Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: C54: Magnus vs. Cook
Date: Jul 31, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Partio gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Partio wants to break free but Cash has control. #BC2#
Partio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Cash fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Cash.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Partio shoots in and drives through. Cash sprawls well.
Cash scores with a body shot.
Cash lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
Cash swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Cash lands with a thumping leg kick. #CL2#
Partio clinches with his opponent.
Partio tries to circle away but Cash has him pinned against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Cash.
Cash blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Partio manages to break the clinch.
Partio tries to close the distance and clinch but Cash swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cash half committed to a counter leg kick.
Cash misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Partio shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio scores with a hook to the body. Cash takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Cash defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Partio.
Cash appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ronie Cash has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Polliisi Partio.#T1#
Partio scores with a head kick.
Partio tries to clinch up.
A jab from Partio finds it's way through Cash's defenses.
Partio has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Nice takedown defense from Partio. No joy for Cash on that attempt.
Cash misses with a wild body shot.
Partio throws a big counter head kick but Cash avoids it with no problem.#TD2#
Partio drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB#
Cash is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Partio has his hands clasped together but Cash extends and breaks Partio's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Cash.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ronie Cash!
Ronie Cash managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Savage Fightwear, into his post fight interview.

Event: C46: Melondov vs. Friedrichsen
Date: Jun 27, 2021

#R1#
Rai tries a head kick but it misses. #CL#
Rai tries to keep at a distance but Partio has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Rai escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Rai throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CL#
Partio forces Rai back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Partio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Partio shoots in for a double leg but Rai sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Rai throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Rai tests Partio's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rai connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Partio has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Alpha Brasil in the buildup to the fight.
Rai misses with a series of wild punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Partio misses the target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Partio misses.
Rai doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A punch combination from Partio misses.
Rai appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Partio checks the leg kick nicely there.
Partio looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rai follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rai.#T1#
Rai feints and then cracks Partio's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Partio down.
Rai throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
Zenzo Rai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Partio takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Rai lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Partio circles away quickly and effectively.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Partio crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rai - the referee stops the clock and Partio gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rai. Partio manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Rai throws a head kick that misses.
Partio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Partio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Partio cracks a nice hook into Rai's ribs.
Partio misses with an uppercut
and Rai makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Partio takes one on the button.
Rai stuffs the takedown.
Rai throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Partio.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rai. Rai obviously looking to wear him down.
Rai with a nice calf kick.
Partio pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Partio fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rai throws a chopping leg kick but Partio manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Partio misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Polliisi Partio. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2##CL#
Partio gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Rai tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rai lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Rai breaks the clinch.
Partio tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rai manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Partio lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Rai backs up against the cage.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rai.
Rai avoids the head kick by Partio.
Rai tries a quick counter leg kick but Partio is wise to it.
Rai takes one to the side of the head.
Partio misses with an uppercut.
Rai only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A combination from Rai does no damage. #CL#
Partio clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Rai pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Zenzo Rai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rai throws a wild body kick that Partio sees coming a mile off.
Partio has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Partio there as he acknowledges the shot.
Rai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Partio wants to clinch
and Rai cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Partio is looking to clinch but Rai is avoiding it.
Partio checks a low kick from Rai.
Rai looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Rai throws a low kick, looking for Partio's leg but Partio calmly moves out of range.
Partio misses with a lunging right hand
and Rai counters with a series of strikes. Partio will be more careful next time no doubt.
Partio tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rai paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rai looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rai tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Partio is able to avoid easily.
Nice takedown defense from Rai. No joy for Partio on that attempt.
Partio takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rai throws a quick inside leg kick.
Partio shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rai as he jumps to the side.
Partio tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Rai scores with a spinning back kick!
A big right from Rai misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Partio misses the target.
Rai lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rai lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Partio instigates a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Rai fails to land.
Partio is trying to break free.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rai.#BC2#
Rai's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A combination from Partio does no damage.
Rai scores with a kick to the midsection.
Rai throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Rai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Good leg kick by Rai.
Partio moves out of range as Rai strikes.
Rai connects with a body shot that sends Partio's belly button to the back.
Partio tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rai stuffs the takedown attempt from Partio. Partio gets slowly back to his feet.
Rai throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zenzo Rai dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Partio chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rai can pounce on him.
Partio shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Partio doesn't manage to clinch there - Rai circles away.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rai.
Partio will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Partio needs to keep his hands up - Rai had a free shot at his head there.
Partio looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Rai works the jab nicely.
Partio fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Polliisi Partio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rai scores with a jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rai.
Partio misses with an uppercut. Rai saw that one coming.
Rai tries a quick counter leg kick but Partio is wise to it.
Rai has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rai lands a really nice looking cross but Partio seems unphased.
Zenzo Rai seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Partio misses with a two punch combination.
Rai scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio misses with a head kick.
Rai connects with an inside leg kick.
Partio loads up on a big right hand but Rai slips the punch.#T1#
Rai misses with a kick to the body.
Partio takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Rai throws a head kick but Partio moves out of range.
Partio throws a head kick that misses
and Rai counters with a one-two to the body.
Rai scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rai lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Polliisi Partio is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Partio checks a leg kick.
Partio tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rai paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Rai bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Rai connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rai thumps Partio with a low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio fails with a takedown attempt.
Partio is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Rai misses with a few strikes there.
Partio fails with an attempt to clinch. #T2#
Partio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Partio wants to clinch up but Rai keeps it at a distance.
Decent striking displayed by Partio there.
Rai throws a good cross that connects.
Rai throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rai chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Partio walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Rai throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Partio was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A jab from Rai misses.
Partio wants to clinch.
Rai scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Rai lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts. #T3#
Partio with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rai to score with a decent uppercut.
Partio with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rai to score with a decent uppercut.
Rai avoids the head kick by Partio.
Partio checks the leg kick.
Partio takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rai dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Partio. That did some damage!
Rai takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Rai throws a series of punches but Partio avoids them all with ease.
Partio takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Partio tries to clinch up.
Some wild striking there from Partio.
Partio is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
An inside leg kick from Rai misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Partio misses the target.
Partio moves out of range as Rai strikes.
Rai lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
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!
Partio shoots in but no luck this time.
Partio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T4#
Partio tries for a takedown but Rai circles away easily
and Partio takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Partio looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Rai throws a front kick that sends Partio stumbling back into the cage.
Rai fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Partio has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rai.
Rai looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Partio takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rai throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice body kick from Rai.
Rai slaps away a takedown attempt from Partio, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A punch combination from Rai misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio misses with the combination.
Rai throws a front kick that sends Partio stumbling back into the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zenzo Rai showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Rai thumps Partio with a low kick.
Rai scores with a nice body kick.
Partio is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Partio takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Rai throws a leg kick that misses.
Rai scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rai scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Rai. Partio shrugs it off though.
Rai misses with a body kick.
Partio walks into a left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rai wants to land a leg kick but Partio is out of range.
Rai lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL#
Partio clinches. #BC2#
Rai manages to break the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rai cracks Partio with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL#
Partio gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1##TD#
Partio pulls Rai into guard. #ES#
Partio pushes Rai off and scrambles back to his feet.
Rai thumps Partio with a low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Rai.
Partio tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Partio avoids a kick to the body.
The crowd cheers as Rai lands an impressive looking overhand right. Partio doesn't seem phased though.
Rai throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Rai is looking to slow Partio down with leg kicks.
Rai looks to land a body kick but Partio moved away.
Partio takes one to the chin there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rai rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Partio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Partio moves into the clinch.#BC#
Partio breaks the clinch.
Rai jabs at Partio's body.#T2#
Rai buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Partio wants to clinch up but Rai keeps it at a distance.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rai.
Partio wants to land a leg kick but Rai is out of range.
Rai bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Partio's head backwards.
Rai scores with a nice head shot.
Rai looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
Rai lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Partio moves into the clinch successfully.
Partio wants to stall.
Rai softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Partio manages to break the clinch.
Rai throws an off balance right hand
and Partio counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rai thinking.
Partio moves in looking to clinch but Rai pushes him off.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T3#
Partio tries to move into range but Rai moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Partio shoots for a takedown but Rai saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rai thumps Partio with a low kick.
Partio misses with a hook.
Rai cracks Partio with an open hand slap.
Partio is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Rai throws a sloppy head kick and Partio moves out of range easily.
A punch combination from Partio misses.
Partio shoots in for a takedown but Rai shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Partio tries to clinch up but Rai circles away and keeps his distance.
Partio gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Partio takes one on the button.
Rai lands with a nice combination. Partio backs away looking to recover.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rai misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rai avoids the head kick by Partio.
Rai looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rai comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Partio blocks a leg kick.
Rai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
It looked like Partio was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rai.
Partio shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rai defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Polliisi Partio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rai bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Rai misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Rai throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Rai turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Crunch! Rai slams his shin into Partio's torso.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rai thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Partio if he has to take too many more of those.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rai lands a jab.
Rai lands a leg kick that knocks Partio off balance momentarily.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 27:30
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zenzo Rai!
After the fight, Zenzo Rai was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: SYN 801 Warror vs. Syndal
Date: May 31, 2021

#R1#
Rahman misses with a hook.
Rahman throws a combination. Partio tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#TD#
Partio shoots in and bounces Rahman off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Rahman is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Partio is controlling him. #SU#
Rahman is working an open guard so Partio takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Partio fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rahman throws out the jab. #TD#
Rahman tries to sprawl but Partio drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rahman is trying to stand up here but Partio is controlling him well.
Rahman is refusing to be controlled, as Partio sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Partio with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T1#
Rahman looks like he's trying to stand up.
Partio trying to control the action but Rahman is working from the bottom. #SU#
Partio stands up and beckons Rahman to join him on the feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Partio will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rahman stuns Partio with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Partio defending well as Rahman loads up on a big left hand.
Partio lands a glancing blow to the side of Rahman's head.#CUT#It looks like Abdul Rahman has been cut.
Partio takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rahman misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Partio stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rahman.
A cross from Rahman lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Partio. Rahman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rahman 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rahman scores with a jab to the head.
Rahman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Rahman throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Partio avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rahman takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Rahman lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Rahman motions for Partio to come forward. Rahman throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Partio seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Rahman connects with a single shot there.
Rahman's corner calls for a 1-2. Rahman obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Partio darts in looking for a takedown but Rahman gets double underhooks and turns Partio into the cage.
Rahman misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Rahman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Rahman missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Partio went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A solid leg kick lands there for Partio.
Partio closes the distance and clinches up with Rahman, looking for a takedown. Partio pushes Rahman against the cage but Rahman circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Polliisi Partio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rahman gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Rahman misses with a looping left.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
Rahman throws a low kick, looking for Partio's leg but Partio calmly moves out of range.
A leg kick checked by Partio.
Partio throws an overhand right that lands on Rahman's shoulder, as Rahman tries to avoid the shot.
Rahman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Rahman throws out a leg kick but Partio moves out of range and Rahman only half commits.
Partio throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rahman's waist but Rahman gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Partio off to one side.
Horrible takedown attempt by Partio or perhaps it was just good defense by Rahman, which made it look bad.
Rahman scores with a hook to the body. Partio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Partio ducks right into an uppercut from Rahman. #T4##TD#
Partio closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SU#
Partio has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Good exchange - Rahman coming out on top.
A big left from Rahman misses.
No joy there for Rahman, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rahman is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Partio had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rahman.
Partio seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rahman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Partio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Abdul Rahman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rahman scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Partio lands with an uppercut that bounces Rahman off the cage and back into range.
Rahman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio takes one to the chin there.
Rahman wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Partio misses the shot to the body.
Rahman lands a nice shot that snaps Partio's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abdul Rahman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Abdul Rahman's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Rahman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rahman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Partio has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nice shot lands for Rahman.
Rahman blocks a head kick by Partio.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rahman! But no joy.
Partio's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rahman connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Partio scrambles back to his feet.#ROC2#Partio is rocked!
Partio on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Oh Partio is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Partio throws out a loose jab but Rahman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rahman throws a pinpoint strike between Partio's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Partio crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Rahman scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Abdul Rahman!

Event: SYN 799 Toivonen vs Crosby
Date: May 21, 2021

#R1#
Po lands with a straight right. Partio didn't see that one coming.
Po has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Po just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Partio tries for a takedown but Po sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Po fails to land with a series of punches.
Po throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Po throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Partio shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A jab lands there for Po.
Partio has been working on his balance at Alpha Brasil, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Po.
Partio takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Po blocks a head kick by Partio.
Po throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
Partio has managed to clinch.
Po tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Partio's elbow. #TD2#
Po has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Partio uses from the top position.
Po trying to control the position here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio trying to stand up but can't free himself from Po's guard.#T1#
Po is pulling down on Partio's head. It's preventing any offense from Partio, at least for the moment.
Po looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Po is still trying to improve position.#SU#
Partio gets to his feet - Po follows without any prompting.
Po scores with a shot to the body.
Po scores with a jab. Partio acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Po wants to slow Partio down by chopping away at his legs.
Po displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Partio.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Polliisi Partio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Partio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Po.
Po throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Partio appears to be looking for a big counter.
Partio shoots in for a takedown but Po shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T2#
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Partio has Po up against the cage in a clinch.
Po misses with a short punch on the inside.
Po working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Partio manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Po goes for a takedown in the clinch but Partio prevents it.
Partio has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Nice body punch from Po. #BC#
Partio breaks from the clinch.
Po is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Partio throws a right and a left that Po avoids nicely.
A jab from Po does it's job there.
Partio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Partio misses with a series of wild punches.
Po looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Po scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Partio lands an overhand right.
Po throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
Partio takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Po looks to land a right hand but Partio moved out of range.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Po.
Po lands a jab to Partio's midsection.
Partio looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Po is fending him off so far but Partio persists. Nope, Po circles away and we're back to standing.
Partio throws a combination. Po tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Po lands a nice shot to the body.
Partio throws a combination that misses
and Po counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
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!
Po lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Partio gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Po.
Po throws a lazy uppercut
and Partio counters with a one-two to the body.
Partio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Po fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Partio on the side of the head.#T4#
Partio drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Po slips a jab from Partio.
Po scores with a jab. Partio acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Partio tries to close the distance and clinch but Po swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Partio takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Po tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Po.
Partio wants to clinch up but Po keeps it at a distance.
Nice defenses there by Po.
Partio will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Po is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Partio had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Partio takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Po misses with a series of wild punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Partio misses the target.
Partio with a poor takedown
and Po counters with a left to the body.
Po scores with the left hand. Partio knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Po avoids it really well and circles away.
A little jabbing left from Po on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shen Po dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Po uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Partio has time to react.
Partio tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Po swivels and escapes.
Partio dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Po. That did some damage!
Po keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Po throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Po with a nice cross.#TD2#
Po shoots in and gets a takedown into Partio's guard.
Po controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Partio seems keen to control Po's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Po pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Partio is keeping the position for now.
Po wants to control from the top but Partio keeps moving. #T1##SUB2#
Po drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Po jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Partio is trying to control the position but Po postures up.
Po controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Po has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#ES#
Partio is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Po presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Partio's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Partio is trying to break the clinch but Po is controlling him.
Po lands a nice shot to the body.
Partio is trying to pull guard but Po turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Po doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Po lands a body punch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Po misses with a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Po creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Partio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2##TD2#
Po shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Po pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Partio is keeping the position for now.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Po trying to control the position from guard on top but Partio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Partio is trying to control the position but Po postures up.
Partio keeping full guard, as Po tries to pass.
Po trying to control the position from guard on top but Partio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Po looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Partio is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Po avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Partio takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Po throws a nice looking combination but Partio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
Po connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Po scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Polliisi Partio is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Partio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Po keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Po looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Polliisi Partio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Po with a jab.
Partio shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Po counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Po lands a jab to Partio's midsection.
Nice shot by Po.
Partio misses with a takedown
and Po counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Po lands with an overhand left.
Partio shoots for a takedown but Po saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL2#
Po rushes Partio and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Partio can't break the clinch.
Po throws a punch but it's blocked by Partio.
Partio wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Po has him pressed against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Po as the two fighters clinch.
Po works on Partio's body with a couple of short punches.
Po softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Po is leaning against Partio and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Po presses Partio against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Po lands a left hand that snaps the head of Partio backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shen Po showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Partio's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Partio on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Po looks to clinch
and Partio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Partio shoots in for a double leg but Po sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Partio throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Po to counter with a crisp jab.
Po throws a poor cross that misses
and Partio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A jab from Po does it's job there.
Partio slips a straight right by Po.
A jab lands there for Po.
Po throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Po ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nice sprawl there from Po as Partio shoots in.
Po bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Partio takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Po tests Partio's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD#
Po gets caught napping as Partio dives in and scores a takedown. Po manages to retain guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Po wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Po pulls Partio in close to prevent any damage.
Po wants to sweep but no luck.
Po pulls Partio in close to prevent any damage.
Po wants to sweep here but Partio controlling him for the moment.
Partio trying to control the position from guard on top but Po is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Po holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Po clobbers Partio with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Po listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Po uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Po cracks Partio with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Partio misses with a hook
and Po counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Po lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Shen Po seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Po paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Partio misses with a straight right.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Partio fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Polliisi Partio. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
A shot to the liver by Po. Beautiful body shot.
Partio walks into a stiff left hand from Po.
No joy there for Partio, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Po throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
Partio throws a hook but Po blocks it.
Partio shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Po counter with a right hand.
Nice takedown defense from Po. No joy for Partio on that attempt.
Po connects with the punch.
Partio darts in trying to clinch
and Po counters with a stiff right hand.
Po with a hook.
Po scores with a crisp jab that stopped Partio in his tracks. #T4#
Partio has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Partio there as he acknowledges the shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio slips a straight right by Po.
Partio tries for a takedown but Po circles away easily
and Po connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Po.
Po throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #SUB2#
Po is trying to get an arm triangle but Partio is defending well.
Po misses with the ground and pound.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Partio pushes Po away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Po gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Po is looking to take a break and control but Partio is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Partio's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Shen Po comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Po 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shen Po!
During a confident post fight interview, Shen Po thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Syn Kilo vs Barbarian 4
Date: Mar 14, 2021

#R1#
Zaadha takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Partio tries to land a leg kick but Zaadha saw it coming and moves away.
Zaadha lands a jab to Partio's midsection.
Zaadha throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio half committed to a counter leg kick.
Donk. Zaadha catches Partio right on the button with a cross.
Partio throws a chopping leg kick but Zaadha manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Zaadha throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
A low kick from Zaadha misses
and Partio counters with a nice uppercut.
Partio throws an overhand right that lands on Zaadha's shoulder, as Zaadha tries to avoid the shot.
Zaadha dips to his left and cracks Partio with an uppercut!
Zaadha buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Partio jabs Zaadha right on the nose. Zaadha blinks but takes it well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zaadha throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Zaadha tests Partio's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Partio scores with a decent looking hook.#T1#
Partio throws a body punch but Zaadha moves out of range.
Zaadha lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Zaadha slips under a jab.
Zaadha lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Zaadha listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Good exchange - Zaadha coming out on top.
Nice shot by Zaadha.
Partio throws a lazy right hand but Zaadha sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio scores with a kick to the midsection.
Zaadha misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
Zaadha misses with a straight left.
Zaadha missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Zaadha fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Zaadha buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zaadha connects with a looping right hand. #T2#
A thudding body kick lands there by Zaadha!
Zaadha ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Zaadha throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Zaadha misses with a hook
and Partio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Zaadha tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Zaadha.
Zaadha uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Zaadha cracks Partio with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ri Zaadha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zaadha looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Partio takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A decent looking cross lands there for Zaadha.
Partio misses the jab.
Partio slips under a jab.
Zaadha misses with a leg kick
and Partio counters with a straight right hand.
Partio drops his hands momentarily and Zaadha takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T3#
Partio lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Zaadha looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Partio takes a jab right on the kisser.
Partio blocks a jab.
Zaadha lands a jab to the head.
Zaadha throws a lazy head kick
and Zaadha takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zaadha connects with an inside leg kick.
Zaadha misses with a body kick.
Zaadha uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Partio.
Zaadha ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Decent striking displayed by Zaadha there.
Zaadha misses the jab.
Zaadha tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Partio cracks Zaadha with an open hand slap.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio slips a jab from Zaadha.#T4#
Zaadha changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Zaadha rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Partio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Zaadha lands a nice looking body shot.
Zaadha swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Partio.
Partio walks into a jab.
Zaadha cracks a nice hook into Partio's ribs.
Partio throws a leg kick that is checked
and Zaadha counters with a good, hard body kick but Partio shrugs it off.
Partio misses with a left hand
and Zaadha counters with a straight right hand.
Partio defending well as Zaadha loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio blocks a head kick by Zaadha.
Jab from Zaadha.
Zaadha ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Zaadha.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ri Zaadha dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A slow jab from Zaadha misses its intended target.
Zaadha sizes up Partio with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Zaadha swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Zaadha lands a lovely overhand right.
Partio throws a lazy right hand but Zaadha sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Zaadha unleashes a big counter combination but Partio bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Partio throws a front kick aimed at Zaadha's knee but Zaadha avoids it well.
Zaadha waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Zaadha jabs Partio to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Partio keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Zaadha darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Partio misses with a hook.
Partio throws a shot from downtown. Zaadha moves away and avoids it.
Zaadha scores with a hook to the body. Partio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Partio looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T1#
Zaadha ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Zaadha looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Zaadha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Partio.
Partio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zaadha.
Ri Zaadha seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Partio avoids the head kick by Zaadha.
Partio moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Zaadha has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Zaadha scores with a hook to the body. Partio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nice jab there from Zaadha.
Partio takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Zaadha is looking to clinch.
Zaadha misses with a hook to the body
and Partio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zaadha tries to clinch up but Partio circles away and keeps his distance.
Partio looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Zaadha uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
A little jabbing left from Zaadha on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Zaadha.#T2#
Partio misses the shot to the body.
Zaadha throws a push kick but Partio slaps the foot to one side.
The fighters circling - Zaadha throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Zaadha misses with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Partio misses with a lunging right hand
and Zaadha counters with an outside leg kick.
Zaadha lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Zaadha scores with a sloppy right hand. Partio should have avoided that one.
Zaadha throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fighters circling - Zaadha throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Zaadha looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Zaadha lands with a good body shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Partio might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Zaadha moves into range and connects with a jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Partio.#T3#
Partio sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Zaadha connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Partio slips a straight right by Zaadha.
Zaadha fails to land with a series of punches.
Zaadha tries to bum rush Partio with a series of wild strikes but Partio uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Partio blocks a head kick by Zaadha.
Zaadha connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Partio's hands.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Zaadha.
Zaadha lands a slapping body shot.
Zaadha looks to land a left hand but Partio moved out of range nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Zaadha steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Partio.
It seemed like Zaadha was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Zaadha has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A telegraphed right hand from Zaadha misses the target. #T4#
Zaadha misses the shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio takes one to the side of the head.
Partio fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Zaadha clobbers Partio with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Partio loads up on a big right hand but Zaadha slips the punch.
Zaadha tries a quick counter leg kick but Partio is wise to it.
Zaadha keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Zaadha throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
Partio moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Partio throws a leg kick which misses Zaadha's front leg but catches the back leg as Zaadha tries to avoid it.
Zaadha ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio throws a poor cross that misses
and Zaadha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio misses with a low kick.
Zaadha throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ri Zaadha 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! This is the final round!#R3#
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
Partio looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Zaadha attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A clash of legs there as Partio blocks the low kick.
Partio slips a jab from Zaadha.
As Zaadha backs away, Partio returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Zaadha throws a big shot that misses.
Partio's jab looks to have found its range, popping Zaadha under the eye.
Partio looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Zaadha with a hook.
Zaadha lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Partio at a distance.
Partio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zaadha throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Partio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Zaadha scores with a sloppy right hand. Partio should have avoided that one.
Zaadha misses with a hook.
Partio tried to counter with a leg kick but Zaadha avoided it.#T1#
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
Partio takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Zaadha throws a head kick but Partio moves out of range.
Zaadha misses with a body shot.
Partio throwing a counter right hand but Zaadha manages to avoid it.
Zaadha lands an overhand right.
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Zaadha off balance momentarily.
Partio has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Zaadha.
Zaadha scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Partio misses with a looping left.
A punch lands to the side of Zaadha 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Good work by Partio as he checks the leg kick.
A head kick misses from Zaadha.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Ri Zaadha is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Partio gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Zaadha.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zaadha. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big right from Zaadha misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zaadha misses with a body punch
and Partio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Zaadha throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Zaadha moves out of range as Partio strikes.
Partio looks for the body kick but Zaadha saw that one coming.
Zaadha looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Zaadha connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Partio's hands.
Zaadha scores with a nice strike.
The fighters circling - Partio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Zaadha just misses with a punch to the body.
Zaadha displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
Zaadha misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Partio fires out a quick counter leg kick but Zaadha just manages to avoid it.
Zaadha shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T3#
Zaadha scores with a hook to the body. Partio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Partio connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Zaadha uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Partio.
Zaadha moves out of range as Partio throws a body kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Zaadha misses.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Zaadha.
Zaadha misses the shot to the body.
Zaadha smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Zaadha scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Partio staying out of range there.
Zaadha throws a nice outside leg kick.
Zaadha throws a leg kick that misses.
Zaadha misses with a body kick.
Partio throws a lazy right hand but Zaadha sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Zaadha bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Zaadha on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Zaadha tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Partio is able to avoid easily.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
An inside leg kick lands from Zaadha.
Partio misses with a leg kick
enabling Zaadha to counter with a crisp jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Good work by Zaadha as he checks the leg kick.
Zaadha fails in his attempt to clinch.
Zaadha moves out of range as Partio strikes.
Partio throws a right hand that Zaadha ducks under and follows up with a left that Zaadha also avoids with ease.
Partio misses with a body shot
and Zaadha counters with a thumping low kick.
Zaadha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Zaadha misses with a lunging right hand
letting Partio counter with a right hand.
Zaadha takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ri Zaadha comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Zaadha 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Syn Pulkkinen vs Barbarian
Date: Feb 20, 2021

#R1#
Chavez misses with a low kick.
Chavez motions for Partio to come forward. Chavez throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Domingo Chavez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick from Partio misses.
Chavez scores with a shot to the body.
Chavez throws the left hand but Partio avoids the punch easily.
Partio fires out a quick counter leg kick but Chavez just manages to avoid it.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chavez.
A quick step to the side and Partio tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Chavez.
Partio misses with a hook. Chavez ducked under it nicely.
A punch lands to the side of Partio 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Partio misses with a looping right.
Partio avoids a kick to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Partio misses its target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Partio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chavez manages to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Chavez! But no joy.
Chavez jabs at Partio's body.#CL2#
Chavez gets in close and instigates a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Partio. #T1#
Chavez has a couple of punches blocked by Partio.
Chavez throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Partios head.
Chavez tries a body shot but Partio blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chavez.
Chavez struggles to land a body shot inside as Partio controls his hands. #BC#
Partio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Partio scores with a push kick.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Partio looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Partio lands a nice shot to the body.
Chavez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Chavez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Chavez misses with a looping right.
An inside leg kick lands from Chavez.
Chavez scores with a jab.
Chavez thumps Partio with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chavez throws a lazy uppercut
and Partio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chavez goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#T2#
Chavez misses with a body kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Partio crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Chavez - the referee stops the clock and Partio gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Chavez. Partio manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Partio looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Chavez scores with a body shot.
Chavez looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Chavez blocks the body kick.
Partio drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Chavez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Chavez swings widly with a right hand
and Partio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Chavez scores with a kick to the midsection.
Chavez misses with a body shot
and Partio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jab, jab by Chavez - just one landing.
Chavez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chavez thows a leg kick but Partio checks it
and Partio counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Partio fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Chavez is out of range.
Chavez misses with a looping right.
Chavez sizes up Partio with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T3#
Chavez chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Partio tries to bum rush Chavez with a series of wild strikes but Chavez uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Chavez tries to clinch but Partio moves out of range.
Chavez lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
Chavez misses with a body shot.
Partio tried to counter with a leg kick but Chavez avoided it.
Good standup being displayed there by Chavez as he connects with a hook.
Chavez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Partio manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Chavez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chavez misses with a low kick.
Partio throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Chavez lands a slapping body shot.
Chavez connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Chavez scores with a head kick. Partio tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Partio misses the jab.
Partio takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chavez scores with a jab to the body.
Chavez bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Nice body kick from Chavez.
Chavez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Partio.
A decent looking cross lands there for Chavez.
Partio ducks right into an uppercut from Chavez.
Partio lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Chavez scores with a body shot.
Partio takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Partio takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Partio looks to throw a body kick
and Chavez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Chavez.
Chavez has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chavez misses with a straight left.
Partio feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Partio misses with an uppercut
and Chavez counters with a stiff right hand.
Partio moves out of range of the leg kick from Chavez.
Chavez is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Partio had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Partio slips a jab from Chavez.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Domingo Chavez dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Donk. Chavez catches Partio right on the button with a cross.
Chavez fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Partio on the side of the head.
Chavez throws a solid leg kick but Partio takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Chavez.
Chavez throws a body shot but no joy.
Chavez slips a jab and a cross from Partio.
Chavez was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Chavez lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Partio at a distance.
Chavez blocks the body kick.
Chavez with a nice cross.
Partio tries to land a leg kick but Chavez saw it coming and moves away.
Chavez misses with an uppercut.
Partio lands with an overhand left.
Partio misses with a hook
and Chavez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Chavez throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chavez misses with a looping right.
Partio throws a series of punches but Chavez moves out of range.
Partio wants to slow Chavez down by chopping away at his legs. #T1#
Partio throws a nice inside leg kick.
Domingo Chavez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Partio walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Chavez with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL2#
Partio gets tackled into the cage by Chavez. Chavez maintains the clinch.
Chavez blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Chavez manages to break the clinch.
Chavez checks the leg kick nicely there.
Chavez lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Partio takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Donk. Chavez catches Partio right on the button with a cross.
Chavez fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Partio throws a good cross that connects.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chavez misses with a hook
and Partio counters with a thumping low kick.
Chavez turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Partio walks into a left hand.
Chavez ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Partio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Chavez takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Chavez off balance momentarily.
Partio moves away from the strike by Chavez.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chavez is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Partio with a body shot.
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chavez stuns Partio with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Partio is looking to land body kicks.
Chavez getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A left lands for Chavez.
Chavez throws a sloppy head kick and Partio moves out of range easily.
Chavez throws a body shot but no joy.
Partio throwing a counter right hand but Chavez manages to avoid it.
Chavez rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Chavez scores with a jab. Partio acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T3#
Chavez looks for the body kick but Partio saw that one coming.
Partio is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chavez.
Chavez moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Chavez throws a push kick but Partio slaps the foot to one side.
Chavez thumps Partio with a low kick.
Chavez lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
Partio looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Partio takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Chavez lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
An inside leg kick from Chavez misses.
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Chavez.
Partio keeps the fight on the outside.
Chavez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chavez scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Partio doesn't seem bothered though.
Chavez thows a leg kick but Partio checks it
and Partio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Partio is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Partio swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chavez lands a nice looking body shot.
Chavez throws a shot to the body. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio moves out of range as Chavez strikes.
Chavez lands a lovely overhand right.
Chavez misses the body punch
and Partio counters with a good, hard body kick but Chavez shrugs it off.
Partio is looking to score with low kicks.
Chavez looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice uppercut there from Chavez.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chavez.
An attempted straight right counter from Partio misses the target.
Chavez looks to throw a body kick
and Partio counters with a nice body shot.
Chavez moves in looking to clinch but Partio pushes him off.
Chavez connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A lazy left from Chavez finds it's target.
Chavez walks into a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio slips under a jab.
Chavez takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Chavez lunges at Partio with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Partio's hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Domingo Chavez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Partio chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Chavez moves out of range as Partio strikes.
Partio slips under a jab from Chavez.
Partio fires out a quick counter leg kick but Chavez just manages to avoid it.
Chavez misses with a looping right.
Chavez fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Partio has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Chavez looks for the body kick but Partio saw that one coming.
Partio cracks Chavez with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Chavez ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Partio slips under a jab from Chavez.
Partio quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Partio moves out of range of the body kick from Chavez.
Chavez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio misses with a looping right.
Chavez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Partio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Chavez throws out a counter right but Partio avoids it with no problem.
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavez was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
A head kick from Chavez lands but Partio takes it in his stride. #T1#
Chavez clobbers Partio with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Partio chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Chavez can pounce on him.
Partio keeps the fight on the outside.
Partio takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Chavez.
Chavez scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Partio doesn't seem bothered though.
Chavez lands a nice shot to the body.
Chavez swings widly with a right hand
and Partio makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Chavez lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Partio at a distance.
Chavez throws a predictable looking body shot
and Partio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chavez throws a poor cross that misses
and Partio counters with a good low kick that Chavez was not able to check.
Chavez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Partio was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Chavez lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chavez lands with an overhand left.#T2#
Chavez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chavez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
A lazy body kick from Chavez
and Partio counters with a nice low kick that buckles Chavez's knee momentarily.
Chavez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Chavez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chavez feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Partios jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Partio ducks right into an uppercut from Chavez.
Chavez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Chavez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Chavez throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Partio punishes Chavez's body with a nice straight punch.
Partio 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.
Chavez avoids the body shot from Partio.
Chavez looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A big right from Chavez misses.
Partio throwing a counter right hand but Chavez manages to avoid it.#T3#
A punch lands to the side of Chavez 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Chavez throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio misses with a low kick. #CL2#
Chavez clinches with his opponent.
Partio lands an uppercut.
Chavez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Partio tries to throw a body punch but Chavez avoids it by throwing Partio back against the cage.
Chavez tries to throw a body punch but Partio avoids it by throwing Chavez back against the cage.
Partio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Partio blocks a body shot from Chavez.
Partio lands with a light punch inside.
Partio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short left from Partio.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chavez.
Partio wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Partio working aggressively here. #T4#
Partio misses with a punch to the body.
Chavez struggles to land a body shot inside as Partio controls his hands.
Partio lands with a left to the head.
Partio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chavez can't find room to land a body shot as Partio controls the action.
Chavez lands a hook that snaps the head of Partio backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Partio.
Chavez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chavez misses with the head strike.
Partio lands a nice uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Partio.
A body shot lands from Partio. #BC#
Partio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Chavez shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Partio scores with a hook to the body. Chavez takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Chavez misses with a body kick.
Chavez tries to land a front kick but Partio steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Partio throws a hook but Chavez blocks it.

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 Polliisi Partio.
I think Chavez 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Domingo Chavez!
Domingo Chavez spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: SYN 774 Zulu vs Maluga
Date: Jan 17, 2021

#R1#
Partio misses with a straight left.
Chaos thuds his right hand into Partio's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Chaos ducks down to avoid it.
Chaos misses with a hook.
Chaos throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A shot to the liver by Partio. Beautiful body shot.
A big right from Chaos misses.
Chaos sizes up Partio with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Chaos blocks a leg kick.
Partio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chaos.
Partio throws a leg kick that misses.
Chaos ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chaos shoots in looking for a takedown. Partio tries to sprawl out of it but Chaos keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Partio manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Chaos looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Chaos fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A lazy left from Chaos finds it's target.#T1#
Chaos shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Partio eats them both and turns towards Chaos to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Chaos misses with a wild body shot.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Chaos fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Chaos thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chaos throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Chaos sizes up Partio with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Max Chaos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chaos checks a low kick from Partio.
Chaos drops down looking for a counter takedown but Partio sprawls and moves away.
Chaos fails with the takedown.
Chaos misses with a right hand
and Partio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jab, jab by Chaos - just one landing.
Chaos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Chaos.
Partio misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chaos changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Partio tries to avoid it but Chaos manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Partio to the ground. Partio escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Max Chaos. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Chaos scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Partio is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Chaos off and has taken his back!
Chaos wants to escape the position. #T2#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #SUB2#
Partio is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB2#
Partio tightening his grip on Chaos, looking for the choke.
A lull in the action here.
Chaos wants to control his opponent's hands but Partio gets his hands free.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Chaos turns into Partio and is now in his guard. #ES2#
Partio pushes Chaos off and gets back to his feet.
Chaos shoots in but Partio avoids the takedown attempt easily.
It seemed like Partio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Partio feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Chaoss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Partio tests Chaos's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Partio throws the left hand but Chaos avoids the punch easily.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio scores with a nice head shot.
Chaos fails with the takedown.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
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!
Partio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chaos manages to avoid it.
Partio pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Chaos catches Partio with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Partio lands with a right hand. #T4#
Chaos throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chaos.
Chaos throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Partio on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Chaos misses with an uppercut
and Partio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chaos misses with a hook
and Partio counters with a nice low kick that buckles Chaos's knee momentarily.
Chaos takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Chaos on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#TD#
Chaos bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.

Partio bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Chaos 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.
Chaos ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A jab from Partio misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio lands a nice shot that snaps Chaos's head back.
Partio takes one to the chin there.
A swing and a miss from Chaos.
Partio walks into a straight right hand from Chaos.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Chaos lands a nice hook to Partio's body. Partio takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Chaos uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Chaos throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio feints and then cracks Chaos's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chaos down.
Partio thumps Chaos with a low kick.
Chaos moves out of range as Partio throws a body kick. #TD#
Chaos throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Partio tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Chaos is in Partio's guard.#SUB2#
Chaos avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Partio 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.
Chaos working some strikes from top position.
Chaos trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Partio is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Chaos is controlling him.
Chaos slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T1#
Partio tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chaos is putting a hurting on Partio here, landing some big shots from side control.
Chaos lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Chaos advances nicely into full mount.
Partio wants to hold on but Chaos pushes him away.
Chaos raining down shots from the mount!
Chaos lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Chaos lands a big elbow.
Partio is working to get back to half guard.
Chaos lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Partio hang on?
Chaos tries to control but Partio wriggling away.
Partio tries to reverse the position but Chaos maintains control.#T2#
Partio is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chaos lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Partio hang on?
Partio is squirming around, avoiding Chaos's attempts to control the action.
Partio is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Chaos fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Chaos trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Partio keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Partio sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
Chaos scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Chaos is nestled in close to Partio, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Partio is refusing to be controlled, as Chaos sits in half guard.
Chaos is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Partio tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chaos looking to finish Partio with some ground and pound. This is bad for Partio!
Chaos working the ground and pound effectively.
Partio keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chaos tries to control but Partio wriggling away. #T4#
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Chaos cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Partio slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Chaos is nestled in close to Partio, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Chaos is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Max Chaos overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Partio wants to stand but Chaos is controlling the position.
Chaos stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Partio swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chaos is working hard here to advance position.
Partio wants to stand up but Chaos is controlling him.
Partio is trying to control the position but Chaos postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Max Chaos dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Chaos fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Partio only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Chaos.
Chaos fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Chaos with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Chaos tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Chaos.
Partio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Chaos rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Partio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A shot to the body from Chaos misses
and Partio counters with a nice uppercut.
Partio is looking to chop away at Chaos's legs.
A slow jab from Partio misses its intended target.
Chaos tries to counter with a takedown but Partio is quick to defend against it.
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chaos drops down looking for a counter takedown but Partio sprawls and moves away.
Partio drops his hands momentarily and Chaos takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot lands for Chaos.
Chaos throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.#TD#
Chaos changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Partio looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio regains half guard.
Chaos is looking to take a break and control but Partio is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Chaos is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1#
Partio trying to control here.
Partio on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Chaos takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Partio is trying to stand up here but Chaos is controlling him well.
Partio is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Partio is trying to stand back up but Chaos is controlling him #SUB#
Chaos is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Partio has managed to free his arm - good work.
Partio is looking to improve his position. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Partio wants to control but Chaos is keeping busy.
Partio is looking for a sweep. Chaos is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chaos performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ground and pound from Chaos.
Chaos wants to take a breather but Partio is having none of it.
Partio tries to kick Chaos off but Chaos keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #ES2#
Partio kicks off Chaos and gets to his feet.
Partio takes a jab right on the kisser.
Chaos throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice defenses there by Partio.#T3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Partio darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Partio with a nice calf kick.
Chaos ducks under a wild hook from Partio.#TD#
Partio gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Chaos pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Partio is keeping the position for now.
Partio not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Partio is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Chaos is controlling him.
Chaos wants to control from the top but Partio keeps moving. #ES2#
Partio has his feet on Chaos's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T4#
Partio throws the left hand but Chaos avoids the punch easily.
Chaos throws a body shot but no joy.
Chaos swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Chaos looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Chaos steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Partio.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio motions for Chaos to come forward. Partio throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Chaos with a hook.
Chaos connects with a body shot.
Chaos lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Partio at a distance.
Partio takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Partio keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Chaos looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Chaos with a jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Max Chaos.
Well Chaos 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Max Chaos!
Max Chaos decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Syn 767
Date: Dec 20, 2020

#R1#
Partio fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Partio misses with a hook.
Partio moves into range and connects with a jab.
Presley's jab looks to have found its range, popping Partio under the eye.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Presley is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Presley ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A leg kick checked by Partio.
Presley lands with a nice body kick.
Presley cracks Partio with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The fighters circling - Presley throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Presley moves out of range as Partio throws a body kick.
Presley is looking to slow Partio down with leg kicks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Presley throws a sloppy head kick
and Partio counters with a nice body shot.
Partio throws a body punch but Presley moves out of range.
Presley throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Presley blocks a jab.
Partio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Presley with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Partio to score with a decent uppercut.#CL#
Presley moves into range and clinches up with Partio.#T1#
Presley utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Partio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Presley is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Partio tries to work over Presley's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Presley misses with a short punch on the inside.
Presley unloads a knee to the mid-section. Partio lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Partio lands with a light punch inside.
Presley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Presley blocking some punches.
Partio wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Presley has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Partio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Presley swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Partio takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Presley misses with a hook.
Presley scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio connects with a looping right hand.
Presley throws a head kick that misses
and Partio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Presley scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Partio doesn't seem bothered though.
Partio has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Presley throws a sloppy head kick and Partio moves out of range easily. #T2#
Presley takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Partio scores with a jab.
Presley tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Presley tries to clinch but Partio is having none of it.
Presley avoids the body shot from Partio.
Partio throws a nice outside leg kick.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fight stays on the outside here - Presley looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Partio looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Good leg kick by Presley.
Partio avoids the head kick by Presley.
An inside leg kick lands from Partio.
Presley scores with a spinning back kick!
Presley swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio lunges at Presley with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Presley's hand.
Presley misses with a jab to the body
and Partio counters with a left to the body.
Presley checks the leg kick nicely there.
Presley misses with a body shot.
Partio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T3#
Partio avoids the head kick by Presley.
Partio lands with an overhand left.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Elvis Presley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Presley is looking to chop away at Partio's legs.
Partio throws a wild body kick that Presley sees coming a mile off.
A quick step to the side and Presley tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A leg kick checked by Presley.
Partio lands a jab.
Partio lands a head kick. Presley smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CL#
Presley rushes Partio and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Presley misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Partio manages to break the clinch.
Presley keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Presley with the inside leg kick.
Partio moves out of range of the leg kick from Presley.#CL#
Presley moves into the clinch successfully.
Presley can't find room to land a body shot as Partio controls the action.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Presley blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Partio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Presley throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A short left from Partio.
Partio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Presley lands with a light punch inside.
Presley swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Partio tries to break the clinch but Presley is controlling the position.
Partio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Presley backwards.
Partio is trying to push Presley away but Presley has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A short right from Presley on the inside.
Partio takes a knee to the side of the body.
Partio throws a punch but it's blocked by Presley.
Presley lands a right hand.
Presley takes a shot to the head.
Presley throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Presley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio can't break the clinch.
Presley misses with a hook from the clinch.
Partio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Partio prevents a body shot from Presley.
Partio takes a knee to the side of the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Presley checks a leg kick.
Partio is looking to slow Presley down with leg kicks.
Presley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Partio pushes Presley away with a front kick.
Presley throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Nice cross by Presley.
Partio scores with a nice strike.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Partio throws the left hand but Presley avoids the punch easily.
Presley tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Partio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Partio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Presley misses with a low kick.
Presley misses with a two punch combination.
Partio feints a counter leg kick.
Partio getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Presley swinging wildly here.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio lands a glancing blow to the side of Presley's head.
Presley throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Presley with a hook.
Partio throws a head kick but Presley moves out of range. #T1#
Presley lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Presley fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Presley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Partio.
Partio throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd cheers as Partio lands an impressive looking overhand right. Presley doesn't seem phased though.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Presley. Partio shrugs it off though.
A solid leg kick lands there for Presley.
Presley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Presley backing away here, and Partio unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Presley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Presley blocks a jab.
Presley throws a right hand that Partio ducks under and follows up with a left that Partio also avoids with ease.
Partio lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Partio wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Presley misses with a lunging right hand
and Partio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Presley throws a lazy body kick
enabling Partio to counter with a crisp jab.
Presley throws a head kick that misses
and Partio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Partio lands with a good body shot.#T2#
Presley punishes Partio's body with a nice straight punch.
Partio is looking to chop away at Presley's legs.
Presley quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Presley misses with an uppercut.
Partio appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Partio on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Presley. Presley obviously looking to wear him down.
Partio buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Presley swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Presley ducks right into an uppercut from Partio.
Presley drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Partio misses with an uppercut
and Presley counters with an outside leg kick. #CL#
Presley forces Partio back against the cage and clinches.
Presley misses with a short punch on the inside.
Presley using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Presley landing knees to the body.
Partio is breathing heavily.
Partio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Presley lands with a light punch inside.
Partio takes a knee to the side of the body.
A head punch on the inside from Partio fails to land.
Presley tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T3#
Presley prevents a body shot from Partio.
Presley lands a hook to the side of the head.
Partio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Partio throws a punch but it's blocked by Presley.
A head punch on the inside from Partio fails to land.
Presley misses with some punches.
Partio wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Presley trying to land knees to the body.
Elvis Presley has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Partio misses with a punch on the inside.
Partio misses with a punch to the body.
Partio has a couple of punches blocked by Presley.
Partio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Partio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Partio wants to break free but Presley has control.
Presley swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Presley lands a nice knee to the body.
A short left from Presley.
Presley pushes Partio back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Presley missing with knees to the body. #T4#
Presley struggles to land a body shot inside as Partio controls his hands.
A body shot lands from Presley.
A knee to the head by Presley.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Presley digs a right hand into Partio's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Partio's gas tank.
Presley misses with a knee to the head.
Presley working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Partio working hard to break the clinch.
Presley lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Presley throws a punch but it's blocked by Partio.
Presley scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Partio manages to break the clinch.
Presley takes one to the side of the head.
Presley looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Partio misses with a hook. Presley ducked under it nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Presley with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Presley keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Partio.
Partio takes a swing at Presley's ribcage but misses.
Partio throws out a leg kick but Presley moves out of range and Partio only half commits.
Presley wants to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Elvis Presley will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Presley throws a nice inside leg kick.
Partio tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Presley is able to avoid easily.
Presley on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A jab from Presley finds it's way through Partio's defenses.
Partio lands a jab to the head.
Presley keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Presley misses the shot to the body.
Presley throws a solid leg kick but Partio takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Presley.#CL#
Presley moves into the clinch successfully.
Presley misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Presley fails to land.
Presley throws a head punch that misses.
Partio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Presley.
Partio avoiding damage as Presley throws knees to the body.
Partio is trying to break free.
A head punch on the inside from Partio fails to land. #T1#
Presley prevents a body shot from Partio.
Presley tries to land knees in the clinch but Partio avoids the damage to the body.
Partio can't find room to land a body shot as Presley controls the action.
A nice right hand lands inside from Partio.
Presley blocking some punches.
Partio blocks a body shot from Presley. #BC2#
Partio's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Presley moves in looking to clinch but Partio pushes him off.
Partio looks to land a body kick but Presley moved away.#CL#
Presley drives through and clinches with Partio against the cage.
Partio working aggressively here.
A body shot lands from Presley.
Partio scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Partio.
Partio can't find room to land a body shot as Presley controls the action.
Presley looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Presley misses with a punch on the inside.
Presley using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Partio has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Presley blocking some punches.
A right handed body shot lands from Presley. #T2#
Presley scores with a shoulder strike.
Partio can't find room to land a body shot as Presley controls the action.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Presley misses with a short punch on the inside.
Presley throws a punch but it's blocked by Partio.
Partio wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Presley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Partio throws a head punch that misses.
Presley with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Presley misses with a body punch.
Presley tries a body shot but Partio blocks it.
Partio scores with a shoulder strike.
Partio scores with a nice hook to the head.
Presley blocks a body shot from Partio.
Partio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Presley is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Partio is defending well for now.
Partio is looking to break free of the clinch but Presley has double underhooks.
Presley misses with a hook to the ribs.
A left hand lands to the body for Partio.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Presley tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Presley throws a punch but it's blocked by Partio.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Presley.
Presley tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A shot to the body from Presley misses
and Partio counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Presley has Partio up against the cage in a clinch.
Partio misses with a punch on the inside.
Presley misses with a body punch.
Partio's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Presley misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Partio is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Partio lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Partio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Presley using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Partio has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Presley lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Presley tries to work over Partio's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Presley softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Partio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Presley backwards.
Presley lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Presley throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch.
Partio scores with a jab to the jaw.
Partio lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Partio pulls out of a head kick attempt.
An inside leg kick lands from Partio.
Presley throws a push kick but Partio slaps the foot to one side.
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Presley slips under a jab.
Partio takes a swing at Presley's ribcage but misses.
Presley tries to score with a low kick but Partio moves his leg out of the way.
Partio closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Partio ducks right into an uppercut from Presley.
Presley checks a leg kick. #CL#
Presley fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Partio, pushing him back against the cage.
Presley working aggressively here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Polliisi Partio.
I think Partio 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: Syn 732
Date: Nov 22, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Partio motions for Garibaldi to come forward. Partio throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Garibaldi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A punch combination from Partio misses.
Garibaldi throws a counter high kick but Partio was just alert enough to avoid it.
Partio scores with a push kick.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Partio is looking to slow Garibaldi down with leg kicks.
Partio throws a nice head kick!
Partio cracks Garibaldi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nice cross by Partio.
Nice uppercut there from Partio.
Garibaldi looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Garibaldi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Partio misses with a left hand
and Garibaldi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio cracks Garibaldi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Garibaldi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Garibaldi slips under a jab from Partio.
Partio tries to work over Garibaldi's front leg with a kick but Garibaldi checks it. #T1#
Garibaldi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Garibaldi walks into a jab.
Garibaldi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Partio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Garibaldi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Partio finds it's way round the side to connect with Garibaldi's head.
Garibaldi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Partio has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A clash of legs there as Garibaldi blocks the low kick.
Garibaldi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Garibaldi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A cross from Partio lands.
Partio misses with a wild combination.
Garibaldi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Partio misses the jab.
It looked like Garibaldi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice body kick there by Partio.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good standup being displayed there by Partio as he connects with a hook.
Garibaldi walks into a jab.
Garibaldi throws a head kick that misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Partio 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 Garibaldi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Garibaldi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Garibaldi throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Garibaldi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Garibaldi looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Partio throws a sloppy head kick and Garibaldi moves out of range easily.
Partio throws a jab when Garibaldi was well out of range.
Garibaldi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Partio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A telegraphed right hand from Garibaldi misses the target.
Partio feints a counter leg kick.
Partio turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Garibaldi avoids the body shot from Partio.
A counter left hand to the body from Garibaldi misses its target.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Garibaldi circles away from the clinch attempt.
Partio with the inside leg kick.
Garibaldi checks a low kick from Partio.
Garibaldi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Partio takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Partio connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Partio misses with a wild combination.
Partio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Partio scoring well with a low kick there.
Partio scores with a jab to the body.
Partio lunges at Garibaldi with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Garibaldi's hand. #T4#
Garibaldi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio misses with a shot to the body
and Garibaldi counters with a three punch combo that has Partio backing up. Partio nods at Garibaldi to acknowledge the strikes.
Partio clobbers Garibaldi with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Partio lands a nice leg kick that just misses Garibaldi's sensitive parts.
Partio is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Partio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Partio throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Partio takes a swing at Garibaldi's ribcage but misses.
A low kick from Partio is predictable there
and Garibaldi counters with a left to the body.
Partio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio misses with a leg kick
and Garibaldi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Garibaldi moves out of range of the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Partio lands a really nice looking cross but Garibaldi seems unphased.
Partio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Partio cracks Garibaldi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Partio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Partio lands a nice leg kick that just misses Garibaldi's sensitive parts.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Garibaldi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Garibaldi circles away quickly and effectively.
Garibaldi is looking to counter with head kicks.
Partio throws a leg kick
and Garibaldi counters with a straight right hand.
Partio swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Garibaldi.
Partio misses with a looping right.
Partio throws a leg kick that is checked#CL#
and Garibaldi counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Garibaldi lands with a light punch inside.
Garibaldi tries to throw a body punch but Partio avoids it by throwing Garibaldi back against the cage. #T1#
Garibaldi fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Partio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Partio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Garibaldi lands a left hand.
Nice body punch from Garibaldi - that landed with a thud.
Garibaldi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Garibaldi.
A shot in the inside from Partio.
Partio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hand to the body from Garibaldi.
Garibaldi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Garibaldi lands an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Partio.
Partio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Partio lands with a short shot to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Garibaldi.
Partio has a couple of punches blocked by Garibaldi.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Garibaldi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Garibaldi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T2#
A shot in the inside from Partio.
Partio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Garibaldi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Partio backwards.
Garibaldi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Partio's elbow.
Garibaldi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Garibaldi tries to throw a body punch but Partio avoids it by throwing Garibaldi back against the cage.
Garibaldi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Garibaldi throws a punch but it's blocked by Partio.
Garibaldi tries to work over Partio's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Garibaldi misses with a punch on the inside.
Partio misses with the head strike.
Garibaldi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD#
Garibaldi decides to pull guard.
Partio stands and throws Garibaldi's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Partio wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Garibaldi, who protects the arm well. #T3#
Garibaldi is not content to let Partio control the position. #SUB2#
Partio goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Garibaldi has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Partio but great work by Garibaldi.
Garibaldi advances to full mount. #SUB#
Garibaldi is working for a guillotine from mount but Partio frees his head quite easily.
Partio prevents Garibaldi from taking his back.
Partio is wriggling around trying to escape. #T4#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Garibaldi seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Partio is holding on tight. #SUB#
Garibaldi has hold of Partio's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Partio manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #SUB#
Garibaldi working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB#
Garibaldi with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Partio keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Michael Garibaldi will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Garibaldi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Partio.
Garibaldi walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Garibaldi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Garibaldi misses with a jab, cross combination.
Partio scores with a leg kick.
A good leg kick by Partio.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Partio.
Partio swings for the body but Garibaldi moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garibaldi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Garibaldi ducks down to avoid it.
Garibaldi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Partio. That snapped Garibaldi's head back. #T1#
Partio slips a jab and a cross from Garibaldi.
Partio connects with a jab.
Garibaldi misses with a head kick.
Garibaldi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Garibaldi has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Partio.
Garibaldi on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Partio lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Garibaldi backs up against the cage.
Decent striking displayed by Partio there.
Partio has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Garibaldi finds it's way round the side to connect with Partio's head.
Partio lands with a shot to the body.
Partio jabs at Garibaldi's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Garibaldi has time to react.
Partio feints and then cracks Garibaldi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Garibaldi down.
Partio works Garibaldi's body with a nice hook.#T2#
The crowd cheers as Partio lands an impressive looking overhand right. Garibaldi doesn't seem phased though.
Garibaldi fails in his attempt to clinch.
Partio slips a jab from Garibaldi.
Garibaldi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Garibaldi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Partio throws a leg kick which misses Garibaldi's front leg but catches the back leg as Garibaldi tries to avoid it.
Partio lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Garibaldi throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Garibaldi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Garibaldi connects with a body shot that sends Partio's belly button to the back.
A jab from Partio finds it's way through Garibaldi's defenses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Partio.
Garibaldi swings for the body but Partio moves out of range. #T3##CL#
Garibaldi gets a clinch.
Partio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Garibaldi misses with a punch to the body.
Garibaldi scores with a shot to the side of Partio's head.
Partio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Garibaldi tries a body shot but Partio blocks it.
Garibaldi can't find room to land a body shot as Partio controls the action.
Partio has a couple of punches blocked by Garibaldi.
Garibaldi can't find room to land a body shot as Partio controls the action.
Garibaldi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Partio's elbow.
Partio misses with some punches.
Garibaldi digs a right hand underneath Partio's ribcage. Partio let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Partio throws a head punch that misses.
Garibaldi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Partio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Partio tries a body shot but Garibaldi blocks it. #T4#
Garibaldi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Partio backwards.
Garibaldi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Partio lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Garibaldi or not.
Garibaldi tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Partio just stands there and leans against the cage.
A hook to the body from Garibaldi.
Garibaldi blocks an uppercut.
Garibaldi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Partio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Garibaldi's elbow.
Garibaldi tries to work over Partio's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Garibaldi jumps guard and drags Partio to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio trying to control the position from guard on top but Garibaldi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garibaldi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Partio trying to control but Garibaldi is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Garibaldi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Partio defends well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Polliisi Partio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Partio 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Syn Havoc
Date: Oct 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Partio throws a low kick, looking for Warror's leg but Warror calmly moves out of range.
Warror throws out a counter right but Partio avoids it with no problem.
Warror lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
Warror does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Warror displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Partio takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Partio attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Warror blocks a jab.
Partio goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Partio tries to work over Warror's front leg with a kick but Warror checks it.
Partio throws a poor cross that misses
and Partio takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Warror walks into a jab.
Warror attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Warror lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from Partio misses its intended target.
Partio swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Warror thows a left - swing and a miss!
Partio misses with a hook. Warror ducked under it nicely.
Warror throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
Partio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Warror manages to avoid it.
Partio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Partio throws a low kick but Warror avoids it.
Partio looks to land a right hand but Warror moved out of range.#T1#
Partio misses with a hook. Warror ducked under it nicely.
Warror misses with a straight right.
Warror swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Partio staying out of range there.
Warror connects with a body shot.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Warror misses with a leg kick.
Partio looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Warror lands a jab to the head.
A head kick misses from Partio.
Warror throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Warror swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Warror lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Partio at a distance.
Warror misses with a body kick.
A low kick lands for Warror.
Warror takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Both fighters circling a little - Warror finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Warror throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio misses with a combination
and Warror connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio misses with a body punch
and Partio takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Partio scores with a head kick. Warror tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Warror.
Partio moves out of range of the body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Partio misses the target.
Warror lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Warror misses with a body kick.
Partio throws a body punch but Warror moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Warror.
Warror misses with a low kick as Partio jumps back.
Partio checks a low kick from Warror.
Warror fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A bone on bone clash there as Warror blocks the leg kick.
Partio scoring well with a low kick there.
Partio takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Partio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Warror misses with a straight right.
Partio is looking to counter punch.
Partio throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Warror counters with a nice uppercut.
Warror throws a right and a left that both miss.
Warror lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
Partio scores with a jab to the body.
Partio slips a straight right by Warror.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T3#
Warror fakes the leg kick and cracks Partio in the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Warror 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 Partio has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Partio and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
It looked like Partio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Warror lands a leg kick that knocks Partio off balance momentarily.
Partio misses with an uppercut.
Partio tries to work over Warror's front leg with a kick but Warror checks it.
Warror looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Warror ducks right into an uppercut from Partio.
Warror is looking to land body kicks.
Partio throws a wild body kick that Warror sees coming a mile off.
Warror throws a half hearted mid kick.
Warror tries a head kick but it misses.
Warror dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Partio. That did some damage!
Warror throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
Warror throws out a powerful jab.
Warror throws a leg kick that misses.
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Warror moves away from the strike by Partio.
A countering left hand to the body from Warror misses.
Warror on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Both fighters circling a little - Partio finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio throws out a loose jab but Warror uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Warror throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Partio lands a glancing blow to the side of Warror's head.
Partio misses with a combination
and Warror counters with a leg kick.
Warror throws a nice inside leg kick.
Warror throws a right hand that Partio ducks under and follows up with a left that Partio also avoids with ease.
The fighters circling - Partio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Warror smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Partio lands with a right hand.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Partio misses with a double jab.
Partio takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Partio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Warror's head.
Warror pivots, looking for a leg kick but Partio is out of range and Warror settles back down.
Warror keeps Partio at a distance using the push kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Warror bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Warror on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Partio lands with a cross.
Partio does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Warror avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Warror lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Paul Warror dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Partio misses with a body shot.
Warror throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Partio stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Warror tries to work over Partio's front leg with a kick but Partio checks it.
Partio takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio checks a leg kick.
Warror throws a solid leg kick but Partio takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Warror.
Partio throws a hook but Warror avoids it easily.
Warror throws a sloppy head kick and Partio moves out of range easily.
Warror looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Warror dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Warror is looking to chop away at Partio's legs.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Warror misses with a kick to the body.
Partio lands with a straight right. Warror didn't see that one coming.
Warror tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Warror.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Partio shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Warror missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Partio appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Partio tries a head kick but it misses.
Warror swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Partio tried to score with a low kick but Warror checks it.
Partio wants to slow Warror down by chopping away at his legs.
Warror fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Partio checks it well.
Warror throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio misses with a low kick.
Partio lands a nice looking body shot.
Paul Warror seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Warror throws a head kick that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Partio misses its target.
Partio avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Warror has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Partio throws a low kick, looking for Warror's leg but Warror calmly moves out of range.
A nice side step and Warror releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Warror uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Partio misses with a looping left.
Partio lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Warror feints a counter leg kick.
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Warror ducks down to avoid it.
Warror throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Partio lands a really nice looking cross but Warror seems unphased.
Some wild striking there from Partio.
A left lands for Partio.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio moves out of range as Warror throws a body kick.
Warror misses with a leg kick.
Warror bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Partio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Partio takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Warror chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
Partio is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Warror looks to land a right hand but Partio moved out of range.
Partio misses with a body shot.
Partio looks to throw a body kick
and Warror counters with a nice body kick.
Partio has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Warror tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Partio throws a right hand that misses
and Warror counters with a stiff right hand.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Warror lands with a hook. Partio tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Partio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Warror manages to avoid it.
Partio takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Partio throws a body punch but Warror moves out of range.
Warror lands with a nice body kick.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Partio misses with a body shot.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Warror keeps Partio at a distance using the push kick.
Warror bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Warror throws a wild body kick that Partio sees coming a mile off.
Warror throws a half hearted mid kick.
A head kick misses from Warror.
Warror on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Partio throws a series of punches but Warror avoids them all with ease.
Partio throws an overhand right that lands on Warror's shoulder, as Warror tries to avoid the shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Partio might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Partio is looking to chop away at Warror's legs.
Warror swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Partio throws a hook but Warror avoids it easily.
Warror throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Warror looks to land a body kick but Partio moved away.
A nice leg kick from Warror, right into the meat of the thigh.
Warror dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Partio. That did some damage!
Partio misses with a hook. Warror ducked under it nicely.
Partio throws a lazy right hand but Warror sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Warror scores with a leg kick. #T4#
That kick from Warror tenderised Partio's leg. Partio is trying to keep his angry face on.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio loads up on a big right hand but Warror slips the punch.
Partio fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Warror throws the kick towards the body but Partio avoids it.
Partio will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Warror looks to land a right hand but Partio moved out of range.
Partio throws a hook but Warror avoids it easily.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio throws a low kick but Warror moves out of range easily.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Warror takes a jab right on the kisser.
Warror is looking to land body kicks.
Partio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Partio connects with a leg kick.
Warror is looking to slow Partio down with leg kicks.
Partio connects with a jab.
Partio cracks Warror with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Paul Warror will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Warror keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Partio.
Warror lands a leg kick that knocks Partio off balance momentarily.
Warror throws a head kick that misses.
Partio avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
An inside leg kick from Partio misses.
Warror scores with a jab to the jaw.
Partio throws a hook but Warror avoids it easily.
Warror takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Warror connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Partio works Warror's body with a nice hook.
Warror throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Warror blocks a head kick by Partio.
Warror counters with a body kick.
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Warror.
Partio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio throws a lazy right hand but Warror sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio throws a push kick but Warror slaps the foot to one side.
A looping hook to the body misses from Partio. Warror does a little dance to reset his feet.
Warror throws out a counter right but Partio avoids it with no problem.#T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Warror.
Warror lands with a shot to the body.
Partio lands with a right hand.
Partio takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Partio lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Warror uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Partio.
Partio does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Warror throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like Partio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Warror.
Partio throws out a loose jab but Warror uses good head movement to avoid it.
Warror lands a head kick. Partio smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Warror counters with a slapping leg kick.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Warror.
Warror throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Warror fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Partio.
Partio throws a lazy right hand but Warror sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Warror takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Warror throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio misses with a wild combination.
Partio backing away here, and Warror unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Warror throws a nice inside leg kick.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Partio misses with a hook.
Donk. Partio catches Warror right on the button with a cross.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Warror.
Warror keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Warror appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Warror slips a jab from Partio.
Warror waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Partio misses with the combination.
Warror scores with a jab. Partio acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Warror misses with a leg kick.
Warror throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio throws out a loose jab but Warror uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Warror fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Partio on the side of the head.
Warror's jab looks to have found its range, popping Partio under the eye.
Partio scores with a jab.
Partio tried to score with a low kick but Warror checks it.
Warror explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Warror avoids the body shot from Partio.
A thudding body kick lands there by Warror!
Partio looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Partio looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Partio throws a right hand that misses
and Warror finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Partio scores with a nice right hand.
Warror has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Warror throws out the jab.
Warror lands a glancing blow to the side of Partio's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio moves out of range of the body kick from Warror.
Partio misses with a body punch
enabling Warror to counter with a crisp jab.
Partio throws a lazy right hand but Warror sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Warror moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Paul Warror is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Warror fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Partio checks it well.
Nice body punch from Warror.
Warror avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A head kick misses from Warror.
A head kick misses from Partio.
Warror keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Partio lands a body shot.
Warror punishes Partio's body with a nice straight punch.
Partio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Warror's head.
Warror scores with a jab to the head.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Partio throws a sloppy head kick and Warror moves out of range easily.
Nice uppercut there from Partio.
Warror clobbers Partio with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Warror listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Warror lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Partio scores with a body shot.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paul Warror!
Paul Warror seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Syn Point vs Puno 3
Date: Sep 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Chaos connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Partio takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD#
Chaos dives in and scores a takedown into Partio's guard.
Chaos stands and throws Partio's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Partio is pushing Chaos's head away, looking to escape. Chaos manages to hold on to the position though.
Partio is trying to escape the position but Chaos is controlling the position.
Partio tries to escape but Chaos is in control.
Partio 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.
Check out the look on Chaos's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Partio is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Chaos has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Chaos has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#ES2#
Partio throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chaos moves into range and connects with a jab.
Partio drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Partio loads up on a big right hand but Chaos slips the punch.
Chaos uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Chaos with a jab.#TD#
Chaos scores with a takedown into Partio's guard.#T1#
Chaos postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Partio is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Chaos is controlling him.
Partio utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Chaos passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Chaos prevents Partio from escaping the position.
Chaos wants to control but Partio is keeping him busy.
Partio is trying to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Partio bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Chaos's jab looks to have found its range, popping Partio under the eye.
Chaos displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chaos. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chaos lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Partio smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2#
Chaos shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Partio but Partio pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Chaos is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Chaos checks it well.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chaos misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD#
Chaos closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Partio's guard.
Partio keeping moving, preventing Chaos from controlling successfully.
Chaos trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #ES2#
Partio has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Chaos off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Partio throws a hook but Chaos avoids it easily.
Chaos throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Partio attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Partio dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Chaos. That did some damage!
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chaos paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Partio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chaos.
Chaos staying out of range there.
Chaos lands the left hand.
Chaos misses with an uppercut
and Partio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Partio takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Partio throws a hook but Chaos blocks it.
Good work by Chaos as he checks the leg kick.
Partio throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Chaos stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Partio defending well as Chaos loads up on a big left hand.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chaos.
Partio's corner calls for a 1-2. Partio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Partio staying out of range there.
Chaos connects with a good right hand that stumbles Partio. Partio circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Chaos tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Chaos.
Partio misses the shot to the body.
Chaos throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Chaos is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Chaos misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Partio scores with a leg kick. #TD#
Chaos closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Partio's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chaos trying to control the position from guard on top but Partio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Partio keeping full guard, as Chaos tries to pass.
Chaos controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Partio wants to stand and escape but Chaos is having none of it. #T4#
Chaos is pushing down on Partio's leg trying to pass to half guard. Partio is fighting to maintain full guard but Chaos has managed to sneak the leg through.
Partio is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Chaos scores with a couple of nice shots.
Partio looks like he's trying to stand up.
Chaos slips a nice elbow through Partio's hands, connecting with Partio's forehead.
Partio pushes Chaos off looking to stand but Chaos dives back in and keeps control.
Chaos trying to control the action but Partio is working from the bottom.
Chaos lands with a punch from half guard.
Partio is looking to escape.
Chaos passes to side control.
Chaos trying to control the position but Partio is working away.
Chaos controls the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chaos wants to lay and pray for a moment but Partio keeps working.
Chaos tries to move to mount but Partio blocks the move with his legs.
Partio is pushing Chaos's head away, looking to escape. Chaos manages to hold on to the position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Max Chaos 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#
Chaos swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio slips a straight right by Chaos.
Chaos closes this distance looking for a takedown but Partio circles away.
Chaos throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Chaos tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Chaos swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Chaos with a body shot.
Chaos is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Chaos loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Partio unleashes a big counter combination but Chaos bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Chaos slips under a jab from Partio.
Chaos is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Partio can do to turn this around?
Partio with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A good leg kick by Partio.
Chaos connects with a body shot that sends Partio's belly button to the back.
A combination from Chaos does no damage.
Chaos lands with a hook. Partio tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chaos throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chaos.
Chaos throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Partio throws an overhand right that lands on Chaos's shoulder, as Chaos tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
Chaos fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Partio to the ground. Chaos is now in Partio's guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Chaos is in close to Partio's body, working some short punches and elbows.#ES2#
Partio uses the cage to get back to his feet. #T1#
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chaos misses with a body shot.
Partio looks to land a right hand but Chaos moved out of range.
Partio with a nice calf kick.
Partio lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A telegraphed right hand from Chaos misses the target.
Partio throws a shot from downtown. Chaos moves away and avoids it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Partio.
Partio misses with a hook.
Chaos misses with a hook.
Chaos scores with a nice head shot.
Chaos misses with a looping right.
Partio throws a good cross that connects.
Partio tries to score with a low kick but Chaos moves his leg out of the way.
Chaos uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Partio.
Partio connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Chaos misses with a hook.
Chaos cracks a nice hook into Partio's ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chaos.
Partio scores with a punch to the head.#T2#
A lazy left from Chaos finds it's target.
Max Chaos is winning the standup battle so far.
Partio uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Chaos has time to react.
Partio slips under a jab.
Chaos misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
Chaos blocks a leg kick.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Chaos paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Partio tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Partio closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Chaos is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Partio with the inside leg kick.
A jab from Chaos misses.
Partio throws out a counter right but Chaos avoids it with no problem.
Chaos throws a big shot that misses.
Partio throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Chaos changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Chaos stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
Chaos slips under a jab.
Chaos waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Partio takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Chaos blocks a leg kick.
Chaos looks to land a combination but Partio avoids it well.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Chaos fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.#T3#
A big right from Partio misses.
Partio misses with a straight right. #TD#
Chaos closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Partio to the mat! Partio manages to get full guard.
Partio is looking to stand up but Chaos isn't so interested in that idea.
Chaos advances to half guard.
Partio is looking to escape.
Chaos is trying to control. Partio wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Chaos working Partio over with strikes.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Partio kicks off Chaos and gets to his feet.
Chaos checks the leg kick nicely there.
Chaos tries to counter with a takedown but Partio is quick to defend against it.
Chaos misses with a straight left.
Chaos looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Chaos takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Chaos.
Chaos throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
Chaos scores with a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Chaos checks a low kick from Partio.
Partio misses with a low kick.
Partio drops his hands momentarily and Chaos takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Partio throws out a loose jab but Chaos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chaos throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Partio takes one on the button.#TD#
Chaos 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.
Chaos tries to free his leg and advance position but Partio is retaining full guard. #ES2#
Partio has his feet on Chaos's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Chaos throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Chaos has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Partio finds it's way round the side to connect with Chaos's head.
Partio connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chaos misses the jab.
Chaos throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chaos fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chaos.
Chaos ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
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 Max Chaos will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Chaos shoots in for a double leg but Partio sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Some bone on bone action there as Chaos checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Chaos defending well as Partio loads up on a big left hand.
Chaos moves into range and connects with a jab.
Chaos fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Chaos throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chaos moves away from the strike by Partio.
Chaos changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Partio scores with a leg kick.
Partio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chaos.
Chaos jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD#
Chaos scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Chaos wants to control but Partio is keeping him busy.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
Partio is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Chaos passes the guard and advances to mount!
Partio is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there. #T1#
Chaos landing strikes from the mount and Partio is in trouble!
Partio is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Chaos tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chaos can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Partio is looking to escape.
Chaos is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Partio is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Partio tries to buck Chaos off but he can't manage it.
Max Chaos is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Max Chaos overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Chaos sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chaos's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
We've been hearing that Chaos has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
Chaos controlling the position easily from mount.
Chaos won't let Partio get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #T3##ES2#
Partio somehow manages to escape the mount and get back to his feet!
Partio has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Partio slips a jab from Chaos.
It seemed like Partio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Partio misses with a looping right.
Partio displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Chaos.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Max Chaos. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Partio lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Partio throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A nice leg kick from Partio, right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Partio jabs Chaos right on the nose. Chaos blinks but takes it well.
Partio lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A punch lands to the side of Chaos 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Chaos shoots in but Partio avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Partio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Chaos misses with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chaos darts in looking for a takedown but Partio gets double underhooks and turns Chaos into the cage.
Chaos shoots for a takedown but Partio saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T4#
Nice uppercut there from Chaos.
Chaos works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Partio is looking to land body kicks.
Chaos fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Chaos throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
Partio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chaos.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Chaos.
Chaos has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Partio.
Chaos throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chaos takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Partio misses with a low kick.
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Chaos ducks down to avoid it.
Chaos fails with the takedown.
A big right from Partio misses.
Good leg kick by Partio.
Partio takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Chaos checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Polliisi Partio.
Well Chaos 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Max Chaos!
Max Chaos thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SYN Animalia Paradoxa
Date: Aug 16, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gravas throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Partio sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Partio 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.
Partio lands with a thumping leg kick.
Partio scores with a leg kick.
Partio gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gravas .
Gravas wants to land a leg kick but Partio is out of range.
Gravas with the inside leg kick.
Partio misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Gravas counters with a straight right hand.
Gravas dips to his left and cracks Partio with an uppercut!
Gravas fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Partio.
Partio throws a lazy uppercut
and Gravas counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice cross by Gravas .
The fighters circle momentarily. Partio darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Partio fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gravas has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Partio throws a hook but Gravas avoids it easily.
Partio throws a leg kick but Gravas checks it.
Partio fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Partio swings for the body but Gravas moves out of range.
Gravas throws a leg kick but Partio sees it coming and moves out of range.
Partio seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Gravas looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Partio looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Partio keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Partio throwing a counter right hand but Gravas manages to avoid it.#T1#
Gravas tried to score with a low kick but Partio checks it.
Gravas throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Partio throws a jab but it's blocked by Gravas .
Gravas tries a quick counter leg kick but Partio is wise to it.
Partio's corner calls for a 1-2. Partio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Partio checks a leg kick.
Gravas lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
Partio takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Gravas looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gravas uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Partio.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gravas ! But no joy.
Latka Gravas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Partio misses with a straight right.
Gravas looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gravas throws a body kick that misses
and Partio makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Partio takes one to the side of the head.
Gravas keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Partio.
Gravas has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Gravas swings for the body but Partio moves out of range. #CL2#
Gravas clinches up with Partio and pushes him back against the cage.
Gravas pushes Partio back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice right hand lands inside from Gravas .
Nice body punch from Gravas .
Partio prevents a body shot from Gravas . #T2#
Gravas tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Partio misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Partio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Partio walks into a left hand.
Partio gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Gravas throws a half hearted mid kick.
Partio is looking to counter punch.
Partio swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio connects with a body shot.
Gravas dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Partio. That did some damage!
Partio slips under a jab from Gravas .
Gravas misses with a straight right.
Gravas throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Partio fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Partio throws a jab but it's blocked by Gravas .
Partio scores with a leg kick.
Partio scores with a decent looking hook.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gravas .
A nice leg kick lands there from Gravas .
Partio throws out a leg kick but Gravas moves out of range and Partio only half commits.
Gravas is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Partio had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Gravas misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Gravas checks the leg kick nicely there.
Gravas lands with a kick to the ribs.
Partio moves forwards but Gravas connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Gravas is looking to clinch but Partio is avoiding it.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gravas needs to keep his hands up - Partio had a free shot at his head there.
Partio lands with a shot to the body.
Gravas throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gravas throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gravas buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
Partio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gravas manages to avoid it.
Gravas looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gravas tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#CL2#
Gravas moves into the clinch successfully.
Gravas works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC#
Partio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Partio throws the left hand but Gravas avoids the punch easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gravas misses with an uppercut.
Partio was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
Gravas lands a jab to the head.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T4#
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Partio throws a leg kick but Gravas sees it coming and moves out of range.
Partio throws out a loose jab but Gravas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gravas checks a low kick from Partio.
Gravas tries to counter with a clinch but Partio shakes him off and moves away.
Partio walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Gravas checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Gravas throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
Gravas scores with a hook.
Gravas scores with a jab. Partio acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL2#
Gravas darts in and clinches Partio up against the cage.
Gravas wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Partio has him pressed against the cage.
Partio is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Gravas tries to throw a body punch but Partio avoids it by throwing Gravas back against the cage.
Gravas lands a hook to the side of the head.
Partio wants to break free but Gravas has control.
Gravas misses with the head strike.
Partio lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gravas struggles to land a body shot inside as Partio controls his hands. #BC2#
Gravas manages to break the clinch.
Gravas moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Gravas throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Partio throws out a loose jab but Gravas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gravas tries to counter with a clinch but Partio shakes him off and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Latka Gravas dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Partio misses the jab.
Gravas throws a solid leg kick but Partio takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Gravas .
Partio throwing a counter right hand but Gravas manages to avoid it.
Latka Gravas seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gravas lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A jab from Partio misses.
Gravas moves out of range as Partio strikes.
Gravas takes a jab right on the kisser.
Gravas shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Gravas throws a leg kick
and Partio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Partio misses with an uppercut.
Gravas with the inside leg kick.
Partio is looking to score with low kicks.
Gravas uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Partio.
Partio has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gravas .
Gravas lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Partio looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Partio swats away the attempt to clinch by Gravas .
Gravas throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gravas takes a head kick and keeps coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio catches Gravas with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
Partio throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gravas stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gravas tries to score with a low kick but Partio moves his leg out of the way.
Gravas misses with a straight right.
Gravas checks a leg kick.
Gravas lands with a thumping leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Partio.
Partio misses with an uppercut. Gravas saw that one coming.
Gravas connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gravas throws a low kick, looking for Partio's leg but Partio calmly moves out of range.
Partio avoids the body shot from Gravas .
Gravas throws a push kick but Partio slaps the foot to one side.
Gravas throws a low kick, looking for Partio's leg but Partio calmly moves out of range.
Partio misses with a straight right.
Gravas misses with a kick to the body.
No joy there for Partio, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL2#
Gravas gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Partio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Gravas fails to land.
Partio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio prevents a body shot from Gravas . #T2#
Partio misses with a punch to the body.
Partio tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Gravas smiles and moves away.
Gravas does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Gravas .
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gravas .
Gravas moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gravas .
Gravas misses with a low kick.
Partio moves out of range as Gravas strikes.
Partio takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gravas throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gravas .
Partio moves out of range as Gravas strikes.
Gravas takes one to the chin there.
Gravas swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good work by Partio as he checks the leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Some bone on bone action there as Partio checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Partio. Gravas does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Partio stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gravas .
Gravas scoring well with a low kick there.
Gravas takes a jab right on the kisser.
Partio stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gravas .
Donk. Partio catches Gravas right on the button with a cross.
Gravas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gravas throws a leg kick but Partio sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Partio stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gravas .
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
Partio has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gravas .
Gravas scores with a jab to the jaw.
Partio motions for Gravas to come forward. Partio throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Partio takes one on the button.
Gravas lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gravas checks the leg kick.
Gravas dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Partio. That did some damage!
Gravas throws a nice inside leg kick.
A slow jab from Partio misses its intended target.
Gravas blocks the body kick.
Partio wants to land a leg kick but Gravas is out of range.
Gravas appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gravas dodges the punch combination from Partio. #T4#
Gravas throws a leg kick
and Partio counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A jab from Partio misses.
Partio misses with a leg kick.
Gravas lands with a thumping leg kick.
Partio looks to land a right hand but Gravas moved out of range.
Gravas fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Gravas misses with a low kick.
Gravas moves into range and connects with a jab.
Gravas lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Partio at a distance.
Gravas motions for Partio to come forward. Gravas throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gravas keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Partio.
Gravas throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Gravas tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Gravas .
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio misses with an uppercut. Gravas saw that one coming.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gravas wants to counter with a clinch but Partio pushes him away.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gravas .
Gravas misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Latka Gravas will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Gravas lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Gravas uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Gravas throws a leg kick but Partio moved away.
Gravas blocks a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Gravas misses the target.
Gravas tries to clinch up but Partio circles away and keeps his distance.
Partio thinks about countering with a body kick.
A left lands for Gravas .
Gravas jabs Partio to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Partio looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Gravas stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Gravas .
Gravas swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Partio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Partio scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Gravas lands a really nice looking cross but Partio seems unphased.
Partio lands a nice looking body kick.
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gravas .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gravas throws out a powerful jab.
Partio takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Partio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gravas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gravas thinks about the counter body kick.
Gravas throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Gravas scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Partio lands with a straight right. Gravas didn't see that one coming.
A jab lands there for Gravas .
Partio throws a hook but Gravas avoids it easily.
Gravas swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Partio moves away from the strike by Gravas .
Partio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gravas with a jab.
Good shot there by Partio.
Partio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Partio looks to throw the jab but Gravas is out of range.
Partio is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Partio closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gravas .
Gravas is looking to slow Partio down with leg kicks.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A low kick from Gravas is predictable there
and Partio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Gravas displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
Partio tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Partio throws a nice outside leg kick.
Partio throws out a loose jab but Gravas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gravas .
Gravas throws out a counter right but Partio avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Gravas throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gravas .
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Gravas .
Partio throws a leg kick but Gravas sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A slow jab from Partio misses its intended target.
Gravas with the inside leg kick.
Gravas takes a jab right on the kisser.
Partio takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio misses with a lunging right hand
and Gravas connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A low kick from Gravas is predictable there
and Partio counters with a nice body kick.
Partio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Partio missing with a left hand there. Gravas was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gravas tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Partio moves out of range as Gravas throws a body kick.
Partio slips under a jab from Gravas .
Partio half committed to a counter leg kick.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good work by Partio as he checks the leg kick.
Gravas feints and then cracks Partio's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Partio down. #T3#
Partio fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gravas has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Gravas scores with a hook.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gravas throws out the jab.
Gravas attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Gravas tried to score with a low kick but Partio checks it.
Partio avoids the body shot from Gravas .
A swing and a miss from Gravas .
Gravas scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Partio chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Gravas can pounce on him.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gravas looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Partio closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Gravas 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Partio under the eye.
Gravas throws a leg kick but Partio checks it.
Gravas connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Gravas .
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Gravas 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 Partio has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Partio and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Gravas fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
Partio attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Gravas throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gravas tests Partio's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Partio lands with a shot to the body.
Gravas throws a leg kick but Partio sees it coming and moves out of range.
Partio throws a poor cross that misses
and Gravas cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gravas misses with an uppercut.
A good leg kick by Gravas .
Partio delivers a nice body kick.
Gravas swings widly with a right hand
enabling Partio to counter with a crisp jab.
Gravas avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Gravas throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Gravas .
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
An inside leg kick lands from Partio.
Gravas ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Partio slips under a jab from Gravas .
Gravas throws a nice outside leg kick.
Partio throws a front kick aimed at Gravas 's knee but Gravas avoids it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Latka Gravas really 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.#R4#
Partio takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Gravas smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Partio checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gravas misses with a looping right.
Partio takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Good exchange - Partio coming out on top.
Partio motions for Gravas to come forward. Partio throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gravas lands a jab to the nose.
Partio looks to land a left hand but Gravas moved out of range nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gravas ! But no joy.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Partio. #CL2#
Gravas drives through and clinches with Partio against the cage.
Gravas lands a left hand that snaps the head of Partio backwards.
Partio swings wildly with an uppercut but Gravas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gravas gets through Partio's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gravas wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Gravas .
Gravas lands a hook that snaps the head of Partio backwards.
Gravas tries a body shot but Partio blocks it. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Partio. #BC2#
Gravas breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Partio misses the shot to the body.
Partio backing away here, and Gravas unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Gravas lands a nice hook to Partio's body. Partio takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Partio clobbers Gravas with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Gravas ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Gravas takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Gravas is looking to clinch.
Gravas lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Gravas misses with an uppercut.
Partio is looking to score with low kicks.
Gravas thuds his right hand into Partio's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Gravas throws a low kick but it's checked well by Partio.
Partio lands a jab.
Gravas throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gravas throws a leg kick
and Partio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Partio misses with a hook. Gravas ducked under it nicely.
Gravas pivots, looking for a leg kick but Partio is out of range and Gravas settles back down.
Partio walks forward, straight into a front kick from Gravas .
Gravas with a hook.
Partio lands with a shot to the body.
Gravas rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Partio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gravas misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Partio connects with a leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Gravas . That snapped Partio's head back.
Gravas slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Gravas uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Partio.
Partio throws a shot from downtown. Gravas moves away and avoids it.
A big left from Partio misses.
Gravas tries to land a leg kick but Partio saw it coming and moves away.
Gravas throws a chopping leg kick but Partio manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Gravas keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Partio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gravas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Partio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gravas .#T3#
A clash of legs there as Gravas blocks the low kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Partio blocks the leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Gravas .
Gravas tries to work over Partio's front leg with a kick but Partio checks it.
Partio throwing a counter right hand but Gravas manages to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gravas .
Gravas swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gravas throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Partio looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gravas keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Gravas .
Partio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gravas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gravas scores with a jab. Partio acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Partio throws a jab when Gravas was well out of range.
Gravas stuns Partio with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Partio checks a low kick from Gravas .
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Partio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Partio blocks a low kick nicely.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gravas . #T4#
Gravas connects with a leg kick.
Gravas keeps Partio at a distance using the push kick.
Partio pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Gravas throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
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!
Partio takes a swing at Gravas 's ribcage but misses.
Partio moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Gravas keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Partio.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gravas thuds his shin into the meat of Partio's side.
Gravas checks a leg kick.
Gravas with the inside leg kick.
Partio misses with a straight right.
Gravas swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Partio walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gravas .
Gravas connects with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gravas misses with a low kick as Partio jumps back.
Gravas tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Partio is able to avoid easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Latka Gravas dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Partio's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Partio wants to slow Gravas down by chopping away at his legs.
Gravas wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The fighters circling - Gravas throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio staying out of range there.
Nice jab there from Gravas .
Gravas works the jab nicely.
Gravas throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
A bone on bone clash there as Partio blocks the leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Gravas .
Partio throws a wild body kick that Gravas sees coming a mile off.
Gravas misses with a looping right.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Partio will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gravas uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Partio.
Gravas keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Gravas avoids the body shot from Partio.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gravas ! But no joy.
Partio with the inside leg kick.
Gravas clobbers Partio with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Gravas throws a leg kick that misses.
A big right from Partio misses.
Gravas wants to counter with a clinch but Partio pushes him away.
Gravas tries a low kick but Partio avoids it.
Gravas cracks Partio with an open hand slap.
Gravas on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Gravas swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gravas scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A slow jab from Gravas misses its intended target.
Gravas motions for Partio to come forward. Gravas throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gravas jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Partio swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Good work by Gravas as he checks the leg kick.
Gravas was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Gravas throws a quick inside leg kick.
Partio attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Partio with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A punch lands to the side of Partio 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Gravas blocks a jab.
Gravas swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A jab from Partio misses.
Gravas lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Latka Gravas is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Partio slips under a jab from Gravas .
Gravas rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Partio counters with a thumping low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio misses with a lunging right hand
and Gravas counters with a nice low kick that buckles Partio's knee momentarily.
Gravas throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Gravas jabs Partio right on the nose. Partio blinks but takes it well.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Gravas .
A kick lands to the mid section there for Gravas .
Gravas waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Partio half committed to a counter leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gravas . That's going to slow Partio down.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gravas takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Partio pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Gravas moves out of range as Partio throws a body kick.
Gravas darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Gravas moves away from the strike by Partio.
Gravas throws a low kick but Partio avoids it.
Gravas uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Partio. #T3#
Partio throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Partio throws a low kick but Gravas avoids it.
Partio fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gravas .
Jab from Gravas .
Nice shot lands for Gravas .
Gravas uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Partio.
Partio throws a hook but Gravas blocks it.
Partio sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
An inside leg kick lands from Gravas .
Partio lands a lovely overhand right.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Gravas is just out of range.
Gravas connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Gravas with the inside leg kick.
Gravas misses with a low kick.
Gravas connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Partio momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gravas .
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Partio crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Gravas - the referee stops the clock and Partio gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Gravas . Partio manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Gravas scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T4#
Gravas lands with a good body shot.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Gravas .
Gravas jabs Partio to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Good leg kick by Gravas .
Partio takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A good leg kick by Gravas .
Partio scores with the left hand. Gravas knows he should have avoided that one.
Gravas throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gravas connects with a body shot.
Partio throws a leg kick but Gravas sees it coming and moves out of range.
Partio walks into a straight right hand from Gravas .
Partio fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gravas has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Gravas .
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Partio loads up on a big right hand but Gravas slips the punch.
Partio staying out of range there.
That kick from Gravas tenderised Partio's leg. Partio is trying to keep his angry face on.

And that's the end of the fight!
Latka Gravas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Gravas 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 45:50
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 45:50
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Latka Gravas ! Latka Gravas retains his welterweight title!
Latka Gravas decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Syn MONEY PRODUCTIONS
Date: Jul 18, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
Dagestanskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dagestanskiy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym in the buildup to the fight.
A big right from Dagestanskiy misses.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
Dagestanskiy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Dagestanskiy keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Dagestanskiy moves out of range of the leg kick from Partio.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Partio lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Dagestanskiy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Partio.
Nice takedown defense from Partio. No joy for Dagestanskiy on that attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Partio takes one on the button.#T1#
Partio lands a jab to the nose.
Partio getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Partio cracks Dagestanskiy with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dagestanskiy looks to land a right hand but Partio moved out of range.
Partio connects with a looping right hand.
Partio throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Partio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Partio's head.
Partio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Partio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Partio has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#CL#
Dagestanskiy rushes Partio and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Partio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dagestanskiy wants to break the clinch but can't.
Partio is trying to break the clinch but Dagestanskiy has him pressed against the cage.
Dagestanskiy throws a head punch that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio can't break the clinch. #T2##BC2#
Partio's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Donk. Partio catches Dagestanskiy right on the button with a cross.
A jab from Dagestanskiy misses.
Dagestanskiy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
It looked like Dagestanskiy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dagestanskiy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
Partio throws a series of punches but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Dagestanskiy tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dagestanskiy was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
Dagestanskiy lands with a nice combination. Partio backs away looking to recover.
Dagestanskiy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dagestanskiy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Partio.
Dagestanskiy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio misses with a double jab
letting Dagestanskiy counter with a right hand. #T3#
A big right from Partio misses.
A little feinted left hand from Dagestanskiy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Partio lands a jab to Dagestanskiy's midsection.
A left lands for Partio.
Dagestanskiy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Partio.
Partio slaps away a takedown attempt from Dagestanskiy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dagestanskiy checks a low kick from Partio.
Partio is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Dagestanskiy had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Nice straight punches there by Dagestanskiy. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dagestanskiy.
Partio takes one to the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dagestanskiy.
Partio scoring well with a low kick there.
Partio bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dagestanskiy's head backwards.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dagestanskiy lands a jab to the head.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Partio misses with a combination
and Dagestanskiy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Partio misses with a head kick.
A jab from Dagestanskiy misses.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Partio misses with a few strikes there.
Dagestanskiy scores with a jab to the jaw.
Dagestanskiy misses the shot to the body.
A lazy left from Partio finds it's target.
Partio misses with a hook. Dagestanskiy ducked under it nicely.
Dagestanskiy is looking to counter punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dagestanskiy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Partio tries to avoid it but Dagestanskiy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Partio to the ground. Partio escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Partio lands a jab to Dagestanskiy's midsection.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dagestanskiy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nice uppercut there from Partio.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dagestanskiy changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio swings for the body but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Nice shot lands for Partio.
Partio swings widly with a right hand
and Dagestanskiy counters with a stiff right hand.
Partio buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dagestanskiy ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Partio throws out a powerful jab.
Dagestanskiy tries to bum rush Partio with a series of wild strikes but Partio uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dagestanskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dagestanskiy avoids the body shot from Partio.
Dagestanskiy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dagestanskiy moves away from the strike by Partio.
Partio is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Partio throws a jab but it's blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio scores with a jab. Dagestanskiy acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Partio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Dagestanskiy has managed to clinch.
Dagestanskiy doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Dagestanskiy struggles to land a body shot inside as Partio controls his hands.
Dagestanskiy blocks a body shot from Partio. #TD#
Dagestanskiy ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dagestanskiy no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dagestanskiy is on top in guard. #REVR#
Dagestanskiy preventing the sweep.
Partio keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Partio escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dagestanskiy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dagestanskiy is in close to Partio's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Dagestanskiy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dagestanskiy controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dagestanskiy throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Partio is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dagestanskiy defends well.
Dagestanskiy connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2#
Partio looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Dagestanskiy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dagestanskiy chips away with some ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy landing some decent shots from guard.
Dagestanskiy passes Partio's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dagestanskiy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Partio with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dagestanskiy working Partio over with strikes.
Dagestanskiy lands with a punch from half guard.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots but Partio is blocking nicely.
Dagestanskiy working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Dagestanskiy lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
Partio won't allow Dagestanskiy to pass to mount.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the action but Partio is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Partio tries to get to full guard but Dagestanskiy has control of the leg.
Dagestanskiy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Partio with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nice strikes from Dagestanskiy there.
Partio is not content to let Dagestanskiy control the position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Dagestanskiy connects with a nice short shot to Partio's temple.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that second round.
That's time! Dagestanskiy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Dagestanskiy.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dagestanskiy throws the left hand but Partio avoids the punch easily.
Dagestanskiy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
It seemed like Partio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Partio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dagestanskiy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dagestanskiy is looking to counter punch.
Dagestanskiy is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Partio dodges the punch combination from Dagestanskiy.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Partio throws a right and a left that Dagestanskiy avoids nicely.
Dagestanskiy takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dagestanskiy throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio avoids the body shot from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dagestanskiy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dagestanskiy momentarily. #T1#
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
Partio's corner calls for a 1-2. Partio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dagestanskiy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A big left from Dagestanskiy misses.
Dagestanskiy looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Dagestanskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio lands an overhand right.
Dagestanskiy throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Partio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dagestanskiy moves away.
Dagestanskiy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Partio punishes Dagestanskiy's body with a nice straight punch.
Partio lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dagestanskiy ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot. #T2#
Dagestanskiy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Partio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Partio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dagestanskiy doesn't seem bothered though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dagestanskiy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Dagestanskiy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio lands a jab.
Partio finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dagestanskiy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Dagestanskiy looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Dagestanskiy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Partio finds it's way round the side to connect with Dagestanskiy's head.
Dagestanskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Dagestanskiy scores with a jab.
Dagestanskiy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Partio throws out a counter right but Dagestanskiy avoids it with no problem.
Partio looks to throw the jab but Dagestanskiy is out of range. #T3#
Dagestanskiy throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dagestanskiy.
Partio swings for the body but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Dagestanskiy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dagestanskiy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Good leg kick by Partio.
Dagestanskiy checks a leg kick nicely.
Dagestanskiy misses with a right hand
enabling Partio to counter with a crisp jab.
A combination from Partio does no damage.
Dagestanskiy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Partio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Dagestanskiy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dagestanskiy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A good leg kick by Partio.
Partio avoids the body shot from Dagestanskiy.
Partio only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T4#
Partio tries to score with a low kick but Dagestanskiy moves his leg out of the way.
Partio lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Dagestanskiy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Partio swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Partio throws a body punch but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Partio misses the shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws a big counter combination but Partio scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Partio attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dagestanskiy is looking to counter punch.
Partio thumps Dagestanskiy with a low kick.
Good work by Dagestanskiy as he checks the leg kick.
Dagestanskiy defending well as Partio loads up on a big left hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Partio.
Partio misses with a hook.
Partio moves into range and connects with a jab.
Partio slips a straight right by Dagestanskiy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Polliisi Partio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Partio 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Polliisi Partio!
After the fight, Polliisi Partio was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: Syn 693 Warror vs Partio
Date: Jun 19, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A big left from Partio misses.
Warror throws a sloppy head kick and Partio moves out of range easily.
Warror tries to land a leg kick but Partio saw it coming and moves away.
Partio with a nice cross.
Warror feints a jab promting Partio to slip. Warror then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Partio slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Partio checks the leg kick.
Partio moves out of range as Warror throws a body kick.
Warror throws a leg kick
and Partio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Partio checks a leg kick.
Warror lands with a thumping leg kick.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Partio throws a jab when Warror was well out of range.
Warror throws a leg kick but Partio sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Warror misses with a head kick.
A nice side step and Partio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Partio tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Warror checks a leg kick nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A jab lands there for Warror.
Warror looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Warror displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
Warror takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Warror fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Partio is out of range. #T1#
Partio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Partio looks to throw the jab but Warror is out of range.
Warror changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio throws the left hand but Warror avoids the punch easily.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio avoids a kick to the body.
Partio ducks right into an uppercut from Warror.
Warror fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio throws a hook to the side of Warror's head but Warror sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio takes one on the button.
Warror tries to move into range but Partio moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Warror has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Partio finds it's way round the side to connect with Warror's head.
Warror uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Partio.
A slow jab from Partio misses its intended target.
Partio misses with a hook
and Warror counters with a body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Warror shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Partio tries to bum rush Warror with a series of wild strikes but Warror uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Partio feints a jab promting Warror to slip. Partio then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Warror slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#T2#
Partio cracks Warror with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Partio swinging wildly here.
Warror takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Warror motions for Partio to come forward. Warror throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Partio takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Warror misses with a low kick.
An inside leg kick from Warror misses.
Partio lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Warror swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Partio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Warror moves away.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
Partio avoids a kick to the body.
Partio now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nice defenses there by Warror.
Warror lands with a straight right. Partio didn't see that one coming.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Partio pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Warror back to the cage. Partio follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Partio looks to throw a body kick
letting Warror counter with a right hand.
Warror looks for the body kick but Partio saw that one coming.
Partio thinks about the counter body kick.
Nice shot lands for Partio.
Warror lands a really nice looking cross but Partio seems unphased.
Partio stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Warror.
Warror tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Partio throws a shot from downtown. Warror moves away and avoids it.
Warror on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Warror throws a wild body kick that Partio sees coming a mile off.
Good shot there by Partio.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Warror is looking to slow Partio down with leg kicks.
Warror takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Warror misses the shot to the body.
Partio throws a push kick but Warror slaps the foot to one side.
Warror is looking to counter with head kicks.
A low kick lands for Partio.
A slow jab from Warror misses its intended target.
Partio connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Warror momentarily. #T4#
Warror throws a head kick but Partio moves out of range.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Warror was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Warror takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Partio avoids a kick to the body.
Warror takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Partio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Warror.
Warror connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Warror feints and then cracks Partio's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Partio down.
Warror swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Partio throws a body punch but Warror moves out of range.
Warror throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A swing and a miss from Warror.
Partio raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Partio moves out of range of the body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio misses with a straight right.
Warror missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Partio takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Warror throws a low kick but it's checked well by Partio.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Partio avoids the body shot from Warror.
Partio is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Warror with a body shot.
Warror moves out of range of the strikes.
Warror thinks about countering with a body kick.
Warror rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Partio counters with a nice uppercut.
A jab from Warror does it's job there.
Warror misses with a body kick.
Warror is looking to land body kicks.
Nice jab there from Partio.
Partio scores with a decent looking hook.
Warror throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Partio connects with a leg kick.
Partio misses with an uppercut.
A combination from Partio does no damage.
Warror throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Warror.
Partio slips under a jab.
Nice body punch from Partio.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Warror circles away quickly and effectively.
Partio throws a right hand that Warror ducks under and follows up with a left that Warror also avoids with ease.#T1#
Warror throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice shot lands for Partio.
Warror connects with a solid leg kick.
Warror lands a really nice looking cross but Partio seems unphased.
Warror takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Warror throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Warror misses with a low kick.
Partio throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Warror lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Warror missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Partio now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Partio connects with a nice looking jab.
Partio swinging wildly here.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Warror tries to land a body kick
and Partio counters with a nice leg kick.
Warror looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Partio cracks Warror with a good jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Warror buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Warror throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
Partio walks forward, straight into a front kick from Warror.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Warror misses the target.
Partio thumps Warror with a low kick.
Partio connects with a jab.
Warror throws a poor cross that misses
and Partio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Warror is looking to land body kicks.
A countering left hand to the body from Partio misses.
Partio steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Warror. That one must have hurt.
Warror scores with a spinning back kick!
Partio throws a body punch but Warror moves out of range.
Warror lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Warror misses with a wild body shot.
Warror lands a nice hook to Partio's body. Partio takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Partio walks into a left hand.
Warror looks for the body kick but Partio saw that one coming.
Warror slips under a jab.
Warror misses with a body kick.
Partio's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Warror throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T3#
Partio checks a low kick from Warror.
Warror throws a low kick but Partio avoids it.
Partio rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Warror counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Warror connects with a solid leg kick.
Partio looks to land a left hand but Warror moved out of range nicely.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Partio, as that shot connected.
Warror misses with a hook.
A shot to the liver by Partio. Beautiful body shot.
Warror throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nice defenses there by Warror.
Partio swinging wildly here.
Partio scores with a hook to the body. Warror takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Warror pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Warror takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Partio misses with an attempted mid kick. #T4#
Partio blocks a jab.
Partio throws a counter combo.
Warror moves out of range as Partio strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Partio slips a jab from Warror.
Partio is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Warror with a body shot.
Warror looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A leg kick checked by Partio.
Warror dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Partio. That did some damage!
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Warror.
Partio lands a head shot.
Partio tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Warror checks a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Warror.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Partio - that will leave a mark!
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio tries to work over Warror's front leg with a kick but Warror checks it.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Warror feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Warror lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Warror thumps Partio with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Partio has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Warror.
Warror fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Both fighters circling a little - Warror finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Partio misses with an uppercut.
Warror misses the jab.
Partio moves out of range of the body kick.
Partio cracks Warror with a right hand to the side of the head.
Warror connects with a leg kick.
Warror tried to score with a low kick but Partio checks it.
Partio throws out a counter right but Warror avoids it with no problem.
Partio has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Warror.
A looping hook to the body misses from Warror. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Warror connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Partio swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Warror with a nice cross.
Warror throws the kick towards the body but Partio avoids it.
Warror turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Partio takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A decent looking cross lands there for Partio.
A solid leg kick lands there for Warror. #T1#
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Warror throws a series of punches but Partio avoids them all with ease.
Warror shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Partio scores with a body shot.
Warror slips a jab from Partio.
Warror swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Partio counters with a straight right hand.
Warror fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Partio.
Warror fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Partio checks it well.
Some bone on bone action there as Warror checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Partio lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Warror takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Warror swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Partio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Partio tries to land a front kick but Warror steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Partio fails to land with a series of punches.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Warror.
Warror uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Paul Warror has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Warror throws a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio throws a lazy right hand but Warror sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Warror lands a nice shot that snaps Partio's head back.
Partio moves out of range of the body kick.
Warror with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Warror drops his hands momentarily and Partio takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Partio throws a chopping leg kick but Warror manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A counter left hand to the body from Warror misses its target.
Partio throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Partio lands the left hand.
Warror throws a series of punches but Partio moves out of range.
Partio moves out of range of the body kick from Warror.
Partio swings for the body but Warror moves out of range.
Warror misses with a low kick.
Warror tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Partio is able to avoid easily.
Warror throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio throws out a counter right but Warror avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Partio with a hook.
Partio fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Warror.
Partio blocks the body kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Partio! But no joy.
Partio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Partio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Partio checks a leg kick.
Partio lands a really nice looking cross but Warror seems unphased.
Partio is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Warror ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Warror tries to land a leg kick but Partio saw it coming and moves away.
Partio lands with a hook. Warror tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Warror throws a chopping leg kick but Partio manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Warror throws a body kick that misses.
Partio throws a nice outside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A decent looking cross lands there for Partio.
Warror misses with a head kick. #T4#
Warror uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Partio.
Partio throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Warror.
Warror with a hook.
Warror goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Partio lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Partio checks the leg kick.
Partio connects with the punch.
Jab by Partio.
Warror fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Partio has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Partio checks the leg kick.
Partio goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Warror throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Warror fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Partio is out of range.
Warror pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Partio checks a leg kick.
Warror misses with a low kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Polliisi Partio.
Well Partio 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 William Gold scores the fight 29:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: Syn 689 Gravas vs Partio
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1#
Partio avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Gravas tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Partio is able to avoid easily.
Gravas chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
Gravas throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Gravas takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gravas throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Gravas slips a jab and a cross from Partio.
Gravas waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Gravas scoring well with a low kick there.
Gravas looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Gravas fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Partio swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big left from Gravas misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab by Gravas .
Good exchange - Gravas coming out on top.
A big left from Gravas misses.
Gravas slips a straight right by Partio.
Gravas misses with a straight right. #T1#
Partio throws a body punch but Gravas moves out of range.
Gravas tried to counter with a leg kick but Partio avoided it.
Gravas throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Gravas misses with a straight right.
Partio misses with a straight right.
A slapping leg kick lands for Partio.
Gravas tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Gravas .
A combination from Partio does no damage.
Latka Gravas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gravas lands with a thumping leg kick.
Gravas throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Gravas chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Partio moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Gravas is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Partio takes one to the chin there.
A telegraphed right hand from Gravas misses the target.
Gravas misses with a lunging right hand
and Partio counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheers as Partio lands an impressive looking overhand right. Gravas doesn't seem phased though.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gravas throws a leg kick which misses Partio's front leg but catches the back leg as Partio tries to avoid it.
Partio avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Partio checks the leg kick.
Gravas connects with a leg kick.
Partio avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Gravas scores with a jab. Partio acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Partio throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Gravas 's head.
Partio fails with an attempt to clinch.
Gravas throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gravas throws a body kick that misses.
Gravas swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Partio.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Gravas .
Partio checks the leg kick nicely there.
Partio throws out a counter right but Gravas avoids it with no problem.
Partio has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gravas .
Gravas blocks a head kick by Partio.
Gravas dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Partio. That did some damage!#T3#
Gravas is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Gravas loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Partio now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Gravas avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Gravas throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Gravas connects with a leg kick.
Partio with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Gravas to score with a decent uppercut.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Partio checks the leg kick nicely there.
Partio slips a jab from Gravas .
A swing and a miss from Gravas .
A nice side step and Partio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Gravas misses the jab.
Gravas looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gravas lands with a kick to the ribs.
Partio takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Gravas throws a leg kick but Partio sees it coming and moves out of range.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gravas . #T4#
Gravas throws a nice outside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gravas lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Gravas throws a leg kick that is checked
and Partio counters with a straight right hand.
A head kick misses from Partio.
Gravas is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Gravas throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio scores with a leg kick.
Gravas scores with a kick to the midsection.
Partio moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Partio defending well as Gravas loads up on a big left hand.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gravas scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Partio takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A low kick lands for Gravas .
Partio walks into a jab.
Gravas tries to land a body kick
and Partio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gravas throws out a leg kick but Partio moves out of range and Gravas only half commits.
Partio throws out a counter right but Gravas avoids it with no problem.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Latka Gravas dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Gravas misses the shot to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gravas .
Gravas lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jab from Gravas .
Gravas fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Partio has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A big right from Gravas misses.
Gravas looks to land a body kick but Partio moved away.
Gravas buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gravas misses the shot to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Gravas .
Gravas misses with a kick to the body
and Partio counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gravas throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Gravas throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Partio pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Partio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Gravas fires out a quick counter leg kick but Partio just manages to avoid it.
Gravas lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T1#
Partio stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gravas .
Gravas is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Partio can do to turn this around?
Partio punishes Gravas 's body with a nice straight punch.
Partio with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Gravas lands a really nice looking cross but Partio seems unphased.
A low kick from Gravas is predictable there
and Partio counters with a nice uppercut.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gravas .
A low kick from Gravas is predictable there
and Partio finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Jab from Partio.
The crowd cheers as Gravas lands an impressive looking overhand right. Partio doesn't seem phased though.
A lazy left from Gravas finds it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio misses with a series of wild punches.
Partio slips under a jab from Gravas .
Partio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gravas fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Partio tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Gravas looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Partio checks a low kick from Gravas .
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Gravas was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Partio.
A head kick misses from Partio.
A low kick lands for Gravas .
A jab lands there for Partio.
Partio moves out of range as Gravas strikes.
Gravas lands with a hook. Partio tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Gravas scores with a hook.
Gravas scores with a hook.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Gravas .
Partio's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Gravas avoids the body shot from Partio.
Partio has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Gravas throws the kick towards the body but Partio avoids it.
Gravas waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Partio! But no joy.#T3#
Gravas slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A jab from Gravas does it's job there.
Gravas defending well as Partio loads up on a big left hand.
Gravas uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Partio.
A quick step to the side and Gravas tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gravas .
Latka Gravas is winning the standup battle so far.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Partio takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Gravas waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Partio gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gravas .
Partio thumps Gravas with a low kick.
The fighters circling - Gravas throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio slips under a jab.
The crowd cheers as Gravas lands an impressive looking overhand right. Partio doesn't seem phased though.
A lazy left from Gravas finds it's target.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio misses with an uppercut. Gravas saw that one coming.
Gravas thows a leg kick but Partio checks it
and Partio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gravas .
Gravas misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Partio throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Gravas will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Gravas throws a shot to the body.
Partio tries to move into range but Gravas moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Gravas jabs Partio right on the nose. Partio blinks but takes it well.
A shot to the liver by Gravas . Beautiful body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gravas connects with an inside leg kick.
Gravas swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio moves out of range as Gravas throws a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Latka Gravas dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Gravas ducks down to avoid it.
Partio throws a series of punches but Gravas avoids them all with ease.
A good leg kick by Gravas .
Gravas moves out of range of the leg kick from Partio.
Gravas chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Gravas bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A low kick from Gravas misses
and Partio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gravas fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Gravas lands with a straight right. Partio didn't see that one coming.
Gravas throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio connects with a single shot there.
Gravas with a nice calf kick.
Gravas throws a quick inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gravas throws a leg kick but Partio sees it coming and moves out of range.
Gravas throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Partio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gravas looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Gravas scores with a jab to the head.
Partio is looking to clinch.
Gravas fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Partio checks it well.
Gravas throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Partio takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sloppy strikes from Partio. Those never looked like landing.
Gravas connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Partio momentarily.
Partio tries to bum rush Gravas with a series of wild strikes but Gravas uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Partio takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gravas throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Partio shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Gravas tries to land a leg kick but Partio saw it coming and moves away.
Partio throws out a counter right but Gravas avoids it with no problem.
Gravas with a hook.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Partio might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Gravas has got the better of the exchanges.
Gravas just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Gravas misses with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Partio drops his hands momentarily and Gravas takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gravas misses with a low kick.
Partio jabs at Gravas 's body.
Gravas pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Good standup being displayed there by Gravas as he connects with a hook.
A good leg kick by Gravas .
Gravas throws a leg kick which misses Partio's front leg but catches the back leg as Partio tries to avoid it.
Gravas scores with a sloppy right hand. Partio should have avoided that one.
Partio throws a series of punches but Gravas moves out of range.
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gravas connects with an inside leg kick.#T3#
Gravas attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Gravas is just out of range.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Gravas off balance momentarily.
Gravas lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio defending well as Gravas loads up on a big left hand.
Partio doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gravas ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
Partio lands a jab.
Gravas misses with a low kick.
Gravas chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Partio throws the kick towards the body but Gravas avoids it.#T4#
Gravas moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Gravas throws out a leg kick but Partio moves out of range and Gravas only half commits.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gravas .
Gravas backing away here, and Partio unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Gravas lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gravas throws a low kick but Partio moves out of range easily.
Gravas throws a big shot that misses.
Gravas thumps Partio with a low kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Partio.
Gravas feints and then cracks Partio's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Partio down.
A telegraphed right hand from Gravas misses the target.
Partio misses the jab.
A lazy left from Gravas finds it's target.
Gravas thumps Partio with a low kick.
Partio scores with the left hand. Gravas knows he should have avoided that one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Latka Gravas clearly takes that round.
That's time! Gravas 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Gravas getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gravas takes one to the chin there.
Gravas throws a leg kick that misses.
Gravas turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Partio gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Gravas throws a big shot that misses.
Partio throws a half hearted mid kick.
Gravas is looking to score with low kicks.
Gravas fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Partio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Gravas 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 Partio has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Partio and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Gravas throws a quick inside leg kick.
Partio throws a left and a right that both miss
and Gravas counters with a low kick, right behind Partio 's knee.
Partio with a nice calf kick.
Gravas lands a nice looking kick to the body. Partio takes a step back to recover. #T1#
Gravas throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Partio throws out a counter right but Gravas avoids it with no problem.
Gravas fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Gravas cracks Partio with an open hand slap.
Partio gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Gravas throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
Partio throws a hook but Gravas blocks it.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gravas .
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gravas attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Gravas stuns Partio with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Partio looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Gravas delivers a nice body kick.
Partio checks a leg kick.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gravas with a nice cross.
Gravas misses with a jab to the body
and Partio counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Partio shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A leg kick checked by Gravas .
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gravas fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Partio.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gravas .
Gravas misses with a kick to the body
and Partio counters with a nice uppercut.
Gravas uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Gravas throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio lands a jab to Gravas 's midsection.
Gravas throws a low kick but Partio avoids it.
Gravas misses with a looping right.
Gravas thumps Partio with a low kick.
Gravas throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gravas throws a low kick but Partio moves out of range easily.
Gravas throws the kick towards the body but Partio avoids it.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Gravas .
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gravas throws out the jab.
A jab from Gravas misses.
Gravas scores with a hook to the body. Partio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Gravas 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.
Partio defending well as Gravas loads up on a big left hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Gravas misses the target.
Partio follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
Partio avoids the body shot from Gravas .
Gravas drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Gravas misses with an uppercut.
Gravas connects with an inside leg kick.
Gravas lands a glancing blow to the side of Partio's head.
Gravas swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Gravas thows a leg kick but Partio checks it
and Gravas takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A nice leg kick from Gravas , right into the meat of the thigh.
A head kick misses from Partio.
Gravas fires out a quick counter leg kick but Partio just manages to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gravas throws a good cross that connects.
Partio fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Gravas checks it well.
Partio lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Partio checks a leg kick.
Gravas cracks Partio with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Gravas misses with a hook
and Partio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A low kick from Gravas is predictable there
and Partio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Partio tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Gravas is able to avoid easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gravas .
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Latka Gravas had his way with Polliisi Partio in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R5#
Gravas attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Gravas pushes Partio away with a front kick.
Good leg kick by Gravas .
Gravas takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Gravas takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Nice jab there from Gravas .
A head kick misses from Partio.
Gravas uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Partio.
Partio checks the leg kick nicely there.
Partio blocks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The fighters circling - Gravas throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A nice leg kick from Gravas , right into the meat of the thigh.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gravas . #T1#
Gravas throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Gravas catches Partio with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Gravas throws a low kick but Partio avoids it.
A big left from Gravas misses.
Gravas keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Partio.
Gravas throws a body shot but no joy.
Gravas tries to work over Partio's front leg with a kick but Partio checks it.
Gravas misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
Gravas connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gravas misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Gravas attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gravas .
Partio cracks Gravas with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gravas . Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Latka Gravas is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Gravas throws a nice outside leg kick.
Gravas looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Partio let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nice jab there from Gravas .
Partio connects with a leg kick.
Gravas fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Partio looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio swings for the body but Gravas moves out of range.
Partio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The fighters circling - Gravas throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gravas .
Gravas scores with a hook to the body. Partio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Partio swings for the body but Gravas moves out of range.
It looked like Gravas wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gravas throws a body kick that misses.
Partio flicks out a counter leg kick but Gravas steps away.
Partio fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Gravas is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Gravas misses the target.
Gravas throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Partio stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T3#
Gravas connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Nice straight punches there by Gravas . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gravas .
Gravas with the inside leg kick.
Partio stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gravas .
Gravas jabs at Partio's body.
Partio steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Gravas . That one must have hurt.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gravas throws out the jab.
Partio looks to land a left hand but Gravas moved out of range nicely.
Gravas throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gravas .
Partio misses with a series of wild punches.
Partio gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T4#
Gravas lands a lovely overhand right.
Gravas avoids the head kick by Partio.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
That kick from Gravas tenderised Partio's leg. Partio is trying to keep his angry face on.
Partio throws a hook to the side of Gravas 's head but Gravas sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gravas cracks a nice hook into Partio's ribs.
Gravas throws a nice inside leg kick.
Partio swings widly with a right hand
and Gravas counters with a thumping low kick.
Gravas digs a good body shot into Partio's ribs.
Gravas uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Gravas misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Partio lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Gravas explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Gravas moves forwards but Partio connects with a nice, crisp jab.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 50:45
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 50:45
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 50:45

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

Event: Syn 684 Shamrock vs Point
Date: May 03, 2020

#R1#
Garibaldi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Garibaldi moves out of range of the body kick.
Garibaldi is looking to counter the offense by Partio and move into the clinch.
Partio cracks Garibaldi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Crunch! Partio slams his shin into Garibaldi's torso.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Partio lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Partio looks for the body kick but Garibaldi saw that one coming.
Partio lands a lovely overhand right.
A slow jab from Partio misses its intended target.
Garibaldi throws a quick counter head kick but Partio was just out of range.
Garibaldi loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Jab by Partio.
Garibaldi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Partio manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Partio wants to slow Garibaldi down by chopping away at his legs.
Garibaldi appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Garibaldi takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Garibaldi plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T1#
Garibaldi moves out of range of the leg kick from Partio.
Partio blocks a head kick by Garibaldi. #CL#
Garibaldi has Partio up against the cage in a clinch.
Partio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Garibaldi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Partio blocking some punches.
Garibaldi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Partio blocking some punches.
Garibaldi blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Partio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A combination from Partio does no damage.
Partio throws a front kick that sends Garibaldi stumbling back into the cage.
Partio listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Partio tries to land a leg kick but Garibaldi saw it coming and moves away.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Garibaldi.
Garibaldi is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Partio scores with a jab.
Garibaldi shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Partio looks for the body kick but Garibaldi saw that one coming.
Garibaldi misses with a head kick.
Partio throws the kick towards the body but Garibaldi avoids it.
Garibaldi thinks about countering with a head kick.
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Garibaldi off balance momentarily.#CL#
Garibaldi rushes Partio and presses him up against the cage.
Garibaldi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Garibaldi lands a shoulder strike.
Partio lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Garibaldi backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Garibaldi.
Garibaldi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Partio lands a left hand. #T3#
Partio lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Garibaldi scores with a shoulder strike.
Partio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Partio. #BC2#
Partio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Partio misses with a kick to the body.
Garibaldi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Partio just manages to avoid it.
Partio looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Partio throws a jab when Garibaldi was well out of range.
Garibaldi throws a counter high kick but Partio was just alert enough to avoid it.
Partio looks to land a left hand but Garibaldi moved out of range nicely.
Partio throws a nice outside leg kick.
Garibaldi moves out of range as Partio strikes.
Partio slips under a jab.
Garibaldi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Partio.
Garibaldi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Partio on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Garibaldi on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio looks to throw the jab but Garibaldi is out of range.
Garibaldi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Partio just manages to avoid it.
Garibaldi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Partio swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It seemed like Partio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Good work by Garibaldi as he checks the leg kick.
As Partio backs away, Garibaldi returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Garibaldi takes one to the chin there.
Partio dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Garibaldi. That did some damage!
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
Partio works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Partio moves into range and connects with a jab.
Partio looks for the body kick but Garibaldi saw that one coming.
Garibaldi half committed to a counter leg kick.
Partio throws a lazy uppercut
and Garibaldi counters with a low kick, right behind Partio 's knee.
Partio throws a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Garibaldi on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Partio looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Partio slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Partio connects with a single shot there.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Partio lets loose with a powerful body kick. Garibaldi will feel that in the morning.
A head kick by Partio misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Garibaldi staying out of range there.
Partio lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Garibaldi crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Partio - the referee stops the clock and Garibaldi gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Partio. Garibaldi manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Partio cracks Garibaldi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Partio has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Garibaldi is just out of range.
Partio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Partio misses with a body kick.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Partio throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Garibaldi counters with a stiff right hand.
Partio looks to land a left hand but Garibaldi moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Garibaldi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Garibaldi wants to clinch.
Garibaldi pivots, looking for a leg kick but Partio is out of range and Garibaldi settles back down.
Partio connects with a good right hand that stumbles Garibaldi. Garibaldi circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Partio cracks the inside of Garibaldi's front leg.
Partio looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Garibaldi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Partio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Garibaldi looks to land a left hand but Partio moved out of range nicely.
Partio walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Garibaldi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Partio throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Garibaldi on the side of the head. #T2#
Garibaldi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
Garibaldi throws a nice outside leg kick.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Garibaldi.
Partio lands a head kick!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Garibaldi moves out of range of the strikes.
Partio throws a nice inside leg kick.
Partio throws a push kick but Garibaldi slaps the foot to one side.
Garibaldi appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Partio scores with a nice head shot.
Partio smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Garibaldi throws a sloppy head kick and Partio moves out of range easily.
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Garibaldi off balance momentarily.
Garibaldi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T3#
Garibaldi avoids the head kick by Partio.
Partio lands with a hook. Garibaldi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Partio dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Garibaldi. That did some damage!
Partio uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Garibaldi has time to react.
Partio closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Garibaldi lands with a straight right. Partio didn't see that one coming.
Partio throws a leg kick that is checked
and Garibaldi counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Garibaldi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
The fight stays on the outside here - Garibaldi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Partio feints a counter leg kick.
Garibaldi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Garibaldi manages to avoid it.
A right-left combo lands from Partio.
Partio circles away from the clinch attempt.
Partio lands a really nice looking cross but Garibaldi seems unphased.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Garibaldi.
Garibaldi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nice jab there from Garibaldi.
Garibaldi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Partio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Garibaldi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Partio steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Garibaldi lands with a cross.
Partio scores with a decent looking hook.
A shot to the liver by Partio. Beautiful body shot.
Garibaldi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Garibaldi connects with a high kick.
Partio lands with a hook. Garibaldi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Partio misses with a head kick.
Nice body punch from Partio.
Partio misses with a low kick.
Garibaldi looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Partio looks to land a combination but Garibaldi avoids it well.
Garibaldi slips under a jab from Partio.
Garibaldi throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio misses with a looping left.
As Partio tries to get set, Garibaldi tries to push him back and clinch up but Partio manages to avoid the attempt.
Partio thows a leg kick but Garibaldi checks it
and Garibaldi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice cross by Partio.
Partio is looking to score with low kicks.
Partio thuds his right hand into Garibaldi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T1#
Partio throws a low kick but Garibaldi moves out of range easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Garibaldi misses the target.
Partio throws a hook but Garibaldi blocks it.
Partio is looking to chop away at Garibaldi's legs.
Garibaldi is looking to counter with head kicks.
Partio throws a body punch but Garibaldi moves out of range.
Partio throws a leg kick which misses Garibaldi's front leg but catches the back leg as Garibaldi tries to avoid it.
An inside leg kick lands from Partio.
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
A quick step to the side and Garibaldi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio is looking to chop away at Garibaldi's legs.
As Partio tries to get set, Garibaldi tries to push him back and clinch up but Partio manages to avoid the attempt.
Partio misses with an uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Partio dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Garibaldi. That did some damage!
Partio scores with a hook.
Partio misses with a two punch combination.
Garibaldi is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Partio.
Michael Garibaldi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Garibaldi sizes up Partio with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Garibaldi seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Garibaldi avoids a kick to the body.
As Partio backs away, Garibaldi returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Garibaldi.
A solid body kick from Partio.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio misses with a looping right.
Partio looks to land a body kick but Garibaldi moved away.
Garibaldi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Partio just manages to avoid it.
Garibaldi throws a low kick but it's checked well by Partio.
Partio throws a shot from downtown. Garibaldi moves away and avoids it.
Garibaldi moves out of range of the leg kick from Partio.
Partio darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Garibaldi takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T3#
Sloppy strikes from Partio. Those never looked like landing.
Garibaldi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Partio just manages to avoid it.
Garibaldi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Partio throws a body kick that misses.
Partio checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Garibaldi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Partio just manages to avoid it.
Partio throws an off balance right hand
and Garibaldi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Garibaldi.
Garibaldi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Partio.
Partio fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Garibaldi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#KD#
Garibaldi lands a big head kick that sends Partio tumbling to the mat! Garibaldi takes a step backwards and waves Partio back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Partio is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio looks to land a left hand but Garibaldi moved out of range nicely.
Partio's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T4#
Partio pushes Garibaldi away with a front kick.
Garibaldi walks into a left hand.
Partio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A cross from Partio lands.
Partio throws a shot from downtown. Garibaldi moves away and avoids it.
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Partio works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Partio throws a half hearted mid kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Garibaldi checks a leg kick.
Partio sizes up Garibaldi with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Syn 678 Toivonen vs Martynov
Date: Mar 28, 2020

#R1#
Partio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Spinks moves out of range as Partio throws a body kick.
Spinks throws a nice inside leg kick.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Spinks 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.
A slow jab from Spinks misses its intended target.
Spinks loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Partio misses with a hook. Spinks ducked under it nicely.
Spinks on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Partio blocks a head kick by Spinks.
Partio tries to counter by clinching up but Spinks breaks away and moves out of range.
We've been told by Partio's head coaches at FF Forever that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Spinks is looking to land body kicks.
Partio's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Spinks connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Partio scrambles back to his feet.
Spinks misses with a low kick.
Partio connects with a crisp jab.
Partio drops his hands momentarily and Spinks takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Spinks will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Spinks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio lands a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio needs to keep his hands up - Spinks had a free shot at his head there.
Spinks rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Partio moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Spinks takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Spinks throws a front kick that sends Partio stumbling back into the cage.
Partio takes one to the chin there.#T1#
Partio swings for the body but Spinks moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Spinks! But no joy.
Spinks throws a low kick but Partio avoids it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Spinks.
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
Spinks lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Partio punishes Spinks's body with a nice straight punch.
Spinks misses with a looping left.
Spinks chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
Partio tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Partio takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Spinks misses with a straight right.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Spinks scores with a nice head shot.
Spinks looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Donk. Partio catches Spinks right on the button with a cross.
Jackson Spinks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Partio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio swings for the body but Spinks moves out of range.
Spinks connects with a good right hand that stumbles Partio. Partio circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Spinks tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Partio is able to avoid easily.
Spinks moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2#
Spinks misses with a few strikes there.
Partio walks into a jab.
Partio walks into a stiff left hand from Spinks.
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Partio throws a head kick but Spinks moves out of range.
Spinks misses with a looping right.
An inside leg kick from Spinks misses.
Spinks misses with a straight right.
Spinks misses with a leg kick.
Partio tries to move into range but Spinks moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Partio scores with a decent looking hook.
Partio cracks Spinks with a right hand to the side of the head.
Spinks is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Partio had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Partio keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Spinks goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Spinks takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Spinks throws a low kick, looking for Partio's leg but Partio calmly moves out of range.
Spinks connects with a leg kick. Partio looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Spinks is just out of range.
Partio scores with a body shot. #T3#
Spinks throws the left hand but Partio avoids the punch easily.
Spinks throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio's corner calls for a 1-2. Partio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Spinks takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Spinks attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Spinks takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Partio slips a straight right by Spinks.
A combination from Spinks does no damage.
A left lands for Spinks.
Partio throws a hook but Spinks avoids it easily.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD2#
Spinks drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Partio is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Partio preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Partio wants to sweep but no luck. #T4##SUB#
Partio is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Spinks frees his head nicely. Oh but Partio has switched to an armbar! Spinks is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: CEC 694
Date: Feb 15, 2020

#R1#
Partio turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Humbert scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL2#
Partio moves into the clinch.
Humbert tries to circle away but Partio has him pinned against the cage.
Partio tries a body shot but Humbert blocks it.
Humbert blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Humbert breaks the clinch.
Donk. Partio catches Humbert right on the button with a cross.
Humbert takes one to the chin there.
Humbert waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Humbert misses with a jab, cross combination.
Partio feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Humberts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Partio scores with a nice strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio slips under a jab from Humbert.
Humbert throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio throws a nice inside leg kick.
Partio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Partio getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Partio lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Partio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1#
Humbert misses the body punch
and Partio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Humbert stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
Partio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A swing and a miss from Humbert.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fighters circling - Humbert throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Humbert takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice straight punches there by Partio. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Partio.
Humbert looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Partio throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Partio connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Humbert momentarily.
Partio fails with an attempt to clinch.
Partio scores with a nice right hand.
Partio is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Humbert had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Partio lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A left lands for Humbert.
Partio misses with a kick to the body.
Partio throws a leg kick which misses Humbert's front leg but catches the back leg as Humbert tries to avoid it. #T2#
Partio throws a head kick but Humbert moves out of range.
Humbert throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Humbert takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Partio wants to clinch.
Partio drops his hands momentarily and Humbert takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Partio scores with a punch to the head.
Humbert on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Partio. Partio obviously looking to wear him down.
Partio is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Humbert swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Humbert works Partio's body with a nice hook.
Humbert lands with a straight right. Partio didn't see that one coming.
Humbert misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio throws a body kick that misses. #T3#
Partio lands a jab to the nose.
Partio connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Humbert connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Partio momentarily.
Partio lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Humbert swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Humbert. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Partio moves away from the strike by Humbert.
Humbert misses with a hook.
Partio gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A jab lands there for Partio.
Partio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Humbert rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Partio moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Humbert throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Partio takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T4#
Partio tries to clinch but Humbert moves out of range. #CL2#
Partio rushes Humbert and presses him up against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Humbert's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Humbert.
Partio lands a nice uppercut.
Partio lands a left hand.
Partio misses with a punch on the inside.
Partio prevents Humbert from breaking the clinch.
Humbert wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Humbert trying to control the position but instead, Partio has worked for underhooks and has pushed Humbert into the cage.#BC#
Humbert pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Partio looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Humbert is looking to counter punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Humbert on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Partio. Partio obviously looking to wear him down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio 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#
Partio throws a nice looking combination but Humbert bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Partio keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Humbert wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Humbert connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Humbert.
Partio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Humbert's head.
Humbert is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#KD#
Humbert lands a big uppercut and Partio crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Partio looks OK. Humbert waves Partio back to his feet!#ROC#
Partio is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Humbert thows a left - swing and a miss!
Partio leaves his chin hanging out and Humbert seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Partio crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Humbert Humbert!
Humbert Humbert spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: CEC 691
Date: Jan 25, 2020

#R1#
Partio takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Partio bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rocker's head backwards.
Partio moves out of range as Rocker strikes.
Partio connects with a solid leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Partio.
Rocker lands with a straight right. Partio didn't see that one coming.
Rocker throws a front kick aimed at Partio's knee but Partio avoids it well.
Partio with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rocker lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rocker throws a head kick but Partio moves out of range.
Partio is looking to counter the offense by Rocker and move into the clinch.
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio drops his hands momentarily and Rocker takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Partio takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Rocker displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
A nice side step and Rocker releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Rocker gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rocker lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Rocker is just out of range.
Rocker steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T1#
Rocker misses with a looping left.
Rocker throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rocker throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
Partio appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Rocker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Rocker.
Partio swings for the body but Rocker moves out of range. #TD2#
Rocker closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Partio's guard.#SUB#
Partio throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rocker trying to control but Partio is working from the bottom.
Partio is trying to control the position but Rocker postures up.
Rocker missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rocker is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rocker working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T2##SUB#
Partio working for a triangle but Rocker defends it easily.
Rocker looking to pass the guard.
Partio avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Rocker working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Partio has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Rocker should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Partio has tightened it up now! Rocker 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 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: CEC Christmas
Date: Dec 25, 2019

#R1#
Partio throws a sloppy head kick and Andreev moves out of range easily. #CL#
Partio gets a clinch. #TD2#
Andreev has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Partio clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Andreev lands strikes to the head.
You can see the frustration on Partio's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Andreev lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Andreev.
Andreev is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Andreev gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Andreev gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Andreev apologises and we restart here on the feet.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Andreev 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andreev scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Partio darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Partio has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gangsterdamage in the buildup to the fight.#TD2#
Andreev darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Partio manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Andreev keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Partio misses with some punches.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Partio prevents a body shot from Andreev. #T1#
Partio working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Partio.
Partio misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Partio.
Andreev goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andreev misses with a punch to the body.
Andreev swings wildly with an uppercut but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Partio takes a shot to the head.
Andreev working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Partio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andreev.
Partio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Andreev backwards.
Andreev blocks a body shot from Partio.
Andreev can't find room to land a body shot as Partio controls the action.
Partio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andreev blocks a body shot from Partio.
Partio lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T2#
Andreev prevents a body shot from Partio.
Partio misses with a body punch.
Partio struggles to land a body shot inside as Andreev controls his hands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andreev is pushing Partio up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Andreev lands with a short shot to the head.
Andreev tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Partio's elbow.
Andreev fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Andreev. #TD2#
Andreev turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Andreev manages to end up in side control.
Andreev trying to control the action but Partio is working from the bottom.
Partio is trying to get back to half guard.
Andreev working the body and head with strikes.
Andreev in side control lands a decent elbow. #T3#
Andreev scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Partio to see if he's OK.
Andreev working the head and body with strikes.
Partio is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Andreev works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Andreev working away.
Partio is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Andreev is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Andreev scores with punches from side control.
Andreev grinds an elbow into Partio's temple.
Andreev connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Partio some visible discomfort.
Partio is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Andreev is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Partio looks calm but he's in trouble here. Andreev gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Partio is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Andreev lets go of the hold and Partio can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Alexey Andreev!
In his post fight interview, Alexey Andreev started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: CEC 684
Date: Nov 23, 2019

#R1#
Glass 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.
Glass throws a body shot but no joy.
Glass on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Glass swings widly with a right hand
and Partio counters with a straight right hand.
Partio lands a jab to Glass's midsection.
Glass avoids the body shot from Partio.
Glass is looking to score with low kicks.
A telegraphed right hand from Glass misses the target.
Glass throws a solid leg kick but Partio takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Glass.
Partio has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Partio lands with a shot to the body.
Glass lands the left hand.
Glass 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.
Partio lands with a good body shot.
Good exchange - Glass coming out on top.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio throws a big shot that misses.
Jab by Glass.
Nice defenses there by Partio.#CL2#
Partio closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Partio blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Partio tries to pull guard but Glass forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Glass misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Glass missing with knees to the body.
Glass misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
A knee to the head by Glass.
Partio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Glass misses with a hook to the ribs.
Glass landing knees to the body.
Partio throws a punch but it's blocked by Glass.
Partio lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Glass backwards.
Glass tries a body shot but Partio blocks it.
Glass struggles to land a body shot inside as Partio controls his hands.
Glass throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Partio blocks it with crossed arms.
A short uppercut from Partio.
Glass lands a hook to the side of the head.
Partio lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Partio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Glass misses with a double jab.
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Desmond Glass seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Partio. Glass does a little dance to reset his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Glass missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Glass uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Partio.
Glass feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Glass scores with a body shot.
Nice cross by Glass.#T2#
Glass moves out of range as Partio strikes.
Partio moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Glass.
Glass chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Glass stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
Glass throws out a leg kick but Partio moves out of range and Glass only half commits.
Glass is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Partio thumps Glass with a low kick.
A good leg kick by Glass.
Partio lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Partio checks a leg kick.
Partio lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Glass connects with a solid leg kick.
Partio avoids the body shot from Glass.
Partio throws a leg kick but Glass sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Glass displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
Glass swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio slips under a jab from Glass.
Glass steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Partio. That one must have hurt.
A low kick from Glass is predictable there
and Partio counters with a slapping leg kick. #T3#
Glass shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A slow jab from Partio misses its intended target.
Glass appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A good leg kick by Partio.
Glass swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
A looping hook to the body misses from Glass. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Partio tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Glass misses with a body shot.
Partio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Glass moves away.
Glass throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Glass throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Glass.
Glass throws a quick inside leg kick.
Glass blocks a low kick nicely.
Partio is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Glass throws a right and a left that both miss.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Glass misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Partio tried to score with a low kick but Glass checks it.
Glass throws a leg kick that misses. #T4#
Glass moves out of range of the strikes.
Partio slips a jab from Glass.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Glass jabs at Partio's body.
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Glass.
Glass thuds his right hand into Partio's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Partio with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Partio throws a right and a left that Glass avoids nicely.
Glass looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Glass throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio with a nice cross.#CUT2#
It looks like Desmond Glass has been cut.
A jab from Glass misses.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Glass throws a body shot but no joy.
Partio walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Glass checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio takes one on the button.
Partio fails in his attempt to clinch.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
It looked like Glass was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Partio.
Glass throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Desmond Glass's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Glass misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Partio has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Glass finds it's way round the side to connect with Partio's head.
Glass feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Partio's calf.
Glass scores with a shot to the body.
Partio slips a jab and a cross from Glass.
Partio wants to counter with a clinch but Glass pushes him away.
Glass slips a straight right by Partio.
Partio chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Glass can pounce on him.
Glass swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Glass throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Jab from Partio.
Glass fails to land with a series of punches.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Partio connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Glass throws a push kick but Partio slaps the foot to one side.
A punch combination from Glass misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Glass walks forward, straight into a front kick from Partio.
Partio misses with a looping left.
Partio connects with a crisp jab.
Partio moves out of range as Glass strikes.
Partio tries to counter by closing the distance.
Glass tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nice shot lands for Glass.#T1#
Partio slips under a jab.
Desmond Glass is winning the standup battle so far.
A big left from Partio misses.
Partio throws out a loose jab but Glass uses good head movement to avoid it.
Glass walks into a left hand.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Glass.
Glass moves out of range as Partio throws a body kick.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Glass moves out of range of the strikes.
Glass throws a big counter combination but Partio scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Partio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Partio moves out of range as Glass strikes.
Partio scores with a crisp jab that stopped Glass in his tracks.
Partio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Glass.
A nice leg kick lands there from Glass. #CL2#
Partio closes the distance and clinches.
Partio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Partio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Glass throws a knee to the head but misses.
Glass misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Partio. #T2#
Partio tries a body shot but Glass blocks it.
Partio blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Glass throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Partio keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Glass throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Glass throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Glass. That's going to slow Partio down.
Glass thows a left - swing and a miss!
Partio with a jab.
Glass thows a left - swing and a miss!
Partio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Glass looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Glass works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Glass throws a body shot but no joy.
Glass ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice defenses there by Glass.
Partio's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Partio fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Glass.
Glass throws a leg kick which misses Partio's front leg but catches the back leg as Partio tries to avoid it.
Glass connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T3#
Partio connects with a good right hand that stumbles Glass. Glass circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Glass defending well as Partio loads up on a big left hand.
Glass throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio scores with a jab to the body.
Glass is looking to chop away at Partio's legs.
Good exchange - Partio coming out on top.
Glass throws a leg kick but Partio sees it coming and moves out of range.
Partio throws the kick towards the body but Glass avoids it.
Glass throws a poor cross that misses
and Partio counters with an inside leg kick.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Glass scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Glass throws a low kick, looking for Partio's leg but Partio calmly moves out of range.
Glass throws the left hand but Partio avoids the punch easily.
Glass jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Glass throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Partio moves out of range as Glass strikes.
Partio takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Glass moves out of range of the leg kick from Partio.
Partio throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Glass. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Glass finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Partio gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Glass.
Partio blocks a leg kick.#CL2#
Partio rushes Glass and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Glass misses with a punch to the body.
Glass pushes Partio back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Partio fails to land.
Glass has a couple of punches blocked by Partio.
Glass throws a head punch that misses.
Partio swings wildly with an uppercut but Glass uses good head movement to avoid it.
Glass has a couple of punches blocked by Partio.
Glass misses with a hook to the ribs.
Partio on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Partio.
Partio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Partio lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Glass backwards.
Partio tries to pull guard but Glass won't allow it.
Partio misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Desmond Glass's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Glass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Glass slips a jab from Partio.
Glass fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Glass swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Glass looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Partio lunges at Glass with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Glass's hand.
Glass walks into a stiff left hand from Partio.
Glass will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Glass throws the left hand but Partio avoids the punch easily.
Partio thuds his shin into the meat of Glass's side.
Glass on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Glass staying out of range there.
Glass ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Glass takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Partio lands with a good body shot.
Glass throws a front kick aimed at Partio's knee but Partio avoids it well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Glass slips a jab from Partio.
Partio scores with a leg kick.
Partio swinging wildly here. #T1#
Partio falls off balance throwing a combination
and Glass counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Glass swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Glass uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Partio.
Partio throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Partio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Glass lands with an overhand left.
Glass throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Glass ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Partio throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Glass avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Glass scores with a nice right hand.
Glass keeps the fight on the outside.
Glass is looking to score with low kicks.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Glass's head backwards.
Glass scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Partio misses with a wild combination. #T2#
Partio throws a leg kick but Glass sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Glasss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Partio's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Glass connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Partio scrambles back to his feet.
Partio connects with a crisp jab.
Glass swats away the attempt to clinch by Partio.
Partio lands with a thumping leg kick.
Partio takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Glass swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Glass. #CL2#
Partio clinches up with Glass and pushes him back against the cage.
Glass lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Glass.
Partio takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Partio lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Glass lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Glass tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T3#
Partio tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Glass smiles and moves away.
Partio throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Glass counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Glass moves out of range of the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Glass. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Glass misses with a two punch combination.
Partio is looking to score with low kicks.
Partio lands with a shot to the body.
Glass misses with a hook.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Glass.
Partio on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Glass. Glass obviously looking to wear him down.
Glass misses with a low kick as Partio jumps back.
Partio tries to counter by closing the distance.
Glass slips under a jab from Partio.
Glass is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Glass ducks right into an uppercut from Partio.
Glass misses with a hook.
Glass slips a jab from Partio.
Glass paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Glass pivots, looking for a leg kick but Partio is out of range and Glass settles back down. #T4#
Glass slips under a jab from Partio.
Partio takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Glass throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Glass misses with a low kick as Partio jumps back.
Glass looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A slapping leg kick lands for Partio.
Glass takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Glass looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Glass tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Glass.
Glass misses with a leg kick
and Partio counters with a one-two to the body.
Partio connects with a body shot.
Glass ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Glass lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Glass was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Glass on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Partio, right into the meat.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Glass.
Glass throws a nice outside leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Polliisi Partio.
I've got Partio winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
In defeat, Desmond Glass stepped up to the mic, saying 'I have to get with my coaches and manager, and rethink my gameplan going forward. I'll be back.'.

Event: CEC Halloween 2
Date: Oct 31, 2019

#R1#
Sanada misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Partio! But no joy.
Partio defending well as Sanada loads up on a big left hand.
Sanada lands a jab to Partio's midsection.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sanada.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sanada is looking to counter punch.
Sanada throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Sanada misses with a looping left.
Partio throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sanada lands a jab to Partio's midsection.
Sanada fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Partio looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sanada looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanada ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Partio looks to land a right hand but Sanada moved out of range.
Partio lets loose with a powerful body kick. Sanada will feel that in the morning.
Sanada is looking to wear down Partio with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sanada throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio avoids the body shot from Sanada.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Sanada is just out of range.#T1#
Sanada throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sanada throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio throws a hook but Sanada blocks it.
Sanada swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sanada was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
Sanada scores with a sloppy right hand. Partio should have avoided that one.
Partio avoids the body shot from Sanada.
A clash of legs there as Sanada blocks the low kick.
Sanada throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
Partio has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Partio gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sanada with a jab.
Sanada lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sanada.
Partio throws a jab when Sanada was well out of range.
Partio loads up on a big right hand but Sanada slips the punch.#T2#
Sanada throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
A shot to the liver by Sanada. Beautiful body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Sanada ducks down to avoid it.
Sanada is looking to counter punch.
Sanada misses with an uppercut.
Sanada throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sanada.
Sanada lands a jab.
Partio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A jab from Sanada finds it's way through Partio's defenses.
Sanada lands a jab to the nose.
Sanada misses with a jab to the body
and Partio counters with a straight right hand.
Sanada misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
Sanada takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Sanada throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Sanada loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Sanada scores with a sloppy right hand. Partio should have avoided that one.
Sanada swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Sanada. Beautiful body shot.
Sanada ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Partio throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Sanada avoids the head kick by Partio.
Sanada throws a body shot but no joy.
Partio tries a quick counter leg kick but Sanada is wise to it.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sanada.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
Partio gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Sanada.
Masa Sanada seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sanada with a nice cross.
Sanada lands with a shot to the body.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Partio misses with a straight left. #T4#
Sanada lands a lovely overhand right.
Sanada lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Partio at a distance.
Sanada throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sanada ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sanada throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sanada looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Jab from Sanada.
Partio missing with a left hand there. Sanada was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Partio avoids the body shot from Sanada.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice straight punches there by Sanada. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sanada.
Partio is looking to land body kicks.
Sanada misses the shot to the body.
Sanada lands a glancing blow to the side of Partio's head.
Sanada misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sanada ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Partio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Masa Sanada dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Sanada slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Partio takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Good shot there by Sanada.
Sanada stuns Partio with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Masa Sanada is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Sanada does it's job there.
Sanada misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
A slow jab from Partio misses its intended target.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It seemed like Partio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Partio on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Partio throws a head kick but Sanada moves out of range.
Sanada thows a left - swing and a miss!
Partio lands a jab to the nose.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sanada paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sanada throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Sanada swings widly with a right hand
and Partio makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Sanada really felt that one!
Sanada throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Sanada throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sanada takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #KD2#
Partio lands a big head kick that sends Sanada tumbling to the mat! Partio takes a step backwards and waves Sanada back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#
It looks like Masa Sanada has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sanada misses with a looping right.
Sanada swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sanada misses with an uppercut.
Partio throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Partio slips a straight right by Sanada.
Partio misses with a body kick.
Partio throws the kick towards the body but Sanada avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Sanada on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Sanada lands a glancing blow to the side of Partio's head.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sanada throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sanada ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sanada comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sanada throws a body shot but no joy.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Partio might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Sanada has got the better of the exchanges.
Partio looks to throw the jab but Sanada is out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Sanada misses its target.
Sanada dips to his left and cracks Partio with an uppercut!
Sanada scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sanada connects with a crisp jab.
Partio looks to land a left hand but Sanada moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Sanada was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Partio.
Partio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sanada moves away.
Sanada misses with a right hand
and Partio counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sanada thinking.
A big left from Sanada misses.
Partio moves away from the strike by Sanada. #T3#
Sanada loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Partio walks into a left hand.
Sanada throws a body shot but no joy.
Partio lands with an uppercut that bounces Sanada off the cage and back into range.
Sanada misses with a straight right.
Sanada swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sanada backing away here, and Partio unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Sanada thows a left - swing and a miss!
Partio steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Sanada throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sanada is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Partio can do to turn this around?
Partio looks to throw a body kick
enabling Sanada to counter with a crisp jab.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Sanada crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Partio - the referee stops the clock and Sanada gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Partio. Sanada manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Sanada misses with a wild body shot.
Sanada tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanada.
Partio unleashes a big counter combination but Sanada bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sanada checks a leg kick nicely.
Sanada lands with a nice body punch. #T4#
Sanada ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Sanada misses the shot to the body.
Sanada throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Partio avoids the body shot from Sanada.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sanada. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sanada missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Sanada swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Partio counters with a thumping low kick.
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
Sanada looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sanada.
Partio lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Sanada cracks Partio with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sanada misses with a body shot.
Partio takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Masa Sanada dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Masa Sanada's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Partio thuds his shin into the meat of Sanada's side.
Partio throws a body punch but Sanada moves out of range.
Partio blocks a jab.
Sanada is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Sanada misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sanada throws a body shot but no joy.
Sanada misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Nice body punch from Sanada.
Partio throws the left hand but Sanada avoids the punch easily.
Partio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sanada misses with an uppercut
and Partio counters with a solid body kick.
Partio throws a head kick but Sanada moves out of range.
Sanada pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sanada throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Partio steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Sanada misses the target.
Partio is looking for the big counter here.
Partio throws a poor cross that misses
and Sanada counters with a right hand to the body.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sanada thuds a left hand into Partio's body.
Partio throws a big shot that misses.
Sanada defending well as Partio loads up on a big left hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Sanada misses the target.
Partio has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A shot to the liver by Sanada. Beautiful body shot.
Sanada lands the left hand.
Sanada lands a jab to the head.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
Sanada takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sanada.
An inside leg kick from Partio misses.
Sanada swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
Sanada ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sanada was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sanada looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Sanada punishes Partio's body with a nice straight punch.
Partio misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sanada misses with a looping right.
Sanada lands a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Sanada.
As Sanada backs off Partio throws a huge counter combo but Sanada manages to avoid it all.
Sanada throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
Sanada loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Sanada moves out of range of the body kick.
Sanada throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sanada takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Sanada cracks Partio with an open hand slap.#T3#
Partio moves away from the strike by Sanada.
Sanada will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Sanada misses with a wild body shot.
Sanada throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sanada steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Partio.
Decent striking displayed by Sanada there.
Jab, jab by Sanada - just one landing.
Sanada takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sanada.
Partio misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sanada rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Partio counters with an inside leg kick.
Sanada moves out of range as Partio strikes.
Sanada fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Sanada misses the body punch
and Partio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Partio.
A big left from Sanada misses.
Sanada fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Partio looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sanada avoids the head kick by Partio.
Sanada scores with a jab to the jaw.
Sanada throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio is looking for the big counter here.
Sanada swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Sanada throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Partio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sanada avoids a kick to the body.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sanada.
Sanada misses with a wild body shot.
Partio with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sanada to score with a decent uppercut.
Partio connects with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Masa Sanada clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Masa Sanada's cut.
That's time! Sanada's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Sanada misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Sanada dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sanada.
Partio was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Sanada fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A big left from Partio misses.
A jab from Partio does it's job there.
Sanada throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
Sanada swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sanada takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sanada throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Decent striking displayed by Sanada there.
Sanada lands a body shot.
Sanada uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Sanada looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range. #T1#
A head kick misses from Partio.
Sanada blocks a head kick by Partio.
Sanada throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sanada throws a right hand that misses
and Partio counters with a straight right hand.
Partio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sanada connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sanada throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sanada misses the jab.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Partio 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 Sanada has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sanada and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sanada was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sanada's corner calls for a 1-2. Sanada obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Sanada ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
A jab lands there for Sanada.
Sanada throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sanada. #T2#
Sanada tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanada.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio cracks Sanada with an open hand slap.
Sanada cracks a nice hook into Partio's ribs.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sanada.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sanada.
Partio wants to slow Sanada down by chopping away at his legs.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Sanada is just out of range.
A big right from Sanada misses.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sanada scores with a decent looking hook.#T3#
Partio moves out of range as Sanada strikes.
Sanada avoids the head kick by Partio.
It looked like Sanada wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sanada lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sanada misses with a body punch
and Partio counters with a stiff right hand.
Partio tries to land a leg kick but Sanada saw it coming and moves away.
Sanada throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Sanada moves out of range of the strikes.
Sanada connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Partio doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Partio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Sanada.
A swing and a miss from Sanada.
As Sanada backs off Partio throws a huge counter combo but Sanada manages to avoid it all.
Sanada scores with the left hand. Partio knows he should have avoided that one.
Sanada misses with a straight right.
Partio pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T4#
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sanada.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sanada blocks a jab.
Partio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sanada.
Sanada getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sanada throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sanada throws a shot to the body.
Sanada just misses with a punch to the body.
Sanada swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Partio throws out a counter right but Sanada avoids it with no problem.
Sanada displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
It looked like Sanada wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sanada uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sanada throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Sanada misses with a hook.
Partio thinks about the counter body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Masa Sanada had his way with Polliisi Partio in that round.
The cut man is working on Masa Sanada's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sanada.
Partio takes one to the side of the head.
Sanada throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Partio thinks about the counter body kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Partio darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A slow jab from Sanada misses its intended target.
Sanada jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Partio walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sanada throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
Sanada tries to move into range but Partio moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sanada throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Partio steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the body from Sanada misses
and Partio counters with a stiff right hand.
Partio avoids the body shot from Sanada.
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
A quick step to the side and Sanada tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T1#
Partio missing with a left hand there. Sanada was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sanada swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sanada throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jab by Sanada.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Sanada.
Partio misses with a looping right.
Sanada swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sanada throws a shot to the body.
Sanada scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
Partio throws out a counter right but Sanada avoids it with no problem.
Sanada scores with a decent looking hook.
Sanada misses with a body shot.
Sanada backing away here, and Partio unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Sanada connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Partio swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Partio drops his hands momentarily and Sanada takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Partio listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sanada looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Partio replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Sanada blocks it well.
A left lands for Sanada.
Sanada throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sanada connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sanada just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio scores with a leg kick.
Partio misses the jab.
Partio's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sanada connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Partio scrambles back to his feet.
Sanada connects with a single shot there.
Sanada swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Partio.#T3#
Sanada throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Partio on the side of the head.
Sanada keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sanada takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Sanada lands with an overhand left.
Partio's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sanada connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Partio scrambles back to his feet.
Sanada on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Masa Sanada is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Partio drops his hands momentarily and Sanada takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Sanada misses the target.
Sanada moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromPartio.
Partio takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sanada throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Partio stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sanada looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sanada looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
The fighters circling - Sanada throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Sanada is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Partio raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
A big left from Sanada misses.
Partio appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sanada waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sanada.
Sanada throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio is trying to counter with his kicks.
Sanada lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sanada throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Partio lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sanada takes a step back to recover.
Sanada throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
A jab from Sanada finds it's way through Partio's defenses.
Sanada misses with a shot to the body
and Partio counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC2#
Sanada is rocked!
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Oh Sanada is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Partio throws a front kick aimed at Sanada's knee but Sanada avoids it well.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 50:45
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 50:45
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Masa Sanada!
Masa Sanada retains his welterweight title!
Masa Sanada managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Conviction, into his post fight interview.

Event: CEC INVASION
Date: Sep 30, 2019

#R1#
Alexius throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
Alexius fails with a takedown attempt.
Alexius swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Alexius tries to move into range but Partio moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A punch combination from Alexius misses.
Alexius fails with an attempt to clinch.
Partio counters with a body kick.
Alexius moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Alexius throws a body shot but no joy.
Alexius on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Partio connects with a high kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Partio throws a solid leg kick but Alexius takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Partio.
Alexius connects with a looping right hand.
Alexius gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Partio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Alexius closes this distance looking for a takedown but Partio circles away.
Alexius is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Partio lands with a hook. Alexius tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T1#
The fighters circling - Partio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alexius is looking to counter with a body kick.
Alexius misses with a two punch combination.
Alexius 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.
Alexius moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Alexius avoids a kick to the body.
Alexius tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Partio makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Alexius slips a jab from Partio.
Partio is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Partio connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Alexius tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Partio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Alexius fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Partio.
Alexius wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've been informed that Partio has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Partio misses with a hook.
Alexius tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Alexius.
Partio looks to land a body kick but Alexius moved away.
Alexius scores with a jab to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Alexius.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alexius. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Partio misses with a hook. Alexius ducked under it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alexius misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Some bone on bone action there as Alexius checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Partio throws a body punch but Alexius moves out of range.
Alexius shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Partio as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bessarion Alexius. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A punch lands to the side of Partio 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Partio with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nice straight punches there by Partio. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Partio.#TD#
Alexius scores with a takedown into Partio's guard.#ES2#
Partio is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #BC#
Alexius breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Alexius misses with a wild body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Partio.
Partio tries to land a leg kick but Alexius saw it coming and moves away.
Partio avoids a kick to the body.
Partio moves away from the strike by Alexius. #T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Partio. That's going to slow Alexius down.
Partio is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alexius connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Alexius tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Alexius.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
Alexius tries to counter with a takedown but Partio is quick to defend against it.
Alexius fails to land with a series of punches.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alexius.
Alexius works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A leg kick checked by Alexius.
Alexius drops down looking for a counter takedown but Partio sprawls and moves away.
Alexius throws a nice looking combination but Partio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Partio misses with a body shot.
Partio takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Alexius throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Alexius.
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alexius misses with a body shot.
Alexius takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Partio cracks Alexius with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Alexius ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Partio throws a push kick but Alexius slaps the foot to one side.
Alexius throws a half hearted mid kick.
Partio throws a nice inside leg kick.
Partio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Alexius throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice cross by Partio.
Alexius uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Partio scores with a kick to the body.
Partio slips a straight right by Alexius.
Alexius is looking to wear down Partio with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Partio delivers a nice body kick.
Alexius misses the shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio clobbers Alexius with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Partio goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Alexius fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Partio 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Alexius throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Partio tries to score with a low kick but Alexius moves his leg out of the way.
Alexius changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Partio tries to avoid it but Alexius manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Partio to the ground. Partio escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Partio moves away from the strike by Alexius.
Alexius looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Alexius lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
Alexius shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Partio lets loose with a powerful body kick. Alexius will feel that in the morning.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alexius. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alexius walks into a straight right hand from Partio.
Partio misses with a hook. Alexius ducked under it nicely.
Nice body kick from Partio.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Partio jabs Alexius right on the nose. Alexius blinks but takes it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Alexius has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Alexius throws a big shot that misses.
Alexius fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Partio throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Alexius tries to clinch up.
Partio throws a lazy right hand but Alexius sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Alexius misses with a kick to the body.
A shot to the liver by Alexius. Beautiful body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Alexius 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Alexius misses with a head kick.
Good leg kick by Partio there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Partio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Partio fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Alexius.
Partio digs a good body shot into Alexius's ribs.
Partio throws a good cross that connects.
Alexius is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A clash of legs there as Partio blocks the low kick.
Alexius fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Partio.
Partio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Partio.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab, jab by Partio - just one landing.
Partio throws out a powerful jab.
Alexius tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Partio looks to land a combination but Alexius avoids it well.
Alexius looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
The fighters circling - Partio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alexius scores with a hook.
Alexius is looking to land body kicks.
Alexius throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Partio catches Alexius with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Partio fakes the leg kick and cracks Alexius in the body.
Alexius takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Partio scores with a leg kick.
Alexius checks a low kick from Partio.
Nice shot by Partio.
Alexius takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Alexius tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Alexius.
Partio thuds his shin into the meat of Alexius's side.
Partio dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Alexius. That did some damage!
Alexius uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Partio.#T3#
Partio fakes the leg kick and cracks Alexius in the body.
Partio cracks Alexius with a good jab.
Alexius avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alexius appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Partio connects with a right hand. Alexius shakes it off.#ROC2#
Alexius is rocked!
Partio falls off balance throwing a combination
and Alexius counters with a slapping leg kick.
Oh Alexius is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
An inside leg kick from Alexius misses.
Alexius seems to have got his legs back now.
Alexius keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Partio missing with a left hand there. Alexius was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Alexius throws a right and a left that Partio avoids nicely.
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
As Partio tries to get set, Alexius tries to push him back and clinch up but Partio manages to avoid the attempt.
A head kick misses from Alexius.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Alexius throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Alexius dives in for a single leg takedown but Partio sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bessarion Alexius. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Alexius throws a sloppy head kick and Partio moves out of range easily.
Partio lands a jab.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alexius scores with a three punch combo!
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Partio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Alexius doesn't seem bothered though.
Alexius ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Alexius.
Partio smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Alexius keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio connects with a solid leg kick.
Alexius throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alexius loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Partio goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Partio stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Partio wants it to stay on the feet.
Partio throws a right and a left that both miss.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio cracks Alexius with a right hand to the side of the head.
Partio throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Alexius keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio lands a glancing blow to the side of Alexius's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Partio lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Alexius shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Partio as he avoids it easily.
Partio throws the kick towards the body but Alexius avoids it.
Alexius looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Alexius tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Partio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Partio connects with a single shot there.
Partio slips a jab from Alexius.
Partio jabs Alexius right on the nose. Alexius blinks but takes it well.
Alexius scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Alexius avoids the body shot from Partio.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Alexius.
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Alexius ducks down to avoid it.
Alexius tries to counter by clinching up but Partio breaks away and moves out of range.
Partio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Alexius wants to clinch.
Partio looks to land a left hand but Alexius moved out of range nicely.
Alexius looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.#T1#
Alexius keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Partio.
Alexius ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Alexius off balance momentarily.
Alexius misses with a low kick.
Partio throws a jab when Alexius was well out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Alexius misses the target.
Partio will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Alexius swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Partio lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A lazy left from Alexius finds it's target.
Alexius will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Partio.
Partio defending well as Alexius loads up on a big left hand.
Alexius misses with a left hand
and Alexius takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Alexius blocks the body kick.
Partio throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Alexius.
Nice shot by Alexius.
Partio misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jab, jab by Alexius - just one landing.
Alexius throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Alexius fails with a takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Partio feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Alexius's calf.
That kick from Partio tenderised Alexius's leg. Alexius is trying to keep his angry face on.
Partio avoids a punch combination nicely.
Alexius looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Partio with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Partio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Alexius throws a leg kick but Partio moved away.
Alexius chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
Partio lunges at Alexius with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Alexius's hand.
Partio is looking to slow Alexius down with leg kicks. #T3#
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alexius scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Partio looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Alexius feinted with a counter takedown.
Alexius misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Alexius ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Partio swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Alexius.
Good shot there by Partio.
Partio throws an overhand right that lands on Alexius's shoulder, as Alexius tries to avoid the shot.
Partio scores with a nice head shot.
Alexius moves away from the strike by Partio.
Alexius uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Alexius throws the left hand but Partio avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Alexius looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Partio is on top in guard. #REVB##T4#
Alexius working a defensive guard here.
Partio pushes down on Alexius's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Partio wants to work for an arm triangle but Alexius is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Alexius is refusing to be controlled, as Partio sits in half guard.
Bessarion Alexius has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alexius might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Alexius is in trouble now - Partio has advanced to mount! #SU2#
Partio get's back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Polliisi Partio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Partio 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Polliisi Partio!
A less than humble Polliisi Partio misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
The defeated Bessarion Alexius had this to say: 'Oh moth*****r, not again!'.

Event: CEC 674
Date: Sep 08, 2019

#R1#
A slow jab from Partio misses its intended target.
Partio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Pera feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Partio's calf.
Partio swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pera walks into a stiff left hand from Partio.
Partio throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Pera dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Partio. That did some damage!
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pera tries to clinch up.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
Nice defenses there by Pera.
Partio lands with a straight right. Pera didn't see that one coming.#CUT#
It looks like Pekka Pera has been cut.
Pera cracks Partio with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nice uppercut lands for Pera. That snapped Partio's head back.
Pera misses with a looping right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pera misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Partio throwing a counter right hand but Pera manages to avoid it.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pera takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Pera misses with a straight right.
Partio thinks about countering with a head kick.#T1#
Pera ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Partio, as that shot connected.
Pera dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio lands a body shot. #TD2#
Pera dives in and scores a takedown into Partio's guard.
Pera passes into half guard.
Partio trying to control from the bottom.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
Partio is looking to improve his position.
Pera throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Pera throwing shots but Partio is blocking nicely.
Pera wants to take a breather but Partio is having none of it.
Pera prevents Partio from standing back up.
Partio tries to get to full guard but Pera has control of the leg. #T2#
Partio is trying to stand back up but Pera is controlling him
Partio trying to control but Pera postures up.
Partio on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pera performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Partio is refusing to be controlled, as Pera sits in half guard.
Pera takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Pera scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Pera is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Pera scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Partio is trying to stand up here but Pera is controlling him well.
Partio regains full guard. Nicely done. #T3#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pera's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Partio wants to improve his position but instead Pera has moved into half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Partio is looking to escape.
Pera working Partio over with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pera is trying to control the action in half guard but Partio is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pera has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Holding Cell. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
Partio trying to control from the bottom.
Partio is looking to improve his position.
Partio is pressing down on Pera's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Partio manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Pera misses with a punch on the inside.
Partio misses with a hook to the ribs.
A hook to the body from Partio.
Partio lands a hook to the side of the head.
Partio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Pera. #T4#
Partio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Partio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Partio misses with a punch on the inside.
Partio throws a punch but it's blocked by Pera.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Partio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Partio throws a punch but it's blocked by Pera. #BC#
Partio breaks the clinch.
Pera is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Pera takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Pera throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
Pera ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pera tries for a takedown but Partio sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
We've been told by Partio's head coaches at Gangsterdamage that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Partio checks a leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Partio 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 Pera has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Pera and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Pera looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
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 Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Pekka Pera's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Pera blocks a jab.
Pera ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Partio darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A big left from Partio misses.
Partio fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Pera.
Pera tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Partio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Partio looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Partio, right into the meat.
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Pera ducks down to avoid it.
Pera lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Partio misses with a low kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Pera darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio works Pera's body with a nice hook.
Jab by Partio.#TD2#
Pera 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Partio has an active guard here but Pera has managed to pass into half guard. #ES#
Partio has one foot on Pera's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T1#
Partio throws a chopping leg kick but Pera manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Partio throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL2#
and Pera counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Pera.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Partio.
Partio misses with some punches.
Pera tries to stall but Partio uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A right hand to the body from Partio.
Pera leaning his opponent against the cage.
Partio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pera blocking some punches.
Pera misses with a punch to the body.
Partio working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Pera swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pera misses with the head strike.
Pera misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Partio wants to get back to striking at distance but Pera won't allow it.
Partio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Partio working hard to break the clinch.
Pera misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Pera tries to stall but Partio uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A short right from Partio on the inside.
Partio misses with a punch on the inside.
Pera lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pera stalling in the clinch but Partio improves position.
Partio tries a body shot but Pera blocks it. #BC#
Partio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pera lands a slapping body shot.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Partio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Pera changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Partio jabs Pera to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
A jab lands there for Partio.
Partio throws a hook but Pera avoids it easily.
Partio lands a nice shot to the body.
Partio jabs Pera right on the nose. Pera blinks but takes it well.#CUT#
That has opened up Pekka Pera's cut even more.
Partio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pera.
Good exchange - Partio coming out on top.
Partio throws a leg kick but Pera sees it coming and moves out of range.
Pera misses with an uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Pera instigates a clinch.
Partio struggles to land a body shot inside as Pera controls his hands.
Partio lands an uppercut.
Pera stalling in the clinch but Partio improves position. #BC#
Partio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Pera waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Partio. Pera does a little dance to reset his feet.
Partio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Partio scores with a jab to the body.
Polliisi Partio is winning the standup battle so far.
Pera tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Pera.
It looked like Partio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Partio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Pera doesn't seem bothered though.
Partio misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Pera pushes Partio up against the cage in a clinch.
Partio has had enough of the clinch but Pera keeps him there for the moment.
Partio blocks an uppercut.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Pera.
Partio misses with some punches.
Pera misses with a punch to the body.
Partio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Partio is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pera can do to turn this around?
Pera lands a hook that snaps the head of Partio backwards.
Pera lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Pekka Pera's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Pera slips under a jab from Partio.
Partio takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Partio checks a low kick from Pera.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
Partio thows a leg kick but Pera checks it
and Pera counters with a left to the body.
A jab from Partio misses.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Pera.
Partio attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Partio digs a good hook to Pera's body.
Pera keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Pera closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES#
Partio throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pera lands a nice looking body shot.
Pera throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pera throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T1#
Pera jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pera.
Partio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Pera scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Partio.
Pera takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Pera is just out of range.
Pera throws a leg kick that misses.
A big right from Partio misses.
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pera was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Partio throws a left and a right that both miss
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Pera throws a solid leg kick but Partio takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Pera.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Partio scores with a jab to the body.
Partio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pera sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pekka Pera has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Pera tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Pera.
Partio was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Partio looks to throw the jab but Pera is out of range.
Partio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Pera connects with an inside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio is looking to score with low kicks.
Partio doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Pera moves away from the strike by Partio.
Partio is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Partio throws a nice outside leg kick.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pera throws out the jab.
Partio scores with a decent looking hook.
Pera scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Pera swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Pera bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Partio is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pera.
Partio misses with a hook.#T3#
Partio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Pera moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pera tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Partio doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Pera takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Partio connects with a crisp jab.
Partio uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Pera has time to react.
Pera ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio throwing a counter right hand but Pera manages to avoid it.
Partio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pera manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
That kick from Pera tenderised Partio's leg. Partio is trying to keep his angry face on.
Partio 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.
Partio misses with a leg kick.
Partio cracks the inside of Pera's front leg. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD2#
Pera shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Partio's guard.
Partio is wriggling around but Pera manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
Partio is looking to escape.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Pera trying to control the action but Partio is working from the bottom.
Pera landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB2#
Pera is looking for a kimura here.
Partio is trying to control but can't.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
Pera working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Partio is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

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 Polliisi Partio.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Partio, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
The defeated Pekka Pera had this to say: 'Matchmaking like this always makes me feel like i have done something bad to these owners..'.

Event: CEC rd 3
Date: Aug 04, 2019

#R1#
A slow jab from Partio misses its intended target.
Kettu throws a leg kick that misses.
Partio is looking to chop away at Kettu's legs.
Kettu was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kettu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice defenses there by Kettu.
Partio avoids a kick to the body.
Kettu looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Partio misses its target.
A clash of legs there as Kettu blocks the low kick.
Partio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kettu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Partio tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kettu looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Partio misses with a leg kick
and Kettu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kettu swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A swing and a miss from Kettu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Partio misses
and Partio takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kettu throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
Kettu sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kettu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Kettu on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kettu scores with a jab.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T1#
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kettu.
Partio throws a chopping leg kick but Kettu manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Kettu ducks down to avoid it.
Kettu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Kettu is just out of range.
Kettu misses with a body shot.
Partio throws a low kick but Kettu avoids it.
Kettu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kettu moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Partio misses with a body kick.
Partio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kettu throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Partio was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kettu.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Partio!
A big right from Kettu misses.
Kettu misses with a hook
and Partio counters with a nice uppercut.
Partio scores with a nice head shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kettu lands with a right hand.
Partio misses with a double jab.
Kettu looks for the body kick but Partio saw that one coming. #T2#
Kettu throws a leg kick that is checked
and Partio counters with a nice uppercut.
Partio misses with a kick to the body.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Donk. Partio catches Kettu right on the button with a cross.
Kettu takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Partio attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kettu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kettu throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Partio fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kettu on the side of the head.
Good leg kick by Kettu there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Partio lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Partio pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Partio feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kettu's calf.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kettu ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kettu throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Kettu misses with an uppercut
and Partio counters with a thumping low kick.
Partio lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kettu doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T3#
Partio misses with an uppercut. Kettu saw that one coming.
Partio scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Kettu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Partio looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kettu throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Partio catches Kettu with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A clash of legs there as Kettu blocks the low kick.
Good work by Partio as he checks the leg kick.
Partio delivers a nice body kick.
Kettu throws a one two combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kettu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Partio.
Kettu throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Partio throws a body punch but Kettu moves out of range.
Kettu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Partio keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Partio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T4#
Partio uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kettu has time to react.
Partio takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A big right from Kettu misses.
Kettu throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kettu fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Partio looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Partio is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Partio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice shot by Kettu.
Partio misses with a hook. Kettu ducked under it nicely.
Partio throws a solid leg kick but Kettu takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Partio.
Partio smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kettu takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kettu bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Partio tries a head kick but it misses.
Kettu walks into a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Both fighters circling a little - Partio finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kettu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Kettu is looking to score with low kicks.
Kettu misses with a kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Kettu misses with a straight left.
Polliisi Partio is winning the standup battle so far.
Kettu throws a low kick but it's checked well by Partio.
Partio lands a body shot.
Good shot there by Kettu.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Kettu takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Partio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Partio stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kettu.
Partio lands a nice shot that snaps Kettu's head back.
Kettu cracks Partio with a good jab.
Kettu checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kettu looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
Sloppy strikes from Kettu. Those never looked like landing.
An inside leg kick from Kettu misses.
Partio tried to counter with a leg kick but Kettu avoided it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio throws a leg kick
and Kettu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kettu misses with a low kick.
Partio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kettu.#T1#
Partio tried to score with a low kick but Kettu checks it.
Partio walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kettu.
Partio bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Partio loads up on a big right hand but Kettu slips the punch.
Kettu takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kettu - that will leave a mark!
Partio moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kettu comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kettu.
Kettu getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Partio throws a half hearted mid kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kettu.
Partio lands a really nice looking cross but Kettu seems unphased.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kettu loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
As Kettu backs away, Partio returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kettu on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Partio wants to land a leg kick but Kettu is out of range.
Kettu has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Partio throws a chopping leg kick but Kettu manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kettu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Partio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Kettu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Kettu misses the shot to the body.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Partio checks a leg kick nicely.
Partio throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kettu avoids it.
Partio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kettu checks a low kick from Partio.
Partio misses with a body kick.
Kettu scores with a jab to the head.
Kettu misses with a low kick.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A jab from Kettu misses.
A jab from Partio misses.
Kettu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Partio attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
It seemed like Kettu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Partio shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Partio connects with a right hand. Kettu shakes it off.
Kettu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kettu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Kettu.
Kettu pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T3#
Partio attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Partio with a jab.
Kettu avoids the body shot from Partio.
Partio moves out of range as Kettu strikes.
Partio throws a leg kick which misses Kettu's front leg but catches the back leg as Kettu tries to avoid it.
Partio moves out of range of the body kick.
Good work by Partio as he checks the leg kick.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Partio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kettu takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kettu misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
A shot to the liver by Partio. Beautiful body shot.
Kettu throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kettu scores with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio throws an overhand right that lands on Kettu's shoulder, as Kettu tries to avoid the shot.
Partio paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kettu looks for the body kick but Partio saw that one coming.
Partio keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T4#
Nice cross by Partio.
Kettu lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio tries a low kick but Kettu avoids it.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kettu.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Kettu is just out of range.
Kettu loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Partio misses with a low kick.
Partio is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kettu on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kettu misses the jab.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Kettu steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Partio with a jab.
Kettu goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kettu checks a leg kick.
Partio swings widly with a right hand
and Partio takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sloppy strikes from Partio. Those never looked like landing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Partio.
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 Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Kettu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Partio throws a big shot that misses.
A low kick from Partio is predictable there
and Kettu makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Partio lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Partio tests Kettu's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Kettu might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Partio has got the better of the exchanges.
Kettu stalks Partio and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Partio's face. Partio staggers backwards, shaken.
Kettu lands with a thumping leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Partio blocks the low kick.
Kettu throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Kettu throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kettu misses the jab.
Partio swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kettu.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kettu walks into a stiff left hand from Partio.
Kettu sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kettu has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Partio.
Partio misses with a straight left. #T1#
Kettu takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kettu misses with a straight left.
Partio scoring well with a low kick there.
Kettu blocks the body kick.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kettu.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kettu misses with an uppercut
and Partio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kettu misses with a looping left.
Partio throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kettu ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Partio throws a body punch but Kettu moves out of range.
Kettu's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Partio avoids the body shot from Kettu.
Kettu slips a straight right by Partio.
Esa Kettu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kettu swings widly with a right hand
and Kettu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kettu misses with a body shot
and Partio counters with an inside leg kick.
Kettu cracks a nice hook into Partio's ribs.
Kettu throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kettu misses with a straight left.
Kettu misses with a body shot.
Kettu needs to keep his hands up - Partio had a free shot at his head there.
Kettu lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Partio dodges the punch combination from Kettu.
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A countering left hand to the body from Kettu misses.
Partio fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kettu on the side of the head.
Kettu drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kettu pushes Partio away with a front kick.#T3#
Partio tries a head kick but it misses.
Kettu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kettu is looking to slow Partio down with leg kicks.
Partio chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kettu can pounce on him.
Partio lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A shot to the liver by Partio. Beautiful body shot.
Partio works the jab nicely.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kettu throws out the jab.
Partio throws a head kick that Kettu semi-blocks.
Kettu misses with a low kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kettu. That's going to slow Partio down.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kettu throws out the jab.
A cross from Kettu lands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kettu takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Partio feints a jab promting Kettu to slip. Partio then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kettu slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Partio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T4#
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kettu.
Kettu throws a chopping leg kick but Partio manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
As Kettu backs away, Partio returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kettu connects with a solid leg kick.
Good work by Kettu as he checks the leg kick.
Partio lands a jab.
Partio's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kettu connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Partio scrambles back to his feet.
The fighters circling - Kettu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Some bone on bone action there as Partio checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
Kettu has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Partio.
Partio throws the kick towards the body but Kettu avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kettu misses with a low kick.
Kettu cracks Partio with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kettu throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio scores with a leg kick.

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 Polliisi Partio.
Well Partio 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: CEC 666
Date: Jul 14, 2019

#R1#
Partio on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Logan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Logan slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Partio misses with an uppercut.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Partio, as that shot connected.
The fighters circle momentarily. Partio darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Partio on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Logan misses with an uppercut.
Logan lands a body shot. #KD2#
Partio drops Logan with a beautiful combination! Logan stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Partio is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Logan is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Frankie Logan has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Logan avoids the head kick by Partio.
Oh Logan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Logan misses the jab.
Logan ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Logan seems to have got his legs back now.
Partio's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Logan connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Partio scrambles back to his feet.
Logan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Logan throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
Partio works the jab nicely.
Partio misses with a body kick.
Logan is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Partio closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Logan tries to break free but Partio pushes him back against the cage.
Partio working aggressively here.
Partio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1#
Logan blocks a body shot from Partio.
Logan wants to get back to striking at distance but Partio won't allow it.
A right hook to the body lands for Logan. #BC#
Logan breaks from the clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Logan. That snapped Partio's head back.
Partio shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Logan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Partio.
Logan scores with a jab. Partio acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Logan lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Logan throws a sloppy head kick and Partio moves out of range easily.
A head kick misses from Logan.
Partio was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Logan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Logan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Partio wants to clinch up but Logan keeps it at a distance.
Partio listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio throws an overhand right that lands on Logan's shoulder, as Logan tries to avoid the shot.
Partio throws a hook but Logan blocks it.
Logan blocks a jab.
Partio misses with a kick to the body. #T2#
Partio walks into a jab.
Logan is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A slow jab from Logan misses its intended target.
Logan has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Partio.
We've been informed that Partio has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Logan is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Partio lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Partio with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Logan to score with a decent uppercut.
Partio looks for the body kick but Logan saw that one coming.
Partio misses the shot to the body.
Logan misses with a straight right.
Logan fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Partio checks it well.
Logan pivots, looking for a leg kick but Partio is out of range and Logan settles back down.
Partio throws a leg kick but Logan sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Partio throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Partio wants to slow Logan down by chopping away at his legs.
An attempted straight right counter from Logan misses the target.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jab by Logan.
Partio loads up on a big right hand but Logan slips the punch.
Logan throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio looks to land a body kick but Logan moved away.
Logan punishes Partio's body with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Logan fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Partio.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Partio misses with an uppercut.
Logan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Logan looks to land a left hand but Partio moved out of range nicely.
Partio throws a body kick that misses.
Partio loads up on a big right hand but Logan slips the punch.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Logan throws out the jab.
Logan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Logan throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Partio is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Logan lands a nice shot to the body.
Partio throws a front kick aimed at Logan's knee but Logan avoids it well.
Partio scores with a kick to the body.
Logan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Logan connects with a jab.
Logan stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Logan moves out of range as Partio throws a body kick.
Logan avoids the body shot from Partio.
The fighters circling - Logan throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Partio throws the left hand but Logan avoids the punch easily.
Logan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Partio takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Logan throws an overhand right that lands on Partio's shoulder, as Partio tries to avoid the shot.
Partio misses with a hook
and Logan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A head kick misses from Logan.
Logan slips a jab from Partio.
Nice cross by Partio.
Nice defenses there by Logan.
Partio slips under a jab.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
Partio feints and then cracks Logan's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Logan down.
Logan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Logan misses with a looping left.
A nice side step and Partio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Logan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A decent looking cross lands there for Partio.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Partio takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Logan is just out of range.
Good leg kick by Logan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Frankie Logan's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Logan connects with a single shot there.
Partio looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Logan pivots, looking for a leg kick but Partio is out of range and Logan settles back down.
Logan lands with a right hand.
Partio attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Logan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A slow jab from Logan misses its intended target.
Logan avoids the body shot from Partio.
Logan lands a nice looking body shot.
Logan lands a head shot.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Partio. Logan shrugs it off though.
Partio slips a jab from Logan.
Logan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nice cross by Partio.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab from Partio misses.
Partio throws a push kick but Logan slaps the foot to one side.
Partio connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Good shot there by Logan.
Partio takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Partio has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Logan misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Partio misses with a head kick.
Partio lands with a nice body kick.
Partio is looking to land body kicks.
Logan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Logan with a nice cross.
Logan throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
That kick from Partio tenderised Logan's leg. Logan is trying to keep his angry face on.
Partio throws a push kick but Logan slaps the foot to one side.
Logan tried to counter with a leg kick but Partio avoided it.
Logan misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
Logan misses the shot to the body.
Logan connects with a looping right hand.
Partio connects with a nice looking jab.
Logan throws a head kick that misses.
Partio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Logan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Logan checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Partio defending well as Logan loads up on a big left hand.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Logan.#T2#
Partio cracks Logan with a hook to the temple - Logan is on wobbly legs here! Partio swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Logan falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Partio wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Polliisi Partio!
A less than humble Polliisi Partio misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: CEC 662
Date: Jun 16, 2019

#R1#
Partio throws out a leg kick but Kettu moves out of range and Partio only half commits.
Kettu throws out a counter right but Partio avoids it with no problem.
Kettu connects with the punch.
Kettu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Partio.
We've been told by Partio's head coaches at Gangsterdamage that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Kettu is just out of range.#CL#
Partio clinches up against the cage.
Kettu misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kettu.
Kettu has a couple of punches blocked by Partio.
Kettu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kettu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Partios head.
Partio throws a head punch that misses.
Partio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Partio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kettu backwards.
Kettu lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kettu working aggressively here.
Kettu misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Kettu breaks the clinch.
Partio lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kettu.
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
Partio throws a sloppy head kick and Kettu moves out of range easily.
Kettu misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Partio lands with a cross.
Partio misses with a hook. Kettu ducked under it nicely.
Kettu looks to land a right hand but Partio moved out of range.
Partio tries to move into range but Kettu moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kettu scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Partio lands the left hand.
Partio lands a jab to the head.
Kettu fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Partio on the side of the head.
Kettu takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Partio is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Partio misses with a two punch combination.
Partio checks a low kick from Kettu.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kettu throws a chopping leg kick but Partio manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kettu lands a body shot.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
Kettu scores with a jab.
A swing and a miss from Kettu.
Kettu shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Partio eats them both and turns towards Kettu to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Kettu misses with a body shot. #T2#
Kettu avoids the body shot from Partio.
Kettu fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Partio is out of range.
Partio gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kettu throws out a powerful jab.#CL#
Partio gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Partio fails to pull guard. #BC2#
Kettu breaks the clinch.
Partio moves out of range as Kettu strikes.
Kettu looks to land a left hand but Partio moved out of range nicely.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Kettu is just out of range.
Kettu throws out a counter right but Partio avoids it with no problem.
Kettu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kettu just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromPartio.
Kettu takes one to the side of the head.
Partio keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Partio misses the shot to the body.
Kettu jabs at Partio's body.
Kettu misses with an uppercut
and Partio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That kick from Kettu tenderised Partio's leg. Partio is trying to keep his angry face on.#T3#
Kettu misses with a looping right.
Partio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Kettu fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Partio, pushing him back against the cage.
Partio pushes Kettu back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Partio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kettu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kettu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Partio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Partio lands a right hand.
Partio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kettu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Partio seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kettu can turn it around.
Kettu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kettu misses with the head strike.
Partio pushes Kettu back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Partio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Partio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kettu works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kettu digs a right hand underneath Partio's ribcage. Partio let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Partio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kettu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kettu scores with a hook to the body.
A short body shot lands from Partio as the two fighters clinch.
Kettu throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
Partio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice right hand lands inside from Partio. #BC#
Partio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kettu throws out a leg kick but Partio moves out of range and Kettu only half commits.
Kettu moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Jab, jab by Partio - just one landing.
Partio moves out of range as Kettu strikes.
As Kettu tries to get set, Partio tries to push him back and clinch up but Kettu manages to avoid the attempt.
Kettu scores with a nice right hand.
Kettu moves away from the strike by Partio.
Partio throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kettu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kettu lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Partio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kettu throws a leg kick that misses.
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kettu lands a slapping body shot.
Kettu fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Partio.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Esa Kettu dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Nice jab there from Kettu.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Partio.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Partio checks a leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kettu's head backwards.
A head kick from Partio lands but Kettu takes it in his stride.
Esa Kettu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kettu tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Partio looks for the body kick but Kettu saw that one coming.
Kettu tries to clinch but Partio moves out of range.
Kettu needs to keep his hands up - Partio had a free shot at his head there.
Decent striking displayed by Partio there.
Kettu pivots, looking for a leg kick but Partio is out of range and Kettu settles back down.
Partio checks the leg kick nicely there.
Partio swings away with a body shot that misses
and Partio takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kettu misses with a hook
and Partio counters with an outside leg kick.
Kettu ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Kettu throws a low kick but it's checked well by Partio.#CL#
Partio clinches up with Kettu and pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Kettu misses with some punches.
Kettu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Partio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Partio lands a right hand.
Polliisi Partio has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kettu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Partio backwards. #BC2#
Kettu manages to break the clinch.
Partio throws a leg kick but Kettu checks it.
Partio fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kettu throws a wild body kick that Partio sees coming a mile off.
Partio staying out of range there.
A leg kick checked by Kettu.
Partio checks the leg kick.
Partio works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Partio scoring well with a low kick there.
Partio throws a body kick that misses
and Kettu counters with a slapping leg kick.
Partio tries to clinch but Kettu moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kettu throws a wild body kick that Partio sees coming a mile off.
Kettu misses with a leg kick
enabling Partio to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kettu.
Partio tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Kettu gets a clinch. #BC2#
Kettu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kettu missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kettu connects with an inside leg kick.
Partio scores with a spinning back kick!
Partio staying out of range there.
Kettu misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Partio looks to land a body kick but Kettu moved away.
Kettu throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Partio was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kettu connects with a looping right hand.
Kettu moves forwards but Partio connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Partio rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kettu counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Kettu is just out of range.
Kettu wants to clinch.#T3#
Kettu keeps the fight on the outside.
Kettu was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Partio throws a leg kick
and Kettu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kettu takes one to the side of the head.
Partio takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kettu is looking to slow Partio down with leg kicks.
Kettu loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
A quick step to the side and Partio tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Partio takes one on the button.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kettu.
Kettu connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kettu moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kettu misses with a wild body shot.
Partio is looking to counter the offense by Kettu and move into the clinch.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kettu.
The fight stays on the outside here - Partio looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Kettu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kettu lands with a right hand.
Partio darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kettu ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Kettu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Partio.
A head kick misses from Partio.
Partio tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kettu wants to clinch up but Partio keeps it at a distance.
Kettu lands an overhand right.
Partio takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Partio is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Partio thuds his right hand into Kettu's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Partio.
Partio looks to throw the jab but Kettu is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Some wild striking there from Partio.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kettu.
Kettu throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
Partio fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kettu just manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Esa Kettu will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice uppercut lands for Partio. That snapped Kettu's head back.
A jab from Partio does it's job there.
Kettu looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Partio tries to counter by clinching up but Kettu breaks away and moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Kettu.
Kettu scores with a decent looking hook.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kettu.
Partio pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kettu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Partio takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kettu connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Partio's hands.
Partio avoids the body shot from Kettu.
Kettu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Kettu.
Kettu throws a low kick, looking for Partio's leg but Partio calmly moves out of range.
Partio swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kettu is looking to chop away at Partio's legs.
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
Kettu fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
Kettu looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kettu thuds a left hand into Partio's body.
Partio scores with a push kick.
Partio blocks a jab.
Kettu just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromPartio.
Kettu throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Partio looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kettu fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kettu.
Kettu scores with a leg kick.
Partio throws a quick inside leg kick. #CL2#
Kettu gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Partio looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Partio working aggressively here.
Partio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Partio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Partio tries to throw a body punch but Kettu avoids it by throwing Partio back against the cage.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kettu lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kettu. #TD#
Partio pulls guard successfully. #SUB#
Partio escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kettu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Partio throws his legs up looking for a submission but Kettu uses it to pass to side control.
Partio is looking for a sweep.
Kettu connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Partio some visible discomfort.
Partio tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kettu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kettu is chipping away with strikes.
Partio tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kettu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Kettu working the head with strikes.
Partio on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Kettu working the ground and pound but Partio is defending the strikes.
Kettu blocks the strikes from Partio.
Kettu is putting a hurting on Partio here, landing some big shots from side control.
Kettu throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kettu in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
An elbow from Kettu crashes against the mat.
Partio is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kettu connects with a nice short shot to Partio's temple. #SUB#
Partio is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kettu pulls his head out easily.
Kettu is nestled in close to Partio, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T4#
Kettu is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Partio is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kettu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kettu's back!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Partio is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Kettu has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Partio working for a choke but Kettu is defending well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kettu trying to control the hands but Partio breaks the grip.
Kettu trying to get back to his feet but Partio is in full control for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Esa Kettu comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kettu 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 Frank Antenori 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... Esa Kettu!
During a confident post fight interview, Esa Kettu thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: EMP Steve vs Graves
Date: May 24, 2019

#R1#
A head kick misses from Partio.
Partio scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Partio is looking to clinch.
Scrotum plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Scrotum 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.
Partio turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL2#
Partio fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Scrotum, pushing him back against the cage.
Scrotum lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Partio.
Partio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scrotum backwards.
Scrotum can't find room to land a body shot as Partio controls the action.
Scrotum working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Partio is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Partio misses with some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scrotum prevents a body shot from Partio.
Partio misses with a punch on the inside.
Scrotum digs a right hand underneath Partio's ribcage. Partio let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scrotum softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Partio blocks an uppercut.
Scrotum goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Scrotum lands with a right to the head. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Partio.
Scrotum pushes Partio back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD2#
Partio jumps guard.
Partio looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Partio has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Scrotum off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
A head kick misses from Scrotum.
Scrotum has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Partio.
Partio looks to throw the jab but Scrotum is out of range.
Scrotum misses with a body shot.
Scrotum sets himself, and Partio steps forward looking for the clinch! Scrotum avoids it this time.
Partio misses with a left hand
and Scrotum counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio avoids a kick to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio tries to clinch but Scrotum is having none of it. #T2#
Scrotum will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Partio goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Scrotum takes one to the chin there.
A cross from Partio lands.
Partio lands with a nice body kick.
Partio gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Scrotum.
Partio fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Scrotum is out of range.
Partio throws a jab but it's blocked by Scrotum.
Scrotum tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Partio manages to circle out of the way.
Partio cracks Scrotum with a good jab.
Some wild striking there from Partio.
Partio lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T3#
Partio throws a right hand that misses
and Scrotum connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
No joy there for Scrotum, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Partio throws a leg kick
and Scrotum counters with a thumping low kick.
Jab by Scrotum.
Partio scores with a punch to the head.
Partio moves out of range as Scrotum throws a body kick.
Partio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Partio throws a leg kick but Scrotum sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scrotum fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Scrotum is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scrotum lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio is looking to clinch.
Good shot there by Scrotum.
Nice jab there from Partio.
Partio avoids the head kick by Scrotum.
Partio follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Scrotum takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A solid body kick from Partio.
Scrotum misses with a straight left.
Partio has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Partio misses with a leg kick.
Scrotum is looking to counter with a body kick.
Scrotum looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Scrotum walks into a jab.
Partio scores with a jab.
Partio blocks a head kick by Scrotum.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Partio throws a leg kick that is checked#CL#
and Scrotum counters by clinching up.
Scrotum misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Scrotum fails to land. #BC#
Scrotum manages to break the clinch.
Partio misses with a double jab
letting Scrotum counter with a right hand.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scrotum checks the leg kick nicely there.
Scrotum lands a nice shot to the body.
Partio jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio connects with a leg kick. Scrotum looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Partio throws a low kick, looking for Scrotum's leg but Scrotum calmly moves out of range.
Partio throws a front kick aimed at Scrotum's knee but Scrotum avoids it well.
Good standup being displayed there by Scrotum as he connects with a hook.#T1#
Scrotum drops his hands momentarily and Partio takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nice uppercut lands for Scrotum. That snapped Partio's head back.
Scrotum throws a sloppy head kick and Partio moves out of range easily.
That kick from Partio tenderised Scrotum's leg. Scrotum is trying to keep his angry face on.
Partio throws a head kick that misses
and Scrotum counters with a nice uppercut.
Partio scores with a leg kick. #CL2#
Scrotum gets tackled into the cage by Partio. Partio maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Partio manages to pull guard.
Partio seems keen to control Scrotum's posture.
Scrotum would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Partio is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Partio's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Let's hope that Partio has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Scrotum has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SU#
Scrotum decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Scrotum thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Partio if he has to take too many more of those.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio avoids the head kick by Scrotum.
Partio wants to counter with a clinch but Scrotum pushes him away.
A telegraphed right hand from Scrotum misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scrotum. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scrotum throws a nice looking combination but Partio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T3#
Partio throws a right and a left that both miss.
Scrotum works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Partio looks to land a left hand but Scrotum moved out of range nicely.
Scrotum wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Partio throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Scrotum swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Partio throws out a leg kick but Scrotum moves out of range and Partio only half commits.
Scrotum throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Partio gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Partio throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Partio scores with a nice strike.
Scrotum swings widly with a right hand
and Partio counters with a leg kick.
A jab from Partio does it's job there.#T4#
Partio digs a good body shot into Scrotum's ribs.
Scrotum is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scrotum goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Scrotum ducks down to avoid it.
Scrotum fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Scrotum's jab looks to have found its range, popping Partio under the eye.
Scrotum misses with a head kick.
Scrotum tries to move into range but Partio moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Partio blocks a head kick by Scrotum.
Partio scores with a decent looking hook.
Partio looking to land some kicks to the body here.
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 Hairy Scrotum will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Partio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Scrotum chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
Scrotum misses the jab.
Scrotum throws a head kick but Partio moves out of range.
Partio throws a wild body kick that Scrotum sees coming a mile off.
Scrotum is looking to counter punch.
Partio throws a leg kick #KD#
and Scrotum counters with a head kick that drops Partio to the mat! Partio scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Partio shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scrotum is looking for a counter combo.
That kick from Partio tenderised Scrotum's leg. Scrotum is trying to keep his angry face on.
Scrotum connects with a body shot.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Hairy Scrotum is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scrotum ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scrotum was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Hairy Scrotum is winning the standup battle so far.
Scrotum misses with a jab, cross combination. #T1#
Scrotum misses with a head kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Partio misses.
Partio throws a leg kick that is checked
and Scrotum counters with a nice kick to the body.
Scrotum throws a head kick but Partio moves out of range.
Scrotum throws a poor cross that misses
and Partio counters with a nice body shot.
A lazy body kick from Partio
and Scrotum connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scrotum ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scrotum has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Scrotum there as he acknowledges the shot.
Scrotum throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Partio only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Scrotum throws a combination. Partio tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Partio bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Partio walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Scrotum checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Scrotum is looking to counter with head kicks.
Scrotum is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #CL2#
Partio instigates a clinch.
Hairy Scrotum has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Partio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scrotum wants to break free but Partio has control. #BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Partio throws a shot to the body.
Scrotum walks into a straight right hand from Partio.
Partio is looking to clinch.
Partio just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromScrotum.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scrotum misses the shot to the body.
Partio keeps Scrotum at a distance using the push kick.
Scrotum finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T3#
Partio misses with a double jab.
Partio misses the shot to the body.
Scrotum avoids the head kick by Partio.
Partio misses with a few strikes there.
Partio goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Scrotum is looking for a counter combo.
Good shot there by Scrotum.
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Partio throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Partio throws the kick towards the body but Scrotum avoids it.
Scrotum seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Scrotum lands a jab.#KD#
Scrotum lands a left and a right that send Partio crashing to the mat, dazed. Scrotum thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Partio is rocked!#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scrotum slips under a jab from Partio.
Scrotum tries to counter by clinching up but Partio breaks away and moves out of range.
Partio is still on wobbly legs! Can Scrotum finish him?
Scrotum looks for the body kick but Partio saw that one coming.
Partio looks to land a body kick but Scrotum moved away.
Partio blocks a head kick by Scrotum.
Scrotum misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Partio seems to have recovered his senses.
Partio darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Partio is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Partio misses with a hook
and Scrotum counters with a thumping low kick.
Scrotum bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Partio slips under a jab.
Partio is looking to score with low kicks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hairy Scrotum showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Scrotum 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hairy Scrotum!
Our winner, Hairy Scrotum, 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: EMP Tower vs IsMore
Date: May 04, 2019

#R1#
Lopez looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Lopez misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lopez looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Partio lands a two punch combo.
Partio throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Lopez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Partio throws a shot to the body.
A solid body kick from Partio.
Partio misses with an uppercut. Lopez saw that one coming.
Lopez looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Partio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
Lopez scores with a nice right hand.
Partio misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lopez feinted with a counter takedown.
Partio slips a jab from Lopez.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Left hook, right uppercut from Lopez.
Lopez swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Partio.
Partio lands with a slapping head kick.
Lopez throws a series of punches but Partio moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Partio.
Partio's corner calls for a 1-2. Partio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Partio.
Lopez throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Partio throws a hook to the side of Lopez's head but Lopez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lopez darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
No joy there for Partio, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lopez moves out of range of the body kick from Partio.
Lopez scores with a jab to the head.
Lopez lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Partio wants to slow Lopez down by chopping away at his legs.
Lopez feinted with a counter takedown.
Lopez connects with a good right hand that stumbles Partio. Partio circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lopez.
Partio shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lopez.
Partio punishes Lopez's body with a nice straight punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Partio defending well as Lopez loads up on a big left hand.
Partio throws a jab when Lopez was well out of range.
Partio tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lopez is able to avoid easily.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
Lopez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Lopez.
Lopez misses with a wild body shot.
Nate Lopez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lopez tries for a takedown but Partio sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lopez looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2#
Lopez scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Partio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lopez doesn't seem bothered though.
The fighters circling - Partio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Partio throws a hook but Lopez blocks it.
Partio misses with a low kick.
Partio tried to score with a low kick but Lopez checks it.
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Lopez ducks down to avoid it.
Lopez drops down looking for a counter takedown but Partio sprawls and moves away.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
Lopez thows a left - swing and a miss!
An inside leg kick from Partio misses.
Partio scores with a jab.
Lopez works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Partio paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lopez loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Partio throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Partio scores with a decent looking hook.#ROC2#
Lopez is rocked!
A swing and a miss from Lopez.
Oh Lopez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lopez scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lopez seems to have got his legs back now.
Lopez jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lopez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Lopez.#T3#
Partio throws a body kick that misses.
Partio pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lopez is out of range and Partio settles back down.
Partio with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lopez to score with a decent uppercut.
Partio lands a slapping body shot.
Partio moves forwards but Lopez connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lopez scores with a three punch combo!
Lopez takes one to the chin there.
Partio avoids a kick to the body.
No luck for Lopez with that takedown attempt.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Partio misses with a low kick.
A head kick misses from Partio.
Lopez appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Partio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lopez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Lopez.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lopez throws out the jab.
Partio appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Partio misses with a straight left.
A jab from Lopez misses.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
Lopez darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Partio throws a hook to the side of Lopez's head but Lopez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A big left from Lopez misses.
Lopez scores with a shot to the body.
Partio connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Lopez.
Lopez lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lopez throws a one two combo.
Partio tries to score with a low kick but Lopez moves his leg out of the way.
Lopez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lopez is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Partio cracks Lopez with an open hand slap.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Partio.
Lopez cracks Partio with a good jab.
Partio throws the kick towards the body but Lopez avoids it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lopez fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The fighters circling - Partio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A left lands for Lopez.
Partio throws a jab but it's blocked by Lopez.
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 Nate Lopez will probably get the nod.
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#
Partio looks to land a body kick but Lopez moved away.
Lopez changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A punch lands to the side of Partio 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Partio wants to land a leg kick but Lopez is out of range.
Lopez misses with a few strikes there.
Good leg kick by Partio there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Lopez misses with a double jab. #KD2#
Partio drops Lopez with a beautiful combination! Lopez stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Partio is looking for the KO!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lopez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sloppy strikes from Lopez. Those never looked like landing.
Partio avoids the body shot from Lopez.
Lopez swinging wildly here.
Partio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Good exchange - Lopez coming out on top.
Partio fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lopez is out of range.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lopez misses with a straight right.
Lopez misses with a body shot.
Lopez misses with a body shot.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lopez throws a nice looking combination but Partio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1#
Partio throws a series of punches but Lopez moves out of range.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lopez.
Partio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lopez.
Partio throws a solid leg kick but Lopez takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Partio.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio throws an overhand right that lands on Lopez's shoulder, as Lopez tries to avoid the shot.
Partio throws a solid leg kick but Lopez takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Partio.
Nate Lopez is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice straight punches there by Lopez. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lopez.
Lopez lands a slapping body shot.
Partio throws a jab when Lopez was well out of range.
Lopez dodges the punch combination from Partio.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Partio has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lopez takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Partio slips a jab from Lopez.
Lopez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lopez throws a low kick but Partio avoids it.
Partio let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Partio blocks a jab.#T2#
Lopez throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Partio.
Partio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Lopez closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Partio quickly recovers to half guard.
Partio moves into full guard.
Partio keeping moving, preventing Lopez from controlling successfully.
Partio is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lopez stands and throws Partio's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Partio is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Lopez off and has taken his back!#SU2#
Partio stands up.
Lopez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lopez.
A jab from Lopez misses. #T3#
Lopez throws the left hand but Partio avoids the punch easily.
Partio throws a big shot that misses.#TD#
Lopez shoots in and bounces Partio off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Partio working a defensive guard here.
Partio looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
Partio is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Lopez has his hands clasped together but Partio extends and breaks Lopez's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Partio.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: EMP Paddington vs Sainty
Date: Apr 05, 2019

#R1#
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Partio looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Partio tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but MacGowan paws at him with a jab and circles away.
MacGowan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
MacGowan looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
MacGowan throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
MacGowan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Partio scores with a jab. MacGowan acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
MacGowan blocks the body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacGowan.
MacGowan takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
MacGowan throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
MacGowan misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
Partio is looking to clinch. #T1#
A low kick from Partio misses
and MacGowan counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Partio thinking.
MacGowan misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
Partio works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacGowan. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Partio moves into the clinch.
MacGowan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Partio misses with some punches. #TD#
MacGowan manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Partio wanted to stand there but MacGowan had control of the position.
MacGowan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
MacGowan managing to control the position.
Partio trying to stand up but can't free himself from MacGowan's guard.
MacGowan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Partio is one step ahead there.
MacGowan working a defensive guard here. #T2##SUB#
MacGowan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Partio has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of MacGowan is proving hard to escape from. #SU2#
Partio gets to his feet. MacGowan looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! MacGowan crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Partio - the referee stops the clock and MacGowan gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Partio. MacGowan manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
MacGowan misses with a body shot.
Partio bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacGowan checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Partio connects with a solid leg kick.
MacGowan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Partio! But no joy.
Partio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
MacGowan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3##TD#
MacGowan closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
MacGowan missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Partio pushes MacGowan off looking to stand but MacGowan dives back in and keeps control.
MacGowan trying to control the action but Partio is working from the bottom.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. MacGowan connects with a nice short shot to Partio's temple.
MacGowan lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #ES2#
Partio kicks MacGowan off and gets back to his feet.
MacGowan throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
MacGowan scores with a jab. Partio acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
MacGowan misses with an uppercut.
A jab lands there for Partio.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio is looking to clinch.
Partio looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T4#
Partio pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Partio tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A nice inside leg kick there by Partio. That's going to slow MacGowan down.
Partio fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacGowan checks it well.
It looked like MacGowan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
MacGowan definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A low kick from Partio is predictable there
and MacGowan counters with a straight right hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Partio.
MacGowan checks a leg kick.
MacGowan shoots in for a takedown but Partio shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shane MacGowan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A solid leg kick lands there for Partio.
MacGowan looks to land a right hand but Partio moved out of range.
Partio lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio misses with an uppercut
letting MacGowan counter with a right hand.
Partio lets loose with a powerful body kick. MacGowan will feel that in the morning.
A jab from MacGowan finds it's way through Partio's defenses.
MacGowan checks the leg kick nicely there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
MacGowan blocks the body kick.
MacGowan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Partio thumps MacGowan with a low kick.
MacGowan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Partio.
Partio slips a straight right by MacGowan.
And Partio responds with a good body kick, but MacGowan manages to step out the way in time.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacGowan blocks the body kick.
Partio throws a front kick aimed at MacGowan's knee but MacGowan avoids it well.
A head kick misses from Partio.
Partio thumps MacGowan with a low kick.
Partio is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacGowan just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Partio scores with a head kick.
MacGowan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio. #T1#
MacGowan throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Partio misses with a looping left.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from MacGowan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio lands the left hand.
MacGowan looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
MacGowan takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio throws a leg kick that is checked
and MacGowan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacGowan shoots in for a double leg but Partio sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Partio looks to throw the jab but MacGowan is out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Partio. That's going to slow MacGowan down.
Partio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
MacGowan tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Partio pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like MacGowan was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Partio.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as MacGowan checks a leg kick.
MacGowan throws a right hand that Partio ducks under and follows up with a left that Partio also avoids with ease.
A chopping leg kick lands by Partio.
MacGowan moves into range and connects with a jab.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from MacGowan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
MacGowan misses with a series of wild punches.
Partio feints and then cracks MacGowan's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow MacGowan down.
Partio motions for MacGowan to come forward. Partio throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick misses from Partio.
A jab from MacGowan misses.
MacGowan missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Partio was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T3#
MacGowan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Partio tries to land a leg kick but MacGowan saw it coming and moves away.
MacGowan checks a leg kick.
MacGowan throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
Partio thows a leg kick but MacGowan checks it
and MacGowan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Partio misses with a body kick.
MacGowan misses with a hook to the body
and Partio counters with a nice uppercut.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts MacGowan, as that shot connected.
Partio fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
MacGowan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Partio throws the kick towards the body but MacGowan avoids it.
A swing and a miss from MacGowan.
MacGowan thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Partio pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Partio avoids the body shot from MacGowan.
MacGowan swings away with a body shot that misses
and Partio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Partio takes the fight into the clinch.
Partio misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
MacGowan ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. MacGowan no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Partio wants to stand but MacGowan is controlling his posture from full guard.
MacGowan 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.
MacGowan is working hard here to advance position.#SU2#
Partio stands up from guard. Let's bang!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
MacGowan is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CL2#
Partio fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with MacGowan, pushing him back against the cage.
MacGowan lands a shoulder strike.
Partio wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but MacGowan has him pressed against the cage.
MacGowan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Partio lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
MacGowan trying to land knees to the body.
MacGowan has a couple of punches blocked by Partio.
MacGowan lands a shot to the body.
A short right from Partio.
Partio lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
MacGowan swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacGowan has a couple of punches blocked by Partio.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Partio.
Partio tries a body shot but MacGowan blocks it.
MacGowan blocks a body shot from Partio.
MacGowan has Partio pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Partio manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T1##BC2#
Partio breaks from the clinch.
MacGowan is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
Partio looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
MacGowan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacGowan misses with a hook to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
MacGowan takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Partio misses with an attempted mid kick.
MacGowan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacGowan is looking to clinch.
MacGowan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacGowan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Partios jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
MacGowan misses with a straight right.
Partio throws a head kick that MacGowan semi-blocks.
A thudding body kick lands there by Partio!
Shane MacGowan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
MacGowan misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacGowan moves out of range of the body kick from Partio.
MacGowan jabs at Partio's body.
Partio throws a head kick that misses
enabling MacGowan to counter with a crisp jab.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from MacGowan.
MacGowan avoids the head kick by Partio.
MacGowan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Partio.
Partio fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacGowan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacGowan checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Partio takes one to the chin there.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Partio throws out a counter right but MacGowan avoids it with no problem.#TD#
MacGowan drives through with a takedown into Partio's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
MacGowan missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Partio wants to stand but MacGowan is controlling the position. #T3##ES2#
Partio pushes MacGowan off and scrambles back to his feet.
Partio tries to land a body kick
and MacGowan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Partio misses with an uppercut. MacGowan saw that one coming.
MacGowan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacGowan backing away here, and Partio unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
MacGowan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacGowan checks the leg kick.
MacGowan lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Partio slips under a jab.
Partio throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck MacGowan on the side of the head.
MacGowan on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Partio throws a sloppy head kick and MacGowan moves out of range easily.
MacGowan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacGowan throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
MacGowan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
MacGowan takes a head kick and keeps coming. #ROC2#
MacGowan is rocked!
MacGowan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Oh MacGowan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Partio blocks a jab.
Partio tries a quick counter leg kick but MacGowan is wise to it.
MacGowan seems to have got his legs back now.
Crunch! Partio slams his shin into MacGowan's torso.
MacGowan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
Partio fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacGowan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Partio lands with an uppercut that bounces MacGowan off the cage and back into range.
MacGowan rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Partio moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Partio was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacGowan.
Partio lands a jab.
Partio throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio cracks the inside of MacGowan's front leg.

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

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

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

Event: EMP Piano vs Butabi
Date: Mar 17, 2019

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

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

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

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

Event: EMP Tower v Murha
Date: Feb 15, 2019

#R1#
Partio is looking to score with low kicks.
Partio avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A nice inside leg kick there by Papadopoulos. That's going to slow Partio down.
Papadopoulos cracks Partio with a right hand to the side of the head.
Partio is looking to slow Papadopoulos down with leg kicks.
Partio tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Papadopoulos is able to avoid easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Partio. Papadopoulos does a little dance to reset his feet.
Partio scoring well with a low kick there.
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
Donk. Papadopoulos catches Partio right on the button with a cross.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Papadopoulos scores with a decent looking hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
Partio has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Papadopoulos tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Papadopoulos.
Partio takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Papadopoulos wants to land a leg kick but Partio is out of range.
The fighters circling - Papadopoulos throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Partio connects with a crisp jab.
Papadopoulos tries to close the distance and clinch up but Partio swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Partio takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Papadopoulos is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Partio was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T1#
Papadopoulos takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Partio will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A jab from Papadopoulos misses.
Partio misses with a hook.
It looked like Papadopoulos wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Papadopoulos throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Papadopoulos scores with a leg kick.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos tries to close the distance and clinch but Partio swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Papadopoulos moves out of range as Partio strikes.
Partio tries a head kick but it misses.
Papadopoulos misses with an uppercut.
Papadopoulos checks the leg kick.
Papadopoulos looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A solid body kick from Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos's corner calls for a 1-2. Papadopoulos obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Partio throws a solid leg kick but Papadopoulos takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Partio.
Papadopoulos misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Papadopoulos throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Partio feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Papadopoulos's calf.#T2#
Partio swinging wildly here.
Papadopoulos connects with a good right hand that stumbles Partio. Partio circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
Papadopoulos throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio takes a swing at Papadopoulos's ribcage but misses.
Papadopoulos swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Papadopoulos throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Partio misses with a straight right.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Papadopoulos. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Papadopoulos throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Papadopoulos scoring well with a low kick there.
Partio works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Papadopoulos doesn't manage to clinch there - Partio circles away.
Papadopoulos throws a solid leg kick but Partio takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Papadopoulos.
Partio moves out of range of the body kick.
Papadopoulos misses with a body shot.
Papadopoulos misses with a series of wild punches. #T3#
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
Papadopoulos feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Partio walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Papadopoulos checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Papadopoulos tried to counter with a leg kick but Partio avoided it.
Papadopoulos misses with a straight left.
Papadopoulos thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good standup being displayed there by Papadopoulos as he connects with a hook.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Papadopoulos throws out the jab.
Papadopoulos punishes Partio's body with a nice straight punch.
Partio has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Papadopoulos.
Partio takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio digs a good body shot into Papadopoulos's ribs.
Partio avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Partio misses with a hook.
Partio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Papadopoulos moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Papadopoulos lands a head shot.
Papadopoulos throws a series of punches but Partio avoids them all with ease.
Papadopoulos throws the left hand but Partio avoids the punch easily.
Papadopoulos jabs Partio to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Papadopoulos throws a low kick, looking for Partio's leg but Partio calmly moves out of range.
The crowd cheers as Papadopoulos lands an impressive looking overhand right. Partio doesn't seem phased though.
Papadopoulos throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T4#
Partio lands a head shot.
Papadopoulos throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Papadopoulos tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Partio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos throws a leg kick but Partio checks it.
Papadopoulos's jab looks to have found its range, popping Partio under the eye.
Papadopoulos keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Papadopoulos plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Partio checks a low kick from Papadopoulos.
Partio works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Papadopoulos misses with a hook
and Partio counters with a nice leg kick.
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Papadopoulos pivots, looking for a leg kick but Partio is out of range and Papadopoulos settles back down.
Partio slips under a jab from Papadopoulos.
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Papadopoulos getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Partio lands a lovely overhand right.
Partio throws out a leg kick but Papadopoulos moves out of range and Partio only half commits.
Papadopoulos takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Avraam Papadopoulos dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Papadopoulos throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Partio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Partio tries to land a leg kick but Papadopoulos saw it coming and moves away.
It looked like Papadopoulos was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Partio.
Papadopoulos uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Partio.
Partio catches Papadopoulos with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Papadopoulos looks to land a body kick but Partio moved away.
Papadopoulos turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Papadopoulos misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Partio digs a good hook to Papadopoulos's body.
Papadopoulos checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Papadopoulos misses the jab.
Papadopoulos lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Papadopoulos's corner calls for a 1-2. Papadopoulos obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Papadopoulos lands with a hook. Partio tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Avraam Papadopoulos is winning the standup battle so far.
The fighters circling - Partio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Papadopoulos cracks Partio with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Papadopoulos tries to close the distance and clinch but Partio swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Papadopoulos misses with a wild combination.
As Papadopoulos backs off Partio throws a huge counter combo but Papadopoulos manages to avoid it all.
Partio thuds his shin into the meat of Papadopoulos's side.#T1#
Papadopoulos with a hook.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
Papadopoulos is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Partio! But no joy.
Papadopoulos 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.
Partio dips to his left and cracks Papadopoulos with an uppercut!
Papadopoulos uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Partio.
Papadopoulos jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Papadopoulos checks a leg kick.
Papadopoulos will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Partio might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Papadopoulos has got the better of the exchanges.
Partio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Papadopoulos pivots, looking for a leg kick but Partio is out of range and Papadopoulos settles back down.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Partio throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Papadopoulos tries to clinch up but Partio circles away and keeps his distance.
Papadopoulos throws out a powerful jab.
Papadopoulos lands a really nice looking cross but Partio seems unphased.
Papadopoulos throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
Papadopoulos misses with a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Papadopoulos throws out the jab.
Papadopoulos wants to slow Partio down by chopping away at his legs.
Partio tries a quick counter leg kick but Papadopoulos is wise to it.#T2#
Partio throws out a loose jab but Papadopoulos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Papadopoulos misses with a looping left.
Papadopoulos connects with a single shot there.
Partio lands a nice leg kick that just misses Papadopoulos's sensitive parts.
Papadopoulos misses with a looping right.
Papadopoulos slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice shot by Partio.
Papadopoulos lands a nice leg kick that just misses Partio's sensitive parts.
Partio throws a series of punches but Papadopoulos moves out of range.
Partio fakes the leg kick and cracks Papadopoulos in the body.
Papadopoulos shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Partio wants to land a leg kick but Papadopoulos is out of range.
Papadopoulos misses the jab.
Partio connects with a right hand. Papadopoulos shakes it off.
Partio fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Papadopoulos has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Partio has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Papadopoulos throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Papadopoulos misses with a lunging right hand
and Partio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Partio, as that shot connected. #T3#
Papadopoulos tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Papadopoulos stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
Partio misses with a few strikes there.
Papadopoulos stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
Papadopoulos steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Partio.
Papadopoulos moves forwards but Partio connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Papadopoulos.
Good work by Papadopoulos as he checks the leg kick.
Partio misses with a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Papadopoulos.
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Papadopoulos off balance momentarily.
Papadopoulos tries to work over Partio's front leg with a kick but Partio checks it.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Partio.
Papadopoulos lands a really nice looking cross but Partio seems unphased.
Papadopoulos throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Partio tries to land a leg kick but Papadopoulos saw it coming and moves away.
Papadopoulos slips a straight right by Partio.
Partio throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Partio takes one to the chin there.
Papadopoulos throws a leg kick
and Partio counters with a nice body kick.
Partio scores with a kick to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Partio 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Papadopoulos staying out of range there.
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Papadopoulos off balance momentarily.
That kick from Partio tenderised Papadopoulos's leg. Papadopoulos is trying to keep his angry face on.
Partio throws a hook but Papadopoulos avoids it easily.
Partio scores with a shot to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Papadopoulos checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Papadopoulos fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Papadopoulos tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Partio is able to avoid easily.
Papadopoulos with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Papadopoulos keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Partio.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Papadopoulos misses with a leg kick.
It seemed like Partio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Partio dips to his left and cracks Papadopoulos with an uppercut!
Papadopoulos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Papadopoulos throws a body shot but no joy.
Partio shapes to counter with a head kick.
Papadopoulos throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Papadopoulos's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Partio throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Papadopoulos digs a good hook to Partio's body.
Papadopoulos wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Papadopoulos tries to clinch but Partio moves out of range.
Papadopoulos lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Partio walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Papadopoulos blocks a jab.
Partio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Partio swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Papadopoulos tries to close the distance and clinch up but Partio swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Papadopoulos off balance momentarily.
Papadopoulos works the jab nicely.
Partio fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio throws a chopping leg kick but Papadopoulos manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice defenses there by Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Partio moves away from the strike by Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL#
Papadopoulos has closed the distance and engaged Partio in a clinch. #T1#
Partio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Papadopoulos swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Partio blocks a body shot from Papadopoulos.
Partio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Partio lands a left hand. #TD2#
Partio pulls guard effortlessly.
Partio looking to control.
Papadopoulos trying to control but Partio is working from the bottom.
Partio not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Papadopoulos trying to control the position from guard on top but Partio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Partio looking to control.
Papadopoulos pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Partio is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Papadopoulos drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Papadopoulos jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Partio is trying to keep Papadopoulos in close.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Partio is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Papadopoulos trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Papadopoulos stands and throws Partio's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Papadopoulos tries to move to mount but Partio blocks the move with his legs.
Partio sneaks back into half guard.
Papadopoulos works his foot free and advances to mount.
Papadopoulos trying to control but Partio is having none of it.
Partio wants to control but Papadopoulos is having none of it.
Partio gets back to half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3#
Partio trying to hold on to Papadopoulos's head to control him but Papadopoulos postures up. #SUB#
Papadopoulos is trying for a kimura here. Partio looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Papadopoulos wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Avraam Papadopoulos!
A very excited looking Avraam Papadopoulos made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: EMP Gagnon vs Graves
Date: Jan 26, 2019

#R1#
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Partio steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Storm. That one must have hurt.
Storm connects with a jab.
Storm throws a sloppy body shot
and Partio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Partio misses with a low kick.
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Partio tries to land a leg kick but Storm saw it coming and moves away.
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked
and Partio counters with a nice leg kick.
Storm has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Partio.
Partio lands with a nice body punch.
Partio slips under a jab from Storm.
Storm has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Valhalla MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Partio throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and moves out of range.
Storm throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
A cross from Storm lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Storm 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.
Storm is in close to Partio's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Partio wants to stand up but Storm is controlling him.
Storm cracks Partio with a solid left hand.
Partio wants to get back to his feet but Storm is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Partio looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2#
Partio wriggles free and stands up.
Partio drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm throws a body kick that misses.
Storm looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD#
Storm closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Storm lands in his opponent's guard.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Partio manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio working aggressively here.
Storm is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2#
Partio's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Partio fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Storm on the side of the head.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Partio will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Partio slips a jab from Storm.
Partio is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Partio takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A jab from Storm misses.
Partio was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Partio takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Nice shot lands for Storm.
Partio wants to land a leg kick but Storm is out of range. #TD#
Storm closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES2#
Partio explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Partio moves out of range as Storm throws a body kick.
Storm has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Storm there as he acknowledges the shot.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Corban Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Storm darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Partio is trying to stand.
Storm thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Storm scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Partio tries to kick Storm off but Storm keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T4#
Storm working the head and body with strikes.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
Storm working Partio over with strikes.
Storm thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Partio is trying to stand up here but Storm is controlling him well.
Storm thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Partio is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Storm scores with a couple of nice shots.
Storm prevents Partio from standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio blocking the ground and pound attempt from Storm.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Storm throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Partio is not content to let Storm control the position.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
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 Corban Storm will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Storm throws the kick towards the body but Partio avoids it.
Storm throws a head kick that misses
and Partio counters with a left to the body.
Partio misses with a low kick.
Partio fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Partio looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Storm throws a one two combo.
Partio moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Partio avoids the body shot from Storm.
Partio throws a one two combo.
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Partio moves his leg out of the way.
Storm throws a body kick that misses
and Partio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice sprawl there from Partio as Storm shoots in.
Storm moves out of range of the leg kick from Partio.
Nice cross by Storm.
Storm shoots in but no luck this time.
Partio moves out of range of the body kick.
Partio throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Partio fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
Partio scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Storm manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Partio on his heels. He'll look to pass Partio's guard now, I'm sure.
Storm prevents Partio from getting back to his feet.
Storm lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Partio wants to stand up but Storm is controlling him. #ES2#
Partio uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Storm throws a nice looking combination but Partio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD#
Storm shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Storm showed some decent athleticism there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio pushes Storm off looking to stand but Storm dives back in and keeps control.
Storm missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Partio looks like he's trying to stand up. #T2#
Storm thows a huge punch but Partio dodges it nicely.
Partio keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Corban Storm overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Storm working over Partio with some ground and pound. Partio looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Partio pushes Storm off looking to stand but Storm dives back in and keeps control.
Storm working over Partio with some ground and pound. Partio looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Partio keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Storm there.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
Partio avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Storm.
Storm thows a huge punch but Partio dodges it nicely.
Storm working Partio over with strikes.
Storm thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Partio's head.
Storm stops Partio from getting back to his feet.
Storm working the head and body with strikes.
Partio is trying to stand up here but Storm is controlling him well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Storm lands a nice short elbow.#T3##ES2#
Partio manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Partio needs to keep his hands up - Storm had a free shot at his head there.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Partio throws a series of punches but Storm avoids them all with ease.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Partio looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The crowd cheers as Storm lands an impressive looking overhand right. Partio doesn't seem phased though.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Storm throws out the jab.
Partio catches Storm with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD#
Storm throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Partio was covering up waiting for the punch and Storm finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#ES2#
Partio manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Partio is working Storm over against the cage.
Partio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm scores with an uppercut up the middle.#TD#
Storm turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#T4#
Storm lands a decent elbow from side control.
Partio is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Storm has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Storm trying to control the position but Partio is working away.
Storm landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Storm cracks Partio with a big right hand but Partio just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Storm scores with a couple of short elbows.#ES2#
Partio throws Storm to one side and escapes!
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Storm throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm lands with a right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Partio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
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 Corban Storm will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Storm changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Partio looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Storm working the ground and pound but Partio is defending the strikes.
Storm working the head with strikes.
Partio is trying to buck Storm off.
Storm in side control lands a decent elbow.
Partio is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Storm tries to score with some ground and pound. Partio controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #ES2#
Partio bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
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!
Partio checks a leg kick nicely.
Partio thows a leg kick but Storm checks it #TD#
and Storm decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Partio's guard.
Storm postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Storm throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Partio wants to stand but Storm is controlling the position.
Storm throwing strikes but missing.
Storm working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Partio keeping moving, preventing Storm from controlling successfully.
Partio wants to stand but Storm is controlling the position.
Storm trying to control but Partio is working from the bottom.
Storm tries to free his leg and advance position but Partio is retaining full guard. #ES2#
Partio manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Partio missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Partio scores with a head kick.
Partio misses with a low kick.
A big right from Partio misses.
Partio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A combination from Storm does no damage.
Storm jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A cross from Partio lands.
Partio takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
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!
Partio on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Partio looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Storm misses with a leg kick. #TD#
Storm closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Storm lands in his opponent's guard.#ES2#
Partio pushes Storm off and scrambles back to his feet.
Storm takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Partio goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Storm swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm feints a jab promting Partio to slip. Storm then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Partio slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Storm throws a wild body kick that Partio sees coming a mile off.#T3#
A jab from Partio does it's job there.
Storm throws a half hearted mid kick.
Partio looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
Storm moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Good standup being displayed there by Storm as he connects with a hook.
Partio misses with a hook.
Partio's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Storm connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Partio scrambles back to his feet.
Partio misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Partio attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#TD#
Storm changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Partio looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Partio takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Corban Storm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Partio is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Storm lands an elbow.
Partio managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Storm.
Storm scores with a couple of short elbows.
Storm cracks Partio with a big elbow.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
Partio is working to avoid the ground and pound but Storm connects with a decent elbow.
Partio pushes Storm away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Storm gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Storm scoring with punches from side control.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio tries to escape but Storm is in control.
Storm scoring with punches from side control.
Partio throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Storm is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Partio will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: EMP Mumu vs Thomas 3
Date: Jan 06, 2019

#R1#
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chavez.
Partio doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Chavez punishes Partio's body with a nice straight punch.
Partio shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Chavez keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Partio.
Partio with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Chavez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio tries a head kick but it misses.
Partio looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Chavez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chavez lands a lovely overhand right.
Partio looks to land a combination but Chavez avoids it well.
Chavez takes one on the button.
Chavez fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Partio throws a nice looking combination but Chavez bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chavez sizes up Partio with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Chavez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Chavez walks into a straight right hand from Partio.
Chavez takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Chavez.
Partio blocks a jab.
Chavez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
Partio lands a jab.
Chavez delivers a nice body kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Chavez.
Partio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Chavez throws out a counter right but Partio avoids it with no problem.
Chavez lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Chavez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Partio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Partio is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chavez.
Chavez bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Partio's head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chavez. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Partio is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL2#
Chavez forces Partio back against the cage and clinches.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Chavez lands with a short shot to the head.
Partio lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Chavez struggles to land a body shot inside as Partio controls his hands.
Partio throws a head punch that misses.
Partio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chavez scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Chavez tries to throw a body punch but Partio avoids it by throwing Chavez back against the cage.
Partio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2##BC#
Partio breaks the clinch.
Chavez scores with a punch to the head.
That kick from Chavez tenderised Partio's leg. Partio is trying to keep his angry face on.
Partio misses with a low kick as Chavez jumps back.
Chavez throws a body kick that misses
and Partio counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Chavez misses with an uppercut.
Partio is looking to counter with a body kick.
Chavez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Chavez throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A cross from Chavez lands.
Partio misses with a looping right.
Chavez throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Chavez takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Nice uppercut there from Chavez.
Partio throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Chavez loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Chavez.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Chavez. Partio shrugs it off though.
Partio cracks the inside of Chavez's front leg.
Partio digs a good body shot into Chavez's ribs.#T3#
Chavez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
A low kick from Chavez misses
and Partio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Partio misses with an uppercut
and Chavez counters with a straight right hand.
Chavez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Partio throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Chavez misses with a hook.
Chavez is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Partio had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Chavez throws a push kick but Partio slaps the foot to one side.
Chavez has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Chavez takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Partio motions for Chavez to come forward. Partio throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Chavez throws out a powerful jab.
Partio misses with a hook. Chavez ducked under it nicely.
Partio throws a nice looking combination but Chavez bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Chavez slips a jab and a cross from Partio.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio throws out a loose jab but Chavez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chavez connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Chavez lands with a nice body kick.
Partio works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
An inside leg kick lands from Partio. #T4#
Chavez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Partio. Partio obviously looking to wear him down.
Chavez throws a body shot but no joy.
Chavez scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Partio ducks right into an uppercut from Chavez.
Partio lands the left hand.
Partio throws out a leg kick but Chavez moves out of range and Partio only half commits.
Chavez misses with a body shot.
Partio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Chavez throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
It looked like Partio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Chavez connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Chavez just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio throws a body punch but Chavez moves out of range.
Partio moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromChavez.
Chavez misses with a body shot
and Partio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Partio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Chavez cracks Partio with an open hand slap.
Chavez throws out a powerful jab.
Partio throws a series of punches but Chavez avoids them all with ease.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
A telegraphed right hand from Chavez misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Partio scores with a decent looking hook.
Domingo Chavez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chavez digs a good body shot into Partio's ribs.
Partio scores with a leg kick.
Chavez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Partio manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Chavez throws a wild body kick that Partio sees coming a mile off.
Chavez throws a leg kick which misses Partio's front leg but catches the back leg as Partio tries to avoid it.
A jab from Partio misses.
Partio checks a low kick from Chavez.
A jab from Chavez misses.
Partio lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Partio slips under a jab.
Partio connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chavez connects with a leg kick. Partio looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chavez missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chavez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chavez gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Partio connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A solid body kick from Chavez. #T1#
Chavez lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Chavez keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Partio.
Chavez throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Chavez misses with a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Partio misses the target.
Chavez is looking to slow Partio down with leg kicks.
Partio blocks a jab.
Chavez tries to clinch but Partio is having none of it.
Partio thuds a left hand into Chavez's body.
Chavez walks into a jab.
Partio throws a jab when Chavez was well out of range.
Chavez throws a wild body kick that Partio sees coming a mile off.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Partio throws a head kick but Chavez moves out of range.
Partio avoids a kick to the body.
Partio avoids the head kick by Chavez.
Chavez throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Chavez throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Chavez throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Partio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Chavez chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T2#
A clash of legs there as Partio blocks the low kick.
Partio is looking for a counter combo.
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavez was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
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!
Chavez looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chavez.
Chavez has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Chavez there as he acknowledges the shot.
Chavez swings widly with a right hand
and Partio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Partio misses with a series of wild punches.
Chavez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Partio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Partio throws a leg kick but Chavez sees it coming and moves out of range.
A slow jab from Chavez misses its intended target.
Partio pivots, looking for a leg kick but Chavez is out of range and Partio settles back down.
Chavez gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Partio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chavez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Partio looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Chavez takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Partio throws a lazy right hand but Chavez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chavez misses the shot to the body.
Chavez's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T3#
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Partio blocks the body kick.
Partio scores with a jab. Chavez acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Chavez avoids the head kick by Partio.
Chavez clobbers Partio with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Partio connects with a looping right hand.
Partio punishes Chavez's body with a nice straight punch.
Partio throws a leg kick that misses.
Partio chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Chavez can pounce on him.
Domingo Chavez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chavez on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Partio feints and then cracks Chavez's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chavez down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Partio. Chavez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chavez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Chavez misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Chavez has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio moves into range and connects with a jab.
Chavez swings widly with a right hand
and Partio counters with an outside leg kick.
Chavez walks into a jab.#T4#
Chavez lands with a straight right. Partio didn't see that one coming.
Partio lands with a straight right. Chavez didn't see that one coming.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chavez looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chavez.
Chavez takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Partio misses with a leg kick
and Chavez counters with a slapping leg kick.
Chavez avoids the body shot from Partio.
Partio misses with a head kick.
Partio takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Partio avoids the body shot from Chavez.
Partio throws an overhand right that lands on Chavez's shoulder, as Chavez tries to avoid the shot.
Partio is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Partio blocks a head kick by Chavez.
Chavez misses with a shot to the body
and Partio counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chavez fails in his attempt to clinch.
Polliisi Partio is winning the standup battle so far.
Partio misses with an uppercut. Chavez saw that one coming.
Chavez misses with a kick to the body
and Partio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jab, jab by Partio - just one landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavez was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
Partio throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Partio avoids the body shot from Chavez.
Partio will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Chavez rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Partio counters with a straight right hand.
A solid body kick from Partio.
A left lands for Chavez.
Partio cracks Chavez with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A big right from Chavez misses.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Partio crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Chavez - the referee stops the clock and Partio gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Chavez. Partio manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Chavez has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Partio finds it's way round the side to connect with Chavez's head.
Chavez looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Partio with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Partio looks to land a body kick but Chavez moved away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Partio fails to land with a series of punches.
Chavez throws a push kick but Partio slaps the foot to one side.
Partio seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Chavez pivots, looking for a leg kick but Partio is out of range and Chavez settles back down.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chavez.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Chavez.
Partio is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T1#
Partio keeps Chavez at a distance using the push kick.
Partio's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Chavez connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Partio scrambles back to his feet.
Chavez throws a chopping leg kick but Partio manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Chavez misses the jab.
Chavez misses with a looping right.
Partio avoids the body shot from Chavez.
Partio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavez was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
Partio moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A jab from Chavez misses.
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio scores with a kick to the body.
Chavez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chavez on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Chavez takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Partio lands a head kick!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Partio pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chavez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Partio connects with a looping right hand.
Chavez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Partio lands a body shot.
Partio blocks a jab.
Chavez takes a jab right on the kisser.
Chavez throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Partio counters with a body kick that stops Chavez in his tracks momentarily.
Chavez looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Partio looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chavez replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Partio blocks it well.
Partio scores with a jab to the body.
Partio throws a left and a right that both miss
and Chavez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Partio thinking.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Partio slips a jab from Chavez.
Partio scores with a jab to the body.
Chavez misses with an uppercut.
Chavez misses with a leg kick
and Chavez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chavez tries to clinch up but Partio circles away and keeps his distance.
Partio throwing a counter right hand but Chavez manages to avoid it.
Chavez scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T3#
Partio lands with an overhand left.
Partio avoids the body shot from Chavez.
Partio quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Chavez looks for the body kick but Partio saw that one coming.
Partio catches Chavez with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Chavez misses with a looping right.
Partio went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Chavez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Chavez.
The crowd cheers as Partio lands an impressive looking overhand right. Chavez doesn't seem phased though.#ROC#
Chavez is rocked!
Partio works Chavez's body with a nice hook.
Chavez is still on wobbly legs! Can Partio finish him?
Partio closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Chavez! Partio dives in looking to finish! Chavez is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: EMPIRE 1
Date: Dec 07, 2018

#R1#
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio shapes to counter with a head kick.
Partio blocks a head kick by Chen Lo.
Chen Lo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Partio. Partio obviously looking to wear him down.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick misses from Chen Lo.
Partio misses with a body shot.
Partio throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Chen Lo's head.#CUT2#
It looks like Timiko Chen Lo has been cut.
Partio has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Partio, right into the meat.
Partio digs a good hook to Chen Lo's body.
Partio fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Chen Lo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A lazy left from Chen Lo finds it's target.
Chen Lo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Chen Lo throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio cracks the inside of Chen Lo's front leg.
Chen Lo misses with a head kick.
Partio lands a nice looking kick to the body. Chen Lo takes a step back to recover.
Nice uppercut there from Partio.#T1#
Chen Lo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chen Lo misses with an uppercut.
Chen Lo throws a right and a left that both miss.
Partio turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Chen Lo slips a jab and a cross from Partio.
Partio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Partio looks to land a body kick but Chen Lo moved away.
Chen Lo throws a quick counter head kick but Partio was just out of range.
Partio slips a straight right by Chen Lo.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Chen Lo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Chen Lo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chen Lo checks the leg kick.
Partio throws a leg kick that misses.
Chen Lo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Chen Lo is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Partio's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Partio moves away from the strike by Chen Lo.
Partio fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Partio scores with a jab to the jaw.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio looks for the body kick but Chen Lo saw that one coming. #T2##CL2#
Partio gets a clinch.
Chen Lo trying to control the position but instead, Partio has worked for underhooks and has pushed Chen Lo into the cage.#BC2#
Partio's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Chen Lo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Chen Lo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Partio blocks a head kick by Chen Lo.
Partio counters with a body kick.
Partio looks to land a left hand but Chen Lo moved out of range nicely.
Chen Lo throws a lazy head kick
and Partio makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Chen Lo keeps the fight on the outside.
Partio slips a straight right by Chen Lo.
Chen Lo moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromPartio.
Partio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Partio lands with a straight right. Chen Lo didn't see that one coming.
Chen Lo looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Chen Lo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Chen Lo is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Partio throws a sloppy head kick and Chen Lo moves out of range easily.
Chen Lo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Chen Lo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T3#
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chen Lo.
Partio explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Partio throws a hook but Chen Lo avoids it easily.
Partio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Chen Lo doesn't seem bothered though.
Partio scores with a jab to the head.
Chen Lo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Chen Lo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chen Lo throws a sloppy head kick and Partio moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Partio avoids the head kick by Chen Lo.
Despite the aggression on Partio's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Partio scores with a jab to the jaw.
Partio is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Chen Lo had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Partio throws a head kick but Chen Lo moves out of range.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chen Lo.
Partio scores with a spinning back kick!
Chen Lo throws a series of punches but Partio avoids them all with ease.
Partio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chen Lo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Chen Lo walks forward, straight into a front kick from Partio.
Chen Lo is breathing heavily.
Chen Lo blocks the body kick.
Chen Lo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Chen Lo misses with a jab to the body
and Partio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4##CL2#
Partio closes the distance and pushes Chen Lo back into the cage.
I was talking to Chen Lo's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Partio delivers a nice body kick.
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chen Lo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Chen Lo cracks Partio with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Partio.
Partio uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Chen Lo has time to react.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Partio connects with a solid leg kick.
Partio bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Chen Lo blocks a head kick by Partio.
Partio missing with a left hand there. Chen Lo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chen Lo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
The fighters circling - Chen Lo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Chen Lo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Timiko Chen Lo's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Partio misses with a wild combination.
Partio avoids the head kick by Chen Lo.
Chen Lo walks into a left hand.
Partio finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Partio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Chen Lo throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Chen Lo tries to keep at a distance but Partio has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Chen Lo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chen Lo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chen Lo needs to keep his hands up - Partio had a free shot at his head there.
Chen Lo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A looping hook to the body misses from Partio. Chen Lo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chen Lo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chen Lo moves out of range of the leg kick from Partio.
Chen Lo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It seemed like Partio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Chen Lo will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#T1#
Partio digs a good hook to Chen Lo's body.
Chen Lo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chen Lo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chen Lo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Partio thuds his right hand into Chen Lo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Chen Lo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Chen Lo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Nice body kick from Partio.
Partio clobbers Chen Lo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Partio throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Partio throws a chopping leg kick but Chen Lo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Ohhhhhhhhhh, brutal head kick from Partio! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Polliisi Partio!
A less than humble Polliisi Partio misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
In defeat, Timiko Chen Lo stepped up to the mic, saying 'I want to thank Freebok for sponsoring me. Buy there the have cool stuff!!! FREEBOK!!!'.

Event: TGC 77
Date: Oct 20, 2018

#R1#
Gallagher swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big right from Gallagher misses.
Gallagher catches Partio with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Gallagher lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Partio circles away quickly and effectively.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Gallagher misses with a looping left.
Partio slips under a jab from Gallagher.
Gallagher blocks the body kick.
Partio goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Partio lands a glancing blow to the side of Gallagher's head.
Gallagher has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A slapping body kick lands there for Partio.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Gallagher.
Partio has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Gallagher misses with a jab, cross combination.
Partio lands a head kick. Gallagher smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Gallagher doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio throws the kick towards the body but Gallagher avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Gallagher on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio throws a leg kick which misses Gallagher's front leg but catches the back leg as Gallagher tries to avoid it.
Gallagher blocks a leg kick.
Partio lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio lands a high kick! #T1#
A jab from Partio misses.
Gallagher throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio throws a sloppy head kick and Gallagher moves out of range easily.
Gallagher looks to land a right hand but Partio moved out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Partio.
Gallagher misses with a wild body shot.
Partio throws a series of punches but Gallagher avoids them all with ease.
Gallagher checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Partio attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Gallagher is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Partio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Gallagher looks to land a right hand but Partio moved out of range.
Gallagher checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Gallagher.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio lands a leg kick that knocks Gallagher off balance momentarily.
Gallagher fails in his attempt to clinch.
Partio is looking to land body kicks.
Partio tries to work over Gallagher's front leg with a kick but Gallagher checks it. #T2#
Gallagher lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Gallagher throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
Partio drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gallagher sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice body punch from Gallagher.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Gallagher is just out of range.
Gallagher attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Partio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Gallagher looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio misses with a head kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Gallagher misses the target.
Partio takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL2#
Partio closes the distance and clinches.
Gallagher is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Partio is keeping busy.
Partio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Partio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Partio misses with the head strike. #T3#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Gallagher creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Partio lands a right hand that snaps the head of Gallagher backwards.
Gallagher creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #BC2#
Partio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gallagher throws a right hand that misses
and Partio counters with a stiff right hand.
Gallagher is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Gallagher takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
A solid body kick from Partio.
Partio shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Partio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gallagher avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A swing and a miss from Gallagher.#CL2#
Partio takes the fight into the clinch.
Gallagher is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Partio's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Gallagher is trying to stall. #BC2#
Partio's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4##CL2#
Partio drives through and clinches with Gallagher against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Partio lands a nice uppercut.
Partio keeps control of Gallagher as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Partio lands a hook that snaps the head of Gallagher backwards.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Gallagher.
Partio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Gallagher tries to stall but Partio uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Partio blocks an elbow strike.
Partio misses with the head strike.
Gallagher looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Gallagher tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Gallagher is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Partio goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Gallagher escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Partio blocks a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Gallagher missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gallagher with a nice cross.
Partio is looking to clinch.
A swing and a miss from Gallagher.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Gallagher closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Gallagher throws an elbow but misses.
A head punch on the inside from Partio fails to land.
Partio lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Gallagher manages to break the clinch.
Gallagher misses with a straight left.
Partio tries to bum rush Gallagher with a series of wild strikes but Gallagher uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio misses with a looping left.
Gallagher tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Partio moves away from the strike by Gallagher.
Gallagher misses with an uppercut.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gallagher. #T1#
Partio takes a swing at Gallagher's ribcage but misses.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gallagher.
Partio tries a quick counter leg kick but Gallagher is wise to it.
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gallagher.
Gallagher throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Partio connects with a body shot that sends Gallagher's belly button to the back.
Partio looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Partio buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Partio connects with a leg kick. Gallagher looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Gallagher smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Partio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Partio swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Partio lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Partio connects with an inside leg kick.
Gallagher throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Partio throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Gallagher counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gallagher misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Partio defending well as Gallagher loads up on a big left hand.
Partio thuds his shin into the meat of Gallagher's side.#T2#
Gallagher misses with a straight right.
A nice leg kick lands there from Gallagher. #CL2#
Partio instigates a clinch.
Partio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Partio defending well as Gallagher loads up on a big left hand.
Partio tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It looked like Gallagher wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gallagher blocks a head kick by Partio.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Gallagher swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Partio scores with a jab to the jaw.
Partio throws a push kick but Gallagher slaps the foot to one side.
Gallagher takes one on the button.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gallagher jabs Partio to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gallagher fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Partio looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Partio thuds his shin into the meat of Gallagher's side.
A nice inside leg kick there by Partio. That's going to slow Gallagher down. #T3#
Partio shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gallagher.
Partio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#CL2#
Partio clinches up with Gallagher and pushes him back against the cage.
Partio throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Gallaghers head.
Gallagher throws an elbow but it misses.
Gallagher is looking to break free of the clinch but Partio has double underhooks.
Partio blocks an elbow strike.#BC2#
Partio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A slow jab from Gallagher misses its intended target.
Partio looks to land a body kick but Gallagher moved away.
Gallagher misses with a straight right.
Gallagher takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #CL#
Gallagher clinches up against the cage.
Gallagher will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Gallagher pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Partio avoids the elbow strike from Gallagher, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gallagher.
Partio throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Partio misses with some punches. #T4#
Gallagher stalling in the clinch but Partio improves position.
Partio misses with some punches.
Gallagher is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Partio is keeping busy.
Gallagher blocking some punches.
Partio goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gallagher is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Gallagher misses with a looping right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gallagher looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Gallagher looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Gallagher is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Gallagher throws a lazy uppercut
and Partio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Gallagher looks to land a left hand but Partio moved out of range nicely.
Gallagher throws a predictable looking body shot
and Partio counters with a right hand to the body.
Partio misses with a leg kick.
Partio jabs Gallagher right on the nose. Gallagher blinks but takes it well.
Gallagher throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Gallagher's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Gallagher stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
Partio tries to clinch up.
Gallagher throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Gallagher checks a leg kick.
Gallagher swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Partio fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gallagher.
Gallagher throws a leg kick but Partio checks it.
Gallagher misses with a hook.
Gallagher throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gallagher looks to land a left hand but Partio moved out of range nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gallagher. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gallagher misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Gallagher.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gallagher.
Partio replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Gallagher blocks it well.
Partio throws a wild body kick that Gallagher sees coming a mile off.
Partio lands with a kick to the ribs.
Gallagher slips under a jab from Partio.
Partio throws a wild body kick that Gallagher sees coming a mile off.#T1#
Gallagher swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
A big left from Gallagher misses.
Gallagher just misses with a punch to the body.
Gallagher throws a hook but Partio blocks it.#CL2#
Partio rushes Gallagher and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Gallagher creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Gallagher just misses with a elbow thrown towards Partio's brow.
Gallagher lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Partio gets through Gallagher's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Gallagher misses with an elbow strike.
Partio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Partio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Gallagher backwards. #BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Partio lands a nice looking body shot.
A slow jab from Gallagher misses its intended target. #CL2#
Partio takes the fight into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gallagher trying to control the position but instead, Partio has worked for underhooks and has pushed Gallagher into the cage.#T2##BC2#
Partio breaks from the clinch.
Gallagher tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Gallagher.
Partio only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gallagher.
Gallagher throws a series of punches but Partio moves out of range.
Partio fakes the leg kick and cracks Gallagher in the body.
Partio lands a head shot.
Gallagher throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Gallagher throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Partio tests Gallagher's chin there with a solid looking shot.#ROC2#
Gallagher is rocked!
Partio ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Oh Gallagher is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Crunch! Partio slams his shin into Gallagher's torso.
Gallagher seems to have got his legs back now.
A shot to the liver by Partio. Beautiful body shot.#CL2#
Partio has taken the fight to the clinch. #T3#
Gallagher is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A short uppercut from Partio.
A nice left hand lands by Partio.
A short uppercut from Partio.
Partio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gallagher tries to throw a body punch but Partio avoids it by throwing Gallagher back against the cage.
Partio pushes Gallagher back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Partio misses with the head strike.
Partio keeps control of Gallagher as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Partio misses with a punch to the body.
Gallagher throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Partio blocks it with crossed arms.
Gallagher stalling in the clinch but Partio improves position.
Gallagher looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Partio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gallagher throws an elbow that misses.
Gallagher creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Partio avoids the elbow strike from Gallagher, against the cage. #T4#
Partio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Partio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Partio has Gallagher pressed against the cage, preventing Gallagher from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Gallagher swings widly with a right hand
and Gallagher takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab by Partio.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gallagher.
Gallagher misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Partio! But no joy.
Partio jabs Gallagher right on the nose. Gallagher blinks but takes it well.
Gallagher slips under a jab.
Partio throws a half hearted mid kick.
Partio throws the kick towards the body but Gallagher avoids it.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gallagher throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Partio feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Gallagher's calf.
Frank Gallagher has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gallagher throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Partio.
Gallagher misses with a body shot.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
The defeated Frank Gallagher had this to say: 'No one likes seeing their opponent's hand raised, but that just means that they were the better man today. My team at 3Band MMA and I will break down this match and make the proper changes for my next camp.'.

Event: TGC 74
Date: Sep 22, 2018

#R1#
Papadopoulos lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Partio at a distance.
Papadopoulos takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Partio misses with an attempted mid kick.
Papadopoulos lands with a right hand.
Papadopoulos throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Partio on the side of the head.
Papadopoulos just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Partio has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Partio throws a right and a left that Papadopoulos avoids nicely.
Partio blocks a leg kick.
Partio drops his hands momentarily and Papadopoulos takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Papadopoulos cracks Partio with a right hand to the side of the head.
Papadopoulos bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Partio walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Papadopoulos checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Papadopoulos tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Papadopoulos missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Papadopoulos.
Partio walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Partio cracks Papadopoulos with a right hand to the side of the head.
Papadopoulos tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Partio manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Papadopoulos avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T1#
Partio slips under a jab.
Partio has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Partio there as he acknowledges the shot.
Papadopoulos steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Partio. That one must have hurt.
Papadopoulos looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Partio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Papadopoulos moves away.
Partio is looking to land body kicks.
Papadopoulos loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Papadopoulos scores with a punch to the head.
Papadopoulos misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Papadopoulos throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Papadopoulos misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Papadopoulos stuns Partio with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Papadopoulos throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Papadopoulos thows a body kick. Partio tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Partio lands a glancing blow to the side of Papadopoulos's head.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Partio throws a jab when Papadopoulos was well out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Partio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Papadopoulos sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Papadopoulos is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Papadopoulos lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T2##CL#
Papadopoulos has Partio up against the cage in a clinch.
Papadopoulos lands a nice shot to the body.
Papadopoulos tries a body shot but Partio blocks it.
Papadopoulos has a couple of punches blocked by Partio. #TD#
Papadopoulos works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Papadopoulos pushing down on Partio's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Papadopoulos is pressing down on Partio's thigh, looking to free his foot. Partio is holding on for now.
Papadopoulos is working hard here to advance position.
Papadopoulos is looking to take a break and control but Partio is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Papadopoulos wants to pass the guard but Partio is defending well.
Partio looks like he's trying to stand up.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3#
Papadopoulos looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
Papadopoulos works his foot free and advances to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Partio is really trying hard to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Papadopoulos is working for a guillotine from mount but Partio frees his head quite easily.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Papadopoulos seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Partio is holding on tight.
Partio wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Papadopoulos fails to take his opponent's back.
Papadopoulos takes Partio's back.
Partio is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Partio 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 Papadopoulos gets his way!
Partio is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Papadopoulos looking for the choke but no joy. #ES2#
Partio is looking to stand back up. He's having to work hard to escape but eventually he manages it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio feints a jab promting Papadopoulos to slip. Partio then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Papadopoulos slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Avraam Papadopoulos dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Papadopoulos throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A shot to the liver by Papadopoulos. Beautiful body shot.
Papadopoulos moves out of range of the body kick from Partio.
Partio misses with a body shot.
Papadopoulos avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Partio scores with a leg kick.
Papadopoulos lands an overhand right.
Papadopoulos throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Papadopoulos checks the leg kick nicely there.
A quick step to the side and Papadopoulos tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Papadopoulos tries to clinch but Partio is having none of it.
Papadopoulos thows a left - swing and a miss!
Papadopoulos is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Partio can do to turn this around?
Papadopoulos throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Crunch! Partio slams his shin into Papadopoulos's torso.
Papadopoulos scores with a sloppy right hand. Partio should have avoided that one.
Partio scores with a shot to the body.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Papadopoulos, as that shot connected.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio slips a jab from Papadopoulos.
Partio takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Partio.
Partio throws a body kick that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Papadopoulos misses its target.#T1#
A good leg kick by Partio.
Partio throws a half hearted mid kick.
Partio avoids the body shot from Papadopoulos.
Partio moves away from the strike by Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Papadopoulos takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Partio stalks Papadopoulos and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Papadopoulos's face. Papadopoulos staggers backwards, shaken.
Papadopoulos misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
Partio keeps the fight on the outside.
Avraam Papadopoulos is winning the standup battle so far.
Papadopoulos works Partio's body with a nice hook.
Papadopoulos lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Papadopoulos changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheers as Papadopoulos lands an impressive looking overhand right. Partio doesn't seem phased though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Papadopoulos swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio throws a jab when Papadopoulos was well out of range.
Papadopoulos tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Partio only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Papadopoulos misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Papadopoulos cracks a nice hook into Partio's ribs.
Papadopoulos is looking to clinch but Partio is avoiding it. #T2#
Partio takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Papadopoulos shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Papadopoulos throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Papadopoulos bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Papadopoulos throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Papadopoulos scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Partio.
Nice shot lands for Papadopoulos.
Partio goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Papadopoulos fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Good work by Papadopoulos as he checks the leg kick.
Papadopoulos misses with an uppercut.
Partio misses with an attempted mid kick.
Partio connects with a looping right hand.
Partio swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio catches Papadopoulos with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Papadopoulos throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Papadopoulos tries to clinch up but Partio circles away and keeps his distance.
Papadopoulos misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio. #T3#
Papadopoulos lands a body shot.
Partio scores with a punch to the head.
Partio takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Partio misses with a low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Partio.
Papadopoulos throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Papadopoulos avoids the head kick by Partio.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Papadopoulos looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio cracks Papadopoulos with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Partio will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Partio takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Partio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Papadopoulos on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
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!
Papadopoulos scores with a jab. Partio acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Partio catches Papadopoulos with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Partio blocks a jab.#T4#
Partio swings for the body but Papadopoulos moves out of range.
Papadopoulos swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Papadopoulos lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio throws out a loose jab but Papadopoulos uses good head movement to avoid it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Papadopoulos checks a leg kick.
Papadopoulos scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Partio has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Papadopoulos thuds his right hand into Partio's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Partio shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Papadopoulos moves away from the strike by Partio.
Papadopoulos misses with an uppercut
and Partio counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Partio throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Papadopoulos seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Papadopoulos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Papadopoulos misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Papadopoulos clinches up against the cage.
Papadopoulos misses with a short punch on the inside.
Partio takes a shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Partio with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #CL#
Papadopoulos gets in close and instigates a clinch.
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 Avraam Papadopoulos will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Papadopoulos takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Papadopoulos tries to land a front kick but Partio steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Partio throws a series of punches but Papadopoulos avoids them all with ease.
Partio circles away from the clinch attempt.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Papadopoulos, as that shot connected.
Partio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Papadopoulos wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Partio looks to land a body kick but Papadopoulos moved away.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Papadopoulos looks to land a right hand but Partio moved out of range.
Partio looks to land a body kick but Papadopoulos moved away.
Papadopoulos takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Papadopoulos punishes Partio's body with a nice straight punch.
Partio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Partio.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Papadopoulos clinches. #BC2#
Partio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A slapping leg kick lands for Partio.
Papadopoulos checks a low kick from Partio.
Partio attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T1#
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Papadopoulos steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Partio.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Papadopoulos just misses with a punch to the body.
Papadopoulos 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.
Papadopoulos misses with a straight left.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Partio tries to bum rush Papadopoulos with a series of wild strikes but Papadopoulos uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A slow jab from Papadopoulos misses its intended target.
Papadopoulos throws a leg kick but Partio sees it coming and moves out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Partio darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Papadopoulos on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Papadopoulos is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Partio throws a body kick that misses.
Partio walks into a stiff left hand from Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Partio throws a low kick but Papadopoulos avoids it.#CL#
Papadopoulos pushes Partio up against the cage in a clinch.
Polliisi Partio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Papadopoulos lands a right hand.
Papadopoulos jumps guard but Partio stands there with Papadopoulos around his waist. Papadopoulos gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Papadopoulos working aggressively here.
Papadopoulos fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Papadopoulos jumps guard but Partio turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Papadopoulos misses with a hook to the ribs.
Papadopoulos lands a body shot in the clinch.
Papadopoulos misses with a hook to the ribs.
Papadopoulos misses with the head strike.
A short uppercut from Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Avraam Papadopoulos. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Papadopoulos lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Partio scores with a body shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Partio. That's going to slow Papadopoulos down.
Papadopoulos tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Papadopoulos connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Partio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Partio slips under a jab.#T3#
Partio checks a low kick from Papadopoulos.
Papadopoulos on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Papadopoulos takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Papadopoulos throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Partio throws a body shot but no joy.
A solid leg kick lands there for Partio.
Papadopoulos misses with a body shot.
Partio throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Papadopoulos was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Papadopoulos loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Partio is trying to counter with his kicks.
Papadopoulos takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A nice inside leg kick there by Partio. That's going to slow Papadopoulos down.
Papadopoulos throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
Partio appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Partio throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Partio throws a nice outside leg kick.
Papadopoulos misses with a wild body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Partio misses.
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Papadopoulos.
Partio scores with a kick to the midsection.
Papadopoulos throws a front kick that sends Partio stumbling back into the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Papadopoulos fails with an attempt to clinch.
Partio appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T4#
Papadopoulos swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Partio tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Partio tries to move into range but Papadopoulos moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Partio throws a wild body kick that Papadopoulos sees coming a mile off.
Papadopoulos avoids a kick to the body.
Papadopoulos scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Partio will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Papadopoulos rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Partio moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
That kick from Papadopoulos tenderised Partio's leg. Partio is trying to keep his angry face on.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Papadopoulos delivers a nice body kick.
Papadopoulos takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Papadopoulos drops his hands momentarily and Partio takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Partio lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio takes a swing at Papadopoulos's ribcage but misses.
Partio fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Papadopoulos checks it well.
Papadopoulos tries to counter by clinching up but Partio breaks away and moves out of range.
Partio slips under a jab.
Partio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Papadopoulos fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Polliisi Partio.
Well Papadopoulos 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 Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 29:28
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: TGC 70: Baby vs Escobar
Date: Aug 18, 2018

#R1#
Krause throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Partio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Krause.
Krause misses with a hook.
Krause throws a nice inside leg kick.
Partio thows a body kick. Krause tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Krause tries to land a leg kick but Partio saw it coming and moves away.
Krause cracks Partio with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd cheers as Partio lands an impressive looking overhand right. Krause doesn't seem phased though.
Krause throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Partio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've been informed that Partio has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Krause throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Partio looks for the body kick but Krause saw that one coming.
Krause fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Partio darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT2#
It looks like Kaine Krause has been cut.
Partio misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
We've been told by Krause's head coaches at Fallen Angels that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A telegraphed right hand from Krause misses the target.
Krause stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
Partio lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Krause circles away quickly and effectively.
A big left from Partio misses.
Partio gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1#
Good work by Krause as he checks the leg kick.
Nice body kick from Partio.
Krause misses with a straight left.
Partio misses with a body shot.
Krause ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Krause tries to clinch up.
Partio misses with a jab, cross combination.
Krause stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
Krause throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A good leg kick by Krause.
Partio throws a lazy body kick
and Krause counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Krause misses with a series of wild punches.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Krause takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Krause swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Partio slips under a jab from Krause.
Krause lunges at Partio with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Partio's hand. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Krause slips a jab from Partio.
Krause misses the jab.
Partio ducks right into an uppercut from Krause.
Partio avoids the body shot from Krause.
Partio lands a nice leg kick that just misses Krause's sensitive parts.
Partio throws a jab when Krause was well out of range.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Krause takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Partio attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Krause is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
Krause misses with a low kick as Partio jumps back.
Krause connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Partio smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The fighters circling - Krause throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Krause pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Krause thows a left - swing and a miss!
Krause takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Partio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T3#
Krause lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Krause looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Partio tries a head kick but it misses.
Krause swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Partio throws a push kick but Krause slaps the foot to one side.
Partio dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Krause. That did some damage!
Partio bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Krause misses the target.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Partio buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Partio pivots, looking for a leg kick but Krause is out of range and Partio settles back down.
Krause missing with a left hand there. Partio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
A jab from Partio does it's job there.
Partio defending well as Krause loads up on a big left hand.
Krause misses with a looping left.
Krause showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Partio.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Krause is just out of range.#T4#
Partio connects with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Partio misses.
Krause throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Krause lands with a good body shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Partio, as that shot connected.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
Krause fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Krause throws a leg kick that is checked
and Partio counters with a nice leg kick.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Krause has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Partio.
Krause jabs Partio to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Partio throws a jab when Krause was well out of range.
Krause avoids a kick to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Krause.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Krause scores with a body shot.
Krause takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The fight stays on the outside here - Krause looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Polliisi Partio will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kaine Krause's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Partio lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Krause cracks a nice hook into Partio's ribs.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Partio lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Krause is looking to clinch but Partio is avoiding it.
Krause fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Partio takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Partio takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A big left from Partio misses.
Krause is looking to counter the offense by Partio and move into the clinch.
Krause throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Krause throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Jab by Krause.
Partio showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Krause.
Krause lands a nice hook to Partio's body. Partio takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio is looking to land body kicks.
Krause tries to counter by clinching up but Partio breaks away and moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Krause. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Krause.#T1#
Partio misses the shot to the body.
Krause just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio misses with a series of wild punches.
Krause throws a chopping leg kick but Partio manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Partio is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Krause throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Krause misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
Krause takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Partio chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Krause misses with a straight right.
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Krause.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Krause misses with a low kick.
Krause slips under a jab from Partio.
Partio looks to land a combination. Krause sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio sizes up Krause with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
Partio slips a straight right by Krause.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
Krause throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Partio stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Krause cracks Partio with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Krause scores with a jab to the head.
A jab lands there for Partio.
Krause tries to clinch but Partio moves out of range.
Krause on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Partio. Partio obviously looking to wear him down.
Krause wants to clinch.
Partio replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Krause blocks it well.
Krause cracks Partio with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Krause lands a head shot.
Partio fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Krause checks it well.
Krause takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Partio's corner calls for a 1-2. Partio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Partio misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Partio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Krause uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Partio.
Krause seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Krause walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Partio, as that shot connected.
Krause misses with a body shot.
Partio is trying to counter with his kicks.
A swing and a miss from Krause.
Krause misses with a right hand
and Partio counters with a nice kick to the body.
Partio motions for Krause to come forward. Partio throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Krause takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Partio lands a jab to the head.
Krause throws a big shot that misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Partio.
Nice shot lands for Partio.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Krause ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Krause. #T4#
Partio lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Partio thumps Krause with a low kick.
Partio takes one to the side of the head.
A slow jab from Partio misses its intended target.
An attempted straight right counter from Krause misses the target.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Krause, right into the meat.
Partio loads up on a big right hand but Krause slips the punch.
Krause tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Partio manages to circle out of the way.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Krause.
A left lands for Krause.
Partio lands a really nice looking cross but Krause seems unphased.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio feints a counter leg kick.
Krause throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Krause thows a left - swing and a miss!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio thumps Krause with a low kick.
Krause swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Krause throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.
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 Kaine Krause will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kaine Krause's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Krause uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Partio.
Partio is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Krause is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Partio.
Partio connects with a crisp jab.
Krause thows a left - swing and a miss!
Partio connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Krause momentarily.
Good leg kick by Partio there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Krause throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Partio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Krause takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
Krause throws a big shot that misses.
Partio lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Good leg kick by Partio there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio thows a left - swing and a miss!
As Partio backs away, Krause returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Krause steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Partio. That one must have hurt.
Krause avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Krause was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Krause throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
A thudding body kick lands there by Partio!
Krause takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T1#
Krause throws a leg kick but Partio checks it.
Partio with a jab.
Partio feints and then cracks Krause's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Krause down.
Krause takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A jab from Krause misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Partio checks a leg kick.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Krause.
A leg kick checked by Partio.
A chopping leg kick lands by Krause.
Krause misses with a wild body shot.
Krause throws a shot from downtown. Partio moves away and avoids it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Partio.
Krause takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Krause moves out of range of the leg kick from Partio.
Krause misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
Donk. Krause catches Partio right on the button with a cross.
A punch lands to the side of Krause 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
Partio misses with a lunging right hand
and Krause counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Krause steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Partio.
Krause tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Partio manages to circle out of the way.
Krause will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Krause.
Krause swings widly with a right hand
and Partio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Partio staying out of range there.
Krause uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Partio.
Krause was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Krause throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
Good shot there by Krause.
Jab, jab by Krause - just one landing.
Partio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Krause jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Krause backing away here, and Partio unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Partio loads up on a big right hand but Krause slips the punch.
Krause swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Krause throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Partio thuds a left hand into Krause's body.
Partio dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Krause. That did some damage!
Krause rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Partio counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Krause looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Krause attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Krause misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Partio only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Partio connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Krause is looking to clinch but Partio is avoiding it.
Krause walks forward, straight into a front kick from Partio.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Krause takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Krause was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
It looked like Krause was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Krause throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio throws a shot to the body.
Krause throws a poor cross that misses
and Partio counters with a stiff right hand.
Partio motions for Krause to come forward. Partio throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Krause feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Krause moves away from the strike by Partio.
Krause misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
Partio is looking to chop away at Krause's legs. #T4#
Krause wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Partio throws a hook to the side of Krause's head but Krause sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Krause was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Partio.
Partio misses with a looping right.
A big left from Krause misses.
Krause loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
A countering left hand to the body from Partio misses.
Partio throws a sloppy head kick and Krause moves out of range easily.
Partio throws a half hearted mid kick.
Partio throws a jab when Krause was well out of range.
Partio scores with a nice strike.
Krause misses with the combination.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Partio.
Krause tries to work over Partio's front leg with a kick but Partio checks it.
Partio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Krause throws a body shot but no joy.
Krause scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Polliisi Partio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Partio 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: TGC 68: Triple Threat 2
Date: Aug 04, 2018

#R1#
The fighters circling - Partio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio checks a low kick from Norden.
A big right from Partio misses.
Partio stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Norden.
Partio misses with a left hand
and Norden counters with a low kick, right behind Partio 's knee.
Partio checks a leg kick.
Partio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Norden.
Partio checks the leg kick nicely there.
A head kick misses from Norden.
Norden steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Partio.
Partio lands with a good body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio missing with a left hand there. Norden was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Norden throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
Partio lands a jab.
Partio fails to land with a series of punches.
Norden wants to clinch.#T1#
Norden tries to close the distance and clinch but Partio swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Partio checks a leg kick.
Partio fails to land with a series of punches.
Partio checks a low kick from Norden.
Partio throws a lazy right hand but Norden sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Norden blocks the leg kick.
Norden wants to counter with a clinch but Partio pushes him away.
Norden misses with a leg kick.
Partio connects with an inside leg kick.
Norden fails to land with a series of punches.
Partio appears to be looking for a big counter.
Norden checks the leg kick.
Partio lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Good leg kick by Norden there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Partio lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Partio lands a slapping body shot. #T2#
Norden fails to land with a series of punches.
Partio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Partio connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio misses the jab.
Norden flicks out a counter leg kick but Partio steps away.
Norden throws a low kick, looking for Partio's leg but Partio calmly moves out of range.
Norden moves in looking to clinch but Partio pushes him off.
Norden does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Partio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Partio lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Norden lands a leg kick that knocks Partio off balance momentarily.
Norden on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Partio throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Norden tries to counter with a clinch but Partio shakes him off and moves away.
Partio swings away with a body shot that misses
and Norden counters with an outside leg kick.
Partio checks the leg kick.
Partio works the jab nicely.#CL2#
Norden gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T3#
Norden lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Partio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Partio lands a hook that snaps the head of Norden backwards.
Partio misses with the head strike.
Norden takes a shot to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Partio.
Still in the clinch, Partio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Norden lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Norden lands a right hand.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Norden takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Norden throws an elbow that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Partio.
Partio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Still in the clinch, Norden scores with a nice short uppercut.
Norden blocks a body shot from Partio.
Partio working aggressively here.
Norden misses with the head strike.
Norden struggles to land a body shot inside as Partio controls his hands. #T4#
Partio blocks a body shot from Norden.
Partio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Norden blocking some punches.
Norden swings wildly with an uppercut but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Norden tries to stall but Partio uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Norden's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Still in the clinch, Norden scores with a nice short uppercut.
Partio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Norden's elbow.
Norden has a couple of punches blocked by Partio.
Norden softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Partio tries a body shot but Norden blocks it.
Partio lands a hook to the side of the head.
Partio misses with the head strike.
Partio misses with a short punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Norden.
Partio has had enough of the clinch but Norden keeps him there for the moment.
A head punch on the inside from Partio fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Norden.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Partio misses with a head kick.
Norden attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Partio throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Norden slips a straight right by Partio.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Norden buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Partio. Norden does a little dance to reset his feet.
Partio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Partio connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Polliisi Partio is winning the standup battle so far.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Norden.
Norden tries to score with a low kick but Partio moves his leg out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norden cracks a nice hook into Partio's ribs.
Partio pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Norden.
Norden slips under a jab.
Norden lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Norden throws a body kick that misses.
Partio is looking to counter punch.
Partio throws a right hand that misses
and Norden cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A low kick from Norden misses
and Partio counters with a stiff right hand.
Norden thumps Partio with a low kick.#CL2#
Partio gets tackled into the cage by Norden. Norden maintains the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Partio.
Partio blocks a body shot from Norden.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Partio.
Norden tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Partio avoids it.
Norden lands a hook to the side of the head.
Partio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Partio swings wildly with an uppercut but Norden uses good head movement to avoid it.
Norden with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Norden misses with a punch on the inside.
Norden lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Partio. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Partio. #BC#
Partio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Partio misses with a straight right.
Norden dodges the punch combination from Partio.
Partio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Norden manages to avoid it.
Norden scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Partio scores with a nice head shot.
Partio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Partio listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL2#
Norden drives through and clinches with Partio against the cage.
Norden doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Norden tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Partio misses with some punches.
Partio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Partio lands an uppercut.#T3#
Norden tries a body shot but Partio blocks it.
Norden lands with a light punch inside.
Partio throws a head punch that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Partio.
A body shot lands from Partio.
Norden goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Partio breaks the clinch.
Norden on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Partio takes a swing at Norden's ribcage but misses.
Norden on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Partio. Partio obviously looking to wear him down.
Partio is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Norden slips under a jab.
Norden throws the left hand but Partio avoids the punch easily.
A big right from Partio misses.
Partio throws a hook but Norden blocks it.
Norden takes one to the chin there.
Norden misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio. #T4#
Norden attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Norden on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Norden lands a leg kick that knocks Partio off balance momentarily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Norden 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 Partio has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Partio and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Norden checks a leg kick nicely.
Partio is looking to chop away at Norden's legs.
Norden tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Partio throws out a loose jab but Norden uses good head movement to avoid it.
Norden throws a leg kick but Partio sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A clash of legs there as Partio blocks the low kick.
Partio fires out a quick counter leg kick but Norden just manages to avoid it.
Partio lands an overhand right.
Norden tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Partio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Norden takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Partio fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Partio has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Norden.
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A leg kick checked by Norden.
Norden throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Partio throws a leg kick but Norden sees it coming and moves out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Norden.
Norden keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Norden is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A low kick from Norden misses
and Partio counters with a stiff right hand.
Partio tests Norden's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Norden blocks the leg kick.
Norden steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Partio.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio is looking to score with low kicks.
Norden lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Partio avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Partio scores with a hook.#ROC#
Norden is rocked!
Partio cracks Norden with a hook to the temple - Norden is on wobbly legs here! Partio swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Norden falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Partio wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: TGC 65: Boaz vs Yoshida 2
Date: Jul 14, 2018

#R1#
Partio slips a jab from Petersen.
Petersen has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Partio is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Partio cracks Petersen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A telegraphed right hand from Petersen misses the target.
Partio lands with a shot to the body.
Petersen misses with an uppercut.
Partio moves forwards but Petersen connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Petersen throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio sizes up Petersen with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
We've been told by Partio's head coaches at Gangsterdamage that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Petersen closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Partio to the mat! Partio manages to get full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#ES#
Partio wriggles free and stands up.
Partio throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Petersen counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES#
Partio manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Petersen throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio. #TD2#
Petersen closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Partio is trying to stand up here but Petersen is controlling him well. #T1#
Petersen trying to control from half guard but Partio is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Petersen is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Petersen is working for a kimura but Partio is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Petersen is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Partio is trying to stand.
Petersen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
Petersen seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Partio does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Petersen thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Partio's head. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Petersen is pressing down on Partio's thigh, looking to free his foot. Partio is holding on for now.
Partio pushes Petersen off looking to stand but Petersen dives back in and keeps control.
Petersen trying to control the action but Partio is working from the bottom.
Partio pushes Petersen off looking to stand but Petersen dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Petersen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Petersen throws a jab when Partio was well out of range.#TD2#
Partio gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Petersen to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Petersen prevents Partio from getting back to his feet. #T3#
Petersen tries to free his leg and advance position but Partio is retaining full guard. #ES#
Partio has his feet on Petersen's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Petersen throws a poor cross that misses
and Partio counters with a straight right hand.
Petersen misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Partio misses the target.
Partio throws a leg kick which misses Petersen's front leg but catches the back leg as Petersen tries to avoid it.
Partio uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Petersen has time to react.
Petersen takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Partio lands with a cross. #ROC#
Petersen is rocked!
Partio throws an overhand right that lands on Petersen's shoulder, as Petersen tries to avoid the shot.
The fighters circling - Petersen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Partio throws a right and a left that Petersen avoids nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Petersen on the side of the head.
Partio looks to land a combination but Petersen avoids it well.
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Petersen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Petersen loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Petersen scores with a jab to the jaw.
Decent striking displayed by Petersen there.
Partio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And Petersen tries to counter it with a takedown but Partio pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A combination from Partio does no damage.
Partio throws a hook but Petersen avoids it easily.
Petersen tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Petersen has a takedown stuffed.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
Partio takes one to the side of the head.
Partio throws a right and a left that both miss.
A little jabbing left from Petersen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A slow jab from Petersen misses its intended target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Partio lands with an uppercut that bounces Petersen off the cage and back into range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Petersen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from Partio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio clobbers Petersen with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Petersen is still on wobbly legs! Can Partio finish him?
Partio throws an overhand right that has Petersen reeling! Partio follows up with more punches and Petersen is out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: TGC Crucible 20
Date: Jun 06, 2018

#R1#
Tessier throws a front kick aimed at Partio's knee but Partio avoids it well.
Tessier avoids the head kick by Partio.
Partio lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Partio looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Partio avoids a kick to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tessier.
Partio drops his hands momentarily and Tessier takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tessier misses with a takedown attempt - Partio sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Partio swinging wildly here.
Tessier appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tessier moves into range and connects with a jab.
Partio closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Partio throws a head kick but Tessier moves out of range.
It looked like Tessier was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Partio.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A big left from Partio misses.
Tessier throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Partio works over Tessier's head and body with a nice combination.
Tessier 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.
Partio keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tessier.#T1#
Tessier wants to land a leg kick but Partio is out of range.
Partio shapes to counter with a head kick.
Tessier ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Tessier avoids the head kick by Partio.
Partio connects with a jab.
A head kick misses from Tessier.
Partio looks to score with a jab to the body but Tessier is just out of range.
Tessier attempts a counter takedown but Partio avoids it well and moves away.
Partio moves out of range of the body kick.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tessier ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Tessier is looking to clinch.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Partio checks a low kick from Tessier.
Partio cracks Tessier with a good jab.
Tessier misses with a hook
and Partio counters with a one-two to the body.
Tessier takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tessier misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tessier throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tessier moves away from the strike by Partio. #T2#
Tessier drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Partio throws a sloppy head kick and Tessier moves out of range easily.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD#
Tessier gets the takedown into side control.
Partio tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Partio wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Partio avoids the strikes from Tessier. #ES2#
Tessier has his opponent's back but Partio is looking to stand. He manages to get to his feet and shakes off Tessier.
Tessier avoids the head kick by Partio.
And Tessier counters with a quick kick to the body but Partio blocks it.
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio scores with a nice right hand.
Tessier scores with a spinning back kick!
Tessier takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T3#
Tessier closes the distance and clinches up with Partio, looking for a takedown. Tessier pushes Partio against the cage but Partio circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Partio throws a head kick but Tessier moves out of range.
Tessier tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tessier takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Partio takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Tessier lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tessier takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Partio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tessier manages to avoid it.
Tessier has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nick Tessier. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tessier on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Partio has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tessier.
Partio checks a low kick from Tessier.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tessier throws a sloppy head kick and Partio moves out of range easily.
Partio scores with a hook to the body. Tessier takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Partio throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tessier.
Partio scores with a jab.
Tessier takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#ROC2#
Tessier is rocked!
Partio checks the leg kick nicely there.
Oh Tessier is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tessier wants to stay close but Partio steps back to make room for something. Tessier seems frozen to the spot and bam! huge swing of the leg from Partio and Tessier drops like he has been shot! A huge head kick and it's all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: TGC 55: Dong vs Yoshida
Date: May 12, 2018

#R1#
Sakuraba throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Sakuraba is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Sakuraba throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Partio flicks out a counter leg kick but Sakuraba steps away.
Partio feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sakurabas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sakuraba waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Partio.
Partio takes a swing at Sakuraba's ribcage but misses.
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
Partio scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sakuraba in his tracks.
Sakuraba throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
Partio looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sakuraba works the jab nicely.
A slapping leg kick lands for Partio.
Sakuraba throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Nice cross by Sakuraba.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sakuraba throws a hook but Partio avoids it easily.
Partio keeps Sakuraba at a distance using the push kick.
Partio tests Sakuraba's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sakuraba avoids the body shot from Partio.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Nice straight punches there by Partio. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Partio.
Partio scores with a jab.
Partio misses with a straight right.
Sakuraba lands a nice hook to Partio's body. Partio takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sakuraba blocks the body kick.
Sakuraba looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Sakuraba misses with a body shot.
A jab from Sakuraba finds it's way through Partio's defenses.
Partio lands with a cross.
Sakuraba walks forward, straight into a front kick from Partio.
Partio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Sakuraba throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Partio avoids the body shot from Sakuraba.
Partio is trying to counter with his kicks.
Partio lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sakuraba takes a step back to recover.
Partio wants to clinch but Sakuraba slips to the side
and Sakuraba counters with a left and a right that stings Partio.
Sakuraba moves out of range as Partio strikes.#T2#
Sakuraba just misses with a punch to the body.
Sakuraba throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sakuraba throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio misses with a low kick.
Partio works the jab nicely.
Partio lands with a thumping leg kick. #CL2#
Partio moves into the clinch.#BC#
Sakuraba escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A swing and a miss from Sakuraba.
Partio lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jab, jab by Partio - just one landing.
Sakuraba on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sakuraba.
Sakuraba misses with a jab, cross combination.
That kick from Partio tenderised Sakuraba's leg. Sakuraba is trying to keep his angry face on.
Partio feints and then cracks Sakuraba's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sakuraba down. #T3#
Sakuraba avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sakuraba throws a big shot that misses.
Partio tries to counter with a clinch but Sakuraba shakes him off and moves away.
Sakuraba throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Partio wants to clinch up but Sakuraba keeps it at a distance.
A little feinted left hand from Sakuraba on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio connects with a right hand. Sakuraba shakes it off.
Partio lands with a nice body punch.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sakuraba throws out the jab.
Sakuraba swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Sakuraba backing away here, and Partio unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Sakuraba moves out of range of the leg kick from Partio.
Sakuraba takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sakuraba is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Partio moves out of range as Sakuraba strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Partio throws out a powerful jab.#T4#
Partio moves out of range of the strikes.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Partio explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Partio is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Sakuraba had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Sakuraba fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Despite the aggression on Partio's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Partio thumps Sakuraba with a low kick.
Partio throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Sakuraba displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
Partio throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sakuraba chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
Partio misses the body punch
and Sakuraba connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Partio lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Partio pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Sakuraba back to the cage. Partio follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sakuraba takes one to the chin there.
Sakuraba takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sakuraba on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Partio paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Sakuraba is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Partio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sakuraba moves away.
Sakuraba moves out of range of the strikes.
A quick step to the side and Sakuraba tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio misses with a lunging right hand
and Sakuraba counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sakuraba with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Partio to score with a decent uppercut.
A low kick from Partio is predictable there
and Sakuraba connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sakuraba ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Partio swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Partio cracks Sakuraba with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sakuraba misses with the combination.
A shot to the body from Partio misses
and Sakuraba counters with a straight right hand.
Sakuraba looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Sakuraba loads up on a big right hand but Partio slips the punch.
Partio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio lands a lovely overhand right.
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sakuraba was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
Sakuraba thuds his right hand into Partio's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Partio throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Partio keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Partio fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sakuraba is out of range.
Partio throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Sakuraba counters with a one-two to the body.
Sakuraba lands with a right hand. #ROC#
Partio is rocked!
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sakuraba.
Partio is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Partio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Partio lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sakuraba takes a step back to recover.
Sakuraba avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Sakuraba swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Sakuraba walks into a stiff left hand from Partio.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio scores with a three punch combo!
Sakuraba tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Sakuraba.
Partio avoids the body shot from Sakuraba.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Partio scores with a nice body kick.
Partio thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Sakuraba if he has to take too many more of those.
Partio looks to clinch
and Sakuraba counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Partio throws a good cross that connects.
Partio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sakuraba.
Partio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sakuraba lands a slapping body shot.
Sakuraba misses with a few strikes there.
Sakuraba will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Partio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sakuraba is looking to counter punch.
Partio keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Partio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sakuraba.
Sakuraba swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio lands with a shot to the body.
Partio scores with a hook.
Partio misses with a low kick.#T3#
Sakuraba looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A leg kick checked by Sakuraba.
A punch lands to the side of Sakuraba 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Partio explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Sakuraba takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Partio gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Partio scores with a leg kick.
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sakuraba.
Partio connects with a single shot there.
Partio dips to his left and cracks Sakuraba with an uppercut!
A big right from Partio misses.
Partio throws the kick towards the body but Sakuraba avoids it.
Sakuraba is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Sakuraba tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Sakuraba.
Sakuraba throws out a loose jab but Partio uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sakuraba walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A good leg kick by Partio.
A decent looking cross lands there for Partio.
Sakuraba takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sakuraba looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Sakuraba lands with a hook. Partio tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Partio lands with a thumping leg kick.
Partio closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Sakuraba throws a lazy right hand but Partio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Partio feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sakurabas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A looping hook to the body misses from Partio. Sakuraba does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sakuraba checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sakuraba throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Sakuraba ducks down to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sakuraba displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
Sakuraba jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A slapping leg kick lands for Partio.
Sakuraba throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sakuraba misses with a looping right.#CL2#
Partio gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Sakuraba working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Partio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sakuraba wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Sakuraba has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC#
Sakuraba breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio lands a jab to the head.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Partio moves into the clinch successfully.
Sakuraba lands an uppercut.
Sakuraba blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A nice right hand lands inside from Sakuraba. #T1#
Partio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sakuraba has a couple of punches blocked by Partio.
Sakuraba lands a hook that snaps the head of Partio backwards.
Sakuraba is trying to force a seperation but Partio has the dominant position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Partio.
Sakuraba is trying to break the clinch but Partio has him pressed against the cage.
Partio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Partio blocks an uppercut.
I was talking to Sakuraba's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Sakuraba swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Partio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Partio has a couple of punches blocked by Sakuraba.
Sakuraba wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Partio has him pressed against the cage.
Sakuraba is looking to break free of the clinch but Partio has double underhooks.
Partio has a couple of punches blocked by Sakuraba. #BC#
Sakuraba pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Partio scores with a nice body kick.
Partio avoids the body shot from Sakuraba.
Hayato Sakuraba has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Partio plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Partio lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Partio.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sakuraba is out of range.
Partio connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nice cross by Partio.
Sakuraba throws a big shot that misses.
Partio tries to counter with a clinch but Sakuraba shakes him off and moves away.
Nice body punch from Partio.
Partio lands a body shot.
Sakuraba fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Partio throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Partio digs a good body shot into Sakuraba's ribs.
Partio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Partio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T3#
Partio throws a sloppy head kick and Sakuraba moves out of range easily.
Sakuraba was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Partio bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sakuraba's head backwards.
Sakuraba connects with a single shot there.
Partio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sakuraba.
Partio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice body kick from Partio.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sakuraba drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Partio throws a series of punches but Sakuraba moves out of range.
Partio avoids the body shot from Sakuraba.
A swing and a miss from Sakuraba.
Partio is looking for the big counter here.
Partio works the jab nicely.
Sakuraba tries to move into range but Partio moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Partio fails to land with a series of punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio tries a low kick but Sakuraba avoids it.
Sakuraba was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4#
Partio connects with a looping right hand.
Partio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sakuraba throws a hook to the side of Partio's head but Partio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sakuraba misses the shot to the body.
Sakuraba checks the leg kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Partio - that will leave a mark!
Partio throws a head kick that Sakuraba semi-blocks.
Sakuraba misses with a series of wild punches.
Partio misses with a low kick.
Sakuraba is looking to counter punch.
Partio feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sakurabas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sakuraba chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
Partio scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sakuraba takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
The defeated Hayato Sakuraba had this to say: 'All i want is you!!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 01, 2018

#R1#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Partio.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Owraa throws out the jab.
Partio cracks the inside of Owraa's front leg.
Partio lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Partio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio scores with a jab.#CUT#
It looks like Uruk Owraa has been cut.
Owraa throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Partio counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Partio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Owraa looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Partio thumps Owraa with a low kick.
A head kick misses from Owraa.
Partio bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio lands a nice leg kick that just misses Owraa's sensitive parts.
Owraa fails with the takedown.
A quick step to the side and Partio tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Partio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #CL#
Partio forces Owraa back against the cage and clinches.
Partio lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Owraa fails to pull guard.
Owraa is trying to pull guard but Partio has him pressed against the cage.
Polliisi Partio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Uruk Owraa.
Owraa jumps guard but Partio turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Partio lands a right hand.
Owraa tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T1##BC#
Partio manages to break the clinch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Partio.
Owraa swinging wildly here.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Partio has knocked Owraa down with a huge combo! Partio steps away and waves a wobbly Owraa back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Owraa is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Partio is stalking Owraa. Owraa circles to his left. Keeps circling left. Bam! Straight right from Partio, and it's lights out! Owraa really payed the price for that rookie mistake.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Polliisi Partio!
After the fight, Polliisi Partio was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
In defeat, Uruk Owraa stepped up to the mic, saying 'I did not get to drink the blood of my opponent but I promise Il be back to take his soul.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 18, 2017

#R1#
Mac Ultimate moves in looking to clinch but Partio pushes him off.
Mac Ultimate takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL#
Partio closes the distance and clinches.
Mac Ultimate wants a takedown.
Partio working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from Partio on the inside.
Mac Ultimate wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Partio as the two fighters clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Partio.
Partio lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right from Partio on the inside.
Partio works on Mac Ultimate 's body with a couple of short punches.
A frustrated look appears on Mac Ultimate 's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Partio presses Mac Ultimate against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Mac Ultimate looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Good body shot from Partio.
Partio lands an uppercut.
Partio lands a right hand. #T1#
Partio is leaning against Mac Ultimate and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Partio creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Partio throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Mac Ultimate looking to stall.
Partio lands with a right to the head.
Partio scores with a shot to the side of Mac Ultimate 's head.
Partio scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mac Ultimate has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Partio avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Partio.
A short right from Partio.
Partio lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nice body punch from Partio - that landed with a thud.
Partio lands a hook that snaps the head of Mac Ultimate backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Partio.
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!
Partio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mac Ultimate backwards.
Partio scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T2#
Partio pushes Mac Ultimate back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Partio lands a hook that snaps the head of Mac Ultimate backwards.
Partio lands with a right to the head.
Partio cracks Mac Ultimate with a nice body shot.
Mac Ultimate looks winded!
Partio lands a body shot.
Partio cracks Mac Ultimate with a nice body shot.
Partio lands a right hand.
Partio lands a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Partio as the two fighters clinch.
Partio working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Partio.
Partio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A hook to the body from Partio.
Partio scores with a shot to the side of Mac Ultimate 's head.
Partio throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Partio lands a left hand. #T3#
Partio lands a shot to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Partio.
Still in the clinch, Partio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Partio is working Mac Ultimate over against the cage.
Mac Ultimate is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Partio to keep the fight standing.
Polliisi Partio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jimmy Mac Ultimate .
Partio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nice body punch from Partio - that landed with a thud.
A shot in the inside from Partio.
Partio throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Partio lands a body shot.
A short uppercut from Partio.
Partio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mac Ultimate backwards.
Mac Ultimate is trying to drag Partio to the mat but Partio just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Partio gets through Mac Ultimate 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short left from Partio. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mac Ultimate backwards.
A short uppercut from Partio.
Partio lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mac Ultimate backwards.
Still in the clinch, Partio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Partio lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Partio cracks Mac Ultimate with a nice body shot.
Partio lands with a right to the head.
Partio lands a body punch in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Partio.
Partio lands with a light punch inside.
Partio is working Mac Ultimate over against the cage.
Partio lands a right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A body shot lands from Partio.
A nice left hand lands by Partio.
Partio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Partio lands with a short shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Partio moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Jimmy Mac Ultimate is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Partio lands a nice hook to Mac Ultimate 's body. Mac Ultimate takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Partio lands with a shot to the body.
Mac Ultimate fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Partio throwing a counter right hand but Mac Ultimate manages to avoid it.
Partio goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Partio throws a series of punches but Mac Ultimate avoids them all with ease. #CL#
Partio moves into the clinch successfully.
Mac Ultimate is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Partio pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Partio lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mac Ultimate or not.
Partio lands an uppercut.
Partio working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short left from Partio.
Partio is leaning against Mac Ultimate and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Mac Ultimate is breathing heavily.
Nice body punch from Partio.
Partio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
Still in the clinch, Partio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Partio lands a nice uppercut.
Partio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mac Ultimate backwards.
Partio lands a body shot.
Partio is working Mac Ultimate over against the cage.
Partio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Partio throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mac Ultimate s head.
A left hand lands to the body for Partio.
Partio works on Mac Ultimate 's body with a couple of short punches.
Partio lands with a right to the head.
A shot in the inside from Partio.
Polliisi Partio has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Partio gets through Mac Ultimate 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Partio lands a body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mac Ultimate 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Partio lands with a right to the head.
Mac Ultimate 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T2#
Partio is working Mac Ultimate over against the cage.
Partio lands with a light punch inside.
A short right from Partio.
A right hand to the body from Partio.
A nice right hand lands inside from Partio.
Partio throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mac Ultimate s head.
Partio lands with a short shot to the head. #ROC#
Mac Ultimate is rocked!
Partio throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mac Ultimate s head.
Mac Ultimate is still on wobbly legs! Can Partio finish him?
A shot in the inside from Partio.
Partio works on Mac Ultimate 's body with a couple of short punches.
A right hand to the body from Partio.
Partio pushes Mac Ultimate back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Partio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A body shot lands from Partio.
Partio lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mac Ultimate backwards.
Partio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mac Ultimate backwards.
Mac Ultimate takes a shot to the head.
Partio working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Partio.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Partio.
Partio creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Mac Ultimate with a big uppercut! Mac Ultimate tries to clinch up but Partio pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Mac Ultimate to the mat! Mac Ultimate covers up and Partio unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Polliisi Partio!
Polliisi Partio tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

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