Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: H9
Date: Aug 06, 2023

#R1#
BySubtraction checks a leg kick nicely.
BySubtraction was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota avoids the body shot from BySubtraction.
Kubota looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab.
BySubtraction lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
BySubtraction with a hook.
Kubota stalks BySubtraction and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into BySubtraction's face. BySubtraction staggers backwards, shaken.
BySubtraction is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kubota throws the left hand but BySubtraction avoids the punch easily.
As Kubota backs away, BySubtraction returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
BySubtraction is looking to clinch but Kubota is avoiding it.
Kubota thuds his right hand into BySubtraction's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This has been an exciting period of action!
BySubtraction looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
BySubtraction pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
BySubtraction walks into a straight right hand from Kubota.
BySubtraction throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
An attempted straight right counter from BySubtraction misses the target.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kubota avoids the body shot from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from BySubtraction there as he acknowledges the shot.
BySubtraction tries to land a front kick but Kubota steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
BySubtraction takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CL2#
Kubota moves into the clinch.
Kubota looking to stall. #T1#
BySubtraction misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kubota. #BC#
BySubtraction breaks the clinch.
BySubtraction walks into a stiff left hand from Kubota.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but BySubtraction moves away.
Kubota is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
BySubtraction cracks Kubota with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
BySubtraction throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice cross by Kubota.
BySubtraction waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
BySubtraction tries to clinch up but Kubota circles away and keeps his distance.
Kubota thinks about the counter body kick.
BySubtraction avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
BySubtraction throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
BySubtraction pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
BySubtraction lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
BySubtraction misses the jab.
Jab, jab by Kubota - just one landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A punch lands to the side of Kubota 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A punch lands to the side of Kubota 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kubota lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kubota.
Kubota lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #T2#
Kubota takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
BySubtraction showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kubota.
BySubtraction fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! BySubtraction had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
BySubtraction gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
BySubtraction keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Good work by BySubtraction as he checks the leg kick.#CL2#
Kubota takes the fight into the clinch.
BySubtraction blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota is looking to control BySubtraction's arms but BySubtraction gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kubota has his back to the ropes.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
BySubtraction blocking some punches.
Kubota is stalling here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kubota misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota avoiding damage as BySubtraction throws knees to the body.
BySubtraction doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kubota looking to slow down the pace here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Kubota as he connects with a hook.
BySubtraction misses with a looping right.
BySubtraction waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
A slow jab from BySubtraction misses its intended target.
Kubota tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
BySubtraction walks into a straight right hand from Kubota.
BySubtraction throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
BySubtraction tries to clinch there but Kubota circles away.
BySubtraction scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
BySubtraction waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Kubota is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
BySubtraction throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
BySubtraction lunges at Kubota with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kubota's hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Kubota getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and BySubtraction moves out of range easily.
Kubota scores with a jab.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
BySubtraction has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kubota finds it's way round the side to connect with BySubtraction's head.
BySubtraction misses the jab.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. BySubtraction saw that one coming.
BySubtraction misses with a body shot.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
BySubtraction throws a leg kick which misses Kubota's front leg but catches the back leg as Kubota tries to avoid it.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Kubota. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Kubota misses with a hook.
BySubtraction misses with a straight right.
Kubota now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kubota slips a straight right by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
BySubtraction tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kubota swats him away and circles back towards the center.
BySubtraction swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota lunges at BySubtraction with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by BySubtraction's hand.
A big left from BySubtraction misses. #CL2#
Kubota has BySubtraction up against the ropes in a clinch.
BySubtraction tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kubota avoids it.#BC#
BySubtraction breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
BySubtraction takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kubota takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T2##CL2#
Kubota closes the distance and pushes BySubtraction back into the ropes.
Kubota slowing the pace effectively.
Kubota dodges an elbow strike from BySubtraction.
Kubota blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kubota displaying some good clinch control by pressing BySubtraction up against the ropes.
A nice left hand lands by Kubota.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kubota.
Kubota on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
BySubtraction struggles to land a body shot inside as Kubota controls his hands. #BC#
BySubtraction pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
BySubtraction lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nice shot lands for Kubota.
Kubota connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Kubota moves into the clinch successfully.
Kubota blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
BySubtraction crunches a lovely knee into Kubota's ribcage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
BySubtraction blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Kubota takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Addition BySubtraction has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
BySubtraction swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jab, jab by Kubota - just one landing.
Kubota moves away from the strike by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kubota. That did some damage!
BySubtraction on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Kubota lands with a right hand.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota lands with a nice body punch.
Nice shot lands for Kubota.
Kubota misses with a few strikes there.
Kubota with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
BySubtraction misses with a low kick.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
BySubtraction throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kubota moves away from the strike by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota throws a right hand that BySubtraction ducks under and follows up with a left that BySubtraction also avoids with ease.
A little feinted left hand from BySubtraction on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kubota lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
BySubtraction swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
BySubtraction throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Takeru Kubota is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
BySubtraction throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
BySubtraction rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kubota moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
BySubtraction tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from BySubtraction.
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
Kubota connects with a jab.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Kubota clinches with his opponent.
Kubota blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kubota avoiding damage as BySubtraction throws knees to the body.
BySubtraction misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kubota.
BySubtraction throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Kubota blocks it with crossed arms.
BySubtraction with an attempt at a knee that misses.
BySubtraction wants to break free but Kubota has control.
BySubtraction throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Kubota blocks it with crossed arms.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
BySubtraction tries to land knees in the clinch but Kubota avoids the damage to the body.
BySubtraction wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T2#
Kubota lands with a short shot to the head.
BySubtraction trying to land knees to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for BySubtraction.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota has BySubtraction pressed against the ropes, preventing BySubtraction from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kubota.
BySubtraction tries to land knees in the clinch but Kubota avoids the damage to the body.
BySubtraction is trying to break free.
BySubtraction tries to break free but Kubota pushes him back against the ropes.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Kubota lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of BySubtraction backwards.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
BySubtraction tries to land knees in the clinch but Kubota avoids the damage to the body.
Kubota has BySubtraction pressed against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
BySubtraction missing with knees to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Takeru Kubota.
Well Kubota 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 Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
After the fight, Takeru Kubota 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: H5
Date: Jul 09, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Kubota rushes Fuerte and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Fuerte blocking some punches.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kubota - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Kubota lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kubota lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC#
Fuerte breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kubota throws a series of punches but Fuerte moves out of range.
Fuerte throws a big counter combination but Kubota scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Fuerte is just out of range.
Fuerte is looking to counter with a body kick.
Fuerte uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
A shot to the body from Kubota misses
and Fuerte counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Fuerte does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fuerte went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Fuerte looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kubota throws a shot to the body.
Kubota ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kubota is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Fuerte rather than just go for the knockout.#T1#
Fuerte avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a two punch combination. #CL2#
Kubota has closed the distance and engaged Fuerte in a clinch.
Fuerte tries to break free but Kubota pushes him back against the ropes.
Kubota keeps control of Fuerte as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kubota is trying to maintain a safe position but Fuerte gets an underhook and turns Kubota into the ropes.
Kubota has Fuerte pressed against the ropes, preventing Fuerte from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short uppercut from Kubota.
Fuerte wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kubota has him pressed against the ropes.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Fuerte tries a body shot but Kubota blocks it.
Fuerte misses with a knee strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fuerte.
Kubota digs a right hand into Fuerte's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fuerte's gas tank.
Kubota displaying some good clinch control by pressing Fuerte up against the ropes.#T2#
Kubota is looking to control Fuerte's arms but Fuerte gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kubota has his back to the ropes.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fuerte is trying to push Kubota away but Kubota has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Fuerte wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A nice left hand lands by Kubota.
Fuerte tries to circle away but Kubota has him pinned against the ropes.
Fuerte is trying to break free.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota scores with a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body. #BC2#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kubota scores with a jab. Fuerte acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Fuerte ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota swings for the body but Fuerte moves out of range.
Kubota tries to clinch but Fuerte moves away
and Fuerte counters with a nice uppercut.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Kubota. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Kubota swings for the body but Fuerte moves out of range.
Fuerte doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kubota bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Fuerte's head backwards.
A shot to the body from Kubota misses
and Fuerte counters with a right hand to the body.
Fuerte avoids the body shot from Kubota.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Fuerte's leg. Fuerte is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kubota feints and then cracks Fuerte's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Fuerte down.
Kubota cracks Fuerte with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
Fuerte doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Fuerte on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Fuerte saw that one coming.
Fuerte appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kubota misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Fuerte was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fuerte takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Fuerte was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kubota misses with a hook to the body
and Fuerte counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kubota falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Fuerte counter with a right hand. #T2#
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Fuerte saw that one coming.
Kubota swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Fuerte counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota throws the left hand but Fuerte avoids the punch easily.
A quick step to the side and Fuerte tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kubota lands a right hook to the body.
Kubota scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT2#It looks like Farto Fuerte has been cut.
Kubota swings for the body but Fuerte moves out of range.
Kubota has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Kubota darts in and clinches Fuerte up against the ropes.
Fuerte misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kubota.
Kubota lands a hook that snaps the head of Fuerte backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Farto Fuerte's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Fuerte is just out of range.
Farto Fuerte has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kubota is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Kubota swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Fuerte counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota connects with a leg kick.
Kubota with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Fuerte uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Fuerte is looking for a counter combo.#CL2#
Kubota closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fuerte can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Fuerte lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Fuerte's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kubota's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Kubota duly obliges. #T1#
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fuerte doesn't seem bothered though.
Fuerte takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Takeru Kubota is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kubota wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Kubota wants to clinch.
Fuerte takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#T2#
Kubota works the jab nicely.
Kubota throws a shot to the body.
Kubota tries to clinch there but Fuerte circles away. #CL2#
Kubota pushes Fuerte up against the ropes in a clinch.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fuerte throws a head punch that misses.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Fuerte goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fuerte tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kubota's elbow.
Fuerte can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Takeru Kubota seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Fuerte tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kubota's elbow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kubota 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 Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 31, 2023

#R1#
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Inday with an uppercut!
Inday takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CL#
Kubota closes the distance and clinches.
Inday has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kubota is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Inday's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Inday backwards.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kubota - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Still in the clinch, Kubota scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right from Kubota.
Inday goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kubota prevents it.
Kubota throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Indays head. #T1#
Kubota taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Kubota really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kubota stuns Inday with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kubota thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Inday if he has to take too many more of those.
Kubota scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Kubota fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Inday looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Inday on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Inday doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Kubota moves into range and clinches up with Inday.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kubota creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #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!#BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch.
Inday drops his hands momentarily and Kubota takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota scores with a leg kick. #CL#
Kubota moves into range and clinches up with Inday.
Kubota lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota lands a left hand.
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
Inday can't get the takedown.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pagadianon Inday.#T3#
A nice left hand lands by Kubota. #BC#
Kubota manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Kubota drives through and clinches with Inday against the cage.
Inday being controlled against the cage.
Kubota lands with a left to the head.
Kubota lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Inday takes a shot to the head.
Kubota prevents a takedown attempt there.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kubota. #T4#
Kubota lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kubota creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC#Inday is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A hook to the body from Kubota.
Inday is still on wobbly legs! Can Kubota finish him?
Kubota pushes Inday back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota gets through Inday's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kubota lands a body shot.
Kubota lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kubota slows down the pace here.
Kubota is struggling to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Inday gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kubota.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Inday seems to have recovered his senses.
Inday with a lazy takedown attempt
and Kubota counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Inday takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Kubota has Inday up against the cage in a clinch.
Kubota lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Kubota lets loose with a powerful body kick. Inday will feel that in the morning.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Kubota here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kubota, as that shot connected.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Inday can do to turn this around?
Kubota bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kubota lets loose with a powerful body kick. Inday will feel that in the morning.
Inday takes one to the side of the head.
Kubota scores with a nice strike.
Inday gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Inday drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
That kick from Kubota tenderised Inday's leg. Inday is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL#
Kubota fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Inday, pushing him back against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Kubota.
Inday tries to score a body lock takedown but Kubota shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Inday is working for takedown but Kubota is calmly controlling the position for now.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pagadianon Inday.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kubota.
Kubota lands with a short shot to the head.
Kubota prevents the takedown attempt.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kubota lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kubota.#T3#
Kubota with a nice calf kick.
Inday takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kubota works over Inday's head and body with a nice combination.#CL#
Kubota takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch.
Kubota scores with a hook to the body. Inday takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Inday moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kubota works over Inday's head and body with a nice combination.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota lands a two punch combo.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota lands a slapping body shot.
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Inday doesn't seem bothered though.
Kubota with the inside leg kick.
Kubota cracks a nice hook into Inday's ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Inday moves forwards but Kubota connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kubota lands a right hook to the body.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Inday's head back.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Inday has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Inday takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota lands a head shot.
Inday misses with a takedown attempt
and Kubota counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kubota.#T1#
Inday takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Inday's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kubota with the inside leg kick.
Kubota throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kubota fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Inday on the side of the head.
Kubota moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Inday on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Inday ducks right into an uppercut from Kubota. #CL#
Kubota clinches up with Inday and pushes him back against the cage.#T2#
Kubota lands punches inside but they're not really causing much 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!
Kubota lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kubota lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Inday to his knees! Kubota keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Takeru Kubota!
A less than humble Takeru Kubota misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: AKF: Reboot
Date: Apr 22, 2023

#R1#
BySubtraction connects with the punch.
BySubtraction tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kubota with a nice calf kick.
Kubota throws a shot to the body.
Kubota really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
BySubtraction takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped BySubtraction's head back.
BySubtraction throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
BySubtraction feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kubotas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
BySubtraction throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
BySubtraction wants to clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
BySubtraction scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but BySubtraction was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
BySubtraction lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kubota at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
BySubtraction darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kubota moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.#CL#
Kubota moves into the clinch.
BySubtraction scores a nice knee to the body.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Kubota works on BySubtraction's body with a couple of short punches.
Kubota misses with some punches. #T1#
Kubota tries to stall but BySubtraction uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
BySubtraction utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#BC2#
BySubtraction breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota tries to land a leg kick but BySubtraction saw it coming and moves away.
BySubtraction throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A swing and a miss from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction takes one to the side of the head.
BySubtraction uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kubota has time to react.#ROC2#Kubota is rocked!
BySubtraction uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Oh Kubota is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. BySubtraction engages and cracks Kubota with a massive lead left hook - Kubota tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! BySubtraction is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Addition BySubtraction!
Addition BySubtraction 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: AKF 86
Date: Mar 25, 2023

#R1#
BySubtraction looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Kubota connects with a crisp jab.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before BySubtraction has time to react.
Kubota tries to bum rush BySubtraction with a series of wild strikes but BySubtraction uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
BySubtraction feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kubotas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
BySubtraction pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota flicks out a counter leg kick but BySubtraction steps away.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
The fighters circling - BySubtraction throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
BySubtraction misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
BySubtraction misses with a looping right.
BySubtraction throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
BySubtraction tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
BySubtraction is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
BySubtraction takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
Kubota defending well as BySubtraction loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota looks like he wants to counter punch here.
BySubtraction throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kubota feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits BySubtractions jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
BySubtraction takes one to the chin there.
Kubota scores with a punch to the head.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota slips under a jab from BySubtraction.
Kubota displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
The fighters circling - BySubtraction throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
BySubtraction lands with a cross.
Kubota misses with a jab, cross combination.
BySubtraction throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.#CL#
BySubtraction moves into range and clinches up with Kubota.#BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
BySubtraction swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
BySubtraction throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota throws a right hand that BySubtraction ducks under and follows up with a left that BySubtraction also avoids with ease.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
BySubtraction avoids a punch combination nicely.
BySubtraction appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
BySubtraction misses with a straight right.
Kubota moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
Kubota connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
BySubtraction tries to clinch up but Kubota circles away and keeps his distance.
A little jabbing left from Kubota on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
BySubtraction takes one to the side of the head.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as BySubtraction throws out the jab. #T2#
BySubtraction tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A shot to the liver by Kubota. Beautiful body shot.
BySubtraction with a nice calf kick.
BySubtraction tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
BySubtraction throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
BySubtraction misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Sloppy strikes from Kubota. Those never looked like landing.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before BySubtraction has time to react.
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice jab.
BySubtraction throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota tries to bum rush BySubtraction with a series of wild strikes but BySubtraction uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
BySubtraction throws a body shot but no joy.
BySubtraction misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from BySubtraction. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks BySubtraction off balance momentarily.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kubota connects with a single shot there.
BySubtraction throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota lands a lovely overhand right.
A big left from BySubtraction misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kubota! But no joy.
BySubtraction throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
BySubtraction closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
BySubtraction throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kubota throws a low kick but BySubtraction avoids it.
A counter left hand to the body from BySubtraction misses its target.
Kubota connects with a looping right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. BySubtraction does a little dance to reset his feet.
BySubtraction misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Kubota. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Kubota connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Good leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but BySubtraction is just out of range.
Kubota staying out of range there.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from BySubtraction.
Kubota ducks right into an uppercut from BySubtraction.
A big left from BySubtraction misses.
Kubota lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kubota jabs BySubtraction to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
BySubtraction misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Nice shot lands for Kubota.
A decent looking cross lands there for BySubtraction.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
BySubtraction takes one on the chin but seems OK.
BySubtraction takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T1#
Kubota slips under a jab from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
BySubtraction throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kubota blocks a jab.
A jab from BySubtraction does it's job there.
Kubota misses with a wild combination.
BySubtraction scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
BySubtraction moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
It looked like BySubtraction wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
BySubtraction is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as BySubtraction throws out the jab.
Kubota lands with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
BySubtraction throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
BySubtraction takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
That kick from Kubota tenderised BySubtraction's leg. BySubtraction is trying to keep his angry face on.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
BySubtraction misses with a straight left. #T2#
BySubtraction misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
A slow jab from BySubtraction misses its intended target.
Good standup being displayed there by Kubota as he connects with a hook.
Kubota slips under a jab.
BySubtraction lands the left hand.
Kubota takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
BySubtraction's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kubota connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! BySubtraction scrambles back to his feet.
BySubtraction takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kubota connects with the punch.
BySubtraction tries to clinch there but Kubota circles away.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
BySubtraction looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
BySubtraction looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
BySubtraction looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota throws out a counter right but BySubtraction avoids it with no problem.
Kubota misses with a double jab.
Kubota moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A low kick lands for BySubtraction.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped BySubtraction's head back.
Kubota lands with a cross.
BySubtraction stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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. This is the final round!#R3#
Kubota avoids the body shot from BySubtraction.
Addition BySubtraction has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
BySubtraction lands a nice hook to Kubota's body. Kubota takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
BySubtraction bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
BySubtraction looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Kubota flicks out a counter leg kick but BySubtraction steps away.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
BySubtraction is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent BySubtraction stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kubota.
BySubtraction missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits BySubtractions jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
BySubtraction just misses with a punch to the body.
BySubtraction misses with a looping left.
BySubtraction lunges at Kubota with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kubota's hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
BySubtraction swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
BySubtraction misses with a straight right.
BySubtraction rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kubota counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
BySubtraction walks into a straight right hand from Kubota.
BySubtraction throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
BySubtraction looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on BySubtraction. That did some damage!
Kubota listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
BySubtraction tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kubota connects with a nice looking jab. #T1#
BySubtraction looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
BySubtraction takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Takeru Kubota is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kubota looks to land a combination. BySubtraction sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Kubota lunges at BySubtraction with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by BySubtraction's hand.
BySubtraction takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kubota misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A slow jab from BySubtraction misses its intended target.
Kubota bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nice uppercut there from Kubota.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
BySubtraction misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
BySubtraction walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota tries to bum rush BySubtraction with a series of wild strikes but BySubtraction uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
BySubtraction is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kubota misses with the combination.
BySubtraction loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
Kubota slips under a jab.
BySubtraction swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kubota counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. BySubtraction doesn't seem bothered though.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota lands a jab to the nose.
Kubota scores with a crisp jab that stopped BySubtraction in his tracks. #KD#
BySubtraction drops a shoulder and throws a biiiig uppercut that drops Kubota onto his butt! Kubota pops straight back to his feet to convince the referee that he's OK to continue.
Kubota swinging wildly here.
A quick step to the side and BySubtraction tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
BySubtraction missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A jab from Kubota finds it's way through BySubtraction's defenses.
Kubota moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
Kubota misses with a double jab.
The fighters circling - BySubtraction throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction with a nice calf kick.
BySubtraction loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
BySubtraction jabbing away but nothing is landing.
BySubtraction swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota moves away from the strike by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction swings and misses with a hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Takeru Kubota.
I've got Kubota 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: AKF 83
Date: Feb 25, 2023

#R1#
Kubota lands with a shot to the body.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Roy lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kubota darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Roy throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota connects with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota misses with a wild combination.
Roy misses with a kick to the body. #T1#
Kubota cracks Roy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Roy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Roy.
Roy checks a leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Kubota blocks the low kick.
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Roy moves out of range of the strikes.
Roy takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T2#
Kubota misses with the combination.
Kubota throws a head kick but Roy moves out of range.
It looked like Roy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a few strikes there.
Roy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Roy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota shapes to counter with a head kick.
Kubota stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Roy.
Roy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota cracks a nice hook into Roy's ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
That's time! Roy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A lazy body kick from Roy
and Kubota counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A jab from Kubota finds it's way through Roy's defenses.
Kubota's coach down at Canadian Elite Bruins Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kubota's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Kubota throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Roy's head.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick from Roy.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Roy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota misses with an uppercut
and Roy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Roy tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kubota swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Kubota will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Takeru Kubota is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Roy saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Roy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Roy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kubota looks to land a combination but Roy avoids it well.
Kubota works Roy's body with a nice hook.
Roy lands a nice looking body kick.
Kubota smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2#
Kubota takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kubota is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Roy catches Kubota napping and cracks him with a perfect head kick! Kubota goes down! He's bigtime hurt! He's not going to make it back to his feet - the referee has called it off! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Rob Roy!
Rob Roy made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Tosen- brave heart respect'.

Event: AKF 69 | Akira vs. Kim
Date: Sep 24, 2022

#R1#
Rram looks to land a combination but Kubota avoids it well.
Kubota is looking for the big counter here.
Rram connects with a jab.
Rram misses with a series of wild punches.
Rram misses with a combination
and Kubota counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kubota is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Rram lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kubota circles away quickly and effectively.
Kubota is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Rram.
Yajson Rram seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rram misses with a double jab
and Rram takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota throws a body kick that misses.
Rram misses with a series of wild punches.
Rram looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Rram misses with a lunging right hand
and Kubota counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Rram swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kubota counters with an inside leg kick.
Rram swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kubota counters with a stiff right hand.
Kubota 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.
Rram swings widly with a right hand
letting Kubota counter with a right hand.
Rram will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rram misses with a body punch
and Kubota counters with a series of strikes. Rram will be more careful next time no doubt.
Rram swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rram looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Rram.
Kubota swats away the attempt to clinch by Rram.
Rram fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T2#
Kubota drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rram dips to his left and cracks Kubota with an uppercut!
Rram jabs Kubota right on the nose. Kubota blinks but takes it well.
Kubota takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kubota slips a jab and a cross from Rram.
Rram looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rram ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Rram does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rram appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Rram tries to move into range but Kubota moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Rram throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Rram is looking to land body kicks.
Rram throws a big shot that misses.
Kubota throws a right and a left that Rram avoids nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rram throws out a leg kick but Kubota moves out of range and Rram only half commits.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kubota! But no joy.
Rram fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rram takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rram keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Yajson Rram will probably get the nod.
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.#R2#
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota blocks a leg kick.
Rram tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kubota swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rram swinging wildly here.
Rram misses with a series of wild punches.
A good leg kick by Rram.
Rram looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kubota looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rram misses with a double jab
and Kubota counters with a left and a right that stings Rram.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rram connects with a body shot.
Rram throws a shot to the body.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T1#
Kubota throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Rram throws a combination. Kubota tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Rram swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Despite the aggression on Kubota's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A combination from Rram does no damage.
Rram lands a jab-cross combination.
Kubota checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nice defenses there by Rram.
Kubota throws a right and a left that Rram avoids nicely.
Rram with a nice cross.
Kubota jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rram throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rram throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rram throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kubota counters with a nice uppercut.
Rram moves out of range as Kubota strikes.#T2#
Rram fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kubota looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rram manages to avoid it.
Rram throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rram ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.#CL#
Rram rushes Kubota and presses him up against the ropes.
Rram swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Rram.
Kubota lands a right hand.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Kubota takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Rram manages to break the clinch.
Rram stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rram swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kubota cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rram is looking to land body kicks.
Rram digs a good body shot into Kubota's ribs.
Rram has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kubota finds it's way round the side to connect with Rram's head.
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 Yajson Rram will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Rram throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rram with a jab.
Yajson Rram is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rram is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rram lands a jab to the nose.
A big right from Rram misses.
Despite the aggression on Kubota's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kubota throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rram lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Rram tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Rram misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rram scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Some wild striking there from Rram.
Kubota looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kubota defending well as Rram loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Yajson Rram is winning the standup battle so far.
Rram tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kubota paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kubota looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rram throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kubota counters with a left to the body.
Rram throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rram lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rram slips under a jab from Kubota.
Kubota lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kubota.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rram.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rram feints and then cracks Kubota's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kubota down.
Rram throws a body kick that misses
and Kubota counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Rram is lucky that one didn't land flush.
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!
Rram throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T2#
Rram tries to clinch up.
Kubota lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kubota.#ROC2#Rram is rocked!
Kubota tests Rram's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oh Rram is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rram throws a lazy uppercut
and before Rram has any time to reset, Kubota cracks him with a big right hand that drops him face first to the canvas! He's hurt! I don't think he's going to get back up from that one! He's trying but he's doing the chicken dance and has face planted into to ropes, causing the referee to bring this fight to an end! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: AKF 35 | Durand vs. Benedetti
Date: Jan 15, 2022

#R1#
Sepulveda takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Sepulveda throws a right hand that misses
and Kubota counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
Sepulveda scores with a hook.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy body shot
and Kubota counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sepulveda thinking.
Kubota takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the body
letting Kubota counter with a right hand.
Sepulveda throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot
and Kubota counters with a head kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sepulveda 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 Kubota has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kubota and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sepulveda misses the body punch
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sepulveda looks to throw a body kick
and Kubota counters with a big right hand that sends Sepulveda crashing to the mat! He's very wobbly - can he beat the count?! 5,6,7,8... he's up! No, he's down again! 9,10! He's done! The referee calls an end to the bout - Kubota takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: AKF 30 | Ringnes vs. Valentine
Date: Dec 11, 2021

#R1#
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
A shot to the body from Kubota misses
and Blackmane 🐺 counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A low kick from Blackmane 🐺 misses
and Kubota counters with a left and a right that stings Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota connects with a right hand. Blackmane 🐺 shakes it off.
Blackmane 🐺 with a nice cross.
Kubota takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Blackmane 🐺 fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Blackmane 🐺 uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Blackmane 🐺 is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Blackmane 🐺 throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Blackmane 🐺 has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Sparring Cages in the buildup to the fight.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a lazy uppercut
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with an attempted mid kick.
Blackmane 🐺 uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T1#
Blackmane 🐺 tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 connects with a crisp jab.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Blackmane 🐺 misses the target.
Blackmane 🐺 takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Blackmane 🐺 buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kubota 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.
Blackmane 🐺 feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kubotas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Blackmane 🐺 swings widly with a right hand
and Kubota counters with a straight right hand.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Blackmane 🐺 throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kubota counters with a leg kick.
A low kick from Blackmane 🐺 is predictable there
and Kubota counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Blackmane 🐺 throws a body shot but no joy.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
Blackmane 🐺 connects with a solid leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a body kick.
Kubota is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Blackmane 🐺 with a body shot.
Nice shot lands for Blackmane 🐺 .
Kubota 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.
Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a body kick.
Blackmane 🐺 digs a good body shot into Kubota's ribs.
Blackmane 🐺 tries to land a body kick
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 works the jab nicely.
Blackmane 🐺 looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a leg kick
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
A big right from Blackmane 🐺 misses.
Blackmane 🐺 backing away here, and Kubota unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Blackmane 🐺 swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a jab to the body
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kubota avoids a kick to the body.
Kubota now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Good leg kick by Blackmane 🐺 .
Kubota walks into a straight right hand from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kubota gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Blackmane 🐺 appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 connects with a body shot that sends Kubota's belly button to the back.
Kubota throws a wild body kick that Blackmane 🐺 sees coming a mile off.
Blackmane 🐺 displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
It looked like Blackmane 🐺 wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Blackmane 🐺 fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Blackmane 🐺 throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A jab from Blackmane 🐺 finds it's way through Kubota's defenses.
Kubota lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kubota.
Blackmane 🐺 looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Blackmane 🐺 connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kubota throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Blackmane 🐺 to counter with a crisp jab.
Blackmane 🐺 connects with a leg kick.
A jab lands there for Blackmane 🐺 .
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Blackmane 🐺 is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A leg kick checked by Kubota.
Blackmane 🐺 fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota throws a poor cross that misses
and Blackmane 🐺 counters with a stiff right hand.
Kubota chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Blackmane 🐺 can pounce on him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Blackmane 🐺 throws out the jab.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a leg kick but Kubota checks it.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a jab to the body
and Kubota counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a poor cross that misses
and Kubota makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kubota can do to turn this around?
A lazy body kick from Blackmane 🐺
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a left hand
and Kubota counters with a one-two to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 clobbers Kubota with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kubota on the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a looping right.
Kubota throws out a counter right but Blackmane 🐺 avoids it with no problem.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Kubota takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
Good shot there by Kubota.#T1#
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Blackmane 🐺 connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kubota misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Blackmane 🐺 was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Kubota defending well as Blackmane 🐺 loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A telegraphed right hand from Kubota misses the target.
A low kick from Blackmane 🐺 is predictable there
and Kubota cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota thinks about the counter body kick.
Kubota 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.
Kubota swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Blackmane 🐺 pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Blackmane 🐺 missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Kubota lands a jab-cross combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Blackmane 🐺 throws a lazy body kick
and Kubota counters with a low kick, right behind Blackmane 🐺 's knee.
Blackmane 🐺 jabs Kubota right on the nose. Kubota blinks but takes it well.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Blackmane 🐺 's head.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 is winning the standup battle so far.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a body kick that misses
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 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.
A looping hook to the body misses from Blackmane 🐺 . Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a body shot.
Takeru Kubota is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kubota throws a push kick but Blackmane 🐺 slaps the foot to one side.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
As Blackmane 🐺 backs off Kubota throws a huge counter combo but Blackmane 🐺 manages to avoid it all.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a left hand
and Kubota counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Blackmane 🐺 fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kubota checks it well.
Kubota throws a fast counter high kick but Blackmane 🐺 manages to duck under it in time.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Blackmane 🐺 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 Kubota has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kubota and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A little jabbing left from Kubota on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Blackmane 🐺 swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kubota counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Blackmane 🐺 is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Blackmane 🐺 fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kubota on the side of the head.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a head shot.
Blackmane 🐺 swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
An inside leg kick from Blackmane 🐺 misses.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Blackmane 🐺 throws a lazy body kick
and Kubota counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blackmane 🐺 keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Blackmane 🐺 staying out of range there.
Blackmane 🐺 lands with a kick to the ribs.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Blackmane 🐺 .
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Blackmane 🐺 connects with a right hand. Kubota shakes it off.
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
Blackmane 🐺 connects with a looping right hand.
Kubota throws a body punch but Blackmane 🐺 moves out of range.
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Blackmane 🐺 throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
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 Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 will probably get the nod.
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#
Blackmane 🐺 fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kubota on the side of the head.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Blackmane 🐺 . Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a looping right.
Blackmane 🐺 clobbers Kubota with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Blackmane 🐺 scores with a nice right hand.
Jab, jab by Blackmane 🐺 - just one landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Blackmane 🐺 swings widly with a right hand
and Kubota counters with a nice uppercut.
Kubota takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A jab from Blackmane 🐺 does it's job there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Blackmane 🐺 shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T1#
Blackmane 🐺 swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 misses the jab.
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Blackmane 🐺 ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses
and Blackmane 🐺 connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Blackmane 🐺 moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Blackmane 🐺 slips a jab from Kubota.
Kubota takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nice cross by Blackmane 🐺 .
Blackmane 🐺 with a nice calf kick.
Donk. Blackmane 🐺 catches Kubota right on the button with a cross.
Kubota takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Blackmane 🐺 lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
No joy there for Kubota, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Blackmane 🐺 .
Kubota fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kubota's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kubota on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Blackmane 🐺 . Blackmane 🐺 obviously looking to wear him down.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
An inside leg kick lands from Blackmane 🐺 .
Kubota blocks a leg kick.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a good cross that connects.
Blackmane 🐺 jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Blackmane 🐺 moved out of range.
Blackmane 🐺 looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Kubota tries to land a body kick
and Blackmane 🐺 counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Kubota looks to land a combination but Blackmane 🐺 avoids it well.
A counter left hand to the body from Blackmane 🐺 misses its target.
The fighters circle momentarily. Blackmane 🐺 darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a left hand
and Kubota counters with a straight right hand.
Blackmane 🐺 thows a left - swing and a miss!
Blackmane 🐺 is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Blackmane 🐺 misses the shot to the body.
Blackmane 🐺 thows a body kick. Kubota tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Blackmane 🐺 tries a low kick but Kubota avoids it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Blackmane 🐺 .
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Blackmane 🐺 .
Kubota has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kubota there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kubota throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Blackmane 🐺 . #T4#
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Blackmane 🐺 saw that one coming.
Blackmane 🐺 swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kubota counters with a left and a right that stings Blackmane 🐺 .
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a good cross that connects.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Blackmane 🐺 off balance momentarily.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a straight left.
Blackmane 🐺 throws a big shot that misses.
Blackmane 🐺 misses with a hook.
Blackmane 🐺 moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromKubota.
Blackmane 🐺 moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Kubota throws the kick towards the body but Blackmane 🐺 avoids it.
Blackmane 🐺 thows a left - swing and a miss!
Blackmane 🐺 throws an off balance right hand
letting Kubota counter with a right hand.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Blackmane 🐺 .
Kubota throws a fast counter high kick but Blackmane 🐺 manages to duck under it in time.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Blackmane 🐺 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight for Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 !
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight for Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 !
Judge Josh West scores the fight for Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 !

Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 wins by unanimous decision!
Ragnar Blackmane 🐺 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: AKF 26 | Durand vs. Bandichoo
Date: Nov 13, 2021

#R1#
The Human looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as The Human throws out the jab.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The Human throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The Human lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota motions for The Human to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The Human lands a lovely overhand right.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by The Human.
The Human lands the left hand.
The Human really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
The Human doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
It seemed like Kubota was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A big right from Kubota misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Human misses with a straight left.
The Human lands with a nice body punch.
The Human uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
The Human lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kubota's sensitive parts.
The Human jabs at Kubota's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The Human moves into range and connects with a jab.
The Human has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Razor Sharp Training Systems in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
A swing and a miss from The Human.
The Human fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kubota looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The Human throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kubota works over The Human's head and body with a nice combination.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The fighters circling - The Human throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from The Human. Kubota shrugs it off though.
The Human fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
An inside leg kick lands from The Human.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from The Human.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The Human throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota throws a series of punches but The Human avoids them all with ease.
The Human tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kubota paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The Human throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota's coach down at Shadow Warriors (KT) was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kubota's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
The Human lands with a straight right. Kubota didn't see that one coming.#T2##CL#
The Human has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kubota blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The Human lands a body shot.
Kubota digs a right hand underneath The Human's ribcage. The Human let out a lung full of air as it connected.
The Human lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The Human throws a head punch that misses.
Kubota lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of The Human backwards.
Kubota working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by The Human.
Kubota tries to work over The Human's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A left hand lands to the body for The Human.
The Human lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kubota lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of The Human backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for The Human.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Kubota lands a shot to the body.
The Human misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but The Human uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kubota. #T3#
Nice body punch from Kubota - that landed with a thud.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Kubota.
The Human throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.
A nice right hand lands inside from The Human.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
The Human keeps control of Kubota as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
The Human pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The Human fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
The Human throws out a powerful jab.
The Human scores with a jab to the head.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from The Human.
The Human is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#CL#
The Human closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Kubota avoids the body shot from The Human.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The Human throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
The Human cracks Kubota with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Finn The Human seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota lands with a straight right. The Human didn't see that one coming.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The Human scores with a hook to the body. Kubota takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The Human with a nice calf kick.
Some wild striking there from The Human.
The Human pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
The Human lands a nice hook to Kubota's body. Kubota takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
That kick from The Human tenderised Kubota's leg. Kubota is trying to keep his angry face on.
The Human looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
The Human lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kubota at a distance.
A lazy body kick from The Human
and Kubota counters with a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota misses with a series of wild punches.
The Human swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finn The Human dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
The Human throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The Human throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota unleashes a big counter combination but The Human bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
The Human scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The Human looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
The Human misses with a right hand
letting Kubota counter with a right hand.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by The Human.
The Human keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The Human throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota throws out a counter right but The Human avoids it with no problem.
The Human throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota.
Kubota was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
The Human is looking to clinch but Kubota is avoiding it.
The Human throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from The Human.
Finn The Human is winning the standup battle so far.
A good leg kick by The Human.
The Human keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
The Human swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A swing and a miss from The Human.
Kubota slips under a jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Kubota misses.#T1#
The Human doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
The Human is looking to clinch but Kubota is avoiding it.
The Human looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota lands with an uppercut that bounces The Human off the ropes and back into range.
The Human throws out a leg kick but Kubota moves out of range and The Human only half commits.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. The Human moves away and avoids it.
Kubota scores with a nice body kick.
A big right from The Human misses.
The Human misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota. #CL#
The Human moves into the clinch successfully.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The Human is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kubota can do to turn this around?
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for The Human.
The Human throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.
Kubota lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of The Human backwards.
Kubota blocks a body shot from The Human.
Kubota stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kubota blocking some punches. #T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The Human misses with a body punch.
The Human lands a hook that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Kubota's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kubota 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.
Kubota steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from The Human. That one must have hurt.
Kubota fails to land with a series of punches. #CL#
Kubota tries to keep at a distance but The Human has taken the fight into the clinch.
The Human pushes Kubota back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The Human wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by The Human.
The Human scores with a nice hook to the head.
The Human scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota. #BC#
The Human breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The Human swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A big right from The Human misses. #T3#
The Human uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Kubota's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kubota takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The Human scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kubota in his tracks.
Kubota stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from The Human.
A jab from The Human misses.
The Human is looking to slow Kubota down with leg kicks.
Kubota misses with a few strikes there.
The Human scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kubota in his tracks.
Kubota throws a hook but The Human blocks it.
The Human lands with a nice body punch.
The Human swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The Human digs a good body shot into Kubota's ribs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The Human sizes up Kubota with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The Human swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
A nice side step and Kubota releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T4#
The Human lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The Human misses with a hook.
Kubota appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick from The Human, right into the meat of the thigh.
The Human cracks Kubota with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kubota blocks a jab.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
The Human just misses with a punch to the body.
The Human lands with a nice body punch.
Takeru Kubota is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The Human throws a sloppy body shot
and The Human takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The Human digs a good body shot into Kubota's ribs.
The Human lands the left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The Human misses with a body shot.
The Human swings widly with a right hand
and Kubota counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kubota misses with a few strikes there.
The Human was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota takes a shot to the body in his stride.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finn The Human dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
The Human fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kubota has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The Human misses with a shot to the body
and Kubota counters with a straight right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from The Human misses the target.
The Human fails in his attempt to clinch.
The Human works the jab nicely.
The Human moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The Human lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kubota takes a step back to recover.
Kubota's hands are dropping dangerously low here and The Human connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kubota scrambles back to his feet.
The Human throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Human throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
The Human throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota needs to keep his hands up - The Human had a free shot at his head there.
The Human scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T1#
The Human makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Kubota's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kubota throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The Human throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The Human throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
The Human throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kubota thuds his right hand into The Human's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kubota on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
The Human scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kubota doesn't seem bothered though.
The Human connects with an inside leg kick.
Kubota wants to land a leg kick but The Human is out of range.
Kubota misses with a jab, cross combination.
The Human was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kubota has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Finn The Human is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kubota misses with a hook. The Human ducked under it nicely.
Kubota digs a good body shot into The Human's ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The Human pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The Human throws a quick inside leg kick.
The Human lands with a nice body punch. #CL#
The Human has managed to clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with The Human's elbow.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Kubota stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The Human blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota blocks a body shot from The Human.
Kubota scores with a shot to the side of The Human's head.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by The Human.
Kubota lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt The Human or not.
Kubota is leaning against The Human and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kubota is working The Human over against the ropes.
Kubota working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of The Human backwards. #T4#
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with The Human's elbow.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kubota.
Kubota misses with some punches.
A short left from Kubota.
The Human blocks an uppercut.
Kubota tries to work over The Human's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The Human takes a shot to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kubota tries to work over The Human's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
The Human prevents a body shot from Kubota.
A quick uppercut on the inside from The Human.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Takeru Kubota.
I think The Human has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight for Finn The Human!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Finn The Human!
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for Finn The Human!

Finn The Human wins by unanimous decision!
After winning the bout, Finn The Human thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: AKF 22 | Turner vs. Zy
Date: Oct 16, 2021

#R1#
A decent looking cross lands there for BySubtraction.
BySubtraction fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from BySubtraction.
Kubota moves away from the strike by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction misses with a lunging right hand
letting Kubota counter with a right hand.
Addition BySubtraction seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
BySubtraction listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kubota sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
BySubtraction loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
BySubtraction lands a head shot.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
BySubtraction throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
BySubtraction throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota lands with a nice combination. BySubtraction backs away looking to recover.
BySubtraction throws a right hand that misses
and Kubota counters with a two punch combo.
BySubtraction swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota tries a quick counter leg kick but BySubtraction is wise to it.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
As BySubtraction backs off Kubota throws a huge counter combo but BySubtraction manages to avoid it all.
Kubota 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.
BySubtraction blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. BySubtraction sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
BySubtraction misses with a straight right.
Kubota swings for the body but BySubtraction moves out of range.
Kubota lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but BySubtraction circles away quickly and effectively.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as BySubtraction throws out the jab.
BySubtraction has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 88Fight Club Gym88.. 800pw (16 COACHES) in the buildup to the fight.
Kubota moves forwards but BySubtraction connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kubota is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
BySubtraction misses with a looping right.
BySubtraction misses with a few strikes there.
BySubtraction misses with a hook.
Nice shot by Kubota.
BySubtraction misses with a jab to the body
and Kubota counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kubota moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
BySubtraction doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
BySubtraction misses with a hook
and Kubota counters with a stiff right hand.
Kubota throws a body punch but BySubtraction moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from BySubtraction misses the target. #T2#
BySubtraction slips a straight right by Kubota.
BySubtraction throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
BySubtraction pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
A left and a right from Kubota both land. Nice combination.
BySubtraction misses with a hook.
BySubtraction misses with a looping right.
As BySubtraction backs off Kubota throws a huge counter combo but BySubtraction manages to avoid it all.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota misses with a looping right.
BySubtraction misses with a lunging right hand
and Kubota cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kubota takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from BySubtraction.
Kubota unleashes a big counter combination but BySubtraction bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota connects with a nice looking jab.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
BySubtraction swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Kubota counter with a right hand.
Kubota swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
BySubtraction throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
BySubtraction misses the shot to the body.
BySubtraction is looking to clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped BySubtraction's head back.
BySubtraction misses with a wild body shot.
BySubtraction throws a nice inside leg kick.
BySubtraction throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kubota counters with a nice uppercut.
Kubota slips under a jab.
BySubtraction ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
BySubtraction misses with a low kick as Kubota jumps back.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
BySubtraction misses with a body punch
and Kubota counters with a three punch combo that has BySubtraction backing up. BySubtraction nods at Kubota to acknowledge the strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T4#
BySubtraction throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
BySubtraction rushes Kubota and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#BC#
BySubtraction breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
BySubtraction throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Nice defenses there by BySubtraction.
Jab by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota takes one to the chin there.
Kubota misses with a few strikes there.
A little feinted left hand from BySubtraction on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
BySubtraction lands a nice looking body shot.
Kubota misses with a two punch combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
BySubtraction misses with a looping left.
BySubtraction throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota takes a jab right on the kisser.
BySubtraction throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
A nice side step and Kubota releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
BySubtraction misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Kubota on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kubota circles away from the clinch attempt
and Kubota counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
BySubtraction throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota scores with a three punch combo!
Takeru Kubota is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
BySubtraction lands an overhand right.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from BySubtraction.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling BySubtraction to score with a decent uppercut.
Kubota has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kubota there as he acknowledges the shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
BySubtraction wants to clinch
and Kubota counters with a three punch combo that has BySubtraction backing up. BySubtraction nods at Kubota to acknowledge the strikes.#T1#
BySubtraction misses with a straight right.
Kubota throws a big counter head kick but BySubtraction avoids it with no problem.
Kubota takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
BySubtraction thows a left - swing and a miss!
BySubtraction throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
BySubtraction fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kubota, pushing him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
BySubtraction bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kubota's head.
Sloppy strikes from Kubota. Those never looked like landing.
BySubtraction takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A decent looking cross lands there for BySubtraction.
BySubtraction moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
Kubota doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota tries to move into range but BySubtraction moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #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!
BySubtraction jabbing away but nothing is landing.
BySubtraction wants to clinch
and Kubota counters with a lovely straight right hand!
BySubtraction throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
Kubota is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Addition BySubtraction is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
BySubtraction clinches up against the ropes.
Kubota misses with the head strike. #BC#
BySubtraction pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
BySubtraction connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kubota momentarily.
BySubtraction lands a nice shot that snaps Kubota's head back.
BySubtraction blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Nice shot lands for BySubtraction.
BySubtraction lands with an uppercut that bounces Kubota off the ropes and back into range.#CL#
BySubtraction instigates a clinch.
BySubtraction lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Kubota lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kubota struggles to land a body shot inside as BySubtraction controls his hands.
Kubota misses with some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from BySubtraction.
Kubota lands a left hand. #BC#
BySubtraction breaks from the clinch.
A slow jab from BySubtraction misses its intended target.
Kubota unleashes a big counter combination but BySubtraction bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. BySubtraction sees it coming and avoids it easily.
BySubtraction throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
BySubtraction looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Kubota moves out of range as BySubtraction strikes.
Kubota has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kubota misses with a hook.
BySubtraction moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. #T4#
BySubtraction throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
BySubtraction tries to clinch up.
BySubtraction uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
BySubtraction moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
BySubtraction tries to clinch up.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kubota moves away from the strike by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction lands a jab to Kubota's midsection.
The fight stays on the outside here - BySubtraction looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
BySubtraction jabbing away but nothing is landing.
BySubtraction fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
BySubtraction throws a leg kick
and Kubota counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kubota swats away the attempt to clinch by BySubtraction.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Addition BySubtraction dominated that second round.
That's time! BySubtraction's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
BySubtraction looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from BySubtraction. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
BySubtraction lands a lovely overhand right.
BySubtraction takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kubota throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent BySubtraction stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
BySubtraction defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
BySubtraction fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kubota just manages to avoid it.
BySubtraction slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kubota takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
BySubtraction tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kubota swats away the attempt to clinch by BySubtraction.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
BySubtraction moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
Kubota moves forwards but BySubtraction connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from BySubtraction.
Kubota is looking for the big counter here.
BySubtraction pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little jabbing left from Kubota on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
BySubtraction throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
BySubtraction throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
BySubtraction is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
BySubtraction tries to score with a low kick but Kubota moves his leg out of the way.
BySubtraction moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
BySubtraction misses with a body punch
and Kubota counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
BySubtraction is looking to land body kicks.
BySubtraction pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by BySubtraction.
Kubota lands a right hook to the body. #CL#
BySubtraction instigates a clinch.
Kubota tries a body shot but BySubtraction blocks it.
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kubota lands a nice uppercut.
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
BySubtraction pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
BySubtraction moves to clinch but Kubota breaks away
and Kubota counters with a nice body shot.
BySubtraction dodges the punch combination from Kubota.
It looked like BySubtraction wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from BySubtraction. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
BySubtraction misses the jab.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Nice defenses there by BySubtraction.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
BySubtraction misses with a body shot
and Kubota cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A nice combination there by Kubota.
BySubtraction thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
BySubtraction throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
A big right from BySubtraction misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from BySubtraction. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
BySubtraction pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kubota circles away from the clinch attempt.
Good exchange - BySubtraction coming out on top.
BySubtraction on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
BySubtraction is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota unleashes a big counter combination but BySubtraction bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
BySubtraction throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota.
BySubtraction scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and BySubtraction moves out of range easily.
BySubtraction wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction misses with a hook
and Kubota counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T4#
A slow jab from BySubtraction misses its intended target.
BySubtraction scores with a jab. Kubota acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
BySubtraction moves into range and clinches up with Kubota.
BySubtraction with an attempt at a knee that misses.
BySubtraction tries a knee to the head but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Addition BySubtraction has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota lands a body punch.
BySubtraction is trying to break the clinch but Kubota has him pressed against the ropes.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by BySubtraction. #BC#
BySubtraction breaks from the clinch.
BySubtraction jabs Kubota to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kubota takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL#
BySubtraction gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kubota tries to work over BySubtraction's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.

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 Addition BySubtraction.
Well BySubtraction 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight for Addition BySubtraction!
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight for Addition BySubtraction!
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Addition BySubtraction!

Addition BySubtraction wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Addition BySubtraction rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: AKF 19 | Robbins vs. Koistinen
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1#
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Keenan takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kubota.
Keenan moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
Kubota was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Shadow Warriors in the buildup to the fight.
A combination from Kubota does no damage.
A good leg kick by Keenan.
Keenan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kubota.
We've been informed that Keenan 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.
Keenan catches Kubota with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kubota checks a leg kick.
Kubota avoids a kick to the body.
Keenan connects with an inside leg kick.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
Keenan wants to counter the offense by Kubota and move into the clinch position.
Kubota misses with a wild combination.
Keenan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Kubota tries to move into range but Keenan moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Keenan misses with a straight right.
Keenan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Keenan shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL2#
Keenan takes the fight into the clinch.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Keenan.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Keenan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota struggles to land a body shot inside as Keenan controls his hands.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside.
Kubota throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Keenans head.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Keenan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kubota really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Keenan lands a body shot in the clinch. #BC2#
Keenan breaks the clinch. #T2#
Keenan throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota gets cracked there but stands up to it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota lands a jab to the head.
Kubota throws a leg kick that misses.
Kubota lands a lovely overhand right.
Keenan throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Keenan connects with an inside leg kick.
Kubota throws a jab when Keenan was well out of range.
Keenan throws a low kick, looking for Kubota's leg but Kubota calmly moves out of range.
Keenan scores with a hook.
Kubota has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Keenan.
Keenan misses with a kick to the body.
Keenan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Keenan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Keenan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kubotas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T3#
Keenan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Keenan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Keenan.
Keenan throws a lazy uppercut
and Kubota counters with a head kick.
Keenan throws a head kick that half lands.
Nice jab there from Kubota.
Keenan doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
Keenan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Keenan lands with a nice body kick.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Keenan.
Keenan steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kubota.
Keenan looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Keenan lands a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Keenan misses the jab.#T4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kubota.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.#CL2#
Keenan gets a clinch.
Kubota tries to throw a body punch but Keenan avoids it by throwing Kubota back against the ropes.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Keenan throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.
Keenan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Keenan fails to land.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Keenan.
Kubota lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Keenan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kubota tries to throw a body punch but Keenan avoids it by throwing Kubota back against the ropes.
Kubota scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Keenan can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Keenan lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ryan Keenan will probably get the nod.
That's time! Kubota's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Kubota's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Keenan connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kubota scrambles back to his feet.
Keenan lands a lovely overhand right.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Keenan has time to react.
Keenan scores with a leg kick.
Keenan misses with a jab to the body
and Kubota counters with a stiff right hand.
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota walks into a straight right hand from Keenan.
Keenan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kubota.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Keenan moves out of range of the body kick.
Kubota circles away from the clinch attempt.
Good exchange - Keenan coming out on top.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Keenan slips under a jab.
Kubota throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Keenan tries to counter by closing the distance.
Keenan takes one to the chin there.#T1#
Keenan lands the left hand.
Takeru Kubota is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kubota tries to move into range but Keenan moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Keenan looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Keenan jabs Kubota right on the nose. Kubota blinks but takes it well.
Keenan scores with a hook.
Keenan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Keenan misses the jab.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Keenan throws out the jab.
Keenan cracks Kubota with a good jab.
Ryan Keenan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Keenan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Kubota is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Keenan lands a jab-cross combination.
Keenan 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!
Kubota throws a hook but Keenan blocks it.
Keenan moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T2#
Keenan throws a leg kick
and Kubota counters with a series of strikes. Keenan will be more careful next time no doubt.
Keenan scores with a jab. Kubota acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Keenan moves away and avoids it.
Keenan is looking to clinch.
It looked like Kubota wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Keenan misses with a body kick.
Keenan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kubota counters with a nice uppercut.
Kubota blocks a head kick by Keenan.
Kubota swings for the body but Keenan moves out of range.
Keenan uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kubota has time to react.
Keenan scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Keenan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Keenan scores with a decent looking hook.
Keenan throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Keenan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kubota 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.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Keenan.
Keenan misses with a kick to the body
and Kubota counters with a one-two to the body.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Keenan.
An attempted straight right counter from Kubota misses the target.
Keenan throws a body kick that misses
and Kubota counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota throws a nice looking combination but Keenan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Keenan wants to counter with a clinch but Kubota pushes him away.
Keenan moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Keenan throws a sloppy head kick
and Kubota counters with an outside leg kick.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Keenan slips the punch.
Keenan misses with a low kick.
Keenan thows a leg kick but Kubota checks it
and Kubota counters with a good low kick that Keenan was not able to check.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Keenan ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Keenan thuds his right hand into Kubota's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T4#
Keenan wants to land a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Kubota lands a head kick. Keenan smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Keenan.
Keenan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
Keenan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Keenan throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jab from Kubota.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Keenan.
A telegraphed right hand from Keenan misses the target.
Kubota throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Keenan shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Ryan Keenan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Keenan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ryan Keenan will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Keenan. That's going to slow Kubota down.
Good exchange - Keenan coming out on top.
Keenan lands with a nice body punch.
Kubota shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Keenan eats them both and turns towards Kubota to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Keenan lands with an uppercut that bounces Kubota off the ropes and back into range.
Keenan throws a poor cross that misses
and Kubota counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Keenan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Keenan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
Kubota throws the kick towards the body but Keenan avoids it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kubota looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kubota blocks a head kick by Keenan.
Keenan with the inside leg kick. #T1#
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Keenan moves away and avoids it.
Keenan tests Kubota's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Keenan loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
Keenan clobbers Kubota with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A left lands for Keenan.
Keenan connects with an inside leg kick.
Keenan throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Keenan scores with a nice right hand.
Keenan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Keenan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Keenan thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kubota if he has to take too many more of those.
Keenan throws a sloppy head kick and Kubota moves out of range easily.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Keenan.
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Keenan.
Kubota defending well as Keenan loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like Kubota wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Keenan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota cracks Keenan with an open hand slap.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Keenan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Keenan cracks Kubota with a good jab.
Keenan misses with a right hand
and Kubota counters with a slapping leg kick.
Keenan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kubota tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Keenan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Keenan.
Kubota lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Keenan throws a sloppy head kick and Kubota moves out of range easily. #T3#
Keenan looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Keenan.
Keenan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Keenan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
A chopping leg kick lands by Keenan.
Kubota stalks Keenan and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Keenan's face. Keenan staggers backwards, shaken.
Kubota blocks the body kick.
Keenan throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range.
Keenan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kubota drops his hands momentarily and Keenan takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Keenan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota slips under a jab from Keenan.#T4#
Kubota takes a jab right on the kisser.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Keenan throws a solid leg kick but Kubota takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Keenan.
Keenan throws a poor cross that misses
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kubota moves out of range of the leg kick from Keenan.
Keenan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Keenan fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kubota takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A jab from Kubota misses.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Kubota fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Keenan checks it well.
Kubota slips a straight right by Keenan.
Keenan defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Keenan is looking to clinch but Kubota is avoiding it.
Kubota swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ryan Keenan.
I've got Keenan 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Ryan Keenan!
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight for Ryan Keenan!
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Ryan Keenan!

Ryan Keenan wins by unanimous decision!
Ryan Keenan 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: AKF 15: Magomedov vs. Fairtex
Date: Aug 28, 2021

#R1#
A left and a right from Rram both land. Nice combination.
Nice defenses there by Rram.
Decent striking displayed by Rram there.
Kubota is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Kubota throws a series of punches but Rram avoids them all with ease.
Rram throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
The fighters circling - Rram throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Kubota 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.
Rram throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A jab from Rram finds it's way through Kubota's defenses.
Rram misses with a body punch
and Kubota counters with a left and a right that stings Rram.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rram checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Rram scores with a three punch combo!
Rram throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota throws the left hand but Rram avoids the punch easily.
A jab lands there for Rram.
Rram looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rram misses with a series of wild punches.
It seemed like Kubota was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Rram lands with a hook. Kubota tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick from Rram.
Rram throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rram momentarily.
Rram misses with an uppercut
and Kubota makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Rram really felt that one!
Rram walks into a left hand.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rram.
Rram throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rram lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rram showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kubota.
Rram is looking to counter punch.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Rram showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kubota.
Rram 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.
Rram keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
Rram swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rram scores with a leg kick.
Rram displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
A left lands for Kubota.
Kubota throws a body kick that misses.
Rram looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
A big right from Rram misses.
Rram punishes Kubota's body with a nice straight punch.
Rram throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rram misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T3#
Rram loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kubota! But no joy.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Yajson Rram seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice cross by Kubota.
Rram tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Rram clinches up with Kubota and pushes him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Kubota manages to break the clinch.
Kubota lands with a nice body punch.
Rram scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota staying out of range there.
Rram fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rram connects with a body shot.
Rram lands a nice shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rram moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
Rram misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kubota counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Kubota tried to score with a low kick but Rram checks it.
Rram swinging wildly here.
Rram misses with a series of wild punches.
Rram swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kubota counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rram throws a right hand that misses
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kubota gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Rram counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota is looking to score with low kicks.
Rram throws a combination that misses
and Kubota counters with a stiff right hand.
Rram throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota throws a counter combo.
Rram rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kubota moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kubota doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Yajson Rram will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A combination from Rram does no damage.
Rram throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kubota counters with a left and a right that stings Rram.
Kubota takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rram throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kubota.
Yajson Rram is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A telegraphed right hand from Rram misses the target.
Kubota displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Rram connects with a nice looking jab.
Rram misses with a body shot.
Rram takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rram throws a wild body kick that Kubota sees coming a mile off.
Rram misses with an uppercut.
Kubota lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Rram goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Kubota ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rram wants to clinch but Kubota slips to the side
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Yajson Rram is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Kubota takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rram connects with a body shot that sends Kubota's belly button to the back.
Kubota cracks Rram with an open hand slap.
Kubota takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A combination from Rram does no damage.
Kubota throws out a counter right but Rram avoids it with no problem.
Rram misses with a hook.
Kubota slips a jab from Rram.
Rram throws a right hand that misses
and Kubota counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rram checks a leg kick nicely.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Rram lands a jab-cross combination.
Rram lands with a hook. Kubota 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.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Rram saw that one coming.#T2#
Rram waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Kubota now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Rram looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rram 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 Kubota has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kubota and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kubota appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rram throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Rram moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rram lands with a straight right. Kubota didn't see that one coming.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rram lands a really nice looking cross but Kubota seems unphased.
Rram misses with a hook
and Kubota counters with a series of strikes. Rram will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Rram looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Rram misses with a kick to the body.
Kubota connects with a crisp jab.
Rram misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Rram misses with a combination
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Donk. Rram catches Kubota right on the button with a cross.
Good standup being displayed there by Kubota as he connects with a hook.
Rram misses with a body punch
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Rram's body.
Rram lands a slapping body shot.
Rram swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kubota counters with a stiff right hand.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rram.
Rram cracks a nice hook into Kubota's ribs.
A left lands for Rram.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rram turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rram throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
It seemed like Kubota was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rram misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kubota counters with a one-two to the body. #T4#
Kubota takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Rram throws an off balance right hand
and Kubota counters with a three punch combo that has Rram backing up. Rram nods at Kubota to acknowledge the strikes.#ROC2#Rram is rocked!
A shot to the liver by Kubota. Beautiful body shot.
Oh Rram is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rram takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Good exchange - Rram coming out on top.
Kubota slips a jab and a cross from Rram.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rram lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kubota circles away quickly and effectively.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kubota! But no joy.
Rram throws a combination that misses
and Kubota counters with a left to the body.
Kubota cracks Rram with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Rram is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and Rram is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! Rram could not beat the count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Takeru Kubota!
In his post fight interview, Takeru Kubota started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: AKF 12 | Duanesboy vs. Rram
Date: Aug 07, 2021

#R1#
Kubota takes a swing at Turner's ribcage but misses.
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kubota blocks a leg kick.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Turner slips the punch.
Kubota on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Turner moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Turner's shoulder, as Turner tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Turner moves away.
Turner has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kubota is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kubota gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Turner is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Turner checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Turner tries to work over Kubota's front leg with a kick but Kubota checks it.
Turner misses the shot to the body.
Kubota gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Turner throws a leg kick that misses.
Turner's corner calls for a 1-2. Turner obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Turner throws out a leg kick but Kubota moves out of range and Turner only half commits.
Jab by Turner.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An inside leg kick from Turner misses.
Turner looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Turner thuds a left hand into Kubota's body.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kubota has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Shadow Warriors in the buildup to the fight.
Turner lands a nice shot that snaps Kubota's head back. #T1#
Kubota gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Turner takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Turner with an uppercut!
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Turner.
Turner stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Turner cracks Kubota with an open hand slap.
Kubota lands a lovely overhand right.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Turner moved out of range.
Turner wants to counter the offense by Kubota and move into the clinch position.
Kubota swings for the body but Turner moves out of range.
Kubota is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Turner misses with a body shot.
Kubota swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Turner saw that one coming.
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!
Kubota looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Turner throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Turner moved out of range.
Turner keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota stuns Turner with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kubota looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
Kubota closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T2#
Kubota with a hook.
Turner throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kubota throws a hook but Turner blocks it.
Turner lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Turner avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota throws a solid leg kick but Turner takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kubota.
Turner misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Turner getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nice straight punches there by Turner. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Turner.
Turner looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
That kick from Turner tenderised Kubota's leg. Kubota is trying to keep his angry face on.
Turner throws a series of punches but Kubota moves out of range.
A big left from Turner misses.
Elgin Turner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
Turner doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
Kubota throwing a counter right hand but Turner manages to avoid it.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Turner moves away and avoids it.
Turner is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kubota had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Kubota gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Turner.
Turner takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Turner throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and moves out of range. #T3#
Kubota attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Turner misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Kubota wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kubota bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Kubota takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Turner is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
A big right from Turner misses.
Turner throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Turner throws a chopping leg kick but Kubota manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kubota is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turner manages to avoid it.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Turner scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kubota scores with a spinning back kick!
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Turner.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Kubota wants to land a leg kick but Turner is out of range.
Kubota works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T4#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Turner 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 Kubota has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kubota and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Turner.
Turner is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kubota wants to land a leg kick but Turner is out of range.
Turner moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Turner lands a front kick.
Kubota lands a slapping body shot.
Turner tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throws a body punch but Turner moves out of range.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turner jabs Kubota right on the nose. Kubota blinks but takes it well.
Turner lands an overhand right.
Kubota slips a jab from Turner.
Turner throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Turner lands a head shot.
Turner motions for Kubota to come forward. Turner throws a leg 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.
Turner lands a leg kick that knocks Kubota off balance momentarily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Turner walks into a stiff left hand from Kubota.
Kubota connects with a looping right hand.
A lazy left from Kubota finds it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Elgin Turner will probably get the nod.
That's time! Kubota's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Turner loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
Turner slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Turner jabs Kubota right on the nose. Kubota blinks but takes it well.
A big right from Turner misses.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Turner throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Turner takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Turner avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kubota shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Turner does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kubota there as he acknowledges the shot.
Turner punishes Kubota's body with a nice straight punch.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Turner misses with a body shot.
Kubota swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Turner.
Kubota looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kubota throws a body punch but Turner moves out of range.
Turner misses with a head kick.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turner. #T1#
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Turner takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Turner cracks Kubota with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Turner wants to counter with a clinch but Kubota pushes him away.
Kubota checks a leg kick.
Kubota looks to land a left hand but Turner moved out of range nicely.
Turner looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Kubota feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Turner lands a jab.
Kubota throws the left hand but Turner avoids the punch easily.
Turner swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kubota.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Turner steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kubota.
Turner throws a wild body kick that Kubota sees coming a mile off.
Elgin Turner seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Turner lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kubota's sensitive parts.
Turner avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Turner tries to counter with a clinch but Kubota shakes him off and moves away.
Kubota looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kubota lands a right hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Turner on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Turner moves away and avoids it.
Turner keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Turner.
Turner is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota. #T2#
Kubota stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Turner.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
A jab from Kubota misses.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Turner throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Turner's belly button to the back.
Kubota slips under a jab from Turner.
Kubota slips a jab from Turner.
Turner keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota throws a hook to the side of Turner's head but Turner sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Turner lands a right hook to the body.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Turner steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kubota.
Kubota slips a jab from Turner.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Kubota fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Turner checks it well.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Turner moves away.
Turner scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kubota doesn't seem bothered though.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Turner's sensitive parts.
Kubota stuns Turner with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Turner sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Turner paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The fighters circling - Turner throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turner.
Turner throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Turner if he has to take too many more of those.
Turner throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Turner buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Turner misses the shot to the body.
Turner lands with a good body shot.
Turner wants to land a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Turner tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It appears Kubota was looking to counter with a kick there.
Turner throws a low kick but Kubota avoids it.
A big left from Turner misses.
Turner on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A cross from Turner lands.
Turner thumps Kubota with a low kick.
Turner connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kubota's hands.
Turner fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kubota checks it well.
Kubota walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Turner checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Turner ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota checks a low kick from Turner.
Kubota feints and then cracks Turner's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Turner down. #T4#
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Turner scores with a leg kick.
Turner throws a wild body kick that Kubota sees coming a mile off.
Kubota swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Turner's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kubota lands a nice looking body shot.
Turner cracks Kubota with a good jab.
Kubota scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Nice defenses there by Turner.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Turner.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Turner sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A telegraphed right hand from Turner misses the target.
Nice cross by Turner.
Kubota lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Turner is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turner manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Kubota lands with a kick to the ribs.
Turner scores with a jab to the head.
Turner fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kubota checks it well.
Turner takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Elgin Turner 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#
Turner scores with a hook.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Turner is just out of range.
Turner throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turner.
Turner takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jab, jab by Turner - just one landing.
Turner lands a nice shot to the body.
Kubota throws a body punch but Turner moves out of range.
Turner ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Kubota throws a body punch but Turner moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota misses with an attempted mid kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Turner.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Turner throws a body kick that misses.
Turner throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kubota throws a chopping leg kick but Turner manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
Turner jabs at Kubota's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nice uppercut lands for Turner. That snapped Kubota's head back.
Turner has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.#T1#
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turner lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Turner tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kubota doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Turner throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
Kubota throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Turner moves out of range easily.
Turner ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Turner throws a low kick but Kubota avoids it.
Turner throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Turner throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
It looked like Kubota was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Turner.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Kubota staying out of range there.
Turner catches Kubota with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Turner has time to react.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Turner is out of range.
Turner checks a low kick from Kubota.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Turner.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Turner steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kubota. That one must have hurt.#T2#
Kubota punishes Turner's body with a nice straight punch.
Turner throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Turner misses with an uppercut.
Turner throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Turner fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Turner moved out of range.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Turner.
Turner pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kubota is out of range and Turner settles back down.
Kubota throws a quick counter head kick but Turner was just out of range.
Kubota walks into a jab.
A slapping body kick lands there for Turner.
Turner staying out of range there.
Turner looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Kubota lands a jab to the head.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Turner's sensitive parts.
Turner goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Turner thows a left - swing and a miss!
Turner missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Turner throws a right hand that Kubota ducks under and follows up with a left that Kubota also avoids with ease.#T3#
Kubota tests Turner's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Turner feints and then cracks Kubota's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kubota down.
Kubota's corner calls for a 1-2. Kubota obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kubota blocks a jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota stuns Turner with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Turner throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota lands a jab.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Turner moves away and avoids it.
Turner misses the shot to the body.
Turner slips under a jab from Kubota.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Turner.
Turner tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kubota paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kubota takes a swing at Turner's ribcage but misses.
Kubota tries to score with a low kick but Turner moves his leg out of the way.
Kubota throws a hook but Turner blocks it.
Turner tries a head kick but it misses.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
Turner cracks Kubota with a right hand to the side of the head.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turner misses the shot to the body.
Turner lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Turner thuds his shin into the meat of Kubota's side.
Turner moves out of range of the leg kick from Kubota.
Turner jabs Kubota right on the nose. Kubota blinks but takes it well.
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Turner tries a low kick but Kubota avoids it.
Turner throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Turner wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Turner throws a good cross that connects.
Kubota motions for Turner to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Turner smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota.
A nice leg kick lands there from Turner.
Kubota pivots, looking for a leg kick but Turner is out of range and Kubota settles back down.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Turner.
Kubota throws a shot to the body.
Turner is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Elgin Turner.
Well Turner 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight for Elgin Turner!
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight for Elgin Turner!
Judge George Francis scores the fight for Elgin Turner!

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

Event: 8L 74 - Fast Charger
Date: May 27, 2021

#R1#
King throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kubota throws a poor cross that misses
and King counters with a lovely shot to the body.
King ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
King throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota backing away here, and King unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kubota looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Good leg kick by Kubota.
King lands with a kick to the temple. Kubota shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kubota tries to score with a low kick but King moves his leg out of the way.
King tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
King tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
King avoids the head kick by Kubota.
King jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL2#
King clinches.
A short right from Kubota on the inside.
Kubota throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kings head.
Kubota misses with a body punch. #T1#
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as King controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
King throws a knee to the head but misses.
King blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kubota lands an uppercut.
King tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kubota avoids it.
King throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nice shot lands for Kubota.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but King is out of range.
Kubota takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick from King.
King throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and checks it nicely.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Kubota throws a body kick that misses.
King looks to clinch
enabling Kubota to counter with a crisp jab.
King misses with a head kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota missing with a left hand there. King was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
King throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and moves out of range.
King throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2##CL2#
King moves into the clinch successfully.
Kubota lands an uppercut.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside.
King tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kubota avoids it.
King missing with knees to the body.
King looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
King lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
King tries a knee to the head but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota gets through King's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
King with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for King.
King trying to land knees to the body.
Kubota lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kubota gets through King's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
King throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Kubota blocks it with crossed arms.
King trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch.
Kubota lands the left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. King moves away and avoids it.
Kubota is looking to score with low kicks.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Kubota blocks the body kick.
Kubota jabs at King's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota 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#
King attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but King manages to avoid it.
King connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
King blocks a jab.
King cracks Kubota with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped King's head back.
Kubota throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent King stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kubota.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota lands with a straight right. King didn't see that one coming.
King loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
King throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota.
King uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
King misses the jab.
King thumps Kubota with a low kick.
Kubota takes a swing at King's ribcage but misses.
King looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
King throws a right and a left that both miss.
Some bone on bone action there as King checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on King. That did some damage!
King ducks right into an uppercut from Kubota.
King tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Kubota closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
King avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
King throws a half hearted mid kick.
King throws a low kick, looking for Kubota's leg but Kubota calmly moves out of range.
King throws a sloppy head kick and Kubota moves out of range easily.
King pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A quick step to the side and Kubota tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by King.
King misses with a leg kick.
Kubota blocks a jab.
King throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
King slips under a jab from Kubota.
King throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Good work by King as he checks the leg kick.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
King on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kubota paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kubota crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from King - the referee stops the clock and Kubota gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says King. Kubota manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick misses from King.
Kubota checks the leg kick.
King looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2#
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from King.
Kubota looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
King throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and moves out of range.
King tries a head kick but it misses.
Kubota smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
King with the inside leg kick.
King uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Kubota throws a jab when King was well out of range.
King tries to counter with a clinch but Kubota shakes him off and moves away.
Kubota blocks a head kick by King.
King misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
King moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Some bone on bone action there as Kubota checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. King moves away and avoids it.
King tries to counter by closing the distance.
King misses with a head kick.
Kubota looks for the body kick but King saw that one coming.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
King misses with an attempted mid kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
King looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota is looking to counter with a body kick.
James King has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kubota throws a hook but King avoids it easily.
King connects with a jab.
King misses with a straight left.
Kubota takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Nice jab there from Kubota.
Kubota throws a hook but King avoids it easily.
King will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
King digs a good body shot into Kubota's ribs.
King misses with a body kick.
King throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kubota avoids the body shot from King.
King avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
King scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
King throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota is looking to land body kicks.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kubota ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body 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!
Kubota takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kubota cracks King with an open hand slap.#T1#
King throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota avoids the head kick by King.
Kubota throws a head kick but King moves out of range.
Kubota lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
King swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and King has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kubota takes a swing at King's ribcage but misses.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Kubota lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kubota thuds a left hand into King's body.
King misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Kubota checks the leg kick.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.#CL2#
King has closed the distance and engaged Kubota in a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
King landing knees to the head.
King with an attempt at a knee that misses.
King with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #T2#
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota presses King against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kubota on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Kubota creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Kubota. #BC#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
King misses with a wild combination.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kubota works the jab nicely.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
It looks like Kubota has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota scores with a hook.
King scores with a spinning back kick!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A slow jab from King misses its intended target.
King throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A shot to the liver by Kubota. Beautiful body shot.
Kubota blocks a head kick by King.

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

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

Takeru Kubota wins by unanimous decision!
Takeru Kubota 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: 8L 71 - BLM
Date: May 15, 2021

#R1#
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Aoki walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.
Nice jab there from Kubota.
Aoki bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota with a nice cross.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Aoki is out of range.
Kubota takes a swing at Aoki's ribcage but misses.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Aoki.
Kubota throws the kick towards the body but Aoki avoids it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kubota, as that shot connected.
Nice uppercut there from Aoki.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Aoki.
We've been informed that Aoki 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.
Aoki throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aoki throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kubota looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Aoki takes one to the side of the head.
Aoki works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Aoki lands with an overhand left.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
Aoki swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Kubota darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Aoki throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
Aoki misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
Aoki throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
And Kubota counters with a quick kick to the body but Aoki blocks it.
Aoki looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Aoki.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Aoki is out of range.
Kubota throws a leg kick
and Aoki counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Aoki 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 telegraphed right hand from Kubota misses the target.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota is looking to chop away at Aoki's legs.
Aoki throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Aoki looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Aoki throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota throws the kick towards the body but Aoki avoids it.#CL2#
Aoki moves into the clinch.#T2#
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Aokis head.
Kubota misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Aoki misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Aoki.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Aoki pushes Kubota back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Kubota tries to work over Aoki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kubota digs a right hand into Aoki's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Aoki's gas tank.
Kubota tries to work over Aoki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Aoki uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aoki lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Aoki swings wildly with an uppercut but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aoki blocks a body shot from Kubota.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Aoki.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Kubota's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Aoki clobbers Kubota with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Aoki connects with a jab.
Aoki lunges at Kubota with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kubota's hand.
Aoki moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Aoki stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Aoki throws a series of strikes that have Kubota backpedaling.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Aoki fakes the leg kick and cracks Kubota in the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kubota.
Aoki moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Aoki throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
An inside leg kick from Kubota misses.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Aoki is just out of range.
Aoki swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aoki lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Aoki.
Kubota throws a hook but Aoki blocks it.
Aoki cracks Kubota with an open hand slap.
Aoki throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Nice defenses there by Aoki.
Aoki uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Aoki moves out of range as Kubota strikes.#T1#
Kubota throws a hook but Aoki blocks it.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Aoki's sensitive parts.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Aoki saw that one coming.
Aoki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kubota.
Aoki swings widly with a right hand
and Kubota counters with a right hand to the body.
Aoki drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Aoki misses with a straight left.
Aoki is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Aoki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aoki. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aoki. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aoki fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kubota has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kubota with a nice cross.
Kubota throws a lazy head kick
and Aoki makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kubota's corner calls for a 1-2. Kubota obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back 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!
Aoki connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Aoki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Aoki.
Kubota punishes Aoki's body with a nice straight punch.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Aoki was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T2#
Aoki cracks Kubota with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Aoki waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Aoki checks the leg kick.
Aoki scores with a jab. Kubota acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL2#
Aoki darts in and clinches Kubota up against the ropes.
Kubota tries a body shot but Aoki blocks it.
Aoki takes a shot to the head.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Aoki blocking some punches.
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Aoki pushes Kubota back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Aoki pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Aoki's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kubota scores with a hook to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kubota.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Aoki.
Aoki has Kubota pressed against the ropes, preventing Kubota from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Aoki rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kubota counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota blocks a low kick nicely.
Kubota swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Aoki.
Aoki swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Aoki cracks a nice hook into Kubota's ribs.
Aoki looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Aoki's head.
Kubota lands with a shot to the body.
Aoki lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Aoki on the side of the head.
The fighters circling - Aoki throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Aoki backs away, Kubota returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kubota checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Aoki takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aoki scores with the left hand. Kubota knows he should have avoided that one.
Aoki waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Kubota rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Aoki counters with a straight right hand.
Aoki throws a series of punches but Kubota moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.#T1#
Aoki 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.
Aoki is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kubota with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Aoki thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Aoki uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Aoki misses the shot to the body.
Kubota lands an overhand right.
Aoki closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Nice uppercut lands for Aoki. That snapped Kubota's head back.
Aoki is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Aoki has Kubota up against the ropes in a clinch. #BC#
Kubota manages to break the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Aoki uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kubota has time to react.
Nice straight punches there by Aoki. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Aoki.
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.#T2#
A combination from Aoki does no damage.
Aoki ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Aoki moved out of range.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Aoki misses with a looping left.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Aoki misses with a hook.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Aoki sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kubota cracks a nice hook into Aoki's ribs.
Aoki blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Aoki ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Kubota listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Aoki pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota tries to score with a low kick but Aoki moves his leg out of the way.
Aoki appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Aoki connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Aoki checks it.
A slow jab from Aoki misses its intended target.
Kubota swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Aoki uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Shiny Aoki.
Well Kubota 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight for Shiny Aoki!
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight for Shiny Aoki!

Shiny Aoki wins by split decision!
As Shiny Aoki got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: tough opp....he ll do good shit but tonight was my time to do good shit i m done though i m 40 years old i THINK its over with...'.

Event: 8L 66 - Davis Jr
Date: Apr 21, 2021

#R1#
Snow walks into a stiff left hand from Kubota.
Snow keeps Kubota at a distance using the push kick.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Snow ducks down to avoid it.
We've been informed that Snow 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.
Snow misses with a hook.
A punch combination from Snow misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Snow.
Snow throws a low kick but Kubota moves out of range easily.
Kubota lands with a right hand.
Kubota throws a low kick but Snow avoids it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Snow fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kubota avoids a punch combination nicely.
Snow swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Snow with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Kubota throws a hook but Snow blocks it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Snow sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kubota takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Snow takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Snow missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Snow scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Snow fakes the leg kick and cracks Kubota in the body. #T1#
Snow avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota motions for Snow to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Snow lands a jab.
Kubota throws a head kick but Snow moves out of range.
Snow throws a leg kick but Kubota checks it.
Kubota checks a low kick from Snow.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Snow throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kubota swings away with a leg kick that misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Snow darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Snow tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Snow throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Kubota lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Snow fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Snow defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Snow lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat of the thigh.
Snow misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Snow misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Snow lands a two punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A punch lands to the side of Snow 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Snow was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Snow takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Snow misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kubota on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Snow.
Snow uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Donk. Kubota catches Snow right on the button with a cross.
Snow throws a low kick but Kubota moves out of range easily.
Kubota moves out of range as Snow strikes.
Kubota drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Snow keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
A little jabbing left from Snow on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Snow throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Snow tried to score with a low kick but Kubota checks it.
Kubota was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Good work by Snow as he checks the leg kick.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Snow.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick from Snow.
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Snow's sensitive parts.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nik Snow dominated that 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.#R2#
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Snow moves away.
Snow cracks Kubota with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kubota walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kubota attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Snow checks a leg kick.
It seemed like Snow was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
No joy there for Snow, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Snow throws a lazy uppercut
and Kubota counters with a straight right hand.
Snow throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota tries to score with a low kick but Snow moves his leg out of the way.
Kubota with the inside leg kick.
Snow throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Snow with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kubota to score with a decent uppercut.
Snow blocks a jab.
Kubota works Snow's body with a nice hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Snow scoring well with a low kick there.
Snow avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Snow connects with a nice looking jab.
Snow throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Kubota to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Snow misses with a low kick.
Kubota lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Snow connects with the punch.
Snow throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota throws a body kick that misses.
Snow connects with a solid leg kick.
Snow has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kubota avoids the head kick by Snow.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Snow throws out a powerful jab.
Snow tries to bum rush Kubota with a series of wild strikes but Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Snow 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 right from Snow misses.
Kubota lands with a cross.
Kubota digs a good hook to Snow's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota throws a wild body kick that Snow sees coming a mile off.
Snow moves out of range of the leg kick from Kubota.
Kubota connects with a high kick.
Snow lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Snow lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Snow swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nik Snow seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Snow was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.#T2#
Snow looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Snow drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Snow moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Snow throws a body kick that misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Kubota blocks the leg kick.
Kubota walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Snow checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Snow thuds his shin into the meat of Kubota's side.
Snow uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Snow moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota.
Kubota will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
A leg kick checked by Snow.
It seemed like Snow was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Snow missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Snow 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.
A jab from Kubota does it's job there.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body kick from Snow.
Snow blocks a low kick nicely.
Snow rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kubota moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Snow's head.
Snow lands a slapping body shot.
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 Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Snow looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Snow missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Snow was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Snow misses with a low kick.
Kubota connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Snow momentarily.
Snow throws a right hand that Kubota ducks under and follows up with a left that Kubota also avoids with ease.
Nice body punch from Snow.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Snow.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota digs a good body shot into Snow's ribs.
Snow connects with a single shot there.
A low kick from Kubota misses
and Snow counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota blocks the body kick.
Snow lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Snow walks into a left hand.
Kubota throws a lazy uppercut
and Snow counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kubota throws a shot to the body.
Kubota throws a jab when Snow was well out of range.
Snow lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Snow slips under a jab.
Snow changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Snow is looking to land body kicks.
Snow's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kubota staying out of range there.
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A clash of legs there as Kubota blocks the low kick.
Snow takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kubota.
Kubota throws a wild body kick that Snow sees coming a mile off.
Snow unleashes a big counter combination but Kubota bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Snow stuns Kubota with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.
Kubota needs to keep his hands up - Snow had a free shot at his head there.
Kubota throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Snow misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
Snow fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kubota lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Snow at a distance.
Kubota chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Snow can pounce on him.
Snow throws a body shot but no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot to the liver by Kubota. Beautiful body shot.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Snow throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Snow.#T2#
Snow throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Snow tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kubota is able to avoid easily.
Snow takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kubota scores with a body shot.
Snow throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Snow stuns Kubota with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Snow tries to score with a low kick but Kubota moves his leg out of the way.
Kubota throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Snow stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Snow connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Snow uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Snow misses with an uppercut
and Kubota counters with a stiff right hand.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Snow.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Snow misses with a low kick as Kubota jumps back.
Kubota throws a shot to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
A telegraphed right hand from Snow misses the target.
Kubota moves out of range as Snow throws a body kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Nik Snow.
Well Snow 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 Paul Aken scores the fight for Nik Snow!
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight for Nik Snow!
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight for Nik Snow!

Nik Snow wins by unanimous decision!
An out of breath and clearly excited Nik Snow thanked UnderGround Supplements for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: PFC 243 Blazkov vs Lach
Date: Jan 31, 2021

#R1#
Boaz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Boaz is just out of range.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boaz.
Kubota throws a hook but Boaz blocks it.
A big left from Boaz misses.
Kubota lands a head kick. Boaz smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Boaz throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Boaz stuns Kubota with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
We've been hearing reports that Boaz has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Boaz lands a leg kick that knocks Kubota off balance momentarily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kubota, as that shot connected.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kubota in his tracks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Boaz has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Boaz there as he acknowledges the shot.
Boaz lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota connects with a single shot there.
Kubota on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Kubota has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Boaz.
Crunch! Kubota slams his shin into Boaz's torso.
Kubota scores with a hook.
Kubota tried to score with a low kick but Boaz checks it.
Kubota checks a leg kick.
Boaz fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Boaz fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kubota getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circle momentarily. Boaz darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Boaz thumps Kubota with a low kick.
A left lands for Boaz.
Boaz lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kubota takes a step back to recover.
Boaz moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Boaz throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kubota avoids it.
Boaz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down. #T2#
Kubota fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Boaz on the side of the head.
Boaz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kubota.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boaz wants to slow Kubota down by chopping away at his legs.
Kubota takes one to the chin there.
Jab by Kubota.
Boaz tried to score with a low kick but Kubota checks it.
Good work by Kubota as he checks the leg kick.
Boaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boaz misses with a body kick.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Boaz.
Kubota sizes up Boaz with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boaz.
Boaz is looking to counter punch.
Kubota is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Boaz had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kubota slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boaz moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Good exchange - Kubota coming out on top.#T3##TD#
Boaz shoots in and bounces Kubota off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Kubota wants to stand up but Boaz is controlling him.
Boaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Kubota is retaining full guard.
Kubota is looking to stand up but Boaz isn't so interested in that idea.
Boaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kubota is keeping the position for now.
Boaz works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4#
Boaz stops Kubota from getting back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Kubota has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Boaz is on him like a limpet, forcing Kubota back against the cage.#TD#
Boaz gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boaz wants to pass to mount but Kubota is defending the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Boaz is working hard here to advance position.
Kubota is trying to stand.
Boaz performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kubota keeps working.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz uses his free foot to push down on Kubota's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kubota.
Boaz mounts Kubota! Really nice guard pass there!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Boaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Boaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Good shot there by Boaz.
Kubota swings for the body but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz shoots in for a double leg but Kubota sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Boaz looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Boaz throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz cracks Kubota with an open hand slap.
Kubota swings widly with a right hand
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boaz moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Boaz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kubota just manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kubota 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 Boaz has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Boaz and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Boaz throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Boaz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Boaz's body. Boaz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
A big right from Kubota misses.
Boaz misses with a kick to the body.
Boaz looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Boaz slips the punch.
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Boaz's belly button to the back.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Boaz moved out of range.
Kubota slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kubota throws a lazy uppercut
and Boaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kubota walks into a jab.
Boaz takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Boaz tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Boaz is looking to chop away at Kubota's legs. #T2##TD#
Boaz fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kubota to the ground. Boaz is now in Kubota's guard.
Boaz passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Boaz is looking to take a break and control but Kubota is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kubota is pushing Boaz's head away, looking to escape. Boaz manages to hold on to the position though.
Kubota tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Kubota tries to buck Boaz off but he can't manage it.
Kubota is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Boaz has taken his back.
Kubota is trying to get back to his feet but Boaz has full control of the position and if anything, Kubota has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T3##SUB#
Boaz is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Kubota is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Wamberto Boaz!
An out of breath Wamberto Boaz thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: PFC 237 Jones vs Bapp
Date: Jan 10, 2021

#R1#
Kubota misses with a straight left.
Objedkov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Objedkov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Objedkov.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kubota scores with a punch to the head.
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
Objedkov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Objedkov throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kubota explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kubota has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Diamond Unbreakable in the buildup to the fight.
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota throws a poor cross that misses
letting Objedkov counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota throws a lazy uppercut
and Objedkov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Objedkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
A big right from Objedkov misses.
Objedkov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Objedkov misses with a jab, cross combination. #T1#
Kubota stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kubota wants it to stay on the feet.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Objedkov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Objedkov misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Objedkov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kubota finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Objedkov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Objedkov.
Objedkov slips a jab from Kubota.
Objedkov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Kubota lands a slapping body shot.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Objedkov was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Objedkov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down. #CL2#
Objedkov gets a clinch.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Objedkov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Objedkov controls the action.
Objedkov wants a takedown but no success here.
Objedkov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kubota gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Objedkov.
Kubota is leaning against Objedkov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T2##BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kubota tries to work over Objedkov's front leg with a kick but Objedkov checks it.
Kubota will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Objedkov 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 low kick from Kubota is predictable there #TD2#
and Objedkov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Objedkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Objedkov wants to control from the top but Kubota keeps moving.
Kubota wants to stand but Objedkov is controlling the position.
Objedkov is pushing down on Kubota's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kubota is fighting to maintain full guard but Objedkov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Objedkov slips a nice elbow through Kubota's hands, connecting with Kubota's forehead.
Objedkov trying to control from half guard but Kubota is working away.
Kubota is trying to stand back up but Objedkov is controlling him #T3##SUB2#
Objedkov is working for a kimura but Kubota is defending it quite comfortably. #ES#
Kubota manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Objedkov keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #BC#
Kubota's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kubota defending well as Objedkov loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nice straight punches there by Kubota. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kubota.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Objedkov looks for a takedown but Kubota sprawls well.
Kubota scores with a nice body kick.
Kubota 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.
No luck for Objedkov with that takedown attempt. #T4#
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Objedkov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kubota fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Objedkov on the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Objedkov off balance momentarily.
Kubota tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Objedkov is able to avoid easily.
Objedkov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kubota swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Objedkov.
Kubota misses with a low kick. #TD2#
Objedkov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kubota is trying to stand up here but Objedkov is controlling him well. #ES#
Kubota pushes Objedkov off and gets back to his feet.
Objedkov moves out of range of the body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Objedkov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Kubota throws out a leg kick but Objedkov moves out of range and Kubota only half commits.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Objedkov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Objedkov takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Objedkov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kubota tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Objedkov is able to avoid easily.#CL2#
Objedkov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Objedkov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Objedkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Objedkov backwards. #TD2#
Objedkov has clasped his hands together around Kubota's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Objedkov working his ground and pound in the gym.
Sergey Objedkov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Objedkov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kubota is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Objedkov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Kubota trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#T1##SUB2#
Objedkov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Objedkov looks up at the clock and then as Kubota takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Objedkov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude! #ES#
Kubota throws Objedkov to one side and escapes!
Kubota moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Objedkov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Objedkov defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Objedkov throws out a counter right but Kubota avoids it with no problem.
Kubota fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Objedkov is out of range.
Objedkov with the counter takedown but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kubota takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kubota keeps the fight on the outside.
No luck for Objedkov with that takedown attempt.
Objedkov walks into a stiff left hand from Kubota.#T2#
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Objedkov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kubota defending well as Objedkov loads up on a big left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Objedkov darts in and clinches Kubota up against the cage.
Kubota lands an uppercut.
Kubota working aggressively here.
A right hook to the body lands for Kubota.
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Objedkov backwards.
Objedkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kubota is trying to break the clinch but Objedkov is controlling him.
Kubota working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kubota tries to throw a body punch but Objedkov avoids it by throwing Kubota back against the cage.
Kubota prevents the takedown attempt.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Objedkov.
Objedkov tries to work over Kubota's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Objedkov blocks a body shot from Kubota.
Objedkov presses Kubota against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kubota cracks a nice hook into Objedkov's ribs.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Objedkov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kubota scores with a body shot.
Objedkov ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kubota getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Objedkov 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 looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Objedkov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Objedkov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick
and Objedkov counters with a nice uppercut.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Objedkov.
Objedkov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kubota's head.
Kubota thows a body kick. Objedkov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Objedkov can do to turn this around?
Kubota lands with a kick to the temple. Objedkov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Objedkov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kubota as he jumps to the side. #T4#
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Objedkov. That did some damage!
Objedkov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Objedkov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kubota cracks Objedkov with an open hand slap.
Kubota thuds his right hand into Objedkov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Objedkov walks into a jab.
Objedkov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Objedkov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Objedkov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Objedkov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
Kubota tries to land a front kick but Objedkov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nice defenses there by Objedkov.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
That's time! Kubota's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Objedkov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Objedkov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kubota's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Objedkov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kubota scrambles back to his feet.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota takes a swing at Objedkov's ribcage but misses.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Objedkov saw that one coming.
Kubota connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A jab from Kubota does it's job there.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kubota. That's going to slow Objedkov down.
Objedkov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota looks to land a body kick but Objedkov moved away.
Objedkov avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Objedkov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Objedkov off balance momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Objedkov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Objedkov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kubota as he jumps to the side. #T1#
Objedkov swinging wildly here.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kubota swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Objedkov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Objedkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Objedkov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Objedkov looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Objedkov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a low kick as Objedkov jumps back.
Objedkov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
Objedkov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Objedkov moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
Kubota throws a solid leg kick but Objedkov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kubota.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Objedkov.
Kubota connects with the punch.
Objedkov misses with a body shot.
Objedkov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kubota sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T2#
Objedkov blocks the body kick. #TD2#
Objedkov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota is refusing to be controlled, as Objedkov sits in half guard.
Kubota is trying to stand. #ES#
Kubota manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Objedkov keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Objedkov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kubota after a bit of a struggle.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Objedkov.#TD2#
Objedkov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kubota is trying to keep an underhook but Objedkov manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Objedkov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #ES#
Kubota has one foot on Objedkov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Objedkov 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.
Kubota misses with an uppercut
and Objedkov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Objedkov is just out of range.
A leg kick checked by Objedkov.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Kubota misses with a leg kick.
Kubota connects with the punch.
Kubota lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kubota thumps Objedkov with a low kick.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
And Objedkov tries to counter it with a takedown but Kubota pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Objedkov looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Sergey Objedkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Objedkov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.
Kubota works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Objedkov 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.
Objedkov misses with the combination.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Objedkov moves out of range as Kubota throws a body kick. #CL2#
Objedkov gets a clinch. #T4#
Objedkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kubota prevents it.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
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!#BC#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Kubota feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Objedkovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Objedkov was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.
Objedkov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kubota defends well and Objedkov ends up having to push Kubota into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Objedkov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kubota connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Objedkov scrambles back to his feet.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Objedkov.
Objedkov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kubota lands a head shot.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A low kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A lazy left from Kubota finds it's target.
Kubota throws a front kick aimed at Objedkov's knee but Objedkov avoids it well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kubota 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota 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: PFC 228 Petrov vs Aiken
Date: Dec 05, 2020

#R1#
Axius fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Axius closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kubota takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Axius with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kubota to score with a decent uppercut.
Axius lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota misses with a hook. Axius ducked under it nicely.
Axius tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kubota defends well and Axius ends up having to push Kubota into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Axius misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Axius misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kubota scores with a shot to the side of Axius's head.
Kubota tries to break the clinch but Axius is controlling the position.
Kubota pushes Axius back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Axius.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Axius controls the action.
Kubota lands with a short punch from the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Axius gets through Kubota's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Axius tries to break free but Kubota pushes him back against the cage.
We've been informed that Kubota 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.#BC2#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Kubota misses with a left hand
and Axius connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Axius lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Axius breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Axius uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Kubota tests Axius's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kubota throws a hook but Axius avoids it easily.
Axius ducks right into an uppercut from Kubota.
Kubota fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Axius looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Axius on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Axius throws a leg kick which misses Kubota's front leg but catches the back leg as Kubota tries to avoid it.
Nice body kick from Axius.
Axius looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Axius is out of range.
Axius uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota 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.
A chopping leg kick lands by Axius.
Axius throws a front kick aimed at Kubota's knee but Kubota avoids it well.
Kubota thuds his right hand into Axius's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T2#
Axius ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Axius throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Axius thumps Kubota with a low kick.
Axius tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Axius looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Axius fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Axius sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Axius takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kubota throws a poor cross that misses
and Axius counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Axius swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Axius stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL#
Axius gets a clinch.
Axius struggles to land a body shot inside as Kubota controls his hands.
Axius misses with a body punch.
Axius tries to work over Kubota's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kubota lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Axius.
Axius lands with a left to the head.
Kubota takes a shot to the head. #T3#
Kubota blocking some punches.
Axius misses with a short punch on the inside.
Axius lands with a left to the head.
Axius misses with some punches.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Axius.
Kubota scores with a nice hook to the head.
Axius blocks a body shot from Kubota.
Kubota works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Axius controls the action. #BC2#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Axius needs to keep his hands up - Kubota had a free shot at his head there.
Axius misses the jab.
Kubota throws an off balance right hand
and Axius counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Axius on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kubota scores with a spinning back kick!
Axius thumps Kubota with a low kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Axius moves away.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kubota misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Axius tries to land a front kick but Kubota steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Axius misses with an attempted mid kick.
Axius keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Axius misses with a straight left.
Axius takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kubota drops his hands momentarily and Axius takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kubota swings for the body but Axius moves out of range.
Axius looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Axius misses with a body kick.
Kubota rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Axius counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kubota scores with a kick to the midsection.
Axius dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kubota. That did some damage!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Axius 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 Kubota has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kubota and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Axius with a jab.
Axius throws a body kick that misses.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Axius.
It seemed like Kubota was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Axius.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Axius is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod.
That's time! Axius's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Axius takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Axius cracks Kubota with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
Kubota swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Axius.
Kubota works the jab nicely.
Kubota looks for the body kick but Axius saw that one coming.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Axius scores with a body shot. #CL#
Axius rushes Kubota and presses him up against the cage.
Axius throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.
Nice body punch from Kubota - that landed with a thud.
Axius presses Kubota against the cage and delivers a mid-strength 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!
Kubota throws a head punch that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Kubota. #BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch.
Axius bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Axius throws a leg kick that misses.
Axius takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kubota takes a swing at Axius's ribcage but misses.
Axius moves away from the strike by Kubota. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Axius. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Axius misses with a low kick as Kubota jumps back.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Axius throws a low kick but Kubota moves out of range easily.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Axius looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Kubota throws a low kick, looking for Axius's leg but Axius calmly moves out of range.
Axius misses the shot to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kubota checks a leg kick.
Axius attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Axius avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Axius was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Axius takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Axius throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Axius ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Axius misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Axius is just out of range.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Axius with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T2#
Axius connects with an inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Axius lands with a nice body punch.
Kubota throws the left hand but Axius avoids the punch easily.
Axius throws the kick towards the body but Kubota avoids it.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kubota scores with a sloppy right hand. Axius should have avoided that one.
Axius moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Axius takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Axius moved out of range.
Axius throws a chopping leg kick but Kubota manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kubota crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Axius - the referee stops the clock and Kubota gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Axius. Kubota manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kubota checks a leg kick nicely.
Axius motions for Kubota to come forward. Axius throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Axius is just out of range.
Axius is looking to counter punch.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Axius manages to avoid it.
Axius paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Axius is looking to score with low kicks.#T3#
Axius throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Axius throws out a leg kick but Kubota moves out of range and Axius only half commits.
Axius misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice shot lands for Kubota.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kubota misses with a low kick as Axius jumps back.
Axius was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Axius saw that one coming.
Axius throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
Axius looks for the body kick but Kubota saw that one coming.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
A solid body kick from Axius.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Axius with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kubota to score with a decent uppercut.
Axius moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Axius gets in close and instigates a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Axius makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T4#
Nice body punch from Kubota.
Kubota cracks Axius with a nice body shot.
Axius throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.
Axius scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kubota wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Axius has him pressed against the cage.
Kubota tries to work over Axius's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kubota's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Axius goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Axius blocks an uppercut.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Axius.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Axius fails to land. #BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Axius stuns Kubota with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Axius misses with a kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Axius swings widly with a right hand
letting Kubota counter with a right hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kubota.
Axius drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Kubota digs a good hook to Axius's body.
Axius tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kubota is able to avoid easily.
Kubota connects with the punch.
Axius is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kubota throws out a counter right but Axius avoids it with no problem.
Kubota connects with a looping right hand.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Axius throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Kubota to counter with a crisp jab.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Axius moves away and avoids it.
Axius has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kubota finds it's way round the side to connect with Axius's head.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Axius moves into the clinch.
Axius swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Axius tries to throw a body punch but Kubota avoids it by throwing Axius back against the cage.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Axius.
Kubota lands a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota. #T1#
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Axius has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kubota goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Axius misses with a body kick.
Kubota misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Axius counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Axius.
Kubota looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Axius cracks Kubota with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Axius sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Axius throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Axius's belly button to the back.
Axius misses with a body shot.
Axius scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Axius uses good head movement to avoid it.
Axius misses with a jab, cross combination.
Axius checks a leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kubota, as that shot connected.
Gemellus Axius has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Axius misses with a low kick.
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Axius swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Kubota on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Axius uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kubota lands with a nice body kick.
Axius throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Axius stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Axius is out of range.
Axius throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Axius wants to land a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kubota slips under a jab from Axius.
Axius looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Axius ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Kubota with a hook.
A lazy left from Axius finds it's target.
Kubota misses with a looping left.#T3#
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Axius looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kubota swings for the body but Axius moves out of range.
Axius misses with a looping left.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Axius misses the shot to the body.
A leg kick checked by Kubota.
Axius misses with a jab to the body
and Kubota counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota cracks a nice hook into Axius's ribs.
Kubota connects with a single shot there.
Kubota checks the leg kick.
Nice body kick from Kubota.
Axius just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.
Axius moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T4#
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Kubota tries to land a front kick but Axius steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Axius 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 Axius.
Axius takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Axius's body.
Kubota looks to land a body kick but Axius moved away.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Axius.
Axius looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Axius lands a nice looking body shot.
Axius throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota jabs at Axius's body.
Nice jab there from Kubota.
Axius avoids the body shot from Kubota.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kubota gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
Kubota lands a really nice looking cross but Axius seems unphased.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kubota 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
After the fight, Takeru Kubota 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: PFC 221 Gormsson vs Bennett 2
Date: Nov 08, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kenobi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kenobi avoids a kick to the body.
Kenobi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kenobi tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Good leg kick by Kenobi.
Kenobi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gymi in the buildup to the fight.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kenobi.
Kubota has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kenobi finds it's way round the side to connect with Kubota's head.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kubota lands the left hand.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Kenobi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A jab from Kubota finds it's way through Kenobi's defenses.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Kenobi's body.
Nice cross by Kenobi.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kubota bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kubota takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kenobi scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kenobi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kubota throws the kick towards the body but Kenobi avoids it.
Kenobi looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Kubota tries a quick counter leg kick but Kenobi is wise to it.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kubota throws a leg kick but Kenobi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Kenobi.
Kubota lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kubota throws a body punch but Kenobi moves out of range.
Kubota lands a jab.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kenobi misses with a hook.
Kubota throws a head kick but Kenobi moves out of range.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Kenobi misses with a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Kenobi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kenobi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kenobi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kenobi takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Kenobi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've been informed that Kubota 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.
Kenobi throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Kenobi avoids the body shot from Kubota.
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!
Kenobi wants to land a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota slips under a jab.#T2#
Kubota throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kenobi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Kubota lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kenobi tries to move into range but Kubota moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kubota throws a right hand that misses
and Kenobi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kenobi moves away.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Kenobi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kenobi appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kenobi scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Kenobi takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Kenobi as he connects with a hook.
Kenobi slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kenobi fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota is looking to slow Kenobi down with leg kicks.
Kenobi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kenobi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T3#
Kenobi lands a nice hook to Kubota's body. Kubota takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kubota takes a swing at Kenobi's ribcage but misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kenobi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kubota's head backwards.
Kenobi is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Kenobi wants to clinch up but Kubota keeps it at a distance.
Kenobi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kenobi swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kenobi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota avoids a kick to the body.
Kenobi moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota misses with a leg kick.
Kenobi slips under a jab from Kubota.
Kubota throws an off balance right hand
and Kenobi counters with a stiff right hand.
That kick from Kenobi tenderised Kubota's leg. Kubota is trying to keep his angry face on.
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#
Kubota gets tackled into the cage by Kenobi. Kenobi maintains the clinch.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kenobi's elbow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kenobi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Kubota lands a shoulder strike.
Kenobi dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Kenobi lands an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kubota.
Kenobi misses with the head strike.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Kenobi.
Kenobi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kubota takes an elbow to the forehead.
Kenobi misses with an elbow strike.
A nice left hand lands by Kenobi.
A right hand to the body from Kenobi.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kenobi throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Kubota on the inside.
Kubota lands on the inside with an uppercut.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kenobi comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Kubota scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kubota takes an elbow to the temple.
Kubota lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
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 Obi Wan Kenobi will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Kenobi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kenobi cracks Kubota with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Kenobi moves out of range easily.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Kubota throws a body punch but Kenobi moves out of range.
Kenobi blocks the body kick.
A punch lands to the side of Kenobi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kubota looks to land a body kick but Kenobi moved away.
Kenobi moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
Kenobi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kenobi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kenobi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Good standup being displayed there by Kenobi as he connects with a hook.
Kenobi with a nice calf kick.
Kubota connects 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!
Kenobi throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throws a body punch but Kenobi moves out of range.
Kubota delivers a nice body kick.
Obi Wan Kenobi is winning the standup battle so far.
Kenobi throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota throws a jab when Kenobi was well out of range.
Kenobi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T1#
Kenobi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kubota checks a leg kick.
Kenobi throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota.
Kenobi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota scores with a kick to the body.
Kenobi slips under a jab.
Kenobi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kenobi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kubota on the side of the head. #CL#
Kenobi clinches.
Kubota lands a nice uppercut.
Kenobi misses with the head strike.
Kenobi lands a nice elbow.
Kenobi lands a hook that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Kubota pushes Kenobi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Kenobi.
Kenobi pushes Kubota back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Kenobi - that landed with a thud.
Kenobi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kenobi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards. #T2#
Kenobi blocks an uppercut.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kenobi blocking some punches.
Kenobi throws an elbow but it misses.
Kenobi throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kubota lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kenobi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kubota or not.
Kenobi pushes Kubota back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kenobi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Good body shot from Kenobi.
Kenobi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kenobi struggles to land a body shot inside as Kubota controls his hands.
Kenobi misses with the head strike.
Kenobi throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #BC2#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kenobi.
Kenobi feints and then cracks Kubota's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kubota down.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kenobi.
Kubota closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kenobi lands a body shot.
Kenobi's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kubota under the eye.#T3#
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kubota connects with a leg kick.
Kenobi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kenobi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kubota misses with a hook. Kenobi ducked under it nicely.
Kenobi lands a nice looking body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota cracks Kenobi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kenobi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kenobi is looking to slow Kubota down with leg kicks.
Kenobi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
Kubota throws a hook but Kenobi blocks it.
Kenobi takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kenobi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kenobi works Kubota's body with a nice hook.
Kenobi looks for the body kick but Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Kenobi throws a good cross that connects. #T4#
Kenobi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kenobi throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota lands with a hook. Kenobi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kenobi misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kenobi misses with a straight left.
It seemed like Kubota was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kenobi throws a leg kick
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kenobi avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kubota moves out of range as Kenobi throws a body kick.
Kenobi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kenobi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kenobi misses the jab.
Kenobi misses with a straight right.
Kenobi throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Kenobi slips the punch.
Kenobi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Kenobi misses the target.
Kenobi misses with a looping left.
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back 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 Obi Wan Kenobi will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Kenobi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kenobi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kenobi uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kenobi looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Kenobi throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Kenobi is just out of range.
Kenobi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kenobi - that will leave a mark! #CL#
Kenobi darts in and clinches Kubota up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kenobi.
Kubota has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kenobi throws a head punch that misses.
Kenobi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kenobi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kubotas head.
Kubota dodges an elbow strike from Kenobi.
Kenobi is trying to stall.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Kenobi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kenobi tries to work over Kubota's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kenobi will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kubota up against the cage.#T1#
Kubota blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kenobi backwards.
Kubota lands a hook that snaps the head of Kenobi backwards.
Kubota is trying to break free.
Kenobi pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Kenobi throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kenobi misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kubota.
Kenobi prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Kenobi pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Kenobi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kenobi.
Kubota lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kenobi backwards.
Kubota's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kenobi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kubota takes a shot to the head.
Kubota misses with some punches.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kenobi throws an elbow but misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kubota.
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
Kubota wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kenobi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kenobi blocking some punches.
Obi Wan Kenobi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kubota is trying to force a seperation but Kenobi has the dominant position.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kenobi explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kenobi looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Kenobi. That snapped Kubota's head back.
Kenobi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kenobi throws out the jab.
Kubota misses with a right hand
and Kenobi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kenobi checks a leg kick.
Kenobi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kenobi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kubota takes one on the button.
Kenobi avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T3#
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kenobi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kubota misses with a low kick as Kenobi jumps back.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Kenobi.
Kubota wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kubota scores with a punch to the head.
Kubota pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kenobi is out of range and Kubota settles back down.
Kubota checks a low kick from Kenobi.
Jab, jab by Kubota - just one landing.
Kubota tries to work over Kenobi's front leg with a kick but Kenobi checks it.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Kenobi throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kubota.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Kenobi ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T4#
Kubota throws a jab when Kenobi was well out of range.
Kenobi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
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!
Kubota blocks a leg kick.
Kenobi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kenobi throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little jabbing left from Kubota on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kenobi defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Kenobi thuds his right hand into Kubota's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kenobi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kenobi clobbers Kubota with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kenobi moves out of range of the strikes.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kenobi. That's going to slow Kubota down.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
Kubota throws a hook but Kenobi blocks it.
Kubota thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kenobi if he has to take too many more of those.
Kenobi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Kenobi's head back.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Kenobi does a little dance to reset his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Obi Wan Kenobi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kenobi 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Obi Wan Kenobi!
A very excited looking Obi Wan Kenobi 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: PFC 210 Gormsson vs Parade
Date: Sep 27, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dong throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kubota lands a lovely overhand right.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota scores with a hook.
Dong is looking to clinch.
Kubota misses the jab.
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kubota throws a front kick aimed at Dong's knee but Dong avoids it well.
Kubota goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kubota walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kubota 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.
Kubota looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Dong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dong tries to score with a low kick but Kubota moves his leg out of the way.
Dong lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Dong.
Dong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A shot to the liver by Dong. Beautiful body shot.
Kubota scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL2#
Dong clinches.
Kubota misses with the head strike. #T1#
Kubota scores with a hook to the body.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Dong.
Kubota scores with a shoulder strike.
Dong tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Dong breaks the clinch.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Dong saw that one coming.
Dong throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Dong takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Dong misses with a body kick.
Dong misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kubota.
A punch lands to the side of Dong 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kubota throws a body punch but Dong moves out of range.
Dong looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Dong throws a low kick but Kubota moves out of range easily.
Dong's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kubota connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dong scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dong.
Dong on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A big left from Kubota misses. #T2#
Dong is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
Kubota takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kubota misses with a hook.
Dong slips a jab from Kubota.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dong.
Dong misses with a body kick.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Dong tries to land a front kick but Kubota steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kubota lands with a shot to the body.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Dong checks a leg kick nicely.
Dong throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota misses with a looping right.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dong was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Kubota throws out a leg kick but Dong moves out of range and Kubota only half commits.
Kubota connects with the punch.
Dong misses with a looping left.
Dong misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Kubota scores with a nice body kick.
Kubota is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kubota connects with a jab.
Kubota takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Kubota avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
It looked like Kubota wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dong slips a straight right by Kubota.
Dong tries to land a leg kick but Kubota saw it coming and moves away.
Kubota walks into a left hand.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Dong was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Dong misses with a looping left.
Kubota throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Dong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Kubota tried to score with a low kick but Dong checks it.
Dong scores with a leg kick.
Kubota throws a hook but Dong avoids it easily.
Dong looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved 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!
Kubota throws a chopping leg kick but Dong manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Dong on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Dong lands a front kick.#T4#
Good leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota feints and then cracks Dong's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dong down.
Dong lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dong stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kubota, as that shot connected.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dong blocks a jab.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Dong's sensitive parts.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
A clash of legs there as Kubota blocks the low kick.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Dong moves away and avoids it.
A big left from Dong misses.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
And Dong responds with a good body kick, but Kubota manages to step out the way in time.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dong throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range. #CL2#
Dong moves into the clinch.#BC#
Kubota pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kubota throws a chopping leg kick but Dong manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Dong moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Yung Hung Dong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota tries to score with a low kick but Dong moves his leg out of the way.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kubota is looking to slow Dong down with leg kicks.
Crunch! Dong slams his shin into Kubota's torso.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Good exchange - Kubota coming out on top.
Dong stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dong is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota slips a jab from Dong.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Dong was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dong throws a low kick, looking for Kubota's leg but Kubota calmly moves out of range.
Kubota swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Dong throws a half hearted mid kick.
Dong moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota throws the left hand but Dong avoids the punch easily.
Some bone on bone action there as Kubota checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dong misses with a low kick as Kubota jumps back.
Kubota lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dong at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dong gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kubota makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Dong really felt that one!
Kubota misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dong! But no joy.
Dong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dong is trying to counter with his kicks.
Dong lands an overhand right.#T1#
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Kubota throws a jab when Dong was well out of range.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dong can do to turn this around?
Dong takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Dong looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dong 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.
A clash of legs there as Kubota blocks the low kick.
Kubota takes a swing at Dong's ribcage but misses.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dong.
Kubota misses with a hook.
Kubota misses the jab.
Dong takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Dong.
Kubota cracks Dong with an open hand slap.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dong connects with a right hand. Kubota shakes it off.
Kubota cracks Dong with an open hand slap.
Dong moves out of range as Kubota throws a body kick.
Dong appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dong staying out of range there.#T2#
Dong throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kubota counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dong's knee momentarily.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Dong misses with a low kick.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Kubota is looking to score with low kicks.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dong moves away.
Dong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dong slips under a jab from Kubota.
Dong throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota motions for Dong to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dong throws out a counter right but Kubota avoids it with no problem.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Dong's front leg but catches the back leg as Dong tries to avoid it.
Dong finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dong doesn't seem bothered though.
Kubota swats away the attempt to clinch by Dong.
Kubota with a jab.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Dong tries to land a front kick but Kubota steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Decent striking displayed by Dong there.
Kubota lands with a straight right. Dong didn't see that one coming.
Kubota takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Dong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dong looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Dong is just out of range.
Kubota lands a body shot.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Dong's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Dong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Dong pushes Kubota away with a front kick.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dong throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kubota cracks Dong with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kubota will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kubota checks the leg kick.
Dong jabs Kubota right on the nose. Kubota blinks but takes it well.
Kubota is looking to chop away at Dong's legs.
Dong throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Dong blocks the body kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dong slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dong.
Dong throws a leg kick that misses.
Kubota takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T4#
Dong looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota checks a low kick from Dong.
Dong misses the shot to the body.
Dong scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kubota motions for Dong to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dong lands a slapping body shot.
Dong looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dong.
Kubota 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.
Kubota takes one to the side of the head.
Dong misses with a straight left.
Dong misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kubota checks a leg kick nicely.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick.
Kubota tries to work over Dong's front leg with a kick but Dong checks it.
Kubota backing away here, and Dong unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kubota lands a jab to Dong's midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dong fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Dong with a nice calf kick.
Jab, jab by Dong - just one landing.
Kubota throws a low kick but Dong moves out of range easily.
Kubota on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
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 Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kubota lands a jab to the head.
Dong slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Dong's body.
Kubota tries to move into range but Dong moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dong misses with a looping left.
As Dong backs away, Kubota returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Dong throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Dong.
Dong throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Dong has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dong lands with a nice body kick.
Dong throws a wild body kick that Kubota sees coming a mile off.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Dong attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota throws a solid leg kick but Dong takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kubota.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Dong moved out of range.
Dong blocks a leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Dong on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Kubota pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dong is out of range and Kubota settles back down.
Kubota looks to land a body kick but Dong moved away.
Dong thuds his shin into the meat of Kubota's side.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dong waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Dong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.#T1#
Kubota misses with a straight left.
A clash of legs there as Dong blocks the low kick.
Kubota cracks a nice hook into Dong's ribs.
Kubota throws a body punch but Dong moves out of range.
Dong was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dong sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Dong.
Dong slips a jab from Kubota.
Dong throws a chopping leg kick but Kubota manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
It looked like Kubota wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kubota throws a low kick but Dong moves out of range easily.
Dong turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dong on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Dong scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kubota throws a hook but Dong blocks it.
Dong checks a low kick from Kubota.
Kubota throws a hook but Dong avoids it easily.
Dong lands with a kick to the ribs.
Dong pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Dong avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Dong cracks Kubota with a good jab.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick from Dong.
It looked like Kubota wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Yung Hung Dong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kubota takes a swing at Dong's ribcage but misses.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dong.
Dong throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota throws a front kick aimed at Dong's knee but Dong avoids it well.
Kubota connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dong momentarily.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kubota takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kubota swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Dong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dong paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kubota lands with a cross.
Dong looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Dong.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Dong ducks down to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Dong on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota slips a jab from Dong.
Dong scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Dong's body.
Kubota throws a push kick but Dong slaps the foot to one side. #T3#
Kubota tests Dong's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dong throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dong throws a solid leg kick but Kubota takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dong.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
And Dong responds with a good body kick, but Kubota manages to step out the way in time.
Dong missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Kubota was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dong.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Dong moves away and avoids it.
Dong uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Dong looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Dong throws a head kick that misses.
The crowd cheers as Dong lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kubota doesn't seem phased though.
Dong with a hook.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dong.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
Kubota blocks a head kick by Dong.
Dong is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dong moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
Dong 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.
Dong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota. #T4#
Dong throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Dong moves away from the strike by Kubota.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dong ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota throws a push kick but Dong slaps the foot to one side.
Decent striking displayed by Dong there.
Dong throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and moves out of range.
Dong looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Dong bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dong with a nice calf kick.
Dong moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Dong keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kubota lands a nice looking body shot.
Kubota lands with a nice body punch.
Dong misses with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dong in his tracks.
Kubota scores with a nice strike.
Good work by Kubota as he checks the 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 Takeru Kubota.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kubota, 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 James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
A very excited looking Takeru Kubota rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: PFC 202 Nielsen vs Human
Date: Aug 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Williams takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Williams was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Williams.
A big right from Williams misses.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Williams is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Williams throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Williams swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota lands an overhand right.
Williams lands with a nice body punch.
Williams is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Williams throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Williams saw that one coming.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw.
Williams throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A clash of legs there as Williams blocks the low kick.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Williams lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Williams throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Williams uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kubota has time to react.#T1#
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Williams definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kubota. That's going to slow Williams down.
Williams looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Williams. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota takes a swing at Williams's ribcage but misses.
Williams misses with a lunging right hand
and Kubota counters with a nice uppercut.
Kubota lands a jab to Williams's midsection.
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
Kubota slips a straight right by Williams.
Williams swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Williams checks a leg kick nicely.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Williams.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kubota throws a poor cross that misses
and Williams counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Williams throws a shot to the body.
Williams tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Williams.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota looks to land a left hand but Williams moved out of range nicely.
Williams's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kubota under the eye.
A lazy left from Kubota finds it's target.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Williams moves away and avoids it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Williams throws a lazy uppercut
and Kubota counters with a body kick. #T2#
Williams throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota motions for Williams to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota takes a jab right on the kisser.
Williams swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota throws a wild body kick that Williams sees coming a mile off.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Williams on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Williams defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Williams throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Williams displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Williams is out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota.
Williams lunges at Kubota with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kubota's hand.
Williams misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Williams moves away and avoids it.
Williams thuds his right hand into Kubota's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Williams slips the punch.
Williams swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Williams connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kubota. Kubota circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Williams takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Williams throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Kubota takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota slips a straight right by Williams.
Williams looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Williams scores with a nice strike.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Williams sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kubota cracks Williams with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Williams throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Williams keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota slips a jab from Williams.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Williams's head back.
Williams misses with a wild body shot.
Williams takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Williams throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.
A jab from Williams finds it's way through Kubota's defenses.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Williams.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Williams is out of range.
Williams connects with a jab.#T4#
Williams jabs Kubota right on the nose. Kubota blinks but takes it well.
Nice body kick from Kubota.
A swing and a miss from Williams.
Kubota with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Williams to score with a decent uppercut.
Williams displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Williams looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Williams cracks a nice hook into Kubota's ribs.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Williams.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
Kubota slips under a jab from Williams.
Williams throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Williams looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Kubota lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Williams at a distance.
Williams throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The fighters circling - Williams throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Williams is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Williams.
Williams blocks a low kick nicely.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota ducks right into an uppercut from Williams.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Williams on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kubota in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Williams lands a lovely overhand right.
Kubota throws an off balance right hand
and Williams counters with a left to the body.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Williams.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Williams manages to avoid it.
Kubota throws an off balance right hand
and Kubota takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Williams is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nice straight punches there by Kubota. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kubota.
Williams misses with a straight right.
Kubota jabs Williams to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Williams lands with a shot to the body.
Williams uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota thuds his shin into the meat of Williams's side.
Kubota slips under a jab from Williams.
The fighters circling - Williams throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Williams throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Williams lunges at Kubota with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kubota's hand.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Williams.
Kubota appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Williams smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
Williams lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Williams dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Williams scores with a nice strike.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Williams throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Kubota blocks a jab.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kubota takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Williams uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Williams misses with a looping right.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Williams moves forwards but Kubota connects with a nice, crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Williams sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Williams misses the shot to the body.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Williams moves away and avoids it.
Williams throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Williams uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Williams is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Williams misses the jab.
Williams keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Williams appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Williams.
Williams lands a nice shot to the body.
Williams throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Williams jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota thuds his right hand into Williams's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Williams ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Williams swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Williams misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
Williams takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Williams thuds his right hand into Kubota's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Williams.
Kubota works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Williams ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota takes one to the chin there.
A big left from Williams misses. #T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Williams checks a leg kick.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Williams throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Williams throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kubota has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Williams slips the punch.
Williams was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A big right from Williams misses.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good work by Williams as he checks the leg kick.
A big right from Williams misses.
Wayne Williams is winning the standup battle so far.
Williams scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
A left lands for Williams.
Kubota takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kubota moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The fighters circling - Williams throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Williams takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Williams is out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Williams thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota is trying to counter with his kicks.#T4#
Williams takes one to the chin there.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Williams throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Williams.
Williams avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Williams checks it.
Williams tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Williams.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Williams.
Jab from Williams.
Williams moves out of range of the body kick.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Williams saw that one coming.
Nice uppercut lands for Williams. That snapped Kubota's head back.
Kubota bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Williams throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota slips under a jab from Williams.
A little jabbing left from Kubota on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota scores with a body shot.
Williams chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Kubota throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Williams misses with a looping left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wayne Williams dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Williams throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Williams throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Williams avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Kubota works the jab nicely.
Williams walks into a stiff left hand from Kubota.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Williams swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kubota punishes Williams's body with a nice straight punch.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Williams jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Williams is looking to counter punch.
Williams cracks Kubota with an open hand slap.
Williams feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kubotas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Williams gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kubota moves out of range as Williams strikes.
Kubota takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Williams punishes Kubota's body with a nice straight punch.
Williams throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Williams throws out the jab.
Williams takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T1#
An inside leg kick from Kubota misses.
Williams with a hook.
Kubota smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kubota slips a jab from Williams.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Williams misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota throws a leg kick that misses.
Williams appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jab by Kubota.
Williams swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Williams blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Williams ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Williams uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Donk. Williams catches Kubota right on the button with a cross.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A shot to the liver by Williams. Beautiful body shot.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Williams thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota flicks out a counter leg kick but Williams steps away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota misses with a shot to the body
and Williams counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Jab by Williams.
Williams misses the jab.
Williams takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A head kick by Kubota misses
and Williams counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Williams 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.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Williams throws out the jab.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A clash of legs there as Williams blocks the low kick.
Kubota lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kubota takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kubota attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Williams jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Williams throws out the jab.
Williams lands a glancing blow to the side of Kubota's head.
Williams throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Williams throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Williams scores with a jab to the head.
Kubota with a hook.#T3#
Kubota scores with a sloppy right hand. Williams should have avoided that one.
Williams checks a leg kick.
Williams is looking to counter punch.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Williams moves out of range easily.
Williams scores with a jab to the jaw.
Williams pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Williams is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota walks into a stiff left hand from Williams.
Williams lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kubota with a nice calf kick.
Williams misses with a hook.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Williams takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Williams uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Williams jabs Kubota right on the nose. Kubota blinks but takes it well.
Williams throws a big shot that misses.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Williams. That did some damage!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Williams saw that one coming.
Williams throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Williams looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.#T4#
Williams walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Williams misses with a looping left.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Williams lands a jab to the nose.
Williams lands with a nice body punch.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Williams swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kubota misses with a hook.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Williams.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Williams was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Williams gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Donk. Kubota catches Williams right on the button with a cross.
A swing and a miss from Williams.
Kubota jabs Williams to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kubota throws a hook but Williams avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Williams misses with a looping right.
Kubota throws out a counter right but Williams avoids it with no problem.
Williams doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Williams cracks Kubota with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Williams fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Williams misses the target.

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 Wayne Williams.
Well Williams has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wayne Williams!
After winning the bout, Wayne Williams thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: PFC 197 Poli vs Trudeau
Date: Aug 09, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kubota drops his hands momentarily and Tanaka takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Tanaka moves away and avoids it.
Kubota throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tanaka.
Kubota misses with a low kick as Tanaka jumps back.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Tanaka moves away and avoids it.
Kubota tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tanaka throws a body kick that misses
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tanaka throws a body shot but no joy.
Tanaka misses with a hook.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Tanaka's leg. Tanaka is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tanaka delivers a nice body kick.
Kubota connects with a single shot there.
Tanaka slips under a jab.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tanaka.
A jab from Kubota misses.
Tanaka tries to clinch but Kubota moves 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!
Tanaka throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tanaka staying out of range there.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tanaka 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.
Tanaka is looking to clinch.
Kubota on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tanaka. Tanaka obviously looking to wear him down.
Tanaka lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T1#
Tanaka throws a low kick, looking for Kubota's leg but Kubota calmly moves out of range.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota sets himself, and Tanaka steps forward looking for the clinch! Kubota avoids it this time.
Kubota tries to score with a low kick but Tanaka moves his leg out of the way.
Kubota dodges the punch combination from Tanaka.
Kubota wants to slow Tanaka down by chopping away at his legs.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Tanaka swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Tanaka works the jab nicely.
Tanaka ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
A good leg kick by Kubota. #CL2#
Tanaka takes the fight into the clinch.
Kubota wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Kubota.
Kubota tries to circle away but Tanaka has him pinned against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kubota.
Tanaka prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Tanaka blocks an uppercut.
Kubota struggles to land a body shot inside as Tanaka controls his hands. #BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kubota throws a hook but Tanaka blocks it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Tanaka's front leg but catches the back leg as Tanaka tries to avoid it.
Tanaka connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kubota momentarily.
Tanaka lands a slapping body shot.
Kubota looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kubota lands with a right hand.
Tanaka throws the kick towards the body but Kubota avoids it.
Tanaka closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kubota circles away.
Tanaka tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kubota is able to avoid easily.
Kubota throws a hook but Tanaka avoids it easily.
Tanaka scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Kubota throws the left hand but Tanaka avoids the punch easily.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kubota with a hook.
A leg kick checked by Kubota.
Kubota stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tanaka.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Tanaka. #TD2#
Tanaka looking to score a takedown here. Kubota is defending well but Tanaka drives through and ends up in Kubota's guard.#ES#
Kubota pushes Tanaka off and gets back to his feet.
Tanaka looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tanaka sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Tanaka moves into the clinch.#T3#
Kubota throws a head punch that misses.
Kubota blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tanaka throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kubotas head.
Tanaka tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kubota just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tanaka tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nobunaga Tanaka.
Kubota scores with a shoulder strike.
Tanaka lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Tanaka breaks the clinch.
Tanaka throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Kubota works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Some wild striking there from Tanaka.
Tanaka cracks Kubota with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A telegraphed right hand from Tanaka misses the target.
Tanaka misses the jab.
A jab from Tanaka misses.
Tanaka throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Tanaka's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tanaka shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kubota swings for the body but Tanaka moves out of range. #T4#
Tanaka throws a quick inside leg kick.
A jab from Tanaka misses.
Kubota walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tanaka.
Tanaka wants to land a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
A swing and a miss from Tanaka.
Kubota is looking to slow Tanaka down with leg kicks.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Kubota wants to slow Tanaka down by chopping away at his legs.
Tanaka checks a leg kick.
Kubota connects with a leg kick.
Kubota lands with a straight right. Tanaka didn't see that one coming.
Tanaka looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tanaka tried to score with a low kick but Kubota checks it.
Tanaka doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota throws a lazy body kick
and Tanaka counters with a nice body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tanaka takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tanaka takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kubota keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tanaka misses with a low kick.
Tanaka looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Takeru Kubota 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#
Tanaka bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Tanaka throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tanaka slips under a jab from Kubota.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tanaka. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota moves out of range as Tanaka strikes.
Kubota scores with a body shot.
Tanaka attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
The fighters circling - Tanaka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota scores with a sloppy right hand. Tanaka should have avoided that one.
Kubota throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tanaka takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kubota connects with a right hand. Tanaka shakes it off.
Tanaka throws a low kick but Kubota avoids it.
Tanaka ducks right into an uppercut from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Tanaka throws out a counter right but Kubota avoids it with no problem.
Kubota tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tanaka is able to avoid easily.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tanaka throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kubota counters with a leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kubota fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tanaka's corner calls for a 1-2. Tanaka obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tanaka thuds a left hand into Kubota's body.#T1#
Tanaka is looking to slow Kubota down with leg kicks.
Tanaka lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kubota at a distance.
Kubota stuns Tanaka with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kubota keeps Tanaka at a distance using the push kick.
Tanaka lands with a hook. Kubota tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tanaka misses with an uppercut.
Tanaka pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kubota is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kubota slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kubota slips under a jab from Tanaka.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Good exchange - Kubota coming out on top.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tanaka shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tanaka slips a straight right by Kubota.
Tanaka walks into a jab.
Tanaka jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tanaka checks it well.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A big right from Tanaka misses. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Tanaka does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tanaka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice shot lands for Kubota.
A big right from Kubota misses.
It seemed like Tanaka was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tanaka attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota looks for the body kick but Tanaka saw that one coming.
Tanaka swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A big left from Tanaka misses.
Tanaka just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromKubota.
Kubota takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kubota avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tanaka.
Kubota misses with a hook.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tanaka shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tanaka displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota cracks Tanaka with a right hand to the side of the head.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tanaka manages to avoid it.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T3#
Tanaka throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Tanaka swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
A jab from Kubota misses.
Tanaka flicks out a counter leg kick but Kubota steps away.#TD2#
Tanaka drives through with a takedown into Kubota's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Tanaka stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kubota swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kubota wants to stand but Tanaka is controlling the position.
Tanaka works over Kubota with some ground and pound from guard.
Tanaka lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Tanaka lands a couple of digs.
Tanaka stops Kubota from standing up. #ES#
Kubota pushes Tanaka off and gets back to his feet.
Tanaka connects with a single shot there.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Tanaka connects with a crisp jab.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Tanaka.
Tanaka lands a nice hook to Kubota's body. Kubota takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tanaka ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Tanaka throws out a counter right but Kubota avoids it with no problem.
Kubota steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tanaka. That one must have hurt.
Tanaka scores with a sloppy right hand. Kubota should have avoided that one.
Tanaka looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Kubota throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kubota has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tanaka.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Tanaka misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kubota looks to land a left hand but Tanaka moved out of range nicely.
Tanaka chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tanaka on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Tanaka uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota catches Tanaka with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kubota moves away from the strike by Tanaka.
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 Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Kubota throws a leg kick but Tanaka moved away.
Tanaka jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tanaka throws a body shot but no joy.
Tanaka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tanaka.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A head kick misses from Tanaka.
Kubota takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tanaka checks a leg kick nicely.
Tanaka fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota motions for Tanaka to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota slips a jab from Tanaka.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tanaka tries to counter with a clinch but Kubota shakes him off and moves away.
Tanaka looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tanaka moves away.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Tanaka.
Tanaka avoids a kick to the body.
Tanaka throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Tanaka lands with a hook. Kubota tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T1#
Jab by Kubota.
Tanaka misses with a hook.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tanaka checks a low kick from Kubota.
Tanaka swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kubota walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kubota jabs Tanaka to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Tanaka has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Tanaka sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tanaka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Tanaka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Tanaka 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.
A shot to the liver by Kubota. Beautiful body shot.
Kubota takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Tanaka uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tanaka misses with a leg kick.
Tanaka throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tanaka.
Nobunaga Tanaka has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tanaka moves away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kubota.
Tanaka looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tanaka scores with a hook to the body. Kubota takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tanaka finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kubota lands a jab to Tanaka's midsection.
Kubota is looking to chop away at Tanaka's legs.
Kubota will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick from Tanaka.
A big right from Tanaka misses.
Kubota lands a head shot.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body
letting Tanaka counter with a right hand.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A swing and a miss from Tanaka.
Jab from Kubota.
Tanaka punishes Kubota's body with a nice straight punch.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tanaka.
Nice body kick there by Tanaka.#T3#
Kubota misses with a body shot
and Tanaka counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tanaka clobbers Kubota with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tanaka throws a leg kick but Kubota checks it.
Kubota defending well as Tanaka loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota looks to land a left hand but Tanaka moved out of range nicely.
Kubota throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tanaka on the side of the head.
Tanaka scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Kubota thumps Tanaka with a low kick.
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
Tanaka misses with a straight left.
Tanaka waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Nice straight punches there by Tanaka. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tanaka.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
Tanaka misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Tanaka lands a really nice looking cross but Kubota seems unphased.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tanaka throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Tanaka takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4#
Kubota ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Tanaka looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Tanaka.
Kubota tries to score with a low kick but Tanaka moves his leg out of the way.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kubota cracks Tanaka with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tanaka waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Tanaka throws a shot to the body.
Tanaka needs to keep his hands up - Kubota had a free shot at his head there.
Tanaka tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Tanaka.
Kubota fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tanaka just manages to avoid it.
Kubota takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kubota scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tanaka in his tracks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tanaka.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota lands the left hand.
Kubota lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tanaka throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.

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 Takeru Kubota.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kubota, 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: PFC 191 Asham vs Smith
Date: Jul 12, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boaz looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Boaz's shoulder, as Boaz tries to avoid the shot.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Boaz 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.
Kubota clobbers Boaz with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Boaz slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boaz.
Boaz paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boaz throws out the jab.
Boaz looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Good shot there by Kubota.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kubota catches Boaz with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kubota moves away from the strike by Boaz.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.#TD#
Boaz shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kubota napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES2#
Kubota bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Kubota misses with a leg kick.
Boaz moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota. #T1#
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kubota lands with a nice body kick.
Boaz throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kubota takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Boaz works Kubota's body with a nice hook.
Nice shot lands for Kubota.
Kubota misses with a jab to the body
and Boaz counters with a one-two to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boaz. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota throws a head kick but Boaz moves out of range.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota misses with a leg kick
and Boaz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Boaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kubota staying out of range there.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Boaz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kubota.
Boaz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
Boaz shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kubota manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kubota wants to stand but Boaz is controlling the position. #ES2#
Kubota has his feet on Boaz's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Kubota checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota throws a push kick but Boaz slaps the foot to one side.
Boaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.#TD#
Boaz closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kubota looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB#
Boaz is working for a submission of some sort.
Boaz is looking to advance position but Kubota won't allow it. #T3#
Boaz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kubota 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.
Kubota is looking to escape.
Boaz performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kubota is in trouble now - Boaz has advanced to mount!
Kubota's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Boaz looking to control but Kubota is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kubota tries to buck Boaz off but he can't manage it. #T4#
Boaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kubota is looking to escape.
Kubota is trying to stand.
Boaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boaz controlling from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kubota trying desperately to get to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Boaz controlling from the full mount.
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 Wamberto Boaz will probably get the nod.
That's time! Boaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Boaz looks for the body kick but Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota punishes Boaz's body with a nice straight punch.
Boaz scores with a spinning back kick!
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice shot lands for Boaz.
Boaz cracks a nice hook into Kubota's ribs.
Boaz ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Boaz throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Boaz lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boaz.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Boaz looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boaz.
Boaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota throws a head kick but Boaz moves out of range.
Boaz misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boaz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boaz misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Boaz is looking to land body kicks.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An inside leg kick from Kubota misses.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Boaz throws out a leg kick but Kubota moves out of range and Boaz only half commits.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota lands a body shot.
Kubota lands an overhand right.
Boaz tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Boaz takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kubota misses with a leg kick.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boaz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Boaz throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
A shot to the liver by Boaz. Beautiful body shot.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota slips a jab from Boaz.
Boaz takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota throws a low kick, looking for Boaz's leg but Boaz calmly moves out of range.
Kubota tried to score with a low kick but Boaz checks it.
Boaz scores with a decent looking hook.
Boaz lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kubota motions for Boaz to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jab from Boaz.
Boaz throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boaz blocks a jab.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
A big left from Kubota misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Boaz misses the target.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Boaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boaz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Boaz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota misses with a right hand
and Boaz counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Boaz misses the jab.
Boaz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Kubota takes one to the side of the head. #T3#
Boaz wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Boaz feinted with a counter takedown.
Boaz scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Boaz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kubota lands a body shot.
Boaz's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kubota connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boaz scrambles back to his feet.
Boaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Boaz.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Boaz with a jab.
Boaz lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota connects with a right hand. Boaz shakes it off.
Nice body kick from Kubota.
Boaz tries to move into range but Kubota moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Boaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Boaz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A head kick from Kubota lands but Boaz takes it in his stride.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boaz.
Kubota defending well as Boaz loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boaz doesn't seem bothered though.
Boaz throws a big shot that misses.
Boaz defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota. #CL#
Boaz closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Boaz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nice body punch from Boaz.
Boaz blocking some punches.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Boaz.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Boaz swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kubota.
Kubota moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota misses with a low kick as Boaz jumps back.
Boaz misses with a low kick.
Kubota throws out a counter right but Boaz avoids it with no problem.
Boaz throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Decent striking displayed by Boaz there.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
Boaz blocks a jab.
Boaz throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Boaz slips under a jab from Kubota.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boaz scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Boaz tried to score with a low kick but Kubota checks it.
It seemed like Kubota was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Boaz.
Kubota punishes Boaz's body with a nice straight punch.
Kubota lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kubota walks into a left hand. #T1#
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
Boaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Boaz wants to land a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Boaz fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kubota walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Boaz misses the shot to the body.
Boaz throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and moves out of range.
Boaz shoots in for a double leg but Kubota sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Boaz takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kubota motions for Boaz to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boaz throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota misses the jab.
Kubota lands with a kick to the ribs.
Boaz staying out of range there.
Boaz lands with a right hand.
Boaz takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Boaz scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota digs a good hook to Boaz's body.
Boaz blocks a leg kick.
Boaz throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Boaz takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Boaz throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.
Boaz takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A leg kick checked by Boaz.
A nice inside leg kick there by Boaz. That's going to slow Kubota down.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Boaz is out of range.
Boaz 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.
Kubota with a hook.
Kubota lands with a good body shot.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boaz was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Boaz on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
Kubota moves out of range as Boaz strikes.
Boaz misses with a looping left.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boaz manages to avoid it.
Boaz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Boaz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kubota digs a good body shot into Boaz's ribs.
Boaz swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota looks to land a body kick but Boaz moved away.
Boaz misses with a head kick.
Boaz avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Boaz checks a leg kick nicely.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Boaz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boaz tried to counter with a leg kick but Kubota avoided it.
Kubota moves out of range as Boaz throws a body kick.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Boaz walks into a stiff left hand from Kubota.
Kubota blocks a head kick by Boaz.
Kubota misses with a straight right. #T4#
Kubota looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Boaz lands with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota throws a leg kick that misses.
Kubota with a jab.
Boaz fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wamberto Boaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice uppercut there from Kubota.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Boaz moves out of range easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Boaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boaz throws a body kick that misses.
Boaz throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Boaz has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Boaz there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Boaz in the body.
Boaz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Boaz's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boaz swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Boaz moves out of range easily.
Boaz throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kubota 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: PF24 Alcala v McStafferson
Date: Jun 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Snoats takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Snoats throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Snoats throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Snoats on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Snoats throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Snoats throws a head kick that misses.
Snoats throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota lands a slapping body shot.
Kubota cracks Snoats with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Snoats's front leg but catches the back leg as Snoats tries to avoid it.
Snoats looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Snoats missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice uppercut there from Snoats.
Kubota fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Snoats checks it well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Snoats moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Snoats lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A shot to the liver by Kubota. Beautiful body shot.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Snoats's sensitive parts.
Snoats throws a low kick but Kubota moves out of range easily.
Kubota 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.
Snoats lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Snoats 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 Kubota has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kubota and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T1#
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Kubota throws a hook to the side of Snoats's head but Snoats sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Snoats scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Snoats takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kubota clobbers Snoats with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota defending well as Snoats loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Snoats blocks a jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
Snoats throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
A thudding body kick lands there by Snoats!
Snoats punishes Kubota's body with a nice straight punch.
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota avoids a kick to the body.
Snoats throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota throws a body punch but Snoats moves out of range.
Kubota scores with a jab.
Snoats misses with a low kick.
Snoats misses with a looping right.#T2#
Snoats throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Snoats backing away here, and Kubota unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Snoats drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kubota lands a right hook to the body.
Snoats throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Snoats throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Snoats ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Kubota is looking to clinch.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Snoats was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Snoats lands a head shot.
Snoats throws a solid leg kick but Kubota takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Snoats.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Snoats lands a jab.
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Snoats was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kubota misses with a hook
and Snoats counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kubota thinking.
Snoats pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kubota is out of range and Snoats settles back down.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Snoats.
Kubota jabs Snoats to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota throws a hook but Snoats avoids it easily.
Kubota throws a low kick but Snoats moves out of range easily. #T3#
Snoats walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Snoats throws a nice inside leg kick.
Snoats throws a front kick aimed at Kubota's knee but Kubota avoids it well.
Kubota is looking to score with low kicks.
Snoats looks for the body kick but Kubota saw that one coming.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota walks into a stiff left hand from Snoats.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Snoats ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Snoats takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Snoats moves out of range of the body kick.
Kubota throws a body punch but Snoats moves out of range.
Kubota drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Snoats.
Kubota connects with a nice looking jab.
Snoats scores with a leg kick.
Snoats displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota defending well as Snoats loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Snoats checks a leg kick.
Kubota throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Snoats counters with a nice body kick. #T4#
A swing and a miss from Snoats.
Snoats thumps Kubota with a low kick.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Snoats checks it.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Snoats ducks down to avoid it.
Snoats defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Snoats swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Snoats throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Snoats lands a nice looking body shot.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Snoats lands a nice shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Snoats misses the target.
Snoats's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kubota connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Snoats scrambles back to his feet.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Snoats.
Kubota slips a jab from Snoats.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Snoats missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota defending well as Snoats loads up on a big left hand.
Snoats swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Snoats 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 swing and a miss from Snoats.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Snoats throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kubota stuns Snoats with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Snoats misses with a kick to the body.
Snoats scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
Snoats misses with a looping right.
Snoats throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Snoats's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kubota connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Snoats scrambles back to his feet.
Snoats throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Snoats shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Snoats uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Kubota throws a hook but Snoats avoids it easily.
Snoats lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Snoats moves out of range of the body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Snoats misses.
Snoats connects with a single shot there.
Snoats tries to land a leg kick but Kubota saw it coming and moves away.
Snoats tries to move into range but Kubota moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Snoats throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Snoats misses with a looping right.
Snoats digs a good hook to Kubota's body. #T1#
Kubota takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Snoats throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Snoats's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kubota connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Snoats scrambles back to his feet.
Kubota connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Snoats takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Snoats just misses with a punch to the body.
Donk. Kubota catches Snoats right on the button with a cross.
A big left from Snoats misses.
Snoats sizes up Kubota with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kubota getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jab by Kubota.
Snoats misses with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Snoats is just out of range.
Snoats swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kubota checks a leg kick. #CL2#
Kubota rushes Snoats and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Snoats.
Snoats misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Snoats goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Snoats can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Snoats scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Snoats misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Snoats.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Snoats.
Kubota scores with a shot to the side of Snoats's head. #BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Snoats swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kubota looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Snoats moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Snoats drops his hands momentarily and Kubota takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Snoats throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Snoats misses with a body shot.
Kubota wants to clinch.#T3#
Snoats with a nice cross.#CL2#
Kubota has managed to clinch.
Kubota looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kubota creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Snoats.
A nice left hand lands by Snoats.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Snoats.
Snoats working aggressively here.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Snoats.
Snoats looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Snoats fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Snoats fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Snoats misses with a hook to the ribs.
A hook to the body from Kubota.
Snoats misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota misses with a body punch. #T4#
Kubota tries to work over Snoats's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Snoats lands a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Snoats.
Kubota lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kubota lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kubota wants to get back to striking at distance but Snoats won't allow it.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Snoats.
Gale Snoats has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Snoats softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Snoats.
Snoats tries to throw a body punch but Kubota avoids it by throwing Snoats back against the cage.
Snoats lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Snoats tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kubota's elbow.
Snoats lands with a light punch inside.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Snoats working aggressively here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Snoats tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kubota lands a hook that snaps the head of Snoats backwards.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Kubota lands a hook that snaps the head of Snoats backwards.
Snoats is working Kubota over against the cage.
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 Gale Snoats will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Snoats takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kubota ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kubota throws the left hand but Snoats avoids the punch easily.
Kubota cracks Snoats with a right hand to the side of the head.
Snoats stuns Kubota with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Snoats - that will leave a mark!
Kubota lands a jab to the nose.
Snoats tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Snoats.
Snoats waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Kubota chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Snoats can pounce on him.
Snoats throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Snoats thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big right from Kubota misses.
A little feinted left hand from Snoats on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kubota stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota tries a low kick but Snoats avoids it.
And Snoats counters with a quick kick to the body but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Snoats lunges at Kubota with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kubota's hand.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Snoats throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Snoats connects with an inside leg kick.
Snoats fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kubota is out of range. #T1#
Snoats keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Snoats looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
A nice side step and Kubota releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL2#
Kubota takes the fight into the clinch.
Snoats can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Kubota tries a body shot but Snoats blocks it.
Snoats 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.
A nice left hand lands by Snoats.
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
Snoats misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kubota.
Snoats misses with a short punch on the inside.
Snoats misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota scores with a shot to the side of Snoats's head.
A short left from Kubota.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Snoats.
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Snoats backwards.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Snoats swings wildly with an uppercut but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Snoats misses with a body punch.
Snoats misses with a hook to the ribs.
Snoats 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!
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kubota misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Snoats doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Snoats controls the action.
Kubota lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kubota working aggressively here.
A frustrated look appears on Kubota's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kubota misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kubota lands an uppercut.
Snoats lands with a left to the head.
Kubota scores with a shot to the side of Snoats's head.
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Snoats. #T3##BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Snoats ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Snoats blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Snoats blocks the body kick.
Kubota ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Snoats keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A jab from Snoats does it's job there.
Snoats takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Snoats throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Snoats throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Snoats.
Snoats defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Snoats sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota lands a body shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Kubota blocks the leg kick.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Snoats.
It looked like Snoats wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Snoats misses the shot to the body.
Snoats throws a body shot but no joy.
Snoats drops his hands momentarily and Kubota takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Snoats avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Snoats lands a jab to Kubota's midsection.
Snoats looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Snoats throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota throws a low kick but it's checked well by Snoats.
Kubota scores with a body shot.
Kubota is looking to clinch.
Snoats gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Snoats swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range. #CL2#
Kubota closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kubota. #BC#
Snoats breaks from the clinch.
Kubota thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Snoats if he has to take too many more of those.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
A leg kick checked by Kubota.
Kubota fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Snoats on the side of the head.
Snoats jabs at Kubota's body.
Snoats with the inside leg kick.
Snoats scores with a leg kick.
Kubota attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Snoats needs to keep his hands up - Kubota had a free shot at his head there.
Kubota scores with a push kick.
Snoats throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Snoats stuns Kubota with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Snoats misses the target.
Kubota avoids a kick to the body.
Kubota throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Snoats.
Snoats connects with a looping right hand.
Snoats pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kubota is out of range and Snoats settles back down.
Kubota swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Snoats bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kubota's head backwards.
Snoats throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.#T1#
Kubota walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Snoats walks into a stiff left hand from Kubota.
Snoats swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Snoats ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Snoats swinging wildly here.
Snoats lands with an overhand left.
Snoats fails to land with a series of punches.
A big left from Snoats misses.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota defending well as Snoats loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota defending well as Snoats loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Kubota misses the target.
Snoats looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kubota doesn't manage to clinch there - Snoats circles away.
Kubota fails with an attempt to clinch. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Snoats tries a low kick but Kubota avoids it.
Snoats takes one to the side of the head.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
Kubota tries to clinch
and Snoats counters with a low kick, right behind Kubota 's knee.
Snoats fails to land with a series of punches.
Snoats moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Snoats misses with a looping right.
Snoats looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Snoats bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
Snoats looks for the body kick but Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota swings for the body but Snoats moves out of range.
Snoats pushes Kubota away with a front kick.
Snoats blocks a jab.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Snoats moved out of range.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Snoats misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Snoats. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Snoats throws a big shot that misses.
Snoats throws a wild body kick that Kubota sees coming a mile off.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Snoats does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Snoats.
As Kubota backs away, Snoats returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Snoats thuds a left hand into Kubota's body.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Snoats connects with a leg kick.
Snoats misses with a straight right.
Kubota feints a counter leg kick.
Kubota lunges at Snoats with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Snoats's hand.
Snoats drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Snoats throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota defending well as Snoats loads up on a big left hand.
Snoats attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Snoats throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T4#
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Kubota slips a jab from Snoats.
Snoats buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Snoats shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Kubota eats them both and turns towards Snoats to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Kubota jabs Snoats right on the nose. Snoats blinks but takes it well.
Kubota fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Snoats checks it well.
Kubota throws a jab when Snoats was well out of range.
Snoats tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Snoats takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Snoats wants to land a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Snoats keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Snoats.
Snoats moves out of range of the body kick.
A little feinted left hand from Snoats on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kubota slips a jab from Snoats.
Snoats lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Snoats's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Gale Snoats 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!#R5#
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kubota slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Snoats takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Kubota lands the left hand.
Snoats uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Snoats takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
Snoats uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Snoats appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Snoats swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Kubota takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Snoats moves away and avoids it.
Snoats throws a wild body kick that Kubota sees coming a mile off.
Snoats moves forwards but Kubota connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A slow jab from Snoats misses its intended target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Snoats saw that one coming.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Snoats takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T1#
Snoats walks into a straight right hand from Kubota.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kubota connects with a jab.
Kubota is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Snoats is looking to counter punch.
Snoats lands a slapping body shot.
Snoats uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Snoats connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kubota. Kubota circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kubota connects with a nice looking jab.
Kubota scores with a kick to the body.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Snoats jabs at Kubota's body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Snoats takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Snoats looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Snoats.
Snoats throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.#T2#
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Snoats is looking to counter punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Snoats does a little dance to reset his feet.
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
Snoats misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Snoats throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Snoats. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kubota slips a straight right by Snoats.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Snoats misses with a straight left.
Snoats throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Snoats looks for the body kick but Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Snoats moves forwards but Kubota connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kubota throws the left hand but Snoats avoids the punch easily.
Snoats defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Snoats.
Snoats scoring well with a low kick there. #T3#
Kubota misses with a hook.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Snoats.
Snoats half committed to a counter leg kick.
Snoats misses with an uppercut.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Snoats throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Snoats misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Snoats with an uppercut!
A big right from Snoats misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Snoats. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Snoats fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kubota checks it well.
Kubota tries to close the distance and clinch up but Snoats swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kubota works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Snoats lands a leg kick that knocks Kubota off balance momentarily.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Snoats moves out of range as Kubota throws a body kick. #T4#
Snoats moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Snoats takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kubota moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Snoats throws a front kick aimed at Kubota's knee but Kubota avoids it well.
Snoats scores with a nice right hand.
Kubota throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Snoats misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota throws a low kick but Snoats avoids it.
Kubota throws a wild body kick that Snoats sees coming a mile off.
Snoats is looking to score with low kicks.
Snoats finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Snoats misses with an uppercut.
A little jabbing left from Kubota on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Snoats. That snapped Kubota's head back.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Snoats throws a big shot that misses.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 46:49
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 48:48
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota is the new bantamweight champion!
After the fight, Takeru Kubota 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: PF15 Clarks v Snoats
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1#
Kubota catches Fortythree with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Fortythree takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kubota throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kubota paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Fortythree 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.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Fortythree drops his hands momentarily and Kubota takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kubota!
Good leg kick by Kubota.
Fortythree steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kubota. That one must have hurt.
A jab from Kubota does it's job there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Fortythree's front leg but catches the back leg as Fortythree tries to avoid it.
Kubota takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fortythree checks the leg kick.
Fortythree swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fortythree's head.
Kubota lands with a right hand.
Fortythree on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Kubota.
Kubota connects with a leg kick.
Fortythree gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kubota lands with an uppercut that bounces Fortythree off the cage and back into range.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Fortythree sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Fortythree misses.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota misses with the body kick
and Fortythree connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Kubota has closed the distance and engaged Fortythree in a clinch.
Fortythree swings wildly with an uppercut but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fortythree scores with a hook to the body.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fortythree's elbow. #BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Fortythree with an uppercut!
Kubota scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Fortythree. That did some damage!#CL#
Kubota gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T2#
Fortythree blocks an uppercut.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota scores with a shoulder strike.
A shot in the inside from Kubota.
Kubota tries a body shot but Fortythree blocks it.
Kubota 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.
Fortythree works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kubota blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kubota throws a head punch that misses.
Fortythree can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Kubota misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Fortythree.
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kubota struggles to land a body shot inside as Fortythree controls his hands.
Fortythree makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kubota tries to work over Fortythree's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Fortythree controls the action.
Kubota lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A body shot lands from Fortythree.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fortythree.
Fortythree tries to throw a body punch but Kubota avoids it by throwing Fortythree back against the cage. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fortythree.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fortythree.
Fortythree blocks a body shot from Kubota.
Fortythree misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kubota throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Fortythrees head.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Fortythree controls the action.
Fortythree working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Fortythree.
Fortythree can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fortythree.
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Fortythree.
Fortythree struggles to land a body shot inside as Kubota controls his hands.
Kubota tries a body shot but Fortythree blocks it.
Fortythree tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Kubota - that landed with a thud.
Fortythree working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fortythree tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kubota's elbow. #T4#
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Fortythree uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fortythree working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Fortythree fails to land.
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fortythree stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kubota.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fortythree's elbow.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
Fortythree prevents a body shot from Kubota.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fortythree misses with a body punch.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
A short right from Fortythree.
Kubota presses Fortythree against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota presses Fortythree against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Fortythree takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota digs a good hook to Fortythree's body.
Fortythree walks into a straight right hand from Kubota.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Fortythree takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fortythree tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Fortythree.
Kubota lands with a good body shot.#CL#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Fortythree gets tackled into the cage by Kubota. Kubota maintains the clinch.
Fortythree can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike.
Takeru Kubota has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Fortythree blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fortythree lands a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fortythree backwards.
Fortythree lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Fortythree lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards. #T1#
A hook to the body from Fortythree.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kubota.
Fortythree doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fortythree tries to throw a body punch but Kubota avoids it by throwing Fortythree back against the cage.
Kubota misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Fortythree uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fortythree swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fortythree throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Fortythree can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Kubota tries to throw a body punch but Fortythree avoids it by throwing Kubota back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fortythree.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fortythree.
Fortythree has a couple of punches blocked by Kubota.
Fortythree swings wildly with an uppercut but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fortythree.
Kubota lands a right hand. #T2#
Kubota pushes Fortythree back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota tries to throw a body punch but Fortythree avoids it by throwing Kubota back against the cage.
Fortythree blocks an uppercut.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Fortythree uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fortythree throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Kubota manages to break the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fortythree misses with an uppercut.
Kubota delivers a nice body kick.
Fortythree scores with a decent looking hook.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Fortythree does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fortythree takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Fortythree in the body.
Fortythree swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota tries to land a front kick but Fortythree steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T3#
Kubota scores with a head kick.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota misses with an uppercut
and Fortythree counters with a left to the body.
Fortythree avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Fortythree has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a hook
and Fortythree counters with a right hand to the body.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Fortythree's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kubota slips a jab and a cross from Fortythree.
Fortythree on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A good leg kick by Kubota. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fortythree swats away the attempt to clinch by Kubota.
Kubota is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kubota tries to clinch up
and Fortythree counters with a nice uppercut.
Kubota scores with a head kick. Fortythree tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kubota throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fortythree swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kubota scores with the left hand. Fortythree knows he should have avoided that one.
Kubota thuds his shin into the meat of Fortythree's side.
A jab lands there for Kubota.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Fortythree takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fortythree has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a right hand
and Kubota takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fortythree blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Kubota lands a jab to Fortythree's midsection.
Kubota looks for the body kick but Fortythree saw that one coming.
Kubota lands with an uppercut that bounces Fortythree off the cage and back into range.
Fortythree scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
Kubota with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Fortythree to score with a decent uppercut.
Kubota connects with a right hand. Fortythree shakes it off.
Kubota lands a nice looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota scores with a nice strike.
Kubota with a jab.
Fortythree 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.#T1#
Fortythree takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Fortythree keeps the fight on the outside.
Kubota tries to clinch but Fortythree moves away
and Fortythree counters with a straight right hand.
Nice body punch from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Fortythree counter with a right hand.
Kubota misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Fortythree counters with a nice uppercut.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Fortythree.
Fortythree moves out of range of the leg kick from Kubota.
Good exchange - Kubota coming out on top.
Fortythree takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Fortythree avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Fortythree looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A low kick lands for Kubota. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota connects with a leg kick.
Kubota jabs at Fortythree's body.#CL#
Kubota clinches with his opponent.
Fortythree swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fortythree tries to work over Kubota's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kubota tries to work over Fortythree's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fortythree misses with some punches.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fortythree can do to turn this around?
Kubota lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Fortythree.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fortythree.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
Fortythree has a couple of punches blocked by Kubota.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Fortythree tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Fortythree can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Kubota scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fortythree scores with a hook to the body.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Fortythrees head.
Kubota scores with a shoulder strike.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fortythree has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Fortythree blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fortythree blocking some punches.
Fortythree lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fortythree lands a hook that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Fortythree working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fortythree can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Fortythree tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fortythree misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota tries to work over Fortythree's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kubota cracks Fortythree with a nice body shot.#BC#
Kubota pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fortythree misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota. #T4#
Fortythree takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fortythree pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fortythree 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.
Fortythree throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kubota stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kubota throws a chopping leg kick but Fortythree manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Fortythree takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL#
Kubota gets a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Fortythree.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike.
Fortythree fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fortythree is leaning against Kubota and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kubota lands a nice uppercut.
Fortythree misses with a hook to the ribs.
One Fortythree has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fortythree misses with a punch to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kubota 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 Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
A less than humble Takeru Kubota misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: PF9 Alcala v Choo
Date: May 02, 2020

#R1#
Clarks scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kubota misses with a hook.
Kubota throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#TD#
Clarks changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kubota looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Kubota tries to improve position but can't.
Clarks prevents Kubota from escaping the position.
Kubota is looking to reverse the position.
Clarks lands a few punches from side control.
Clarks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kubota keeps working.
Kubota is trying to buck Clarks off.
Kubota prevents Clarks from moving into mount.
Clarks landing a few strikes.
Clarks 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.
Kubota tries to buck Clarks off but Clarks is having none of it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Clarks prevents Kubota from escaping the position.
Clarks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kubota keeps working.
Clarks is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kubota's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1#
Clarks scores with a couple of short elbows.
Clarks prevents Kubota from escaping the position.#ES2#
Kubota explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Clarks shoots in for a takedown but Kubota shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
No luck for Clarks with that takedown attempt.
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Clarks appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Clarks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Clarks throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Clarks tries to counter with a takedown but Kubota is quick to defend against it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kubota. That's going to slow Clarks down.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kubota throws a head kick that Clarks semi-blocks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Clarks swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kubota.#T2#
Kubota misses with a looping right.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Clarks has time to react.#CL#
Clarks clinches up with Kubota and pushes him back against the cage.
A short left from Kubota. #TD#
Clarks has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kubota is trying to keep an underhook but Clarks manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Kubota is looking for a sweep. Clarks is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Clarks in particular looking to stall.
Kubota tries to get to full guard but Clarks has control of the leg.
Clarks working over Kubota with some ground and pound. Kubota looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Clarks prevents Kubota from standing back up.
Clarks passes into side control, despite Kubota's attempt to control the position.
Kubota taking a bit of punishment here - Clarks scoring with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Clarks scores with punches from side control.
Kubota is not content to let Clarks control the position.
Clarks has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T3#
Kubota wants to get back to his feet.
Kubota is looking for a sweep.
Clarks trying to control the action but Kubota is working from the bottom.
Kubota is looking to reverse the position.
Clarks has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Clarks landing punches.
Kubota keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Clarks has control of Kubota's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Kubota regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kubota is working to get back to half guard. #T4#
Clarks controlling his opponent.
Kubota is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Clarks wants to control the pace but Kubota is squirming around nicely.
Clarks landing punches. #SUB#
Clarks is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Kubota to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Kubota shrugs it off.
Kubota wants to get back to his feet.
Clarks prevents Kubota from getting the reversal.
Kubota wants to try and get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Elroy Clarks dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Clarks fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kubota sprawls well initially but Clarks persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Clarks drops an elbow to the side of Kubota's head.
Clarks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kubota can do to turn this around?
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Clarks lands a nice short elbow.
Clarks is nestled in close to Kubota, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Clarks looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kubota wants to improve his position but Clarks is controlling well.
Clarks is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kubota is staying active underneath Clarks, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kubota is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Clarks's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Clarks's back!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Kubota's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota keeps control of the position as Clarks tries to break free.
Clarks tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Clarks gets back to half guard.
Kubota passes into side control, despite Clarks's attempt to control the position. #T1#
Clarks tries to bench press Kubota off him but Kubota keeps the position. #SU2#
Kubota has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kubota walks into a straight right hand from Clarks.
Clarks shoots for a double leg takedown but Kubota sprawls well. He's pushed Clarks's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Clarks fails to land the takedown.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Clarks throws a series of punches but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
Clarks ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Clarks throws a solid leg kick but Kubota takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Clarks.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota swings for the body but Clarks moves out of range.
Kubota works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Clarks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Kubota attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Clarks with an uppercut!
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Clarks saw that one coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Clarks needs to keep his hands up - Kubota had a free shot at his head there.
Kubota scores with a body shot.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Clarks checks it.
The crowd cheers as Kubota lands an impressive looking overhand right. Clarks doesn't seem phased though.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Clarks tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota avoids a kick to the body.
Kubota has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Clarks is just out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Clarks.
Kubota fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Clarks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Clarks takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T3#
An inside leg kick from Kubota misses.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Kubota scores with a kick to the midsection.
Clarks walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kubota lands a head kick!
Kubota lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Clarks looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Elroy Clarks. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Clarks closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kubota is trying to control but can't.
Clarks frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Clarks has control of Kubota's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Kubota regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kubota squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Elroy Clarks overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Clarks cracks Kubota with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Kubota is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Clarks cracks Kubota with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Clarks controlling the position easily from mount.
Clarks can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kubota is looking to escape.
Kubota is looking to improve his position but Clarks isn't that keen on the idea.
Clarks lands a big shot there that rocks Kubota but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Kubota tries to hold on but Clarks pushes him away.
Clarks trying to control but he's not successful this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota 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!
#R3#
Kubota feints and then cracks Clarks's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Clarks down.
Kubota looks to land a body kick but Clarks moved away.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Clarks. Kubota shrugs it off though.
Clarks moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Kubota has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Clarks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Clarks. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Clarks misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An inside leg kick lands from Clarks.
Kubota misses with a left hand
and Clarks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Clarks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.#T1#
Clarks checks a low kick from Kubota.
Clarks tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kubota swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Clarks feinted with a counter takedown.
Clarks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kubota.
Clarks throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Clarks pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Clarks's corner calls for a 1-2. Clarks obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kubota lands a jab.
Clarks lands with an overhand left.
Kubota throws a front kick that sends Clarks stumbling back into the cage.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick.
Kubota throws a hook to the side of Clarks's head but Clarks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Clarks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota misses with a hook. Clarks ducked under it nicely.
Clarks throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.#T2#
Clarks walks into a jab.
Kubota fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Clarks checks it well.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Clarks.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Clarks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Clarks saw that one coming.
Clarks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Clarks connects with a leg kick. Kubota looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Clarks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Clarks loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Clarks slips the punch.
Clarks shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kubota as he avoids it easily.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
Clarks throws a low kick but Kubota avoids it.#TD#
Clarks looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kubota!
Clarks is looking to take a break and control but Kubota is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Clarks working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Clarks gets to mount! Kubota was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Clarks wants to control the pace but Kubota is squirming around nicely.
Kubota tries to reverse the position but Clarks maintains control.
Clarks scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Kubota?
Clarks trying to control but Kubota is having none of it.
Kubota is looking to get to half guard.
Kubota takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#T4#
Clarks landing strikes from the mount.
Kubota is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Kubota is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Clarks punishing his opponent with strikes.
Kubota is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Clarks prevents Kubota from getting the reversal.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Clarks looking to control but Kubota is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Clarks is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kubota is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Elroy Clarks did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Clarks was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Clarks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
It looked like Clarks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kubota.
Kubota bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kubota scores with a nice strike.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Clarks.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kubota darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Clarks tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota throws a hook but Clarks avoids it easily.
Clarks moves out of range of the strikes.
An inside leg kick lands from Clarks.
Kubota throws out a leg kick but Clarks moves out of range and Kubota only half commits.
Clarks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Clarks has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Clarks there as he acknowledges the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota looking to land some kicks to the body here.
An attempted straight right counter from Clarks misses the target.
Kubota misses with a right hand
and Clarks counters with a nice uppercut.
Kubota motions for Clarks to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Clarks stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
Clarks moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Clarks shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Kubota eats them both and turns towards Clarks to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Kubota delivers a nice body kick.
Clarks slips a jab from Kubota.
Kubota throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kubota throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #TD#
Kubota tries to sprawl but Clarks drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Kubota wants to stand back up but Clarks manages to pass into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Clarks lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Kubota down.
Kubota is looking for a sweep.
Clarks scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kubota to see if he's OK.
Clarks just content to control the position.
Kubota is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Clarks has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Kubota!#T2#
Kubota is trying desperately to improve position.
A nice elbow there by Clarks.
Clarks takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kubota is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Clarks looking to control but Kubota is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Clarks looking to secure an arm triangle but Kubota defends it well.
Kubota can't escape the position. #T3#
Kubota is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Clarks tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kubota working to try and regain half guard.
Clarks trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kubota is trying desperately to improve position.
The referee warns Kubota that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Clarks has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Kubota's face.
Kubota is trying to stand up.
Kubota is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Clarks trying to control but Kubota is having none of it. #T4#
Clarks controlling the pace for now.
Clarks landing punches.
Kubota is desperately trying to improve his position but Clarks has a good base and remains in mount.
BOOM! Clarks connects with a massive shot to the dome! #SUB#
Clarks looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Clarks has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Kubota's face.
Kubota keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota trying desperately to get to his feet.
Kubota tries to reverse the position but Clarks maintains control.
Kubota wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Elroy Clarks had his way with Takeru Kubota in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Clarks avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Some wild striking there from Clarks.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Clarks.
Kubota throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Clarks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Clarks takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Kubota attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Clarks throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Clarks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Clarks counters with a nice double leg into side control. Kubota won't be happy with that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Clarks trying to control the action but Kubota is working from the bottom.
Clarks scoring with punches and elbows. #T1#
Kubota is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Clarks is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kubota knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kubota tries to buck Clarks off but Clarks is having none of it.
Clarks taking a breather here.
Kubota tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kubota keeps trying to improve his position.
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Clarks wants to control but Kubota is keeping him busy.
Kubota is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kubota struggling a bit here.
Kubota is pushing Clarks's head away, looking to escape. Clarks manages to hold on to the position though.
Clarks lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Kubota down.
Clarks has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Clarks can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kubota is looking to escape.
Kubota manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3#
Clarks tries to pass to full mount but Kubota defends it.
Clarks prevents Kubota from improving his position.
Kubota tries to kick Clarks off but Clarks keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Kubota looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Elroy Clarks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Clarks controlling the pace.
Kubota is trying to stand.
Clarks keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Clarks lands a nice short elbow.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Clarks is keen to just control but Kubota is a slippery customer.
Clarks prevents Kubota from standing back up. #SUB#
Clarks is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Clarks seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kubota does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Kubota is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kubota swats away the attempt to clinch by Clarks.
Clarks will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Clarks misses with a hook.
Clarks takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 49:46
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 49:46
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Elroy Clarks!
Elroy Clarks is the new bantamweight champion!
A victorious Elroy Clarks thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: TR7: KUBOTA VS. SITSONGRIT
Date: Jan 18, 2020

#R1#
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sitsongrit sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit works Kubota's body with a nice hook.
Sitsongrit attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Kubota misses the target.
Kubota scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kubota looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kubota misses with a hook
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sitsongrit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Sitsongrit counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Sitsongrit lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short uppercut from Kubota.
Kubota tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sitsongrit lands a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sitsongrit.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Sitsongrit controls the action.
Sitsongrit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sitsongrit digs a right hand underneath Kubota's ribcage. Kubota let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch. #T1#
Sitsongrit lands a right hook to the body.
Kubota lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sitsongrit at a distance.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit wants to clinch.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Sitsongrit only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Kubota throws a head kick but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kubota looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kubota with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sitsongrit to score with a decent uppercut.#CL2#
Sitsongrit drives through and clinches with Kubota against the ropes.
Sitsongrit lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Sitsongrit throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.
A short right from Sitsongrit.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kubota.
Kubota lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sitsongrit's elbow. #T2#
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A frustrated look appears on Kubota's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
Good body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Sitsongrit fails to land.
Kubota is trying to break the clinch but Sitsongrit is controlling him.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Sitsongrit has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kubota seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Sitsongrit can turn it around.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kubota works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Kubota creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit. #T3#
Sitsongrit lands a nice hook to Kubota's body. Kubota takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A leg kick checked by Kubota.
A big right from Sitsongrit misses.
Kubota swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kubota misses with a hook.
Sitsongrit doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sitsongrit is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kubota rather than just go for the knockout.
Sitsongrit takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit throws a right hand that misses
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sitsongrit checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sitsongrit looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sitsongrit swings widly with a right hand
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sitsongrit blocks a low kick nicely.
Sitsongrit throws out a counter right but Kubota avoids it with no problem.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T4#
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Sitsongrit's front leg but catches the back leg as Sitsongrit tries to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Kubota takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sitsongrit.
Kubota is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kubota connects with a high kick.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
Kubota throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Sitsongrit counter with a right hand.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota lands a really nice looking cross but Sitsongrit seems unphased.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Sitsongrit avoids the head kick by Kubota.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota motions for Sitsongrit to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit takes a jab right on the kisser.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Sitsongrit moves out of range easily.
Kubota throws a chopping leg kick but Sitsongrit manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Sitsongrit has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kubota.
Sitsongrit throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kubota is out of range and Sitsongrit settles back down.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Kubota quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Kubota checks a leg kick.
Kubota takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Sitsongrit's body. Sitsongrit takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota throws a poor cross that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kubota gets off balance looking for a body kick
letting Sitsongrit counter with a right hand. #T1#
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kubota getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sitsongrit checks a low kick from Kubota.
Sitsongrit steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Sitsongrit tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sitsongrit digs a good hook to Kubota's body.
A slow jab from Sitsongrit misses its intended target.
Kubota throws a hook but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Good exchange - Sitsongrit coming out on top.
Kubota tries a low kick but Sitsongrit avoids it.
It seemed like Sitsongrit was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sitsongrit cracks the inside of Kubota's front leg.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sitsongrit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Sitsongrit with an uppercut!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kubota tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota is looking to score with low kicks.#T2#
A head kick misses from Kubota.
Sitsongrit throws out a powerful jab.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Kubota misses with a looping right.
Kubota looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sitsongrit let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sitsongrit fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kubota on the side of the head.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A little jabbing left from Sitsongrit on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kubota moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Kubota's leg. Kubota is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Kubota throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sitsongrit avoids it.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Sitsongrit checks a leg kick.
Kubota throws a chopping leg kick but Sitsongrit manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T3#
Sitsongrit lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kubota has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sitsongrit.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sitsongrit.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sitsongrit! But no joy.
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Sitsongrit's shoulder, as Sitsongrit tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota tries to land a front kick but Sitsongrit steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jab from Sitsongrit.
Jab by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit is looking to slow Kubota down with leg kicks.
Kubota thuds his right hand into Sitsongrit's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sitsongrit checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick nicely.#T4#
Sitsongrit checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nice uppercut there from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the strikes.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
A slow jab from Sitsongrit misses its intended target.
Kubota thumps Sitsongrit with a low kick.
Sitsongrit missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kubota.
It seemed like Sitsongrit was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kubota bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sitsongrit's head backwards.
Sitsongrit connects with a nice looking jab.
Kubota scores with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kubota.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kubota gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sitsongrit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Kubota's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit slips a jab from Kubota.
Kubota cracks the inside of Sitsongrit's front leg.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sitsongrit wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sitsongrit tries to clinch but Kubota is having none of it.
Kubota lands with a shot to the body.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick, looking for Kubota's leg but Kubota calmly moves out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota needs to keep his hands up - Sitsongrit had a free shot at his head there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Sitsongrit attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T1#
Kubota slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota fires out a quick counter leg kick but Sitsongrit just manages to avoid it.
Kubota tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Sitsongrit has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sitsongrit lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kubota.
Sitsongrit lands an uppercut.
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Kubota manages to break the clinch.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kubota.
Sitsongrit tries a low kick but Kubota avoids it.
Sitsongrit throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sitsongrit takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kubota bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sitsongrit's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota looks to land a left hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Kubota throws a jab when Sitsongrit was well out of range.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kubota moves out of range as Sitsongrit throws a body kick.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Sitsongrit tries a low kick but Kubota avoids it.
Donk. Kubota catches Sitsongrit right on the button with a cross.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Some bone on bone action there as Sitsongrit checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
Kubota 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.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Sitsongrit staying out of range there.
Sitsongrit missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the head.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Sitsongrit. That snapped Kubota's head back.
Kubota throws a low kick but Sitsongrit avoids it.
Kubota slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Kubota swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sitsongrit takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kubota throws a leg kick that misses.
Kubota swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Some bone on bone action there as Sitsongrit checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kubota attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kubota lands with a cross.
Sitsongrit thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kubota if he has to take too many more of those.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kubota thinking.
Sitsongrit lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kubota looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kubota scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sitsongrit tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sitsongrit tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Good leg kick by Kubota there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Sitsongrit takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sitsongrit connects with a body shot.
Kubota throws a lazy head kick
and Sitsongrit counters with an inside leg kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sitsongrit looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit just about did enough to take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Sitsongrit lands a nice hook to Kubota's body. Kubota takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kubota swats away the attempt to clinch by Sitsongrit.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Sitsongrit looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Sitsongrit jabs Kubota to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sitsongrit lands with a shot to the body.
Kubota connects with a right hand. Sitsongrit shakes it off.
Kubota throws a low kick, looking for Sitsongrit's leg but Sitsongrit calmly moves out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kubota counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sitsongrit cracks a nice hook into Kubota's ribs.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking body shot.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
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!
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Sitsongrit attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kubota takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
As Sitsongrit backs away, Kubota returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Sitsongrit scoring well with a low kick there.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kubota.
Good shot there by Sitsongrit.
Kubota misses with a looping right.
Sitsongrit is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick.
A solid body kick from Kubota.
A punch lands to the side of Sitsongrit 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sitsongrit walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.
Sitsongrit dips to his left and cracks Kubota with an uppercut!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
Kubota takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A bone on bone clash there as Sitsongrit blocks the leg kick.
Sitsongrit let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Kubota misses with a lunging right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Sitsongrit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sitsongrit tries to counter with a clinch but Kubota shakes him off and moves away.
Kubota walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota. #CL2#
Sitsongrit clinches up with Kubota and pushes him back against the ropes.
Kubota lands a body shot.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Kubota blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sitsongrit softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Kubota's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Sitsongrit scores with a shoulder strike.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sitsongrit.
Kubota tries to break the clinch but Sitsongrit is controlling the position.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Sitsongrit blocks a body shot from Kubota.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the side of Kubota's head.
Sitsongrit working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kubota lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short right from Kubota.
Sitsongrit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sitsongrit lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota scores with a shoulder strike.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the side of Kubota's head. #T4#
Sitsongrit lands a hook that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Sitsongrit presses Kubota against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot to the body.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Sitsongrit lands an uppercut.
Sitsongrit lands with a left to the head.
Sitsongrit cracks Kubota with a nice body shot.
A body shot lands from Sitsongrit.
A right hand to the body from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a hook that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
A short uppercut from Sitsongrit.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit gets through Kubota's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit - that landed with a thud.
Sitsongrit lands with a right to the head.
Sitsongrit working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sitsongrit scores with a shoulder strike.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit presses Kubota against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit dominated that fourth round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Sitsongrit stuns Kubota with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sitsongrit tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota lands with a cross.
Kubota checks a low kick from Sitsongrit.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Kubota's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sitsongrit connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kubota scrambles back to his feet.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sitsongrit looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Sitsongrit appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota tried to counter with a leg kick but Sitsongrit avoided it.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T1#
Sitsongrit throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sitsongrit.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A low kick from Sitsongrit misses
and Kubota counters with a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit blocks a leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sitsongrit.
A head kick by Sitsongrit misses
and Kubota counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sitsongrit.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kubota with a body shot.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sitsongrit's sensitive parts.
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick, looking for Kubota's leg but Kubota calmly moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sitsongrit slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Kubota drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Sitsongrit lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kubota thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Sitsongrit if he has to take too many more of those.
Kubota tests Sitsongrit's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kubota throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sitsongrit on the side of the head.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right.
Sitsongrit dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kubota.
Sitsongrit takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Sitsongrit slips under a jab.
Nice defenses there by Sitsongrit.
Kubota looks to throw a body kick
and Sitsongrit counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking body shot.
Sitsongrit throws a head kick that half lands.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Sitsongrit's body. Sitsongrit takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sitsongrit takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sitsongrit throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Sitsongrit let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy right hand. Kubota should have avoided that one.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Sitsongrit jabs at Kubota's body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kubota throws a push kick but Sitsongrit slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
A left lands for Kubota.
Sitsongrit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sitsongrit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Sitsongrit throws out a leg kick but Kubota moves out of range and Sitsongrit only half commits.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kubota.
Kubota takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sitsongrit checks the leg kick.
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
It looked like Kubota was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sitsongrit.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit is looking to chop away at Kubota's legs.
A quick step to the side and Kubota tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to the head.
Kubota throws a hook but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit.
Well Sitsongrit 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 45:50
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 45:50
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit!
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is the new bantamweight champion!
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TR4: CAMARA VS. SAADES
Date: Dec 28, 2019

#R1#
Friman has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Friman there as he acknowledges the shot.
Friman lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota catches Friman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kubota is looking to slow Friman down with leg kicks.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kubota.
Friman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota looks for the body kick but Friman saw that one coming.
Kubota attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Friman dives in for a single leg takedown but Kubota sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Friman throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
It seemed like Kubota was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Friman misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Friman tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Friman at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Friman pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kubota back to the ropes. Friman follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Friman moved away.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Friman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Friman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.#T1#
Friman checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Friman is out of range.
Kubota takes one to the chin there.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Friman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Friman 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.
Kubota walks into a stiff left hand from Friman.
A punch lands to the side of Friman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nice cross by Kubota.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick.
A shot to the liver by Friman. Beautiful body shot.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Friman throws a body shot but no joy.
Friman takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Friman scores with a nice strike.
Friman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kubota at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Friman tries to bum rush Kubota with a series of wild strikes but Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body. #CL#
Friman moves into range and clinches up with Kubota.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Friman misses with some punches. #T2#
Kubota lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Friman.
A short uppercut from Friman.
Friman's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Friman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Friman looking to stall.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Friman.
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Friman backwards.
Kubota presses Friman against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Friman swings wildly with an uppercut but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Friman. #BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch. #T3#
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
Kubota throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Friman tries to counter with a takedown but Kubota is quick to defend against it.
Friman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Friman sizes up Kubota with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Friman throws a series of punches but Kubota avoids them all with ease.
Friman cracks Kubota with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota misses with a low kick as Friman jumps back.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there. #CL#
Friman drives through and clinches with Kubota against the ropes.
Friman blocking some punches.
Kubota lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Friman's elbow.
Friman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Friman creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Friman lands a body punch.
Friman lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kubota blocks an uppercut. #T4#
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Friman backwards.
Kubota letting Friman take a breather here.
Kubota throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Kubota manages to break the clinch.
Kubota throws a body punch but Friman moves out of range.
Friman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Friman keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Friman swinging wildly here.
A jab from Kubota does it's job there.
Friman misses with a straight right.
Friman fails with the takedown.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Friman gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Friman trying to control the position but instead, Kubota has worked for underhooks and has pushed Friman into the ropes.
Kubota working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Takeru Kubota 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#
Friman scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A telegraphed right hand from Kubota misses the target.
Friman ducks right into an uppercut from Kubota.
Kubota will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Friman misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
A nice side step and Kubota releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Friman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Friman gets a clinch.
Kubota wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Friman has him pressed against the ropes.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Friman.
Kubota struggles to land a body shot inside as Friman controls his hands.
Kubota lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Friman controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Friman.
Kubota misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kubota lands with a short shot to the head.
Kubota misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Friman manages to break the clinch. #T1#
Kubota misses with a low kick as Friman jumps back.
Kubota on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CL#
Kubota gets tackled into the ropes by Friman. Friman maintains the clinch.
Friman lands with a right to the head.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kubota.
Friman scores with a nice hook to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A right handed body shot lands from Friman.
Takeru Kubota seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kubota works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Friman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Friman. #BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Friman looks for a takedown but Kubota sprawls well.
Kubota flicks out a counter leg kick but Friman steps away.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Friman. That did some damage!#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!
Kubota throws a head kick but Friman moves out of range.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Friman's front leg but catches the back leg as Friman tries to avoid it.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Friman blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Friman.
Kubota is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kubota throws a head kick that Friman semi-blocks.
Friman shoots in but no luck this time.
Kubota thuds his right hand into Friman's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Friman is just out of range.
Friman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Friman defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
Friman thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kubota if he has to take too many more of those.
Friman misses with a low kick.
Kubota tries a quick counter leg kick but Friman is wise to it.
Friman throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Kubota flicks out a counter leg kick but Friman steps away.#T3#
Friman keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Friman.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Friman moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Friman.
Friman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Friman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Friman went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Friman tries for a takedown but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oskar Friman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
Friman appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Friman checks a low kick from Kubota.
Friman shoots in looking for a takedown. Kubota tries to sprawl out of it but Friman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Kubota manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kubota tries a quick counter leg kick but Friman is wise to it.
Kubota has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Friman throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Friman off balance momentarily.
Friman tests Kubota's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Friman feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kubota's calf.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Friman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota misses the jab.
A slapping body kick lands there for Friman.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Friman.
Friman fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kubota throws a hook to the side of Friman's head but Friman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Friman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Friman fails to land with a series of punches.
Friman misses the jab.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Friman misses with a straight right.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Friman moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Kubota connects with a right hand. Friman shakes it off.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Friman with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Friman manages to avoid it.
Friman tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kubota swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Friman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota scores with a hook to the body. Friman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Friman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Friman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kubota fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Friman checks it well.
A little feinted left hand from Friman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Friman tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A slow jab from Friman misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Friman keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Friman with a hook.
Friman rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kubota moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kubota doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Friman.
Friman comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Friman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Friman lands a jab to Kubota's midsection.
A low kick from Kubota misses
and Friman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Friman throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Friman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A shot to the liver by Kubota. Beautiful body shot.
Friman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Friman.
Friman shoots in for a double leg but Kubota sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A little jabbing left from Kubota on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Friman missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota avoids a punch combination nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Friman. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kubota is looking to chop away at Friman's legs.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw.
Friman avoids the body shot from Kubota.
It looked like Friman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kubota.
Friman misses with the combination.
Kubota throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Friman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Friman moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota.
Friman is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kubota.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Friman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Friman throws a body shot but no joy.
Friman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Friman.#CL#
Friman closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Friman blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Friman swings wildly with an uppercut but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Friman gets through Kubota's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kubota lands a hook that snaps the head of Friman backwards.
Kubota scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Kubota pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Friman shoots for a double leg takedown but Kubota sprawls well. He's pushed Friman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Friman is just out of range.
Friman appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kubota scores with a hook to the body. Friman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #CL#
Friman clinches with his opponent.
Friman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kubota fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oskar Friman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Friman fails to land with a series of punches.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Friman's head back.
Nice shot by Kubota.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Friman goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T4#
A big right from Kubota misses.
Friman throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Friman cracks Kubota with a right hand to the side of the head.
Friman is looking to land body kicks.
Nice body kick there by Friman.
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Friman will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Friman misses with a body shot.
Kubota throws a wild body kick that Friman sees coming a mile off.
A swing and a miss from Friman.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Friman moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Friman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Kubota throws a head kick that Friman semi-blocks.
Kubota misses with a hook. Friman ducked under it nicely.
Kubota throws the left hand but Friman avoids the punch easily.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota 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#
Kubota slips under a jab from Friman.
Friman connects with a nice looking jab.
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Friman is just out of range.
Friman jabs Kubota to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kubota thumps Friman with a low kick.
Kubota throws a push kick but Friman slaps the foot to one side.
Friman throws out a powerful jab.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Friman moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Friman gets a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kubota.
Friman prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Friman tries to work over Kubota's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Friman.
Kubota misses with some punches. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Friman blocking some punches. #TD#
Friman works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Friman trying to control the position from guard on top but Kubota is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kubota looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kubota can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Friman controls the pace.
Friman cracks Kubota with a solid left hand.
Friman wants to control from the top but Kubota keeps moving.
Kubota wants to stand up but Friman is controlling him.
Friman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Friman cracks Kubota with a solid left hand.#T2#
Kubota is looking to stand back up but Friman counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Kubota.
Kubota is refusing to be controlled, as Friman sits in half guard.
Friman prevents Kubota from standing back up.
Kubota taking some punishment here, with Friman in his half guard.
Kubota is looking to escape.
Friman working Kubota over with strikes.
Ground and pound from Friman.
Friman stops Kubota from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Friman lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kubota has hold of Friman's hands but Friman slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota taking some punishment here, with Friman in his half guard. #ES2#
Kubota pushes Friman off and gets back to his feet.
Kubota throws a head kick but Friman moves out of range.
Friman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Friman throws the kick towards the body but Kubota avoids it.
Friman cracks Kubota with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Friman blocks a low kick nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Friman's head back.
Good work by Friman as he checks the leg kick.
Friman blocks a jab.
Friman throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Friman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Kubota throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Friman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kubota's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kubota is on top in guard. #REVB#
Kubota wants to get up but he can't break Friman's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Friman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Kubota is pushing down on Friman's leg trying to pass to half guard. Friman is fighting to maintain full guard but Kubota has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kubota tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Friman.
Friman makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Friman.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Friman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kubota is one step ahead there.
Friman is working hard here to advance position.
Friman has a closed guard, preventing Kubota from standing up.
Kubota stopping the sweep attempt from Friman.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oskar Friman had his way with Takeru Kubota in that round.
That's time! Friman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Friman.
Kubota throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Friman's leg. Friman is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Friman is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kubota.
Friman looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Friman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Friman misses with a body kick.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Friman throws a wild body kick that Kubota sees coming a mile off.
Friman's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kubota connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Friman scrambles back to his feet.
Friman connects with a solid leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Friman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kubota scores with a hook.
Kubota takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kubota misses with a body punch #CL#
and Friman counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Friman. #T1#
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Friman's elbow.
Friman softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Friman. #BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Friman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Friman.
Friman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kubota sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Friman tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota walks into a stiff left hand from Friman.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kubota is looking to chop away at Friman's legs.
Kubota on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #TD#
Friman shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kubota manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Friman stands up over Kubota, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kubota is looking to stand up but Friman isn't so interested in that idea. #T2#
Friman chips away with some ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Friman distracts Kubota with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Friman works over Kubota with some ground and pound from guard.
Friman trying to control the position from guard on top but Kubota is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Friman stands up over Kubota, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kubota wants to get back to his feet but Friman is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kubota trying to keep a closed guard but Friman is proving a slippery customer.
Friman is stalling in the full guard.
Kubota not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Friman won't allow Kubota to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A jab from Friman misses. #TD#
Friman fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kubota to the ground. Friman is now in Kubota's guard.
Friman landing some decent shots from guard.
Kubota is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Oskar Friman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Oskar Friman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Friman working some strikes from top position.
Friman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kubota's head.
Kubota wants to stand and escape but Friman is having none of it. #T4#
Friman wants to pass the guard but Kubota is keeping the position.
Kubota wants to stand and escape but Friman is having none of it.
Kubota is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Friman dives into side control.
Friman wants to control but Kubota is keeping him busy.
Kubota takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Kubota wants to get back to his feet but Friman drags him back down.

And that's the end of the fight!
Oskar Friman showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kubota has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 47:48
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 48:48
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota is the new bantamweight champion!
Takeru Kubota 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: NSC 56:
Date: Sep 17, 2019

#R1#
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Strålman feints a counter leg kick.#CL2#
Strålman moves into the clinch.
Strålman blocks a body shot from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Strålman looking to throw knees to the head but Kubota is blocking nicely.
Kubota lands a body shot in the clinch.
Strålman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Strålman.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Strålman.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Strålman prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside.
Kubota lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Strålman blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Strålman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kubota has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Strålman.
Strålman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A big right from Kubota misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strålman swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range. #T1#
Strålman lands with a shot to the body.
Strålman looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kubota throws a jab when Strålman was well out of range.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Strålman misses.
Strålman throws a chopping leg kick but Kubota manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kubota misses with a looping right.
Strålman plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Strålman tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throwing a counter right hand but Strålman manages to avoid it.
Kubota avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Strålman throws a quick inside leg kick.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strålman tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Strålman misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Strålman.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota's corner calls for a 1-2. Kubota obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Strålman motions for Kubota to come forward. Strålman throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Kubota checks a low kick from Strålman.
A solid leg kick lands there for Strålman.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Good leg kick by Kubota there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Strålman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota lands a body shot.
Strålman is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kubota throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Strålman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Strålman moves out of range as Kubota throws a body kick.
Kubota walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Strålman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Strålman fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kubota checks it well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota 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.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Strålman tries to clinch up.
Strålman lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kubota circles away quickly and effectively.
An attempted straight right counter from Kubota misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Strålman connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Kubota walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Strålman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Strålman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Strålman can do to turn this around?
Strålman throws a quick inside leg kick.
Strålman doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
Kubota is looking to chop away at Strålman's legs.
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Strålman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kubota feinted there with a counter leg kick.
No joy there for Strålman, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kubota with a hook.
Strålman takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kubota avoids the body shot from Strålman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strålman moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Strålman tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Strålman misses with a body kick.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kubota on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Strålman. Strålman obviously looking to wear him down.
Kubota checks the leg kick.#T1#
Kubota fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Strålman on the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strålman was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Kubota jabs at Strålman's body.
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Strålman tries to clinch there but Kubota circles away.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Strålman misses with a double jab.
Strålman slips a straight right by Kubota.
Strålman 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.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Strålman. That did some damage!
A combination from Strålman does no damage.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kubota darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Kubota throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strålman doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
Strålman wants to clinch.#T2#
Strålman tries to clinch up but Kubota circles away and keeps his distance.
Anton Strålman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Strålman slips under a jab from Kubota.
Strålman misses with the combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Kubota misses the target.
Strålman misses with a few strikes there.
Strålman throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kubota throws a hook but Strålman blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Strålman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jab, jab by Kubota - just one landing.
Nice uppercut there from Kubota.
Kubota feints and then cracks Strålman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Strålman down.
Kubota wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kubota fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Strålman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota misses with an attempted mid kick.
Strålman takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#CL2#
Strålman drives through and clinches with Kubota against the ropes.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Strålman.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Strålman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Strålman uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice side step and Strålman releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL2#
Kubota tries to keep at a distance but Strålman has taken the fight into the clinch.
Strålman blocks an uppercut.
Strålman using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kubota has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kubota lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Strålman tries to work over Kubota's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Strålman misses with a body punch.
Strålman cracks Kubota with a nice body shot.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Strålman tries to throw a body punch but Kubota avoids it by throwing Strålman back against the ropes.
Strålman tries to break free but Kubota pushes him back against the ropes.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Strålman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota has had enough of the clinch but Strålman keeps him there for the moment.
Strålman pushes Kubota back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Kubota.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Strålman.
Kubota working aggressively here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kubota.
Kubota working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Strålman controls the action.
Strålman lands with a short shot to the head.
We've been informed that Strålman has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Kubota scores with a shot to the side of Strålman's head.
Strålman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Strålman can't break the clinch. #BC#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Strålman blocks a low kick nicely.
Kubota swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Strålman.
Kubota bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kubota delivers a nice body kick.
We've been told by Kubota's head coaches at Diamond Unbreakable that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kubota scores with a nice body kick.
A big right from Strålman misses. #CL2#
Strålman has managed to clinch.
Kubota throws a head punch that misses.
Kubota is trying to force a seperation but Strålman has the dominant position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Strålman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Takeru Kubota has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Strålman misses with the head strike.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A short right from Strålman on the inside. #T2#
Kubota struggles to land a body shot inside as Strålman controls his hands. #BC2#
Strålman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Strålman with an uppercut!#CL2#
Strålman takes the fight into the clinch.
Strålman lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kubota struggles to land a body shot inside as Strålman controls his hands.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Strålman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Strålman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Strålman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Kubota blocks the elbow strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kubota.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Strålman.
A short right from Strålman on the inside.
Kubota working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Strålman breaks the clinch.
A big right from Strålman misses.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Takeru Kubota did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Strålman keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nice jab there from Kubota.
Kubota cracks Strålman with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kubota throws a push kick but Strålman slaps the foot to one side.
Kubota avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Strålman avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Strålman tries to clinch there but Kubota circles away.
Strålman avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strålman moves away.
Strålman's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Strålman tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Strålman thumps Kubota with a low kick.
No joy there for Strålman, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kubota throwing a counter right hand but Strålman manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strålman tries to clinch there but Kubota circles away.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strålman manages to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Strålman misses.
Strålman walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.#CL2#
Strålman instigates a clinch.
Kubota working aggressively here. #BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Kubota tries a low kick but Strålman avoids it.
Strålman tried to score with a low kick but Kubota checks it.
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Strålman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strålman wants to clinch.
Kubota misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice straight punches there by Kubota. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kubota.
Strålman looks to land a combination but Kubota avoids it well.
Strålman tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Strålman's sensitive parts.
Strålman throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Strålman throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kubota.
Kubota explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#CL2#
Kubota gets tackled into the ropes by Strålman. Strålman maintains the clinch.
Kubota lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Strålman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Kubota lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kubota gets through Strålman's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kubota lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Strålman backwards.
Strålman is stalling here.
Strålman prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Kubota lands a hook that snaps the head of Strålman backwards.
Strålman fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Strålman has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.#BC#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Kubota throws a leg kick
and Strålman counters with an outside leg kick.
Kubota lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Strålman tries to clinch up
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Strålman avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Strålman saw that one coming.
Strålman tries to clinch there but Kubota circles away.
Strålman slips under a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota had his way with Anton Strålman in that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Strålman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kubota. That did some damage!
Strålman is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Strålman has time to react.
Strålman connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota slips a straight right by Strålman.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kubota tries to land a front kick but Strålman steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Strålman tries to clinch but Kubota is having none of it.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Strålman looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Strålman raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Strålman misses with an uppercut.
Strålman 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.
Strålman tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Strålman checks a leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Strålman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Strålman fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kubota was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Strålman moved away.#T1#
Strålman scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kubota lands a head shot.
Kubota showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Strålman.
Kubota is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kubota misses with a jab to the body
and Strålman counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota lands with a hook. Strålman tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL2#
Strålman takes the fight into the clinch.
Strålman pushes Kubota back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Strålman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota dodges an elbow strike from Strålman.
Strålman using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kubota has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Strålman tries to throw a body punch but Kubota avoids it by throwing Strålman back against the ropes.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kubota as Strålman tries to tie him up. #T2#
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota struggles to land a body shot inside as Strålman controls his hands.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kubota throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Strålmans head.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Anton Strålman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Strålman's elbow.
Nice body punch from Kubota. #BC2#
Strålman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Strålman tries to clinch up but Kubota circles away and keeps his distance.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Strålman moves out of range of the strikes.
Strålman connects with a single shot there.
Some wild striking there from Strålman.
Strålman walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kubota 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!

Takeru Kubota wins by unanimous decision!
Takeru Kubota retains his bantamweight title!
Takeru Kubota bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: NSC 51: Le vs Kubota 2
Date: Aug 27, 2019

#R1#
Lê ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lê is looking to land body kicks.
Lê misses the shot to the body.
Lê throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kubota 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.
Lê scores with a jab. Kubota acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lê avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Lê moves away and avoids it.
Lê connects with the punch.
Kubota takes a swing at Lê's ribcage but misses.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lê 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.
Lê looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Lê throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota clobbers Lê with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kubota is looking to score with low kicks.
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lê's hands.
Kubota slips a jab and a cross from Lê.
A little jabbing left from Kubota on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kubota checks a leg kick.
Nice jab there from Lê.
Lê throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Lê moves out of range easily.
Lê jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Lê uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Lê misses with a body punch
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A big left from Lê misses.
Kubota plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kubota misses with a lunging right hand
and Lê counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Kubota.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Lê is just out of range.
It looked like Lê wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lê jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota is trying to counter with his kicks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lê throws a wild body kick that Kubota sees coming a mile off.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Lê is just out of range.
A head kick misses from Lê.
Kubota throws a hook to the side of Lê's head but Lê sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
Kubota cracks Lê with a good jab.
Lê fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lê.
A big left from Lê misses.
Kubota appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lê misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kubota lands the left hand.
Kubota misses with a low kick as Lê jumps back.
A big left from Kubota misses. #CL#
Lê gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kubota lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Kubota on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Lê blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kubota stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Lê.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lê struggles to land a body shot inside as Kubota controls his hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lê.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Lê slips under a jab.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lê throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Lê goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A slow jab from Lê misses its intended target.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
Lê moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Good exchange - Lê coming out on top.
Kubota scores with a head kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lê throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kubota throws a hook but Lê avoids it easily.
Kubota lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Lê moves out of range as Kubota strikes.#CL#
Lê moves into the clinch.#T1#
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Lê controls the action.
Lê throws a head punch that misses.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Lê.
Kubota throws a head punch that misses.
Lê lands with a left to the head.
Lê is working Kubota over against the ropes.
Lê goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lê is leaning against Kubota and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kubota working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kubota lands a right hand.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Lê has a couple of punches blocked by Kubota.
A nice left hand lands by Lê.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lê misses with some punches.
Kubota misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Lê manages to break the clinch.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lê just misses with a punch to the body.
Lê lands a jab to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lê takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Quân Lê has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lê ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lê misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Kubota counter with a right hand.
Lê moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota cracks the inside of Lê's front leg.
Lê misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Lê throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Lê moves out of range easily.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Lê appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Lê walks into a left hand.
Lê takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Kubota takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A slow jab from Lê misses its intended target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota scores with a head kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kubota!
Nice defenses there by Lê.
Kubota slips a jab from Lê.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Lê's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lê slips under a jab from Kubota.
Lê tests Kubota's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Lê thumps Kubota with a low kick.
Lê connects with a crisp jab.
Lê feints and then cracks Kubota's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kubota down.
Lê ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lê is looking to counter punch.
Lê throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota lands a body shot.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kubota scores with a head kick. Lê tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kubota connects with a crisp jab.
Kubota throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lê.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Lê throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota misses with a looping left.#T1#
Lê takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota throws a leg kick that misses.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota cracks a nice hook into Lê's ribs.
Kubota defending well as Lê loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Lê misses with an uppercut.
Kubota cracks Lê with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kubota cracks Lê with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lê. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lê blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Lê takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kubota cracks Lê with a good jab.
Kubota misses with a lunging right hand
and Lê counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lê swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range. #T2#
Lê has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kubota.
Lê fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Lê was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Lê.
Kubota punishes Lê's body with a nice straight punch.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Lê.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Lê's belly button to the back.
Kubota cracks a nice hook into Lê's ribs.
Kubota walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lê misses with a straight right.
Kubota is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lê with a body shot.
Kubota slips a straight right by Lê.
Kubota lunges at Lê with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lê's hand.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick.
Lê is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lê throws a leg kick
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A shot to the liver by Kubota. Beautiful body shot.
Lê lands a jab to the nose.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lê.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota really dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Kubota feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lês jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lê.
Lê takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kubota scores with a punch to the head.
Lê checks a leg kick.
Lê waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Lê looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Lê misses with a body shot.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Lê with an uppercut!
Lê takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
It looked like Lê wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Kubota defending well as Lê loads up on a big left hand.
Lê pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota lands a jab to the nose.
Lê throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lê will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lê avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw.
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
Kubota slips a straight right by Lê.#T1#
Lê checks a leg kick.
Kubota moves out of range as Lê throws a body kick.
Lê steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kubota. That one must have hurt.
Lê throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Lê in the body.
Kubota slips a straight right by Lê.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kubota cracks Lê with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kubota lands a head shot.
Lê fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kubota lands with a cross.
Kubota takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lê throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lê throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kubota thuds his right hand into Lê's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Lê looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T2#
Lê moves out of range of the body kick.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Lê slips the punch.
Lê fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kubota clobbers Lê with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lê was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Lê misses the shot to the body.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kubota throws a body punch but Lê moves out of range.
Lê loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
A good leg kick by Kubota. #CL#
Lê closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Lê struggles to land a body shot inside as Kubota controls his hands.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short right from Lê.
Lê misses with a punch on the inside.
Lê lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Lê tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kubota's elbow.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Kubota connects with a jab.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Lê with an uppercut!
Lê takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lê slips under a jab from Kubota.
Kubota drops his hands momentarily and Lê takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lê uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Lê tries to move into range but Kubota moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lê lands with a cross.
Lê throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota slips a jab from Lê.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lê. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lê lands with a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lê moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Well,Lê is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Lê throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lê moves away.
Kubota drops his hands momentarily and Lê takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T1#
Kubota blocks the body kick.
Kubota flicks out a counter leg kick but Lê steps away.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lê manages to avoid it.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lê throws out the jab.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lê has time to react.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Lê off balance momentarily.
Lê takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kubota drops his hands momentarily and Lê takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Lê misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Lê misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Lê throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Lê misses the jab.
Kubota is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lê with a body shot.
Lê rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Kubota counter with a right hand.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lê.
Lê moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.#T2#
Kubota slips under a jab from Lê.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota walks into a jab.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Lê wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lê ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Nice defenses there by Lê.
Kubota lands a head kick. Lê smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kubota lands a head shot.
Lê scores with a decent looking hook.
Lê misses with an uppercut.
Lê takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lê throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lê.
Kubota has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kubota connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kubota feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lês jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lê misses with a body shot.
Lê misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota flicks out a counter leg kick but Lê steps away.
Lê on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lê lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kubota's sensitive parts.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Takeru Kubota.
I've got Kubota 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!

Takeru Kubota wins by unanimous decision!
Takeru Kubota is the new bantamweight champion!
Takeru Kubota was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: NSC 47 PPV
Date: Aug 13, 2019

#R1#
Lê misses with a body kick.
Lê closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Lê, right into the meat.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
Nice shot by Kubota.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Lê closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lê makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
Lê misses with the head strike.
Lê scores with a shot to the side of Kubota's head.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lê lands a shot to the body.
A short right from Kubota on the inside.
Lê tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kubota's elbow.
Lê lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Lê.
Lê misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kubota tries to work over Lê's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lê definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kubota digs a right hand underneath Lê's ribcage. Lê let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T1#
A short left from Lê.
Lê blocks a body shot from Kubota.
Kubota is looking to break free of the clinch but Lê has double underhooks.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Kubota tries to break the clinch but Lê is controlling the position.
Lê fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lê cracks Kubota with a nice body shot.
Lê can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Lê throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.
Kubota tries to break free but Lê pushes him back against the ropes.
Lê misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lê scores with a hook to the body.
Lê tries to throw a body punch but Kubota avoids it by throwing Lê back against the ropes.
Lê blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Lê takes a shot to the head.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lê's elbow.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Lê uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lê lands a body shot in the clinch. #T2#
Kubota digs a right hand underneath Lê's ribcage. Lê let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lê misses with a body punch.
Lê blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Lê.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short uppercut from Kubota. #BC2#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Kubota throws an off balance right hand
and Kubota takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A big left from Lê misses.
Lê throws a leg kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Lê ducks down to avoid it.
Lê uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Lê appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kubota connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kubota misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Lê throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Lê closes the distance and pushes Kubota back into the ropes.
Lê misses with a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Lê.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Lê struggles to land a body shot inside as Kubota controls his hands.
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 Quân Lê will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kubota takes a swing at Lê's ribcage but misses.
Kubota throws the left hand but Lê avoids the punch easily.
Lê throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kubota throws a jab when Lê was well out of range.
Kubota misses with a right hand
and Lê counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kubota throws a chopping leg kick but Lê manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lê scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lê jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Lê gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Quân Lê has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Lê fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Lê.
Kubota wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lê has him pressed against the ropes.
Kubota softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota prevents a body shot from Lê.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lê lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kubota lands an uppercut.#T1#
A short right from Kubota on the inside.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lê blocks a body shot from Kubota.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Lê.
Lê has Kubota pressed against the ropes, preventing Kubota from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kubota lands a body shot.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Lê.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kubota.
Lê blocking some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Lê.
Kubota tries to throw a body punch but Lê avoids it by throwing Kubota back against the ropes.
Lê lands a left hand.
Lê misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota pushes Lê back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota blocking some punches.
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lê backwards.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Lê.
Kubota lands an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lê misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Lê struggles to land a body shot inside as Kubota controls his hands.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Lê misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota gets through Lê's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lê blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota throws a head punch that misses.
Kubota blocking some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kubota.
Quân Lê has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lê tries to throw a body punch but Kubota avoids it by throwing Lê back against the ropes.
Lê working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lê bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kubota's head.
Kubota throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lê throws a chopping leg kick but Kubota manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lê throws a front kick aimed at Kubota's knee but Kubota avoids it well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lê throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lê tests Kubota's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Lê slips the punch.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lê.
Lê finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Lê throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Lê checks a leg kick.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lê.
A little jabbing left from Kubota on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lê moves out of range of the leg kick from Kubota.
Lê tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lê lands a lovely overhand right.
Lê throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Lê.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lê.
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Lê's belly button to the back.
Kubota has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kubota there as he acknowledges the shot.
A lazy left from Kubota finds it's target.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Kubota 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota connects with a single shot there.
Lê keeps Kubota at a distance using the push kick.
Lê misses with a low kick.
Lê connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Lê.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Lê uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kubota.
A counter left hand to the body from Lê misses its target.
Lê blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Lê ducks right into an uppercut from Kubota.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lê jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota shapes to counter with a head kick.
Lê throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota throws the left hand but Lê avoids the punch easily.
Kubota scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kubota fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lê is out of range.
Lê staying out of range there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kubota.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lê checks a leg kick.
Kubota looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lê misses with an uppercut.
Kubota throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kubota throws a solid leg kick but Lê takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kubota.
Lê thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lê misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kubota throws out a counter right but Lê avoids it with no problem.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lê throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lê throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kubota counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kubota jabs Lê right on the nose. Lê blinks but takes it well.
Lê cracks Kubota with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
A cross from Lê lands.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lê.
Lê lands a jab to the nose.
Lê avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Lê blocks a low kick nicely.
Lê bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lê appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kubota wants to land a leg kick but Lê is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kubota swats away the attempt to clinch by Lê.
Lê uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kubota has time to react.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Quân Lê did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Lê's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Kubota blocks a jab.
Jab by Kubota.
Lê checks a low kick from Kubota.
Lê misses the jab.
Kubota tried to score with a low kick but Lê checks it.
Lê keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lê keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota takes a swing at Lê's ribcage but misses.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Lê throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lê moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
A big right from Lê misses.
Lê tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
It seemed like Kubota was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kubota throws a hook but Lê blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lê lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kubota takes a step back to recover.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lê sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lê - that will leave a mark!
Lê lands with a shot to the body.
Kubota's corner calls for a 1-2. Kubota obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kubota slips under a jab.
A nice side step and Kubota releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Lê uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Crunch! Lê slams his shin into Kubota's torso.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Kubota scores with a head kick. Lê tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Lê looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kubota with a nice cross.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota shapes to counter with a head kick.
Kubota on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lê. Lê obviously looking to wear him down.
Lê throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lê jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lê moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota lands with a nice body punch.
Good standup being displayed there by Lê as he connects with a hook.
Lê delivers a nice body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lê ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Lê moves out of range of the body kick.
A solid body kick from Kubota.
Kubota blocks the body kick.
Kubota has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lê.
A left lands for Kubota.
Kubota throws a chopping leg kick but Lê manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T2#
A swing and a miss from Lê.
Kubota counters with a body kick.
Lê throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kubota on the side of the head.
Lê 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.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kubota clobbers Lê with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kubota throws a hook but Lê avoids it easily.
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Lê's belly button to the back.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Kubota throws a push kick but Lê slaps the foot to one side.
Lê takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lê misses with a body kick.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
It looked like Lê wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lê throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lê looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A jab from Kubota finds it's way through Lê's defenses.
Kubota slips under a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Kubota misses the target.
Lê scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kubota misses with a hook to the body
and Lê connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kubota crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Lê - the referee stops the clock and Kubota gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Lê. Kubota manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Lê lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lê throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lê manages to avoid it.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lê works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lê misses the shot to the body.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Lê.
Lê misses with a two punch combination.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lê misses with a body shot.
Kubota chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lê can pounce on him.
Lê walks into a straight right hand from Kubota.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Lê checks it.
Lê lands with a nice body kick.
Lê has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kubota.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Lê throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kubota avoids it.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Lê throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throws a hook but Lê blocks it.#T1#
Lê tries to bum rush Kubota with a series of wild strikes but Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lê throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
A big left from Lê misses.
A clash of legs there as Kubota blocks the low kick.
Kubota takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nice defenses there by Lê.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Lê.
Kubota scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Lê does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lê doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota.
A head kick by Kubota misses
and Lê counters with a thumping low kick.
Lê defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lê throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota checks a leg kick nicely.
Lê throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lê wants to clinch.#T2#
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Lê moves out of range easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kubota.
Lê was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota is looking to slow Lê down with leg kicks.
Lê throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lê misses with a kick to the body
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lê throws out the jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lê.
Lê missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota misses with a body shot
and Lê counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lê throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota takes a swing at Lê's ribcage but misses.
Lê connects with a body shot.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Lê.
Kubota scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lê pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A left lands for Lê.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Quân Lê!
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight as a draw!

The fight ends as a draw!
Quân Lê retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands!

Event: NSC 42: Wolf vs Boston
Date: Jul 23, 2019

#R1#
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kubota throws a body kick that misses.
Clarks moves out of range of the body kick.
Kubota is looking to chop away at Clarks's legs.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Clarks.
Clarks avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Clarks 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.
Clarks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
A counter left hand to the body from Kubota misses its target.
Clarks looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Clarks throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Clarks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Clarks throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Clarks misses with a left hand
and Kubota makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Clarks's body. Clarks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Clarks throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota blocks a jab.
Kubota looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kubota walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Clarks.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kubota.
Kubota swings away with a body shot that misses
and Clarks counters with a nice leg kick.
Kubota keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Clarks checks a leg kick nicely.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Clarks.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kubota misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Clarks's sensitive parts.
Clarks takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kubota tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Clarks is able to avoid easily.
It seemed like Clarks was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kubota 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 Clarks has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Clarks and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Kubota is looking to wear down Clarks with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Clarks throws out the jab.
Clarks throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Kubota fires out a quick counter leg kick but Clarks just manages to avoid it.
Clarks might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T2#
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Clarks.
Clarks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota looks to land a left hand but Clarks moved out of range nicely.
Clarks changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Clarks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Clarks looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Clarks shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Clarks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Clarks looks for a takedown but Kubota sprawls well.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Elroy Clarks.
Kubota cracks Clarks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Clarks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Clarks looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A counter left hand to the body from Kubota misses its target.
Clarks checks the leg kick.
Clarks checks the leg kick.
Clarks misses the shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Good work by Clarks as he checks the leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Clarks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Clarks slips under a jab from Kubota.
Clarks jabs Kubota to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Clarks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Clarks.
Kubota doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Clarks cracks Kubota with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kubota works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kubota throws a low kick but it's checked well by Clarks.
A countering left hand to the body from Clarks misses.
Clarks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Clarks.
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Clarks saw that one coming.
Kubota lands a body shot.
Clarks throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota.
Jab from Clarks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Clarks misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Nice straight punches there by Clarks. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Clarks.
Clarks lands an overhand right.
Good shot there by Kubota.
Clarks misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kubota lands with a nice body punch.
Kubota feints and then cracks Clarks's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Clarks down.
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Clarks.
Clarks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kubota throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Clarks.
Kubota lands with a slapping head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Clarks takes one to the chin there.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kubota throws a body kick that misses.
Clarks pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Clarks fails with the takedown
and Kubota counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Clarks throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kubota.
A shot to the body from Kubota misses
and Kubota takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Clarks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Kubota lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Clarks has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kubota.
Clarks on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Clarks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kubota finds it's way round the side to connect with Clarks's head.
Kubota feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Clarkss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Clarks shoots in for a takedown but Kubota shows good takedown defense.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Clarks might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kubota has got the better of the exchanges.
A swing and a miss from Clarks.
Clarks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Clarks's shoulder, as Clarks tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Clarks misses with a wild combination.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Clarks off balance momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Clarks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Clarks throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Clarks.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Clarks can do to turn this around?
Clarks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
Clarks missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Clarks.
Kubota throws a head kick but Clarks moves out of range.
Kubota is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Clarks was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Clarks.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kubota stuffs the takedown attempt from Clarks. Clarks gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Clarks moved out of range.
Clarks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota works Clarks's body with a nice hook.
Clarks moves out of range as Kubota throws a body kick.
Kubota misses with a low kick. #T1#
Clarks throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Clarks slips a straight right by Kubota.
The fighters circling - Clarks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Clarks backs away, Kubota returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kubota takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Clarks avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Clarks fails with a takedown attempt.
Kubota explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Some bone on bone action there as Clarks checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Clarks looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Clarks fails to land with a series of punches.
Kubota lets loose with a powerful body kick. Clarks will feel that in the morning.
Clarks misses with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by Clarks.#T2#
Clarks takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Clarks's head back.
Clarks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota misses with a leg kick.
Clarks throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Clarks punishes Kubota's body with a nice straight punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Clarks misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Clarks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Clarks misses with a wild combination.
Kubota moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Clarks. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
It appears Kubota was looking to counter with a kick there.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Clarks.
Clarks is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kubota with a body shot.
Clarks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Clarks misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Elroy Clarks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kubota takes a swing at Clarks's ribcage but misses.

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 Takeru Kubota.
Well Kubota 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!

Takeru Kubota wins by unanimous decision!
Takeru Kubota 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: NSC 33: Twborg vs Wolf
Date: Jun 18, 2019

#R1#
Sagaki misses with an uppercut.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Kubota works Sagaki's body with a nice hook.
We've been hearing reports that Sagaki has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Kubota scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sagaki slips under a jab from Kubota.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sagaki moves away.
Kubota misses with a looping right.
Sagaki feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kubota checks a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
Kubota with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kubota fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sagaki looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sagaki lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sagaki slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota takes a swing at Sagaki's ribcage but misses.
Kubota throws a wild body kick that Sagaki sees coming a mile off.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sagaki moves out of range as Kubota throws a body kick.
Sagaki appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Sagaki ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice defenses there by Sagaki.
Kubota tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sagaki checks it well.
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota cracks Sagaki with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Kubota throws a hook but Sagaki blocks it.
Sagaki has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sagaki there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sagaki throws a front kick aimed at Kubota's knee but Kubota avoids it well.
Sagaki checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kubota motions for Sagaki to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nice shot by Kubota.
Kubota 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.
Kubota slips a straight right by Sagaki.
Sagaki misses with a low kick as Kubota jumps back.
Kubota throws a wild body kick that Sagaki sees coming a mile off.
Kubota checks the leg kick.
Kubota follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T2#
Some bone on bone action there as Sagaki checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Sagaki takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kubota scores with a nice strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A telegraphed right hand from Sagaki misses the target.
Kubota throws a hook but Sagaki avoids it easily.
Kubota tests Sagaki's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kubota lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sagaki at a distance.
Sagaki with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Good exchange - Kubota coming out on top.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Sagaki had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
Kubota lands a slapping body shot.
Sagaki on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sagaki misses with a low kick.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Sagaki moves out of range easily.
Sagaki looks for a takedown but Kubota sprawls well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Sagaki checks a low kick from Kubota.
Kubota connects with a looping right hand.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Sagaki might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Nice sprawl there from Kubota as Sagaki shoots in.
Kubota scores with a kick to the midsection.
Sagaki throws a low kick, looking for Kubota's leg but Kubota calmly moves out of range. #TD#
Sagaki gets a takedown into half guard.
Kubota wants to improve his position but Sagaki is controlling well.
Sagaki takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sagaki 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.
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. Sagaki connects with a nice short shot to Kubota's temple.
Sagaki landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Sagaki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kubota keeps working.
Kubota slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kubota looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sagaki is one step ahead there. #T1##SUB#
Sagaki drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kubota looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kubota looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kubota! #REVB#
Kubota has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Kubota prevents Sagaki from getting the reversal.
Kubota seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Sagaki is holding on tight.
Sagaki slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kubota is thwarting Sagaki's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Sagaki actively working from the bottom here.
Kubota wants to pass to mount but Sagaki is defending the position. #SUB#
Sagaki looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Sagaki manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Sagaki working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kubota doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kubota manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kubota tries to stand but Sagaki is controlling from the bottom.
Kubota preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Sagaki is looking for a triangle but Kubota pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Sagaki has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kubota can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Sagaki looking for subs off his back but Kubota has passed one foot through into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Kubota throws a wild body kick that Sagaki sees coming a mile off.
A left lands for Kubota.
A head kick misses from Sagaki.
Kubota lands with a slapping head kick.
Sagaki throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sagaki throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sagaki tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kubota is able to avoid easily.
Kubota shapes to counter with a head kick.
A jab from Kubota misses.
Sagaki shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kubota.
Sagaki drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kubota sprawls and moves away.
Kubota thumps Sagaki with a low kick.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kubota. Sagaki shrugs it off though.
Kubota throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota thumps Sagaki with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sagaki blocks a jab.#T1#
Sagaki throws a leg kick
and Kubota counters with a body kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sagaki.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sagaki wants to slow Kubota down by chopping away at his legs.
Kubota avoids the head kick by Sagaki.
Kubota swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sagaki.
Sagaki blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Sagaki is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Sagaki throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kubota jabs at Sagaki's body.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Kubota has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sagaki 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.
Sagaki throws a low kick but Kubota moves out of range easily. #T2#
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sagaki doesn't seem bothered though.
Kubota with a hook.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota misses with a jab to the body
and Sagaki counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kubota's knee momentarily.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Sagaki sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota.
Sagaki looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
A leg kick checked by Kubota.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota throws a low kick, looking for Sagaki's leg but Sagaki calmly moves out of range.
Kubota lands with a hook. Sagaki tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Kubota stuns Sagaki with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A jab from Kubota misses.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sagaki moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Kubota punishes Sagaki's body with a nice straight punch.
Sagaki misses with a leg kick.
Sagaki throws a body shot but no joy.
Sagaki fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kubota checks it well.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sagaki dives in for a single leg takedown but Kubota sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Sagaki throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota scores with a hook.
Sagaki on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
A swing and a miss from Sagaki.
Sagaki misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good leg kick by Kubota there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Sagaki chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sagaki.
Kubota raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Sagaki doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A good leg kick by Sagaki.
Sagaki uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota. #T1#
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
Kubota displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sagaki.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Sagaki moved out of range.
Kubota misses the jab.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kubota.
Sagaki closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sagaki takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kubota moves out of range as Sagaki strikes.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Sagaki throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sagaki throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sagaki has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
Kubota lands an overhand right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Sagaki moves out of range easily.
Sagaki throws a solid leg kick but Kubota takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Sagaki.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota tries to land a leg kick but Sagaki saw it coming and moves away.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Sagaki moved out of range.
Sagaki half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Sagaki's shoulder, as Sagaki tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sagaki takes a step back to recover.
Kubota throws a leg kick #TD#
and Sagaki counters with a nice double leg into side control. Kubota won't be happy with that.
Kubota bucks up and tries to throw Sagaki off but instead Sagaki has got his back!
Kubota is trying to get back to his feet but Sagaki has full control of the position and if anything, Kubota has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Sagaki lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Kubota. #SUB#
Kubota defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sagaki is punishing Kubota with strikes - can he finish him?!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Sagaki throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
A low kick from Kubota is predictable there
and Sagaki counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Kubota is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Takumi Sagaki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Sagaki on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Sagaki finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sagaki will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kubota keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota connects with a crisp jab.
Kubota cracks the inside of Sagaki's front leg.
Kubota stuffs the takedown.
Sagaki misses with a looping right.#T1#
Kubota throws a head kick that Sagaki semi-blocks.
Nice body kick there by Kubota.
Kubota lands with a nice body kick.
Sagaki fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takumi Sagaki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Sagaki goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Sagaki looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kubota lets loose with a powerful body kick. Sagaki will feel that in the morning.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sagaki's head.
Kubota punishes Sagaki's body with a nice straight punch.
Kubota jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sagaki scores with a jab.
Sagaki motions for Kubota to come forward. Sagaki throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sagaki misses with a low kick. #T2#
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sagaki's calf.
Sagaki walks into a left hand.
Kubota scores with a kick to the body.
Kubota is looking to slow Sagaki down with leg kicks.
Sagaki is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sagaki throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Sagaki misses with a takedown
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice shot lands for Kubota.
Sagaki shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kubota as he avoids it easily.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Kubota jabs Sagaki to the body, keeping him at a distance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kubota 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Takeru Kubota!

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

Event: TAFC: Fujimoto v Van Rooy
Date: May 11, 2019

#R1#
Morad blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Morad misses with a looping right.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kubota! But no joy.
Kubota drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kubota listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kubota fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kubota paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice shot lands for Morad.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Morad's leg. Morad is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Morad swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Morad.
Morad catches Kubota with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Morad moves out of range easily.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body
and Morad counters with a straight right hand.
Morad works Kubota's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Morad throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kubota.
Kubota connects with the punch.
Kubota steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Morad. That one must have hurt.
Morad tried to score with a low kick but Kubota checks it.
Morad slips a jab from Kubota.
Morad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Morad appears to be looking for a big counter.
Morad misses with a body shot.
Kubota throws out a counter right but Morad avoids it with no problem.
Morad throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota lands with a slapping head kick. #CL2#
Kubota gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Morad struggles to land a body shot inside as Kubota controls his hands.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Morad blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kubota.
Nice body punch from Kubota.
Morad doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kubota works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Morad blocks an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice left hand lands by Morad. #T2#
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Morad. #BC#
Morad's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kubota throws a low kick, looking for Morad's leg but Morad calmly moves out of range. #CL#
Morad gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Morad tries a body shot but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota pushes Morad back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Morad scores with a shoulder strike.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Morad misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Morad.
A short right from Kubota.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kubota.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Kubota lands a body shot in the clinch.
Morad stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kubota scores with a hook to the body.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Morad breaks the clinch.
Kubota throws a low kick but Morad moves out of range easily. #T3#
Kubota connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kubota connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Morad sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kubota lands with a nice body punch.
Kubota cracks Morad with a good jab.
Morad is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Morad takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Morad thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota avoids the body shot from Morad.
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Morad looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Morad loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
Morad throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and moves out of range.
Morad ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Morad fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kubota.
Morad checks a low kick from Kubota.
Morad wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kubota throws a leg kick
and Morad counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Morad sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Morad throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Morad connects with a crisp jab.
Kubota scores with a jab.
Kubota swings for the body but Morad moves out of range.
Morad moves out of range as Kubota throws a body kick.
Kubota thumps Morad with a low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota misses with an uppercut
and Morad counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Morad waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Kubota lands a slapping body shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Morad has managed to clinch.
Morad lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Kubota has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Morad seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kubota can turn it around.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Morad blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota tries a body shot but Morad blocks it.
Morad prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Morad softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Morad's elbow.
A short body shot lands from Kubota as the two fighters clinch.
Kubota lands a left hand that snaps the head of Morad backwards.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside.
Morad is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota lands a hook that snaps the head of Morad backwards.
Morad works on Kubota's body with a couple of short punches.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Morad lands a shoulder strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kubota throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kubota misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota tries to work over Morad's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short left from Morad. #BC#
Morad breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Good standup being displayed there by Kubota as he connects with a hook.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Kubota lands an overhand right.
Morad needs to keep his hands up - Kubota had a free shot at his head there.#CL2#
Kubota has Morad up against the cage in a clinch.
Kubota scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hook to the body lands for Kubota.
Morad swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota digs a right hand underneath Morad's ribcage. Morad let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Morad misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Morad throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Kubota presses Morad against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Morad throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota is trying to break the clinch but Morad has him pressed against the cage.
Kubota pushes Morad back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Morad blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Morad.
Morad misses with a body punch.
Morad lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kubota tries to throw a body punch but Morad avoids it by throwing Kubota back against the cage.
Morad lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Morad is working Kubota over against the cage.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Morad tries a body shot but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota tries to throw a body punch but Morad avoids it by throwing Kubota back against the cage.
Morad is trying to maintain a safe position but Kubota gets an underhook and turns Morad into the cage.
Kubota works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kubota misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Morad's elbow.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Morad.
Morad blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Takeru Kubota seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Morad blocks a body shot from Kubota.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Morad creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Morad breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A big left from Morad misses.
Nice body punch from Kubota.
Morad staying out of range there.
A quick step to the side and Morad tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
An inside leg kick from Morad misses.
Morad slips under a jab.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Morad swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Kubota to counter with a crisp jab.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
Morad fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Morad just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Morad punishes Kubota's body with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Morad on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota cracks the inside of Morad's front leg.
Morad tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Morad tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kubota is able to avoid easily.
Kubota catches Morad with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Morad.
Kubota digs a good hook to Morad's body.
Morad misses with a low kick.
Kubota throws a hook but Morad blocks it.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Morad fakes the leg kick and cracks Kubota in the body.
Kubota will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Morad.
Morad closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Morad.
Morad slips under a jab.
Morad was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Morad misses with a hook.
A low kick from Kubota is predictable there
and Morad counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Morad lands with a nice body punch.
Morad gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Morad's body. Morad takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kubota throws a lazy head kick
and Morad counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kubota jabs Morad to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Morad. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota connects with the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota checks the leg kick.
Kubota fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
Morad misses with an uppercut
letting Kubota counter with a right hand.
Kubota looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kubota misses with a hook.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Morad throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Morad throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Morad throws a body shot but no joy.
Morad keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Morad scores with a decent looking hook.
Kubota lands with a kick to the temple. Morad shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
The crowd cheers as Kubota lands an impressive looking overhand right. Morad doesn't seem phased though.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Morad fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kubota just manages to avoid it.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Kubota scores with a push kick.
Kubota scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kubota. That's going to slow Morad down.
Erran Morad has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kubota walks into a left hand.
Morad throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice defenses there by Morad.
Morad quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Kubota throws a head kick that half lands.
Kubota throws an off balance right hand
and Morad counters with an outside leg kick.
Kubota attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Morad scores with a nice right hand.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Nice defenses there by Morad.
A jab from Kubota does it's job there.
Morad is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Morad.
Kubota punishes Morad's body with a nice straight punch.
Morad scores with a leg kick.
Morad throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Morad cracks a nice hook into Kubota's ribs.
Morad closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Morad just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota slips a jab from Morad.
Kubota swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Morad.
Morad uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Morad throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Morad was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Morad looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Morad throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Morad ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Morad is looking to counter punch.
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Morad doesn't seem bothered though.
A jab from Morad misses.
Morad swats away the attempt to clinch by Kubota.
Morad throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.#T4#
Kubota walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Morad throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota avoids the head kick by Morad.
Morad takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A swing and a miss from Morad.
Kubota scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Morad fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Morad swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Morad looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota lands a jab to Morad's midsection.
Morad is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kubota feints and then cracks Morad's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Morad down.
Morad keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kubota 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 Topper Green scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota 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: TAFC: Mark v Ispa 2
Date: Apr 20, 2019

#R1#
Duanesboy moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota throws a hook but Duanesboy blocks it.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Duanesboy fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kubota.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Duanesboy just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
Duanesboy misses the jab.
Duanesboy throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota lets loose with a powerful body kick. Duanesboy will feel that in the morning.
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 left lands for Kubota.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Duanesboy misses with a straight left.
Duanesboy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kubota misses with a hook to the body
letting Duanesboy counter with a right hand.
Duanesboy throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Duanesboy checks it.
Duanesboy appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1#
Duanesboy lands with a cross. #CL#
Kubota tries to keep at a distance but Duanesboy has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Duanesboy.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Duanesboy has a couple of punches blocked by Kubota.
Duanesboy takes a shot to the head.
Duanesboy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Duanesboy misses with the head strike.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Duanesboy tries a body shot but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Duanesboy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota blocking some punches.
Duanesboy gets through Kubota's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Kubota.
Kubota lands an uppercut.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Duanesboy has a couple of punches blocked by Kubota. #BC2#
Kubota manages to break the clinch.
Duanesboy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blake Phoenix's Champion Factory in the buildup to the fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Duanesboy throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota. #T2#
Duanesboy misses with an uppercut.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Duanesboy slips the punch.
Kubota takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The fight stays on the outside here - Duanesboy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Duanesboy is looking to score with low kicks.
The crowd cheers as Kubota lands an impressive looking overhand right. Duanesboy doesn't seem phased though.
Duanesboy moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota.
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Duanesboy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Duanesboy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kubota throws a jab when Duanesboy was well out of range.
Kubota scores with a crisp jab that stopped Duanesboy in his tracks.
Duanesboy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Duanesboy is looking to counter punch.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Duanesboy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Duanesboy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Duanesboy slips a jab from Kubota.#T3#
Duanesboy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Duanesboy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kubota stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Duanesboy throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Duanesboy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Duanesboy misses with a looping right.
Kubota scores with a sloppy right hand. Duanesboy should have avoided that one.
Duanesboy lands with an overhand left.
Duanesboy throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Duanesboy takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Duanesboy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It seemed like Kubota was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Duanesboy's body.
Duanesboy walks into a stiff left hand from Kubota.
Duanesboy missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Duanesboy throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Duanesboy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Duanesboy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Duanesboy had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Duanesboy swats away the attempt to clinch by Kubota.#T4#
Kubota lands a jab to the head.
A jab from Kubota does it's job there.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Duanesboy slips the punch.
Duanesboy checks a leg kick.
Kubota has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Duanesboy with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Duanesboy doesn't seem bothered though.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kubota scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
Duanesboy throws a series of punches but Kubota avoids them all with ease.
Kubota slips under a jab from Duanesboy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Duanesboy throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota.
Duanesboy moves out of range as Kubota throws a body kick.
Duanesboy feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kubota's calf.
Kubota slips a jab from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy slips under a jab from Kubota.
It looked like Duanesboy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Duanesboy takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota slips a jab from Duanesboy.
Kubota misses with an uppercut
and Duanesboy counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Kubota throws the left hand but Duanesboy avoids the punch easily.
Duanesboy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota slips a straight right by Duanesboy.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Kubota fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Duanesboy checks it well.
Kubota throws a head kick but Duanesboy moves out of range.
Duanesboy moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Duanesboy's belly button to the back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duanesboy tries to work over Kubota's front leg with a kick but Kubota checks it.
Duanesboy loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
Kubota lands with a right hand.
Duanesboy throws a body shot but no joy.
Duanesboy checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kubota connects with a good right hand that stumbles Duanesboy. Duanesboy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
Duanesboy shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kubota only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Duanesboy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Duanesboy blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Duanesboy.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
Duanesboy lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Duanesboy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kubota rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Duanesboy counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota misses with an uppercut
and Duanesboy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kubota blocks a low kick nicely.
A solid leg kick lands there for Duanesboy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota is looking to clinch.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head. #T2#
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Duanesboy moves out of range easily.
Kubota walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Duanesboy moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Kubota checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Duanesboy tries to clinch there but Kubota circles away.
Kubota defending well as Duanesboy loads up on a big left hand.
Duanesboy lands a leg kick that knocks Kubota off balance momentarily.
Duanesboy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kubota paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Duanesboy throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Duanesboy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
Duanesboy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota flicks out a counter leg kick but Duanesboy steps away.
Kubota tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Duanesboy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab.
Duanesboy staying out of range there.
Duanesboy walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.
Duanesboy moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota. #T3#
Duanesboy swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range. #CL#
Duanesboy instigates a clinch.
A right hand to the body from Duanesboy.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Duanesboy gets through Kubota's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Duanesboy lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kubota lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Duanesboy on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Duanesboy lands with a right to the head.
Duanesboy 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.
Kubota is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Kubota lands a body punch.
Kubota 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!
Kubota misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Duanesboy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Duanesboy blocking some punches. #T4#
Duanesboy works on Kubota's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kubota.
Duanesboy lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Duanesboy lands a body shot in the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Kubota wants to break free but Duanesboy has control.
Duanesboy lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kubota or not.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Duanesboy scores with a shoulder strike.
Duanesboy is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Duanesboy tries a body shot but Kubota blocks it.
Duanesboy lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy digs a right hand underneath Kubota's ribcage. Kubota let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Duanesboy lands with a left to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Duanesboy controls the action.
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 Snake Duanesboy will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
A big right from Duanesboy misses. #CL#
Duanesboy has taken the fight to the clinch.
Duanesboy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Duanesboy misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Duanesboy lands with a left to the head.
Duanesboy tries to throw a body punch but Kubota avoids it by throwing Duanesboy back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Duanesboy scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Duanesboy.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Duanesboy lands a right hand.
Kubota lands a left hand.
Snake Duanesboy has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A body shot lands from Kubota.
A short right from Kubota on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kubota.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Kubota lands a body punch in the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Duanesboy tries to work over Kubota's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Duanesboy fails to land.
Duanesboy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Duanesboy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Kubota misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Duanesboy.
Duanesboy lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Duanesboy digs a right hand into Kubota's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kubota's gas tank.
A head punch on the inside from Duanesboy fails to land.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Duanesboy. #BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch.
Duanesboy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota tries to work over Duanesboy's front leg with a kick but Duanesboy checks it.
A little feinted left hand from Duanesboy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Duanesboy scores with a nice strike.
Duanesboy misses with a straight right.
Kubota tries to work over Duanesboy's front leg with a kick but Duanesboy checks it.
Duanesboy cracks a nice hook into Kubota's ribs.
A leg kick checked by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kubota finds it's way round the side to connect with Duanesboy's head.
Duanesboy lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T2#
Duanesboy misses with a straight left.
A jab from Duanesboy finds it's way through Kubota's defenses.
Kubota throws a hook but Duanesboy avoids it easily.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Duanesboy.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Duanesboy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Duanesboy feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Duanesboy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Duanesboy slips under a jab.#CL#
Duanesboy closes the distance and clinches.
Kubota can't break the clinch.
Duanesboy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Duanesboy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Duanesboy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Duanesboy controls the action.
Kubota blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
Good body shot from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy scores with a shot to the side of Kubota's head. #T3#
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Duanesboy lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kubota or not.
Kubota lands with a left to the head.
Duanesboy lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Duanesboy.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kubota.
Kubota throws a head punch that misses.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Duanesboy lands a hook to the side of the head.
Duanesboy misses with the head strike.
Duanesboy prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Kubota struggles to land a body shot inside as Duanesboy controls his hands.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Duanesboy works on Kubota's body with a couple of short punches.
A nice left hand lands by Duanesboy.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kubota.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Duanesboy throws a head punch that misses.
Duanesboy pushes Kubota back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T4#
Duanesboy working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Duanesboy blocks a body shot from Kubota.
Duanesboy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Duanesboy lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Duanesboy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Duanesboy throws a head punch that misses.
A right hook to the body lands for Duanesboy.
Kubota misses with some punches.
A short left from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kubota.
Duanesboy throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy cracks Kubota with a nice body shot.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy lands a shot to the body.
Kubota takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A short left from Duanesboy.
Kubota's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Duanesboy scores with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Snake Duanesboy clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Duanesboy connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Kubota takes one on the button.
Kubota tries to clinch up.
Duanesboy lands a jab to the nose.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Duanesboy moves away.
Duanesboy half committed to a counter leg kick.
Duanesboy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Duanesboy manages to avoid it.
Duanesboy lands with a nice body punch.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Donk. Duanesboy catches Kubota right on the button with a cross.
Duanesboy throws a body shot but no joy.
Duanesboy misses with a low kick as Kubota jumps back.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
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!
Duanesboy misses with a straight right.
Kubota swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Duanesboy pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Kubota is looking to land body kicks.
Duanesboy jabs Kubota to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Duanesboy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick
and Duanesboy makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot.
Kubota misses with a hook. Duanesboy ducked under it nicely.
Duanesboy throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Duanesboy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota tries to score with a low kick but Duanesboy moves his leg out of the way.
Duanesboy throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kubota works the jab nicely.
Duanesboy connects with an inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota throws a leg kick
letting Duanesboy counter with a right hand. #T2#
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Duanesboy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy misses with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Duanesboy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kubota, pushing him back against the cage.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Duanesboy has a couple of punches blocked by Kubota.
Duanesboy working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Duanesboy.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Duanesboy.
Kubota's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kubota wants to break the clinch but can't.
Duanesboy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kubota is trying to break free.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Kubota lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Duanesboy.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Duanesboy. #T3#
Duanesboy digs a right hand into Kubota's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kubota's gas tank.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Kubota struggles to land a body shot inside as Duanesboy controls his hands.
Duanesboy lands with a right to the head.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Duanesboy keeps control of Kubota as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Duanesboy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Duanesboy will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kubota up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Duanesboy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Duanesboy scores with a shot to the side of Kubota's head.
Kubota is working Duanesboy over against the cage.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Duanesboy.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Kubota. #T4#
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Duanesboy.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy cracks Kubota with a nice body shot.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Duanesboy blocks an uppercut.
Duanesboy lands a left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota is leaning against Duanesboy and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy working aggressively here.
Duanesboy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota lands with a short shot to the head.
Duanesboy misses with a body punch.
A short uppercut from Duanesboy.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Kubota is trying to push Duanesboy away but Duanesboy has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Duanesboy can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Snake Duanesboy will probably get the nod.
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#
Kubota lands a jab.
Duanesboy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
Kubota lands with a good body shot.
Kubota throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Duanesboy's head.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Duanesboy moves away.
Kubota misses with a lunging right hand
and Duanesboy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kubota thinking.
Kubota tries a low kick but Duanesboy avoids it.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Duanesboy's shoulder, as Duanesboy tries to avoid the shot.
Good leg kick by Duanesboy there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kubota cracks Duanesboy with an open hand slap.
A swing and a miss from Duanesboy.
Kubota takes a swing at Duanesboy's ribcage but misses.
Duanesboy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Duanesboy misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Duanesboy connects with a leg kick. Kubota looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Duanesboy throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Duanesboy throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Duanesboy is just out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Duanesboy 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kubota motions for Duanesboy to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Duanesboy wants to clinch.
Kubota takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kubota is looking to clinch.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Duanesboy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Duanesboy turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Duanesboy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Duanesboy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Duanesboy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Duanesboy connects with a nice looking jab.
Duanesboy misses with a straight right.
Duanesboy tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Duanesboy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kubota throws a body punch but Duanesboy moves out of range.
Snake Duanesboy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kubota misses with a jab to the body
and Duanesboy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Kubota misses.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Duanesboy slips the punch.
Duanesboy lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Duanesboy listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota thows a leg kick but Duanesboy checks it
and Duanesboy counters with a nice leg kick.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kubota takes a swing at Duanesboy's ribcage but misses.
Duanesboy misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Duanesboy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Duanesboy connects with a looping right hand.
Kubota tries to clinch but Duanesboy moves out of range.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Duanesboy blocks the body kick.
Duanesboy throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kubota 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 Duanesboy has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Duanesboy and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kubota getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Duanesboy lands a right hook to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Duanesboy blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Duanesboy avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick
and Duanesboy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Duanesboy blocks a leg kick.#T4#
Kubota takes a swing at Duanesboy's ribcage but misses.
A slow jab from Duanesboy misses its intended target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Duanesboy moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
Duanesboy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Duanesboy.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot.
Kubota lands with a straight right. Duanesboy didn't see that one coming.
Duanesboy lands a lovely overhand right.
Duanesboy throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Duanesboy jabs at Kubota's body.
Duanesboy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Duanesboy getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Duanesboy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Duanesboy moves out of range of the leg kick from Kubota.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Takeru Kubota.
I think Duanesboy has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 48:47
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 48:47
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 48:47

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

Event: TAFC: Fujimoto v Shorton
Date: Mar 30, 2019

#R1#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Morad swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Morad uses good head movement to avoid it.
Morad appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Morad's head back.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Morad takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kubota with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Morad takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Morad.
Morad just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota slips a jab from Morad.
Kubota scores with a sloppy right hand. Morad should have avoided that one.
Kubota takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Morad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Morad missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
Kubota has taken the fight to the clinch.
Morad takes a shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Morad fails to land.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Morad uses good head movement to avoid it.
Morad lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Morad. #T1#
Morad lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Morad misses with a hook from the clinch.
Morad prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Morad's coach down at Listerman's Club was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Morad's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Morad pushes Kubota back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Kubota misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Morad takes a shot to the head.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Morad controls the action.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Morad takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #BC#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice defenses there by Morad.
A countering left hand to the body from Morad misses.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Morad.
Morad is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kubota rather than just go for the knockout.
Morad misses with a body kick.
Some wild striking there from Morad.
Kubota lands the left hand.
Morad scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kubota in his tracks. #T2#
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Morad.
Good leg kick by Kubota there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kubota looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota with a hook.
Morad throws a right and a left that Kubota avoids nicely.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Morad sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Morad moves out of range easily.
Kubota stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
Kubota misses with a jab to the body
and Morad counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kubota thinking.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Morad manages to avoid it.
Morad moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota.
Morad thows a left - swing and a miss!
Morad connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A jab from Kubota finds it's way through Morad's defenses.
Kubota tests Morad's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kubota fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kubota takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Morad smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T3#
Morad lands with a thumping leg kick.
Morad misses with a looping right.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A big right from Morad misses.
Kubota is looking to counter with a body kick.
Morad looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Morad works over Kubota's head and body with a nice combination.
Kubota goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Morad finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Morad ducks right into an uppercut from Kubota.
Morad scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A big right from Morad misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kubota. That's going to slow Morad down.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kubota.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice shot by Kubota.
Kubota throws an off balance right hand
enabling Morad to counter with a crisp jab.
Morad tries to work over Kubota's front leg with a kick but Kubota checks it.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Morad looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
An inside leg kick from Morad misses. #T4#
Morad throws a poor cross that misses
and Kubota counters with an inside leg kick.
Kubota tries to clinch up.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota connects with a right hand. Morad shakes it off.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Morad was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Morad with a hook.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Morad's front leg but catches the back leg as Morad tries to avoid it.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Morad.
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Morad moves out of range as Kubota throws a body kick.
Morad slips a jab from Kubota.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Morad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Morad thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Morad lands a jab-cross combination.
A clash of legs there as Kubota blocks the low kick.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Morad throws out the jab.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Morad.
Morad throws a big shot that misses.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Morad feints and then cracks Kubota's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kubota down.
No joy there for Morad, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kubota is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kubota swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Kubota wants to land a leg kick but Morad is out of range.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.
Morad misses with a hook.
A quick step to the side and Kubota tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL#
Kubota rushes Morad and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Morad moves out of range of the leg kick from Kubota.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Morad uses good head movement to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota scores with a hook.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Morad takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Morad on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Morad will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Morad moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Morad was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Morad.
Kubota jabs Morad to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Morad's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Morad cracks Kubota with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kubota feints and then cracks Morad's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Morad down.
A chopping leg kick lands by Morad.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
A low kick from Kubota is predictable there
and Morad counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Morad moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
It seemed like Morad was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Morad blocks a jab.
Morad uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kubota.
Morad staying out of range there.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Morad. #T2#
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota lands a jab to the nose.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kubota throws a lazy head kick
and Morad counters with a thumping low kick. #CL#
Kubota has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Morad breaks from the clinch.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Morad.
Morad uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Morad lands a nice shot that snaps Kubota's head back.
Kubota will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Morad lands with a hook. Kubota tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kubota darts in trying to clinch
and Morad counters with a low kick, right behind Kubota 's knee.
Kubota is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Morad throws out a counter right but Kubota avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Morad moves out of range as Kubota throws a body kick.
A low kick from Kubota is predictable there
letting Morad counter with a right hand.
Morad checks a low kick from Kubota.
Kubota looks to throw a body kick
and Morad counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A punch combination from Morad misses.
Morad misses with a straight left.
Kubota throwing a counter right hand but Morad manages to avoid it.
Morad's corner calls for a 1-2. Morad obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Morad steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Morad misses the jab.
Kubota is looking to clinch.
Morad let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Morad.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Morad uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Morad.
Morad tries a low kick but Kubota avoids it.
Morad punishes Kubota's body with a nice straight punch.
Nice cross by Morad.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota cracks Morad with an open hand slap.
Kubota throws a chopping leg kick but Morad manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Morad moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota.
Kubota lands a nice looking body shot.
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Morad in the body.
Kubota checks a low kick from Morad.
Morad pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Morad doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Morad is looking to chop away at Kubota's legs.
Morad throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Morad thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota tried to counter with a leg kick but Morad avoided it.
Kubota walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Morad does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Morad avoids a kick to the body.
No joy there for Morad, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Morad moves into range and connects with a jab.
Morad throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Takeru Kubota will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Morad lands a jab to the nose.
Kubota moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Morad's leg. Morad is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kubota misses the jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kubota. That's going to slow Morad down.
Kubota tries to clinch up but Morad circles away and keeps his distance.
Morad appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Morad takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Morad.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Morad saw that one coming.
It seemed like Morad was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kubota tries to close the distance and clinch up but Morad swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kubota misses with a looping right.
Kubota showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Morad.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Morad steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kubota. That one must have hurt.#T1#
Morad throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
It looked like Kubota wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kubota closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Morad looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kubota looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kubota lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Morad lands with a shot to the body.
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Morad doesn't seem bothered though.
Morad checks the leg kick nicely there.
Morad throws a series of punches but Kubota avoids them all with ease.
Kubota slips a straight right by Morad.
Morad fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kubota looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kubota moves out of range as Morad strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morad throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Morad. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota is looking to slow Morad down with leg kicks.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Morad throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota tries to clinch up.
Morad fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Kubota looks to land a body kick but Morad moved away.
Despite the aggression on Morad's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kubota connects with a looping right hand. #CL#
Kubota drives through and clinches with Morad against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Kubota.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Morad controls the action.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Morad can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Morad lands an uppercut.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Morad.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Morad controls the action. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Morad. #BC#
Kubota manages to break the clinch.
Kubota tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Morad counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Morad is out of range.
Morad has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kubota.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Morad throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Morad scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kubota in his tracks.
Morad throws a right hand that Kubota ducks under and follows up with a left that Kubota also avoids with ease.
Morad feints a jab promting Kubota to slip. Morad then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kubota slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Morad is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Morad throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Kubota moves into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A left hand lands to the body for Kubota.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Morad. #T4#
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kubota looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Morad fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kubota on the side of the head.
A low kick from Kubota misses
and Morad counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Morad moves away.
Morad looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Morad pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kubota doesn't manage to clinch there - Morad circles away.
Morad avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Morad loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
Nice body kick there by Kubota.
Morad slips a straight right by Kubota.
Morad dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Morad throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Takeru Kubota did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Kubota throws a low kick but Morad avoids it.
Kubota getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Morad keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota throws a front kick that sends Morad stumbling back into the cage.
Morad throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Morad with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kubota to score with a decent uppercut.
Morad misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Morad takes one on the button.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Morad throws a series of punches but Kubota avoids them all with ease.
Kubota throws the left hand but Morad avoids the punch easily.
Morad misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morad slips a jab from Kubota.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Morad looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Morad on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Morad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota. #T1#
Kubota clobbers Morad with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Morad blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Morad looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Morad throws a big shot that misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Kubota misses the target.
Morad is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Morad walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Morad misses with a hook.
Morad digs a good body shot into Kubota's ribs.
Morad lands a jab-cross combination. #CL#
Kubota closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Morad.
Takeru Kubota has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Kubota manages to break the clinch.
Morad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And Kubota counters with a quick kick to the body but Morad blocks it.
Morad 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Morad moved out of range.
It seemed like Morad was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Morad is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Morad finds it's way round the side to connect with Kubota's head.
Kubota tries to score with a low kick but Morad moves his leg out of the way.
Morad throws a big shot that misses.
Morad moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Morad slips the punch.
Nice uppercut lands for Morad. That snapped Kubota's head back.
Kubota lets loose with a powerful body kick. Morad will feel that in the morning.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Morad moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Morad throws out a powerful jab.
Morad has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Morad.
A leg kick checked by Morad.
Morad throws a leg kick which misses Kubota's front leg but catches the back leg as Kubota tries to avoid it.
Morad just misses with a punch to the body.
Morad uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.#T3#
A thudding body kick lands there by Kubota!
Morad throws a body kick that misses.
Morad takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota's corner calls for a 1-2. Kubota obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A jab from Morad misses.
Kubota appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Morad takes one to the side of the head.
Morad scores with a sloppy right hand. Kubota should have avoided that one.
Kubota feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Morads jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Morad on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Morad appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Morad finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Morad keeps the fight on the outside.
Kubota works the jab nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Morad misses with an uppercut.
Morad swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Morad sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Morad checks a leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Kubota scores with a hook.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Morad throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Morad throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Morad thows a left - swing and a miss!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kubota checks a leg kick.
Morad walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.
Kubota tests Morad's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Morad needs to keep his hands up - Kubota had a free shot at his head there.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Morad.
Kubota lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Morad at a distance.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota had his way with Erran Morad in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R5#
A jab from Morad finds it's way through Kubota's defenses. #CL#
Kubota moves into the clinch successfully.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Morad.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Morad lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kubota makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kubota softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Morad lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC2#
Morad pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Morad blocks a jab.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kubota showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Morad.
A telegraphed right hand from Morad misses the target.
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!
Kubota looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Morad shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Morad ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Morad throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
A quick step to the side and Kubota tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good work by Morad as he checks the leg kick.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Morad sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota digs a good body shot into Morad's ribs.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Morad sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Morad ducks right into an uppercut from Kubota.
Morad takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kubota throws a lazy head kick
and Morad counters with a straight right hand.
Morad steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota swings for the body but Morad moves out of range.
Morad on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Kubota lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Erran Morad has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Morad on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kubota moves out of range as Morad strikes.
Morad throws a big shot that misses.
Kubota 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.
Morad takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Morad moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Kubota paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kubota pushes Morad away with a front kick.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Morad's shoulder, as Morad tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota tries to land a front kick but Morad steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Morad looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Kubota scores with a decent looking hook.
Nice body punch from Kubota.
A telegraphed right hand from Morad misses the target. #T3#
Morad ducks right into an uppercut from Kubota.
Kubota checks a leg kick nicely.
Morad takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Morad can do to turn this around?
Morad throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Kubota misses the target.
Kubota works Morad's body with a nice hook.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Morad misses with an attempted mid kick.
A lazy left from Kubota finds it's target.
Morad wants to land a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Morad keeps the fight on the outside.
A head kick misses from Morad.
Morad throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Morad throws a low kick but Kubota avoids it.
Morad looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Morad takes one to the chin there.
Kubota lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Morad fails to land with a series of punches.
Morad lands a nice shot that snaps Kubota's head back.
Kubota fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kubota clobbers Morad with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kubota scores with a crisp jab that stopped Morad in his tracks.
Morad throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Jab by Kubota.
Morad looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kubota 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 50:45
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 50:46
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota retains his bantamweight title!
Takeru Kubota 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: TAFC: Avisu Kona v Fujimoto
Date: Mar 09, 2019

#R1#
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Carlitto tries to work over Kubota's front leg with a kick but Kubota checks it.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Carlitto's head back.
Carlitto wants to land a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Carlitto throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Carlitto has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Carlitto doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kubota scores with a head kick.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Carlitto avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Carlitto's calf.
Carlitto shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Nice cross by Carlitto.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota cracks Carlitto with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Carlitto misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Carlitto moves out of range easily.
Kubota gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Carlitto ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota throws a hook but Carlitto blocks it.
Kubota lands a body shot.
Carlitto scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Carlitto swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Carlitto ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.#T1#
A leg kick checked by Kubota.
Kubota throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Carlitto digs a good hook to Kubota's body.
Carlitto throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Carlitto throws a big shot that misses.
Some wild striking there from Carlitto.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Carlitto.
Kubota throwing a counter right hand but Carlitto manages to avoid it.
Kubota throws a body punch but Carlitto moves out of range.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Carlitto's head.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Carlitto.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota jabs at Carlitto's body.
Kubota checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kubota listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Carlitto lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Carlitto's front leg but catches the back leg as Carlitto tries to avoid it.
Kubota scores with a jab. Carlitto acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kubota looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
Carlitto misses with a wild body shot.
Carlitto misses the jab.
Carlitto throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota lands a lovely overhand right.
Carlitto lands a nice hook to Kubota's body. Kubota takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Carlitto misses with a body kick.
Carlitto throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A jab from Carlitto finds it's way through Kubota's defenses.
Kubota catches Carlitto with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kubota throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Carlitto moves out of range easily.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Carlitto.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kubota.
Carlitto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
Kubota sizes up Carlitto with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Carlitto slips the punch.#T3#
Kubota moves away from the strike by Carlitto.
Carlitto takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Carlitto throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Carlitto chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kubota tests Carlitto's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Carlitto takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kubota moves out of range as Carlitto throws a body kick.
Carlitto misses with an uppercut
and Kubota counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Carlitto does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Carlitto finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Carlitto ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Carlitto has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Carlitto there as he acknowledges the shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Carlitto misses the target.
Carlitto misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Carlitto misses the target.
Carlitto tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Carlitto.
A big left from Carlitto misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Kubota misses the target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Carlitto on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T4#
Carlitto tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Carlitto throws a leg kick but Kubota sees it coming and moves out of range.
Carlitto pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Carlitto fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kubota sizes up Carlitto with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Carlitto throws a good cross that connects.
Carlitto rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kubota moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kubota feints and then cracks Carlitto's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Carlitto down.
Carlitto avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Carlitto throws a leg kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota fails in his attempt to clinch.
Carlitto scores with a shot to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota works Carlitto's body with a nice hook.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota connects with a crisp jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Carlitto loads up on a big right hand but Kubota slips the punch.
Kubota connects with the punch.
Carlitto looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Carlitto missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Carlitto misses with a series of wild punches.
Carlitto connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kubota scores with a nice body kick.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Carlitto can do to turn this around?
Carlitto misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kubota - that will leave a mark!
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Carlitto might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kubota has got the better of the exchanges.
Kubota connects with a jab.
Carlitto tries to work over Kubota's front leg with a kick but Kubota checks it.
Kubota lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota throws a jab when Carlitto was well out of range.
Kubota takes one to the chin there.
Carlitto shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
Carlitto misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Kubota lands a nice shot that snaps Carlitto's head back. #CL#
Kubota has Carlitto up against the cage in a clinch.
Kubota pushes Carlitto back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Carlitto.
Kubota blocks an elbow strike.#BC2#
Carlitto breaks the clinch.
Carlitto throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Carlitto doesn't seem bothered though.
Kubota with a hook.
Carlitto's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Carlitto takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A left lands for Kubota.
Carlitto has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Carlitto takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Carlitto doesn't seem bothered though.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kubota cracks Carlitto with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kubota throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Carlitto takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CL#
Kubota clinches.
Kubota throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Carlittos head. #T2#
Carlitto blocks a body shot from Kubota.
A hook to the body from Kubota.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Carlitto.
Nice body punch from Kubota.
Carlitto is breathing heavily.
Kubota lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kubota lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kubota lands an uppercut.
Carlitto trying to control the position but instead, Kubota has worked for underhooks and has pushed Carlitto into the cage.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice jab there from Kubota.
Kubota with a nice cross.
Kubota wants to clinch up but Carlitto keeps it at a distance.
Carlitto throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.#T3#
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Carlitto.
Kubota thinks about countering with a body kick.
Carlitto misses with a double jab
and Carlitto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Good shot there by Kubota.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Carlitto in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Carlitto misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Carlitto stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota lands a glancing blow to the side of Carlitto's head.
Carlitto takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kubota tries to clinch up but Carlitto circles away and keeps his distance.
Carlitto looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Carlitto on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Carlitto takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The fighters circling - Carlitto throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice shot by Kubota.
Carlitto throws a head kick that misses
enabling Kubota to counter with a crisp jab.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Carlitto swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Kubota lands with a hook. Carlitto tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kubota takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota scores with a nice body kick.
Carlitto takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Kubota scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Carlitto throws a right hand that misses
and Kubota counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Carlitto avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Carlitto walks into a jab.
Carlitto swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Carlitto lunges at Kubota with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kubota's hand.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kubota's corner calls for a 1-2. Kubota obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota works the jab nicely.
Kubota connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Carlitto throws out the jab.
Carlitto takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Carlitto.
A quick step to the side and Kubota tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota slips under a jab from Carlitto.
Kubota swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kubota staying out of range there.
Carlitto swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Kubota to counter with a crisp jab.
Kubota tries to move into range but Carlitto moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Carlitto swats away the attempt to clinch by Kubota.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kubota. Carlitto shrugs it off though.
Kubota fails in his attempt to clinch.
Carlitto walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T1#
Nice shot lands for Kubota.
Carlitto shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Kubota eats them both and turns towards Carlitto to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Carlitto just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Carlitto swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Carlitto takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Carlitto takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Carlitto takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Kubota as he connects with a hook.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Carlitto.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kubota lands the left hand.
Kubota checks the leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota lands with an uppercut that bounces Carlitto off the cage and back into range.
Kubota slips under a jab from Carlitto.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice body punch from Kubota.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2#
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Kubota 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.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Carlitto lands with an uppercut that bounces Kubota off the cage and back into range.
Kubota scores with a nice strike.
Kubota staying out of range there.
Carlitto jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Carlitto misses with a straight right.
Kubota lands a head shot.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Carlitto walks into a straight right hand from Kubota.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Carlitto.
Carlitto with a nice cross.
Donk. Kubota catches Carlitto right on the button with a cross.#T3#
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Carlitto's belly button to the back.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Carlitto's body.
Kubota slips a straight right by Carlitto.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Kubota lands a slapping body shot.
Kubota's jab looks to have found its range, popping Carlitto under the eye.
Kubota lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Carlitto throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kubota with a jab.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Carlitto's calf.
Carlitto has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.
Kubota lands a glancing blow to the side of Carlitto's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Carlitto moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Carlitto takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kubota connects with a crisp jab.
Kubota tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Carlitto paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kubota scores with a crisp jab that stopped Carlitto in his tracks.
Kubota throws a lazy uppercut
and Carlitto connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4##CL#
Kubota forces Carlitto back against the cage and clinches.
Carlitto tries a body shot but Kubota blocks it.
Carlitto working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Carlitto pushes Kubota back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Carlitto's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kubota throws a head kick but Carlitto moves out of range.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Carlitto.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota thuds his shin into the meat of Carlitto's side.
Carlitto moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota throws a nice head kick!
Carlitto tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Carlitto.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kubota connects with a good right hand that stumbles Carlitto. Carlitto circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Carlitto off balance momentarily.
Carlitto 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.
A telegraphed right hand from Carlitto misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Carlitto drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kubota lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Carlitto walks into a jab.
Kubota throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Carlitto fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota works the jab nicely.
Kubota catches Carlitto with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kubota lands with a nice body punch.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Carlitto.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Carlitto wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Carlitto pulls out of a head kick attempt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Carlitto.
Carlitto has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kubota.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Carlitto stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Kubota throws a head kick but Carlitto moves out of range. #T1#
Kubota is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Carlitto misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Carlitto throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Carlitto.
Kubota appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Carlitto is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Carlitto does a little dance to reset his feet.
Carlitto missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota scores with a hook to the body. Carlitto takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Carlitto doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Carlitto misses with a right hand
and Kubota cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Carlitto pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A slow jab from Carlitto misses its intended target.
Carlitto sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Carlitto takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Carlitto takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kubota getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Carlitto throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Carlitto misses with a body shot.
Carlitto throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota scores with a hook to the body. Carlitto takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kubota lands a head shot.#CL#
Kubota closes the distance and clinches.
Kubota stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kubota misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike.
Carlitto looking to stall.
Kubota lands with a right to the head.
Kubota struggles to land a body shot inside as Carlitto controls his hands.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Carlitto backwards.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Kubota scores with a hook to the body.#T3#
Kubota throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Carlittos head.
Carlitto misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Carlitto breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Carlitto with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kubota to score with a decent uppercut.
Kubota connects with a right hand. Carlitto shakes it off.
Carlitto looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Carlitto takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#CL#
Carlitto tries to keep at a distance but Kubota has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Kubota pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Carlitto throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Carlitto misses with a jab, cross combination.
A big left from Carlitto misses.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota throws a body punch but Carlitto moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota lands with a nice body kick.
Carlitto takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T4#
Carlitto throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota cracks the inside of Carlitto's front leg.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
Carlitto looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Kubota lands with a straight right. Carlitto didn't see that one coming.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
Carlitto misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Carlitto misses with a straight left.
Kubota's corner calls for a 1-2. Kubota obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A shot to the liver by Kubota. Beautiful body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Carlitto takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kubota misses the jab.
Carlitto needs to keep his hands up - Kubota had a free shot at his head there.
Kubota digs a good body shot into Carlitto's ribs.
Kubota takes a body punch but keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota had his way with Diego Carlitto in that round.
That's time! Kubota's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Carlitto moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
Carlitto misses with a straight left.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Carlitto's leg. Carlitto is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kubota scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kubota scores with the left hand. Carlitto knows he should have avoided that one.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Carlitto's leg. Carlitto is trying to keep his angry face on.
Carlitto ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Carlitto throws out a counter right but Kubota avoids it with no problem.
Kubota scores with a crisp jab that stopped Carlitto in his tracks.
Carlitto takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A leg kick checked by Kubota.
Kubota scores with a head kick. Carlitto tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Carlitto's shoulder, as Carlitto tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota scores with a kick to the midsection.
Carlitto misses with a looping left.#T1#
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Carlitto's calf.
Carlitto misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota throws a hook but Carlitto avoids it easily.
Kubota lands a head kick. Carlitto smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nice defenses there by Carlitto.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota staying out of range there.
Carlitto throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota cracks Carlitto with an open hand slap.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Carlitto.
Carlitto is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kubota!
Carlitto doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Carlitto tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Carlitto.
Carlitto throws a good cross that connects.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota connects with a looping right hand. #T2##CL#
Kubota forces Carlitto back against the cage and clinches.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Carlitto.
Kubota scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Carlitto works on Kubota's body with a couple of short punches.
Kubota blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Carlitto's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Carlitto tries a knee to the head but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota works on Carlitto's body with a couple of short punches.
Carlitto is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#BC2#
Carlitto's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Carlitto misses with a hook.
Carlitto lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kubota circles away quickly and effectively.
Kubota throws a head kick that half lands.
Carlitto looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Carlitto throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Carlitto throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Carlitto misses the shot to the body.
Kubota plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T3#
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Carlitto takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Carlitto. That did some damage!
Kubota bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kubota lands a jab to the head.
Carlitto throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Carlitto misses with a wild combination.
Carlitto throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jab from Kubota.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Carlitto.
Kubota appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Carlitto tries to bum rush Kubota with a series of wild strikes but Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Carlitto moves away.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Carlitto.
Carlitto takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota moves out of range as Carlitto strikes.#T4#
Carlitto misses with an uppercut.
It looked like Kubota wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Carlitto throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Carlitto throws a low kick, looking for Kubota's leg but Kubota calmly moves out of range.
Kubota checks a leg kick nicely.
Kubota checks a low kick from Carlitto.
Kubota delivers a nice body kick.
Kubota slips a straight right by Carlitto.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Carlitto's calf.
Kubota 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.
Carlitto misses with a low kick as Kubota jumps back.
Carlitto jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Carlitto walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Good exchange - Kubota coming out on top.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Carlitto misses with a straight left.
Carlitto walks into a jab.
Diego Carlitto has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Donk. Carlitto catches Kubota right on the button with a cross.
Carlitto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kubota 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 50:45
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 50:45
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota retains his bantamweight title!
Takeru Kubota was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
The defeated Diego Carlitto had this to say: 'I'm crushed right now, but i have a fire in my gut. I will get my belt back. Mark my words.'.

Event: TAFC: Kubota v Jaroslav
Date: Feb 17, 2019

#R1#
Jaroslav chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Jaroslav ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Kubota works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kubota feints and then cracks Jaroslav's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jaroslav down.
Jaroslav moves forwards but Kubota connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jaroslav misses the shot to the body.
Kubota throws a head kick but Jaroslav moves out of range.
Kubota blocks a leg kick.
The crowd cheers as Jaroslav lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kubota doesn't seem phased though.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jaroslav slips under a jab from Kubota.
Jaroslav moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A big left from Jaroslav misses.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Jaroslav.
A big left from Jaroslav misses.
Jaroslav throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Jaroslav throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jaroslav was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jaroslav 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.
Jaroslav fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Jaroslav was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Jaroslav throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A clash of legs there as Kubota blocks the low kick.
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
A jab from Kubota finds it's way through Jaroslav's defenses.
Jaroslav uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Jaroslav pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jaroslav changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kubota tries to avoid it but Jaroslav manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kubota to the ground. Kubota escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kubota looks to land a body kick but Jaroslav moved away.
Kubota avoids a kick to the body.
Jaroslav misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Jaroslav misses the jab.
Jaroslav avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Jaroslav lands a head shot.
Jaroslav's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kubota connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jaroslav scrambles back to his feet.
Kubota motions for Jaroslav to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
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 cross by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kubota.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Jaroslav swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kubota digs a good hook to Jaroslav's body. #T2#
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jaroslav.
Kubota lands with a slapping head kick.
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
Kubota lands a head shot.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kubota misses the jab.
Jaroslav stuns Kubota with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Jaroslav blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Jaroslav misses the shot to the body.
Jaroslav turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Kubota.
The fighters circling - Jaroslav throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kubota throws the left hand but Jaroslav avoids the punch easily.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jaroslav dives in and grabs Kubota's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kubota pushes down on Jaroslav's head and hops out.
Kubota goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kubota checks a low kick from Jaroslav.
Good standup being displayed there by Jaroslav as he connects with a hook.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Jaroslav moved away.#T3#
Jaroslav takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jaroslav takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kubota will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota misses with a head kick. #CL#
Kubota tries to keep at a distance but Jaroslav has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jaroslav tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kubota's elbow.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jaroslav doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jaroslav misses with a punch on the inside.
Jaroslav misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Jaroslav lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Jaroslav lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Jaroslav swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Kubota lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jaroslav backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jaroslav presses Kubota against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jaroslav lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jaroslav's elbow.
Jaroslav blocking some punches.
Kubota takes a shot to the head.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jaroslav tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kubota smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Felix Jaroslav. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jaroslav throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kubota checks a leg kick.
Jaroslav takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Jaroslav scores with a hook to the body. Kubota takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Some bone on bone action there as Jaroslav checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A bone on bone clash there as Jaroslav blocks the leg kick.
Jaroslav thows a leg kick but Kubota checks it
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jaroslav lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kubota will feel that in the morning.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Jaroslav's hands.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
Jaroslav throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Jaroslav's shoulder, as Jaroslav tries to avoid the shot.
Jaroslav blocks the body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Jaroslav on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Good work by Jaroslav as he checks the leg kick.
Kubota throws a chopping leg kick but Jaroslav manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jaroslav.
Jaroslav tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kubota swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jaroslav keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jaroslav went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kubota misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
Jaroslav avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kubota takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jaroslav throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jaroslav connects with the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jaroslav tests Kubota's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jaroslav misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Kubota has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jaroslav 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 crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Jaroslav was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Jaroslav connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Jaroslav lands with an uppercut that bounces Kubota off the cage and back into range.#TD#
Kubota tries to sprawl but Jaroslav drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Jaroslav is pressing down on Kubota's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kubota is holding on for now.
Kubota is looking for a sweep. Jaroslav is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Jaroslav is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kubota defends it well.
Kubota tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Jaroslav has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Jaroslav trying to control but Kubota is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Kubota wants to hold on but Jaroslav pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jaroslav mounts Kubota! Really nice guard pass there!
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!
Jaroslav fails to move to back control.
Jaroslav prevents Kubota from getting the reversal.#T3#
Jaroslav wants to control the pace but Kubota is squirming around nicely.
Kubota regains half guard.
Jaroslav is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Kubota is defending against the submission attempts here by Jaroslav. #SUB#
Jaroslav is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Kubota makes his way to full guard, as Jaroslav worked for a kimura.
Jaroslav trying to control the position from guard on top but Kubota is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jaroslav advances to half guard.
Jaroslav trying to mount his opponent but Kubota defends it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kubota moves into full guard.
Jaroslav passes Kubota's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Felix Jaroslav dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Jaroslav connects with a body shot.
Jaroslav uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kubota avoids the head kick by Jaroslav.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Jaroslav's front leg but catches the back leg as Jaroslav tries to avoid it.
Jaroslav moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kubota scores with a jab. Jaroslav acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Jaroslav tests Kubota's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body
and Jaroslav counters with a slapping leg kick.
Jaroslav looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Kubota lands a jab to the nose.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota throws a leg kick but Jaroslav moved away.
As Kubota backs away, Jaroslav returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kubota slips a jab and a cross from Jaroslav.
A big right from Jaroslav misses.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Jaroslav moves out of range easily.
Jaroslav keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jaroslav is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jaroslav misses with a straight right.
Jaroslav pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jaroslav fails with a takedown attempt.
Kubota swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jaroslav displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Jaroslav lands an overhand right.
Jaroslav on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Jaroslav moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota.
Jaroslav dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kubota. That did some damage!
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Jaroslav moves out of range easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jaroslav.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Jaroslav uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jaroslav uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kubota.
Jaroslav avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota misses with a low kick. #T2#
Jaroslav fails with the takedown.
Kubota throws a push kick but Jaroslav slaps the foot to one side.
Jaroslav throws a body shot but no joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota lands a jab to the head.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Jaroslav.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Felix Jaroslav. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Good leg kick by Kubota there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick which misses Kubota's front leg but catches the back leg as Kubota tries to avoid it.
Nice shot by Kubota.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jaroslav manages to avoid it.
Kubota looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T3#
Jaroslav stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Kubota pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jaroslav is out of range and Kubota settles back down.
A bone on bone clash there as Kubota blocks the leg kick.
Kubota defending well as Jaroslav loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jaroslav throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jaroslav scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kubota tries to work over Jaroslav's front leg with a kick but Jaroslav checks it.
Kubota 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.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jaroslav. That did some damage!
Jaroslav lands with a good body shot.
Kubota gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jaroslav.
A head kick from Kubota lands but Jaroslav takes it in his stride. #TD#
Jaroslav changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kubota looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
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!
Kubota stops Jaroslav from passing to mount. #T4#
Kubota is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Jaroslav works to advance to full mount. Kubota defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SUB#
Jaroslav jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Kubota is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Kubota and Jaroslav has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Kubota is not content to let Jaroslav control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Takeru Kubota just about did enough to take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Kubota cracks Jaroslav with a good jab.
Kubota takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jaroslav tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kubota is able to avoid easily.
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jaroslav jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kubota lands a lovely overhand right.
Jaroslav walks into a stiff left hand from Kubota.
Jaroslav shoots in looking for a takedown. Kubota tries to sprawl out of it but Jaroslav keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kubota manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kubota works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota.
Jaroslav connects with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A chopping leg kick lands by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.#T1#
Kubota throws a leg kick that misses.
Jaroslav takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jaroslav.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jaroslav moves away.
A jab from Kubota does it's job there.
Jaroslav tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kubota is able to avoid easily.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
Jaroslav slips under a jab.
Jaroslav tries to counter by clinching up but Kubota breaks away and moves out of range.
Jaroslav slips a jab from Kubota.
Jaroslav fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kubota.
Kubota swings away with a body shot that misses #CL#
and Jaroslav holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kubota misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside. #TD#
Jaroslav drags the fight down to the ground.
Jaroslav can't keep his opponent in guard - Kubota advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jaroslav regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kubota trying to control the position from guard on top but Jaroslav is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jaroslav looking to control.
Kubota trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Jaroslav looking for a guillotine here but Kubota defends easily.
Jaroslav keeping moving, preventing Kubota from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Jaroslav is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3#
Kubota tries to free his leg and advance position but Jaroslav is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Jaroslav is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Kubota avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kubota tries to free his leg and advance position but Jaroslav is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Jaroslav has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kubota can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Jaroslav controlling the position.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kubota pushing down on Jaroslav's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kubota tries to stand but can't do so whilst Jaroslav controls his leg.
Kubota is looking to advance position but Jaroslav won't allow it. #SUB#
Jaroslav looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kubota wants to control but Jaroslav is keeping him busy.
Kubota is pressing down on Jaroslav's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jaroslav is holding on for now.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Jaroslav wants to control but Kubota is keeping busy and won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Jaroslav in the body.
Jaroslav getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jaroslav throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota throws out a counter right but Jaroslav avoids it with no problem.
Kubota scores with a hook.
The fighters circling - Jaroslav throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota throws a fast counter high kick but Jaroslav manages to duck under it in time.
Jaroslav misses with a body shot.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Jaroslav sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kubota digs a good hook to Jaroslav's body.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from Jaroslav on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jaroslav staying out of range there.
Jaroslav connects with a looping right hand. #CL#
Jaroslav has managed to clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jaroslav blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Jaroslav blocking some punches.
Jaroslav doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kubota working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jaroslav misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kubota.
Kubota lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jaroslav backwards.
Jaroslav misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Kubota.
Kubota scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside.
Jaroslav tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kubota just stands there and leans against the cage.
Jaroslav misses with a punch to the body.
Jaroslav throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.
Jaroslav scores with a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A right hook to the body lands for Kubota.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Kubota lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kubota misses with a straight left. #T2#
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.
Kubota fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jaroslav looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Jaroslav misses with a looping left.
Jaroslav misses with a takedown attempt - Kubota sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jaroslav's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kubota connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jaroslav scrambles back to his feet.
Jaroslav tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kubota paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jaroslav scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jaroslav throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota blocks a leg kick.
Jaroslav walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota works Jaroslav's body with a nice hook.
Jaroslav turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jaroslav was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Kubota works Jaroslav's body with a nice hook.#T3#
Kubota jabs Jaroslav to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Jaroslav looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jaroslav.
Kubota slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Jaroslav slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Kubota goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Jaroslav pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jaroslav ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota misses the jab.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Jaroslav moved away.
As Kubota tries to get set, Jaroslav tries to push him back and clinch up but Kubota manages to avoid the attempt.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
Kubota cracks the inside of Jaroslav's front leg.
Kubota throws a hook to the side of Jaroslav's head but Jaroslav sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jaroslav lands with a cross.
Kubota slips a jab and a cross from Jaroslav.
Kubota ducks right into an uppercut from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Jaroslav does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jaroslav checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kubota.
Jaroslav keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jaroslav.
Kubota's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jaroslav connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kubota scrambles back to his feet.
Jaroslav moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kubota wants to slow Jaroslav down by chopping away at his legs.
The crowd cheers as Jaroslav lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kubota doesn't seem phased though.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jaroslav ducks right into an uppercut from Kubota.
Kubota goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Jaroslav is just out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Jaroslav misses the target.
Felix Jaroslav has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kubota tries to land a front kick but Jaroslav steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 46:49
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 46:49
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota! Takeru Kubota retains his bantamweight title!
After the fight, Takeru Kubota 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: TAFC: Big Bash 1 - NYE
Date: Dec 31, 2018

#R1#
Laird throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kubota.
Laird is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota throws a quick counter kick to the body but Laird avoids it.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kubota.
Laird looks to land a right hand but Kubota moved out of range.
Kubota lands a nice shot that snaps Laird's head back.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota slips under a jab from Laird.
Laird looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kubota lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Laird pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kubota wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Laird misses with a body shot.
Laird takes one to the side of the head.
Laird comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Laird moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Laird thuds his right hand into Kubota's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota misses with a hook. Laird ducked under it nicely.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Laird avoids the body shot from Kubota. #T1#
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Laird checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jab from Kubota.
Laird checks a leg kick.
Laird with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kubota to score with a decent uppercut.
It looks like Kubota has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Laird fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kubota moves out of range as Laird strikes.
Kubota tests Laird's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kubota staying out of range there.
Laird just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromKubota.
Kubota looks for the body kick but Laird saw that one coming.
Kubota sets himself, and Laird steps forward looking for the clinch! Kubota avoids it this time.
Kubota scores with a body shot.
Laird takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Laird fails in his attempt to clinch.
As Laird backs away, Kubota returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota scores with a crisp jab that stopped Laird in his tracks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Laird momentarily.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2#
Nice straight punches there by Kubota. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kubota.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Laird looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Laird misses with a looping left.
Kubota is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Laird.
Laird throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A head kick misses from Kubota.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Laird checks it.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Laird's sensitive parts.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Laird.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Laird lands a nice looking body shot.
Laird thows a left - swing and a miss!
A telegraphed right hand from Laird misses the target.
Laird looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Laird misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.#T3#
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Laird.
Kubota plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#ROC#
Laird is rocked!
Kubota circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Laird to the canvas! Laird doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Kubota keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota is the new bantamweight champion!
Takeru Kubota 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: IFC85: L.Heavy v Gorbachenko
Date: Dec 15, 2018

#R1#
Caunt 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.
Caunt lands a head shot.
Caunt bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kubota's head.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Caunt was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've been told by Caunt's head coaches at Tosen's Home for Lost Boys that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kubota drops his hands momentarily and Caunt takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kubota stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota punishes Caunt's body with a nice straight punch.
Caunt throws the kick towards the body but Kubota avoids it.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Caunt moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Caunt looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kubota swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Caunt throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Kubota lands the left hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kubota.
Nice uppercut lands for Caunt. That snapped Kubota's head back.
Good work by Caunt as he checks the leg kick.
Caunt is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kubota lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kubota looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Caunt pushes Kubota away with a front kick.
Caunt defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Caunt stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Kubota cracks Caunt with a good jab.
Kubota takes a swing at Caunt's ribcage but misses.
A quick step to the side and Caunt tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Caunt slips under a jab from Kubota.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota throws a low kick but it's checked well by Caunt.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota misses with a hook. Caunt ducked under it nicely.
Caunt lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kubota takes a step back to recover.
Caunt misses with a wild body shot.
Caunt scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
A slow jab from Caunt misses its intended target.
Caunt scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
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!
Caunt lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota throws a body punch but Caunt moves out of range. #T2#
Caunt moves out of range of the strikes.
Caunt takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Caunt misses the shot to the body.
Kubota throws a low kick but it's checked well by Caunt.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Caunt there.
A slapping leg kick lands for Caunt.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Caunt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Caunt on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jab, jab by Kubota - just one landing.
Caunt moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Caunt avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Good exchange - Caunt coming out on top.
Kubota throws an off balance right hand
and Caunt counters with a low kick, right behind Kubota 's knee.
Kubota takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Caunt connects with an inside leg kick.#T3#
Caunt throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Caunt fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kubota.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Caunt lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Caunt chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Good leg kick by Caunt there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Caunt ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.#CL#
Caunt has taken the fight to the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kubota.
Kubota lands a right hand. #BC#
Caunt manages to break the clinch.
Kubota's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Good exchange - Kubota coming out on top.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Caunt on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kubota feints and then cracks Caunt's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Caunt down.
Caunt takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Caunt pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T4#
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Caunt's head back.
Kubota takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kubota now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Caunt. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Caunt misses with a leg kick.
Kubota swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Caunt throws an off balance right hand
and Kubota makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A clash of legs there as Caunt blocks the low kick.
As Kubota backs away, Caunt returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kubota blocks the body kick.
Kubota misses with a leg kick.
Caunt scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kubota doesn't seem bothered though.
Caunt takes a jab right on the kisser.
Caunt misses with a looping right.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Caunt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota tests Caunt's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Caunt is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kubota lands with a nice body punch.
Caunt looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Caunt scores with a leg kick.
Kubota fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Caunt looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Caunt was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A telegraphed right hand from Kubota misses the target.
Caunt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Caunt.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Caunt moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Kubota lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Caunt sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Caunt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Caunt wants to slow Kubota down by chopping away at his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Caunt connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kubota. Kubota circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Caunt takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kubota lands a lovely overhand right.
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!
Kubota scores with a sloppy right hand. Caunt should have avoided that one.
Caunt moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Caunt is looking for a counter combo.
An inside leg kick from Kubota misses. #T1#
Donk. Caunt catches Kubota right on the button with a cross.#CL#
Caunt moves into range and clinches up with Kubota.
Kubota pushes Caunt back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Caunt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Caunt 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.
Caunt tries to throw a body punch but Kubota avoids it by throwing Caunt back against the cage.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Caunt.
A nice left hand lands by Kubota.
Kubota lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Caunt lands a hook to the side of the head.
Caunt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Caunt tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kubota lands a hook that snaps the head of Caunt backwards.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Caunt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota tries to throw a body punch but Caunt avoids it by throwing Kubota back against the cage. #T2#
Kubota stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A shot in the inside from Kubota.
Caunt lands a hook that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Caunt lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Takeru Kubota seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Caunt is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Caunt.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Caunt's elbow.
Kubota working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Caunt prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Caunt misses with some punches.
Kubota is looking to break free of the clinch but Caunt has double underhooks.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Caunt tries to work over Kubota's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kubota lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Caunt displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kubota up against the cage.
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Kubota throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Caunts head.
Caunt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC#
Caunt pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kubota misses with a looping left.
Kubota takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kubota is looking to land body kicks.
Caunt throws the kick towards the body but Kubota avoids it.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick from Caunt.
Caunt shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Caunt with an uppercut!
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Caunt.
Caunt swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Caunt misses with an attempted mid kick.
A jab from Caunt misses.
Kubota walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Caunt takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Caunt looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Caunt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kubota.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Caunt checks it.
Caunt throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Caunt has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kubota.
Caunt dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kubota. That did some damage!
Kubota takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Caunt buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Caunt thows a body kick. Kubota tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Caunt throws out a leg kick but Kubota moves out of range and Caunt only half commits.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Caunt's head backwards.
Caunt looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Caunt slips under a jab from Kubota.
Caunt tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kubota swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Caunt tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Caunt throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Kubota scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Caunt is out of range.
Caunt throws a wild body kick that Kubota sees coming a mile off.
Caunt walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kubota checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Caunt takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
Caunt's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kubota under the eye.
Caunt throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota throws a solid leg kick but Caunt takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kubota.
Caunt lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kubota takes a step back to recover.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota cracks Caunt with an open hand slap.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Caunt can pounce on him.
Kubota checks a leg kick.
Caunt throws a leg kick but Kubota moved away.
Caunt walks into a jab.#T1#
Caunt avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Caunt was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kubota scores with a spinning back kick!
Caunt checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Caunt scores with a hook to the body. Kubota takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota tries a low kick but Caunt avoids it.
Caunt scores with a nice strike.
Kubota blocks the body kick.
Kubota takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Caunt throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab by Kubota.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Caunt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Caunt fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Caunt throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Caunt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Caunt on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Dick Caunt 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!
Caunt throws the kick towards the body but Kubota avoids it.
Caunt blocks the body kick.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A thudding body kick lands there by Caunt!
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Caunt's calf.
Caunt cracks the inside of Kubota's front leg.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Caunt.
Kubota scores with the left hand. Caunt knows he should have avoided that one.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Caunt.
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A big right from Kubota misses.
A left lands for Caunt.#CL#
Caunt has closed the distance and engaged Kubota in a clinch.
Caunt blocking some punches.
Caunt misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Caunt tries to work over Kubota's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Caunt misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T3#
Kubota is trying to break free.
Caunt doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good body shot from Caunt.
Caunt pushes Kubota back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short right from Caunt.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Caunt tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kubota's elbow.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Caunt blocks a body shot from Kubota.
A short body shot lands from Kubota as the two fighters clinch.
Caunt blocking some punches.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Caunt.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kubota.
Caunt lands a body punch in the clinch.
Caunt makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Caunt.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Caunt controls the action. #T4#
Caunt tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Caunt misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Caunt working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A right handed body shot lands from Caunt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota throws a head punch that misses.
Caunt misses with the head strike.
Kubota blocks a body shot from Caunt.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short body shot lands from Caunt as the two fighters clinch.
Kubota makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kubota goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kubota.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Caunt.
Caunt doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Caunt can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Kubota misses with a punch to the body.
Caunt working aggressively here.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.

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 Dick Caunt.
Well Kubota 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 28:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'I am surprised I managed to make it to the fight, let alone win. I have been very sick and low on energy'.

Event: IFC78: Pugberg v Lomachenko
Date: Nov 21, 2018

#R1#
Kubota feints and then cracks Jedrzejczyk's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jedrzejczyk down.
A left lands for Kubota.
Kubota thuds his shin into the meat of Jedrzejczyk's side.
Jedrzejczyk lands with an overhand left.
Kubota throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kubota delivers a nice body kick.
Kubota misses with a hook.
Kubota misses with a low kick as Jedrzejczyk jumps back.
Jedrzejczyk throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And Kubota counters with a quick kick to the body but Jedrzejczyk blocks it.
Jedrzejczyk misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've been informed that Jedrzejczyk 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.
Jedrzejczyk misses with a looping left.
A quick step to the side and Kubota tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jedrzejczyk.
Jedrzejczyk gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kubota.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jedrzejczyk swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jedrzejczyk throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Kubota fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jedrzejczyk on the side of the head.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Jedrzejczyk's calf.
Jedrzejczyk slips under a jab from Kubota.
Jedrzejczyk is looking to score with low kicks.
Kubota looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jedrzejczyk throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Jedrzejczyk throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jedrzejczyk. Jedrzejczyk obviously looking to wear him down.
Jedrzejczyk ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
A cross from Kubota lands.
Jedrzejczyk fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jedrzejczyk defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Nice body kick there by Kubota.
Jedrzejczyk takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Jedrzejczyk tries to move into range but Kubota moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jedrzejczyk tries to clinch but Kubota is having none of it.
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jedrzejczyk.
Jedrzejczyk throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range.
Jedrzejczyk misses with a straight right.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jedrzejczyk was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Kubota misses the jab.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Kubota punishes Jedrzejczyk's body with a nice straight punch.
Jedrzejczyk on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Jedrzejczyk lands the left hand.
Kubota thows a body kick. Jedrzejczyk tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Jedrzejczyk keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Jedrzejczyk saw that one coming.#T3#
Jedrzejczyk lands a head kick!
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kubota connects with a nice looking jab.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
Kubota walks into a stiff left hand from Jedrzejczyk.
Kubota catches Jedrzejczyk with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jedrzejczyk looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jedrzejczyk ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kubota is looking to chop away at Jedrzejczyk's legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jedrzejczyk moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Jedrzejczyk feints a counter leg kick.
Jedrzejczyk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
A swing and a miss from Jedrzejczyk.#T4#
Kubota is looking to chop away at Jedrzejczyk's legs.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Kubota throws a jab when Jedrzejczyk was well out of range.
Kubota is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kubota misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jedrzejczyk throws a shot to the body.
Jedrzejczyk throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kubota was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jedrzejczyk throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kubota takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Jedrzejczyk walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kubota checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
Jedrzejczyk tries a low kick but Kubota avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota sizes up Jedrzejczyk with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kubota throws a right hand that misses
and Jedrzejczyk finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Kubota misses with a body punch
and Jedrzejczyk cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jedrzejczyk moves into range and connects with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota 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#
Jedrzejczyk slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota pushes Jedrzejczyk away with a front kick.
Kubota keeps Jedrzejczyk at a distance using the push kick.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kubota finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Jedrzejczyk is just out of range.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kubota swings widly with a right hand
and Jedrzejczyk counters with a nice body shot.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota misses with a hook to the body
letting Jedrzejczyk counter with a right hand.
A head kick misses from Jedrzejczyk.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jedrzejczyk swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jedrzejczyk throws a body kick that misses
enabling Kubota to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Jedrzejczyk looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota lands a slapping body shot.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jedrzejczyk.
Kubota scores with a hook.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
Kubota looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jedrzejczyk is looking to chop away at Kubota's legs.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Kubota jabs Jedrzejczyk right on the nose. Jedrzejczyk blinks but takes it well.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jedrzejczyk moves away.
Jedrzejczyk throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Jedrzejczyk is out of range.
Kubota takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kubota throws a leg kick
and Jedrzejczyk counters with a nice body kick. #T2#
An inside leg kick from Kubota misses.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jedrzejczyk misses with a left hand
and Kubota counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jedrzejczyk fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jedrzejczyk will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kubota was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kubota throws a solid leg kick but Jedrzejczyk takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kubota.
Kubota lands with a nice body kick.
Jedrzejczyk misses with a straight right.
Jedrzejczyk throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Jedrzejczyk might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kubota has got the better of the exchanges.
Jedrzejczyk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Jedrzejczyk misses with an uppercut.
Jedrzejczyk sizes up Kubota with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jedrzejczyk takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#T3#
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota.
Jedrzejczyk is looking to land body kicks.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jab by Kubota.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jedrzejczyk's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kubota lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jedrzejczyk.
Kubota cracks a nice hook into Jedrzejczyk's ribs.
Jedrzejczyk misses with a body shot.
Jedrzejczyk walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A clash of legs there as Jedrzejczyk blocks the low kick.
Nice defenses there by Jedrzejczyk.
Kubota throws a hook to the side of Jedrzejczyk's head but Jedrzejczyk sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Jedrzejczyk - that will leave a mark!
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Jedrzejczyk is out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota lands a lovely overhand right.
Kubota 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.
Kubota moves out of range of the leg kick from Jedrzejczyk.
Jedrzejczyk tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Jedrzejczyk.
Kubota moves out of range as Jedrzejczyk strikes.
Jedrzejczyk has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.
Kubota sizes up Jedrzejczyk with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jedrzejczyk throws a sloppy head kick and Kubota moves out of range easily.
Kubota throws a body kick that misses
and Jedrzejczyk counters with a good low kick that Kubota was not able to check.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Jedrzejczyk keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Jedrzejczyk sees it coming and moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kubota. That's going to slow Jedrzejczyk down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jedrzejczyk throws a nice head kick!
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Jedrzejczyk off balance momentarily.
Kubota with a nice cross.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Jedrzejczyk misses with a looping right.
Kubota connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jedrzejczyk momentarily.
Kubota misses with a hook. Jedrzejczyk ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Jedrzejczyk was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jedrzejczyk pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Kubota wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick from Jedrzejczyk.
Jedrzejczyk lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota throws a body punch but Jedrzejczyk moves out of range.
Kubota jabs at Jedrzejczyk's body.
Jedrzejczyk jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jedrzejczyk can do to turn this around?
Kubota thows a body kick. Jedrzejczyk tries to catch it but that hurt him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jedrzejczyk scores with a jab to the jaw.#T1#
Jedrzejczyk misses with a hook.
Jedrzejczyk throws a big shot that misses.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Jedrzejczyk takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
That kick from Jedrzejczyk tenderised Kubota's leg. Kubota is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kubota thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Jedrzejczyk if he has to take too many more of those.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jedrzejczyk takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A slow jab from Jedrzejczyk misses its intended target.
Jedrzejczyk rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jedrzejczyk moves out of range of the leg kick from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Kubota throws the left hand but Jedrzejczyk avoids the punch easily.
Jedrzejczyk wants to counter the offense by Kubota and move into the clinch position.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota. #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!
Jedrzejczyk moves out of range of the strikes.
Jedrzejczyk throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Jedrzejczyk is out of range.
An inside leg kick from Kubota misses.
Kubota pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Jedrzejczyk throws out a counter right but Kubota avoids it with no problem.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Jedrzejczyk looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Kubota swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jedrzejczyk scores with the left hand. Kubota knows he should have avoided that one.
Jedrzejczyk has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jedrzejczyk moves out of range of the leg kick from Kubota.
Jedrzejczyk looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Jedrzejczyk.
Kubota misses with a body shot
and Jedrzejczyk counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Kubota slips under a jab from Jedrzejczyk.
Jedrzejczyk with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kubota to score with a decent uppercut.
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota cracks the inside of Jedrzejczyk's front leg.
Jedrzejczyk avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Jedrzejczyk only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Jedrzejczyk lands the left hand.
Jedrzejczyk is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota misses with an uppercut.
Kubota throws a body punch but Jedrzejczyk moves out of range.
Jedrzejczyk swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Jedrzejczyk. #T4#
Jedrzejczyk keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jedrzejczyk. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jedrzejczyk scores with a sloppy right hand. Kubota should have avoided that one.
Jedrzejczyk misses with a leg kick.
Nice body punch from Kubota.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jedrzejczyk throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jedrzejczyk throws a nice looking combination but Kubota bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jan Jedrzejczyk has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jedrzejczyk throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jedrzejczyk staying out of range there.
A jab from Jedrzejczyk misses.
Jedrzejczyk misses with a straight right.
Kubota looks to land a right hand but Jedrzejczyk moved out of range.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota with a nice cross.

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 Takeru Kubota.
Well Kubota 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 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'I am surprised I managed to make it to the fight, let alone win. I have been very sick and low on energy'.

Event: DARE 76: SCAREDOWN
Date: Oct 27, 2018

#R1#
Kubota misses with a hook.
Kubota misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Duanesboy misses with a straight left.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kubota, as that shot connected.
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kubota to score with a decent uppercut.
Kubota closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Duanesboy looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
A big right from Duanesboy misses.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A slow jab from Duanesboy misses its intended target.
And Kubota responds with a good body kick, but Duanesboy manages to step out the way in time.
Duanesboy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL#
Duanesboy has managed to clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Duanesboy backwards.
Duanesboy lands with a right to the head.
Kubota misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Duanesboy blocking some punches.
A short left from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1#
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Duanesboy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Duanesboy throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.
Duanesboy blocks a body shot from Kubota.
Duanesboy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota tries to throw a body punch but Duanesboy avoids it by throwing Kubota back against the cage.
Duanesboy lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Duanesboy throws a head punch that misses.
Duanesboy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Duanesboy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Duanesboy lands a nice uppercut.
Duanesboy throws a head punch that misses.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Duanesboy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kubota misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch.
Kubota throws out a leg kick but Duanesboy moves out of range and Kubota only half commits.
Duanesboy throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Duanesboy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kubota misses the shot to the body. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Kubota doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Duanesboy misses with a looping right.
Donk. Duanesboy catches Kubota right on the button with a cross.#CL#
Duanesboy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy scores with a hook to the body.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
Duanesboy pushes Kubota back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Duanesboy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kubota's elbow.
Duanesboy misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kubota.
Duanesboy misses with a body punch.
Kubota scores with a shoulder strike.
Duanesboy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Duanesboy.
Kubota lands with a left to the head.
A shot in the inside from Duanesboy.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota tries a body shot but Duanesboy blocks it. #T3#
Duanesboy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Duanesboy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Duanesboy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Duanesboy stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Duanesboy misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Kubota pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Duanesboy is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kubota darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Duanesboy throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Duanesboy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Duanesboy throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
Kubota takes a jab right on the kisser.
A cross from Duanesboy lands.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Duanesboy is looking to clinch.
Kubota staying out of range there.
A countering left hand to the body from Kubota misses.#CL#
Duanesboy moves into range and clinches up with Kubota.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Duanesboy.#T4#
Duanesboy tries to throw a body punch but Kubota avoids it by throwing Duanesboy back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Duanesboy fails to land.
Duanesboy scores with a hook to the body.
Duanesboy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kubotas head.
Duanesboy prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Duanesboy prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Kubota tries to work over Duanesboy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Duanesboy taking a breather.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Duanesboy.
Kubota blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kubota connects with a jab.
Kubota cracks Duanesboy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Duanesboy cracks a nice hook into Kubota's ribs.
Duanesboy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota 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.
Duanesboy bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kubota's head.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Duanesboy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
As Kubota tries to get set, Duanesboy tries to push him back and clinch up but Kubota manages to avoid the attempt.
Kubota slips under a jab from Duanesboy.
Kubota is looking to chop away at Duanesboy's legs.
As Kubota tries to get set, Duanesboy tries to push him back and clinch up but Kubota manages to avoid the attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Snake Duanesboy 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#
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Duanesboy has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Duanesboy throws the left hand but Kubota avoids the punch easily.
Kubota takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Duanesboy scores with a jab to the jaw.
Duanesboy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kubota misses with a looping right.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Duanesboy connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Duanesboy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Kubota takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Duanesboy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kubota can do to turn this around?
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Kubota explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Duanesboy misses with a hook.
Duanesboy 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.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Duanesboy ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota looks to land a body kick but Duanesboy moved away.#T1#
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Duanesboy slips the punch.
Kubota misses with a hook
and Duanesboy counters with a straight right hand.#CL#
Duanesboy has Kubota up against the cage in a clinch.
Kubota looking for a takedown.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Duanesboy.
Duanesboy scores with a shoulder strike.
Duanesboy blocking some punches.
Duanesboy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short left from Kubota.
Duanesboy blocks an uppercut.
Duanesboy is stalling here.
Kubota lands with a right to the head.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Duanesboy controls the action.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Duanesboy working aggressively here. #T2#
Duanesboy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Duanesboy lands with a left to the head.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Duanesboy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Duanesboy lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Duanesboy.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Duanesboy working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Snake Duanesboy has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A right hand to the body from Kubota.
Kubota lands a knee to the head.
A shot in the inside from Kubota.
Duanesboy lands a left hand.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Duanesboy 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.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Duanesboy lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Duanesboy's elbow.
Duanesboy avoiding damage as Kubota throws knees to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Duanesboy fails to land.
Duanesboy lands a nice shot to the body.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Duanesboy blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Kubota throws a head punch that misses.
Kubota has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Duanesboy avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Duanesboy lands a shot to the body.
Duanesboy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Duanesboy misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota missing with knees to the body.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Duanesboy blocks a body shot from Kubota.
Kubota tries a body shot but Duanesboy blocks it.
Kubota tries to break the clinch but Duanesboy is controlling the position.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Duanesboy uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right hand to the body from Kubota.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Duanesboy swings wildly with an uppercut but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Duanesboy stalling in the clinch but Kubota improves position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kubota.
Duanesboy scores with a shot to the side of Kubota's head.
Kubota tries a body shot but Duanesboy blocks it. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Kubota jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Duanesboy walks away with a smile on his face. Kubota gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Snake Duanesboy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takeru Kubota.
Duanesboy lands a jab to the head.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Duanesboy 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from Duanesboy misses its intended target.
Duanesboy avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Duanesboy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot.
Duanesboy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Duanesboy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kubota circles away from the clinch attempt.
Snake Duanesboy is winning the standup battle so far.
Kubota uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Duanesboy.
Kubota looks for the body kick but Duanesboy saw that one coming.
Duanesboy is looking to counter punch.
Duanesboy doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
Duanesboy lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota walks into a stiff left hand from Duanesboy.
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 Snake Duanesboy 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.
#R3#
Kubota circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy connects with a body shot that sends Kubota's belly button to the back.
Kubota listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Duanesboy checks a leg kick.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Duanesboy slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota keeps Duanesboy at a distance using the push kick.
Kubota takes a jab right on the kisser.
Duanesboy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Duanesboy jabs at Kubota's body.
Jab, jab by Kubota - just one landing.
Duanesboy throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Duanesboy throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Kubota wants to slow Duanesboy down by chopping away at his legs.
Duanesboy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Duanesboy scores with a punch to the head.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head. #T1#
Duanesboy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Duanesboy is looking to counter punch.
Duanesboy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota misses with a hook. Duanesboy ducked under it nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota.
Nice defenses there by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Duanesboy slips the punch.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Duanesboy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Duanesboy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Duanesboy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Duanesboy throws a lazy right hand but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Duanesboy clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Duanesboy lands with a left to the head.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Duanesboy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Kubota tries to pull guard but Duanesboy won't allow it.
Kubota scores with a shot to the side of Duanesboy's head.
Duanesboy lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kubota blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Duanesboy tries a body shot but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota misses with a punch to the body.
Duanesboy misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Duanesboy swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Duanesboy misses the target.
Kubota looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Duanesboy looks to throw the jab but Kubota is out of range.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Duanesboy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kubota moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL#
Duanesboy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kubota, pushing him back against the cage.
Duanesboy makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Duanesboy controls the action. #T3#
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
Duanesboy is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Duanesboy scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Duanesboy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Duanesboy on the inside.
Kubota prevents a body shot from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Duanesboy misses with the head strike.
Duanesboy lands with a light punch inside.
Duanesboy makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kubota lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Duanesboy can't find room to land a body shot as Kubota controls the action.
Kubota works on Duanesboy's body with a couple of short punches.
Duanesboy takes a shot to the head.
Duanesboy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Duanesboy works on Kubota's body with a couple of short punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Duanesboy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A nice right hand lands inside from Kubota. #T4#
Kubota blocks a body shot from Duanesboy.
Kubota misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Duanesboy.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Duanesboy.
Duanesboy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Duanesboy misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kubota will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Duanesboy gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Duanesboy misses with a few strikes there.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Duanesboy is out of range.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
Kubota staying out of range there.
Kubota appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kubota throws a lazy uppercut
and Duanesboy counters with a nice uppercut.
Duanesboy misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota needs to keep his hands up - Duanesboy had a free shot at his head there.
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kubota!
Duanesboy throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Duanesboy misses with a looping left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Snake Duanesboy did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Duanesboy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy connects with a jab.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Kubota throws a hook but Duanesboy avoids it easily.
Duanesboy wants to clinch up but Kubota keeps it at a distance.
Duanesboy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Duanesboy throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Duanesboy's body.
Duanesboy is looking to clinch but Kubota is avoiding it.
Kubota takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Donk. Kubota catches Duanesboy right on the button with a cross.
Kubota gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota throws a sloppy head kick and Duanesboy moves out of range easily.
A head kick by Kubota misses
and Duanesboy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kubota jabs Duanesboy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Duanesboy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Duanesboy misses with a straight left.
Kubota feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Duanesboys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T1#
Kubota blocks a jab.
Duanesboy is looking to clinch.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Duanesboy lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Duanesboy bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Duanesboy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Duanesboy looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Duanesboy takes a kick to the side of the head.
Duanesboy throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Duanesboy is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Duanesboy misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
Duanesboy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kubota takes a swing at Duanesboy's ribcage but misses.
Nice body punch from Duanesboy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Duanesboy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Kubota lands a front kick.
Duanesboy throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot.
Kubota tries to work over Duanesboy's front leg with a kick but Duanesboy checks it.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Duanesboy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
A decent looking cross lands there for Duanesboy.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Duanesboy's front leg but catches the back leg as Duanesboy tries to avoid it.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Duanesboy.
Kubota looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Duanesboy just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Duanesboy misses with a looping left.
Kubota connects with the punch.
Duanesboy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Duanesboy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Duanesboy misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.#T3#
Duanesboy misses with a wild body shot.
Duanesboy misses with a straight right.
Kubota has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Duanesboy.
Kubota flicks out a counter leg kick but Duanesboy steps away.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Duanesboy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota misses with the body kick
and Duanesboy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota lands a nice looking body shot.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota is looking to slow Duanesboy down with leg kicks.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Duanesboy.
Kubota lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Duanesboy saw that one coming.
Duanesboy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A telegraphed right hand from Kubota misses the target.
Duanesboy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy throws a jab but it's blocked by Kubota. #T4#
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Duanesboy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota lands with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab from Duanesboy finds it's way through Kubota's defenses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Duanesboy. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.
Duanesboy lands a glancing blow to the side of Kubota's head.
A swing and a miss from Duanesboy.
Kubota keeps the fight on the outside.
Kubota misses with a hook
and Duanesboy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Duanesboy lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Duanesboy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kubota attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota throws out a leg kick but Duanesboy moves out of range and Kubota only half commits.
Kubota takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Duanesboy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Duanesboy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Snake Duanesboy 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 hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R5#
Duanesboy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Duanesboy ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota moves out of range as Duanesboy strikes.
Kubota doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Duanesboy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Duanesboy takes a swing at Kubota's ribcage but misses.
Duanesboy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Duanesboy throws out the jab.
Kubota tries to move into range but Duanesboy moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Duanesboy avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Duanesboy throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Duanesboy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota ducks right into an uppercut from Duanesboy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Duanesboy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Duanesboy throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota scores with a sloppy right hand. Duanesboy should have avoided that one.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota takes a swing at Duanesboy's ribcage but misses. #T1#
A jab from Kubota misses.
Kubota catches Duanesboy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Duanesboy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Duanesboy moves out of range of the body kick.
Duanesboy staying out of range there.
Kubota scores with a decent looking hook.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Duanesboy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Duanesboy digs a good body shot into Kubota's ribs.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota jabs at Duanesboy's body.
Duanesboy misses with a looping right.
Duanesboy slips a jab from Kubota.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Duanesboy.
Kubota throws out a counter right but Duanesboy avoids it with no problem.
Kubota misses with a left hand
letting Duanesboy counter with a right hand.
A slow jab from Duanesboy misses its intended target.
Duanesboy lands with a straight right. Kubota didn't see that one coming.
Duanesboy looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota scores with a jab. Duanesboy acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Duanesboy clobbers Kubota with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Jab by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota wants to slow Duanesboy down by chopping away at his legs.
Kubota throws a body punch but Duanesboy moves out of range.
Duanesboy throwing a counter right hand but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Snake Duanesboy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Duanesboy throws out a powerful jab.
Duanesboy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Duanesboy darts in and clinches Kubota up against the cage.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Duanesboy uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right handed body shot lands from Kubota.
Duanesboy blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
Kubota has had enough of the clinch but Duanesboy keeps him there for the moment.
Kubota is trying to pull guard but Duanesboy has him pressed against the cage.
Duanesboy lands a nice uppercut.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kubota jumps guard but Duanesboy turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Duanesboy blocks an uppercut.
Duanesboy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Kubota jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Duanesboy walks away with a smile on his face. Kubota gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Snake Duanesboy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takeru Kubota.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Duanesboy.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Duanesboy.#T4#
A telegraphed right hand from Duanesboy misses the target.
Kubota attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Duanesboy is looking to counter punch.#CL#
Duanesboy takes the fight into the clinch.
Kubota tries a body shot but Duanesboy blocks it.
Duanesboy blocks an uppercut.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Kubota wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Kubota's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Duanesboy moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Duanesboy checks a leg kick.
Kubota throws a leg kick
and Duanesboy counters with a nice uppercut.

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 Snake Duanesboy.
Well Duanesboy 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 50:46
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 50:45
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 50:46

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

Event: NJMMA 69
Date: Sep 15, 2018

#R1##TD#
Pugberg darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Pugberg is keen to just control but Kubota is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Kubota looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Pugberg seems to be looking for submissions.
Pugberg wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kubota keeps working.
Pugberg passes the guard and advances to mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pugberg has control of Kubota's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Kubota regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kubota tries to reverse the position but Pugberg maintains control.#T1##SUB#
Pugberg moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Kubota has worked his arm free - good work by Kubota!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Pugberg is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kubota has escaped the position, nice work there.
Kubota is trying to improve his position.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Pugberg tries for a kimura but Kubota is defending well.
Kubota tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Kubota is wriggling around trying to escape.
Pugberg seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Kubota is holding on tight.
Kubota is looking to get to half guard.
Kubota tries to lock up and control but Pugberg gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3##SUB#
Pugberg working for a guillotine from mount but Kubota is in no mood to give up. #SUB#
Pugberg is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Kubota to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Kubota shrugs it off. #SUB#
Pugberg jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Kubota manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Pugberg tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Pugberg swings around for an armbar but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Pugberg's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Kubota avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4#
Kubota stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pugberg swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kubota keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Pugberg looking for a guillotine here but Kubota defends easily.
Kubota trying to control but Pugberg is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kubota slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Pugberg throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xing Pugberg dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Pugberg takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kubota wants it to stay on the feet.
Pugberg shoots in but Kubota avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Pugberg gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kubota lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pugberg circles away quickly and effectively.
Pugberg changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pugberg has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xing Pugberg. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Pugberg's head.#TD#
Pugberg drives through with a takedown into Kubota's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pugberg forces his way into half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Kubota is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pugberg pulls his head out easily.
Xing Pugberg overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Pugberg seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Pugberg is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Pugberg is working for a kimura but Kubota is defending it quite comfortably.
Kubota wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Kubota actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Kubota is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pugberg pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Pugberg is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kubota defends it well. #SUB#
Pugberg is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Kubota looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pugberg works his way into full mount! #T3#
Pugberg avoids the attempt from Kubota to control.
Kubota tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Pugberg is working for a guillotine from mount but Kubota frees his head quite easily. #SUB#
Pugberg moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Kubota has worked his arm free - good work by Kubota!
Kubota is looking for a sweep.
Kubota is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Pugberg is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#T4#
Kubota wants to hold on but Pugberg pushes him away.
Pugberg moves to the back position. #SUB#
Pugberg looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Kubota is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #SUB#
Pugberg is looking for the choke from the back position but Kubota is controlling his hands well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pugberg is trying to stick to Kubota's back but Kubota is turning into Pugberg. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Pugberg's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Kubota.
Kubota trying to control but Pugberg is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pugberg has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kubota can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xing Pugberg dominated that second round.
That's time! Pugberg's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Kubota slips under a jab from Pugberg.#TD#
Pugberg 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.
Pugberg is pushing down on Kubota's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kubota is fighting to maintain full guard but Pugberg has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Kubota looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Pugberg is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Kubota actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kubota looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Pugberg is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kubota has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1##SUB#
Pugberg seems to be working for a kimura but Kubota defends the submission attempt.
Pugberg is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kubota can do to turn this around?
Pugberg tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kubota knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kubota is trying to maintain the position but Pugberg is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Pugberg is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kubota has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kubota gets full guard.#SUB2#
Kubota is looking for a triangle but Pugberg pushes his legs off easily.
Kubota looking to control. #SUB2#
Kubota is looking for a triangle but Pugberg pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Pugberg is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Kubota had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pugberg defends it easily.#SUB2#
Kubota has his foot on Pugberg's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pugberg works his way back into a safe position though.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T3#
Kubota looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Pugberg looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kubota!
Pugberg has control of an arm but Kubota manages to advance to Pugberg's back!
Kubota controls the position.#SUB2#
Pugberg defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Kubota's arms.
Pugberg wants to escape the position. #T4##SUB2#
Kubota working for a choke but Pugberg is defending well.
Pugberg tries to break free. #SUB2#
Pugberg defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Kubota's arms.
Kubota avoiding Pugberg 's attempts to control his hands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pugberg rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Pugberg slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xing Pugberg clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD#
Pugberg drives through with a takedown into Kubota's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB#
Pugberg drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kubota manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Pugberg has Kubota in his guard.#REVB#
Kubota trying to control the position from guard on top but Pugberg is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Pugberg is looking for a triangle but Kubota pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pugberg looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pugberg lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Kubota is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Kubota looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pugberg trying to control but Kubota is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kubota looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pugberg looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Kubota is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pugberg defends well.
Pugberg forces his way into half guard.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kubota is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Pugberg is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kubota is just riding it out for now. Pugberg eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Kubota looking for submissions off his back.
Kubota wants to get back to full guard but Pugberg has passed into side control.#T3##SUB#
Pugberg tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kubota is trying to get back to half guard.
Pugberg has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Kubota!
Pugberg controlling from the full mount. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pugberg trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Pugberg working for a submission but Kubota is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Pugberg moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Kubota has worked his arm free - good work by Kubota! #SUB#
Pugberg is trying to get an arm triangle but Kubota is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kubota is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xing Pugberg had his way with Takeru Kubota in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Pugberg dodges the punch combination from Kubota.
Kubota slips a straight right by Pugberg.
Kubota thows a body kick. Pugberg tries to catch it but that hurt him.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Pugberg's leg. Pugberg is trying to keep his angry face on.
Pugberg uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.#TD#
Pugberg scores with a takedown into Kubota's guard.
Pugberg wants to control from the top but Kubota keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pugberg drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Pugberg jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kubota working a defensive guard here. #T1##SUB2#
Kubota is looking for a triangle but Pugberg pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Kubota looking for a guillotine here but Pugberg defends easily.
Kubota looking for a sweep. Not yet Kubota, not yet. #SUB2#
Kubota looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pugberg dives in and grabs Kubota's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kubota pushes down on Pugberg's head and hops out.
Kubota has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#TD#
Pugberg shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pugberg was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Takeru Kubota has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Pugberg wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kubota keeps working.
Kubota wants to control but Pugberg postures up.#SUB#
Pugberg in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Kubota is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Xing Pugberg!
Xing Pugberg retains his bantamweight title!

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

#R1#
Good work by Kubota as he checks the leg kick.
Jaroslav keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kubota.
Jaroslav throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Jaroslav changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kubota tries to avoid it but Jaroslav manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kubota to the ground. Kubota escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jaroslav avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jaroslav throws a head kick that misses.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Jaroslav's body.
Kubota needs to keep his hands up - Jaroslav had a free shot at his head there.
Kubota attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Jaroslav saw that one coming.
Jaroslav is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kubota with a body shot.
Jaroslav slips under a jab from Kubota.
Kubota takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jaroslav 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.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
Jaroslav uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.#CL2#
Jaroslav rushes Kubota and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Jaroslav uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jaroslav throws a head punch that misses.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Jaroslav fails to land. #T1#
Kubota working aggressively here. #TD#
Kubota pulls guard.
Jaroslav tries to free his leg and advance position but Kubota is retaining full guard.
Jaroslav engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kubota keeping moving, preventing Jaroslav from controlling successfully.
Kubota keeping full guard, as Jaroslav tries to pass.
Kubota wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Kubota has his foot on Jaroslav's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jaroslav works his way back into a safe position though.
Jaroslav trying to control the position from guard on top but Kubota is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Kubota is looking for a triangle but Jaroslav pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
Jaroslav trying to control the position from guard on top but Kubota is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jaroslav might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kubota haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jaroslav missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jaroslav.
Kubota takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL2#
Jaroslav moves into the clinch.
Jaroslav misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Jaroslav lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Still in the clinch, Jaroslav scores with a nice short uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jaroslav.
Kubota is trying to push Jaroslav away but Jaroslav has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC2#
Jaroslav breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters circling - Jaroslav throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab. #T3#
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jaroslav checks a leg kick nicely.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jaroslav checks a leg kick.
Jaroslav throws a push kick but Kubota slaps the foot to one side.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jaroslav manages to avoid it.
Jaroslav takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jaroslav closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kubota finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jaroslav with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kubota to score with a decent uppercut.
Kubota jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jaroslav avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jaroslav throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jaroslav avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota slips a straight right by Jaroslav.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick. #T4#
Jaroslav walks into a straight right hand from Kubota.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jaroslav uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Good shot there by Kubota.
Kubota with a nice cross.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Jaroslav feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kubotas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jaroslav throws a leg kick that misses.
Kubota thumps Jaroslav with a low kick.
Kubota looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jaroslav lands a right hook to the body.
Kubota connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Jaroslav's hands.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kubota appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jaroslav throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick but Kubota checks it.
Kubota checks a low kick from Jaroslav.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Kubota.
Jaroslav misses with a body shot.
Jaroslav takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kubota throws a body punch but Jaroslav moves out of range.
Kubota throws a series of punches but Jaroslav avoids them all with ease.
Jaroslav fakes the leg kick and cracks Kubota in the body.
Jaroslav misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Jaroslav has closed the distance and engaged Kubota in a clinch.
Jaroslav doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jaroslav lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kubota tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A short uppercut from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a body punch.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Jaroslav doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kubota lands a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jaroslav cracks Kubota with a nice body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Jaroslav.
Jaroslav lands a nice uppercut.
Jaroslav tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Kubota as the two fighters clinch.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
A body shot lands from Kubota. #TD#
Kubota manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Jaroslav controlling from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kubota keeping moving, preventing Jaroslav from controlling successfully.
Jaroslav is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Jaroslav passes Kubota's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Jaroslav is keen to just control but Kubota is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Kubota is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jaroslav pulls his head out easily. #T2##SUB2#
Jaroslav is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kubota has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kubota is trying to maintain the position but Jaroslav is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Kubota looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Jaroslav trying to control the action but Kubota is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kubota is defending against the submission attempts here by Jaroslav. #T3#
Kubota is staying active underneath Jaroslav, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Jaroslav wants to work for an arm triangle but Kubota is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Jaroslav is working for a kimura but Kubota is defending it quite comfortably.
Kubota wants to sweep but Jaroslav has passed to side control!
Kubota tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Jaroslav looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kubota tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jaroslav advances to mount.
Kubota tries to hold on but Jaroslav pushes him away.
Jaroslav can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kubota is looking to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Felix Jaroslav will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Jaroslav throws a low kick but Kubota moves out of range easily.
Jaroslav misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Kubota wants to slow Jaroslav down by chopping away at his legs.
Jaroslav 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.
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Jaroslav in the body.
Jaroslav with a nice cross.
Kubota throws a leg kick
and Jaroslav connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota misses with a leg kick.
Kubota throws a front kick aimed at Jaroslav's knee but Jaroslav avoids it well.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Jaroslav's calf.
Kubota misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jaroslav checks a leg kick nicely.
Kubota connects with a looping right hand.
Jaroslav takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jaroslav throws the kick towards the body but Kubota avoids it.
A low kick from Kubota misses
and Jaroslav counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Kubota misses with a low kick.
A leg kick checked by Kubota.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Jaroslav does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jaroslav takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Jaroslav uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Jaroslav with the counter takedown but Kubota avoids it easily.
Jaroslav misses the jab.
Kubota attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jaroslav is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A leg kick checked by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Jaroslav is just out of range.
Jaroslav closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Jaroslav shoots and misses
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kubota slaps away a takedown attempt from Jaroslav, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kubota delivers a nice body kick.#T2#
Kubota lands a nice looking kick to the body. Jaroslav takes a step back to recover.
Jaroslav throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Jaroslav takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota clobbers Jaroslav with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Jaroslav tries to clinch but Kubota is having none of it.
Jaroslav checks a low kick from Kubota.
Jaroslav misses with a low kick as Kubota jumps back.
Jaroslav ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota throws a low kick, looking for Jaroslav's leg but Jaroslav calmly moves out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Jaroslav tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kubota swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kubota takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jaroslav moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Kubota ducks right into an uppercut from Jaroslav. #T3#
Jaroslav misses with a wild body shot.
Jaroslav lands a head kick!
A good leg kick by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav fakes the leg kick and cracks Kubota in the body.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav 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.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota with a nice cross.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jaroslav's head.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick but Kubota checks it.
Kubota lands a nice shot that snaps Jaroslav's head back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota misses with a lunging right hand
and Jaroslav counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jaroslav slips under a jab.#T4#
Kubota tries to land a leg kick but Jaroslav saw it coming and moves away.
Kubota pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Jaroslav back to the cage. Kubota follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Jaroslav scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kubota throws a hook to the side of Jaroslav's head but Jaroslav sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jaroslav counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kubota bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jaroslav's head backwards.
Jaroslav tries to clinch but Kubota is having none of it.
Kubota feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Jaroslav throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kubota blocks a low kick nicely.
Jaroslav connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Jaroslav has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kubota misses with a hook. Jaroslav ducked under it nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Jaroslav saw that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota walks into a jab.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jaroslav was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Kubota jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
Kubota keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jaroslav shoots in for a double leg but Kubota sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kubota throws a body punch but Jaroslav moves out of range.
Kubota with a jab.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Jaroslav's front leg but catches the back leg as Jaroslav tries to avoid it.
Kubota avoids the head kick by Jaroslav.
Kubota tried to counter with a leg kick but Jaroslav avoided it.
Jaroslav keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jaroslav moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jaroslav throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kubota.
Jaroslav 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jaroslav misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jaroslav lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kubota's sensitive parts.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Jaroslav's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kubota under the eye.#T1#
Kubota throws a leg kick that misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Jaroslav steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Jaroslav slips the punch.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jaroslav sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kubota darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kubota gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jaroslav can do to turn this around?
Kubota throws a hook but Jaroslav blocks it.
Jaroslav throws a right and a left that Kubota avoids nicely.
Kubota feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Jaroslav tries to move into range but Kubota moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jaroslav uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Kubota looks for the body kick but Jaroslav saw that one coming.
Jaroslav throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick but Kubota checks it.
Kubota ducks right into an uppercut from Jaroslav.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T2#
Jaroslav moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav takes one on the button.
Jaroslav misses the shot to the body.
Kubota throws a low kick but Jaroslav moves out of range easily.
Good standup being displayed there by Jaroslav as he connects with a hook.
Jaroslav has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kubota finds it's way round the side to connect with Jaroslav's head.
The fighters circling - Kubota throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jaroslav walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.
Jaroslav staying out of range there.
Jaroslav throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Nice jab there from Kubota.
Jaroslav fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kubota.
Kubota looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kubota checks a leg kick.
Jaroslav uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.#T3#
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Jaroslav keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kubota throws a big counter combination but Jaroslav scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jaroslav tests Kubota's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Jaroslav's shoulder, as Jaroslav tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Jaroslav throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jaroslav ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jaroslav. That did some damage!
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jaroslav's sensitive parts.
Jaroslav misses with a low kick.
Kubota on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jaroslav throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Nice defenses there by Jaroslav.#T4##CL2#
Jaroslav gets a clinch.
Jaroslav misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jaroslav blocking some punches.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Jaroslav breaks the clinch.
Jaroslav misses with a low kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jaroslav tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota misses with a jab to the body
and Jaroslav counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kubota tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota lands a jab to the nose.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kubota.
Kubota throws a jab when Jaroslav was well out of range.
Jaroslav shoots in but no luck this time.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Felix Jaroslav.
Jaroslav shoots in for a takedown but Kubota shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
As Jaroslav backs away, Kubota returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Jaroslav's front leg but catches the back leg as Jaroslav tries to avoid it.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jaroslav walks into a straight right hand from Kubota.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota had his way with Felix Jaroslav in 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Kubota thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jaroslav lands a nice looking body shot.
Kubota with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jaroslav to score with a decent uppercut.
Jaroslav missing with a left hand there. Kubota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kubota slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jaroslav throws the kick towards the body but Kubota avoids it.
Kubota connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jaroslav. Jaroslav circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CL2#
Jaroslav gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kubota lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Kubota.
Kubota lands a shot to the body.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Kubota lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jaroslav blocks a punch to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jaroslav lands with a light punch inside.
Jaroslav lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short left from Kubota. #T1#
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jaroslav prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Jaroslav controlling the action here for a moment.
Kubota wants to break the clinch but can't.
Jaroslav's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jaroslav lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
A short uppercut from Kubota.
Jaroslav swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota scores with a shot to the side of Jaroslav's head.
Kubota tries to throw a body punch but Jaroslav avoids it by throwing Kubota back against the cage.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jaroslav lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Jaroslav fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Jaroslav goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kubota lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Felix Jaroslav has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jaroslav lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kubota backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jaroslav tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kubota smiles and moves away.
Jaroslav pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jaroslav swinging wildly here.
Kubota tests Jaroslav's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jaroslav moves away from the strike by Kubota.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jaroslav.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Jaroslav looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Jaroslav avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota is looking to chop away at Jaroslav's legs.
Kubota throws a body punch but Jaroslav moves out of range.
Kubota throws a lazy uppercut
and Jaroslav counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kubota thinking.
Kubota digs a good hook to Jaroslav's body. #T3#
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A jab from Kubota misses.
Jaroslav slips under a jab.
Jaroslav turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota looks to land a body kick but Jaroslav moved away.
Jaroslav counters with a body kick.
Jaroslav misses with a low kick.
A quick step to the side and Kubota tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kubota tries to land a front kick but Jaroslav steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jaroslav misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jaroslav tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota scores with a jab.
Jaroslav fails to land the takedown.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Felix Jaroslav.
Jaroslav is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Jaroslav in the body. #T4#
Kubota feints and then cracks Jaroslav's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jaroslav down.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota thumps Jaroslav with a low kick.
Kubota takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jaroslav throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throws a head kick but Jaroslav moves out of range.
Kubota with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jaroslav to score with a decent uppercut.
Kubota scores with a jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Jaroslav finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Kubota. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kubota.
Jaroslav shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kubota pinned against the cage. Kubota gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 49:46
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 49:46
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 49:46

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

Event: EFA 83
Date: Jul 28, 2018

#R1#
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Xinhai moves away.
Xinhai has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kubota is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota punishes Xinhai's body with a nice straight punch.
Xinhai misses the jab.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Xinhai.
Kubota tried to score with a low kick but Xinhai checks it.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Xinhai off balance momentarily.
Kubota lands with a cross.
Xinhai feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kubotas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Xinhai.
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
A left and a right from Xinhai both land. Nice combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Xinhai lands an overhand right.
Kubota throws out a loose jab but Xinhai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Kubota pivots, looking for a leg kick but Xinhai is out of range and Kubota settles back down.
A little jabbing left from Xinhai on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Xinhai bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
As Kubota backs off Xinhai throws a huge counter combo but Kubota manages to avoid it all.
Xinhai throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Xinhai swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kubota jabs Xinhai right on the nose. Xinhai blinks but takes it well.
Kubota throws a right hand that misses
letting Xinhai counter with a right hand.
Xinhai throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kubota.
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A countering left hand to the body from Xinhai misses.
Kubota tried to score with a low kick but Xinhai checks it.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Xinhai looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Xinhai with a nice cross.
Xinhai takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kubota misses with a hook.
Xinhai throws out a counter right but Kubota avoids it with no problem.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Xinhai throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota throws a front kick aimed at Xinhai's knee but Xinhai avoids it well.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota staying out of range there.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Xinhai ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Xinhai looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kubota. That's going to slow Xinhai down.
Xinhai might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Xinhai displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Kubota cracks a nice hook into Xinhai's ribs.
Kubota lands a jab to the head.
A punch lands to the side of Xinhai 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Xinhai does a little dance to reset his feet.
Xinhai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Xinhai connects with a looping right hand.
Kubota lands with a straight right. Xinhai didn't see that one coming.
Kubota is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Xinhai.
Kubota feints and then cracks Xinhai's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Xinhai down.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Xinhai's sensitive parts.
A jab from Kubota finds it's way through Xinhai's defenses.
Xinhai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Xinhai checks a leg kick nicely.
Kubota thows a leg kick but Xinhai checks it
and Xinhai counters with a left and a right that stings Kubota.
Xinhai avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kubota misses with a right hand
and Xinhai counters with a left to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A slow jab from Xinhai misses its intended target.
Kubota swinging wildly here. #T4#
Kubota throws a leg kick but Xinhai moved away.
Nice jab there from Kubota.
Kubota scores with a decent looking hook.
Kubota tries a low kick but Xinhai avoids it.
Kubota throws a right hand that misses
and Xinhai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A jab from Xinhai misses.
Nice body kick from Kubota.
Kubota swings away with a body shot that misses
and Xinhai counters with a straight right hand.
Jab, jab by Kubota - just one landing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Xinhai misses with a few strikes there.
Kubota moves away from the strike by Xinhai.
Kubota throws a right hand that misses
and Xinhai counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Xinhai's body. Xinhai takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Xinhai does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Xinhai on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Xinhai's body.
Kubota throws a body kick that misses
and Xinhai counters with a left and a right that stings Kubota.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Xinhai off balance momentarily.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Xinhai moves away and avoids it.
Xinhai rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kubota moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Xinhai moved away.
A punch lands to the side of Xinhai 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A shot to the body from Kubota misses
and Kubota takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Xinhai slips a straight right by Kubota.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Xinhai! But no joy.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota works Xinhai's body with a nice hook.
Kubota scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Xinhai doesn't seem bothered though.
Kubota misses with a hook. Xinhai ducked under it nicely.
Xinhai's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T1#
Xinhai throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Xinhai. That did some damage!
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota scores with a decent looking hook.
Kubota lands with a straight right. Xinhai didn't see that one coming.
Kubota is looking to chop away at Xinhai's legs.
Kubota scores with a decent looking hook.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Xinhai.
Kubota misses with a lunging right hand
and Xinhai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota misses with a low kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Xinhai! But no joy.
Kubota swings for the body but Xinhai moves out of range.
Xinhai takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Xinhai sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Xinhai moves out of range of the strikes.
Xinhai throws out a counter right but Kubota avoids it with no problem.
Kubota bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A lazy body kick from Kubota
and Xinhai counters with a series of strikes. Kubota will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Xinhai.
Kubota slips a straight right by Xinhai.
Good leg kick by Kubota there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Xinhai avoids a kick to the body.
A little jabbing left from Xinhai on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Xinhai moved away.
Xinhai checks a low kick from Kubota.
Kubota looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Xinhai takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T3#
A leg kick checked by Xinhai.
Xinhai is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Xinhai might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kubota has got the better of the exchanges.
Xinhai waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Xinhai connects with a crisp jab.
Xinhai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Xinhai checks a leg kick nicely.
Xinhai looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kubota throws a hook to the side of Xinhai's head but Xinhai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota throws a low kick but Xinhai avoids it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Xinhai! But no joy.
Kubota connects with a jab.
Kubota's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Xinhai can do to turn this around?
Xinhai throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Xinhai scores with a hook to the body. Kubota takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Xinhai manages to avoid it.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Xinhai. That did some damage!#T4#
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Xinhai.
A combination from Xinhai does no damage.
Kubota tries to land a leg kick but Xinhai saw it coming and moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Kubota misses the target.
Xinhai doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kubota scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kubota misses with a right hand
and Xinhai counters with a stiff right hand.
Xinhai misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Xinhai stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Xinhai was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Kubota backs off Xinhai throws a huge counter combo but Kubota manages to avoid it all.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota throws a low kick, looking for Xinhai's leg but Xinhai calmly moves out of range.
Xinhai swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Xinhai gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kubota.
Kubota throws out a leg kick but Xinhai moves out of range and Kubota only half commits.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Xinhai.
Xinhai ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
Kubota misses with a leg kick
and Xinhai connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Xinhai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Xinhai slips under a jab.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
Kubota swings for the body but Xinhai moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota connects with a nice looking jab.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Xinhai takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kubota shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T1#
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Xinhai gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kubota.
Kubota misses with an attempted mid kick.
Xinhai doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kubota lands a right hook to the body.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Xinhai takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kubota punishes Xinhai's body with a nice straight punch.
Xinhai has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kubota finds it's way round the side to connect with Xinhai's head.
No joy there for Xinhai, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kubota throws a shot to the body.
Xinhai on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota throws a poor cross that misses
and Xinhai counters with a nice uppercut.
Xinhai darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kubota fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Xinhai is out of range. #T2#
Kubota throws a body punch but Xinhai moves out of range.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Xinhai checks it.
Xinhai throws a right and a left that both miss.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Xinhai has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kubota throws a series of punches but Xinhai avoids them all with ease.
Kubota cracks Xinhai with a good jab.
Kubota keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kubota lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Xinhai avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Xinhai now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Xinhai unleashes a big counter combination but Kubota bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kubota lands a right hook to the body.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Xinhai.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Xinhai's calf.#T3#
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Xinhai swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kubota misses with the body kick
and Xinhai counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Xinhai checks a leg kick nicely.
It seemed like Xinhai was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Xinhai uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Xinhai is just out of range.
Xinhai looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Xinhai misses with a straight left.
Kubota throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Xinhai.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
A slow jab from Kubota misses its intended target.
A big right from Kubota misses.
Xinhai avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kubota throws a shot from downtown. Xinhai moves away and avoids it.
Xinhai lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T4#
Kubota misses with a shot to the body
and Xinhai counters with a one-two to the body.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Xinhai looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Xinhai ducks down to avoid it.
Xinhai is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Xinhai changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Kubota swings widly with a right hand
enabling Xinhai to counter with a crisp jab.
Kubota looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Xinhai sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Xinhai lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kubota throws the left hand but Xinhai avoids the punch easily.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Xinhai ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota misses the body punch
and Xinhai counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Kubota listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kubota throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Xinhai on the side of the head.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Xinhai.
Xinhai on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Kubota cracks Xinhai with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kubota cracks Xinhai with an open hand slap.
Xinhai avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Xinhai! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Xinhai cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kubota jabs at Xinhai's body.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Xinhai with an uppercut!
Kubota throws a low kick but Xinhai moves out of range easily.
Kubota connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
Kubota misses with a leg kick
and Xinhai counters with a nice uppercut.
Xinhai takes one to the side of the head.
A lazy left from Kubota finds it's target.
A slow jab from Xinhai misses its intended target.
Kubota swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kubota misses with a leg kick
and Xinhai counters with a nice body shot.
Kubota moves out of range of the strikes.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Xinhai lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kubota misses with a wild body shot.
Xinhai throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Kubota uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Xinhai.
Kubota appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Xinhai chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Kubota swings widly with a right hand
and Xinhai counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
Xinhai displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Xinhai misses.
Kubota throws the left hand but Xinhai avoids the punch easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab by Kubota.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Xinhai's calf.
Kubota moves into range and connects with a jab.
The fighters circling - Xinhai throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kubota feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kubota jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota misses with a straight left.
Xinhai misses with a straight left.
Kubota lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Xinhai has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kubota.
A solid body kick from Kubota.
Kubota throws a predictable looking body shot
and Xinhai counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Xinhai saw that one coming.
Kubota scores with a one two! Xinhai had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Xinhai uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kubota has time to react.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kubota throws a hook but Xinhai blocks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Xinhai! But no joy.
Kubota throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Xinhai on the side of the head.
Xinhai staying out of range there.
Xinhai is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kubota with a body shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Xinhai blocks the leg kick.
Kubota slips a jab from Xinhai.
Kubota throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kubota misses the body punch
and Xinhai connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota throws a hook to the side of Xinhai's head but Xinhai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kubota.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Xinhai slips under a jab.
Kubota with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Xinhai.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Xinhai tries to move into range but Kubota moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Xinhai tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Xinhai.
Xinhai takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Xinhai misses with a looping left.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kubota.
Kubota throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Xinhai.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Xinhai saw that one coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota had his way with Yang Xinhai in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Xinhai stalks Kubota and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kubota's face. Kubota staggers backwards, shaken.
Xinhai takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kubota lands with a good body shot.
Kubota is looking to slow Xinhai down with leg kicks.
Xinhai gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kubota.
Kubota scores with a jab. Xinhai acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Xinhai throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kubota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kubota throws a right hand that misses
and Xinhai connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota thumps Xinhai with a low kick.
Kubota throws a lazy uppercut
and Xinhai counters with a stiff right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Xinhai uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kubota.
Kubota tries to land a front kick but Xinhai steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
It seemed like Xinhai was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Xinhai walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.#T1#
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Xinhai manages to avoid it.
Kubota swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Xinhai counter with a right hand.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Xinhai was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Xinhai looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Xinhai thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Xinhai takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kubota lands with a shot to the body.
Xinhai slips under a jab from Kubota.
Xinhai throws out a counter right but Kubota avoids it with no problem.
Kubota finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Xinhai has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Xinhai there as he acknowledges the shot.
Xinhai displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kubota throws out the jab.
Kubota swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Xinhai counters with a two punch combo. #T2#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota pushes Xinhai away with a front kick.
Xinhai is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.
Kubota throws a lazy right hand but Xinhai sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kubota looks to score with a jab to the body but Xinhai is just out of range.
Xinhai looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kubota throws a jab when Xinhai was well out of range.
Kubota throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
It seemed like Xinhai was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Xinhai throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota misses with a lunging right hand
and Xinhai counters with a stiff right hand.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Xinhai checks a leg kick nicely.
Kubota lands a jab.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Xinhai. That did some damage!#T3#
Xinhai throws an overhand right that lands on Kubota's shoulder, as Kubota tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota digs a good hook to Xinhai's body.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kubota. Xinhai shrugs it off though.
Kubota looks to throw the jab but Xinhai is out of range.
Xinhai on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kubota scores with a hook to the body. Xinhai takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Xinhai misses the shot to the body.
Kubota throws a jab when Xinhai was well out of range.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kubota misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Kubota tried to score with a low kick but Xinhai checks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Xinhai! But no joy.
Xinhai blocks a jab.
Nice straight punches there by Kubota. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kubota.
Nice straight punches there by Kubota. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kubota.
Xinhai has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
Kubota lands a jab.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Xinhai takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Yang Xinhai has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Xinhai is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kubota.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kubota 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 50:45
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 50:45
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota retains his bantamweight title!
After winning the bout, Takeru Kubota thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: EFA 74 Lancaster vs Nixon
Date: Jun 16, 2018

#R1#
Mercury bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kubota scores with a push kick.
Mercury has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kubota.
Kubota lands a nice looking body shot.
Kubota digs a good body shot into Mercury's ribs.
Mercury throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mercury misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kubota avoids the head kick by Mercury.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kubota swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mercury.
Mercury on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Mercury lands a jab to the nose.
Mercury needs to keep his hands up - Kubota had a free shot at his head there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice straight punches there by Mercury. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mercury.
A jab from Kubota does it's job there.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick.
Kubota blocks a head kick by Mercury.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kubota 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 Mercury has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Mercury and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Mercury checks the leg kick.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
Kubota takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mercury throws a lazy head kick
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Mercury misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A big left from Kubota misses.
Good shot there by Kubota.
Mercury lands with a nice combination. Kubota backs away looking to recover.
Mercury throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mercury throws a nice head kick!
Mercury lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kubota circles away quickly and effectively.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mercury throws a big shot that misses.
Kubota misses with a kick to the body.
Kubota cracks Mercury with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mercury misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Mercury with an uppercut!
Mercury takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mercury will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mercury swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mercury throws a head kick that misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Mercury's head back.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mercury manages to avoid it.
Mercury takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mercury. Kubota does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Mercury swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota connects with a looping right hand.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch combination from Mercury misses.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mercury looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota lands a head shot.
Nice uppercut there from Kubota.
Mercury lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kubota takes a step back to recover.
Kubota clobbers Mercury with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mercury misses with a body shot.
Kubota was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mercury connects with a high kick.
Kubota connects with a right hand. Mercury shakes it off.
Mercury just misses with a punch to the body.
Mercury scores with a leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Kubota.#T3#
Kubota finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kubota ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kubota lands with a nice body kick.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mercury.
Mercury misses with a head kick.
Mercury gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A jab from Kubota finds it's way through Mercury's defenses.
Mercury misses with a jab, cross combination.
A left lands for Kubota.
Kubota connects with a looping right hand.
Kubota jabs at Mercury's body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota scores with a nice right hand.
Mercury tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
It appears Kubota was looking to counter with a kick there.
Kubota fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mercury looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Mercury's leg. Mercury is trying to keep his angry face on.
A lazy left from Kubota finds it's target.
Mercury tries to move into range but Kubota moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nice straight punches there by Kubota. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kubota.#T4#
Kubota scores with a spinning back kick!
Kubota pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good leg kick by Mercury there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Mercury takes one to the side of the head.
Kubota slips a straight right by Mercury.
Mercury looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mercury checks a leg kick.
Kubota just misses with a punch to the body.
Mercury has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mercury fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kubota checks it well.
Mercury shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kubota lands a head shot.
Kubota throws a hook but Mercury blocks it.
Mercury tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A lazy body kick from Mercury
and Kubota cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mercury was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Mercury misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mercury chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Kubota connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mercury momentarily.
Mercury throws a nice looking combination but Kubota bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Mercury fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Mercury connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Mercury misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kubota connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kubota throws a combination. Mercury tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Kubota tries to bum rush Mercury with a series of wild strikes but Mercury uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mercury looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mercury throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mercury's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mercury duly obliges.
Mercury throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kubota scores with a body shot.
Mercury lands with a hook. Kubota tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Freddie Mercury is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A lazy left from Kubota finds it's target.
Mercury throws a shot from downtown. Kubota moves away and avoids it.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
Mercury pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Mercury throws a lazy head kick
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kubota throws a body kick that misses.
Kubota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mercury sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kubota throws the left hand but Mercury avoids the punch easily.
Mercury throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Mercury ducks down to avoid it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mercury.
Kubota blocks a head kick by Mercury.
Mercury connects with a right hand. Kubota shakes it off.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Mercury might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kubota has got the better of the exchanges.
Mercury throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mercury looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Mercury throws a head kick that misses.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Mercury.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick.
Kubota lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Mercury on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
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!
Kubota lands a glancing blow to the side of Mercury's head.#T2#
Some wild striking there from Mercury.
Mercury misses with a double jab.
Mercury checks a low kick from Kubota.
Mercury tries a head kick but it misses.
Kubota tried to counter with a leg kick but Mercury avoided it.
Mercury tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mercury is breathing heavily.
Mercury throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kubota listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kubota avoids a kick to the body.
Mercury throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Mercury is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kubota rather than just go for the knockout.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mercury 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 Kubota has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kubota and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Mercury looks to score with a jab to the body but Kubota is just out of range.
Mercury takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
Mercury throws a sloppy head kick
and Kubota counters with an inside leg kick.
Kubota lands with a right hand.
Mercury's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Mercury walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A punch combination from Mercury misses. #T3#
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Mercury slips the punch.
Mercury looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Kubota lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Mercury misses with a kick to the body.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mercury misses with a few strikes there.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Kubota swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kubota throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mercury goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kubota scores with a decent looking hook.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota lands with an overhand left.
Kubota lands with a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kubota checks a leg kick.
The crowd cheers as Kubota lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mercury doesn't seem phased though.
A combination from Mercury does no damage.
Mercury throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mercury takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T4#
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kubota tries a low kick but Mercury avoids it.
Kubota takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
Mercury throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range.
Mercury misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mercury tries to land a front kick but Kubota steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Mercury keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mercury is looking to slow Kubota down with leg kicks.
Jab from Kubota.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota avoids the head kick by Mercury.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kubota slips a jab and a cross from Mercury.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mercury can do to turn this around?
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Mercury throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mercury misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mercury throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range.
Mercury has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.
Mercury looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nice body kick from Kubota.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sloppy strikes from Mercury. Those never looked like landing.
Kubota jabs Mercury right on the nose. Mercury blinks but takes it well.
Kubota walks into a left hand.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Mercury misses with a head kick.
Mercury keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mercury blocks a jab.
And Mercury responds with a good body kick, but Kubota manages to step out the way in time.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kubota scores with a nice head shot.
Kubota throws a jab when Mercury was well out of range.
Despite the aggression on Mercury's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A jab from Kubota finds it's way through Mercury's defenses.
Kubota connects with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota blocks a head kick by Mercury.
Kubota lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mercury circles away quickly and effectively.
Kubota bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kubota avoids the head kick by Mercury.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
Mercury pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kubota is looking to counter punch.
Mercury takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mercury attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Mercury is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
An inside leg kick lands from Mercury.
Mercury walks into a straight right hand from Kubota.
Kubota lands with a straight right. Mercury didn't see that one coming.
Mercury throws a chopping leg kick but Kubota manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mercury throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mercury misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kubota misses with a straight right.
Mercury is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mercury tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice straight punches there by Kubota. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kubota.
Mercury takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Mercury keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mercury was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Mercury tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mercury ducks under a wild hook from Kubota.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mercury ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
Mercury closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mercury misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kubota jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mercury.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mercury misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Mercury off balance momentarily.
Mercury throws a series of punches but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota cracks Mercury with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mercury throws a leg kick but Kubota moved away.
Mercury moves out of range of the body kick.
Jab from Kubota.
Kubota works Mercury's body with a nice hook.
Mercury takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mercury tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota dodges the punch combination from Mercury. #T3#
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Mercury with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kubota to score with a decent uppercut.
A slow jab from Mercury misses its intended target.
Mercury fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Mercury looks to land a left hand but Kubota moved out of range nicely.
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mercury.
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Mercury's belly button to the back.
Mercury moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Mercury slips a jab from Kubota.
Kubota scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Mercury throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Mercury tries to land a front kick but Kubota steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kubota throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mercury getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kubota connects with a body shot.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mercury misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kubota fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mercury on the side of the head.
Mercury closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mercury moves out of range of the body kick from Kubota.
Kubota blocks the body kick.
Mercury misses with a straight right.
Kubota avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kubota misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mercury.
Mercury is looking to chop away at Kubota's legs.
Kubota takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kubota avoids a kick to the body.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mercury has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kubota finds it's way round the side to connect with Mercury's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mercury will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mercury misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota throws a body punch but Mercury moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
Mercury has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kubota.
Kubota pivots, looking for a leg kick but Mercury is out of range and Kubota settles back down.
Mercury cracks Kubota with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Mercury misses with a wild combination.
Kubota misses the jab.
Mercury swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mercury defending well as Kubota loads up on a big left hand.
Kubota scores with a hook to the body. Mercury takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Mercury looks for the body kick but Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Mercury's front leg but catches the back leg as Mercury tries to avoid it.
Mercury throws a sloppy head kick
and Kubota counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mercury is looking to land body kicks.
Kubota dodges the punch combination from Mercury.
Sloppy strikes from Kubota. Those never looked like landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mercury throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
An inside leg kick from Mercury misses.
Kubota throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kubota throws a body punch but Mercury moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota misses with a looping right.
Mercury appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kubota motions for Mercury to come forward. Kubota throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Mercury will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mercury tried to score with a low kick but Kubota checks it.
Good leg kick by Kubota there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kubota fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mercury is out of range.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mercury. That did some damage!
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mercury throws out the jab.
Kubota blocks a leg kick.
Kubota defending well as Mercury loads up on a big left hand.
Mercury tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Kubota scores with a jab. Mercury acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kubota works Mercury's body with a nice hook.
Mercury throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mercury misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mercury is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
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!
Kubota lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kubota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mercury moves out of range as Kubota strikes.
Mercury moves out of range of the body kick.
Mercury pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kubota with a jab.
Mercury throws a sloppy head kick and Kubota moves out of range easily.
Mercury uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kubota.
Mercury attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kubota cracks Mercury with an open hand slap.
Mercury swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kubota quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Kubota misses with a looping right.
Mercury ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Kubota tried to counter with a leg kick but Mercury avoided it.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Mercury off balance momentarily.#T3#
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Kubota moves out of range of the body kick from Mercury.
Mercury looks to land a body kick but Kubota moved away.
Kubota throwing a counter right hand but Mercury manages to avoid it.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Mercury takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Donk. Kubota catches Mercury right on the button with a cross.
Mercury uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Good work by Kubota as he checks the leg kick.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mercury tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mercury looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kubota feints and then cracks Mercury's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mercury down.
Mercury scores with a kick to the body.
Mercury scores with a one two! Kubota had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid 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!
Kubota throws an overhand right that lands on Mercury's shoulder, as Mercury tries to avoid the shot.
Kubota with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mercury scores with a one two! Kubota had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #T4#
Mercury ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mercury's head.
Kubota blocks a low kick nicely.
Mercury throws the kick towards the body but Kubota avoids it.
Kubota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mercury.
Mercury takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kubota cracks Mercury with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mercury swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kubota misses with a hook. Mercury ducked under it nicely.
Mercury pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mercury misses with an uppercut
and Kubota counters with a straight right hand.
Mercury misses the jab.
Kubota swinging wildly here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota lands a nice looking body kick.
Mercury takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Mercury saw that one coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota had his way with Freddie Mercury in 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Mercury tries to land a body kick
and Kubota counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kubota lands a really nice looking cross but Mercury seems unphased.
Mercury lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota throws a big shot that misses.
Mercury steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kubota.
Kubota lands a jab to Mercury's midsection.
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota connects with a nice looking jab.
Mercury throws a head kick but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota blocks a leg kick.
Mercury throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kubota stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mercury takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Mercury throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota blocks a head kick by Mercury.
Kubota throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mercury's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mercury duly obliges.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Mercury in the body.
A left lands for Mercury.#T1#
Mercury stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Mercury misses with the combination.
Mercury is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mercury takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Mercury throws a sloppy head kick and Kubota moves out of range easily.
Mercury takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mercury lands a head kick!
Kubota avoids the head kick by Mercury.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kubota. Mercury does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mercury.
A little feinted left hand from Kubota on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mercury misses with a double jab.
Kubota sizes up Mercury with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A telegraphed right hand from Mercury misses the target.
Kubota was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kubota lands a right hook to the body.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Mercury misses with a body kick.
Mercury throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Kubota feints and then cracks Mercury's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mercury down.
Mercury misses with a two punch combination.
Kubota paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kubota 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.
Kubota scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Kubota lands a front kick.
Mercury misses with a body shot.
Kubota takes a swing at Mercury's ribcage but misses.
Kubota ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Mercury's front leg but catches the back leg as Mercury tries to avoid it.
Kubota throws the kick towards the body but Mercury avoids it.
Kubota throws a looping overhand right but Mercury ducks down to avoid it.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mercury throws a right and a left that Kubota avoids nicely.
Mercury throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Mercury throws a nice looking combination but Kubota bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kubota feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Mercury jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota lands a jab to Mercury's midsection.
Mercury misses with a double jab.
Nice body kick from Mercury.
Kubota throws a hook to the side of Mercury's head but Mercury sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mercury manages to avoid it.
Mercury avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kubota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mercury misses with a straight left.
Kubota looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Mercury throws a head kick that misses.
Mercury swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kubota counters with a straight right hand.
Kubota cracks Mercury with a right hand to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Mercury.
Mercury tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota connects with a right hand. Mercury shakes it off.#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!
Kubota lands with a right hand.
Kubota tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mercury was well out of range. Poor timing from Kubota.
Mercury shapes to counter with a head kick.
Mercury dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kubota. That did some damage!
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota missing with a left hand there. Mercury was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mercury drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kubota throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
Freddie Mercury has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mercury throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mercury gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mercury misses with a low kick.
Kubota tries a low kick but Mercury avoids it.
Nice straight punches there by Kubota. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kubota.
Kubota misses with an attempted mid kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mercury slips a straight right by Kubota.
As Kubota backs off Mercury throws a huge counter combo but Kubota manages to avoid it all.
Kubota misses the shot to the body.
Kubota throws a series of strikes that have Mercury backpedaling.
A swing and a miss from Kubota.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kubota 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 50:45
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 50:45
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota retains his bantamweight title!
Takeru Kubota seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Freddie Mercury was interviewed post fight and said 'He cheated! Check his gloves, they've got chloroform on them!'.

Event: EFA 63 Turner vs Grieg
Date: May 16, 2018

#R1#
Kubota scores with a nice body kick.
Pikkarainen throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
A solid body kick from Kubota.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
A solid body kick from Kubota.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Pikkarainen tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kubota sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pikkarainen somewhat.
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Pikkarainen scores with a nice head shot.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pikkarainen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kubota swivels and escapes.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Pikkarainen throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kubota's waist but Kubota gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pikkarainen off to one side.
Kubota swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota scores with a push kick.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.
Pikkarainen throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
A solid body kick from Kubota. #TD2#
Pikkarainen dives in and scores a takedown into Kubota's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pikkarainen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pikkarainen trying to control the position from guard on top but Kubota 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.#T1#
Pikkarainen works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kubota keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pikkarainen throwing shots but Kubota is blocking nicely.
Kubota keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pikkarainen trying to control from half guard but Kubota is working away.
Kubota gets back to full guard.
Pikkarainen postures up in Kubota's guard and throws a big left but Kubota blocks it.
Pikkarainen works over Kubota with some ground and pound from guard.#ES#
Kubota manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T2#
Kubota gets underhooks to prevent Pikkarainen's takedown attempt.
Pikkarainen has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kubota after a bit of a struggle.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kubota creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kubota lands a right hand.
Kubota lands an uppercut.
Kubota lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short body shot lands from Kubota as the two fighters clinch.
Pikkarainen is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kubota gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Pikkarainen is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC#
Kubota's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kubota lands a head kick!
Good standup being displayed there by Kubota as he connects with a hook.
Pikkarainen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Pikkarainen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kubota lands with a straight right. Pikkarainen didn't see that one coming.
No luck for Pikkarainen with that takedown attempt.
A jab from Pikkarainen misses.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Pikkarainen misses the target. #T3#
Pikkarainen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A head kick from Kubota lands but Pikkarainen takes it in his stride.
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Pikkarainen misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Pikkarainen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Pikkarainen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota is looking to wear down Pikkarainen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Pikkarainen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kubota. That one must have hurt.
Pikkarainen misses with a body shot.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pikkarainen. That did some damage!
Kubota bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Pikkarainen's head backwards.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota. #TD2#
Pikkarainen feints and as Kubota raises his hands in defense, Pikkarainen changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Pikkarainen working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pikkarainen throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Kubota keeping moving, preventing Pikkarainen from controlling successfully.
Pikkarainen working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pikkarainen throws an elbow that misses. Kubota uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Pikkarainen's guard. Nice move by Kubota!#REVR#
Kubota is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Pikkarainen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pikkarainen throwing strikes from guard but Kubota blocks nicely.
Pikkarainen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pikkarainen throws a big elbow that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
That's time! Kubota's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Pikkarainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota lets loose with a powerful body kick. Pikkarainen will feel that in the morning.
Pikkarainen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Pikkarainen misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Pikkarainen if he has to take too many more of those.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Pikkarainen throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Good exchange - Kubota coming out on top.
A telegraphed right hand from Pikkarainen misses the target.
Pikkarainen tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kubota defends well and Pikkarainen ends up having to push Kubota into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Pikkarainen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Pikkarainen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pikkarainen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
The fighters circling - Pikkarainen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pikkarainen takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Kubota throws a front kick that sends Pikkarainen stumbling back into the cage.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Pikkarainen closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kubota circles away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Pikkarainen is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Pikkarainen shoots in but Kubota avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota. #T1#
Pikkarainen takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Pikkarainen if he has to take too many more of those.
Pikkarainen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota lands with a kick to the ribs.
Pikkarainen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Pikkarainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD2#
Pikkarainen drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kubota is looking for a sweep.
Kubota wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Kubota dodges the ground and pound from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen throwing shots but missing, from side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota parries the strikes from Pikkarainen easily there. Pikkarainen is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kubota to escape.
Kubota takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T2#
Pikkarainen prevents Kubota from escaping the position.
Pikkarainen creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Kubota sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Kubota managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Pikkarainen.
Kubota is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Pikkarainen misses with the ground and pound.
Pikkarainen tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Pekka Pikkarainen has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kubota is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Pikkarainen throws an elbow but Kubota slips to the side and avoids it well.
Pikkarainen working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Pikkarainen misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Pikkarainen happy to just control the position for now.
Pikkarainen trying to control the action but Kubota is working from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Pikkarainen in side control, throwing shots but Kubota defends. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pikkarainen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kubota keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kubota is looking to slow Pikkarainen down with leg kicks.
Pikkarainen misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota tried to counter with a leg kick but Pikkarainen avoided it.
Kubota slips under a jab from Pikkarainen.
Kubota stuffs the takedown attempt from Pikkarainen. Pikkarainen gets slowly back to his feet.
Pikkarainen misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
Both fighters circling a little - Kubota finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Pikkarainen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pikkarainen walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.
Kubota lands a high kick!
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
A jab from Pikkarainen misses.
Kubota jabs Pikkarainen right on the nose. Pikkarainen blinks but takes it well.
Both fighters circling a little - Kubota finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Crunch! Kubota slams his shin into Pikkarainen's torso.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Pikkarainen dives in and grabs Kubota's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kubota pushes down on Pikkarainen's head and hops out.
Pikkarainen closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kubota circles away.
Pikkarainen shoots for a double leg takedown but Kubota sprawls well. He's pushed Pikkarainen's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Pikkarainen takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Pikkarainen dives in and grabs Kubota's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kubota pushes down on Pikkarainen's head and hops out.
A solid body kick from Kubota.
Pikkarainen shoots in looking for a takedown but Kubota manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pikkarainen's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Pikkarainen misses with a body shot.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kubota throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kubota feints and then cracks Pikkarainen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pikkarainen down.
Kubota throws a nice head kick!
Kubota scores with a spinning back kick!
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pikkarainen can do to turn this around?
Pikkarainen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
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 jab lands there for Pikkarainen.
Kubota lands with a kick to the temple. Pikkarainen shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kubota slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pikkarainen. #T1#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kubota.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Pikkarainen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Pikkarainen throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Pikkarainen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Pikkarainen misses with a double jab.
Kubota is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota lands a front kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota slips a jab from Pikkarainen.
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!
Pikkarainen misses with an uppercut.
Pikkarainen blocks a head kick by Kubota.
A lazy left from Kubota finds it's target.
Pikkarainen misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Pikkarainen throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Pikkarainen.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota lands a right hook to the body.
Pikkarainen throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Pikkarainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Pikkarainen.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Pikkarainen's front leg but catches the back leg as Pikkarainen tries to avoid it.
Pikkarainen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kubota. That one must have hurt.
Kubota leaves Pikkarainen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota scores with a head kick. Pikkarainen tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kubota works over Pikkarainen's head and body with a nice combination.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Pikkarainen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T3#
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Pikkarainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota lands a nice looking body shot.
Pikkarainen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice shot by Kubota.
Pikkarainen misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota defending well as Pikkarainen loads up on a big left hand.
Pikkarainen swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Pikkarainen stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota lands with a kick to the temple. Pikkarainen shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Pikkarainen walks into a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Pikkarainen's body. Pikkarainen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD2#
Pikkarainen shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T4##ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Kubota manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Pikkarainen drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kubota pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kubota lands a head kick!
Pikkarainen lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kubota circles away quickly and effectively.
Pikkarainen 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.
Kubota scores with a head kick. Pikkarainen tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Pikkarainen fails with the takedown.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pikkarainen throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota half committed to a counter leg kick.
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pikkarainen. That did some damage!
Pikkarainen tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kubota sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pikkarainen somewhat.
Kubota 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.

Takeru Kubota clearly takes 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#
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Pikkarainen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota cracks the inside of Pikkarainen's front leg.
Kubota thuds his shin into the meat of Pikkarainen's side.
Pikkarainen throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pikkarainen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pikkarainen darts in looking for a takedown but Kubota gets double underhooks and turns Pikkarainen into the cage.
Pikkarainen has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Kubota lands an overhand right.
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Pikkarainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Pikkarainen closes the distance and clinches up with Kubota, looking for a takedown. Pikkarainen pushes Kubota against the cage but Kubota circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Pikkarainen in the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pikkarainen is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Pikkarainen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Pikkarainen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Pikkarainen takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Pikkarainen is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Pikkarainen's belly button to the back.#T1#
Pikkarainen 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.
Pikkarainen takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Pikkarainen shoots in looking for a takedown. Kubota tries to sprawl out of it but Pikkarainen keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kubota manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Pikkarainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Pikkarainen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #TD2#
Pikkarainen drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Kubota is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Pikkarainen throws an elbow that misses. Kubota uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Pikkarainen's guard. Nice move by Kubota!#REVR#
Pikkarainen looking for a sweep. Not yet Pikkarainen, not yet. #T2#
Pikkarainen being controlled here, momentarily.
Pikkarainen wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kubota sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SU#
Kubota decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Pikkarainen, up you get!
Kubota staying out of range there.#T3#
Kubota is looking to slow Pikkarainen down with leg kicks.
Pikkarainen misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Pikkarainen's front leg but catches the back leg as Pikkarainen tries to avoid it.
Kubota stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kubota wants it to stay on the feet.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Pikkarainen's body.
Pikkarainen throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Pikkarainen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kubota misses with a few strikes there.
Pikkarainen scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Pikkarainen's head.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pikkarainen.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pikkarainen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Kubota swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A slow jab from Pikkarainen misses its intended target.
Kubota blocks a jab.#T4#
Pikkarainen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pikkarainen.
Kubota scores with a crisp jab that stopped Pikkarainen in his tracks.
Pikkarainen shoots in looking for a takedown but Kubota manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pikkarainen's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kubota lands with a good body shot.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kubota. That's going to slow Pikkarainen down.
Kubota throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Pikkarainen.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice takedown defense from Kubota. No joy for Pikkarainen on that attempt.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Pikkarainen has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Pikkarainen fails with the takedown.
Pikkarainen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota had his way with Pekka Pikkarainen in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
A big right from Pikkarainen misses.
Pikkarainen throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kubota defending well as Pikkarainen loads up on a big left hand.
Pikkarainen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kubota is looking to slow Pikkarainen down with leg kicks.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Pikkarainen's head back.
Pikkarainen dives in and grabs Kubota's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kubota pushes down on Pikkarainen's head and hops out.
Pikkarainen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Pikkarainen tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kubota defends well and Pikkarainen ends up having to push Kubota into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kubota throws a head kick that half lands.
Jab by Kubota.
Pikkarainen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pikkarainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pikkarainen is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Kubota lands with a right hand.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kubota.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pikkarainen throws a body shot but no joy.
Pikkarainen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Pikkarainen shoots in but Kubota avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kubota appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kubota thuds his shin into the meat of Pikkarainen's side.
Pikkarainen fails with a takedown attempt.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pikkarainen sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Pikkarainen's calf.
Pikkarainen misses with a wild body shot.
Pikkarainen has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kubota.
Pekka Pikkarainen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Pikkarainen off balance momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Pikkarainen shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kubota but Kubota pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kubota thinks about countering with a body kick.
Pikkarainen chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Kubota stuffs the takedown attempt from Pikkarainen. Pikkarainen gets slowly back to his feet.
Pikkarainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Pikkarainen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Pikkarainen walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.
Pikkarainen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kubota sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Pikkarainen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kubota swivels and escapes.
Pikkarainen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pikkarainen. That did some damage!
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kubota lands with a slapping head kick.
Pikkarainen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pikkarainen.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kubota keeps Pikkarainen at a distance using the push kick.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Pikkarainen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Pikkarainen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota throws a head kick that Pikkarainen semi-blocks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pikkarainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pikkarainen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Pikkarainen 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A big right from Pikkarainen misses. #T4#
Kubota thuds a left hand into Pikkarainen's body.
Kubota scores with a kick to the body.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Crunch! Kubota slams his shin into Pikkarainen's torso.
Pikkarainen throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Pikkarainen off balance momentarily.
Pikkarainen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Kubota takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Pikkarainen takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Pikkarainen fails with a takedown attempt.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pikkarainen throws out the jab.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota jabs Pikkarainen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Pikkarainen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 50:45
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 50:45
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 50:45

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

Event: EFA 53 Lancaster vs Pendragon
Date: Apr 21, 2018

#R1#
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Foster tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Foster off balance momentarily.
Kubota seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kubota scores with a hook.
Kubota cracks Foster with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Foster tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Foster needs to keep his hands up - Kubota had a free shot at his head there.
Foster wants to clinch up but Kubota keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Foster closes the distance and clinches.
Foster blocking some punches.
A hook to the body from Kubota.
Foster misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Foster uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Foster. #BC#
Kubota manages to break the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota lands a nice hook to Foster's body. Foster takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Foster doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
Foster looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Foster looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #CL2#
Foster clinches with his opponent.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Foster.
Kubota throws a punch but it's blocked by Foster. #BC#
Kubota's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Foster tries to clinch there but Kubota circles away.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Foster tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Foster is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Foster rushes Kubota and presses him up against the cage.
Foster blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Kubota tries a body shot but Foster blocks it.
Nice body punch from Kubota.
Foster tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kubota blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T2#
Kubota misses with some punches.
Kubota scores with a shoulder strike.
Foster tries to break free but Kubota pushes him back against the cage.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota works on Foster's body with a couple of short punches.
Foster blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Kubota - that landed with a thud.
Kubota tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Foster blocks an uppercut.
Kubota digs a right hand underneath Foster's ribcage. Foster let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Kubota. #BC#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Foster tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kubota swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T3#
Kubota scores with a three punch combo!
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kubota.
Kubota digs a good body shot into Foster's ribs.
Foster doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
Foster tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Foster takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Foster fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kubota throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Foster's head.
Kubota swats away the attempt to clinch by Foster.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Foster with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kubota to score with a decent uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Foster takes a kick to the side of the head.
Foster takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL2#
Foster clinches up with Kubota and pushes him back against the cage.
Kubota tries a body shot but Foster blocks it.
Kubota has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Foster fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Foster blocking some punches.
Kubota digs a right hand underneath Foster's ribcage. Foster let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kubota creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A hook to the body from Kubota.
Foster prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Foster misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Foster's elbow.
Kubota lands a right hand.
Foster blocking some punches.
Kubota tries to work over Foster's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota cracks Foster with a nice body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Foster tries to clinch there but Kubota circles away.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota thows a body kick. Foster tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Kubota lands a jab.
Kubota cracks Foster with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Foster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Foster tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Foster avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Kubota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Foster raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Kubota digs a good hook to Foster's body.
Foster's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Foster wants to clinch up but Kubota keeps it at a distance.
Foster fails in his attempt to clinch.
Foster tries to clinch there but Kubota circles away.
Foster is looking to clinch but Kubota is avoiding it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Foster has managed to clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Kubota fails to land.
Foster tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Kubota tries a body shot but Foster blocks it.
A nice left hand lands by Kubota. #BC2#
Foster manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Foster clinches.
Kubota gets through Foster's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Foster's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Foster blocking some punches.
Foster blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Kubota pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Foster tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kubota swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kubota swats away the attempt to clinch by Foster.
The fight stays on the outside here - Foster looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
Kubota digs a good hook to Foster's body.
Foster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Foster tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Foster takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Foster tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kubota swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Foster tries to clinch but Kubota is having none of it.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Foster tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kubota throws a head kick that Foster semi-blocks.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
The fight stays on the outside here - Foster looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kubota lands a head kick. Foster smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Foster has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kubota.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kubota connects with a looping right hand.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Foster's head back.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Foster fails with an attempt to clinch.
Foster takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota lands with a kick to the ribs.
Foster has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kubota.#T3#
Foster tries to clinch up.
Foster takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota lands with a nice body punch.
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Foster can do to turn this around?
Foster tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Foster doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
Kubota takes a swing at Foster's ribcage but misses.
Kubota keeps the fight on the outside.
Foster tries to clinch up.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota.
Foster walks into a jab.
Kubota circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kubota connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Foster momentarily.
Kubota lands a nice looking body shot.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Foster has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Foster. That did some damage!
Foster doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Foster moves in looking to clinch but Kubota pushes him off.
Foster tries to clinch there but Kubota circles away. #CL2#
Foster gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kubota misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4##BC#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Foster tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kubota paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kubota misses with a body shot.
Foster wants to clinch up but Kubota keeps it at a distance.
Kubota keeps the fight on the outside.
Kubota keeps the fight on the outside.
Kubota swats away the attempt to clinch by Foster.
Foster tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kubota throws out a powerful jab.
Kubota throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Foster 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.
Foster is looking to clinch.
Foster is looking to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Foster tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kubota quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
Foster stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Foster has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kubota.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Foster tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kubota half committed to a counter leg kick.
Foster throws a sloppy head kick and Kubota moves out of range easily.
Kubota cracks the inside of Foster's front leg.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kubota darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kubota lands a lovely overhand right.
Kubota scores with a three punch combo!
Foster gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Foster takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Foster's sensitive parts.
Foster is looking to clinch but Kubota is avoiding it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Foster lands a nice uppercut.#BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota's jab looks to have found its range, popping Foster under the eye.
Foster wants to clinch.#T1##CL2#
Foster darts in and clinches Kubota up against the cage.
Foster swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch.
Foster fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Foster tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
As Foster backs away, Kubota returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kubota misses with a head kick.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Foster has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Foster tries to clinch up.
Foster 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.
Kubota connects with a single shot there.
Foster is looking to clinch but Kubota is avoiding it.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Foster's leg. Foster is trying to keep his angry face on.
Foster wants to clinch.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T2#
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Foster takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota lands with a thumping leg kick.
Foster tries to clinch up.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota throws a head kick that half lands.
Foster wants to clinch up but Kubota keeps it at a distance.
Foster takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CL2#
Foster drives through and clinches with Kubota against the cage.
Takeru Kubota has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kubota lands with a right to the head.
Foster tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Foster manages to break the clinch.
Foster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kubota lands with a kick to the ribs.
Foster tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kubota paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Foster has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.#T3#
Kubota bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kubota throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kubota scores with a spinning back kick!
Foster fails with an attempt to clinch.
Foster has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Foster there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kubota throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kubota throws a front kick that sends Foster stumbling back into the cage.
Kubota lands a really nice looking cross but Foster seems unphased.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Foster misses with a straight left.
A head kick misses from Foster.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Foster gets a clinch.
Kubota lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Foster or not. #BC#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Foster tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4##CL2#
Foster rushes Kubota and presses him up against the cage.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Kubota lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Foster has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kubota makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Foster blocking some punches.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota misses with some punches.
Foster blocking some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Foster blocks an uppercut.
Foster prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Foster uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Kubota pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Kubota lands a jab to Foster's midsection.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kubota darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Foster takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kubota connects with a high kick.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Foster wants to clinch.
Kubota jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kubota - that will leave a mark!
Foster tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Foster wants to clinch up but Kubota keeps it at a distance.
Kubota throws a head kick but Foster moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foster has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Foster there as he acknowledges the shot.
Foster takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kubota cracks the inside of Foster's front leg.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Foster tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A leg kick checked by Foster.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Foster's calf.
Foster tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
Foster tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kubota half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kubota lunges at Foster with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Foster's hand.
Kubota swats away the attempt to clinch by Foster.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota.
Foster tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kubota paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Foster clinches. #BC#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Kubota gets tackled into the cage by Foster. Foster maintains the clinch. #BC#
Kubota manages to break the clinch.
Foster takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kubota keeps the fight on the outside.
Kubota half committed to a counter leg kick.#CL2#
Foster has managed to clinch.
Foster blocking some punches.
Kubota lands an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota can't find room to land a body shot as Foster controls the action. #T2#
Kubota misses with the head strike.
Kubota doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kubota looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Foster misses with some punches.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Foster's elbow.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Foster's elbow.
Kubota avoids the elbow strike from Foster, against the cage.
A short left from Kubota.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Kubota lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Foster backwards.
Kubota fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kubota blocking some punches.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Foster. #T3##BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch.
Foster tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kubota throws a front kick that sends Foster stumbling back into the cage.
Kubota throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Foster drives through and clinches with Kubota against the cage.
Foster blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota working aggressively here.
Kubota lands with a light punch inside.
Foster misses with a short punch on the inside.
Foster lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Foster tries to clinch up but Kubota circles away and keeps his distance.
Kubota scores with a body shot.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kubota - that will leave a mark!
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Foster. That did some damage!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kubota scores with a kick to the body. #T4#
Kubota tries a head kick but it misses.
Foster tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kubota paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Foster moves out of range of the body kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota. #CL2#
Foster gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Foster blocking some punches.
Kubota lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Foster backwards.
Kubota misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kubota.
Kubota swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kubota misses with some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kubota creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Kubota on the inside.
Foster prevents a body shot from Kubota.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota had his way with Vince Foster in that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Kubota misses with a body kick.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Foster tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kubota paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kubota smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Foster tries to close the distance and clinch but Kubota swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Foster 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.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kubota thuds his shin into the meat of Foster's side.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Foster tries to clinch but Kubota is having none of it.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Foster tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Foster fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kubota is looking to slow Foster down with leg kicks.
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Foster in the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Foster tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Good leg kick by Kubota there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kubota throws a leg kick but Foster checks it. #T1#
Kubota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
It appears Kubota was looking to counter with a kick there.
Foster blocks a leg kick.
Kubota circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kubota lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Foster tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kubota manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Foster tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Foster has closed the distance and engaged Kubota in a clinch.
Foster prevents a body shot from Kubota.
Foster misses with the head strike.
Foster swings wildly with an uppercut but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kubota lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Foster blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kubota digs a right hand into Foster's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Foster's gas tank. #BC2#
Foster breaks from the clinch. #T2#
Foster 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.
Foster avoids the body shot from Kubota.
Foster tries to clinch up but Kubota circles away and keeps his distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Foster looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Foster wants to clinch.
Foster throws a head kick that misses.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Foster looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kubota lands with a nice body kick.
Kubota circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kubota tried to counter with a leg kick but Foster avoided it.
Foster doesn't manage to clinch there - Kubota circles away.
Foster avoids the head kick by Kubota.
Foster is trying to counter with his kicks.
Foster is looking to clinch but Kubota is avoiding it. #CL2#
Foster clinches with his opponent.
Kubota has a couple of punches blocked by Foster. #T3#
Kubota throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Fosters head.
Kubota misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kubota tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Foster's elbow.
Kubota scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kubota.
Kubota pushes Foster back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Foster wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kubota creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Foster is looking to clinch but Kubota is avoiding it.
Kubota half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kubota throws a shot to the body.
Kubota connects with a crisp jab.
Kubota jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Foster tries to clinch up but Kubota circles away and keeps his distance.
And Kubota counters with a quick kick to the body but Foster blocks it.#T4#
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota lands a head shot.
Foster tries to clinch but Kubota is having none of it. #CL2#
Foster darts in and clinches Kubota up against the cage.
Kubota gets through Foster's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kubota swings wildly with an uppercut but Foster uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Kubota breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vince Foster has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Foster swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Foster tries to clinch up.
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Foster tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Foster pushes Kubota up against the cage in a clinch.
Foster swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kubota blocks an uppercut.
Foster throws a punch but it's blocked by Kubota.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kubota 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 50:45
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 50:44
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota retains his bantamweight title!
Takeru Kubota took some time post fight to say the following; 'Yesterday was my 21st birthday and I am defending Champion. This is my destiny. I am the future.'.

Event: EFA 41 Pavlov vs Kubota
Date: Mar 24, 2018

#R1##TD#
Pavlov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Pavlov controlling the action here.
Kubota won't allow Pavlov to pass to mount.
Kubota is trying to stand back up but Pavlov is controlling him
Kubota really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Pavlov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Pavlov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kubota doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pavlov. #SUB#
Pavlov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kubota sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pavlov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kubota doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pavlov. #T1#
Pavlov is controlling the pace. #SUB#
Pavlov wants to work for an arm triangle but Kubota is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kubota holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Kubota looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Pavlov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Pavlov is looking for a kimura but Kubota is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pavlov to get the leverage.
Kubota trying to control but Pavlov postures up. #SUB#
Pavlov wants to work for an arm triangle but Kubota is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Pavlov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Pavlov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kubota sees it coming and defends easily.#T3##SUB#
Pavlov is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Pavlov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kubota wants to control but Pavlov passes into side.
Pavlov tries to advance to mount but can't. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pavlov is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kubota's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB#
Pavlov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kubota is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Pavlov slows the pace down.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pavlov trying to control the action but Kubota is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matvey Pavlov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Kubota cracks Pavlov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kubota thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Pavlov if he has to take too many more of those. #TD#
Kubota gets caught flat footed, as Pavlov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Pavlov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kubota swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kubota keeping moving, preventing Pavlov from controlling successfully.
Kubota pulls Pavlov in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Pavlov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kubota has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1#
Kubota is not content to let Pavlov control the position.
Kubota can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Pavlov tries for a kimura but Kubota is defending well.
Kubota is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Pavlov trying to control the position but Kubota is working away. #SUB#
Pavlov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kubota is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kubota is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Pavlov asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB#
Pavlov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Pavlov is looking to take a break and control but Kubota is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
Pavlov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kubota, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Pavlov tries for a kimura but Kubota is defending well. #SUB#
Pavlov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kubota rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Pavlov's guard! Nice work there by Kubota! #T4#
Kubota preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Pavlov has his foot on Kubota's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kubota works his way back into a safe position though.
Pavlov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Kubota being controlled here momentarily.
Matvey Pavlov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Pavlov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Pavlov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pavlov pulls Kubota in close to his closed guard and prevents Kubota from doing any damage or advancing position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matvey Pavlov dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pavlov is defended easily by Kubota.
Pavlov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kubota avoids it really well and circles away.
Kubota jabs Pavlov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Pavlov walks into a jab.
Pavlov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kubota can do to turn this around?
Pavlov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Pavlov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Pavlov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Pavlov lands in his opponent's guard.
Kubota is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
Pavlov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Pavlov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kubota has escaped the position, nice work there.
Pavlov wants to control but Kubota is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Pavlov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Pavlov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kubota tries to buck Pavlov off but Pavlov is having none of it.#T2##SUB#
Pavlov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kubota can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Pavlov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kubota is looking to reverse the position.#T3##SUB#
Pavlov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Kubota gets back to half guard.
Pavlov moves nicely into side control.
Kubota tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Pavlov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kubota has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Pavlov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kubota has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Pavlov but great work by Kubota.#T4#
Pavlov is not content to let Kubota control the position.
Kubota tries to stand but Pavlov controls the position and pulls Kubota into his guard. #SUB#
Pavlov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kubota is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Pavlov has his foot on Kubota's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kubota works his way back into a safe position though.
Pavlov is trying to keep Kubota in close.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pavlov wants to sweep here but Kubota controlling him for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Takeru Kubota just about did enough to take it.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Pavlov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Pavlov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Crunch! Kubota slams his shin into Pavlov's torso.
Pavlov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kubota lands a head kick. Pavlov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Pavlov dives in and grabs Kubota's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kubota pushes down on Pavlov's head and hops out.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pavlov.
Kubota looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matvey Pavlov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kubota connects with the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pavlov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kubota plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T1#
Kubota feints and then cracks Pavlov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pavlov down.
Kubota cracks the inside of Pavlov's front leg.
Pavlov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kubota is fending him off so far but Pavlov persists. Nope, Kubota circles away and we're back to standing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kubota throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Pavlov.
Pavlov darts in looking for a takedown but Kubota gets double underhooks and turns Pavlov into the cage.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Pavlov's sensitive parts.
Kubota leaves Pavlov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Pavlov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kubota but Kubota pushes him off and we're back to square one.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Pavlov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Pavlov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kubota stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kubota wants it to stay on the feet.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Pavlov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Pavlov 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.
Matvey Pavlov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota thumps Pavlov with a low kick.
Pavlov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kubota sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pavlov somewhat.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kubota - that will leave a mark!
Kubota connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pavlov's hands.
Pavlov shoots in looking for a takedown. Kubota tries to sprawl out of it but Pavlov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kubota manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kubota's jab looks to have found its range, popping Pavlov under the eye.
Kubota stuffs the takedown.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3#
Kubota is looking to slow Pavlov down with leg kicks.
Kubota stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kubota wants it to stay on the feet.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Pavlov's sensitive parts.
Kubota wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Pavlov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kubota.
Pavlov 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.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kubota cracks the inside of Pavlov's front leg.
Nice takedown defense from Kubota. No joy for Pavlov on that attempt.
Pavlov 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.
Pavlov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kubota. That's going to slow Pavlov down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pavlov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kubota, right into the meat.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Pavlov's leg. Pavlov is trying to keep his angry face on.#T4#
Pavlov fails with a takedown attempt.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pavlov. That did some damage!
Kubota cracks Pavlov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#TD#
Pavlov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kubota on his heels. He'll look to pass Kubota's guard now, I'm sure.
Kubota is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #ES2#
Kubota pushes Pavlov off and scrambles back to his feet. #TD#
Pavlov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kubota on his heels. He'll look to pass Kubota's guard now, I'm sure.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pavlov looking to sit in guard and control but Kubota gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that fourth round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Pavlov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kubota's waist but Kubota gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pavlov off to one side.
Pavlov looks for a takedown but Kubota sprawls well.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Pavlov off balance momentarily.
Kubota explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota lunges at Pavlov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Pavlov's hand.
Kubota bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kubota throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Pavlov's head.
Kubota misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pavlov will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Good exchange - Kubota coming out on top.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matvey Pavlov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pavlov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Pavlov dives in for a single leg takedown but Kubota sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T1#
Kubota scores with a hook to the body. Pavlov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kubota feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Pavlovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Good leg kick by Kubota there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kubota goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Kubota stuffs the takedown attempt from Pavlov. Pavlov gets slowly back to his feet.
Pavlov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Pavlov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Kubota is looking to slow Pavlov down with leg kicks.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Pavlov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kubota - the referee stops the clock and Pavlov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kubota. Pavlov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#TD#
Pavlov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Pavlov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kubota doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pavlov.
Pavlov prevents Kubota from improving his position.#T2##SUB#
Kubota is defending against the submission attempts here by Pavlov.
Kubota is trying to stand back up but Pavlov is controlling him #T3##SUB#
Pavlov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kubota is just riding it out for now. Pavlov eventually gives up the hold.
Pavlov is keen to just control but Kubota is a slippery customer.
Pavlov trying to mount his opponent but Kubota defends it. #SUB#
Pavlov is working for a kimura but Kubota is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Pavlov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Pavlov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kubota has managed to free his arm - good work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pavlov is keen to just control but Kubota is a slippery customer.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 48:47
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 46:48
Judge Josh West scores the fight 46:48

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota is the new bantamweight champion!
A less than humble Takeru Kubota misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Matvey Pavlov spoke after the fight, saying 'Honestly shocked I haven't lost sooner. Never Boxed or done Muay Thai a day in my life. This MMA thing was temporary until some grappling orgs came about'.

Event: EFA 30 Coldbane vs Roscow Jr
Date: Feb 25, 2018

#R1#
Kotrc looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nice shot by Kubota.
Kotrc misses with a takedown
and Kubota counters with a nice uppercut.
Kubota throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kotrc on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kotrc tries for a takedown but Kubota sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Petr Kotrc. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Kotrc.
Kotrc throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kubota cracks Kotrc with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kubota with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota lands with a kick to the temple. Kotrc shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Kotrc misses with a takedown attempt - Kubota sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
Kotrc fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kotrc looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CL#
Kotrc closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kotrc is trying to stall. #BC2#
Kubota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kubota has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kotrc is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kubota scores with a kick to the body.
Kubota lands with a kick to the temple. Kotrc shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kubota throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kubota lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kotrc shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Kubota counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kotrc tries to clinch but Kubota moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kotrc needs to keep his hands up - Kubota had a free shot at his head there.
Kotrc gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kubota.
Kubota scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Kubota is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kotrc had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T2#
Kubota connects with a body shot.
Kotrc closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kubota circles away.
Kotrc throws a right hand that Kubota ducks under and follows up with a left that Kubota also avoids with ease.
Kotrc walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kubota tests Kotrc's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD#
Kotrc gets a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Kubota manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Kotrc keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Kotrc is breathing heavily.
Kubota lands a nice uppercut.
Kubota gets through Kotrc's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kubota lands a shoulder strike.
Kubota lands a body punch.
Kotrc controlling the action here for a moment.
Kubota makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3#
Kotrc is trying to break the clinch but Kubota is controlling him.#BC2#
Kubota breaks from the clinch.
Kubota thuds his shin into the meat of Kotrc's side.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A head kick from Kubota lands but Kotrc takes it in his stride.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Kotrc's body.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kotrc takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kubota scores with a head kick.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kotrc takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Kotrc off balance momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota digs a good body shot into Kotrc's ribs.
Kubota connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kotrc. Kotrc circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T4#
A thudding body kick lands there by Kubota!
Kubota scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Kotrc takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kubota throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Kotrc.
Kotrc shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kubota pinned against the cage. Kubota gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kotrc. That did some damage!
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kotrc. That did some damage!
Kubota thuds a left hand into Kotrc's body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kotrc walks into a stiff left hand from Kubota.
Kubota keeps the fight on the outside.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kubota throws a one two combo.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Kotrc on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kubota jabs at Kotrc's body.
Kubota connects with a high kick.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Kotrc's body. Kotrc takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kotrc really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Kotrc shoots in looking for a takedown. Kubota tries to sprawl out of it but Kotrc keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kubota manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kotrc or perhaps it was just good defense by Kubota, which made it look bad.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kotrc fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Petr Kotrc. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Kotrc with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kubota thows a body kick. Kotrc tries to catch it but that hurt him.
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!
Kubota lands with a nice body punch. #T1#
Kotrc doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kubota counters with an outside leg kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota.
Kubota is looking to slow Kotrc down with leg kicks.
Kotrc fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kotrc sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Jab, jab by Kubota - just one landing.
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kotrc.
Kotrc fails with a takedown attempt.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota. #T2#
Kotrc on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kotrc's calf.
Kubota digs a good body shot into Kotrc's ribs.
Kubota lands with a kick to the temple. Kotrc shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kubota throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kubota works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Kotrc's body. Kotrc takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kubota with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kubota with a jab.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kotrc tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kubota swivels and escapes.
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Kotrc with an uppercut!
Kubota's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kotrc under the eye.
Kotrc on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
A shot to the liver by Kubota. Beautiful body shot.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Kotrc looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T3#
Kotrc dives in and grabs Kubota's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kubota pushes down on Kotrc's head and hops out.
Kotrc takes one on the button.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kubota 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.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Kubota lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kotrc will feel that in the morning.
Kotrc will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
A solid body kick from Kubota.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kubota.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Kotrc misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kotrc takes one to the chin there.
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!
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kotrc's sensitive parts. #T4#
Kubota explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kotrc.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. Kotrc looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kubota ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kubota fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kotrc looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
A left lands for Kubota.
Kotrc is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kubota connects with a single shot there.
A head kick from Kubota lands but Kotrc takes it in his stride.
Kotrc looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kotrc takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kubota lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kotrc swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kubota, as that shot connected.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kubota!
Kubota feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kotrcs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kotrc takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #TD#
Kotrc shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kubota is trying to defend but Kotrc finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES2#
Kubota kicks Kotrc off and gets back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice sprawl there from Kubota as Kotrc shoots in.
Kotrc backing away here, and Kubota unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kotrc throws an off balance right hand
and Kubota counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Petr Kotrc is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kubota lands with a nice body punch.
Kotrc takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota scores with a push kick.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kotrc has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kubota lands a high kick!
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kotrc shoots in for a double leg but Kubota sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kotrc tries for a takedown but Kubota circles away easily
and Kotrc takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Petr Kotrc. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kotrc's calf.
Kubota connects with a high kick.
Kubota lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kubota lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kubota lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kotrc will feel that in the morning.
Kotrc dives in and grabs Kubota's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kubota pushes down on Kotrc's head and hops out.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kotrc wants to clinch up but Kubota keeps it at a distance.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Kotrc's body. Kotrc takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kubota bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kubota lands a nice shot to the body.
Kubota cracks the inside of Kotrc's front leg.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kubota, as that shot connected.
That kick from Kubota tenderised Kotrc's leg. Kotrc is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kotrc is looking to wear down Kubota with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kubota connects with a nice looking jab.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kotrc shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kubota as he avoids it easily.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Kubota has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kotrc takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kubota connects with a high kick.
Kotrc takes a head kick and keeps coming. #T3#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kubota. Kotrc shrugs it off though.
Kotrc doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kotrc shoots in but no luck this time.
Kubota throws a head kick that Kotrc semi-blocks.
Kotrc shoots in for a takedown but Kubota shows good takedown defense.
Kubota connects with a high kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kubota.
Takeru Kubota is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kubota keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kotrc looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kubota bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kotrc's head backwards.
Kotrc takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kubota fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T4#
Kotrc stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Kubota scores with a head kick.
Kotrc shoots in for a takedown but Kubota shows good takedown defense.
Kotrc tries to clinch
and Kubota counters with a stiff right hand.
Kotrc shoots in for a double leg but Kubota sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Both fighters circling a little - Kubota finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kotrc drops his hands momentarily and Kubota takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kubota lands a jab to Kotrc's midsection.
Kubota throws a nice head kick!
Kotrc sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Petr Kotrc has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kubota connects with a right hand. Kotrc shakes it off.
Kotrc motions for Kubota to come forward. Kotrc throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kubota was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kotrc takes a kick to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kubota 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 24:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 24:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!

Event: EFA 21 Kraag vs Colbane
Date: Feb 04, 2018

#R1#
Suluhu shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kubota as he jumps to the side.
Kubota throws out a counter right but Suluhu avoids it with no problem.
Suluhu scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Suluhu throws a shot to the body. #TD#
Suluhu shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kubota is trying to defend but Suluhu finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Suluhu sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota is looking for a sweep. Suluhu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Suluhu is keen to just control but Kubota is a slippery customer.
Kubota is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Suluhu scores with a couple of nice shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Suluhu not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kubota is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kubota is refusing to be controlled, as Suluhu sits in half guard.
Suluhu throwing shots but Kubota is blocking nicely. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kubota avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Suluhu.
Nice strikes from Suluhu there.
Suluhu stalling away here and it's allowed Kubota to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Suluhu postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Suluhu in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Suluhu looking to pass the guard.
Suluhu wants to control from the top but Kubota keeps moving.
Suluhu throwing strikes from guard but Kubota blocks nicely.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T3#
Suluhu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kubota misses with an uppercut. Suluhu saw that one coming.
Suluhu has a takedown stuffed.
Suluhu shoots in for a double leg but Kubota sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kassim Suluhu. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Suluhu shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Kubota is trying to stand back up but Suluhu is controlling him #T4#
Suluhu lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kubota has hold of Suluhu's hands but Suluhu slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Suluhu wants to take a breather but Kubota is having none of it.
Kubota trying to control here.
Kubota slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Suluhu trying to control the position from guard on top but Kubota is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Suluhu throwing strikes but missing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kassim Suluhu dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Suluhu shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kubota is trying to defend but Suluhu finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Suluhu is keen to just control but Kubota is a slippery customer.
Suluhu stalling away here and it's allowed Kubota to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Kubota keeping moving, preventing Suluhu from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Suluhu is stalling in the full guard.
Suluhu looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Suluhu trying to control but Kubota is working from the bottom.
Suluhu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Suluhu.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kubota drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Suluhu misses with a body shot.
Kubota loads up on a big right hand but Suluhu slips the punch.
Kubota stuffs the takedown attempt from Suluhu. Suluhu gets slowly back to his feet.
Suluhu fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kassim Suluhu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Suluhu shoots in looking for a takedown. Kubota tries to sprawl out of it but Suluhu keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kubota manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kubota! But no joy.
Kubota has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#T3#
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Suluhu pushes Kubota away with a front kick.
Suluhu fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Suluhu connects with a body shot that sends Kubota's belly button to the back.#T4#
Kubota blocks the body kick.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota wants to slow Suluhu down by chopping away at his legs.
Kubota uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Suluhu has time to react.
No luck for Suluhu with that takedown attempt.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kubota throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota throws a jab but it's blocked by Suluhu.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Suluhu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kubota.
Suluhu is looking to land body kicks.
Kubota keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kubota slaps away a takedown attempt from Suluhu, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Suluhu shoots in looking for a takedown but Kubota manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Suluhu's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kassim Suluhu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Suluhu throws a body kick that misses.
A nice side step and Kubota releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kubota takes a swing at Suluhu's ribcage but misses.
Suluhu shoots and misses
and Kubota counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kubota defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Suluhu.#T1#
Kubota lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#TD#
Suluhu shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kubota napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SU#
Suluhu stands up and beckons Kubota to his feet.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Suluhu off balance momentarily.
Kubota avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
Suluhu blocks a head kick by Kubota.
Suluhu misses the shot to the body.
Kubota let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T2#
Kubota fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Suluhu manages to avoid it.
Suluhu feinted with a counter takedown.
Suluhu fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Suluhu.
Kubota wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Suluhu looks for a takedown but Kubota sprawls well.
Suluhu fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Suluhu feinted with a counter takedown.#T3#
Kubota waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Suluhu.
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Suluhu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A slapping body kick lands there for Suluhu.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Suluhu takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kubota misses with a hook. Suluhu ducked under it nicely.
Suluhu misses with a body shot.
Kubota takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Suluhu tries to land a front kick but Kubota steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Suluhu staying out of range there.
Suluhu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Suluhu goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kubota now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#TD#
Suluhu manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kubota on his heels. He'll look to pass Kubota's guard now, I'm sure.
Kubota pulls Suluhu in to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kubota bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Suluhu's guard. #REVB#
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!
Kubota pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Suluhu is keeping the position for now.
Suluhu wants to stand but Kubota is controlling the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kubota 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!

Event: Bushido 65: Wright vs. Darko
Date: Aug 19, 2017

#R1#
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bakker's calf.
Bakker swings widly with a right hand
and Kubota counters with a body kick that stops Bakker in his tracks momentarily.
Bakker swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bakker misses with an uppercut
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakker throws a good cross that connects.
Bakker uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bakker throws a head kick that misses
and Kubota counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kubota takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kubota with a body punch. A glancing blow.
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!
Decent striking displayed by Kubota there.
Kubota fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bakker on the side of the head.
Nice cross by Kubota.#T1#
Kubota throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bakker throws a sloppy body shot
and Kubota counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Bakker lands a slapping body shot.
Bakker takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bakker has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kubota finds it's way round the side to connect with Bakker's head.
Bakker throws a leg kick
and Kubota counters with a nice low kick that buckles Bakker's knee momentarily.
A low kick from Bakker is predictable there
and Kubota makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bakker connects with a solid leg kick.
Kubota cracks Bakker with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakker misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kubota counters with a nice body shot.
Bakker avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bakker throws a poor cross that misses
and Kubota counters with a nice body shot.
Kubota lands a nice shot that snaps Bakker's head back.
Bakker throws a lazy uppercut
and Kubota counters with a good, hard body kick but Bakker shrugs it off.
Bakker misses with a hook
and Kubota counters with a stiff right hand.
Bakker tests Kubota's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kubota digs a good body shot into Bakker's ribs.#T3#
Nice body punch from Bakker.
Kubota on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bakker. Bakker obviously looking to wear him down.
Kubota scores with a shot to the body.
Bakker lands a nice shot that snaps Kubota's head back.
Bakker misses with a hook to the body
and Kubota counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bakker's calf.
Kubota connects with a single shot there.
Bakker has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kubota.
Bakker throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakker misses with a combination
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kubota moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects. #ROC2#
Bakker is rocked!
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Bakker misses with a lunging right hand
and Kubota counters with a right hand to the body.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota scores with a sloppy right hand. Bakker should have avoided that one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
That kick from Bakker tenderised Kubota's leg. Kubota is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bakker takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kubota scores with a hook to the body. Bakker takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Takeru Kubota seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bakker misses with a lunging right hand
and Kubota counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Kubota slips under a jab.
Bakker lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bakker throws a looping overhand right but Kubota ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kubota lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bakker at a distance.
Bakker lands an overhand right.
Kubota has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kubota jabs at Bakker's body.#T1#
Bakker turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bakker misses with a straight right.
Bakker moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bakker throws a right hand that misses
and Kubota connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakker swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kubota counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bakker. That did some damage!
Bakker misses with a head kick.
Kubota is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bakker with a body shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Bakker might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Kubota throws a head kick that Bakker semi-blocks.
Bakker throws a poor cross that misses
and Kubota makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2#
Kubota cracks Bakker with a good jab.
Oh Bakker is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakker throws an off balance right hand
and Kubota counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bakker seems to have got his legs back now.
Kubota jabs at Bakker's body.
Bakker on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bakker throws a lazy body kick
and Kubota counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakker throws an off balance right hand
and Bakker takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kubota lands the left hand.
Kubota lands with a nice body punch.
Bakker 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.#T3#
Kubota dips to his left and cracks Bakker with an uppercut!
Bakker misses with a leg kick
and Kubota makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Bakker really felt that one!
Bakker misses with a leg kick
and Kubota counters with a nice low kick that buckles Bakker's knee momentarily.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bakker. That did some damage!
Bakker lands a jab.
Kubota scores with a jab to the head.
Kubota thuds his right hand into Bakker's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects. #T4#
Bakker misses with a right hand
and Kubota cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A low kick from Bakker misses
and Kubota counters with an outside leg kick.
Bakker misses with a low kick as Kubota jumps back.
Bakker pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bakker is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bakker takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bakker connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kubota. Kubota circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bakker swings widly with a right hand
and Bakker takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Kubota showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Bakker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kubota is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bakker with a body shot.
Bakker misses the jab.
Bakker gets off balance looking for a body kick#KD2#
and Kubota counters with a crisp one two that drops Bakker! Kubota thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Bakker to his feet! Bakker is in big trouble!
Kubota dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kubota scores with a body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Bakker 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kubota lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bakker's sensitive parts.
Bakker swings widly with a right hand
and Kubota counters with a nice low kick that buckles Bakker's knee momentarily.
Bakker looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakker avoids the head kick by Kubota. #T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Bakker.
Bakker stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kubota.
Bakker throws a poor cross that misses
and Kubota counters with a right hand to the body.
Kubota throws a head kick that misses.
A shot to the body from Bakker misses
enabling Kubota to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakker will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Donk. Kubota catches Bakker right on the button with a cross.
Kubota slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kubota moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T2#
Kubota punishes Bakker's body with a nice straight punch.
Kubota lands a jab to the nose.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kubota ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kubota cracks Bakker with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bakker gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kubota lands a brutal head kick. Bakker looks out on his feet and Kubota throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Takeru Kubota!

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