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Event:
WeInSyd 10
Date: May 02, 2018 |
#R1#
RestInPiece looks to score with a jab to the body but Lampshade is just out of range.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch but RestInPiece swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lampshade tries to clinch but RestInPiece moves out of range.
Lampshade tries to clinch up but RestInPiece circles away and keeps his distance.
RestInPiece drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lampshade sprawls and moves away.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but RestInPiece paws at him with a jab and circles away.
RestInPiece is looking for a counter combo.
Lampshade shoots and misses #CL#
and RestInPiece moves into the clinch.
Lampshade wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but RestInPiece has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
RestInPiece escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
RestInPiece pushes Lampshade up against the cage in a clinch.
Lampshade tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Lampshade goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lampshade misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lampshade misses with the head strike.
#TD#
RestInPiece jumps into guard, dragging Lampshade to the mat.
RestInPiece wants to sweep here but Lampshade controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
RestInPiece is looking for a triangle but Lampshade pushes his legs off easily.
#T1#
RestInPiece keeping moving, preventing Lampshade from controlling successfully.
Lampshade wants to get up but he can't break RestInPiece's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Lampshade wants to control from the top but RestInPiece keeps moving. #SUB#
RestInPiece is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lampshade is aware though and is defending well.
Lampshade wants to stand but RestInPiece is controlling his posture from full guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
RestInPiece seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch but RestInPiece swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
RestInPiece has closed the distance and engaged Lampshade in a clinch.
#TD#
RestInPiece pulls Lampshade into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
RestInPiece wants to sweep here but Lampshade controlling him for the moment. #T2##SUB2#
Lampshade is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! RestInPiece is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! RestInPiece has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Lampshade looking for a guillotine here but RestInPiece defends easily.
Lampshade keeping moving, preventing RestInPiece from controlling successfully.
RestInPiece throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
RestInPiece content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lampshade is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst RestInPiece is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
RestInPiece got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lampshade has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, RestInPiece has managed to get both his arms back between Lampshade's legs - danger averted.#SU#
RestInPiece stands up from Lampshade's guard - RestInPiece perhaps looking for a knockout. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but RestInPiece paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lampshade looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A quick step to the side and RestInPiece tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Taga Lampshade seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Lampshade drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#ES#
RestInPiece explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Lampshade tries to clinch but RestInPiece is having none of it.
RestInPiece throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lampshade.
Lampshade wants to clinch up but RestInPiece keeps it at a distance.
RestInPiece swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lampshade tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lampshade connects with a leg kick. RestInPiece looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #CL#
RestInPiece moves into the clinch.
Lampshade jumps guard but RestInPiece turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lampshade tries to throw a body punch but RestInPiece avoids it by throwing Lampshade back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Machiavelli RestInPiece dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
RestInPiece thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Lampshade if he has to take too many more of those.
Lampshade tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lampshade tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. RestInPiece manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lampshade just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRestInPiece.#CL#
RestInPiece closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
RestInPiece manages to break the clinch.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch but RestInPiece swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
RestInPiece is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lampshade can do to turn this around?
RestInPiece keeps the fight on the outside.
RestInPiece throwing a counter right hand but Lampshade manages to avoid it.
Lampshade wants to clinch
and RestInPiece counters with a two punch combo.
We've been told by RestInPiece's head coaches at Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but RestInPiece paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lampshade is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RestInPiece lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
RestInPiece keeps the fight on the outside.
RestInPiece tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Lampshade manages to circle out of the way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from RestInPiece.
RestInPiece throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lampshade's waist but Lampshade gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing RestInPiece off to one side. #T1##CL2#
Lampshade gets a clinch.
Lampshade tries a body shot but RestInPiece blocks it.
RestInPiece digs a right hand underneath Lampshade's ribcage. Lampshade let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lampshade tries to pull guard but RestInPiece holds him up against the cage and eventually Lampshade drops back down to his feet.
RestInPiece drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Machiavelli RestInPiece. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
RestInPiece ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. RestInPiece no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Lampshade trying to stand up but can't free himself from RestInPiece's guard.
Machiavelli RestInPiece overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
RestInPiece preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Lampshade thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
RestInPiece bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lampshade's guard. #REVR##T2#
RestInPiece forces his way into half guard.
RestInPiece stalling. #SUB#
RestInPiece is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
RestInPiece thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
RestInPiece is working for a kimura but Lampshade is defending it quite comfortably.
#T3#
Lampshade avoiding damage under a succession of punches from RestInPiece.
RestInPiece looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
RestInPiece controlling the action here.
RestInPiece seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Lampshade for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SU#
RestInPiece decides to return to a standing position.
RestInPiece lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by RestInPiece.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lampshade fails with an attempt to clinch.
RestInPiece looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A decent looking body kick lands there for RestInPiece.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Machiavelli RestInPiece dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch but RestInPiece swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Machiavelli RestInPiece is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
RestInPiece misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lampshade with the counter takedown but RestInPiece avoids it easily.
Lampshade tries to clinch up but RestInPiece circles away and keeps his distance.
Lampshade tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but RestInPiece paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lampshade fails with the takedown
and RestInPiece counters with a right hand to the body. #CL2#
Lampshade has RestInPiece up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC#
RestInPiece breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
RestInPiece gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RestInPiece digs a right hand underneath Lampshade's ribcage. Lampshade let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
RestInPiece breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from RestInPiece is defended easily by Lampshade.#T1#
Lampshade darts in looking for a takedown but RestInPiece gets double underhooks and turns Lampshade into the cage.
Lampshade takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT#
It looks like Taga Lampshade has been cut.
Lampshade takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lampshade tries to clinch there but RestInPiece circles away.
Lampshade looks to clinch #KD#
and RestInPiece counters with a crisp one two that drops Lampshade! RestInPiece thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Lampshade to his feet! Lampshade is in big trouble!#CL#
RestInPiece takes the fight into the clinch.
RestInPiece taking a breather.
Lampshade throws an elbow but it misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Lampshade just misses with a elbow thrown towards RestInPiece's brow. #TD2#
Lampshade manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
RestInPiece is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
RestInPiece's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T2##SUB#
RestInPiece postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Lampshade is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of RestInPiece, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
RestInPiece working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lampshade doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lampshade manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
RestInPiece controlling the position.#T3#
Lampshade trying to control but RestInPiece is working from the bottom.
Lampshade wants to stand but RestInPiece is controlling his posture from full guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
RestInPiece looking to control.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nice sprawl there from Lampshade as RestInPiece shoots in.#CL2#
Lampshade has managed to clinch.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD#
RestInPiece gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Lampshade is striking off his back. RestInPiece thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard.
RestInPiece looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
RestInPiece is thwarting Lampshade's attempts to control the position.
Lampshade misses with some strikes from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lampshade tries to roll over but RestInPiece keeps him under control.
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 Machiavelli RestInPiece.
Well RestInPiece 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Machiavelli RestInPiece!
The defeated Taga Lampshade had this to say: 'All I can do is work on correcting my mistakes, first time out there was a good experience. '.
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Event:
WeInSyd 6
Date: Apr 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Lampshade fails with an attempt to clinch.
It looked like Diaz was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2#
Lampshade clinches up with Diaz and pushes him back against the cage.
Lampshade stops a takedown attempt from Diaz.
Lampshade tries to pull guard but Diaz won't allow it.
Diaz is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Lampshade gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Lampshade tries to pull guard but Diaz won't allow it.
Lampshade can't get the takedown.
Cain Diaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Taga Lampshade.
Diaz is looking for a takedown.
Diaz is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Lampshade pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Diaz is looking for a takedown.
Lampshade creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Diaz's defenses. #CUT2#
It looks like Cain Diaz has been cut.
Lampshade trying to land knees to the body.
Lampshade tries to throw a body punch but Diaz avoids it by throwing Lampshade back against the cage.
Diaz takes a knee to the side of the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz is working for takedown but Lampshade is calmly controlling the position for now.
Diaz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Diaz has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lampshade avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Lampshade misses with a body punch.
Diaz wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC2#
Lampshade escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T1#
Lampshade looks to clinch
and Diaz counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Lampshade clinches up with Diaz and pushes him back against the cage.
Diaz has Lampshade pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Lampshade manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Lampshade working aggressively here.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Diaz is trying to drag Lampshade to the mat but Lampshade just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Diaz tries for a takedown. No joy.
Lampshade is trying to pull guard but Diaz turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Diaz drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lampshade gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Diaz drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lampshade gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Lampshade doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T2#
Diaz is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Lampshade is defending well.
Lampshade looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Diaz drops down looking for an ankle pick but Lampshade pulls his leg out and moves away.
Lampshade misses with a takedown attempt
and Diaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lampshade swings widly with a right hand
and Diaz counters with a left to the body.
Diaz walks into a jab.
Lampshade darts in trying to clinch
and Diaz counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lampshade moves to clinch but Diaz breaks away
and Diaz counters with a right hand 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!
Lampshade wants to clinch
and Diaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Lampshade shoots for a takedown but Diaz saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Diaz is looking for a counter combo.
Lampshade wants to clinch
and Diaz counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lampshade looks winded!
Lampshade moves to clinch but Diaz breaks away
and Diaz counters with a straight right hand.
Diaz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lampshade closes the distance looking to clinch
and Diaz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lampshade tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Diaz counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T4#
Lampshade darts in trying to clinch
letting Diaz counter with a right hand.
Lampshade tries to clinch but Diaz moves away
letting Diaz counter with a right hand.
Lampshade wants to clinch but Diaz slips to the side
and Diaz counters with a stiff right hand.
Lampshade wants to clinch
and Diaz counters with a stiff right hand.
Lampshade wants to clinch#KD#
and Diaz counters with a nice right hand that sends Lampshade toppling to the canvas! Lampshade scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Diaz finish 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!
Lampshade tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Diaz counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lampshade darts in trying to clinch
and Diaz counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lampshade thinking.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cain Diaz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Cain Diaz's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Lampshade moves to clinch but Diaz breaks away
and Diaz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Taga Lampshade seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lampshade throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lampshade takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Diaz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lampshade can do to turn this around?
Lampshade darts in trying to clinch
and Lampshade takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lampshade misses with a body punch
and Diaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Lampshade has his takedown stuffed
and Diaz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lampshade misses with a takedown attempt
letting Diaz counter with a right hand.
Lampshade misses with a takedown
and Diaz counters with a series of strikes that practically lifts Lampshade off his feet! He tumbles backwards, his head bouncing off the mat - Diaz follows up with more strikes before the ref can step in but Lampshade was out before he hit the floor.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Cain Diaz!
After winning the bout, Cain Diaz thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Taga Lampshade stepped up to the mic, saying 'All I can do is work on correcting my mistakes, first time out there was a good experience. '.
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Event:
SyFi 18
Date: Mar 02, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Lampshade drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Lampshade must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lampshade landing some decent shots from guard.
Nielsen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lampshade.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Nielsen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lampshade wants to pass the guard but Nielsen is keeping the position.#SUB#
Nielsen working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lampshade doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lampshade manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lampshade looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Nielsen is looking for a triangle but Lampshade pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lampshade is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #CUT2#
It looks like Alexander Nielsen has been cut.#SUB#
Nielsen looking for a triangle here. Lampshade is fighting it but it looks tight! Nielsen pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Lampshade is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Alexander Nielsen!
The defeated Taga Lampshade had this to say: 'All I can do is work on correcting my mistakes, first time out there was a good experience. '.
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Event:
SyFi 7
Date: Feb 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Lampshade wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL#
Stranglegod gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lampshade tries to land a knee to the head but Stranglegod blocks with his arms.
Stranglegod is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Lampshade is defending well.#TD2#
Lampshade drags the fight down to the ground.
Lampshade wants to get back to his feet but Stranglegod is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Lampshade is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Stranglegod 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.
Lampshade tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lampshade wants to stand and escape but Stranglegod is having none of it.
Stranglegod stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lampshade swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lampshade wants to get back to his feet but Stranglegod is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1#
Lampshade not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB2#
Lampshade is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stranglegod is aware though and is defending well.
Lampshade utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lampshade closes the distance but Stranglegod moves to the side #TD#
and Stranglegod counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Stranglegod is breathing heavily.
Stranglegod is looking to take a break and control but Lampshade is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lampshade trying to control from the bottom.
Stranglegod controlling the pace.
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.#T2#
Stranglegod is stalling here. Lampshade is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Stranglegod seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Lampshade has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Lampshade misses with the ground and pound.
Lampshade is looking to take a break and control but Stranglegod is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Lampshade tries to stand but Stranglegod controls the position and pulls Lampshade into his guard.
Lampshade pushing down on Stranglegod's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Lampshade wants to pass the guard but Stranglegod is defending well. #SUB2#
Lampshade 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.
Lampshade stalling away here and it's allowed Stranglegod to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Stranglegod is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Lampshade must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lampshade trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Lampshade is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Stranglegod is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Stranglegod has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Stranglegod content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Taga Lampshade will probably get the nod.
That's time! Stranglegod's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Stranglegod clinches up with Lampshade and pushes him back against the ropes.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Stranglegod tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lampshade smiles and moves away.
Stranglegod throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sloppy strikes from Lampshade. Those never looked like landing.
Stranglegod looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lampshade tries to clinch up but Stranglegod circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Lampshade darts in and clinches Stranglegod up against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Stranglegod is trying to stall.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lampshade tries to pull guard but Stranglegod holds him up against the ropes and eventually Lampshade drops back down to his feet.
#T1##BC2#
Lampshade breaks the clinch.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch up but Stranglegod swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lampshade tries to clinch but Stranglegod is having none of it. #CL2#
Lampshade gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Lampshade breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Stranglegod shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Grabstrong Stranglegod seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Lampshade clinches.
Stranglegod managing to block the knees to the body from Lampshade.
#T2#
Stranglegod wants to break free but Lampshade has control.
#TD#
Stranglegod has picked Lampshade up - he's going for a ride! Stranglegod dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Lampshade is looking to escape.
Stranglegod slows the pace down in half guard.
Lampshade looks like he's trying to stand up.
Stranglegod is trying to control. Lampshade wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lampshade is trying to maintain the position but Stranglegod is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Stranglegod scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Lampshade tries to roll over but Stranglegod keeps him under control.
Lampshade trying to control but Stranglegod postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lampshade leaves Stranglegod with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grabstrong Stranglegod. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lampshade fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Stranglegod.
Stranglegod circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Stranglegod has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Lampshade gets a double leg takedown into Stranglegod's guard.
Lampshade trying to control the position from guard on top but Stranglegod is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lampshade postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lampshade trying to stand up but can't free himself from Stranglegod's guard.
Stranglegod keeping moving, preventing Lampshade from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Taga Lampshade 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. 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#
Stranglegod dives in for a single leg takedown but Lampshade sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Stranglegod sets himself, and Lampshade steps forward looking for the clinch! Stranglegod avoids it this time.#CL2#
Stranglegod gets tackled into the ropes by Lampshade. Lampshade maintains the clinch.
Stranglegod has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Lampshade after a bit of a struggle.
Nice body punch from Lampshade - that landed with a thud.
Stranglegod is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lampshade is keeping busy.
Stranglegod looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stranglegod avoids a wild elbow strike from Lampshade.
Stranglegod goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lampshade prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grabstrong Stranglegod. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lampshade scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1#
Lampshade throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Stranglegod blocks it with crossed arms.
Stranglegod takes a shot to the head.
Stranglegod prevents the takedown attempt.
Lampshade wants a takedown.
Stranglegod tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lampshade just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Lampshade jumps guard but Stranglegod stands there with Lampshade around his waist. Lampshade gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Stranglegod has Lampshade pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Lampshade manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Lampshade tries to work over Stranglegod's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lampshade misses with a knee strike.
#T2#
Lampshade tries to throw a body punch but Stranglegod avoids it by throwing Lampshade back against the ropes.
Stranglegod wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Stranglegod is trying to pull guard but Lampshade has him pressed against the ropes.
Lampshade has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lampshade misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Stranglegod.
#BC2#
Lampshade breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lampshade tries to clinch up.
Stranglegod is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Lampshade.#CL2#
Lampshade takes the fight into the clinch.
Stranglegod jumps guard but Lampshade turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
A short uppercut from Lampshade. #T3#
Stranglegod is trying to drag Lampshade to the mat but Lampshade just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.#BC2#
Lampshade breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Lampshade moves into the clinch successfully.
Stranglegod goes for a takedown attempt but Lampshade pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Lampshade has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Lampshade manages to pull guard.
#T4#
Lampshade wants to stand and escape but Stranglegod is having none of it.
Stranglegod trying to control the position from guard on top but Lampshade is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lampshade looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lampshade working a defensive guard here.
Lampshade is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Stranglegod is controlling him.
Grabstrong Stranglegod has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Taga Lampshade is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stranglegod throwing strikes from guard but Lampshade blocks nicely.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
And that's the end of the fight!
Taga Lampshade comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lampshade 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Taga Lampshade!
Taga Lampshade thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Grabstrong Stranglegod stepped up to the mic, saying 'I should have squeezed harder. Squeezed and grabbed'.
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