stops a takedown attempt from Lopez.
Lopez tries to work over Wilder's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lopez wants to take the fight to the mat but Wilder manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T1#
Wilder tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wilder creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lopez drops down looking for an ankle pick but Wilder pulls his leg out and moves away.
Lopez changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Wilder tries to avoid it but Lopez manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Wilder to the ground. Wilder escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Wilder gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Wilder is looking to stand back up but Lopez counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Wilder. #REVB#
Wilder is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wilder is staying active underneath Lopez, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Lopez is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wilder is just riding it out for now. Lopez eventually gives up the hold.
Lopez is trying to control the action in half guard but Wilder is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Wilder controlling the position for now.
Lopez tries to pass to full mount but Wilder defends it.
Lopez is working hard here to advance position.
Wilder is trying to stand up here but Lopez is controlling him well.
Lopez trying to mount his opponent but Wilder defends it.
Wilder is looking to escape.#T3#
Lopez is looking to advance position but Wilder won't allow it. #SUB#
Lopez is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Wilder is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Wilder is not content to let Lopez control the position.#SUB#
Lopez is trying to work for a kimura but Wilder is defending well.
Lopez is looking to advance position but Wilder won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lopez trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Wilder takes a swing at Lopez's ribcage but misses.
Lopez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wilder swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lopez counters with a straight right hand.
Wilder misses with a few strikes there.
Wilder thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Wilder moves into the clinch.
Lopez has Wilder pressed against the cage, preventing Wilder from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Wilder has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Lopez seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Wilder can turn it around.
Lopez lands an uppercut.
Lopez tries to pull guard but Wilder won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wilder prevents the takedown attempt.
Lopez lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wilder or not. #TD#
Lopez tightens his grip and picks Wilder up, before dumping him to the ground. Wilder manages to land in guard.
Lopez looking to pass the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Gosha Lopez will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Lopez swings for the body but Wilder moves out of range.
Wilder takes a swing at Lopez's ribcage but misses. #TD#
Lopez drives through with a takedown into guard.
Wilder wants to sweep but no luck.
Wilder is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Wilder 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lopez looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez wants to control from the top but Wilder keeps moving.
Wilder pulls Lopez in to control the position. #T1#
Lopez tries to free his leg and advance position but Wilder is retaining full guard.
Lopez won't allow Wilder to sweep him here.
Wilder wants to stand and escape but Lopez is having none of it.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Lopez looking to pass the guard.
Wilder controlling Lopez's posture. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A shot to the body from Wilder misses
enabling Lopez to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Wilder rushes Lopez and presses him up against the cage.
Lopez is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Wilder to keep the fight standing.
Wilder wants to get back to striking at distance but Lopez won't allow it.
Lopez has Wilder pressed against the cage, preventing Wilder from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Wilder gets through Lopez's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lopez goes for a takedown attempt but Wilder pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #T2#
Lopez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wilder connects with a jab.
A big right from Wilder misses.
Wilder misses with a looping right.
Lopez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wilder moves away.
Lopez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wilder.
Wilder throws out a loose jab but Lopez uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slow jab from Wilder misses its intended target.
Wilder swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Lopez shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Wilder's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#ES2#
Wilder uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Wilder fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lopez manages to avoid it.#T3#
Wilder throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wilder takes a swing at Lopez's ribcage but misses.
Wilder uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lopez.
Wilder misses with a looping left.
Wilder swings for the body but Lopez moves out of range.
Jaxson Wilder seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wilder moves away from the strike by Lopez.
Lopez's corner calls for a 1-2. Lopez obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Wilder swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wilder throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Wilder misses the target.
Wilder lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lopez moves out of range as Wilder strikes.
As Wilder tries to get set, Lopez tries to push him back and clinch up but Wilder manages to avoid the attempt.#T4#
Wilder looks to land a right hand but Lopez moved out of range.
Lopez slips a jab and a cross from Wilder.
Wilder misses with an uppercut #CL#
and Lopez moves into the clinch.#TD#
Lopez has hold of one of Wilder's legs. Wilder is fighting the takedown attempt but Lopez gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wilder controlling the position.
Lopez tries to free his leg and advance position but Wilder is retaining full guard.
Wilder 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.
Wilder wants to stand up but Lopez is controlling him.
Lopez trying to control but Wilder is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxson Wilder showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Wilder punishes Lopez's body with a nice straight punch.
Lopez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Wilder counters with a left to the body.
Wilder ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lopez moves away.
Wilder throws a shot from downtown. Lopez moves away and avoids it.
Wilder lands a right hook to the body.
Wilder scores with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez lands with a nice body punch.
Lopez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wilder was well out of range. Poor timing from Lopez.
Wilder throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lopez avoids the body shot from Wilder. #T1#
Wilder misses the jab.
Wilder tries to close the distance and clinch but Lopez swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lopez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Wilder but Wilder pushes him off and we're back to square one.
It seemed like Wilder was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jaxson Wilder is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wilder missing with a left hand there. Lopez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wilder throws a jab when Lopez was well out of range.
Lopez is looking to counter the offense by Wilder and move into the clinch.
Wilder throws out a powerful jab.
Lopez moves out of range as Wilder strikes.
Wilder throws a lazy uppercut
and Lopez counters with a nice uppercut.
Wilder takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lopez takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T2#
A jab from Wilder misses. #CL#
Lopez closes the distance and clinches.
Lopez tries to pull guard but Wilder forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gosha Lopez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wilder gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lopez.
Wilder pushes Lopez back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Wilder lands an uppercut.
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!
Lopez prevents Wilder from breaking the clinch.
Lopez softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wilder lands with a left to the head.
Wilder lands with a light punch inside. #ROC2#
Lopez is rocked!
Wilder tries to throw a body punch but Lopez avoids it by throwing Wilder back against the cage.
Oh Lopez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lopez jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Wilder walks away with a smile on his face. Lopez gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lopez leaves his chin hanging out and Wilder seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Lopez crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jaxson Wilder!
After winning the bout, Jaxson Wilder thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: IFC XXXI
Date: Dec 30, 2017

#R1#
A jab lands there for Lopez.
Lopez lands a body shot. #CL#
Brooksbank clinches with his opponent.
Lopez digs a right hand into Brooksbank's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Brooksbank's gas tank.
Lopez scores with a shot to the side of Brooksbank's head.
Brooksbank fails to pull guard.
Brooksbank tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lopez smiles and moves away. #TD#
Brooksbank manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Lopez on his heels. He'll look to pass Lopez's guard now, I'm sure.
Lopez looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Brooksbank puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Lopez wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Brooksbank is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lopez is looking for a sweep. Brooksbank is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Lopez slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lopez looking to control but Brooksbank passes into half guard.
Lopez is looking for a sweep. Brooksbank is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Brooksbank is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lopez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Brooksbank.
Brooksbank trying to control the action but Lopez is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Brooksbank is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lopez is just riding it out for now. Brooksbank eventually gives up the hold.
Lopez is looking for a sweep. Brooksbank is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Lopez is doing well to control the position and prevent Brooksbank from advancing to side control.
Lopez tries to roll over but Brooksbank keeps him under control.
Brooksbank is trying to control. Lopez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lopez trying to control here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Lopez keeping hold of Brooksbank's head, controlling as best he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Brooksbank misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Lopez holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Lopez lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Lopez. #T4#
Brooksbank 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 Dave Brooksbank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brooksbank tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lopez smiles and moves away.
Brooksbank doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Lopez counters by moving into the clinch.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Brooksbank wants to stall.
A right hand to the body from Lopez.
Lopez lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brooksbank backwards.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lopez lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brooksbank backwards.
Brooksbank jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lopez walks away with a smile on his face. Brooksbank gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lopez changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gosha Lopez dominated that round.
That's time! Brooksbank's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Brooksbank clinches with his opponent.
Brooksbank is trying to push Lopez away but Lopez has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Still in the clinch, Lopez scores with a nice short uppercut.
Brooksbank jumps guard but Lopez turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lopez lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Brooksbank.
Lopez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A body shot lands from Lopez.
Brooksbank is trying to pull guard but Lopez turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Brooksbank has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Brooksbank jumps guard but Lopez turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Brooksbank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Brooksbank has been working on his balance at Crapollas Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Lopez.
Lopez lands an uppercut.
Lopez lands with a short punch from the clinch. #ROC2#
Brooksbank is rocked!#T1#
Lopez working aggressively here.
Oh Brooksbank is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopez.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopez.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lopez digs a right hand underneath Brooksbank's ribcage. Brooksbank let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Lopez misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
With the fighters up against the cage, Brooksbank throws an elbow but misses.
Brooksbank is trying to pull guard but Lopez has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lopez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez has a couple of punches blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez working aggressively here.
Lopez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lopez misses with a punch on the inside.
Lopez misses with a punch on the inside.
Lopez misses with some punches.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lopez misses with the head strike.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Gosha Lopez seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Brooksbank blocks an uppercut.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez misses with some punches.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lopez has a couple of punches blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lopez working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Lopez working aggressively here. #T2#
Lopez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopez.
Brooksbank blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Lopez fails to land.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Lopez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopez.
Lopez has a couple of punches blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Lopez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lopez throws a head punch that misses.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopez.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lopez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lopez misses with a punch on the inside.
Lopez throws a head punch that misses.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lopez working aggressively here.
Lopez throws a head punch that misses.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez misses with some punches.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez working aggressively here. #T3#
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
A frustrated look appears on Brooksbank's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lopez misses with some punches.
Lopez working aggressively here.
Lopez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Brooksbank jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lopez walks away with a smile on his face. Brooksbank gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Lopez engages and cracks Brooksbank with a massive lead left hook - Brooksbank tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Lopez is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gosha Lopez!
A relieved looking Gosha Lopez 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: IFC XXVII
Date: Dec 02, 2017

#R1#
Shadow takes a swing at Lopez's ribcage but misses.
Lopez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lopez takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Shadow lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Lopez has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lopez and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A countering left hand to the body from Lopez misses.
Lopez staying out of range there.
Lopez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It looked like Shadow wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Shadow looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Some wild striking there from Lopez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#T1#
Shadow showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lopez. #TD2#
Lopez changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Shadow looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shadow tries to buck Lopez off but Lopez is having none of it.#SUB2#
Lopez is trying to get an arm triangle but Shadow is defending well.
Shadow regains half guard there - taking advantage of Lopez's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Lopez wants to take a breather but Shadow is having none of it. #T2#
Shadow wants to control but Lopez is keeping busy.
Shadow is not content to let Lopez control the position.
Shadow has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lopez is working away from the top position though.
Shadow is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Shadow won't allow Lopez to pass to mount.
Lopez not doing much here. #SUB2#
Lopez wants to work for an arm triangle but Shadow is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T3#
Shadow wants to get back to full guard.
My spies in Holding Cell inform me that Lopez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Shadow is not content to let Lopez control the position.
Shadow is positioning himself well to prevent Lopez advancing to mount. #SUB2#
Lopez is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Shadow still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Shadow has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Shadow controls the position.#T4#
Shadow wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lopez keeps working.
Lopez is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Lopez tries to get to full guard but Shadow has control of the leg.
Lopez keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Shadow content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
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 Soul Shadow will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Shadow misses with a leg kick.
Shadow connects with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Lopez closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Shadow is doing well to control the position and prevent Lopez from advancing to side control.
Shadow is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Lopez is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, if Lopez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Shadow moves into full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Lopez is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Shadow is looking to sweep but instead, Lopez has passed into half guard.
Lopez works his foot free and advances to mount. #SUB2#
Lopez is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Lopez!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Gosha Lopez!
Gosha Lopez thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: IFC XXIII
Date: Nov 04, 2017

#R1#
Lopez finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #TD#
Lopez drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SU#
Lopez stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Lopez throws a sloppy head kick and Page moves out of range easily. #CL#
Lopez darts in and clinches Page up against the cage.#TD#
Lopez successfully pulls guard.
Lopez seems keen to control Page's posture.
Lopez wants to stand up but Page is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Page wants to control from the top but Lopez keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Page is looking to work some ground and pound but Lopez has wrist control.
Lopez pulls Page in close to prevent any damage.
Lopez definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Lopez continues to stall.
Page won't allow Lopez to get back to his feet.
Page really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lopez. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Page wants to control from the top but Lopez keeps moving.
Lopez has Page pulled in close to control his posture.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Page throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Lopez works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Lopez shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Page napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Page is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Lopez asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SU#
Lopez decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Curtis Page is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Page keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Page swinging wildly here.
Lopez drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Page lands a nice hook to Lopez's body. Lopez takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Page misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Lopez pushes Page up against the cage in a clinch.
Page wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Lopez tries to pull guard but Page forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC#
Lopez's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Page smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T3#
Page throws a series of punches but Lopez avoids them all with ease. #CL#
Lopez rushes Page and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lopez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #TD#
Lopez has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Page clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Lopez controlling well, preventing Page from escaping the position.
Even with his hooks in, Lopez manages to miss with strikes from the back. #SUB#
Page is trying to defend against the choke here but Lopez has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Lopez Tightens the hold and Page taps out furiously! Lopez displays superior BJJ to win the fight.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gosha Lopez!
After winning the bout, Gosha Lopez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Blast Vegas 4 : Champions
Date: Jun 21, 2017

#R1##CL#
Lopez gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Lopez prevents Storm from breaking the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Lopez as Storm tries to tie him up.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Lopez avoids it by throwing Storm back against the ropes.
Lopez lands a nice shot to the body.
Storm tries a body shot but Lopez blocks it.
Lopez pressing his opponent against the ropes.
Lopez lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez looking to throw knees to the head but Storm is blocking nicely. #TD#
Lopez gets control of Storm's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lopez will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Lopez is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Lopez not doing much here.
Lopez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Storm knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lopez sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Lopez is looking for a kimura but Storm is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lopez to get the leverage.
Lopez is controlling the pace.
Lopez works his way into full mount! #T2#
Storm tries to reverse the position but Lopez maintains control.
Lopez controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Lopez is looking to work his way around to Storm's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Lopez looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Lopez controlling the pace for now.
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.#T4#
Storm is in a horrible position here. Lopez smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Lopez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lopez continues to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lopez throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Storm in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gosha Lopez dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Storm bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lopez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Storm can do to turn this around?
Storm lands a two punch combo.
Lopez has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Storm.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lopez's sensitive parts.
Storm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Storm fails in his attempt to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Lopez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Storm scores with the left hand. Lopez knows he should have avoided that one.
Lopez swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm tries to clinch but Lopez is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Lopez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Storm, pushing him back against the ropes.
Lopez pressing his opponent against the ropes.
Lopez taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #T1#
Lopez tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Storm wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Storm wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Lopez lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC#
Storm is rocked!
A short uppercut from Lopez.
Storm is still on wobbly legs! Can Lopez finish him?
Lopez creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Storm tries to break the clinch but Lopez is controlling the position.
Storm is trying to force a seperation but Lopez has the dominant position.
Storm seems to have recovered his senses.
Lopez throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Storm blocks it with crossed arms.
Storm avoiding damage as Lopez throws knees to the body.
Come on Lopez - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Lopez will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Storm up against the ropes.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Lopez. #T2#
Lopez trying to land knees to the body.
Storm is trying to push Lopez away but Lopez has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Lopez tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Storm avoids it.#TD#
Lopez decides to pull guard.
Lopez on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Lopez tries to get out of the position.
Storm is fighting to break Lopez's control of his arms but Lopez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Storm trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lopez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Lopez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Storm is one step ahead there. #T3##ES#
Lopez pushes Storm off and gets back to his feet.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
Storm thuds a left hand into Lopez's body.
Storm tries to clinch but Lopez is having none of it.
Nice body kick there by Storm.
Lopez throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Storm is looking to clinch. #CL#
Lopez forces Storm back against the ropes and clinches.#T4#
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lopez backwards.
Lopez tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Lopez presses Storm against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A bit of stalling here from Lopez.
Lopez lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
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!
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Lopez controls the action.
Lopez throws a knee to the head but misses.
Storm blocks an elbow strike.
Lopez blocks a body shot from Storm.
Storm misses with some punches.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows. #TD#
Lopez jumps guard and drags Storm to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gosha Lopez dominated that second round.
That's time! Lopez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Lopez closes the distance and pushes Storm back into the ropes.
Good body shot from Lopez.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lopez's elbow.
Storm wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
Lopez slows down the pace here. #TD#
Lopez gets control of Storm's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lopez will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez pulls Storm in close to his closed guard and prevents Storm from doing any damage or advancing position.
Storm won't allow Lopez to sweep him here. #T1#
Lopez is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Still in half guard, Lopez seems content to control.#SUB#
Storm is defending against the submission attempts here by Lopez.
Lopez trying to control the pace. #SU#
Lopez stands up out of the half guard. #T2#
Lopez thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fight stays on the outside here - Storm looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kali Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Storm throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL#
Lopez moves into the clinch successfully.
Gosha Lopez has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lopez scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Storm stalling in the clinch but Lopez improves position.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Lopez controls his hands.
Lopez tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Storm avoids it.#T3#
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Lopez avoids it by throwing Storm back against the ropes.
Still in the clinch, Storm scores with a nice short uppercut.#TD#
Lopez gets control of Storm's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lopez will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Lopez seems keen to control Storm's posture.#SUB#
Lopez is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Storm is aware though and is defending well.
Lopez wants to sweep but no luck.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Storm from controlling successfully.
Storm preventing the sweep.
Gosha Lopez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4##SUB#
Storm got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lopez has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Storm has managed to get both his arms back between Lopez's legs - danger averted.
Storm trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lopez has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Storm doesn't defend quickly enough and Lopez has managed to lock this one up! Can Storm escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Lopez on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gosha Lopez!
Gosha Lopez thanked the fans post fight for their support.

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