Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: 8L 76 - Elegant Loins
Date: Jun 05, 2021

#R1#
Spasov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A head kick misses from Adesanya.
Adesanya walks into a stiff left hand from Spasov.#CUT#It looks like Carlton Adesanya has been cut.#CL2#
Adesanya closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Adesanya looking to stall.
Adesanya blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Adesanya misses with some punches. #BC#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Spasov scores with a jab.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches.
Spasov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Adesanya moves away.#T1##CL#
Spasov clinches with his opponent.
Adesanya taking a breather. #BC#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Spasov with a nice cross.#CL#
Spasov rushes Adesanya and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Spasov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
I was talking to Spasov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Adesanya tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spasov's elbow.
Adesanya being controlled against the ropes.
Spasov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Adesanya prevents a body shot from Spasov. #T2#
Spasov gets through Adesanya's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Spasov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Adesanya controls the action.
Adesanya misses with the head strike.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Adesanya avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Adesanya controls his hands.
Spasov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Adesanya avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Adesanya controls his hands.
Spasov presses Adesanya against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Spasov pressing his opponent against the ropes.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carlton Adesanya's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Spasov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Adesanya swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Spasov is looking to counter punch.
Spasov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Adesanya.
Adesanya walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Spasov throws a right and a left that Adesanya avoids nicely.
Adesanya appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Adesanya tries to keep at a distance but Spasov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Spasov tries to work over Adesanya's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right handed body shot lands from Spasov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Adesanya blocks a body shot from Spasov. #T1#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Adesanya prevents a body shot from Spasov.
Spasov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Spasov forces Adesanya back against the ropes and clinches.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov pushes Adesanya back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Spas Spasov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Adesanya is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Adesanya controls the action.
Adesanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Spasov avoids it.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Adesanya avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Adesanya working hard to break the clinch.
Adesanya misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Adesanya takes a shot to the head. #T2##BC#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Adesanya circles away quickly and effectively.#CL2#
Adesanya rushes Spasov and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#BC#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there. #CL#
Spasov clinches with his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spasov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Spasov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #BC#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov throws a combination. Adesanya tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Adesanya misses with a body shot.
Spasov throws a right hand that Adesanya ducks under and follows up with a left that Adesanya also avoids with ease.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Despite the aggression on Adesanya's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Adesanya circles away quickly and effectively.
A countering left hand to the body from Adesanya misses.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
Despite the aggression on Adesanya's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Carlton Adesanya's cut.
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!#R3##CL#
Spasov forces Adesanya back against the ropes and clinches.
Adesanya is trying to break the clinch but Spasov is controlling him.
Spasov is leaning against Adesanya and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Spasov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Adesanya can do to turn this around?
Adesanya is trying to break the clinch but Spasov is controlling him.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Adesanya avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes. #BC2#
Adesanya breaks the clinch.
Spasov swinging wildly here.
A right-left combo lands from Spasov.
Spasov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Spasov duly obliges.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Adesanya counter with a right hand.
Spasov throws a right hand that Adesanya ducks under and follows up with a left that Adesanya also avoids with ease.
Spasov lands a jab-cross combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Adesanya avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1#
Spasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Despite the aggression on Adesanya's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Adesanya tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#CL#
Spasov closes the distance and clinches.
Adesanya prevents a body shot from Spasov.
Spasov tries to work over Adesanya's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.#BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch.
Adesanya takes one to the chin there.
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Spasov tries to clinch but Adesanya moves out of range.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Adesanya unleashes a big counter combination but Spasov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Spasov throws a right hand that Adesanya ducks under and follows up with a left that Adesanya also avoids with ease.
Despite the aggression on Adesanya's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Spasov throws a series of strikes that have Adesanya backpedaling.
Adesanya will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Spasov throws a big counter combination but Adesanya scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T2#
Adesanya uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Spasov.
Spasov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Adesanya counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Spasov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Adesanya slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Adesanya is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Adesanya in a clinch.
Adesanya scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing.
As Spasov backs off Adesanya throws a huge counter combo but Spasov manages to avoid it all.#CL#
Spasov darts in and clinches Adesanya up against the ropes.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Spasov.
Spasov tries a body shot but Adesanya blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spas Spasov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Spasov 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 Chris Downing scores the fight for Spas Spasov!
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight for Spas Spasov!
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight for Spas Spasov!

Spas Spasov wins by unanimous decision!
Spas Spasov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: 8L 71 - BLM
Date: May 15, 2021

#R1#
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but King swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
King moves into range and clinches up with Spasov.
King blocks a body shot from Spasov. #BC2#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Spasov fails in his attempt to clinch.
King smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
King has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CL#
King fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Spasov, pushing him back against the ropes.
King is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Spasov is defending well for now.
A quick uppercut on the inside from King.
King 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!
King misses with a knee strike.
Spasov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
King pushes Spasov back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Spasov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Spasov tries to work over King's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by King.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as King controls his hands.
King misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov is trying to maintain a safe position but King gets an underhook and turns Spasov into the ropes.
King connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Spas Spasov has been cut.#T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by King.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
King blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as King controls his hands.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
King tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
King definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
King tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Spasov digs a right hand into King's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on King's gas tank.
Spasov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
King lands a knee to the body.
King blocking some punches.
King misses with a knee to the head.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as King controls his hands.
We've been informed that Spasov 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.
Spasov tries a body shot but King blocks it.
Spasov can't break the clinch.
King throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Spasov blocks it with crossed arms.
Spasov lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
King throws a hook but Spasov avoids it easily.#T2#
Spasov throws a series of punches but King moves out of range.
King throws a right hand that Spasov ducks under and follows up with a left that Spasov also avoids with ease.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov doesn't manage to clinch there - King circles away.
Spasov wants to clinch up but King keeps it at a distance.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Spasov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Spasov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
King trying to land knees to the body.
King connects with a nasty looking knee right to Spasov's face.
King misses with a knee to the head.
King unloads a knee to the mid-section. Spasov lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Spasov takes a knee right on the jaw!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
King tries to land a knee to the head but Spasov blocks with his arms.
King throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Spasov blocks it with crossed arms.
Spasov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but King has him pressed against the ropes.#BC#
King pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
King's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Spasov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! King scrambles back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

James King dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Spasov fails with an attempt to clinch.
King went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
King throws a push kick but Spasov slaps the foot to one side.
King throws a solid leg kick but Spasov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at King.
King tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A right-left combo lands from King.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by King.
Spasov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
King is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spasov can do to turn this around?
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov tries to clinch up.
Sloppy strikes from King. Those never looked like landing.
King dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
King scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Spasov is looking to clinch.
Spasov throws a right and a left that King avoids nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Spasov moves out of range of the body kick from King.
King tries a head kick but it misses.
Spasov unleashes a big counter combination but King bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but King swats him away and circles back towards the center.
King throwing a counter right hand but Spasov manages to avoid it.#T1#
King scores with a head kick.
King moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Spasov throws a right and a left that King avoids nicely.
Spasov tries to clinch there but King circles away.
A punch combination from Spasov misses. #CL2#
Spasov drives through and clinches with King against the ropes.
King misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Spasov. #BC#
King manages to break the clinch.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there. #CL#
Spasov gets tackled into the ropes by King. King maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
King lands a jab to Spasov's midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spasov wants to clinch but King slips to the side
letting King counter with a right hand.
Spasov takes one to the side of the head. #CL#
King rushes Spasov and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Still in the clinch, Spasov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with King's elbow. #T2#
Spasov misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Nice body kick there by King.
James King is winning the standup battle so far.
Spasov tries to clinch
and King connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Spasov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting King counter with a right hand.
Spasov clobbers King with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Spasov scores with a three punch combo!
King avoids a punch combination nicely.
Spasov is looking to clinch but King is avoiding it.
King misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Spasov wants to clinch.#CL#
King closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
King blocks an uppercut.
Spasov wants to stall.
Spasov is trying to stall.
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 James King will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
King avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
King is looking to counter punch.
James King is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Donk. King catches Spasov right on the button with a cross.
Spasov 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.
King lands the left hand.
King throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Spasov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
King throws a hook to the side of Spasov's head but Spasov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Spasov wants to clinch.
A combination from King does no damage.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but King circles away quickly and effectively.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but King circles away quickly and effectively.
King lands with a straight right. Spasov didn't see that one coming.
King feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Spasovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spasov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
King dodges the punch combination from Spasov. #T1#
King looks to land a combination. Spasov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Spasov tries to clinch up.
Spasov tries to clinch but King moves away
and King counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Spasov misses with a hook. King ducked under it nicely.
Spasov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from King.
King throws a sloppy head kick and Spasov moves out of range easily.
Spasov throws a jab when King was well out of range.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
James King is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov takes one to the chin there.
King avoids a punch combination nicely.
Spasov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromKing.
Spasov looks to land a combination but King avoids it well.
Spasov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling King to score with a decent uppercut.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Spasov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
King showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spasov.
Spasov looks to land a combination but King avoids it well.
Spasov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Spasov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Spasov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2##CL2#
Spasov pushes King up against the ropes in a clinch.
Spasov misses with a body punch. #BC#
King escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Spasov throws a series of punches but King avoids them all with ease.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches.
Spasov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
King circles away from the clinch attempt.
King tests Spasov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Crunch! King slams his shin into Spasov's torso.
King pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Spasov falls off balance throwing a combination
letting King counter with a right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spasov throws a body shot but no joy.
King works the jab nicely.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.
King throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.

And that's the end of the fight!
James King showed his dominance in that final round.
Well King 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight for James King!
Judge John Roberts scores the fight for James King!
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight for James King!

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

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

#R1#
Jakua works Spasov's body with a nice hook.
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jakua dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Nice body punch from Jakua.
Jakua connects with a right hand. Spasov shakes it off.
Jakua looks to land a combination but Spasov avoids it well.
Spasov is looking for the big counter here.
Jakua dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Jakua bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Spasov defending well as Jakua loads up on a big left hand.
Jakua really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Spasov is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
As Spasov looks to move away, Jakua throws a big counter combo but Spasov just gets out of the way.
Spasov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jakua in his tracks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jakua swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.
Jakua misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Jakua rushes Spasov and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Jakua misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1##BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jakua misses the shot to the body.
Spasov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jakua.
Jakua takes a swing at Spasov's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Spasov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Jakua softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Spasov lands a nice uppercut.
A short right from Spasov.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Jakua controls his hands.
Jakua prevents a body shot from Spasov. #BC#
Jakua manages to break the clinch.
Good standup being displayed there by Spasov as he connects with a hook.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Jakua was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Jakua swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jakua was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jakua.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jakua slips a jab and a cross from Spasov. #CL#
Jakua rushes Spasov and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#BC#
Jakua breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jakua is looking to wear down Spasov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T2#
No joy there for Jakua, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A nice combination there by Spasov.
Jakua circles away from the clinch attempt.
Spasov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Spasov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jakua, as that shot connected.
Jakua tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spasov was well out of range. Poor timing from Jakua.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jakua circles away quickly and effectively.
Jakua was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jakua lands with a nice body punch.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jakua.
A counter left hand to the body from Jakua misses its target.
Jakua scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Spasov doesn't seem bothered though.
Jakua throws a body shot but no joy.
Despite the aggression on Spasov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Spasov cracks Jakua with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Jakua closes the distance and clinches.
Spasov has a couple of punches blocked by Jakua. #BC#
Jakua breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov throws a series of strikes that have Jakua backpedaling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Spas Spasov 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#
Jakua scores with a jab to the body.
Spasov dodges the punch combination from Jakua.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jakua swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jakua tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spasov was well out of range. Poor timing from Jakua.
Jakua misses the shot to the body.
Jakua connects with a single shot there.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
Spasov tries to clinch but Jakua moves out of range.
Jakua swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Spasov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Spasov.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jakua lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL#
Jakua moves into the clinch successfully.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
I was talking to Jakua's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Jakua blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Jakua is pushing Spasov up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Jakua blocks a body shot from Spasov. #T1#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Jakua misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jakua wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jakua lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Spasov lands an uppercut.#BC#
Jakua breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jakua misses with the combination.
Spasov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
Spas Spasov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Jakua swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jakua throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kris Jakua is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T2#
Spasov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jakua circles away from the clinch attempt.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jakua displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov thuds a left hand into Jakua's body.
Spasov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Jakua just misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Spasov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Jakua counters with a stiff right hand.
Jakua wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL#
Jakua has taken the fight to the clinch.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Jakua breaks from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jakua lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
A left lands for Jakua.
Jakua throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kris Jakua dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Spasov drops his hands momentarily and Jakua takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Spasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Jakua cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Spasov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Jakua connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jakua throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Jakua scores with a shot to the body.
Spasov tries to clinch up.
Jakua moves away from the strike by Spasov.
Spasov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Jakua manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov 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.
Jakua dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jakua misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spasov.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Spasov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Jakua here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Spasov throws a right hand that Jakua ducks under and follows up with a left that Jakua also avoids with ease.
Nice uppercut lands for Spasov. That snapped Jakua's head back.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jakua swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jakua appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Spasov throws a sloppy body shot
and Jakua counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Spasov tries to clinch there but Jakua circles away.
Jakua fails to land with a series of punches.
Jakua misses with a double jab.
Spasov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T1#
Spasov tries to bum rush Jakua with a series of wild strikes but Jakua uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jakua showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spasov.
Jakua fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Spasov drops his hands momentarily and Jakua takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jakua fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spasov manages to avoid it.
Spasov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Jakua counters with a nice uppercut.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
It looked like Jakua was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Spasov.
Spasov throws a combination that misses
and Jakua counters with a stiff right hand.
Spasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL#
Jakua instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
Some wild striking there from Spasov.
Spasov ducks right into an uppercut from Jakua. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spasov wants to clinch up but Jakua keeps it at a distance.
Jakua went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Jakua uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Spasov.
A quick step to the side and Jakua tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Spasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Jakua counters with a left to the body.
Spasov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Spasov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jakua misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spasov.
Jakua lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jakua with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Spasov is looking to clinch.
Jakua shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Spasov eats them both and turns towards Jakua to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jakua lands with a good body shot.
Nice body punch from Jakua.
Jakua wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kris Jakua is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Spasov throws a combination that misses
enabling Jakua to counter with a crisp jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kris Jakua showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Jakua 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 Aken scores the fight for Kris Jakua!
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight for Kris Jakua!
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight for Kris Jakua!

Kris Jakua wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Kris Jakua 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: 8L 63 - Wrath of Kahn
Date: Apr 10, 2021

#R1#
Snow throws a body punch but Spasov moves out of range.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
Snow throws the kick towards the body but Spasov avoids it.
Spasov is looking for the big counter here.
Spasov is looking to clinch.
Spasov falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Snow counter with a right hand.
Spasov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A nice inside leg kick there by Snow. That's going to slow Spasov down.
Nice defenses there by Spasov.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Snow bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Snow with a jab.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spasov moves away from the strike by Snow.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jab from Spasov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov throws a series of punches but Snow moves out of range.
Spasov misses with a looping left.
Snow showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spasov.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A looping hook to the body misses from Spasov. Snow does a little dance to reset his feet.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Snow showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spasov. #T1#
Snow throws out a powerful jab.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
It appears Snow was looking to counter with a kick there.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Spasov swings for the body but Snow moves out of range.
Snow lands with a straight right. Spasov didn't see that one coming.
Snow throws a big shot that misses.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Snow avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nik Snow is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov throws a good cross that connects.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
We've been informed that Spasov 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.
Spasov tries to clinch up.
Spasov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Snow.
Spasov slips a jab and a cross from Snow.
Snow connects with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A punch combination from Snow misses.
Spasov is looking to clinch.
Snow throws out a loose jab but Spasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Snow scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Snow chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Snow connects with a leg kick. #T2#
Spasov stalks Snow and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Snow's face. Snow staggers backwards, shaken.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Snow lands with a hook. Spasov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Spasov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Spasov tries to clinch up.
Snow avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Some wild striking there from Spasov.
Snow circles away from the clinch attempt.
Spasov walks into a jab.
Spasov walks into a stiff left hand from Snow.
Snow waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Spasov.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Spasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Snow counters with a straight right hand.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Spasov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Snow finds it's way round the side to connect with Spasov's head.
Some wild striking there from Spasov.
Snow feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Snow lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Snow has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Snow there as he acknowledges the shot.
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 Nik Snow will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Snow throws a nice outside leg kick.
Spasov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Snow circles away quickly and effectively.
Spasov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Snow can pounce on him.
Nice cross by Snow.
Snow lands with a nice body kick.
Spasov 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.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Spasov throws out a loose jab but Snow uses good head movement to avoid it.
Snow scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CL2#
Spasov rushes Snow and presses him up against the ropes.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Snow escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Spasov misses the shot to the body.
Snow avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Snow swinging wildly here.
Snow connects with a body shot.
Some wild striking there from Spasov. #T1#
Snow lands the left hand.
Spasov wants to clinch up but Snow keeps it at a distance.
Spasov swinging wildly here.
A little feinted left hand from Snow on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Spasov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Snow.
Spasov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Snow thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Spasov if he has to take too many more of those.
Spasov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Danga de danga de dang - Snow scores with a four punch combination!
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Snow throwing a counter right hand but Spasov manages to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spasov looks to land a combination but Snow avoids it well.
Snow feints a jab promting Spasov to slip. Snow then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Spasov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Snow misses with a straight right.
Snow cracks Spasov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Snow lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nik Snow is winning the standup battle so far.
Snow chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Snow keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T2#
Spasov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Snow lands with an uppercut that bounces Spasov off the ropes and back into range.
Spasov throws a right hand that Snow ducks under and follows up with a left that Snow also avoids with ease.
Spasov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Snow keeps Spasov at a distance using the push kick.
Nice uppercut there from Snow.
Snow connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Snow.
A cross from Snow lands.
Snow looks to land a combination but Spasov avoids it well.
No joy there for Snow, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Snow thuds a left hand into Spasov's body.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Snow paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Snow throws a right and a left that Spasov avoids nicely.
Spasov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A thudding body kick lands there by Snow!
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Snow dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Snow lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nik Snow dominated that second round.
That's time! Snow's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Snow takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nik Snow is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Spasov tries to clinch up.
A big right from Spasov misses.
Spasov throws a right hand that Snow ducks under and follows up with a left that Snow also avoids with ease.
Spasov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Spasov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Snow moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Snow bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Snow throws a push kick but Spasov slaps the foot to one side.
Spasov wants to clinch up but Snow keeps it at a distance.
A nice leg kick from Snow, right into the meat of the thigh.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Snow circles away quickly and effectively.
Snow's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Snow swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Snow avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A jab from Snow does it's job there.
A jab from Snow misses.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spasov tries to clinch but Snow is having none of it.
Snow was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Spasov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A low kick lands for Snow.
Spasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Snow moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Spasov throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Snow to counter with a crisp jab.
Snow is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spasov can do to turn this around?
Snow avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1#
Spasov slips a jab from Snow.
Snow dips to his left and cracks Spasov with an uppercut!
Snow misses with a hook. Spasov ducked under it nicely.
Spasov moves out of range of the strikes.
Snow misses with an uppercut. Spasov saw that one coming.#CL2#
Spasov gets a clinch. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Snow lands with a nice body kick.
Spasov tries to bum rush Snow with a series of wild strikes but Snow uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Snow dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Spasov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Snow swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Spasov works over Snow's head and body with a nice combination.
Spasov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Snow.
Spasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Spasov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Snow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Snow is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Spasov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Spasov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Snow lands with a thumping leg kick.
A punch combination from Spasov misses. #T2#
Snow thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Spasov if he has to take too many more of those.
Spasov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Snow lands with a right hand.
Spasov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Spasov moves in looking to clinch but Snow pushes him off.
Snow avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Some wild striking there from Snow.
Snow turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Snow slips a jab from Spasov.
Spasov moves in looking to clinch but Snow pushes him off.
Snow circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Spasov moves into range and clinches up with Snow.
Snow lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Spasov tries to work over Snow's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Snow struggles to land a body shot inside as Spasov controls his hands.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nik Snow showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Snow, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight for Nik Snow!
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight for Nik Snow!
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight for Nik Snow!

Nik Snow wins by unanimous decision!
Nik Snow managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, UnderGround Supplements, into his post fight interview.

Event: 8L 59 - Neill
Date: Mar 17, 2021

#R1#
Keenan scores with a jab to the jaw.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Keenan 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.
Keenan fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Spasov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Keenan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Keenan scores with a head kick. Spasov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Keenan throws a right and a left that both miss.
Spasov throws an overhand right that lands on Keenan's shoulder, as Keenan tries to avoid the shot.
Keenan circles away from the clinch attempt.
Keenan seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Spasov 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.
Spasov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Keenan.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Keenan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A head kick misses from Keenan.
A big right from Keenan misses.
Spasov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Keenan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Spasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Keenan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Keenan throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Spasov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Keenan defending well as Spasov loads up on a big left hand.
Spasov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Keenan.
Spasov lands a nice shot that snaps Keenan's head back. #T1#
Spasov looks to land a combination but Keenan avoids it well.
Spasov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Keenan in his tracks.
Keenan pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL2#
Spasov rushes Keenan and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Spasov.
Spasov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Keenan scores with a shot to the side of Spasov's head.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Keenan controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Spasov.
Spasov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Keenan controls his hands.
Spasov tries to work over Keenan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov taking a breather.
Spasov blocks an uppercut.
Keenan working aggressively here.
Keenan prevents a body shot from Spasov.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov tries to circle away but Keenan has him pinned against the ropes.
Spasov blocks a body shot from Keenan.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Keenan misses with the head strike. #T2#
Keenan throws a head punch that misses.
Spasov lands a left hand.
Keenan swings wildly with an uppercut but Spasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spasov misses with a punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov wants to get back to striking at distance but Keenan won't allow it.
Keenan misses with some punches.
Keenan misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Keenan fails to land.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Keenan scores with a nice short uppercut.
Spasov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Keenan lands an uppercut.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov takes a shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spasov tries a body shot but Keenan blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Keenan creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Keenan misses with a hook from the clinch.
Keenan blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Keenan swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan Keenan dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Keenan moves into range and clinches up with Spasov.
Keenan throws a head punch that misses.
Keenan lands with a light punch inside.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Still in the clinch, Keenan scores with a nice short uppercut.
Keenan lands a left hand that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Keenan working aggressively here. #BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Keenan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Keenan throws a head kick that misses.
Ryan Keenan is winning the standup battle so far.
Keenan scores with a kick to the body.
Keenan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spasov can do to turn this around?
Spasov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Keenan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Keenan scores with a nice 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!
Keenan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Keenan slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Spasov avoids the head kick by Keenan.
Spasov connects with a body shot.
Spasov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Keenan has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Keenan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T1#
Keenan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spasov.
Keenan avoids a punch combination nicely.
A combination from Spasov does no damage.
Keenan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Keenan avoids the body shot from Spasov.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there. #CL#
Keenan has closed the distance and engaged Spasov in a clinch.
Spasov leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Keenan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Spasov tries to break free but Keenan pushes him back against the ropes.
Keenan lands a left hand.
Spasov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Spasov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Keenan controls his hands.
Keenan misses with a hook from the clinch.
Keenan swings wildly with an uppercut but Spasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Keenan works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T2#
Keenan lands a hook that snaps the head of Spasov backwards. #BC#
Keenan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Keenan backs up against the ropes. #CL2#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Keenan in a clinch.
Keenan is working Spasov over against the ropes.
Keenan gets through Spasov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Keenan - that landed with a thud.
Keenan prevents a body shot from Spasov.
Keenan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Spasov lands a left hand.
Spasov scores with a shot to the side of Keenan's head.
Ryan Keenan has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Keenan swings wildly with an uppercut but Spasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Keenan presses Spasov against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Keenan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.#BC#
Keenan breaks the clinch.
Keenan lands with a kick to the ribs.
A solid body kick from Keenan.
Spasov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Keenan has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan Keenan dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Spasov throws a series of punches but Keenan avoids them all with ease.
Keenan seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Spasov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL#
and Keenan counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Keenan.
Keenan lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Spasov 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.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Keenan.
Keenan misses with a punch on the inside.
Spasov tries to break free but Keenan pushes him back against the ropes.
Spasov blocks an uppercut.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Keenan lands a left hand.
Spasov swings wildly with an uppercut but Keenan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spasov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Keenan blocks a body shot from Spasov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short left from Spasov.
Keenan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Keenan scores with a nice hook to the head.
Spasov throws a head punch that misses.
Keenan keeps control of Spasov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.#T1#
Keenan swings wildly with an uppercut but Spasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spasov wants to break the clinch but can't.
A short left from Keenan.
Keenan prevents a body shot from Spasov.
Keenan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Spasov trying to control the position but instead, Keenan has worked for underhooks and has pushed Spasov into the ropes.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Keenan struggles to land a body shot inside as Spasov controls his hands.
Ryan Keenan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Spasov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Spasov takes a shot to the head.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Keenan has Spasov pressed against the ropes, preventing Spasov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T2#
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Keenan avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
A frustrated look appears on Spasov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Spasov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Keenan or not.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Keenan's elbow.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov has had enough of the clinch but Keenan keeps him there for the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A head punch on the inside from Spasov fails to land.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Spasov.
Spasov tries to work over Keenan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Keenan avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ryan Keenan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Keenan, 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight for Ryan Keenan!
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight for Ryan Keenan!
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight for Ryan Keenan!

Ryan Keenan wins by unanimous decision!
In his post fight interview, Ryan Keenan started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: 8L 56 - Gamgee
Date: Mar 02, 2021

#R1#
Spasov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Spasov scores with a one two! Baracuta had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Baracuta fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Spasov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Baracuta with a jab.
Baracuta misses with a wild body shot.
Baracuta lands a right hook to the body.
Baracuta's jab looks to have found its range, popping Spasov under the eye.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Spasov instigates a clinch.
Spasov tries to work over Baracuta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Baracuta on the inside.
I was talking to Baracuta's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A nice right hand lands inside from Baracuta.
Baracuta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spasov's elbow.
Baracuta throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Spasovs head.
Good body shot from Spasov. #BC2#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Baracuta went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Baracuta with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Spasov looks to clinch
and Baracuta counters with a good low kick that Spasov was not able to check. #T1##CL2#
Spasov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Spasov tries to work over Baracuta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov lands with a left to the head.
Baracuta working aggressively here.
Baracuta swings wildly with an uppercut but Spasov uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Baracuta breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL2#
Spasov closes the distance and clinches.
Baracuta working aggressively here.
Spasov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Baracuta breaks the clinch.
Spasov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baracuta throws out the jab.
Spasov looks to land a combination. Baracuta sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov avoids the body shot from Baracuta.
Baracuta misses with a hook. Spasov ducked under it nicely.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nice jab there from Spasov.
Baracuta looks for the body kick but Spasov saw that one coming. #T2#
Baracuta fails to land with a series of punches.
Baracuta dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.
No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Baracuta lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Spasov throws a right and a left that Baracuta avoids nicely.
And Baracuta counters with a quick kick to the body but Spasov blocks it.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Baracuta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baracuta lands a nice leg kick that just misses Spasov's sensitive parts.
A jab from Baracuta finds it's way through Spasov's defenses.
Baracuta throws a quick inside leg kick.
Baracuta 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.
Spasov staying out of range there.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Baracuta throws out a powerful jab.
Jab by Spasov.
Spasov stalks Baracuta and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Baracuta's face. Baracuta staggers backwards, shaken.#ROC2#Baracuta is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Spas Spasov 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##CL2#
Spasov has managed to clinch.
Oh Baracuta is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Good body shot from Spasov.
Spasov digs a right hand underneath Baracuta's ribcage. Baracuta let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Spasov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Spasov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Spasov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Baracuta misses with a hook from the clinch.
Spasov just leaning against Baracuta, taking a breather.
Spasov creates a bit of distance and cracks Baracuta with a big uppercut! Baracuta goes down! The referee pushes Spasov away into a neutral corner and starts the count. 4,5,6,7. Will Baracuta make it up in time? He's still flopping around all over the place! The referee has called off the fight! Spasov takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Spas Spasov!
Our winner, Spas Spasov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: PANDA 80
Date: Jan 30, 2021

#R1#
Brown swings away with a leg kick that misses.#TD2#
Spasov scores with a takedown into Brown's guard.

Brown has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Spasov is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Spasov lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Brown looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A nice combination there by Spasov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spasov slips a straight right by Brown.
Spasov tries to clinch up but Brown circles away and keeps his distance.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nice uppercut lands for Brown. That snapped Spasov's head back.
Spasov fails with the takedown
and Brown counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brown swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Spasov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Brown misses with an uppercut.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but Brown shows good takedown defense.
Brown swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Brown throws a leg kick that misses.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
A counter left hand to the body from Brown misses its target.#T1#
Brown throws a looping overhand right but Spasov ducks down to avoid it.
Spasov tries to clinch up but Brown circles away and keeps his distance.
Brown tests Spasov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
John Brown is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Spasov cracks Brown with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Brown bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brown tries to score with a low kick but Spasov moves his leg out of the way.
Spasov looks to land a combination but Brown avoids it well.
Brown keeps the fight on the outside.
Brown throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Brown lands with an uppercut that bounces Spasov off the cage and back into range.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Brown jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Brown lands a jab.
Brown tries to land a leg kick but Spasov saw it coming and moves away.
Spasov tries to counter with a clinch but Brown shakes him off and moves away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brown avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Brown appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Spasov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Brown misses with a looping left.#T2#
Spasov swinging wildly here. #TD2#
Spasov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Brown's guard.#SU2#
Spasov stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Brown is looking to chop away at Spasov's legs.
Brown slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Brown tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Spasov! But no joy.
Brown ducks under a wild hook from Spasov.
Brown scores with the left hand. Spasov knows he should have avoided that one.
Brown pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but Brown shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
John Brown has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Spasov closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT2#It looks like John Brown has been cut.
Brown scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Brown misses with an uppercut.
Spasov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Brown to score with a decent uppercut.
Spasov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Brown.
Spasov takes one to the chin there.#T3#
Brown misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spasov.
No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Spasov tries to clinch up.
Spasov is looking to clinch but Brown is avoiding it.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Brown throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Brown.
Brown throws a wild body kick that Spasov sees coming a mile off.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt
and Brown cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Spasov is looking to clinch but Brown is avoiding it.
Brown is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A head kick misses from Brown.
A nice inside leg kick there by Brown. That's going to slow Spasov down.
Spasov connects with the punch.
Brown avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Brown. Spasov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Brown swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Brown lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Brown displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Spasov. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brown tries to land a leg kick but Spasov saw it coming and moves away.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Brown as he jumps to the side.
Brown fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spasov manages to avoid it.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brown swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Brown throws a quick counter head kick but Spasov was just out of range.
Brown swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Brown.
Spasov tries to clinch up.
Spasov lunges at Brown with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Brown's hand.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Spasov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Brown pinned against the cage. Brown gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Spasov.
Brown scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
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 John Brown will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on John Brown's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Spasov avoids the body shot from Brown.
Brown keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Spasov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
An inside leg kick from Brown misses.
Spasov swinging wildly here.
Brown tries to work over Spasov's front leg with a kick but Spasov checks it.
Spasov is looking for the big counter here.
Brown looks for the body kick but Spasov saw that one coming.
Spasov throws a series of strikes that have Brown backpedaling.
Spasov slips a jab from Brown.
Brown will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Brown throws a head kick that misses.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Brown throws a wild body kick that Spasov sees coming a mile off.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
Brown was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Spasov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Brown defends it nicely.#T1#
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Brown attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Spasov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Brown throws a leg kick but Spasov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Spasov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Spasov throws a counter combo.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Brown misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Brown is looking to slow Spasov down with leg kicks. #TD2#
Spasov dives in and scores a takedown into Brown's guard.#SU2#
Spasov gets to his feet - Brown follows without any prompting.
Brown throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
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!
Spasov defending well as Brown loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Brown throws a head kick that misses.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Brown sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Brown was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
John Brown has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Brown is fending him off so far but Spasov persists. Nope, Brown circles away and we're back to standing.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Brown sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Spasov is breathing heavily.
Spasov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Brown circles away.
Brown avoids a punch combination nicely.
Brown throws a half hearted mid kick.
Brown tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brown is looking to land body kicks.#CL2#
Brown gets tackled into the cage by Spasov. Spasov maintains the clinch.
Brown lands a hook to the side of the head.
Spasov jumps guard but Brown stands there with Spasov around his waist. Spasov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Brown pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Brown - that landed with a thud.
Brown tries to land knees in the clinch but Spasov avoids the damage to the body.
Spasov stalling in the clinch but Brown improves position.
Spasov has a couple of punches blocked by Brown. #T3#
Brown throws a punch but it's blocked by Spasov.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Brown forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Brown fails to land.
Brown lands a nice elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brown.
Nice elbow from Brown.
Spasov taking a breather.
Brown blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brown pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Brown controls his hands. #TD2#
Spasov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Spasov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Brown is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Spasov wants to stand but Brown is controlling the position.
Spasov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Brown dives into side control. #T4#
Spasov bucks up and tries to throw Brown off but instead Brown has got his back!
Spasov is trying to stand back up.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Brown avoiding Spasov 's attempts to control his hands.
Spasov breaks Brown's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
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 John Brown will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on John Brown's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Brown misses with an attempted mid kick.
Spasov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Brown.
Brown throws a half hearted mid kick.
Brown 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.
Brown misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spasov.
Brown walks into a left hand.
Spasov moves in looking to clinch but Brown pushes him off.
Brown scores with a body shot.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Brown pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Brown throws out a powerful jab.
John Brown is winning the standup battle so far.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but Brown shows good takedown defense.
Brown looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Spasov looks to land a combination. Brown sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CL2#
Spasov takes the fight into the clinch.
Spasov blocks a body shot from Brown.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brown is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Spasov is defending well for now.
Spasov has a couple of punches blocked by Brown.
Brown misses with a knee to the head. #T1#
Brown tries a body shot but Spasov blocks it.
Spasov prevents a body shot from Brown.
Brown misses with a short punch on the inside.
Spasov blocking some punches.
Brown can't find room to land a body shot as Spasov controls the action. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Spasov tries to clinch up
and Brown counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Brown tries to keep at a distance but Spasov has taken the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brown.
Brown misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Spasov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Spasov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Brown engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Spasov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Spas Spasov has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Spasov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Brown dives into side control.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Brown is dominant here and he's now got Spasov's back!
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.
Spasov trying to control the hands but Brown won't let him.
Spasov is trying to stand back up. #T3#
Spasov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Brown has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Spasov's body.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spasov is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Brown just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Spasov is trying to stand back up. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Brown has the hooks in. Spasov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Spasov trying to control the action but Brown just sinks the hooks in.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.
Spasov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Spasov is trying to get back to his feet but Brown has full control of the position and if anything, Spasov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brown biding his time, looking for the opening.
Brown continues to stall.

And that's the end of the fight!
John Brown showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Brown 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Brown!
An intense looking John Brown took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'NOMOR GAI WE FOUGHT 4 TIMES AND DEFEAT ME 3 TIMES. CMON 1 MORE FIGHT , 5TH AND LAST. NOMOR YOU SHOULD RETIRE, IM ENDING YOUR CAREER '.

Event: PANDA 70
Date: Jan 09, 2021

#R1#
Sor scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Sor sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Spasov closes the distance and pushes Sor back into the cage.
Sor has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A hook to the body from Sor.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Sor forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Spasov tries to break free but Sor pushes him back against the cage.
Spasov looking to stall.
Sor goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Sor misses with a body punch.
Spasov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sor or not.
Spasov trying to stall but Sor improves his position.
Sor pushes Spasov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Spasov lands with a short shot to the head.
Sor lands a left hand that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Sor scores with a hook to the body.
Spasov tries to work over Sor's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but Sor turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Saenchai Sor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Sor lands a shoulder strike.
Spasov slowing the pace effectively.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sor pushes Spasov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Sor softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1#
Sor misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Sor fails to land.
A right hook to the body lands for Spasov.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sor tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spasov's elbow.
Spasov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Sor up against the cage.
Sor misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov cracks Sor with a nice body shot.
Spasov has had enough of the clinch but Sor keeps him there for the moment.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Sor lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Sor misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sor tries to throw a body punch but Spasov avoids it by throwing Sor back against the cage.
Sor swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sor lands a shoulder strike.
Spasov is looking to control Sor's arms but Sor gets an underhook and turns him. Now Spasov has his back to the cage.
Spasov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Spasov seems frustrated at his inability to get double underhooks.
A short left from Spasov. #T2#
Sor working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sor blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Sor prevents Spasov from breaking the clinch.
Spasov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Sor seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Spasov can turn it around.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short left from Spasov.
Sor misses with a body punch.
A body shot lands from Spasov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sor misses with a body punch.
Sor misses with a punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Sor as the two fighters clinch.
Spasov blocking some punches.
Sor misses with a hook from the clinch.
Spasov is trying to break the clinch but Sor is controlling him.
Sor misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sor is working Spasov over against the cage.
Sor lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Spasov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Sor is working Spasov over against the cage.
Sor scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Spasov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Spasov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Sor lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Spasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Sor moves out of range.
Spasov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Sor.#CL2#
Spasov rushes Sor and presses him up against the cage.
Sor misses with some punches.
Spasov blocks a body shot from Sor.
A short left from Sor.
Spasov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sor working aggressively here.
Stalling in the clinch from Spasov.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spasov lands a hook to the side of the head.
A body shot lands from Sor.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Spasov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Sor controls his hands.
Spasov cracks Sor with a nice body shot.
Spasov tries to work over Sor's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Spasov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Spasov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Spasov is looking to control Sor's arms but Sor gets an underhook and turns him. Now Spasov has his back to the cage.
Spasov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sor has him pressed against the cage.
Sor tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sor misses with some punches.
Nice body punch from Spasov - that landed with a thud.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sor misses with a body punch.
Sor lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Spasov.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sor lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Sor goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sor misses with a body punch.
Spasov blocks a body shot from Sor.
Sor misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sor.
Sor fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sor lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Spasov can't break the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Saenchai Sor dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Spasov.
Sor scores with a crisp jab that stopped Spasov in his tracks.
Sor takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Spasov fails with the takedown.
Spasov looks to land a combination but Sor avoids it well.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Sor moves out of range.
Sor lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Spasov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sor. Sor obviously looking to wear him down.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Spasov.
Saenchai Sor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sor pinned against the cage. Sor gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Spasov misses with a wild combination. #CL2#
Spasov has managed to clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Spasov.
Saenchai Sor has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Sor scores with a shoulder strike.
Sor lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sor throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Sor cracks Spasov with a nice body shot.
Sor lands with a light punch inside.
Sor misses with a body punch.
Sor throws a head punch that misses.
Sor lands a left hand that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Nice body punch from Sor.
Spasov is breathing heavily.
Sor working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Sor.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sor swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sor tries a body shot but Spasov blocks it.
Sor misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Sor can't find room to land a body shot as Spasov controls the action.
Sor goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov digs a right hand into Sor's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sor's gas tank.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sor misses with a punch to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sor creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sor.
Spasov tries to break the clinch but Sor is controlling the position.
Spasov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sor has him pressed against the cage.
Sor throws a punch but it's blocked by Spasov.
Sor throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Spasovs head.
Spasov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sor smiles and moves away.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sor clobbers Spasov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Spas Spasov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Sor in a clinch.
Sor lands a body shot.
Spasov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sor lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sor tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spasov's elbow.
Sor is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spasov can do to turn this around?#T3#
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sor throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Spasovs head.
Sor lands a body punch in the clinch.
Spasov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Sor avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the cage.
Sor lands a body shot.
Sor tries a body shot but Spasov blocks it.
Sor struggles to land a body shot inside as Spasov controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Spasov.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Spasov.
Still in the clinch, Sor scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sor lands a right hand.
Sor scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sor prevents a body shot from Spasov.
Sor scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sor 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!
A body shot lands from Sor.
Spasov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Sor scores with a nice hook to the head.#T4#
Sor has a couple of punches blocked by Spasov.
Sor lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sor misses with a body punch.
Sor lands with a left to the head.
Spasov throws a punch but it's blocked by Sor.
Spasov pushes Sor back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Sor digs a right hand underneath Spasov's ribcage. Spasov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Sor softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sor misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov presses Sor against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#TD2#
Spasov pulls guard. #SU#
Sor gets to his feet - Spasov follows without any prompting.
Sor showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spasov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sor misses with a straight left.
Spasov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sor scores with a jab to the jaw.
Spasov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CL2#
Spasov clinches with his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Saenchai Sor 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#
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Sor scores with a leg kick.
Spasov slips a jab and a cross from Sor.
Sor cracks Spasov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
A cross from Sor lands.#CL2#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Sor in a clinch.
Sor goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sor tries a body shot but Spasov blocks it.
Sor lands a body shot in the clinch.
Good body shot from Spasov.
Spasov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Sor misses with a body punch.
Sor gets through Spasov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Spasov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sor tries a body shot but Spasov blocks it.
Sor softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Spasov - that landed with a thud. #T1#
Sor misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spasov lands a nice shot to the body.
Sor scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sor struggles to land a body shot inside as Spasov controls his hands.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov is working Sor over against the cage.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Sor won't allow it.
Spasov trying to control the position but instead, Sor has worked for underhooks and has pushed Spasov into the cage.
Sor prevents a body shot from Spasov. #TD2#
Spasov successfully pulls guard. #SU#
Sor decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Spasov, up you get!
Sor misses with a hook. Spasov ducked under it nicely.
Spasov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sor scores with a decent looking hook.
Spasov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Spasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sor scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T2#
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Spasov shoots for a double leg takedown but Sor sprawls well. He's pushed Spasov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Saenchai Sor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sor throws a big shot that misses.
Sor darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Spasov ducks under a wild hook from Sor.
Spasov blocks a head kick by Sor.
Spasov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Sor swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sor connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A low kick lands for Sor.
Sor throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Sor counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Spasov throws a punch but it's blocked by Sor.
Spasov blocking some punches.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Still in the clinch, Spasov scores with a nice short uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sor creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spasov. #T3#
Spasov jumps guard but Sor stands there with Spasov around his waist. Spasov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sor tries to throw a body punch but Spasov avoids it by throwing Sor back against the cage.
Sor lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Sor misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sor tries to work over Spasov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sor misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice body punch from Sor.
Sor lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Sor has a couple of punches blocked by Spasov.
Sor misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Sor misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Sor can't find room to land a body shot as Spasov controls the action.
Spasov trying to control the position but instead, Sor has worked for underhooks and has pushed Spasov into the cage.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Sor tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spasov's elbow.
A shot in the inside from Sor.
Spasov blocking some punches.
Sor lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sor struggles to land a body shot inside as Spasov controls his hands.
Spasov tries to work over Sor's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sor goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Spasov on the inside.
Sor lands a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sor tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spasov's elbow.
A right handed body shot lands from Sor.
Sor digs a right hand into Spasov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Spasov's gas tank.
Spasov is trying to push Sor away but Sor has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A right hand to the body from Sor.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Sor controls the action.
Sor lands an uppercut.
Sor pushes Spasov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
Saenchai Sor showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sor, 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Saenchai Sor!
A very excited looking Saenchai Sor 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: PANDA 59
Date: Dec 13, 2020

#R1#
Terrell misses with a wild body shot.
Spasov swinging wildly here.
Spasov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Terrell.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Terrell looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL2#
Terrell closes the distance and clinches.
Terrell lands a right hand.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Terrell creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Terrell tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spasov's elbow.
A left hand lands to the body for Spasov.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Terrell holds him up against the cage and eventually Spasov drops back down to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Terrell tries to pull guard but Spasov won't allow it.
Spasov tries to circle away but Terrell has him pinned against the cage.
Spasov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Terrell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Terrell keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Spasov's efforts to push away.#T1#
Terrell misses with a hook to the ribs.
Terrell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Terrell working aggressively here.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Terrell forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Terrell scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Terrell swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Terrell slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Spasov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Terrell sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Spasov somewhat.
Spasov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Terrell avoids it really well and circles away.
Terrell slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Terrell is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Phillip Terrell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Spasov clinches up with Terrell and pushes him back against the cage.
Spasov pushes Terrell back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Terrell drops down looking for an ankle pick but Spasov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Terrell throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Spasov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T2#
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Terrell struggles to land a body shot inside as Spasov controls his hands.
Spasov stalling in the clinch.
Spasov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Terrell backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Terrell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Terrell blocks an uppercut.
Terrell prevents a body shot from Spasov.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Terrell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Terrell digs a right hand underneath Spasov's ribcage. Spasov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Spasov looking to slow down the pace here.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Terrell digs a right hand underneath Spasov's ribcage. Spasov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Terrell lands with a right to the head.
Terrell scores with a shot to the side of Spasov's head. #T3#
Terrell tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Terrell misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Terrell fails to land.
A bit of stalling here from Spasov.
Nice body punch from Spasov - that landed with a thud.
Terrell throws a head punch that misses.
I was talking to Spasov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A frustrated look appears on Spasov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Terrell misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Terrell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Terrell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch successfully.
A right handed body shot lands from Terrell.
Spasov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Terrell breaks the clinch.
Terrell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spasov moves away.
Spasov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Terrell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spasov moves away.
Terrell looks to land a left hand but Spasov moved out of range nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Spasov shoots in but no luck this time.
Terrell looks to land a right hand but Spasov moved out of range.
Spasov tries to clinch but Terrell moves out of range.
Spasov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Terrell throws a body shot but no joy.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spasov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Spasov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Terrell tries to bum rush Spasov with a series of wild strikes but Spasov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Spasov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Terrell's waist but Terrell gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Spasov off to one side.
Terrell wants to counter the offense by Spasov and move into the clinch position.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Terrell tries to counter by closing the distance.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Terrell paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Phillip Terrell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Spasov wants to clinch.
Terrell has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Terrell circles away quickly and effectively.
Terrell tries to counter with a clinch but Spasov shakes him off and moves away.
Terrell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Spasov swinging wildly here.
Terrell steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Spasov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Phillip Terrell will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A left lands for Terrell.
A combination from Spasov does no damage.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Terrell throws a punch but it's blocked by Spasov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Spasov - that landed with a thud.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Terrell holds him up against the cage and eventually Spasov drops back down to his feet.
Terrell misses with a short punch on the inside.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Terrell won't allow it. #T1#
Spasov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Terrell controls the action.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spasov misses with some punches.
Terrell lands a left hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spasov.
Spasov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Terrell controls his hands.
Spasov tries a body shot but Terrell blocks it. #BC#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Spasov is looking to clinch.
Spasov throws a right hand that Terrell ducks under and follows up with a left that Terrell also avoids with ease.
Terrell throws out a counter right but Spasov avoids it with no problem.
Spasov moves away from the strike by Terrell.
Spasov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Terrell throws out a leg kick but Spasov moves out of range and Terrell only half commits.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Terrell looks to land a right hand but Spasov moved out of range.
Terrell scores with a kick to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Terrell tried to score with a low kick but Spasov checks it.#T2#
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spasov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Terrell doesn't seem bothered though.
Terrell moves away from the strike by Spasov.
Spasov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Terrell lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Spasov circles away quickly and effectively.
Phillip Terrell seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Terrell has Spasov up against the cage in a clinch.
Phillip Terrell seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Terrell blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Terrell lands a body shot.
A hook to the body from Terrell.
Spasov cracks Terrell with a nice body shot.
A right handed body shot lands from Terrell.
Spasov is trying to maintain a safe position but Terrell gets an underhook and turns Spasov into the cage.
Spasov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Terrell lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Spasov prevents a body shot from Terrell. #T3#
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Terrell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Terrell.
A nice right hand lands inside from Terrell.
Spasov is trying to stall.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov digs a right hand into Terrell's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Terrell's gas tank.
Terrell lands a right hand that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Terrell as Spasov tries to tie him up.
A short right from Spasov on the inside.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Terrell's elbow.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Terrell as Spasov tries to tie him up.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Terrell avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the cage. #T4#
Nice body punch from Spasov - that landed with a thud.
Spasov is trying to break the clinch but Terrell has him pressed against the cage.
Terrell tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Terrell misses with some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Terrell.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Terrell.
Spasov working hard to break the clinch.
Terrell misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Terrell controls the action.
Spasov is trying to maintain a safe position but Terrell gets an underhook and turns Spasov into the cage.
Terrell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Terrell lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov tries to stall but Terrell uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but Terrell turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Spasov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Spasov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phillip Terrell 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! This is the final round!#R3#
Spasov tries to bum rush Terrell with a series of wild strikes but Terrell uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Terrell with a nice cross.
Terrell lands a jab to the nose.
Terrell cracks Spasov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Terrell throws a nice looking combination but Spasov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Terrell's jab looks to have found its range, popping Spasov under the eye.#CL#
Spasov closes the distance and clinches.
A hook to the body from Terrell.
Spasov has had enough of the clinch but Terrell keeps him there for the moment.
Spasov misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Terrell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Terrell throws a sloppy head kick and Spasov moves out of range easily.
It looked like Spasov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A jab from Terrell misses.
Spasov throws a big counter combination but Terrell scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Terrell connects with a jab.
Spasov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Terrell throws out the jab.
Terrell connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CL#
Spasov clinches.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Terrell to keep the fight standing.#T1#
Spasov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Terrell prevents a body shot from Spasov.
Terrell lands a body shot.
Spasov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Terrell has him pressed against the cage.
Terrell struggles to land a body shot inside as Spasov controls his hands.
Terrell tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Terrell lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but Terrell turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spasov tries to work over Terrell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Terrell presses Spasov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Terrell misses with a body punch.
Terrell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Spasov blocking some punches.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Terrell's elbow.
A short uppercut from Terrell. #T2#
Terrell working aggressively here.
Terrell lands a nice uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Spasov as the two fighters clinch.
Spasov tries to break the clinch but Terrell is controlling the position.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Terrell as Spasov tries to tie him up.
Spasov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Terrell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Terrell working aggressively here.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Terrell's elbow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Terrell misses with a short punch on the inside.
Terrell has a couple of punches blocked by Spasov.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Terrell has a couple of punches blocked by Spasov. #T3#
A head punch on the inside from Spasov fails to land.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Terrell keeps control of Spasov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Spasov.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Terrell controls his hands.
Terrell blocking some punches.
Spasov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Spasov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Terrell backwards.
Phillip Terrell is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Terrell controls the action.
A shot in the inside from Spasov.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Terrell forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Spasov is trying to maintain a safe position but Terrell gets an underhook and turns Spasov into the cage.
Terrell has Spasov pressed against the cage, preventing Spasov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Terrell walks away with a smile on his face. Spasov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Spasov fails to land the takedown.
Spasov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Terrell connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Terrell avoids a punch combination nicely.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A lazy left from Terrell finds it's target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spasov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Terrell connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Spasov scrambles back to his feet.
Terrell comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Spasov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Terrell tries to counter with a clinch but Spasov shakes him off and moves away.
A jab from Spasov misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Phillip Terrell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Terrell 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: PANDA 46
Date: Nov 15, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Seminole sprawls well. Seminole wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Spasov gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Seminole is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Spasov's half guard.
Seminole working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Seminole prevents Spasov from standing back up.
Spasov has hold of Seminole's hands but Seminole slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Spasov has hold of Seminole's hands but Seminole slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Seminole landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.
Seminole lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Seminole scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Spasov is looking to escape.
Seminole looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Seminole lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Seminole lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Spasov is trying to stand. #T1#
Spasov has hold of Seminole's hands but Seminole slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Seminole is nestled in close to Spasov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Seminole lands strikes from half guard.
Spasov is trying to get back to full guard.
Seminole winds up and cracks Spasov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Spasov is looking to escape.
Spasov wants to get back to full guard.
Seminole prevents Spasov from standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nice strikes from Seminole there.
Seminole stops Spasov from getting back to his feet.
Seminole slips a nice elbow through Spasov's hands, connecting with Spasov's forehead.
Seminole winds up and cracks Spasov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Spasov tries to kick Seminole off but Seminole keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Seminole has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ground and pound from Seminole.
Seminole scoring with strikes to the body and head. #ES#
Spasov has one foot on Seminole's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Seminole gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2#
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Seminole controls his hands.
Spasov is trying to break the clinch but Seminole is controlling him.
Spasov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Seminole or not.
Spasov is trying to maintain a safe position but Seminole gets an underhook and turns Spasov into the cage.
Spasov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seminole has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Spasov after a bit of a struggle.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov trying to stall but Seminole improves his position.
Spasov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3##TD2#
Seminole is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Spasov can't fight it off and eventually Seminole manages to take the fight to the floor. Spasov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Seminole content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Spasov looking for a sweep. Not yet Spasov, not yet.
Seminole working some strikes from top position.
Spasov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Seminole on the ground.
Spasov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Seminole is controlling him.
Spasov trying to keep a closed guard but Seminole is proving a slippery customer.
Seminole stands up over Spasov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Spasov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Seminole keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Spasov's head.
Seminole working some strikes from top position.
Seminole stands up over Spasov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Seminole postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Seminole scoring with punches to the head and body.
Seminole with a nice head shot there.
Spasov has momentary wrist control but Seminole slips an elbow through the middle.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spasov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Seminole chips away with some ground and pound.
Seminole distracts Spasov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Seminole scoring with punches to the head and body.
Spasov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Seminole is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #ROC2#Spasov is rocked!
Seminole lands a couple of digs.
Oh Spasov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Seminole with a nice head shot there.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Seminole's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Seminole keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Spasov's head.
Seminole stops Spasov from standing up.
Seminole postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Seminole is working Spasov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Seminole pushing down on Spasov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Spasov tries to get to full guard but Seminole has control of the leg.
Seminole working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chief Seminole dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Spasov gets tackled into the cage by Seminole. Seminole maintains the clinch.
Spasov seems to have got his legs back now.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Seminole is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Seminole avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the cage.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but Seminole has him pressed against the cage.
Spasov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Seminole has him pressed against the cage.
Spasov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Seminole backwards.
Seminole has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Spasov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Seminole blocks a body shot from Spasov. #T1#
Spasov stalling the fight.
Spasov tries to break the clinch but Seminole is controlling the position.
Seminole's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#TD#
Spasov pulls guard effortlessly.
Spasov looking for a sweep. Not yet Spasov, not yet.
Spasov has momentary wrist control but Seminole slips an elbow through the middle.
Seminole landing with the ground and pound.
Seminole postures up and lands a big shot to Spasov's brow.
Seminole is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Seminole working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Chief Seminole has got the better of the ground game so far.
Seminole landing some decent shots from guard.
Seminole keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Spasov's head.
Seminole connects with a couple of short punches.
Spasov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Seminole is controlling him. #T2#
Seminole makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Seminole stands up over Spasov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Seminole postures up and lands a big shot to Spasov's brow.
Spasov is looking to stand up but Seminole isn't so interested in that idea.
Seminole postures up and lands a big shot to Spasov's brow.
Spasov is looking to stand up but Seminole isn't so interested in that idea.
Seminole lands a couple of decent looking shots.#ES#
Spasov is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Seminole presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov misses with a body punch. #TD2#
Seminole lands a takedown into guard. #T3#
Seminole postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Seminole is working Spasov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #ES#
Spasov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Seminole has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov wants to get back to striking at distance but Seminole won't allow it.
Seminole blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Spasov tries a body shot but Seminole blocks it.
A right handed body shot lands from Spasov.
Nice body punch from Spasov.
Seminole keeps control of Spasov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Seminole avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the cage.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Spasov tries a body shot but Seminole blocks it.
Spasov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Seminole to keep the fight standing.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Seminole is working for takedown but Spasov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Spas Spasov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chief Seminole.
Spasov tries to work over Seminole's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov is trying to maintain a safe position but Seminole gets an underhook and turns Spasov into the cage.
I was talking to Spasov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD#
Spasov drags the fight down to the ground.
Seminole landing some decent shots from guard.
Seminole lands a couple of elbows.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Seminole's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Seminole is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Seminole is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Chief Seminole 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! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Spasov is trying to break the clinch but Seminole is controlling him.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seminole goes for a takedown in the clinch but Spasov prevents it.
Spasov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Seminole controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Seminole gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Spasov moves into full guard.
Seminole scoring with some ground and pound. #T1#
Spasov wants to stand up but Seminole is controlling him. #SUB#
Seminole avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Seminole working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Spasov's head.
Seminole postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Seminole connects with a couple of short punches.
Seminole preventing the sweep.
Spasov wants to stand and escape but Seminole is having none of it.
Spasov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Seminole works over Spasov with some ground and pound from guard.
Seminole working some strikes from top position.
Seminole lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Seminole scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Seminole loads up on a big left hand. Spasov felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Seminole looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Spasov can't hide his disappointment, as Seminole celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chief Seminole!
During a confident post fight interview, Chief Seminole thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: PANDA 34
Date: Oct 23, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Giroud closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Giroud won't allow it.
Spasov tries a body shot but Giroud blocks it.
Spasov digs a right hand underneath Giroud's ribcage. Giroud let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Giroud misses with a hook from the clinch.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Giroud working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Giroud can't find room to land a body shot as Spasov controls the action.
Spasov lands a shot to the body.
Giroud working aggressively here.
A body shot lands from Spasov.
Spasov fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD2#
Spasov jumps into guard, dragging Giroud to the mat. #SUB2#
Giroud avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spasov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Spasov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Giroud passes into side control.
Spasov is pushing Giroud's head away, looking to escape. Giroud manages to hold on to the position though.#T1##SUB#
Giroud is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Spasov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Giroud lands a nice forearm strike.
Spasov is looking for a sweep.
Spasov is trying to control Giroud's posture but Giroud avoids it.
Spasov pushes Giroud away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Giroud gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Spasov defending against the ground and pound. #SUB#
Giroud tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #ES2#
Spasov bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Spasov 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.
Spasov misses with a wild combination. #T2##CL#
Giroud moves into the clinch.
Spasov lands with a left to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Giroud fails to land. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch.
Giroud missing with a left hand there. Spasov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Spasov closes the distance and pushes Giroud back into the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Giroud.
Giroud has a couple of punches blocked by Spasov.
Giroud scores with a shoulder strike.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Spasov lands a body shot.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Giroud forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Bastien Giroud has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.#TD2#
Spasov pulls Giroud into guard.
Giroud stops Spasov from standing up.
Giroud's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Giroud is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Giroud looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T3#
Giroud is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Spasov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Spasov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Spasov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #ES2#
Spasov kicks Giroud off and gets to his feet.
Giroud throws an overhand right that lands on Spasov's shoulder, as Spasov tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Spasov takes the fight into the clinch.
Spasov takes a knee to the side of the body.
Spasov is pushing Giroud up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Spasov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Giroud throws a knee to the head but misses. #T4##BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Giroud avoids a punch combination nicely.
Some wild striking there from Spasov.
Giroud connects with the punch.
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!
Giroud lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Spasov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Giroud smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bastien Giroud is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
Giroud keeps the fight on the outside.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Giroud works over Spasov's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT#It looks like Spas Spasov has been cut.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Giroud circles away quickly and effectively.
Spasov takes one on the button.
Giroud lands with a shot to the body.
Spasov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Spasov throws a one two combo.
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 Bastien Giroud will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Spasov tries to bum rush Giroud with a series of wild strikes but Giroud uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Spasov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Giroud backs up against the cage.
Spasov doesn't manage to clinch there - Giroud circles away.
Spasov staying out of range there.
Spasov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Giroud lands with a hook. Spasov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Spasov tries to clinch up but Giroud circles away and keeps his distance.
Spasov dodges the punch combination from Giroud.
Giroud throws a leg kick but Spasov moved away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Giroud takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nice uppercut there from Spasov.
A clash of legs there as Spasov blocks the low kick.#CL#
Spasov tries to keep at a distance but Giroud has taken the fight into the clinch.
Giroud can't find room to land a body shot as Spasov controls the action.
Spasov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Spasov lands with a light punch inside. #T1##BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
Giroud keeps the fight on the outside.
Spasov avoids the body shot from Giroud.
Giroud looks to score with a jab to the body but Spasov is just out of range.
Giroud lands a nice looking body shot.
Giroud leaves Spasov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Giroud lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Spasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Giroud moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Giroud jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Spasov. #ES#
Giroud bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spasov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Giroud rushes Spasov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Giroud tries to land a knee to the head but Spasov blocks with his arms.
Bastien Giroud has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T2#
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Spasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Spasov pushes Giroud up against the cage in a clinch.
Giroud fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Giroud counters with a lovely shot to the body.#CL#
Giroud has managed to clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Giroud.
Spasov tries to stall but Giroud uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Giroud lands a right hand.
A frustrated look appears on Spasov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Giroud blocks a body shot from Spasov. #BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
A big right from Giroud misses.
Spasov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bastien Giroud has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.#T3#
Giroud misses with a looping left.
Spasov slips a straight right by Giroud.
Bastien Giroud is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Giroud throws a hook to the side of Spasov's head but Spasov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL#
Giroud drives through and clinches with Spasov against the cage.
Giroud fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Giroud is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Giroud tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Spasov pushes Giroud back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Giroud is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Spasov is keeping busy.#BC2#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Giroud bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Spasov slips a jab from Giroud.
Some wild striking there from Spasov. #T4#
Giroud scores with a hook.
Giroud pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Giroud throws out a leg kick but Spasov moves out of range and Giroud only half commits.
Bastien Giroud is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Giroud pushes Spasov up against the cage in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spasov works on Giroud's body with a couple of short punches.
Giroud misses with a punch to the body.
Giroud misses with a knee strike.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Giroud misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Spasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Giroud with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Spasov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Spasov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Giroud swings wildly with an uppercut but Spasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bastien Giroud dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3##TD2#
Spasov shoots in and bounces Giroud off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SU2#
Spasov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Spasov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Spasov.
Giroud attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#CL2#
Spasov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Giroud misses with a hook to the ribs.
Giroud misses with some punches.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short uppercut from Spasov.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Giroud won't allow it.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Spasov. #T1##BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
Giroud looks to score with a jab to the body but Spasov is just out of range.#CL2#
Spasov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Giroud, pushing him back against the cage.
Spasov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Giroud goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Giroud fails to land.
Giroud swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Spasov slowing the pace effectively.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Giroud won't allow it.
Bastien Giroud has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov blocks an uppercut.
Spasov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Giroud smiles and moves away.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.
Spasov fails with the takedown.
Spasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A looping hook to the body misses from Giroud. Spasov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Giroud throws a nice looking combination but Spasov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T2#
Spasov throws a series of punches but Giroud avoids them all with ease.
A right-left combo lands from Spasov.
Giroud cracks Spasov with a good jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spasov looks to land a combination but Giroud avoids it well.
A swing and a miss from Giroud.
Giroud throws a nice looking combination but Spasov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Giroud throws out a powerful jab.
Giroud fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Giroud fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spasov manages to avoid it.
Giroud swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Giroud moves into range and clinches up with Spasov.
Giroud throws a punch but it's blocked by Spasov.
Giroud lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC2#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Giroud throws a low kick but Spasov moves out of range easily.
Spasov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T3#
Spasov tries to clinch there but Giroud circles away. #CL#
Giroud has closed the distance and engaged Spasov in a clinch.
Giroud throws a punch but it's blocked by Spasov.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Giroud scores with a shoulder strike.
Giroud with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spasov stalling in the clinch but Giroud improves position.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Spasov.
Giroud lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Spasov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Giroud takes a shot to the head.
Giroud lands a right hand that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Giroud is trying to maintain a safe position but Spasov gets an underhook and turns Giroud into the cage.
Giroud throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Spasovs head.
Spasov is struggling to control the position.#T4#
Spasov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Spasov fails to land. #TD2#
Spasov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Giroud uses from the top position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#ES2#
Spasov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Giroud tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Giroud lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Giroud misses with a punch on the inside.
Giroud throws a head punch that misses.
Giroud misses with a punch on the inside.
Giroud trying to control the position but instead, Spasov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Giroud into the cage.
Spasov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Giroud backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Bastien Giroud did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Giroud throws the left hand but Spasov avoids the punch easily.
Giroud takes a swing at Spasov's ribcage but misses.
Giroud connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Giroud misses with a few strikes there.
Giroud takes one on the button.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Spasov is looking to clinch but Giroud is avoiding it.
Spasov 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.#CL#
Giroud clinches with his opponent. #TD2#
Spasov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Spasov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Giroud wants to control from the top but Spasov keeps moving.
Spasov wants to stand and escape but Giroud is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Giroud wants to control from the top but Spasov keeps moving. #T1#
Giroud keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Spasov's head.
Giroud's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Giroud in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Giroud stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Spasov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Giroud is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Spasov cracks Giroud with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Giroud throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Spasov counters with a left and a right that stings Giroud.
Giroud misses with a jab, cross combination.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Spasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A big right from Giroud misses. #CL#
Giroud moves into the clinch.
Spasov lands a body shot.
Spasov takes a shot to the head.
Giroud throws a head punch that misses.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A body shot lands from Spasov.
Spasov trying to control the position but instead, Giroud has worked for underhooks and has pushed Spasov into the cage.
Giroud misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Giroud on the inside.
Giroud tries a body shot but Spasov blocks it.
Giroud stalling the fight.
Giroud softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
Giroud throws a punch but it's blocked by Spasov.
Spasov blocks an uppercut.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov prevents a body shot from Giroud.
Spasov misses with a body punch. #TD2#
Spasov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Giroud uses from the top position. #ES2#
Spasov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Giroud misses with the head strike.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Giroud throws a knee to the head but misses.
Giroud misses with a knee to the head.
Giroud with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Spasov presses Giroud against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC2#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T4##CL#
Giroud closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Giroud using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Spasov has his back arched nicely, preventing the 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!
Spasov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Giroud.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Spasov.
Giroud misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Spasov.
Giroud misses with a hook from the clinch.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Giroud avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the cage. #BC2#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Spasov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Giroud counters with a stiff right hand.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Giroud avoids them all with ease.
Spasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Giroud moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Giroud misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Giroud on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD2#
Spasov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Spas Spasov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Giroud bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Giroud swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Giroud cracks Spasov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL2#
Spasov instigates a clinch.
Spasov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Giroud tries a knee to the head but Spasov blocks it.
Giroud swings wildly with an uppercut but Spasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spasov scores with a hook to the body.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Giroud avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the cage.
Giroud throws a punch but it's blocked by Spasov. #TD2#
Spasov pulls guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #ES2#
Spasov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Giroud off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #CL2#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Giroud in a clinch. #TD2#
Spasov pulls guard successfully.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spasov seems keen to control Giroud's posture.#T1#
Giroud prevents Spasov from getting back to his feet. #ES2#
Spasov pushes Giroud off and scrambles back to his feet. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Spasov.
Spasov is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#ES#
Giroud bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Giroud displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Spasov.
Nice sprawl there from Giroud as Spasov shoots in.
Bastien Giroud has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Giroud tries a knee to the head but Spasov blocks it.
Spasov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Giroud walks away with a smile on his face. Spasov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Giroud with a jab.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Spasov!
Spasov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Giroud misses with a jab, cross combination.
Giroud with a nice cross.
Spasov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Giroud sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Giroud throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Giroud scores with a nice strike.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Spasov shoots for a takedown but Giroud saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Spasov.
Spasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Spasov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Giroud under the eye.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Giroud moves out of range.
Giroud scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Spasov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Giroud slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Giroud cracks Spasov with an open hand slap.
Giroud dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Giroud dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Spasov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Giroud fails to land with a series of punches.
Giroud keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Spasov looks to clinch
and Giroud counters with a one-two to the body. #CL#
Giroud rushes Spasov and presses him up against the cage.
Spasov lands a body punch.
Spasov is leaning against Giroud and scores with a nice uppercut 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!
Giroud misses with a short punch on the inside.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Giroud controls the action.
Spasov is working Giroud over against the cage.#T4##TD2#
Spasov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Giroud uses from the top position.
Spasov trying to strike off his back. #SUB2#
Spasov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Giroud defends well.
Giroud throws a big right hand that misses.
Giroud stops Spasov from standing up. #SUB2#
Spasov has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Giroud is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Spasov.
Bastien Giroud is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Spasov tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spasov is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Spasov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Giroud. What's that going to do exactly?

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 Bastien Giroud.
I think Giroud 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 49:47
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 50:46
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bastien Giroud!
Post fight, Bastien Giroud stared into the camera and said 'Nobody in the division can take my shots ! Its a message to the rest of the fighters: im coming'.

Event: PANDA 26
Date: Oct 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Spasov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sila swivels and escapes.
Sila walks into a jab.
Spasov shoots for a takedown but Sila saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Spasov cracks Sila with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Sila 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.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sila swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Spasov clinches up with Sila and pushes him back against the cage.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Sila takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Spasov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Sila up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Spasov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sila's waist but Sila gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Spasov off to one side.
Sila steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Spasov.
Spasov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sila slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Sila misses with a body kick.
Nice cross by Spasov.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sila pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Sila tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spasov was well out of range. Poor timing from Sila.
Sila throws a wild body kick that Spasov sees coming a mile off.
Spasov swinging wildly here.
Spasov tries to clinch up but Sila circles away and keeps his distance.
Sila throws a sloppy head kick and Spasov moves out of range easily.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Sila sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T2#
Spasov throws a series of punches but Sila avoids them all with ease.
Spasov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov throws a one two combo. #ROC#Sila is rocked!
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sila.
Sila is still on wobbly legs! Can Spasov finish him?
Horrible takedown attempt by Spasov or perhaps it was just good defense by Sila, which made it look bad.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sila seems to have recovered his senses.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Spasov has knocked Sila down with a huge combo! Spasov steps away and waves a wobbly Sila back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sila keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3#
Spasov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL2#
and Sila counters by moving into the clinch.
A short right from Spasov.
Spasov has Sila pressed against the cage.
Spasov tries a body shot but Sila blocks it.
A body shot lands from Spasov.
Spasov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Spasov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Spasov is leaning against Sila and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Sila forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Sila prevents a body shot from Spasov. #BC#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4##TD2#
Sila shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Spasov is trying to defend but Sila finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB2#
Sila seems to be looking for submissions.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sila works his way into side control.
Spasov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sila's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spasov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Spasov missing with punches from the bottom.
Sila controlling the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Spasov is defending against the submission attempts here by Sila.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov 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#
Sila is trying hard to land a takedown here. Spasov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Sila swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Spasov misses with a takedown
and Sila counters with a nice body shot.
Spasov tries to bum rush Sila with a series of wild strikes but Sila uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sila pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Spasov closes the distance and pushes Sila back into the cage.
Spasov fails to pull guard.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Sila controls his hands.
Sila lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Sila avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the cage. #BC2#
Sila breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov tries to clinch up but Sila circles away and keeps his distance.
Sila throws a counter combo.#T1#
Sila avoids a punch combination nicely.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov feints a jab promting Sila to slip. Spasov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Sila slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Spasov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sila pinned against the cage. Sila gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing.
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL#
Spasov forces Sila back against the cage and clinches.#T2#
Nice body punch from Spasov - that landed with a thud.
Spasov tries a body shot but Sila blocks it.
Sila gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Spasov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Spasov.
Sila is stalling here.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sila's elbow.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Sila avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the cage.
Spasov throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Spasov breaks from the clinch. #T3#
Sila avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sila throws a series of punches but Spasov avoids them all with ease.
Spas Spasov is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Sila tries to keep at a distance but Spasov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Spasov gets control of Sila's arms and successfully pulls guard. Spasov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Spasov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sila is controlling him.
Sila slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Spasov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sila can do to turn this around?
Spasov is trying to get back to half guard.
Sila prevents Spasov from escaping the position.#SUB2#
Sila working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Sila takes a little break here. Spasov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Spasov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB2#
Sila is trying to get an arm triangle but Spasov is defending well.
Sila avoids the strikes from the bottom by Spasov.
A lull in the action here.#SUB2#
Sila is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Spasov has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Sila wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Spasov, who protects the arm well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Sila misses with a wild body shot.
Spasov is looking to clinch but Sila is avoiding it.
Spasov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Spasov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Sila to keep the fight standing.
Spasov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Sila avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sila tries to score a body lock takedown but Spasov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spasov lands a two punch combo.
Sila takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown but Sila manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spasov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sila looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Sila avoids them all with ease. #T1#
Spasov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sila on the side of the head.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sila.
Horrible takedown attempt by Spasov or perhaps it was just good defense by Sila, which made it look bad.
Sila is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown but Sila manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spasov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch successfully.
Sila blocks an uppercut.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Spas Spasov has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Spasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD2#
Sila closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Spasov did well to prevent Sila getting side control.
Sila is looking to advance position but Spasov won't allow it.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.
Afa Sila has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2##SUB2#
Sila is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Spasov sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Sila is looking for a kimura but Spasov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sila to get the leverage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov manages to get to full guard.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Sila is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sila advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Sila tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Spasov wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Spasov struggling a bit here.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Sila wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Spasov, who protects the arm well.
Spasov bucks up and tries to throw Sila off but instead Sila has got his back!
Spasov is trying to stand back up. #SUB2#
Sila is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Spasov knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Spasov for a finish. #T4##SUB2#
Spasov preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Sila.
Spasov is trying to get back to his feet but Sila has full control of the position and if anything, Spasov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Sila has the hooks in. Spasov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Afa Sila has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Spasov defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #SUB2#
Spasov is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Spasov is trying to stand back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Afa Sila comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Spasov 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spas Spasov!
A very excited looking Spas Spasov 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: PANDA 16
Date: Sep 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Spasov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Slayer tries to avoid it but Spasov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Slayer to the ground. Slayer escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Slayer connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CUT#It looks like Spas Spasov has been cut.
Spasov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Slayer.
Chief Slayer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Slayer misses.
Spasov moves out of range of the strikes.
Spasov shoots in but no luck this time.
Jab by Slayer.
Spasov fails to land the takedown.
Chief Slayer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Slayer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Spasov is looking to clinch.
A nice combination there by Spasov.
Spasov dives in and grabs Slayer's left leg, looking for a takedown. Slayer pushes down on Spasov's head and hops out.
We've been hearing reports that Slayer has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Slayer ducks under a wild hook from Spasov.
Spasov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Spasov throws a combination. Slayer tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Spasov scores with a one two! Slayer had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Slayer works Spasov's body with a nice hook.
Slayer misses with an uppercut.
Slayer throws a lazy right hand but Spasov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Slayer throws a hook but Spasov avoids it easily.
Spasov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Slayer scores with a decent looking hook.
Spasov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL#
Slayer takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Slayer jumps guard.
Spasov wants to stand but Slayer has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB#
Slayer has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Spasov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Spasov wants to stand but Slayer has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB#
Slayer working for a triangle but Spasov defends it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Slayer is looking for a triangle but Spasov pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
Spasov tries to stand but Slayer is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Slayer is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Spasov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Slayer has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Spasov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Slayer is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Spasov rolls with it to try and escape but Slayer cranks on the arm and Spasov is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Chief Slayer!
Chief Slayer gave a mention to Big Chief Nutrition & Laundry Services (80%) in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: PANDA 9
Date: Aug 07, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Spasov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gai manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Spasov throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Gai counter with a right hand.
Spasov fails with the takedown.
Spasov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Gai throws a big shot that misses.
Spasov lands with a nice combination. Gai backs away looking to recover.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gai lands with a kick to the ribs.
Spasov misses with an uppercut. Gai saw that one coming.
Nice shot by Gai.
Gai scores with a nice body kick.
Gai's corner calls for a 1-2. Gai obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Gai looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
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!
Gai throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Spasov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Gai was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice body kick from Gai.
Spasov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Gai swivels and escapes.
Nomor Gai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.#T1#
Gai scores with a jab. Spasov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Spasov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Gai pinned against the cage. Gai gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Gai lands with a good body shot.
A nice leg kick from Gai, right into the meat of the thigh.
Spasov is looking to clinch but Gai is avoiding it.
Gai tried to counter with a leg kick but Spasov avoided it.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Gai swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Nomor Gai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gai.
Gai moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Gai throws a good cross that connects.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gai looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing. #T2#
Spasov throws a series of punches but Gai 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!
Gai misses with a low kick.
Spasov connects with a right hand. Gai shakes it off.
Spasov wants to clinch up but Gai keeps it at a distance.
Gai throws a leg kick but Spasov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Gai lets loose with a powerful body kick. Spasov will feel that in the morning.
Gai scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Spasov tries to move into range but Gai moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Gai dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Spasov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Gai moves out of range as Spasov strikes.
Spasov tries to bum rush Gai with a series of wild strikes but Gai uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd cheers as Gai lands an impressive looking overhand right. Spasov doesn't seem phased though.
Gai works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Gai lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T3#
Spasov throws a series of punches but Gai moves out of range.
Gai stuffs the takedown attempt from Spasov. Spasov gets slowly back to his feet.
Gai swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gai slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Spasov throws a lazy uppercut
and Gai counters with a leg kick.
Gai misses the shot to the body.
Gai is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Spasov throws a combination. Gai tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Spasov with a poor takedown
and Gai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Gai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spasov moves away.
Spasov is looking for the big counter here.
Gai pushes Spasov away with a front kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gai dips to his left and cracks Spasov with an uppercut!
Gai slips a jab and a cross from Spasov. #T4#
Spasov misses with a shot to the body
and Gai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Spasov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Spasov misses with a looping left.
Spasov closes the distance and clinches up with Gai, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes Gai against the cage but Gai circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gai lands with a hook. Spasov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gai.
Spasov moves forwards but Gai connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Spasov tries to clinch there but Gai circles away.
Nice uppercut lands for Gai. That snapped Spasov's head back.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Gai swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Gai staying out of range there.
Gai catches Spasov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Gai thows a body kick. Spasov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spasov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Gai goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Spasov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Spasov closes the distance and pushes Gai back into the cage.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nomor Gai dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Gai pushes Spasov away with a front kick.
Nomor Gai is winning the standup battle so far.
Gai looks to land a body kick but Spasov moved away.#CL2#
Gai tries to keep at a distance but Spasov has taken the fight into the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Spasov as the two fighters clinch.
Gai pushes Spasov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Gai controls the action.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Gai controls the action. #BC#
Gai's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov misses with a straight left.
Spasov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gai manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov is looking to clinch but Gai is avoiding it.
Gai misses with a right hand
and Spasov counters with a one-two to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body kick there by Gai.
Gai catches Spasov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Gai lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Spasov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov wants to clinch up but Gai keeps it at a distance.
Gai lands a jab.
Gai throws a body punch but Spasov moves out of range. #T1#
A combination from Spasov does no damage.
Gai tried to counter with a leg kick but Spasov avoided it.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gai cracks Spasov with a good jab.
Gai throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Spasov darts in trying to clinch
and Gai counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Gai throws a wild body kick that Spasov sees coming a mile off.
Gai scores with a spinning back kick!
Spasov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Spasov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Gai scores with a decent looking hook.
Gai avoids a punch combination nicely.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Gai, as that shot connected. #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!
Gai plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Spasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Gai cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gai connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Spasov's hands.
Spasov drops his hands momentarily and Gai takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gai misses with a hook. Spasov ducked under it nicely.
Spasov is looking for the big counter here.
Spasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Gai throws the left hand but Spasov avoids the punch easily.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
Good leg kick by Gai.
Gai lands a really nice looking cross but Spasov seems unphased.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Gai bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Spasov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Gai finds it's way round the side to connect with Spasov's head.
Gai is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spasov can do to turn this around?
Spasov misses the jab.
Gai was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Spasov misses with a combination
and Gai counters with a low kick, right behind Spasov 's knee. #T3#
Gai swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.
Gai looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Spasov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gai avoids it really well and circles away.
Spasov is breathing heavily.
Spasov blocks a head kick by Gai.
Gai thumps Spasov with a low kick.
Spasov wants to clinch
and Gai counters with a thumping low kick.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gai circles away quickly and effectively.
Gai just misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches.
Gai looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T4#
Gai lands a head kick!
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Gai. Spasov shrugs it off though.
Gai throws a hook but Spasov avoids it easily.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Gai appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gai waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Spasov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Gai circles away easily
and Gai counters with a straight right hand.
Gai circles away from the clinch attempt.
Good standup being displayed there by Gai as he connects with a hook.
Spasov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Gai.
Gai fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Spasov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Spasov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spasov closes the distance and clinches up with Gai, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes Gai against the cage but Gai circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nomor Gai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Gai swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nomor Gai dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
Spasov shoots for a double leg takedown but Gai sprawls well. He's pushed Spasov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gai looks to throw the jab but Spasov is out of range.
Nice body kick there by Gai.
Spasov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Spasov darts in trying to clinch
enabling Gai to counter with a crisp jab.
Gai lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Spasov throws a right hand that Gai ducks under and follows up with a left that Gai also avoids with ease.
A decent looking cross lands there for Spasov.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gai works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Spasov is trying desperately to land a takedown but Gai is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Spasov.
Spasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Gai bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Gai sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Gai lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Gai with the inside leg kick.
Gai scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Gai lands a nice looking body kick.
Gai with a nice calf kick.
Gai cracks Spasov with an open hand slap.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Gai circles away easily
and Gai counters with a straight right hand.
Nomor Gai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Gai with a nice calf kick.
Gai throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Spasov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Gai swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Spasov.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Some wild striking there from Spasov.
Gai appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gai throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CL2#
Spasov has managed to clinch.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Gai controls the action.
Spasov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gai tries a body shot but Spasov blocks it.
Gai digs a right hand underneath Spasov's ribcage. Spasov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Gai is leaning against Spasov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Gai creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A short uppercut from Gai.
Gai lands a left hand that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gai's elbow.
Spasov blocks the elbow strike.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Gai scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Spasov misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Spasov.
As Spasov backs away, Gai returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T3##CL2#
Spasov instigates a clinch.
Gai lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Gai.
Spasov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Spasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gai moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gai. That's going to slow Spasov down.
Spasov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Spasov tries to move into range but Gai moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Gai lands a jab.#ROC#Spasov is rocked!
Gai cracks Spasov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Spasov is still on wobbly legs! Can Gai finish him?
Spasov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
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!
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Spasov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Gai feints and then cracks Spasov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Spasov down. #T4#
Gai feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Spasovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Gai scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Some wild striking there from Spasov.
Gai circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Spasov drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Gai follows Spasov to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nomor Gai!
Nomor Gai retains his lightweight title!
Nomor Gai decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: PANDA 5
Date: Jul 17, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jia shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Spasov as he jumps to the side.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jia tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Spasov swivels and escapes.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jia was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jia definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Jia looks to score with a jab to the body but Spasov is just out of range.
Spasov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jia manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jia showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spasov.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown. Jia tries to sprawl out of it but Spasov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jia manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice sprawl there from Spasov as Jia shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cai Jia. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jia.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown but Jia manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spasov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jia shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Spasov but Spasov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Spasov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Jia back to the cage. Spasov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jia fails with a takedown attempt. #T1#
Spasov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Jia counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jia tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Spasov defends well and Jia ends up having to push Spasov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jia slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Jia shoots in but Spasov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Jia dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Spasov lands a jab-cross combination.
Jia slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Spasov tries to clinch up but Jia circles away and keeps his distance.
Jia shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Spasov as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Spasov rushes Jia and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
Jia blocks a body shot from Spasov. #BC#
Jia breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A combination from Spasov does no damage.
Jia fails to land the takedown.
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Spasov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jia on the side of the head.
Spasov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jia's waist but Jia gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Spasov off to one side.
Spasov leaves Jia with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Spasov throws a counter combo.
Spasov wants to clinch up but Jia keeps it at a distance.
Jia looks for a takedown but Spasov sprawls well.
Jia misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3#
Jia dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Jia misses with a two punch combination.
Spasov throws a series of strikes that have Jia backpedaling.
Jia takes a swing at Spasov's ribcage but misses.
Jia shoots for a double leg takedown but Spasov sprawls well. He's pushed Jia's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jia is breathing heavily.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jia with a poor takedown
and Spasov counters with a one-two to the body.
Jia avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Spasov clinches up with Jia and pushes him back against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Spasov.
Spasov has Jia pressed against the cage, preventing Jia from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Spasov lands a body punch in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov scores with a shoulder strike.
Spasov tries to work over Jia's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Jia controls his hands. #BC2#
Spasov breaks from the clinch. #T4#
Jia shoots in and drives through. Spasov sprawls well.#TD2#
Spasov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Jia to the ground. Spasov is now in Jia's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SU2#
Spasov decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Jia, up you get!
A right-left combo lands from Spasov.
Spasov throws a right and a left that Jia avoids nicely.
Jia tries to score a power double leg takedown but Spasov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jia somewhat.
Nice takedown defense from Jia. No joy for Spasov on that attempt.
Jia just misses with a punch to the body.
Jia keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jia swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.
Jia keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jia shoots in looking for a takedown. Spasov tries to sprawl out of it but Jia keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Spasov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Jia looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Jia in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Spasov - that landed with a thud.
Spasov tries to work over Jia's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jia is trying to break free.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Jia is trying to break the clinch but Spasov is controlling him.
Spasov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Spasov swings wildly with an uppercut but Jia uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jia as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Spasov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T1#
Jia has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Spasov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cai Jia. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Jia breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spasov throws a combination that misses
and Jia counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jia paws at him with a jab and circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Jia misses the target.
Jia misses with a body shot.
Spasov throws out a counter right but Jia avoids it with no problem.
Spasov goes for a double leg but Jia avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jia continues to drive forward.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jia or perhaps it was just good defense by Spasov, which made it look bad.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Spasov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Spasov is defended easily by Jia.
Danga de danga de dang - Spasov scores with a four punch combination!
Jia fails with a takedown attempt. #T2#
No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Spasov throws a right and a left that Jia avoids nicely.
Jia throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Spasov's waist but Spasov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jia off to one side.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spasov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jia.
Spasov blocks a low kick nicely.
Spasov scores with a jab.
Jia avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Spasov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Spasov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Jia closes the distance and clinches up with Spasov, looking for a takedown. Jia pushes Spasov against the cage but Spasov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Spasov misses with a takedown
and Spasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A little feinted left hand from Jia on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Spasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Spasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
A jab from Spasov does it's job there.
Spasov has a takedown stuffed.
Spasov slips under a jab.
Jia will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Spasov wants to clinch.
Spasov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jia closes the distance and clinches up with Spasov, looking for a takedown. Jia pushes Spasov against the cage but Spasov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Spasov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Jia changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Spasov tries to avoid it but Jia manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Spasov to the ground. Spasov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Spasov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jia pinned against the cage. Jia gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
Jia darts in looking for a takedown but Spasov gets double underhooks and turns Jia into the cage.
As Jia backs off Spasov throws a huge counter combo but Jia manages to avoid it all.
Spasov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jab by Spasov.
Spasov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jia misses with a takedown attempt - Spasov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jia displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Spasov.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Jia shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Spasov defends it nicely.
Spasov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Spasov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown. Jia tries to sprawl out of it but Spasov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jia manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jia.
Jia feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jia as he jumps to the side.
Spasov closes the distance and clinches up with Jia, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes Jia against the cage but Jia circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jia is looking to counter punch.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jia was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jia shoots in for a takedown but Spasov shows good takedown defense.
Spasov tries to clinch but Jia moves out of range.
Spasov closes the distance and clinches up with Jia, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes Jia against the cage but Jia circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Cai Jia has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Jia shoots for a double leg takedown but Spasov sprawls well. He's pushed Jia's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Spasov with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Jia counters by moving into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jia drops down looking for an ankle pick but Spasov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Jia misses with a takedown attempt - Spasov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Spasov has taken the fight to the clinch. #T1#
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Jia breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jia circles away from the clinch attempt.
Spasov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jia avoids it really well and circles away.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Jia swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.
Nice sprawl there from Spasov as Jia shoots in.
Spasov closes the distance and clinches up with Jia, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes Jia against the cage but Jia circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jia appears to be looking for a big counter.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jia or perhaps it was just good defense by Spasov, which made it look bad.
Jia looks for a takedown but Spasov sprawls well.#T2#
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
Spas Spasov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice takedown defense from Spasov. No joy for Jia on that attempt.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jia but Jia pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A punch combination from Jia misses.
As Jia backs off Spasov throws a huge counter combo but Jia manages to avoid it all.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown but Jia manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spasov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Spasov throws a right hand that Jia ducks under and follows up with a left that Jia also avoids with ease.
Spasov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spasov throws a combination. Jia tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Jia keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown. Jia tries to sprawl out of it but Spasov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jia manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Jia goes for a double leg but Spasov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Spasov continues to drive forward.
Spasov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Cai Jia has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown. Jia tries to sprawl out of it but Spasov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jia manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A cross from Jia lands.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Jia avoids them all with ease.
Jia tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Spasov defends well and Jia ends up having to push Spasov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Spasov shoots for a double leg takedown but Jia sprawls well. He's pushed Spasov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Jia misses the target.
Jia looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Spasov is fending him off so far but Jia persists. Nope, Spasov circles away and we're back to standing.
Spasov slips under a jab from Jia.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Jia tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Spasov swivels and escapes.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt - Jia sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Spasov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T4#
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Jia fails to land the takedown.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Jia bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Jia. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jia circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jia has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
It looked like Jia wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jia misses with a takedown attempt - Spasov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Jia gets caught napping as Spasov dives in and scores a takedown. Jia manages to retain guard.
Jia is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Spasov is controlling him. #SU2#
Spasov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spas Spasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Spasov 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Friday Contender Series 1
Date: Jun 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Good standup being displayed there by Ishii as he connects with a hook.
Ishii 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.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Ishii avoids them all with ease.
A nice side step and Ishii releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ishii darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Spasov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Doom's Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Spasov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Nice defenses there by Ishii.
Ishii swinging wildly here.
Spasov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Spasov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Spasov throws a right hand that Ishii ducks under and follows up with a left that Ishii also avoids with ease.
Spasov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ishii.
Spasov takes one to the side of the head.
Ishii misses with a low kick as Spasov jumps back.
Spasov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ishii.
Ishii scores with a hook to the body. Spasov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #CL#
Spasov drives through and clinches with Ishii against the ropes.
Ishii throws an elbow that misses.
Spasov blocks the elbow strike.
Spasov effectively controlling the action here.#T1#
Spasov digs a right hand into Ishii's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ishii's gas tank.
Spasov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Spasov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ishii throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #BC#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches.
Takeru Ishii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short body shot lands from Spasov as the two fighters clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Spasov.
Spasov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Spasov. #BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ishii dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Ishii fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Spasov is out of range.
Spasov appears to be looking for a big counter.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ishii darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T2#
Ishii with a nice calf kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ishii dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Spasov slips under a jab from Ishii.#CL#
Spasov gets a clinch.
Ishii throws an elbow that misses.
Good body shot from Spasov.
Spasov avoids the elbow strike from Ishii, against the ropes.
Ishii tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ishii fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Spasov.
Nice body punch from Spasov.
Ishii looks winded!
Spasov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ishii.
A right hook to the body lands for Spasov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spasov presses Ishii against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Ishii misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ishii avoids a punch combination nicely.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Spasov lands a shot to the body.
Spasov leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Spasov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Spasov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ishii or not.
Ishii throws a head punch that misses.
Spasov pushes Ishii back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
A body shot lands from Spasov.
A body shot lands from Spasov.
Spasov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ishii can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ishii pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Ishii throws an elbow that misses.
Spasov lands with a right to the head.
Spas Spasov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ishii swings wildly with an uppercut but Spasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ishii working aggressively here. #T1#
Spasov lands a nice shot to the body.
Ishii is breathing heavily.
Spasov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Spasov avoids a wild elbow strike from Ishii.#BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Ishii pushes Spasov up against the ropes in a clinch.
Spasov is stalling here.
Spasov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ishii.
Spasov feints a jab promting Ishii to slip. Spasov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Ishii slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Spasov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ishii swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ishii throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch. #T2#
Spasov lands with a good body shot.
Spasov throws a right hand that Ishii ducks under and follows up with a left that Ishii also avoids with ease.#CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Nice body punch from Spasov.
Spasov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Spasov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Spasov.
Ishii has a couple of punches blocked by Spasov.
Spasov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ishii up against the ropes.
Spasov stalls. #BC#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Ishii bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ishii wants to counter the offense by Spasov and move into the clinch position.
Spasov misses with a wild combination. #CL#
Spasov darts in and clinches Ishii up against the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##CL#
Spasov takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Ishii bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ishii tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ishii throws a hook to the side of Spasov's head but Spasov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ishii scoring well with a low kick there. #CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Spasov lands a nice shot to the body.
A body shot lands from Spasov.
Nice body punch from Spasov - that landed with a thud.
Ishii creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Ishii drives through and clinches with Spasov against the ropes.
Spasov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Ishii blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Good body shot from Spasov.
Ishii throws an elbow that misses.
Spasov lands a nice shot to the body.
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ishii takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Ishii throws an elbow that misses.
Ishii throws an elbow but it misses.
Spasov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Ishii in a clinch.
Ishii throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A right hand to the body from Spasov.
Spasov blocks an uppercut.
Spasov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Spasov works on Ishii's body with a couple of short punches.
Ishii throws a head punch that misses.
Ishii throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Ishii throws a head punch that misses.
Ishii misses with an elbow over the top.#T2#
Ishii misses with the head strike.
A bit of stalling here from Spasov.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov lands a body shot.
Ishii lands with a right to the head.
Ishii looks to throw an elbow but misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ishii.
A head punch on the inside from Ishii fails to land. #BC#
Spasov manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Spasov closes the distance and clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spasov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Spasov tries to work over Ishii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov avoids a wild elbow strike from Ishii.
A nice left hand lands by Ishii.
Takeru Ishii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice body punch from Spasov - that landed with a thud.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spas Spasov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Spasov 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spas Spasov!
A very excited looking Spas Spasov 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: PF22 Bundy v Krieg
Date: Jun 13, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Spasov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Spasov shoots in but no luck this time.
Spasov scores with a three punch combo!
Nice body punch from Zan.
Zan with a hook.
Spasov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Zan tries to avoid it but Spasov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Zan to the ground. Zan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Zan misses the target.
Spasov shoots in for a double leg but Zan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tan Zan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Zan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jab from Zan.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Zan punishes Spasov's body with a nice straight punch.
Zan jabs at Spasov's body.
Zan keeps the fight on the outside.
Zan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Spasovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CL#
Zan pushes Spasov up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Spasov pulls guard effortlessly.
Zan tries to stand but Spasov is controlling from the bottom. #T1#
Spasov trying to control the position.
Zan has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Spasov wants to stand and escape but Zan is having none of it.
Zan looking to pass the guard.
Spasov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Zan tries to free his leg and advance position but Spasov is retaining full guard.
Zan is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Spasov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Spasov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Horrible takedown attempt by Spasov or perhaps it was just good defense by Zan, which made it look bad.
Spasov avoids the body shot from Zan.
Zan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tan Zan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice takedown defense from Zan. No joy for Spasov on that attempt.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T2#
Spasov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nice takedown defense from Zan. No joy for Spasov on that attempt.
Zan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A telegraphed right hand from Zan misses the target.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A punch lands to the side of Spasov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Spasov has a takedown stuffed.
Zan lands with a right hand.
We've been told by Zan's head coaches at The Foundry that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Spasov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spasov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zan.
Spasov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Zan is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A slow jab from Spasov misses its intended target.
Spasov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Zan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Zan closes the distance and clinches.
Zan works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Zan lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3#
Zan lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Spasov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Zan has him pressed against the cage.#TD2#
Spasov pulls guard effortlessly.
Spasov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Spasov wants to stand and escape but Zan is having none of it.
Zan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Spasov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Zan wants to pass the guard but Spasov is keeping the position.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Zan is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Spasov keeping full guard, as Zan tries to pass.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#ES2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Spasov pushes Zan off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T4#
Spasov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Spasov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Spasov blocks a jab.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Spasov fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Spasov forces Zan back against the cage and clinches.
Nice body punch from Zan. #BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A jab lands there for Zan.
Good standup being displayed there by Zan as he connects with a hook.
Zan misses the jab.
Spasov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Spasov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Zan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice sprawl there from Zan as Spasov shoots in.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spasov misses with the combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tan Zan dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Spasov tries to bum rush Zan with a series of wild strikes but Zan uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
It looked like Zan was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Spasov.
Zan lands a nice shot that snaps Spasov's head back.
Zan throws the left hand but Spasov avoids the punch easily.
Zan looks to land a right hand but Spasov moved out of range.
Zan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Spasov ducks under a wild hook from Zan.
Spasov unleashes a big counter combination but Zan bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Spasov lands a two punch combo.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Zan circles away quickly and effectively.
Zan throwing a counter right hand but Spasov manages to avoid it.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Zan pushes Spasov up against the cage in a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Zan.
Zan cracks Spasov with a nice body shot.
Zan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Zan lands a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zan lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Spasov is breathing heavily.
A body shot lands from Zan.
A short left from Zan.
Zan pushes Spasov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Zan works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Zan as Spasov tries to tie him up.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Zan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Zan won't allow it.
Zan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spasov can do to turn this around?
Zan lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Spasov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Zan seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Spasov can turn it around.
Zan lands a right hand.
Zan blocks a body shot from Spasov.
A short right from Zan on the inside.
Zan digs a right hand into Spasov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Spasov's gas tank.
Zan scores with a shoulder strike.
Nice body punch from Zan.
Zan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spasov's elbow.
Zan working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Zan lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Zan lands a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zan lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Zan works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Zan softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Zan lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Spasov.
Zan scores with a shot to the side of Spasov's head.
Zan throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Spasovs head. #T2#
Zan lands with a right to the head.
A short right from Zan on the inside. #ROC#Spasov is rocked!
Spasov blocks a body shot from Zan.
Zan lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Spasov is still on wobbly legs! Can Zan finish him?
A nice right hand lands inside from Zan.
Zan lands an uppercut.
Zan lands with a light punch inside.
Zan unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Spasov! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Zan is unloading with more strikes now! Spasov drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tan Zan!
A victorious Tan Zan thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: WKBC: Cotto VS Cook II
Date: May 16, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Takemura swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.
Spasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A telegraphed right hand from Spasov misses the target.
Takemura seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Spasov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Takemura.
Takemura swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.

Spasov clinches.

Takemura breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Takemura ducks under a wild hook from Spasov.
Takemura swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Spasov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Takemura misses with a looping right.
Spasov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Spasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Takemura moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Spasov tries to stall but Takemura uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Takemura controls his hands.
A bit of stalling here from Spasov.
Spasov stalling against the ropes.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Takemura blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Takemura tries to break the clinch but Spasov is controlling the position.
Takemura tries to break free but Spasov pushes him back against the ropes.
Takemura is looking to break free of the clinch but Spasov has double underhooks.
Spasov slowing the pace effectively.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Takemura misses with a shot to the kidneys.

Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spasov slips a jab and a cross from Takemura.
Takemura misses with a wild combination.
Takemura is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Takemura swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Takemura throwing a counter right hand but Spasov manages to avoid it.
Takemura moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.

It looks like Spas Spasov has been cut.
Spasov swings widly with a right hand
letting Takemura counter with a right hand.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Takemura is looking for a counter combo.
Spasov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Takemura prevents a body shot from Spasov.

Takemura breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Takemura swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.
Spasov moves in looking to clinch but Takemura pushes him off.
Spasov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Takemura.
Ryu Takemura is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Takemura manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov throws a right and a left that Takemura avoids nicely.
Spasov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Takemura 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 round but Spas Spasov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Spasov works over Takemura's head and body with a nice combination.
Spasov misses with a combination
and Takemura counters with a nice uppercut.
Spasov is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Takemura.
Spasov throws a right and a left that Takemura avoids nicely.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Takemura moves out of range.
Takemura ducks under a wild hook from Spasov.
Takemura scores with a jab. Spasov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spasov takes one to the chin there.

Spasov takes the fight into the clinch.
Takemura is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.

Takemura manages to break the clinch.

Spasov has Takemura up against the ropes in a clinch.
Spasov pushes Takemura back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Takemura avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.

Spasov breaks the clinch.
Takemura moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Takemura throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Takemura works over Spasov's head and body with a nice combination.
Takemura steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Spasov.
It looked like Takemura wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ryu Takemura is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Takemura counters with a stiff right hand.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Takemura seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Takemura swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Takemura swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.

Spasov moves into the clinch.
Takemura tries to throw a body punch but Spasov avoids it by throwing Takemura back against the ropes.
Takemura can't break the clinch.
Spasov scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Takemura tries to circle away but Spasov has him pinned against the ropes.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Takemura breaks the clinch.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Takemura avoids them all with ease.
Takemura avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Spasov is looking to clinch.
Takemura missing with a left hand there. Spasov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Spasov tries to bum rush Takemura with a series of wild strikes but Takemura uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Takemura showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spasov.
Takemura shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Spasov eats them both and turns towards Takemura to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Takemura jabs at Spasov's body.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Takemura circles away quickly and effectively.
Spasov lands with a nice combination. Takemura backs away looking to recover.
Spasov misses with a double jab
and Takemura counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Spas Spasov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!

No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.

Spasov has Takemura up against the ropes in a clinch.
Spasov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Takemura backwards.
Takemura is trying to force a seperation but Spasov has the dominant position.
Takemura tries to work over Spasov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Takemura tries to break free but Spasov pushes him back against the ropes.

Takemura breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spasov works over Takemura's head and body with a nice combination.
Takemura looks to throw the jab but Spasov is out of range.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
Spasov wants to clinch up but Takemura keeps it at a distance.
It looked like Takemura was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Spasov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
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!
Spasov wants to clinch.
Takemura was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Spasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A counter left hand to the body from Takemura misses its target.
Takemura throws a shot from downtown. Spasov moves away and avoids it.
Ryu Takemura is winning the standup battle so far.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
It looked like Takemura wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Spasov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
A jab lands there for Takemura.
Takemura misses with a looping right.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Takemura swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.

Spasov drives through and clinches with Takemura against the ropes.
Takemura takes a shot to the head.
Takemura working hard to break the clinch.
Takemura is trying to break the clinch but Spasov has him pressed against the ropes.
Spasov lands a body punch.
Takemura tries to break free but Spasov pushes him back against the ropes.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Takemura controls his hands.
Spasov scores with a shot to the side of Takemura's head.
Takemura goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Takemura lands a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Takemura tries to break free but Spasov pushes him back against the ropes.

Takemura escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Spasov slips a jab from Takemura.
Spasov is looking for the big counter here.

Spasov has managed to clinch.
Takemura can't break the clinch.
Takemura can't break the clinch.
Spasov lands a shot to the body.
Takemura is looking to break free of the clinch but Spasov has double underhooks.

Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Ryu Takemura has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

Spasov drives through and clinches with Takemura against the ropes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spas Spasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Spasov 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:30
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spas Spasov!
A relieved looking Spas Spasov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: WKBC: Turturro VS Laxx
Date: Apr 30, 2020

#R1#
Steve circles away from the clinch attempt.
Steve is looking for the big counter here.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Steve swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Steve avoids a punch combination nicely.
Spasov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Steve keeps the fight on the outside.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Steve lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Spasov swings widly with a right hand
and Steve counters with a right hand to the body.
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Steve paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Spasov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Steve counters with a left to the body.
Steve ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Steve looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Spasov wants to clinch but Steve slips to the side
and Spasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing.
Spasov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Steve swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Steve is looking for the big counter here.
Spasov stalks Steve and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Steve's face. Steve staggers backwards, shaken.
Steve uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Spasov.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Steve connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#
It looks like Spas Spasov has been cut.
Steve walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Brock Steve is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov tries to clinch there but Steve circles away.
Spasov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov lands a two punch combo. #T2#
Spasov tries to clinch up
and Steve counters with a straight right hand.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A big right from Spasov misses.
Spasov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Steve is looking for the big counter here.
Spasov throws a combination that misses
and Spasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Spasov swinging wildly here.
Steve staying out of range there.
Spasov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Steve circles away quickly and effectively.
Steve throws a counter combo.
Spasov scores with a jab to the head.
Steve throws a shot from downtown. Spasov moves away and avoids it.
Spasov moves in looking to clinch but Steve pushes him off.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing.
Spasov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Steve sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Steve throws out a counter right but Spasov avoids it with no problem.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Steve circles away quickly and effectively.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Despite the aggression on Steve's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Steve ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spasov moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov looks to land a combination but Steve avoids it well.
Steve is looking for the big counter here.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spasov lands with a right hand.
Steve tries a head kick but it misses.
Steve lands a jab-cross combination. #T1#
Spasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Spasov wants to clinch up but Steve keeps it at a distance.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Steve throws a counter combo.
Steve throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Spasov is looking for a counter combo.
Steve swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.
Spasov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Steve manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Steve backs up against the ropes.
Spasov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steve can do to turn this around?
Spasov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Spasov misses with the combination.
It seemed like Steve was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Spasov tries to clinch but Steve is having none of it.
Steve throws out a counter right but Spasov avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov misses with a combination
and Steve counters with a two punch combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
Spasov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Spasov missing with a left hand there. Steve was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Spasov misses with an uppercut.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Steve.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Spas Spasov is winning the standup battle so far.
A telegraphed right hand from Spasov misses the target.
Steve looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov'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#
Spasov throws a series of punches but Steve avoids them all with ease.
Spasov lands a jab-cross combination.
Spasov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Steve.
Spasov looks to clinch
and Steve counters with a three punch combo that has Spasov backing up. Spasov nods at Steve to acknowledge the strikes.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
As Spasov backs off Steve throws a huge counter combo but Spasov manages to avoid it all.
Spasov tries to clinch up but Steve circles away and keeps his distance.
Spasov wants to clinch up but Steve keeps it at a distance.
Steve avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
It seemed like Steve was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Steve lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Spasov tries to bum rush Steve with a series of wild strikes but Steve uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Spasov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T1#
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Spasov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Steve misses with a few strikes there.
Spasov swinging wildly here.
Steve looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Spasov throws a hook but Steve blocks it.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Steve unleashes a big counter combination but Spasov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Steve fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Spasov on the side of the head.
Spasov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Steve throws a right and a left that both miss.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
As Spasov backs off Steve throws a huge counter combo but Spasov manages to avoid it all.
Steve dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Steve unleashes a big counter combination but Spasov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T2#
Steve showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spasov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spasov looks to land a combination but Steve avoids it well.
Steve slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Steve lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Steve circles away from the clinch attempt.
Steve lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Spasov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Steve.
Brock Steve has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spasov wants to clinch up but Steve keeps it at a distance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spas Spasov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Spasov 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: WKBC: Mom VS The Zealot 3
Date: Apr 19, 2020

#R1#
Spasov tries to bum rush Destroyer with a series of wild strikes but Destroyer uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Destroyer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Spasov takes the fight into the clinch.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Destroyer breaks from the clinch.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Spasov lands a head shot.
Spasov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Spasov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CL2#
Spasov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spasov looking to slow down the pace here.#BC2#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Destroyer swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T1#
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Destroyer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Destroyer tries to counter by clinching up but Spasov breaks away and moves out of range.
Destroyer avoids a punch combination nicely. #CL2#
Spasov clinches up with Destroyer and pushes him back against the ropes.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Destroyer controls his hands.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A right hook to the body lands for Spasov.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Spasov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Destroyer avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes. #T2#
Spasov has a couple of punches blocked by Destroyer.
Spasov tries a body shot but Destroyer blocks it. #BC#
Destroyer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Destroyer throwing a counter right hand but Spasov manages to avoid it.
Destroyer circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Spasov rushes Destroyer and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Spasov is trying to stall. #BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
A combination from Spasov does no damage.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Destroyer stuns Spasov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Spasov doesn't manage to clinch there - Destroyer circles away.
Destroyer throws a quick counter kick to the body but Spasov avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from Spasov misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
That's time! Destroyer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Spasov lands a jab.
Spasov scores with a decent looking hook.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Destroyer moves out of range.
Spasov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Spasov tries to bum rush Destroyer with a series of wild strikes but Destroyer uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Destroyer has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Spasov misses with a combination
and Destroyer counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Spasov thinking.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov moves out of range of the body kick from Destroyer.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Destroyer thinks about countering with a body kick.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Destroyer.
Destroyer swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T1#
Spasov throws a right hand that Destroyer ducks under and follows up with a left that Destroyer also avoids with ease.
Destroyer takes a swing at Spasov's ribcage but misses.
Destroyer lands a high kick! #CUT#
It looks like Spas Spasov has been cut.
Spasov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Destroyer is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Spasov misses with a double jab
and Destroyer counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Spasov moves into the clinch successfully.
Spasov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Destroyer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spasov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Destroyer counters with a body kick that stops Spasov in his tracks momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Destroyer paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T2#
Spasov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Destroyer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spasov manages to avoid it.
Spasov tries to bum rush Destroyer with a series of wild strikes but Destroyer uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Destroyer is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Spasov.
Destroyer works over Spasov's head and body with a nice combination.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Destroyer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Destroyer showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spasov.
An attempted straight right counter from Destroyer misses the target.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov tries to clinch but Destroyer moves out of range.
Spasov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Destroyer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Spasov tries to clinch but Destroyer moves away
and Destroyer counters with a nice body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Destroyer throws a jab when Spasov was well out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Spas Spasov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
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##CL2#
Destroyer gets tackled into the ropes by Spasov. Spasov maintains the clinch.
Spasov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Destroyer controls his hands.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Destroyer avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Chicken Destroyer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spasov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Spasov tries to work over Destroyer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Destroyer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A combination from Spasov does no damage.
Destroyer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T1##CL2#
Spasov drives through and clinches with Destroyer against the ropes. #BC#
Destroyer breaks from the clinch.
Spasov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Destroyer manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov tries to clinch up.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches.
It looked like Destroyer was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Spasov.#CL2#
Spasov closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Destroyer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
An attempted straight right counter from Destroyer misses the target.#CL2#
Spasov rushes Destroyer and presses him up against the ropes.#T2#
Destroyer manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Destroyer controls the action.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Spasov prevents a body shot from Destroyer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Destroyer struggles to land a body shot inside as Spasov controls his hands.
A short right from Spasov.
Destroyer misses with a body punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spas Spasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Spasov 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: WKBC: Anderson vs Pitung
Date: Apr 08, 2020

#R1#
Spasov feints a jab promting Rua to slip. Spasov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Rua slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Rua connects with a crisp jab.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches.
Spasov falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Rua counters by moving into the clinch.
Spasov misses with some punches.
Spasov taking a breather.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov wants to break free but Rua has control.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Spasov is trying to break free.#T1#
Rua gets through Spasov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Spasov tries to work over Rua's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Rua blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Rua fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Spasov's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Spasov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Rua counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rua scores with a nice head shot.#CL2#
Rua gets tackled into the ropes by Spasov. Spasov maintains the clinch.
Spasov wants to break the clinch but can't. #T2#
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Rua controls his hands.
Spasov has had enough of the clinch but Rua keeps him there for the moment.
Spasov lands a body punch.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rua's elbow.
Rua lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Rua on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spasov tries a body shot but Rua blocks it.
Rua lands with a light punch inside.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Rua makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Spasov throws a head punch that misses.
A short uppercut from Rua.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jao Rua dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL2#
Spasov moves into the clinch successfully.
Spasov is trying to break the clinch but Rua is controlling him.
Spasov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Spasov lands with a right to the head.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Rua avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov is stalling here.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Spasov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Spasov wants to stall.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rua. #T1#
Still in the clinch, Rua scores with a nice short uppercut.
Spasov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Spasov tries a body shot but Rua blocks it.
Rua lands a left hand that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rua lands a left hand that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A left hand lands to the body for Spasov.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov tries a body shot but Rua blocks it.
Spasov is trying to push Rua away but Rua has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Good body shot from Spasov. #T2#
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Spasov can't break the clinch.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rua lands with a light punch inside.
Rua blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spasov blocks an uppercut.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Rua controls the action.
Spasov is trying to break free.
Jao Rua has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Rua prevents a body shot from Spasov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rua lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Rua avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov is looking to break free of the clinch but Rua has double underhooks.
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 Jao Rua will probably get the nod.
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##CL#
Spasov tries to keep at a distance but Rua has taken the fight into the clinch.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rua scores with a shot to the side of Spasov's head.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Rua controls his hands.
Rua lands a shot to the body.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Rua controls the action.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Rua prevents Spasov from breaking the clinch.#T1#
Spasov is trying to break the clinch but Rua has him pressed against the ropes.
Spasov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Rua controls his hands.
Jao Rua is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Spasov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Rua blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Spasov is pushing Rua up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Rua controls his hands.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Rua lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Spasov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T2#
Spasov tries to work over Rua's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rua prevents a body shot from Spasov.
Spasov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rua lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Spasov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rua lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rua is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spasov can do to turn this around?
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Spasov is trying to force a seperation but Rua has the dominant position.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Rua avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Rua scores with an uppercut up the middle.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jao Rua showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Rua, 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: WKBC: Johnson VS Diego
Date: Apr 04, 2020

#R1#
The fighters circling - Takemura throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Spasov moves out of range as Takemura strikes.
Takemura tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spasov was well out of range. Poor timing from Takemura.#CL2#
Spasov moves into the clinch successfully.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Takemura manages to break the clinch.
Spasov with a nice cross.
Takemura misses with a straight right.
Spasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Takemura moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Spasov wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov misses with a double jab
letting Takemura counter with a right hand.
Spasov is looking to clinch but Takemura is avoiding it.
It looked like Takemura wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Takemura avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T1##CL2#
Spasov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Takemura, pushing him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Takemura slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
An attempted straight right counter from Takemura misses the target.
Spasov misses the body punch
and Takemura cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A right-left combo lands from Spasov.
Spasov misses with a combination
and Takemura connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Takemura moves away from the strike by Spasov.
A combination from Spasov does no damage.
Takemura throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Spasov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
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!
Takemura throws a shot from downtown. Spasov moves away and avoids it.
Spasov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T2#
Spasov walks into a left hand.
Spasov ducks under a wild hook from Takemura.
Takemura is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches.
Spasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Takemura moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Takemura waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Spasov.
Spasov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Spasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Spasov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Takemura counters with a straight right hand.
Takemura avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Takemura in a clinch.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Spasov tries to work over Takemura's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Takemura breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Takemura throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Spasov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
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 Ryu Takemura will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Spasov tries to clinch but Takemura is having none of it. #CL2#
Spasov clinches up against the ropes.
Spasov pushes Takemura back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Spasov keeps control of Takemura as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Takemura has had enough of the clinch but Spasov keeps him there for the moment.
Spasov cracks Takemura with a nice body shot.
Takemura wants to break the clinch but can't.
Takemura looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov misses with a lunging right hand
and Takemura counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Spasov lands a jab-cross combination.
Ryu Takemura is winning the standup battle so far.
Spasov throws a right and a left that Takemura avoids nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takemura misses with a straight right.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Takemura paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Spasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Takemura counters with a nice body shot.
Spasov falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Takemura counter with a right hand. #T1#
Spasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Takemura counters with a nice body shot.
Takemura lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CL2#
Spasov gets a clinch.
Spasov is working Takemura over against the ropes.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Takemura avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes. #BC#
Takemura pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Spasov gets a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Takemura's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Spasov blocks a body shot from Takemura.
Takemura misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Takemura breaks the clinch.
Takemura keeps the fight on the outside.
A quick step to the side and Takemura tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Spasov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A combination from Spasov does no damage. #T2#
Takemura slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Takemura scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Takemura circles away quickly and effectively.
Spasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Takemura moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Spasov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Spasov wants to counter with a clinch but Takemura pushes him away.
Spasov thuds his right hand into Takemura's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Takemura takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Takemura cracks Spasov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Takemura swinging wildly here.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Ryu Takemura is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Takemura swats him away and circles back towards the center.
As Spasov looks to move away, Takemura throws a big counter combo but Spasov just gets out of the way.
Spasov avoids the body shot from Takemura.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Spas Spasov 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#
Takemura circles away from the clinch attempt.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Spasov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Takemura counters with a straight right hand.
Spasov misses with a combination
and Takemura counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Takemura swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.
Takemura lunges at Spasov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Spasov's hand.
Spasov wants to clinch up but Takemura keeps it at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Takemura misses with a body shot.
Spasov throws a right hand that Takemura ducks under and follows up with a left that Takemura also avoids with ease.
Takemura swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.#T1#
Spasov throws a series of punches but Takemura moves out of range.
Takemura showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spasov.
Spasov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Takemura counters with a left and a right that stings Spasov. #CL2#
Spasov has managed to clinch.
Takemura misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov lands a nice shot to the body.
Spasov holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Spasov looking to stall. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov works the jab nicely.
Spasov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Takemura scores with a crisp jab that stopped Spasov in his tracks. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Takemura throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Takemura scores with a jab to the head. #CL2#
Spasov takes the fight into the clinch.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Takemura controls the action. #BC#
Takemura manages to break the clinch.
Spasov lands a slapping body shot.
Takemura dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Takemura throwing a counter right hand but Spasov manages to avoid it.
Spasov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Spasov duly obliges.
Takemura scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Takemura misses with a hook.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Spas Spasov.
I think Spasov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: WKBC: Turturro VS Rumble
Date: Mar 28, 2020

#R1##CL2#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Takemura in a clinch.
Takemura can't break the clinch.
Takemura blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Spasov has Takemura pressed against the ropes, preventing Takemura from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Spasov looking to slow down the pace here.
Takemura misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Takemura wants to break the clinch but can't.
Still in the clinch, Spasov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Takemura wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Takemura working hard to break the clinch.
Spasov tries a body shot but Takemura blocks it.
Spasov leaning against his opponent.
Takemura definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Takemura can't break the clinch.
Spasov has Takemura pressed against the ropes, preventing Takemura from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Takemura 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.
Spasov holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Spasov stalling in the clinch. #BC#
Takemura breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Spasov drives through and clinches with Takemura against the ropes.
Takemura prevents a body shot from Spasov. #T1#
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Takemura controls his hands.
Spasov trying to control the position but instead, Takemura has worked for underhooks and has pushed Spasov into the ropes.
Spasov keeps control of Takemura as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A short left from Spasov.
Spasov presses Takemura against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Spasov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC#
Takemura pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ryu Takemura is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL2#
Takemura gets tackled into the ropes by Spasov. Spasov maintains the clinch.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Takemura seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Spasov can turn it around.
Spasov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Takemura lands a nice shot to the body. #BC2#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Takemura ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spasov moves away.
Spasov scores with a hook.
Takemura misses with an uppercut
and Spasov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Takemura misses with a hook.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Takemura moves out of range. #CL2#
Spasov has managed to clinch.
Takemura blocks a body shot from Spasov.
A right handed body shot lands from Spasov. #BC2#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Takemura throws a nice looking combination but Spasov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Takemura throws a jab but it's blocked by Spasov.
Takemura showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Spasov.
Takemura tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spasov was well out of range. Poor timing from Takemura.
Spasov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Spasov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Takemura backs up against the ropes.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches.
Takemura swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Takemura.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
That's time! Takemura's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Takemura takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Spasov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Takemura lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Spasov circles away quickly and effectively.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
Spasov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Takemura counters with a one-two to the body.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Takemura swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Spasov throws a right hand that Takemura ducks under and follows up with a left that Takemura also avoids with ease.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Takemura bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Spasov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Takemura eats them both and turns towards Spasov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Takemura lands with a nice combination. Spasov backs away looking to recover.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov doesn't manage to clinch there - Takemura circles away.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
Spasov throws an overhand right that lands on Takemura's shoulder, as Takemura tries to avoid the shot.
Takemura closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Spasov ducks under a wild hook from Takemura.#T1##CL2#
Spasov pushes Takemura up against the ropes in a clinch.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Takemura controls the action.
Spasov is working Takemura over against the ropes.
Takemura prevents a body shot from Spasov. #BC#
Takemura pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov misses with a hook.
Spasov wants to clinch.
It looked like Takemura was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Spasov looks to land a combination but Takemura avoids it well.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Takemura slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Spasov wants to clinch up but Takemura keeps it at a distance.
Ryu Takemura is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Spasov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Takemura.#T2#
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Takemura circles away quickly and effectively.
Takemura was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Spasov falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Takemura counter with a right hand.
Spasov throws a right hand that Takemura ducks under and follows up with a left that Takemura also avoids with ease.
Takemura seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Some wild striking there from Spasov.
Takemura was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Takemura misses with a hook.
Takemura works Spasov's body with 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!
Spasov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Spasov looks to clinch
and Takemura counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Takemura keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Spas Spasov 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! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Spasov looks to land a combination but Takemura avoids it well.
Spasov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Takemura misses with a wild combination.
Spasov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Takemura counters with a stiff right hand.
Spasov avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Spasov is looking to clinch.
As Spasov looks to move away, Takemura throws a big counter combo but Spasov just gets out of the way.
Spasov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Spasov tries to clinch but Takemura is having none of it.
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T1#
Spasov misses with a double jab
and Takemura counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Spasov misses with an uppercut.
Takemura was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Spasov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Takemura.
Spasov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Takemura wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Spasov throws a right hand that Takemura ducks under and follows up with a left that Takemura also avoids with ease.
Takemura was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Spasov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Takemura.
Spasov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ryu Takemura is winning the standup battle so far.
Spasov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Takemura counters with a stiff right hand.
Spasov throws a right and a left that Takemura avoids nicely.
Takemura throwing a counter right hand but Spasov manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Spasov has managed to clinch. #T2##BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Spasov gets a clinch. #BC#
Takemura breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Spasov throws a right hand that Takemura ducks under and follows up with a left that Takemura also avoids with ease.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Takemura fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Takemura avoids a punch combination nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Takemura on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL2#
Spasov rushes Takemura and presses him up against the ropes.#BC#
Takemura breaks the clinch.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Ryu Takemura has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ryu Takemura showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Spasov 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: Bushido K1: 3
Date: Mar 21, 2020

#R1#
Spasov works over Barmin's head and body with a nice combination.
Barmin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spasov.
Barmin dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Barmin takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #ROC2#
Barmin is rocked!
Spasov 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.
OH! Barmin has been rocked by a huge right hand and is in deep trouble! Spasov smells blood and charges in for the finish! Spasov unloads a vicious overhand right and connects to the jaw of Barmin sending him face first to the canvas! Unbelievable!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Spas Spasov!
Spas Spasov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Rising Dragon: 3
Date: Mar 06, 2020

#R1#
Spasov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Spasov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Roosters Coop in the buildup to the fight.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spasov lands a nice looking body shot.
Irrawaddy with a jab.
A shot to the liver by Irrawaddy. Beautiful body shot.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Spasov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Irrawaddy throws a body punch but Spasov moves 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!
Spasov tries to clinch there but Irrawaddy circles away.
Irrawaddy lands with a right hand. #CL2#
Irrawaddy moves into the clinch.
Irrawaddy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Irrawaddy digs a right hand underneath Spasov's ribcage. Spasov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Irrawaddy stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Irrawaddy can't find room to land a body shot as Spasov controls the action.
Irrawaddy blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Irrawaddy throws a head punch that misses.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Irrawaddy avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Spasov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Irrawaddy controls the action.
Spasov has a couple of punches blocked by Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy has a couple of punches blocked by Spasov. #T1#
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Irrawaddy's elbow.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov lands a right hand.
Spasov tries to work over Irrawaddy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Irrawaddy lands a left hand that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Irrawaddy scores with a shoulder strike.
A nice left hand lands by Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Irrawaddy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A left and a right from Spasov both land. Nice combination.
Spasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Irrawaddy counters with a straight right hand.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
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!
Irrawaddy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Good standup being displayed there by Irrawaddy as he connects with a hook.
Irrawaddy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Spasov.
Irrawaddy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Spasov.
Spasov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Irrawaddy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL#
Spasov closes the distance and pushes Irrawaddy back into the ropes.
Good body shot from Spasov.
Irrawaddy has a couple of punches blocked by Spasov. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Irrawaddy lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Spasov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Irrawaddy stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Irrawaddy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Irrawaddy controls the action.
Spasov lands a nice shot to the body.
Irrawaddy misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Irrawaddy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Irrawaddy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Spasov slips a jab and a cross from Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Irrawaddy looks to land a combination but Spasov avoids it well.
Irrawaddy has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches.
Spasov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Irrawaddy.
Spasov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Irrawaddy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ken Irrawaddy dominated that round.
That's time! Spasov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Irrawaddy lands a shot to the body.
Irrawaddy lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Irrawaddy tries a body shot but Spasov blocks it.
Irrawaddy throws a head punch that misses.
Irrawaddy tries to work over Spasov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Irrawaddy lands with a light punch inside.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Irrawaddy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Irrawaddy struggles to land a body shot inside as Spasov controls his hands.
Spasov lands a shot to the body.
Good body shot from Spasov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hook to the body lands for Irrawaddy.
Spasov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Irrawaddy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ken Irrawaddy seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Spasov working hard to break the clinch.
Irrawaddy digs a right hand into Spasov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Spasov's gas tank.
Irrawaddy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Spasov is trying to force a seperation but Irrawaddy has the dominant position.
Spasov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Irrawaddy has him pressed against the ropes.
Irrawaddy working aggressively here.
Spasov stalling in the clinch but Irrawaddy improves position.
Irrawaddy lands a hook that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
Irrawaddy doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Irrawaddy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Spasov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Irrawaddy.
Spasov misses with a double jab
and Irrawaddy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Spasov thinking.
A big right from Irrawaddy misses.
Spasov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Irrawaddy connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Spasov scrambles back to his feet.
Irrawaddy thuds a left hand into Spasov's body.
Spasov is looking to clinch.
Spasov lands a nice shot that snaps Irrawaddy's head back.
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!
Spasov takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T2#
Spasov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Spasov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Irrawaddy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL2#
Spasov gets tackled into the ropes by Irrawaddy. Irrawaddy maintains the clinch.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Irrawaddy controls his hands.
Irrawaddy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Spasovs head.
Irrawaddy lands a hook that snaps the head of Spasov backwards.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Irrawaddy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spasov's elbow. #BC2#
Irrawaddy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Spasov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Some wild striking there from Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Irrawaddy moves out of range.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Irrawaddy.
Spasov walks into a straight right hand from Irrawaddy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Irrawaddy dodges the punch combination from Spasov. #CL#
Spasov pushes Irrawaddy up against the ropes in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ken Irrawaddy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Spasov misses with an uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy misses with a straight left.
Irrawaddy throws a hook but Spasov avoids it easily.#CL#
Spasov takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Irrawaddy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Irrawaddy has closed the distance and engaged Spasov in a clinch.
Irrawaddy tries to throw a body punch but Spasov avoids it by throwing Irrawaddy back against the ropes.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A short right from Spasov on the inside.
Spasov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Irrawaddy stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov blocks a body shot from Irrawaddy.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Irrawaddy lands an uppercut.
Irrawaddy scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Irrawaddy throws a head punch that misses.
Irrawaddy lands a hook that snaps the head of Spasov backwards. #T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Spasov.
Irrawaddy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Irrawaddy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Irrawaddy stuns Spasov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Spasov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Irrawaddy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spasov was well out of range. Poor timing from Irrawaddy.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ken Irrawaddy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Spasov wants to clinch but Irrawaddy slips to the side
letting Irrawaddy counter with a right hand.
Spasov misses with a combination
and Irrawaddy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Irrawaddy.
Spasov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Irrawaddy throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Spasov on the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A punch lands to the side of Spasov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Irrawaddy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spasov manages to avoid it.
Irrawaddy moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Irrawaddy dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
A countering left hand to the body from Irrawaddy misses.#T2#
A punch lands to the side of Irrawaddy 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Spasov defending well as Irrawaddy loads up on a big left hand.
Nice jab there from Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ken Irrawaddy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Irrawaddy avoids them all with ease.
Irrawaddy looks to score with a jab to the body but Spasov is just out of range.
Spasov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Irrawaddy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Spasov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ken Irrawaddy 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.
Irrawaddy blocks a jab.
Irrawaddy connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Irrawaddy jabs Spasov right on the nose. Spasov blinks but takes it well.
A combination from Spasov does no damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ken Irrawaddy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Irrawaddy 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ken Irrawaddy!

Event: CWC Full Contact Special
Date: Feb 09, 2020

#R1#
Nice body punch from Kwoma.
Spasov throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Kwoma counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Our sources have told us that Kwoma has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Kwoma avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Kwoma throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kwoma taking a breather.
Kwoma is struggling to control the position.
Kwoma seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Kwoma lands a shoulder strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Kwoma.
Kwoma blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Kwoma.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov swings wildly with an uppercut but Kwoma uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kwoma just leaning against Spasov, taking a breather.
Kwoma lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kwoma lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Kwoma creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kwoma takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Kwoma holds him up against the ropes and eventually Spasov drops back down to his feet.
Spasov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kwoma taking a breather.
Kwoma prevents a body shot from Spasov.
Kwoma softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Kwoma dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Spasov working aggressively here.
Kwoma displaying some good clinch control by pressing Spasov up against the ropes.#TD2#
Spasov jumps guard. #T2#
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Kwoma is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Spasov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Kwoma is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kwoma'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.
Kwoma won't allow Spasov to sweep him here.
Spasov wants to stand and escape but Kwoma is having none of it.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Spasov looking for a sweep. Not yet Spasov, not yet. #T3##ES2#
Spasov wriggles free and stands up.
Spasov tries to clinch up
and Kwoma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tooh Kwoma is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Kwoma scores with a shot to the side of Spasov's head.
Spasov taking a breather.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Spasov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Spasov being controlled against the ropes.
Spasov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kwoma seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Spasov can turn it around.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
Spasov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Kwoma to keep the fight standing.
Tooh Kwoma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kwoma - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kwoma is pushing Spasov up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kwoma's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kwoma is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Kwoma lands a body shot in the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Kwoma forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tooh Kwoma dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Spasov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kwoma tries to avoid it but Spasov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kwoma to the ground. Kwoma escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Kwoma misses the target.
Spasov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kwoma sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kwoma connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but Kwoma shows good takedown defense.
Tooh Kwoma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov fails to land the takedown.
Kwoma throws a leg kick that misses.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kwoma swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Spasov tries to clinch but Kwoma moves away
and Kwoma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Spas Spasov has been cut.
Kwoma bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kwoma is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spasov can do to turn this around?
Spasov throws a series of punches but Kwoma avoids them all with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Kwoma takes the fight into the clinch.
Tooh Kwoma has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kwoma has Spasov pushed against the ropes.
Still in the clinch, Kwoma scores with a nice short uppercut.#T1#
Kwoma taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Kwoma's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kwoma gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Kwoma taking a breather.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Kwoma avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Spasov tries a body shot but Kwoma blocks it.
Kwoma blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Kwoma scores with a shot to the side of Spasov's head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kwoma.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Kwoma landing knees to the head.
Kwoma controlling the action here for a moment. #T2#
Kwoma keeps control of Spasov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kwoma goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kwoma's elbow.
Spasov tries a body shot but Kwoma blocks it.
Kwoma blocking some punches.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Kwoma lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kwoma is pushing Spasov up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Kwoma controls the action. #T3#
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Spasov can't break the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Kwoma.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kwoma stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Kwoma lands a body punch.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Kwoma controls the action.
Spasov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kwoma is pushing Spasov up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Kwoma creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Spasov jumps guard and drags Kwoma to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T4#
Kwoma controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kwoma landing some decent shots from guard.
Spasov is looking to stand back up but Kwoma counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Spasov.
Kwoma seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kwoma passes into side control, despite Spasov's attempt to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spasov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kwoma keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Spasov is trying to stand back up but Kwoma is controlling him
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tooh Kwoma dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Kwoma fails to land with a series of punches.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Spasov tries to clinch but Kwoma is having none of it.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kwoma with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Spasov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kwoma cracks Spasov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Kwoma takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown but Kwoma manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spasov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kwoma sizes up Spasov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kwoma throws a head kick but Spasov moves out of range.
Spasov is looking for the big counter here.
Kwoma ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spasov moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Spasov shoots in and drives through. Kwoma sprawls well.
Spasov misses with a combination #CL#
and Kwoma moves into the clinch.#T1#
Spasov tries to pull guard but Kwoma holds him up against the ropes and eventually Spasov drops back down to his feet.
Tooh Kwoma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kwoma lands a body shot.
Spasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kwoma lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Spasov takes a shot to the head.
Spasov takes a knee to the side of the body.
Spasov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kwoma just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Kwoma works on Spasov's body with a couple of short punches.
Kwoma is struggling to control the position.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
Kwoma is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Spasov lands a body punch.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kwoma controls his hands.
Spasov tries to work over Kwoma's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kwoma is leaning against Spasov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Spasov is looking to control Kwoma's arms but Kwoma gets an underhook and turns him. Now Spasov has his back to the ropes.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Kwoma avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kwoma's elbow.
Spasov can't break the clinch.
Kwoma lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kwoma.
Kwoma lands a nice shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kwoma lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Kwoma controls the action. #T3#
A bit of stalling here from Kwoma.
Kwoma is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Kwoma is trying to maintain a safe position but Spasov gets an underhook and turns Kwoma into the ropes.
Spasov tries to circle away but Kwoma has him pinned against the ropes.
A short right from Kwoma on the inside.
Spasov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Tooh Kwoma is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A body shot lands from Spasov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spasov.
Good body shot from Kwoma.
Spasov is trying to break free.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kwoma controls his hands.
Spasov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kwoma controls his hands. #T4#
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kwoma taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Spasov.
Spasov tries to work over Kwoma's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Spasov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Kwoma.

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

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

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

Event: BCS 11
Date: Dec 13, 2019

#R1##TD#
Spasov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Palonesess has one foot on Spasov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Spasov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Spasov tries to bum rush Palonesess with a series of wild strikes but Palonesess uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Palonesess is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing.
Palonesess tries to counter with a clinch but Spasov shakes him off and moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Palonesess is fending him off so far but Spasov persists. Nope, Palonesess circles away and we're back to standing.
Palonesess throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Spasov's waist but Spasov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Palonesess off to one side.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Palonesess circles away quickly and effectively.
Spasov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Palonesess swivels and escapes.
As Spasov backs off Palonesess throws a huge counter combo but Spasov manages to avoid it all.
Spasov lands with a nice combination. Palonesess backs away looking to recover.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Spasov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Palonesess counters with a series of strikes. Spasov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Spasov darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Palonesess counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T1#
Palonesess throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Spasov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Spasov wants to hit a switch here but Palonesess passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Spasov there!
Spasov is squirming around, avoiding Palonesess's attempts to control the action.
Spasov tries to hold on but Palonesess pushes him away.
Palonesess tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Spasov is looking to improve his position but Palonesess isn't that keen on the idea.
Palonesess has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Spasov really wants to buck Palonesess off and get back to his feet.
Palonesess wants to control the pace but Spasov is squirming around nicely.
Spasov is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Roosters Coop, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Palonesess landing punches.
Palonesess postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Spasov looks a forlorn figure. #T2#
Palonesess looking to finish Spasov with some ground and pound. This is bad for Spasov!
Spasov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Palonesess is controlling the pace.
Spasov tries to kick Palonesess off but Palonesess keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Palonesess wants to control but Spasov is keeping him busy.
Spasov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Palonesess with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Palonesess is keen to just control but Spasov is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Spasov is looking for a sweep. Palonesess is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#ES#
Spasov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Spasov scores with a three punch combo!
Palonesess slips a jab and a cross from Spasov. #TD#
Spasov looking to score a takedown here. Palonesess is defending well but Spasov drives through and ends up in Palonesess's guard.
Palonesess has his hands on Spasov's head, controlling the position. #SU#
Spasov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #CL#
Spasov pushes Palonesess up against the cage in a clinch.
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!
Palonesess has Spasov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Spasov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Palonesess's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov closes the distance and lands a one-two.#T4#
Spasov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Spasov lands a glancing blow to the side of Palonesess's head.
A low kick from Palonesess misses
and Spasov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Palonesess shoots for a takedown but Spasov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Spasov throws a big counter combination but Palonesess scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Palonesess misses with a takedown attempt - Spasov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Spasov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Palonesess was well out of range. Poor timing from Spasov.
Palonesess dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Spasov swings for the body but Palonesess moves out of range.
Palonesess avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Horrible takedown attempt by Palonesess or perhaps it was just good defense by Spasov, which made it look bad.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov 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#
Spasov tries for a takedown but Palonesess sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Palonesess shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Spasov as he jumps to the side.
Spasov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Palonesess looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown but Palonesess manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spasov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Palonesess tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Spasov defends well and Palonesess ends up having to push Spasov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That kick from Palonesess tenderised Spasov's leg. Spasov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Spasov takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Spasov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Palonesess is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Spasov to the mat. Spasov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#T1#
Palonesess being controlled here momentarily.
Spasov wants to stand but Palonesess is controlling the position. #ES#
Spasov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Palonesess drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Spasov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Spasov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Palonesess can do to turn this around?
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Palonesess controls his hands.
Palonesess has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Spasov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Spasov is pressed up against the cage. Palonesess has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Spasov down to the mat. Spasov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Spasov lands a two punch combo. #CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch.#T2#
A hook to the body from Spasov.
Palonesess blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Spasov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but Palonesess has him pressed against the cage.
Palonesess fails to pull guard.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Palonesess's elbow.
Spasov misses with a body punch. #TD#
Spasov successfully pulls guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU2#
Palonesess stands up and waves to Spasov to follow him. #CL#
Spasov clinches up with Palonesess and pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov lands a body shot.
Palonesess drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Spasov gets the underhooks and prevents it. #BC#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Palonesess takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Spasov dives in for a single leg takedown but Palonesess sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CL2#
Palonesess clinches up against the cage.
Spasov prevents the takedown attempt.
Spasov lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4##BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Palonesess throws a leg kick but Spasov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Palonesess leaves Spasov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Spas Spasov is winning the standup battle so far.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Palonesess as he avoids it easily.
Spasov swinging wildly here.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Palonesess swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Spasov misses with a combination
and Palonesess counters with a three punch combo that has Spasov backing up. Spasov nods at Palonesess to acknowledge the strikes.
Spasov feints a jab promting Palonesess to slip. Spasov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Palonesess slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Palonesess throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Spasov fails with an attempt to clinch.
And Palonesess tries to counter it with a takedown but Spasov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Spasov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Palonesess throws a big counter head kick but Spasov avoids it with no problem.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Spasov falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Palonesess counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #ES#
Spasov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Palonesess keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Spasov jumps guard but Palonesess turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Spasov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Palonesess backwards.
Palonesess tries to pull guard but Spasov holds him up against the cage and eventually Palonesess drops back down to his feet.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Palonesess wants a takedown but no success here.
Spasov stalling against the cage. #T1#
Spasov lands a nice shot to the body.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Palonesess has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Spasov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Spas Spasov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Altintop Palonesess.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Palonesess stalling in the clinch but Spasov improves position.
Palonesess wants a takedown but no success here.
Palonesess jumps guard but Spasov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Palonesess controls the action.
Spasov prevents the takedown attempt.
Spasov tries a body shot but Palonesess blocks it.
Palonesess slowing the pace effectively.#BC#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Palonesess on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T2#
Spasov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
Spasov scores with a nice strike.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Spasov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Palonesess tries to avoid it but Spasov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Palonesess to the ground. Palonesess escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Spasov tries to bum rush Palonesess with a series of wild strikes but Palonesess uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Palonesess closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Spasov quickly recovers to half 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!
Palonesess is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Spasov is trying to stand back up but Palonesess is controlling him
Palonesess prevents Spasov from improving his position.#SU2#
Palonesess escapes and gets back to his feet. #T3#
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL#
Palonesess gets tackled into the cage by Spasov. Spasov maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Palonesess has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Spasov clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB2#
Palonesess working for a choke but Spasov is defending well.
Spasov trying to control but not successfully.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.
Spasov is trying to break free.
Spasov is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T4#
Palonesess is punishing Spasov with some ground and pound.
A lull in the action here.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.
Palonesess lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Spasov hold on?!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Palonesess's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #SUB2#
Palonesess has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Spasov has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Oooh a big shot gets through from Palonesess. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Altintop Palonesess has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spasov trying to control the action but Palonesess just sinks the hooks in.

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 Spas Spasov.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Spasov, 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spas Spasov!
A relieved looking Spas Spasov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Altintop Palonesess stepped up to the mic, saying 'Shit happends!!! '.

Event: BCS 10
Date: Dec 06, 2019

#R1#
Spasov misses with an uppercut. Biernat saw that one coming.
Spasov tries to clinch there but Biernat circles away.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt - Biernat sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Biernat darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Spasov scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Biernat manages to mount him! #SUB2#
Biernat working for a submission but Spasov is keeping him at bay. #SUB2#
Biernat with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Biernat working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.
Spasov flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Spasov is trying to stand.#T1##SUB2#
Biernat jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Spasov manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Spasov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Biernat asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Spasov is not content to let Biernat control the position. #SUB2#
Biernat is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Spasov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Spasov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Spasov is looking for a sweep.
Biernat looking to control but instead Spasov has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#SUB2#
Biernat is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Spasov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet. #T2##SUB2#
Biernat is trying for a kimura here. Spasov looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Biernat wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mateusz Biernat!
A very excited looking Mateusz Biernat 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: BCS 3
Date: Sep 20, 2019

#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Lee as Spasov shoots in.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lee looks to land a body kick but Spasov moved away.#CL#
Lee closes the distance and clinches.
Spasov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lee smiles and moves away.
Lee jabs at Spasov's body.#CL2#
Spasov has taken the fight to the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Spasov as the two fighters clinch.
Lee wants to get back to striking at distance but Spasov won't allow it. #BC2#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov ducks under a wild hook from Lee.#CL#
Lee takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Spasov gets control of Lee's arms and successfully pulls guard. Spasov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Spasov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Spasov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Spasov wants to stand up but Lee is controlling him.
Lee stays in close to Spasov's body and controls the position. #T1#
Spasov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lee throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Spasov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Spasov is looking to stand up but Lee isn't so interested in that idea.
Lee trying to control but Spasov is working from the bottom.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Spasov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Spasov wants to stand up but Lee is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
Spasov closes the distance and clinches.
Lee tries to circle away but Spasov has him pinned against the cage.
Lee blocks a body shot from Spasov.
The referee calls for Spasov to work.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lee's elbow. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Spasov lands a body shot.
Spasov leaning against his opponent. #TD2#
Spasov pulls Lee into guard. #SU#
Lee decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Spasov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lee throws out the jab.
Spasov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Beck Lee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lee as he avoids it easily.
Spasov fails to land the takedown.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lee looks to land a combination. Spasov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lee wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Lee working hard to break the clinch.#TD2#
Spasov successfully pulls guard. #T3#
Lee controlling from the top position.
Lee working some strikes from top position.#ES2#
Spasov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Lee off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Beck Lee is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Spasov is defended easily by Lee.#CL#
Lee gets a clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Lee looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Spasov lands a body punch.
Spasov lands a left hand. #TD2#
Spasov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Lee uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Spasov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Spasov is looking to stand up but Lee isn't so interested in that idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Spasov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lee is one step ahead there.
Lee throws a big elbow that misses.
Spasov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Lee is stalling in the full guard.
Lee throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Lee is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Lee loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Spasov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Lee controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Spas Spasov 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##CL#
Lee closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Lee throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Spasov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Spasov walks into a straight right hand from Lee.
Spasov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lee.
Spasov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Spasov.#CL#
Lee has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lee drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Spasov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Spasov stalling the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov pushes Lee back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Lee controls his hands.
Spasov lands with a short shot to the head. #TD2#
Spasov successfully pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##ES2#
Spasov has his feet on Lee's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #CL#
Lee rushes Spasov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lee is trying to break the clinch but Spasov has him pressed against the cage.
Spasov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#TD2#
Spasov drags the fight down to the ground.
Spasov 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.
Lee lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Spasov is trying to control the position but Lee postures up.
Spasov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lee is controlling him. #SU#
Lee decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Spasov, up you get!
Spasov ducks right into an uppercut from Lee. #CL#
Lee clinches up with Spasov and pushes him back against the cage.
Spasov prevents Lee from breaking the clinch.
Spasov prevents Lee from breaking the clinch.#T2#
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lee holding his opponent close, against the cage. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch. #CL#
Lee closes the distance and clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Lee breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lee walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
Lee darts in and clinches Spasov up against the cage.
Lee wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Spasov has him pressed against the cage.
Spas Spasov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Spasov cracks Lee with a nice body shot.
Lee changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Spasov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Spasov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lee throws out the jab.
Spasov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lee.
Lee avoids a punch combination nicely.
Spasov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Lee avoids a punch combination nicely. #T3##CL#
Spasov gets tackled into the cage by Lee. Lee maintains the clinch.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Spasov.
Spasov digs a right hand underneath Lee's ribcage. Lee let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lee has had enough of the clinch but Spasov keeps him there for the moment.
Lee wants to break free but Spasov has control.
The referee is keeping an eye on Spasov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Spasov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lee's efforts to push away.
Lee wants to break the clinch but can't.
Good body shot from Spasov.
Lee can't break the clinch.
Lee working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T4#
Spasov avoids the head kick by Lee.
Beck Lee is winning the standup battle so far.
Spasov takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CL2#
Spasov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lee, pushing him back against the cage.
Spasov digs a right hand into Lee's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lee's gas tank.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Spasov has managed to clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Lee controls the action. #TD2#
Spasov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Spasov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Spasov wants to stand up but Lee is controlling him.
Lee stays in close to Spasov's body and controls the position. #ES2#
Spasov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Lee is trying to break the clinch but Spasov is controlling him.
Spasov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lee is trying to push Spasov away but Spasov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD2#
Spasov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Spasov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Spasov has Lee up against the cage in a clinch.
A short body shot lands from Spasov as the two fighters clinch.
Spasov is leaning against Lee and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lee tries to circle away but Spasov has him pinned against the cage.
Spasov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC#
Lee breaks from the clinch.
Spasov fails with the takedown.
Spasov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lee swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Spasov has taken the fight to the clinch.
The referee calls for Spasov to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A frustrated look appears on Lee's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lee trying to land knees to the body.
Spasov prevents Lee from breaking the clinch.
Spasov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Spasov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lee's efforts to push away.#T1#
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lee is trying to push Spasov away but Spasov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD2#
Spasov decides to pull guard.
Spasov wants to stand and escape but Lee is having none of it. #ES2#
Spasov kicks Lee off and gets to his feet. #CL2#
Spasov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lee has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lee wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Spasov has him pressed against the cage.#TD2#
Spasov jumps guard and drags Lee to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Lee controls from within his opponent's guard. #ES2#
Spasov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Lee has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Lee can't break the clinch.
Lee looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD2#
Spasov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Spasov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #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!
Lee controlling from the top position. #ES2#
Spasov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Lee off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Lee scores with a body shot.
Beck Lee has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Spasov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Lee thinks about countering with a head kick.
Beck Lee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.#CL#
Lee pushes Spasov up against the cage in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Lee's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Spasov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lee.
Spasov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Lee seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Spasov can turn it around.
Lee is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Lee wants to break free but Spasov has control.
Lee has a couple of punches blocked by Spasov. #T3#
Lee wants to break free but Spasov has control. #TD2#
Spasov drags the fight down to the ground.
Spasov working a defensive guard here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lee accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #ES2#
Spasov has his feet on Lee's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lee misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Lee has managed to clinch.
Lee tries for a takedown but Spasov manages to get underhooks.
Spasov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lee backwards.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov keeps control of Lee as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Spasov tries a body shot but Lee blocks it. #T4#
Spasov cracks Lee with a nice body shot.#TD2#
Spasov successfully pulls guard.
Lee won't allow Spasov to get back to his feet. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Spasov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spasov lands a body punch.
Lee wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Lee tries to break the clinch but Spasov is controlling the position.
Lee blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Lee blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Nice body punch from Spasov.
Lee is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Spasov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lee.
The referee is keeping an eye on Spasov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Spasov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spas Spasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Spasov 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 27:30
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: WCF9 Lotus Style vs Cruz 2
Date: Sep 06, 2019

#R1#
Riley misses the body punch
and Spasov counters with a series of strikes. Riley will be more careful next time no doubt.
Spasov shoots in but no luck this time.
Riley really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Riley swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Spasov has his takedown stuffed
and Riley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Spasov forces Riley back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch.
Spasov moves out of range of the strikes.
Riley has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Riley throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Spasov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Spasov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #ROC2#
Riley is rocked!
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Riley swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Oh Riley is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CL2#
Spasov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch.
Riley seems to have got his legs back now.
A punch combination from Spasov misses.
It looked like Riley was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Spasov.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Riley circles away easily
and Spasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Michael Riley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.#T1#
Spasov dives in for a single leg takedown but Riley sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A big right from Riley misses.
Spasov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Riley counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Riley is trying to break the clinch but Spasov has him pressed against the cage.
Spasov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Spasov tries to work over Riley's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Riley is trying to break free.
Spasov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Riley's efforts to push away.
Riley being controlled against the cage.#T2##BC2#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Riley gets tackled into the cage by Spasov. Spasov maintains the clinch.
Spasov wants to take the fight to the mat but Riley manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Spasov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Riley is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Spasov pulls guard successfully.
Spasov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Spasov is looking to cinch up a triangle. Riley throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Spasov's body to avoid the submission. Spasov has instead reached around Riley's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Spasov arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Spas Spasov!
A relieved looking Spas Spasov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: WCF7 Lotus Style Vs Cruz
Date: Aug 23, 2019

#R1##TD#
Pico shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES2#
Spasov pushes Pico off and gets back to his feet.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Pico.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#ES2#
Spasov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Pico throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Spasov's waist but Spasov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pico off to one side.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Pico swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pico changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pico tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Spasov swivels and escapes.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Spasov is looking to clinch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Spasov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT2#
It looks like Aaron Pico has been cut.
Spasov lands a head shot.
Spasov swinging wildly here.
Pico scores with a jab to the body.
Spasov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pico circles away.#T1#
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt - Pico sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL#
Pico gets a clinch.
Spasov stalling in the clinch.
Pico jumps guard but Spasov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aaron Pico. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Spasov jumps guard.
Pico lands a couple of digs.
Spasov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #ES2#
Spasov pushes Pico off and scrambles back to his feet.
Spasov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Pico appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL#
Pico has managed to clinch.
Pico fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short left from Spasov.
Pico working hard to break the clinch.
Pico is trying to break free.#T2#
Pico wants to break free but Spasov has control.
Spasov tries to work over Pico's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD2#
Spasov pulls Pico into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spasov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Spasov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #ES2#
Spasov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch. #TD#
Pico shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Spasov is trying to defend but Pico finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.
Spasov throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2#
Spasov kicks Pico off and gets back to his feet.#T3#
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Pico shoots for a takedown but Spasov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Spasov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Pico is breathing heavily.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
Spasov lands with an overhand left.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Spasov darts in looking for a takedown but Pico gets double underhooks and turns Spasov into the cage.
Spasov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Spasov closes the distance and clinches up with Pico, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes Pico against the cage but Pico circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Spasov clinches up with Pico and pushes him back against the cage.
Pico has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Spasov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Spasov. #TD2#
Spasov jumps guard and drags Pico to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#ES2#
Spasov pushes Pico off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T4#
Spasov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Spasov.
Pico takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Spasov throws a right hand that Pico ducks under and follows up with a left that Pico also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Spasov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Spasov lands a body shot.
Spasov keeps control of Pico as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #TD2#
Spasov jumps guard. #ES2#
Spasov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Spasov fails to land the takedown.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Spasov throws a right hand that Pico ducks under and follows up with a left that Pico also avoids with ease.
Pico takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aaron Pico's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pico is defended easily by Spasov.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but Pico shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
Spasov has managed to clinch.
A right hand to the body from Spasov.
Spasov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Pico seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Spasov can turn it around.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spasov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Pico drops down looking for an ankle pick but Spasov pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL2#
Spasov closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Pico's efforts to push away.
Spasov trying to control the position but instead, Pico has worked for underhooks and has pushed Spasov into the cage.
Pico prevents a body shot from Spasov. #T1#
Pico tries to score a body lock takedown but Spasov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aaron Pico. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spasov stops a takedown attempt from Pico.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Spasov is working Pico over against the cage.#BC2#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Aaron Pico is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Pico backs up against the cage.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Spasov lands with a nice combination. Pico backs away looking to recover.#TD2#
Spasov drives through with a takedown into Pico's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Pico on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Pico tries to get out of the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU2#
Spasov decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Pico, up you get!
Spasov cracks Pico with a right hand to the side of the head.#CUT2#
Aaron Pico's cut is getting worse.#KD2#
Spasov drops Pico with a beautiful combination! Pico stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Spasov is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Pico is rocked!
Pico get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Pico stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Spasov runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Spas Spasov!
Spas Spasov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WCF5 Carnera vs Maia
Date: Aug 09, 2019

#R1#
A combination from Shamrock does no damage.
No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL#
Shamrock rushes Spasov and presses him up against the cage.
Shamrock tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Spasov avoids it.#BC2#
Spasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Spasov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Shamrock avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Shamrock but Shamrock pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Shamrock circles away from the clinch attempt.
Shamrock takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Shamrock looks to land a combination but Spasov avoids it well.
Spasov lands a two punch combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spasov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Spasov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Shamrock swivels and escapes.#TD2#
Spasov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SU2#
Spasov stands up and waves to Shamrock to follow him.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Shamrock avoids them all with ease.
Spasov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #T1##CL#
Shamrock rushes Spasov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Shamrock moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Spasov moves into range and clinches up with Shamrock.#BC2#
Spasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Shamrock sprawls well. Shamrock wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Spasov gets slowly back to his feet.
Spasov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Shamrock is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Chance Shamrock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.#CL#
Shamrock clinches.
Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
Spasov throws a nice looking combination but Shamrock bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL#
Shamrock gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Spasov pulls guard successfully.
Shamrock knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Spasov on the ground.#T2#
Spasov wants to stand but Shamrock is controlling the position.
Shamrock works over Spasov with some ground and pound from 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!
Shamrock wants to control from the top but Spasov keeps moving.
Shamrock looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Spasov is controlling Shamrock's posture.#ES2#
Spasov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Shamrock tries to break free but Spasov pushes him back against the cage.
Spasov controlling the action here for a moment.
Shamrock jumps guard but Spasov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T3##TD2#
Spasov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Shamrock uses from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Spasov uses the cage to get back to his feet. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Spasov enables Shamrock to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Spasov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Spasov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Shamrock is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
Spasov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spasov scores with a punch to the head.
Shamrock slips a jab and a cross from Spasov. #CL#
Shamrock has closed the distance and engaged Spasov in a clinch. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown. Shamrock tries to sprawl out of it but Spasov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Shamrock manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Shamrock digs a good body shot into Spasov's ribs.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T4#
Spasov scores with a one two! Shamrock had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Shamrock keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL#
Shamrock takes the fight into the clinch.
Shamrock jumps guard but Spasov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov lands with a nice combination. Shamrock backs away looking to recover.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
An attempted straight right counter from Shamrock misses the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Danga de danga de dang - Spasov scores with a four punch combination!
Spasov tests Shamrock's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Spasov wants to clinch up but Shamrock keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Shamrock pushes Spasov up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Spasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Spasov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt
and Shamrock makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Shamrock shoots in but Spasov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Spasov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Shamrock manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Shamrock shoots in looking for a takedown. Spasov tries to sprawl out of it but Shamrock keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Spasov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Spasov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CL#
Shamrock closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Spasov pulls guard.
Shamrock stopping the sweep attempt from Spasov.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Shamrock is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES2#
Spasov has his feet on Shamrock's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T1#
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but Shamrock shows good takedown defense.
Spasov cracks Shamrock with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Spasov slaps away a takedown attempt from Shamrock, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chance Shamrock. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice sprawl there from Shamrock as Spasov shoots in.#TD2#
Spasov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Shamrock on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Shamrock tries to get out of the position.#SU2#
Spasov stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Shamrock to get to his feet.
Chance Shamrock is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Spasov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Spasov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Shamrock is holding Spasov down, trying to stall.#SU2#
Spasov decides to stand up, so the ref orders Shamrock to his feet. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spasov lands a two punch combo.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Shamrock moves out of range.
Shamrock appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Shamrock throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Spasov throws a one two combo. #CL2#
Spasov closes the distance and pushes Shamrock back into the cage.
Shamrock tries to pull guard but Spasov won't allow it.
Spasov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC#
Shamrock breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Spasov duly obliges.
Spasov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Shamrock backs up against the cage.
Shamrock walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL#
Shamrock has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Spasov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Spasov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Shamrock.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3##BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A left and a right from Spasov both land. Nice combination.
Shamrock misses with a jab, cross combination.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
As Spasov looks to move away, Shamrock throws a big counter combo but Spasov just gets out of the way.#CL2#
Spasov moves into the clinch successfully.
Shamrock slows down the pace here. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov is working the combinations to good effect here.
Spasov dives in for a single leg takedown but Shamrock sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Shamrock avoids them all with ease.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Shamrock displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Spasov has a takedown stuffed.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spasov throws a series of punches but Shamrock moves out of range.
Shamrock misses with the combination.
Spasov unleashes a big counter combination but Shamrock bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Spasov dives in for a single leg takedown but Shamrock sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Spas Spasov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Spasov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CL#
Shamrock closes the distance and pushes Spasov back into the cage.
Shamrock looking for a takedown. #BC2#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Shamrock clinches up against the cage.
Spasov working hard to break the clinch.
Spasov trying to stall but Shamrock improves his position. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Shamrock gets a clinch. #BC#
Shamrock breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Shamrock tries to keep at a distance but Spasov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Shamrock is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Shamrock avoids them all with ease.
Spasov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov throws a right and a left that Shamrock avoids nicely.
Sloppy strikes from Spasov. Those never looked like landing.
Spasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Spasov tries to clinch there but Shamrock circles away.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
Shamrock forces Spasov back against the cage and clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shamrock tries to score a body lock takedown but Spasov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T1##BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Shamrock throws a combination that misses
and Spasov counters with a three punch combo that has Shamrock backing up. Shamrock nods at Spasov to acknowledge the strikes.#TD#
Shamrock closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Spasov quickly recovers to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spasov won't allow Shamrock to pass to mount.
Spasov throws a strike from the bottom that misses. #ES2#
Spasov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Spasov moves in looking to clinch but Shamrock pushes him off.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov looks to land a combination but Shamrock avoids it well.
Spasov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CL#
Shamrock closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Spasov fails to pull guard. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2##TD#
Spasov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Shamrock to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Spasov wants to stand but Shamrock is controlling the position.
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#ES2#
Spasov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #TD2#
Spasov jumps guard and drags Shamrock to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Spasov is looking to stand up but Shamrock isn't so interested in that idea.
Spasov seems keen to control Shamrock's posture.#T3#
Spasov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Shamrock is controlling him. #SUB#
Shamrock thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Shamrock wants to control from the top but Spasov keeps moving.
Spasov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Shamrock manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SU2#
Spasov stands up from Shamrock's guard - Spasov perhaps looking for a knockout. #CL#
Shamrock moves into the clinch.#T4#
Shamrock wants to take the fight to the mat but Spasov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
Spasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Danga de danga de dang - Spasov scores with a four punch combination!
Spasov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Spasov slips a jab and a cross from Shamrock.
Spasov lands a glancing blow to the side of Shamrock's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Spasov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Shamrock, pushing him back against the cage.
Chance Shamrock has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC2#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov dodges the punch combination from Shamrock.
Spasov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL#
Shamrock instigates a clinch.
Spasov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Shamrock up against the cage.
Chance Shamrock has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A body shot lands from Spasov.

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

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

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

Event: TWGC 25 (170lbs, D3): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Jul 26, 2019

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Eddie Bravado (ranked 6039 p4p, 0 weight class) and Spas Spasov (ranked 4438 p4p, 433 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

182 cm
18 yrs
177 lbs

180 cm
26 yrs
159 lbs

Bravado

Spasov

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Eddie Bravado! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Spas Spasov!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Leandro Rodrigues and Seu Braga.

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

Spasov pushes Bravado up against the cage in a clinch.
Bravado tries to pull guard but Spasov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.

Spasov gets control of Bravado's arms and successfully pulls guard. Spasov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.

Spasov working for a triangle but Bravado defends it easily.
Spasov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bravado. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

Bravado thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.

Bravado 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.
Bravado is pushing down on Spasov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Spasov is fighting to maintain full guard but Bravado has managed to sneak the leg through.
Spasov is pressing down on Bravado's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Spasov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

Bravado drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bravado jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Bravado thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.

Spasov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

Bravado drops back looking for a leg! Spasov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Spasov manages to kick Bravado off! Bravado jumps back into Spasov's guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Spasov working a defensive guard here.

Bravado 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.

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

Bravado is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Spasov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Spasov has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bravado (0) vs (2) Spasov
Bravado can't keep his opponent in guard - Spasov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Bravado is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Spasov pulls his head out easily.
Bravado is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

Spasov seems to be working for a kimura but Bravado defends the submission attempt.

Bravado looking for subs from the bottom but Spasov mounts him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bravado (0) vs (5) Spasov
Bravado is trying desperately to improve position.
Bravado gets back to half guard.

Spasov is working for a submission of some sort.
Bravado moves into full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Bravado is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

Bravado looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

Spasov is posturing up here but Bravado has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Spasov tries to roll out but it's too tight and Spasov has to tap! Slick submission there by Bravado!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Eddie Bravado!
Eddie Bravado very nearly forgot to thank Conviction amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: WVT24 Baroni v Murhaa
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Spasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD#
Spasov feints and as Liguy raises his hands in defense, Spasov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#ES2#
Liguy has his feet on Spasov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Oleg Liguy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spasov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch.#BC#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Liguy tries to keep at a distance but Spasov has taken the fight into the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Liguy lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Spasov is trying to escape back to his feet but Liguy uses the scramble to pass into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Liguy scoring with punches and elbows.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Liguy drags him back down.
Liguy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Spasov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Liguy scoring with punches and elbows.
Liguy working the ground and pound.
Spasov tries to escape but Liguy is in control.
Liguy creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T1#
Spasov throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Spasov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Liguy is controlling him well.
Liguy looks up at the clock and then as Spasov takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Liguy smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Spasov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Liguy on the ground.
Spasov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Liguy has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Liguy tries to move to mount but Spasov blocks the move with his legs.
Spasov is pushing Liguy's head away, looking to escape. Liguy manages to hold on to the position though.
Spasov is looking for a sweep.
Liguy works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Spasov is trying to get back to half guard.
Spasov on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Spasov tries to improve position but can't.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Liguy drags him back down.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Liguy scores with punches from side control. #T2#
Liguy working the ground and pound.
Liguy works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Liguy creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Liguy scoring with punches from side control.
Liguy cracks Spasov with a big elbow.
Liguy lands a few punches from side control.#SU2#
Liguy has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Spasov misses the shot to the body. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Liguy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A lull in the action here as Liguy stalls from top position.
Liguy lands a few punches from side control.#SUB2#
Liguy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Spasov can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Spasov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Liguy is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Spasov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Liguy working the ground and pound from side control.
Liguy connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Spasov some visible discomfort.
Spasov misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Liguy is chipping away with strikes.
Spasov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Spasov 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.
Liguy creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T4#
Spasov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Spasov striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Liguy prevents Spasov from escaping the position.
Liguy lands an elbow.
Liguy advances to full mount.
Spasov trying desperately to get to his feet.
Spasov tries to hold on but Liguy postures up.
The referee warns Spasov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Liguy wants to control the pace but Spasov is squirming around nicely.
Spasov really wants to buck Liguy off and get back to his feet.
Liguy is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Spasov can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Liguy pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oleg Liguy 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#
No joy there for Spasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Liguy dives in and grabs Spasov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes down on Liguy's head and hops out.
Spasov lands a jab-cross combination.
Liguy stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Liguy wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Spasov has Liguy up against the cage in a clinch.
Spasov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Liguy.
A left hand lands to the body for Liguy.
Liguy looking to slow down the pace here.
Liguy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Liguy goes for a takedown in the clinch but Spasov prevents it.
Spas Spasov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oleg Liguy.
Liguy tries a body shot but Spasov blocks it.
Liguy has Spasov pushed against the cage.
Liguy tries to throw a body punch but Spasov avoids it by throwing Liguy back against the cage. #T1#
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Liguy controls the action.
Liguy lands a shoulder strike.
A short body shot lands from Liguy as the two fighters clinch. #BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Liguy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Spasov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Liguy somewhat.
A left and a right from Spasov both land. Nice combination.
Liguy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Spasov as he avoids it easily.
Liguy stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Liguy wants it to stay on the feet.
Liguy wants to counter with a clinch but Spasov pushes him away.
Spasov has been working on his balance at Roosters Coop, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Liguy.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Liguy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Spasov sprawls well. Spasov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Liguy gets slowly back to his feet.#CL2#
Liguy moves into the clinch.#T2##BC#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Liguy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Spasov defends well and Liguy ends up having to push Spasov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Liguy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Liguy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Spasov misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Liguy decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Spasov's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Liguy trying to control the position from guard on top but Spasov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Liguy content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Spasov wants to stand and escape but Liguy is having none of it.
Liguy working some strikes from top position.
Spasov trying to keep a closed guard but Liguy is proving a slippery customer.
Liguy prevents Spasov from getting back to his feet.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Liguy manages to pass to side control.
Oleg Liguy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Liguy takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T3#
Liguy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Spasov tries to kick Liguy off but Liguy keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Liguy working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Liguy prevents Spasov from standing back up.
Liguy is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.
Spasov trying to control from the bottom.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Liguy connects with a nice short shot to Spasov's temple.
Liguy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Liguy lands a nice short elbow.#T4#
Ground and pound from Liguy.
Liguy slips a nice elbow through Spasov's hands, connecting with Spasov's forehead.
Spasov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Liguy is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Spasov tries to kick Liguy off but Liguy keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Liguy connects with a nice short shot to Spasov's temple.
Liguy lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Liguy takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Spasov wants to control but Liguy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Spasov pushes Liguy off looking to stand but Liguy dives back in and keeps control.
Liguy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Spasov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Liguy scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Liguy lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Liguy lands with a punch from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oleg Liguy 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! This is the final round!
#R3#
Spasov dives in and grabs Liguy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Liguy pushes down on Spasov's head and hops out.
Liguy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Liguy gets a takedown into half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Liguy connects with a nice short shot to Spasov's temple.
Spasov trying to control from the bottom.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Liguy is working for a submission of some sort.
Spasov is looking for a sweep. Liguy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Liguy working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Liguy content to control rather than advance.
Spasov wants to control but Liguy is keeping busy. #T1#
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Liguy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Well, if Liguy is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Spasov is trying to stand back up but Liguy is controlling him
Liguy landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Spasov is trying to stand back up but Liguy is controlling him
Liguy working over Spasov with some ground and pound. Spasov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#ES#
Spasov kicks off Liguy and gets to his feet.
Spasov leaves Liguy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL#
Spasov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Liguy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Liguy tries to keep at a distance but Spasov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Liguy lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Spasov.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#BC#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Liguy shoots in and bounces Spasov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Liguy chips away with some ground and pound.
Liguy scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Liguy scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Liguy is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Spasov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Liguy chips away with some ground and pound.
Liguy postures up and lands a big shot to Spasov's brow.
Spasov wants to stand up but Liguy is controlling him.
Spasov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Liguy won't allow Spasov to get back to his feet.
Liguy wants to control from the top but Spasov keeps moving.
Liguy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Liguy is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Liguy works over Spasov with some ground and pound from guard.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Liguy manages to pass to side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Spasov punching from the bottom. #T4#
Liguy controlling the action here.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Spasov actively working from the bottom here.
Liguy winds up and cracks Spasov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Spasov punching from the bottom.
Spasov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Liguy scores with a couple of nice shots.
Spasov tries to kick Liguy off but Liguy keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Liguy takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Spasov misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Liguy is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Oleg Liguy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Spasov actively working from the bottom here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Oleg Liguy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Liguy 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oleg Liguy!

Event: WVT20 Takeishi v Brandis
Date: Jun 15, 2019

#R1#
Left hook, right uppercut from Spasov.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Spasov dives in for a single leg takedown but Iman sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Iman feints the counter takedown.
Spasov tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and Iman counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Spasov!
Iman taking a breather here.
Spasov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Iman has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Iman in side control, just content to control the action for now. #SUB2#
Iman looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Iman has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spasov is trying to stand.#T1#
Iman can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Spasov is looking to escape.
Iman won't let Spasov get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Spasov tries to reverse the position but Iman maintains control.
Spasov flailing away with punches but nothing is landing. #SUB2#
Iman looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Iman blocks Spasov's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Spasov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Spasov is really trying hard to get back to his feet. #T2#
Iman wants to take his opponent's back but Spasov doesn't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Iman is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Spasov can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB2#
Iman jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Spasov manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Iman looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Iman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Spasov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Spasov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T3#
Spasov is being controlled here.
Iman tries to advance to mount but Spasov denies him.
Spasov is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Spasov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Iman looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Spasov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Iman is controlling him well.
Iman is looking to take a break and control but Spasov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Iman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Iman tries for a kimura but Spasov is defending well.
Spasov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Iman is looking to take a break and control but Spasov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Iman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Iman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mohhamad Iman dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Spasov is defended easily by Iman.
Iman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Spasov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And Iman tries to counter it with a takedown but Spasov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Spasov misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Iman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Iman.
Spasov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Spasov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iman wants to pass the guard but Spasov is keeping the position.
Iman passes into half guard.
Iman prevents Spasov from standing back up.
Iman works his foot free and advances to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Spasov wants to try and get back to his feet.
Mohhamad Iman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Iman fails to advance to Spasov's back. #SUB2#
Iman goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Spasov is on top in guard.
Spasov wants to stand but Iman is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
Iman looking for a guillotine here but Spasov defends easily. #T2#
Iman looking for a sweep. Not yet Iman, not yet.
Spasov wanted to stand there but Iman had control of the position. #SUB2#
Iman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Spasov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Spasov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Spasov wants to stand but Iman is controlling his posture from full guard.
Spasov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Iman looking for a sweep. Not yet Iman, not yet. #SU#
Spasov stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
Spasov lands a two punch combo.
Spasov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Iman pinned against the cage. Iman gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spasov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Iman counters with a shoot takedown. Spasov fights it but they end up in guard.
Iman stops Spasov from standing up.
Iman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Spasov looking to control.
Spasov wants to stand and escape but Iman is having none of it.
Iman is pushing down on Spasov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Spasov is fighting to maintain full guard but Iman has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Spasov is pushing off trying to get to his feet. Iman has hold of the leg though and he's dropped back for a heel hook… has he got it?? YES! Spasov is tapping! This fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Mohhamad Iman!

Event: WVT13 Zexi v Lomachenko
Date: May 18, 2019

#R1#
Haggar fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Haggar misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Spasov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Haggar throws a predictable looking body shot
and Spasov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Haggar changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Spasov tries to avoid it but Haggar manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Spasov to the ground. Spasov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Haggar avoids them all with ease.
Haggar looks to land a right hand but Spasov moved out of range.
Spasov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Haggar throws an overhand right that lands on Spasov's shoulder, as Spasov tries to avoid the shot.
Haggar circles away from the clinch attempt.
Spasov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT2#
It looks like Mike Haggar has been cut.
Spasov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spasov tries to clinch but Haggar is having none of it.
Haggar appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Haggar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Spasov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Spasov tries to clinch up but Haggar circles away and keeps his distance.
Spasov lands a jab to the nose.#CL2#
Spasov rushes Haggar and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Haggar has a couple of punches blocked by Spasov.
Haggar misses with a punch on the inside.
Spasov tries to break the clinch but Haggar is controlling the position. #T1#
Haggar misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Spasov drags the fight down to the ground.
Haggar lands a couple of elbows.
Haggar keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Spasov's head.
Haggar trying to control the position from guard on top but Spasov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Haggar is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Haggar preventing the sweep. #ES2#
Spasov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Haggar off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Spasov!
Spasov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Spasov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Haggar manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Haggar has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Haggar moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Haggar shoots for a double leg takedown but Spasov sprawls well. He's pushed Haggar's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Haggar. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T2#
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Haggar paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A big left from Haggar misses.
Spasov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Haggar misses with a takedown attempt
letting Spasov counter with a right hand.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Spasov looks to land a combination but Haggar avoids it well. #CL#
Haggar rushes Spasov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Spasov pulls guard effortlessly.
Haggar content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Haggar stops Spasov from standing up.
Haggar postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Haggar stops Spasov from standing up.
Haggar landing with the ground and pound.
Haggar working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Spasov's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Haggar is in close to Spasov's body, working some short punches and elbows.#ES2#
Spasov pushes Haggar off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T3#
Spasov fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Spasov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Haggar, pushing him back against the cage.
Haggar struggles to land a body shot inside as Spasov controls his hands. #TD2#
Spasov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Spasov is looking to stand up but Haggar isn't so interested in that idea.
Haggar is working Spasov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Spasov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Haggar engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Haggar with a nice head shot there.
Haggar wants to pass the guard but Spasov is keeping the position.
Haggar is working Spasov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
We've been hearing that Haggar has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T4#
Haggar stopping the sweep attempt from Spasov.
Haggar trying to control the position from guard on top but Spasov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Spasov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Haggar won't allow Spasov to get back to his feet.
Haggar chips away with some ground and pound.
Haggar throws a big elbow that misses.
Haggar with a nice head shot there.
Spasov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Haggar wants to pass the guard but Spasov is keeping the position.
Haggar working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Haggar's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#ES2#
Spasov has his feet on Haggar's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spasov tries to clinch up but Haggar circles away and keeps his distance.
Spasov tries to clinch up.
Spasov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mike Haggar's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Haggar swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Spasov tries to clinch up.#CL#
Haggar instigates a clinch.
Haggar misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
Spasov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Spasov looks to land a combination but Haggar avoids it well.
Spasov tries to clinch but Haggar is having none of it.
Spasov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Haggar momentarily. #CL#
Haggar rushes Spasov and presses him up against the cage.
Spasov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Spasov can't break the clinch.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Haggar won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov is trying to stall.
Haggar goes for a takedown in the clinch but Spasov prevents it.
Spasov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Haggar has him pressed against the cage.
Haggar misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Spasov stops a takedown attempt from Haggar.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Haggar controls the action.
Haggar looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD2#
Spasov pulls Haggar into guard.
Haggar is working Spasov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Haggar chips away with some ground and pound.
Haggar postures up and lands a big shot to Spasov's brow. #ES2#
Spasov uses the cage to get back to his feet. #CL#
Haggar moves into range and clinches up with Spasov.
Spasov jumps guard but Haggar stands there with Spasov around his waist. Spasov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Haggar fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spasov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spasov ducks under a wild hook from Haggar.
Haggar throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T2#
A swing and a miss from Haggar.#CL2#
Spasov moves into the clinch successfully.
Haggar misses with a hook from the clinch.
Haggar lands with a left to the head.
Haggar is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Haggar. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Haggar can't break the clinch.
Spasov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Haggar goes for a takedown in the clinch but Spasov prevents it. #BC2#
Spasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spasov scores with a three punch combo!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Spasov! #KD2#
Spasov lands a left and a right that send Haggar crashing to the mat, dazed. Spasov thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CL2#
Spasov drives through and clinches with Haggar against the cage.
Haggar tries to stall but Spasov uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #BC2#
Spasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T3##KD2#
Oooooh!!! Spasov has knocked Haggar down with a huge combo! Spasov steps away and waves a wobbly Haggar back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Haggar is rocked!
Spasov lands hard precision jab right on the jaw that stiffens Haggar up and sends him tumbling to the mat! The ref grabs Spasov from behind before he can pounce. Some folks in the crowd didn't like that stoppage, but I saw Haggar's eyes roll way back in his head, he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Spas Spasov!
Spas Spasov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: WVT9 Hitme v Griffith
Date: Apr 27, 2019

#R1#
Spasov fails to land the takedown.
Henderson throws a big counter combination but Spasov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
No luck for Spasov with that takedown attempt.
Henderson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Spasov sprawls and moves away.
Spasov fails to land the takedown.
Henderson attempts a counter takedown but Spasov avoids it well and moves away.
Jimmy Henderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.#CL2#
Spasov forces Henderson back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov throws a right hand that Henderson ducks under and follows up with a left that Henderson also avoids with ease.
Henderson feinted with a counter takedown.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Spasov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
A combination from Spasov does no damage. #T1#
Spasov throws a series of punches but Henderson moves out of range.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Henderson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Henderson tries to counter with a takedown but Spasov is quick to defend against it.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Henderson dodges the punch combination from Spasov.
Henderson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Spasov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CL2#
Spasov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Henderson jumps into guard, dragging Spasov to the mat.
Spasov is looking to stand up but Henderson won't let him.
Spasov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Spasov being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
Henderson has a closed guard, preventing Spasov from standing up. #SU2#
Spasov stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Spasov is looking to clinch but Henderson is avoiding it. #CL2#
Henderson gets tackled into the cage by Spasov. Spasov maintains the clinch.
Spasov tries a body shot but Henderson blocks it. #BC2#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Spasov drives through and clinches with Henderson against the cage. #T3#
Henderson fails to pull guard.
Henderson fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spasov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Spasov misses with an uppercut. Henderson saw that one coming.
Spasov misses with the combination.
Henderson attempts a counter takedown but Spasov avoids it well and moves away.
Spasov darts in looking for a takedown but Henderson gets double underhooks and turns Spasov into the cage.
Henderson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Spasov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Henderson defends it nicely.
Henderson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Spasov sprawls and moves away.#T4#
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
Jimmy Henderson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Henderson as he jumps to the side.
Spasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Henderson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Henderson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Spasov sprawls and moves away.
Spasov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
Spasov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Henderson circles away.
As Spasov looks to move away, Henderson throws a big counter combo but Spasov just gets out of the way.
Spasov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Henderson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Spasov somewhat.
Henderson feinted with a counter takedown.#CL2#
Spasov has managed to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Spasov throws a right and a left that Henderson avoids nicely.
Spasov has a takedown stuffed.
Spasov has a takedown stuffed.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Henderson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Henderson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Spasov goes for a double leg but Henderson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Henderson continues to drive forward.
Jimmy Henderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Henderson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Henderson wants it to stay on the feet.
Henderson tries to counter with a takedown but Spasov is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but Henderson has him pressed against the cage.
Spasov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Spasov. #T1#
Spasov is trying to break free.#BC2#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Henderson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Spasov wants to stand and escape but Henderson is having none of it.
Henderson is pushing down on Spasov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Spasov is fighting to maintain full guard but Henderson has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Henderson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Spasov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Henderson pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Henderson in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Spasov tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Henderson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jimmy Henderson!

Event: WVT5 Braddock v Hitme
Date: Apr 13, 2019

#R1#
Spasov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Sitsongrit eats them both and turns towards Spasov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Spasov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit scores with a shoulder strike.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sitsongrit.
Spasov is trying to force a seperation but Sitsongrit has the dominant position.
Spasov blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Spasov backwards. #BC#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Spasov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice inside leg kick there by Sitsongrit. That's going to slow Spasov down. #CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Spasov wants to break free but Sitsongrit has control.
Spasov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sitsongrit has him pressed against the cage.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit trying to control the position but instead, Spasov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Sitsongrit into the cage.
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Spasov controls his hands. #T1#
Spasov is trying to force a seperation but Sitsongrit has the dominant position.
Spasov working hard to break the clinch.
We've been informed that Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with an uppercut but Spasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spasov is looking for a takedown.
Sitsongrit has a couple of punches blocked by Spasov.
Spasov fails to pull guard.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses. #TD#
Spasov pulls Sitsongrit into guard.
Spasov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Spasov wants to sweep but no luck.
Sitsongrit in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Spasov tries to strike from the bottom.
Spasov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Spasov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Spasov 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.
Sitsongrit working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #ES#
Spasov kicks Sitsongrit off and gets to his feet. #T2#
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches. #CL2#
Sitsongrit darts in and clinches Spasov up against the cage.#TD#
Spasov pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Spasov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sitsongrit prevents Spasov from getting back to his feet.
Sitsongrit throws a big elbow that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov keeping moving, preventing Sitsongrit from controlling successfully.
Sitsongrit throwing strikes from guard but Spasov blocks nicely. #ES#
Spasov scrambles and gets back to his feet. #CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch.#T3##BC2#
Sitsongrit breaks from the clinch.
No luck for Spasov with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Sitsongrit drives through and clinches with Spasov against the cage.
Sitsongrit has Spasov pressed against the cage, preventing Spasov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Spasov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but Sitsongrit turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Spasov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov staying out of range there.#CL2#
Sitsongrit gets a clinch.
Spasov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Spasov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Spasov trying to stall but Sitsongrit improves his position.
Sitsongrit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T4#
Spasov tries to circle away but Sitsongrit has him pinned against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand.
Spasov tries to break the clinch but Sitsongrit is controlling the position.
Sitsongrit connects with a nasty looking knee right to Spasov's face.
Spasov avoids the elbow strike from Sitsongrit, against the cage.
Sitsongrit prevents Spasov from breaking the clinch.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside.
Spasov stalling.
Spasov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Spasov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Sitsongrit pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Spasov clinches up with Sitsongrit and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Sitsongrit escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Spasov tries to clinch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Spasov sets himself, and Sitsongrit steps forward looking for the clinch! Spasov avoids it this time.
Sitsongrit looks to land a combination. Spasov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Spasov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sitsongrit. Sitsongrit obviously looking to wear him down.
Sitsongrit moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuangtong Sitsongrit dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Spasov shoots in but no luck this time.
A combination from Spasov does no damage.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Sitsongrit feints and then cracks Spasov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Spasov down. #CL2#
Sitsongrit closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Spasov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit taking a breather. #BC2#
Sitsongrit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sitsongrit stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Spasov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Spasov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Sitsongrit clinches.
Sitsongrit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Spasov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Sitsongrit fails to land.
Sitsongrit wants to stall. #BC2#
Sitsongrit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1##CL2#
Sitsongrit closes the distance and pushes Spasov back into the cage.
Spasov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Spasov fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Spasov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Petchuangtong Sitsongrit seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook from the clinch.
Spasov jumps guard but Sitsongrit turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Sitsongrit is trying to maintain a safe position but Spasov gets an underhook and turns Sitsongrit into the cage.#BC#
Spasov breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Sitsongrit clinches.
Spasov tries to break the clinch but Sitsongrit is controlling the position.
Sitsongrit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sitsongrit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but Sitsongrit turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Sitsongrit keeps control of Spasov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Sitsongrit gets through Spasov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Spasov fails to land. #T2#
Spasov tries to pull guard but Sitsongrit forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Spasov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Sitsongrit tries to land a knee to the head but Spasov blocks with his arms.
Spasov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with an uppercut but Spasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit trying to stall but Spasov improves his position. #BC2#
Sitsongrit escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Sitsongrit wants to counter the offense by Spasov and move into the clinch position.
Sitsongrit tries a head kick but it misses.
Spasov appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL#
Spasov pushes Sitsongrit up against the cage in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A frustrated look appears on Spasov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sitsongrit.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sitsongrit.
Spasov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Sitsongrit walks away with a smile on his face. Spasov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD#
Spasov scores with a takedown into Sitsongrit's guard.#SU#
Spasov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T3#
Spasov blocks a head kick by Sitsongrit. #TD#
Spasov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SU#
Spasov stands and steps away. Sitsongrit gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Sitsongrit stuffs the takedown.
Sitsongrit swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.
Spasov looks to land a combination but Sitsongrit avoids it well.
Spasov is looking to clinch.
Petchuangtong Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sitsongrit can pounce on him.
Sitsongrit throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Sitsongrit rushes Spasov and presses him up against the cage.#T4#
Spasov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sitsongrit smiles and moves away.
Spasov tries to clinch there but Sitsongrit circles away.
Spasov sets himself, and Sitsongrit steps forward looking for the clinch! Spasov avoids it this time.
Spasov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sitsongrit throws a head kick that Spasov semi-blocks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Spasov clinches.
Spasov blocking some punches.
A short left from Sitsongrit.
Spasov working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Sitsongrit breaks from the clinch.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spasov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sitsongrit throws a one two combo.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Sitsongrit. #CL2#
Sitsongrit closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Sitsongrit lands an uppercut.
Spasov wants to get back to striking at distance but Sitsongrit won't allow it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Spasov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuangtong Sitsongrit showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot that snaps Spasov's head back.
Spasov fails with the takedown.
Spasov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
A right-left combo lands from Spasov.
Petchuangtong Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
Sitsongrit throws a sloppy head kick and Spasov moves out of range easily.
Spasov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sitsongrit tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Spasov is looking to clinch but Sitsongrit is avoiding it. #TD#
Spasov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
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!#SU#
Spasov decides to stand back up. Spasov steps back and let's Sitsongrit get back to his feet.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.
Spasov scores with a three punch combo! #T1#
Good exchange - Sitsongrit coming out on top.
Spasov doesn't manage to clinch there - Sitsongrit circles away.
A combination from Spasov does no damage.
Sitsongrit displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Spasov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Spasov tries to clinch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Spasov misses with a double jab.
A combination from Spasov does no damage. #CL2#
Sitsongrit has managed to clinch.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Sitsongrit is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Sitsongrit misses with some punches. #BC2#
Sitsongrit breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T2#
Spasov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sitsongrit throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Spasov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sitsongrit wants it to stay on the feet.
Sitsongrit wants to counter with a clinch but Spasov pushes him away.
Spasov looks to land a combination but Sitsongrit avoids it well.
Spasov tries to clinch but Sitsongrit moves out of range. #CL2#
Sitsongrit gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spasov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands an elbow just above Spasov 's eye.
Sitsongrit taking a breather. #BC2#
Sitsongrit breaks the clinch. #TD#
Spasov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Sitsongrit sprawls well initially but Spasov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nice strikes from Spasov there. #SU#
Spasov postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Sitsongrit to stand up. #T3#
Spasov misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Sitsongrit gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Sitsongrit fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Sitsongrit breaks from the clinch.
Spasov shoots in for a double leg but Sitsongrit sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Spasov avoids a punch combination nicely. #CL2#
Sitsongrit gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Spasov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Spasov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spasov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch.
Sitsongrit avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sitsongrit moves away from the strike by Spasov.
Sitsongrit tries to counter with a clinch but Spasov shakes him off and moves away.#T4#
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Spasov's head but Spasov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A right-left combo lands from Spasov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but Sitsongrit shows good takedown defense.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sitsongrit blocks a jab.
Sitsongrit wants to counter with a clinch but Spasov pushes him away.
A punch combination from Spasov misses. #CL2#
Sitsongrit closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Spasov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit lands a body punch. #BC2#
Sitsongrit breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Sitsongrit moves into the clinch.
Sitsongrit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spasov is trying to break the clinch but Sitsongrit is controlling him.#BC2#
Sitsongrit manages to break the clinch.
Spasov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sitsongrit swivels and escapes.
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
An inside leg kick lands from Sitsongrit.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Petchuangtong Sitsongrit.
I've got Sitsongrit 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Petchuangtong Sitsongrit!
Petchuangtong Sitsongrit managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, RESISTANCE, into his post fight interview.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 03, 2019

#R1#
Souza tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Spasov defends well and Souza ends up having to push Spasov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Spasov scores with a takedown into Souza's guard.#SU#
Spasov stands up and waves to Souza to follow him.
Spasov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Spasov closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CL#
Spasov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
Spasov stuffs the takedown attempt from Souza. Souza gets slowly back to his feet.
Spasov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Souza is trying hard to land a takedown here. Spasov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Spasov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Spas Spasov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gilberto Da Souza.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Spasov!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Spasov dives in and scores a takedown into Souza's guard.#SU#
Spasov decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Souza, up you get!
Souza shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Spasov as he jumps to the side. #CL#
Spasov closes the distance and pushes Souza back into the cage.#T1#
Souza throws a head punch that misses.
Spasov works on Souza's body with a couple of short punches.#BC#
Spasov manages to break the clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Spasov. No joy for Souza on that attempt.
Spasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Souza with the counter takedown but Spasov avoids it easily.#TD#
Spasov shoots in and bounces Souza off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SU#
Spasov stands up from Souza's guard - Spasov perhaps looking for a knockout.
Spasov looks to land a combination. Souza sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CL#
Spasov rushes Souza and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch. #CL#
Souza gets tackled into the cage by Spasov. Spasov maintains the clinch. #TD#
Spasov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Souza uses from the top position. #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!
Spasov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Spasov is pulling down on Souza's head. It's preventing any offense from Souza, at least for the moment.#ES#
Spasov pushes Souza off and gets back to his feet. #CL2#
Spasov tries to keep at a distance but Souza has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Spasov closes the distance and pushes Souza back into the cage.
Good body shot from Spasov.
Spasov is leaning against Souza and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Souza tries to pull guard but Spasov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Souza looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Souza throws a punch but it's blocked by Spasov. #T3##BC#
Spasov breaks from the clinch.
Souza takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Souza pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Souza tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Spasov swivels and escapes.
Souza looks winded!
Spasov lands a two punch combo. #ROC#
Souza is rocked!
Souza get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Souza stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Spasov runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Spas Spasov!
A relieved looking Spas Spasov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 17, 2019

#R1#
Erickson dives in for a single leg takedown but Spasov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It looked like Spasov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Erickson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Spasov pushes Erickson up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Spasov gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Erickson is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Spasov dives into side control. #REVB##SU#
Spasov decides to stand back up. Spasov steps back and let's Erickson get back to his feet.
Erickson shoots for a double leg takedown but Spasov sprawls well. He's pushed Erickson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Spasov shoots for a double leg takedown but Erickson sprawls well. He's pushed Spasov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Erickson is looking for the big counter here.
Erickson misses with a series of wild punches.
Erickson looks winded!
Erickson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T1#
Erickson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Erickson tries for a takedown but Spasov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Spas Spasov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ed Erickson.
Spasov scores with a jab to the body.
Erickson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Erickson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Erickson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Spasov.
Erickson unleashes a big counter combination but Spasov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Erickson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Erickson looks to clinch
and Spasov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Erickson is defended easily by Spasov.
Spasov is looking for a counter combo.#T2#
Erickson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Spasov.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Erickson gets the takedown into side control. #ES#
Spasov throws Erickson to one side and escapes!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spasov throws a combination. Erickson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Erickson looks to clinch
and Spasov counters with a nice uppercut.
Spasov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Erickson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3#
Spasov looks for a takedown but Erickson sprawls well.
Despite the aggression on Erickson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Spasov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Erickson working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Erickson goes for a double leg but Spasov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Spasov continues to drive forward.#TD#
Spasov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Erickson wants to get back to his feet but Spasov is dominant here and he's now got Erickson's back!#T4#
Spasov keeps control of the position easily here as Erickson tries to buck him off. #SUB#
Spasov is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Erickson defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Erickson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov struggling to keep hold of the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov 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##CL#
Spasov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Erickson tries to break free but Spasov pushes him back against the cage.
Erickson tries to stall but Spasov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #TD#
Spasov gets control of Erickson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Spasov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Spasov seems keen to control Erickson's posture.
Erickson throws an elbow that misses. Spasov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Erickson's guard. Nice move by Spasov!#REVR#
Erickson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Spasov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Spasov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Spasov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Erickson can do to turn this around?
Erickson is breathing heavily.
Spasov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Erickson eats them both and turns towards Spasov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#T1#
Erickson tries to clinch up.
Ed Erickson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spasov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.
Erickson fails with a takedown attempt.
A right-left combo lands from Spasov.
Erickson fails with the takedown.#T2#
Nice shot by Spasov.
Erickson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Spasov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Spas Spasov is winning the standup battle so far.
A head kick misses from Erickson. #CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Spasov pushes Erickson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Spasov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Erickson prevents it. #TD#
Spasov pulls guard.
Spasov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Erickson can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3#
Spasov controlling the action here.
Spasov is keen to just control but Erickson is a slippery customer.
Spasov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Spasov lands with a punch from half guard.
Spasov content to control rather than advance.
Spasov wants to take a breather but Erickson is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spasov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Spasov passes to full mount!
Erickson looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Erickson looks for a takedown but Spasov sprawls well.
It looked like Spasov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#TD#
Erickson tries to sprawl but Spasov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Erickson is looking to get back to is feet but Spasov passes into side control.
The referee asks Spasov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Spasov prefers to stall for the moment though.
Spasov moves into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Erickson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##SUB#
Spasov working for a submission but Erickson is keeping him at bay.
Spasov trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Spasov wants to finish this one by submission but Erickson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Spasov.
Spasov looking to control and managing it successfully. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Spasov wants to finish this one by submission but Erickson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Spasov.
Spasov lands with some strikes.#SUB#
Spasov wants to finish this one by submission but Erickson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Spasov. #T3#
Spasov content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Spasov is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Erickson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Erickson shrugs it off.
Spasov misses with a head shot.#SUB#
Spasov with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Spasov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Erickson is looking to escape. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Spasov controlling from the full mount.
Spasov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Erickson is looking to escape.
Spasov content just to control the position here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spas Spasov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Spasov 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:26
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:26
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spas Spasov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 08, 2019

#R1#
Shade is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Shade throws a jab but it's blocked by Spasov.
Spasov works over Shade's head and body with a nice combination.
Spasov swinging wildly here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Shade. Spasov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Spasov throws out a counter right but Shade avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Shade in a clinch. #BC2#
Spasov breaks from the clinch. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Spasov enables Shade to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Spasov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Spasov is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Shade presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shade is trying to drag Spasov to the mat but Spasov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Shade tries to pull guard but Spasov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD2#
Spasov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Shade can't fight it off and eventually Spasov manages to take the fight to the floor. Shade looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Shade not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1##SUB#
Shade looking for a guillotine here but Spasov defends easily. #SUB#
Shade has his foot on Spasov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Spasov works his way back into a safe position though.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Spasov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Shade is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Shade working for a triangle but Spasov defends it easily. #SUB#
Shade is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Spasov defends well.#T2##SUB#
Shade looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Shade is looking for a triangle here but Spasov uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Shade tries to bench press Spasov off him but Spasov keeps the position.
Spasov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shade keeps working.
Shade avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Spasov.
Shade is looking to regain half guard here but Spasov keeps moving and retains side control.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Spasov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T3#
Shade regains half guard.
Shade is looking for a sweep. Spasov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Shade trying to control here.
Spasov controlling the action here.
Spasov tries to stand and escape but Shade is controlling the position.
Shade tries to roll over but Spasov keeps him under control.
Shade works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Spasov tries to free his leg and advance position but Shade is retaining full guard.
Spasov wants to control from the top but Shade keeps moving.
Shade wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Shade throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Shade is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Shade has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Spasov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Spasov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Shade's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Spas Spasov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD#
Shade feints and as Spasov raises his hands in defense, Shade changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Spasov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Shade passes into half guard.
Spasov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Shade is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Spasov! #SUB#
Shade is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Spasov to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Spasov shrugs it off.
Spasov regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Shade is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Spasov is in trouble now - Shade has advanced to mount! #T1##SUB#
Shade wants to finish this one by submission but Spasov is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Shade. #SUB#
Shade swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Spasov is now in Shade's guard. A big mistake from Shade there, giving up the dominant position!
Shade trying to control the position.
Spasov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Spasov preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Shade looking for a guillotine here but Spasov defends easily. #SUB#
Shade looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Spasov passes into half guard. #T2#
Shade wants to improve his position but Spasov is controlling well.
Shade regains full guard. Nicely done.
Spasov trying to control but Shade is working from the bottom.
Spasov wanted to stand there but Shade had control of the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Shade is on top in guard. #REVR#
Shade trying to control the position from guard on top but Spasov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB#
Shade drops back looking for a leg! Spasov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Spasov manages to kick Shade off! Shade jumps back into Spasov's guard.
Spasov being controlled here, momentarily.
Spasov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Shade trying to control the position from guard on top but Spasov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Spasov is trying to keep Shade in close. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Shade drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Shade jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Shade pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Spasov is keeping the position for now.
Spasov is trying to control the position but Shade postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Shade keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Spasov forces Shade back against the cage and clinches.
Shade is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shade goes for a takedown in the clinch but Spasov prevents it. #BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2#
Spasov gets the takedown into side control.
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 Kal Shade will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Shade shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Spasov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Shade trying to control the action but Spasov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Shade wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Spasov, who protects the arm well.
You can see the frustration on Spasov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Shade is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Spasov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Shade looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
You can see the frustration on Spasov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1##SUB#
Shade is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Spasov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Shade goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Spasov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Shade but great work by Spasov.
Spasov cracks Shade with a big elbow. #SU2#
Spasov decides to stand up, so the ref orders Shade to his feet.
Spasov cracks Shade with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Shade just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Shade fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Spasov sprawls well initially but Shade persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Spasov kicks Shade off and gets back to his feet.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shade thows a left - swing and a miss!
A looping hook to the body misses from Shade. Spasov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD#
Shade scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Spasov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Shade has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Spasov is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Shade yanks on the arm and Spasov is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Shade.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kal Shade!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 11, 2018

#R1#
Spasov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jensen sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Spasov somewhat.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jensen sprawls well. Jensen wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Spasov gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jensen connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Spasov's hands.#T1#
Spasov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Spasov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jensen circles away quickly and effectively.
It looked like Jensen was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Spasov.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Jensen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jensen ducks under a wild hook from Spasov.
Jensen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Spasovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Smoke Jensen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jensen slaps away a takedown attempt from Spasov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Smoke Jensen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Jensen keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T2#
Jensen lands with an overhand left.#CL2#
Spasov closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Jensen breaks the clinch.
Spasov tries to clinch up but Jensen circles away and keeps his distance.
Spasov closes the distance and clinches up with Jensen , looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes Jensen against the cage but Jensen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jensen dips to his left and cracks Spasov with an uppercut!
Spasov tries to clinch up
and Jensen counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Spasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jensen swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Spasov counters with a two punch combo.
Spasov moves in looking to clinch but Jensen pushes him off.
Spasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jensen lands with a straight right. Spasov didn't see that one coming.#T4#
Spasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Spasov fails with the takedown
enabling Jensen to counter with a crisp jab.
A slow jab from Jensen misses its intended target.
Jensen misses with a two punch combination.
Spasov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jensen is fending him off so far but Spasov persists. Nope, Jensen circles away and we're back to standing.
Jensen is looking for a counter combo.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jensen defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Spasov.
An attempted straight right counter from Jensen misses the target.
Spasov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jensen circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Smoke Jensen dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Spasov tries to clinch there but Jensen circles away.
Jensen is looking to counter punch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Spasov.
It looked like Jensen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jensen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Spasov.
Jensen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Spasov moves forwards but Jensen connects with a nice, crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.
Smoke Jensen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.#T1#
Spasov fails to land the takedown.
Jensen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Spasov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jensen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jensen circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jensen misses with a two punch combination.
Spasov tries to clinch up
and Jensen counters with a left to the body. #T2#
Jensen misses with an uppercut.
Jensen tests Spasov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Spasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jensen scores with a decent looking hook.#CL2#
Spasov has Jensen up against the cage in a clinch.
Spasov has a couple of punches blocked by Jensen . #T3#
Spasov trying to land knees to the body.
Spasov tries to stall but Jensen uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Jensen tries to break the clinch but Spasov is controlling the position.
Jensen slows down the pace here.
Spasov looking to stall.
Jensen is trying to break free.
Spasov keeps control of Jensen as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jensen has had enough of the clinch but Spasov keeps him there for the moment.
Jensen avoiding damage as Spasov throws knees to the body.
Spasov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jensen backwards.
Spasov is working for takedown but Jensen is calmly controlling the position for now.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but Jensen has him pressed against the cage.
Jensen is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Jensen to keep the fight standing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Spasov prevents Jensen from breaking the clinch.#BC#
Jensen breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jensen scores with a jab to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Smoke Jensen dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
A swing and a miss from Jensen .
Spasov throws a counter combo.
Spasov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but Jensen shows good takedown defense.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jensen paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Spasov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jensen avoids it really well and circles away.
Smoke Jensen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jensen paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1#
Jensen keeps the fight on the outside.
As Spasov looks to move away, Jensen throws a big counter combo but Spasov just gets out of the way.
Jensen 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Spasov under the eye.
Nice uppercut lands for Jensen . That snapped Spasov's head back.
Spasov misses with a series of wild punches.
Jensen throwing a counter right hand but Spasov manages to avoid it.
Jensen swats away the attempt to clinch by Spasov.
Jensen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Spasov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Jensen was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T2#
Jensen jabs Spasov right on the nose. Spasov blinks but takes it well.
Jensen leaves Spasov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Spasov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jensen defends it nicely.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jensen paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Spasov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Spasov doesn't manage to clinch there - Jensen circles away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Spasov.
Jensen throwing a counter right hand but Spasov manages to avoid it.
Jensen throws a jab but it's blocked by Spasov.
Decent striking displayed by Jensen there.
Spasov shoots in but no luck this time.
Jensen is looking for a counter combo.
Spasov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jensen is fending him off so far but Spasov persists. Nope, Jensen circles away and we're back to standing.
Jensen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Spasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Spasov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Spasov shoots in for a double leg but Jensen sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Smoke Jensen is winning the standup battle so far.
Jensen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Spasov.
A little feinted left hand from Jensen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jensen bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jensen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Spasov on the side of the head.
Spasov tries to clinch up but Jensen circles away and keeps his distance.
As Spasov looks to move away, Jensen throws a big counter combo but Spasov just gets out of the way.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jensen punishes Spasov's body with a nice straight punch.
Spasov fails with the takedown
and Jensen counters with a nice uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Smoke Jensen showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jensen , 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:26
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:26
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Smoke Jensen !

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 16, 2018

#R1#
Spasov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Clinton James seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
James looks to land a combination but Spasov avoids it well.
A combination from James does no damage.
James defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Spasov.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Spasov.
Spasov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. James tries to avoid it but Spasov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag James to the ground. James escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A countering left hand to the body from James misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
James stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and James wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
James scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
James wants to control but Spasov is keeping him busy.
Spasov is looking to regain half guard here but James keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Spasov is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
James is looking to take a break and control but Spasov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Spasov regains half guard, as James was trying to land strikes.
James seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Spasov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Spasov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. James is working away from the top position though.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
James prevents Spasov from improving his position.
James wants to lay and pray for a moment but Spasov keeps working.
James is stalling here. Spasov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! James seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Spasov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Spasov working away.
James tries to buck Spasov off but Spasov is having none of it.
Spasov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
James looks to move to half guard but instead Spasov has passed into mount! Damn!#T3#
James wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
James is really stuck here. #SUB#
Spasov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. James is defending well though. Spasov let's go of the attempt for now.
James avoids the strikes from Spasov.
Spasov thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
James finds himself mounted whilst avoiding strikes.
James avoids a strike by Spasov and manages to complete a very nice reversal in the process, to end up in Spasov's guard! Fantastic escape! #T4#
Spasov keeping moving, preventing James from controlling successfully.
James distracts Spasov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
James is looking to work some ground and pound but Spasov has wrist control.
James trying to control the position from guard on top but Spasov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Spasov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
James trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Spasov has his foot on James's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. James works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Clinton James will probably get the nod.
That's time! Spasov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
James tries to close the distance and clinch up but Spasov swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD2#
James shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than James was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
James wants to control but Spasov is keeping him busy.
Spasov wants to control but James postures up.
James is looking to take a break and control but Spasov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Spasov struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James is looking to take a break and control but Spasov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Spasov regains half guard there - taking advantage of James's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #T1#
Spasov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Spasov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
James wants to control from the top but Spasov keeps moving. #ES#
Spasov is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. James presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD2#
James has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Spasov uses from the top position.
Spasov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
James tries to land a sweep but no joy.
James pulls Spasov in close to prevent any damage.
Spasov content to stall in guard here.
Spasov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of James's head.
Spasov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Spasov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
James trying to keep a closed guard but Spasov is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Spasov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Spasov closes this distance looking for a takedown but James circles away.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
James falls off balance throwing a combination
and Spasov counters with a two punch combo. #TD2#
Spasov tries to sprawl but James drives through with a takedown into half guard.
James winds up and cracks Spasov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
James is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Spasov is trying to stand up here but James is controlling him well.
Spasov trying to control from the bottom. #T4#
Spasov tries to get to full guard but James has control of the leg.
James wants to take a breather but Spasov is having none of it.
James winds up and cracks Spasov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
James really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Spasov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
James seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Spasov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
James trying to control from Spasov's half guard. Spasov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
James loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
James looking to sit in guard and control but Spasov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spasov pushing down on James's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
James slaps away a takedown attempt from Spasov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
James throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD2#
James drives through with a takedown into guard.
Spasov keeping moving, preventing James from controlling successfully.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but James is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
James postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov keeping moving, preventing James from controlling successfully.
Spasov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
James scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1#
James stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Spasov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
James must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
James working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Spasov's head.
Spasov has his hands on James's head, controlling the position.
Spas Spasov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
James looking to sit in guard and control but Spasov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
James wants to sweep here but Spasov controlling him for the moment.
Spasov trying to control the position from guard on top but James is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Spasov throws an elbow that misses. James uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Spasov's guard. Nice move by James!#REVB#
Spasov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
James pushing down on Spasov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
James is trying to control. Spasov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Spasov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but James scores with a couple of nice shots.
James seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Spasov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3#
Spasov is trying to maintain the position but James is very close to passing his half guard.
James is looking to take a break and control but Spasov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
James passes to side control.
Spasov is not content to let James control the position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
James laying and praying for a moment but Spasov takes advantage and regains half guard.
James wants to lay and pray for a moment but Spasov keeps working.
James is nestled in close to Spasov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Spasov trying to control but James postures up.
James is looking to take a break and control but Spasov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 10, 2018

#R1#
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Brown as he jumps to the side.
Spasov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Brown tries to avoid it but Spasov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Brown to the ground. Brown escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Spasov dives in and grabs Brown's left leg, looking for a takedown. Brown pushes down on Spasov's head and hops out.
Brown drops down looking for a counter takedown but Spasov sprawls and moves away.
Vojtech Brown has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Brown takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Spasov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Brown sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Spasov somewhat.
Brown half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Spasov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
No luck for Spasov with that takedown attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Brown. No joy for Spasov on that attempt. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Spasov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Brown sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Spasov somewhat.
Spasov closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Brown decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Spasov's guard.
Spasov is looking to stand back up but Brown counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Spasov.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T3##REVB#
Brown thows a huge punch but Spasov dodges it nicely.
Spasov throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Brown lands a nice short elbow.#SUB#
Brown is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Spasov is just riding it out for now. Brown eventually gives up the hold.
Brown not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Brown takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brown passes the guard and advances to mount!
Spasov can't escape the position. #T4#
Brown lands a heavy elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brown controlling from mount.
Brown dominating with strikes here.
Brown 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.
Brown with good strikes from the mount here!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brown lands a big elbow.
Brown lands a couple of good shots and Spasov has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Brown has the hooks in. Spasov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Spasov defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Brown loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Spasov hold on?
Brown lands a shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vojtech Brown dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
A left lands for Spasov.
Spasov scores with a nice head shot.
Spasov with a poor takedown #TD#
and Brown counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Brown scoring with strikes to the body and head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown throwing shots but Spasov is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Brown is looking for a kimura here.
Spasov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Brown. #T1#
Brown thows a huge punch but Spasov dodges it nicely.
Spasov has hold of Brown's hands but Brown slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Brown is looking to take a break and control but Spasov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Spasov is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Brown is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Brown passes to full mount!
Brown lands a big elbow. #T2#
Brown landing strikes from the mount and Spasov is in trouble!
Brown lands a nice shot to the head. #SUB#
Brown moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Spasov has worked his arm free - good work by Spasov!
Brown wants to control but Spasov is keeping him busy.
Brown is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spasov can do to turn this around?
Spasov struggling a bit here.
Spasov is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#SUB#
Brown is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Spasov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3##SUB#
Brown working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Spasov is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Brown goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Spasov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Brown but great work by Spasov.
Brown prevents Spasov from improving position.
Brown struggling a bit here.#T4#
Brown stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Brown is not content to let Spasov control the position.
Spasov tries to advance to mount but Brown denies him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Brown's face as Spasov controls the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vojtech Brown dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Spasov doesn't manage to clinch there - Brown circles away. #TD2#
Spasov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Spasov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Brown to regain full guard.
Spasov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Brown works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Brown working for a triangle but Spasov defends it easily.
Spasov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
Spasov postures up.
Spasov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Brown has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Spasov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Brown has his hands on Spasov's head, controlling the position.
Brown trying to keep a closed guard but Spasov is proving a slippery customer. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Spasov postures up in Brown's guard and throws a big left but Brown blocks it. #SUB#
Brown is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Spasov is aware though and is defending well.
Spasov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Spasov preventing the sweep.
Brown keeping moving, preventing Spasov from controlling successfully.
Spasov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Spasov misses with a double jab #TD#
and Brown counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T3#
Brown lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Brown postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Spasov is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Brown, into his guard. #REVB#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Spasov stays in close to Brown's body and controls the position.
Spasov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brown is keeping the position for now.
Brown working a defensive guard here. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SU2#
Spasov stands up and waves to Brown to follow him.
Spasov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Brown is landing a low percentage of strikes.#TD2#
Spasov feints and as Brown raises his hands in defense, Spasov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Spasov won't allow Brown to sweep him here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Spasov tries to free his leg and advance position but Brown is retaining full guard.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vojtech Brown is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Spasov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spas Spasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Brown 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vojtech Brown!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 13, 2018

#R1##TD#
Fighter closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Spasov to the mat! Spasov manages to get full guard.
Spasov looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Fighter landing some decent shots from guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Fighter's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Fighter scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Fighter working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Our spies down at at Cozad MMA Las Vegas inform us that Spasov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Fighter with a nice head shot there.
Fighter is pushing down on Spasov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Spasov is fighting to maintain full guard but Fighter has managed to sneak the leg through.
Fighter is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Spasov taking some punishment here, with Fighter in his half guard.
Fighter looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fighter takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Fighter keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Fighter lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ground and pound from Fighter. #T1#
Fighter takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nice strikes from Fighter there.
Spasov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fighter. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Fighter looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Fighter controlling the action here.
Fighter 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.#SUB#
Fighter is working for a submission of some sort.
Fighter frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2#
Fighter fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Fighter with good strikes from the mount here!
BOOM! Fighter connects with a massive shot to the dome!
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#
Fighter is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Spasov is surviving well by controlling Fighter's body position as best he can.
Fighter dominating with strikes here.
Fighter with shots to the head and body - Spasov looks very uncomfortable down there. #ROC#
Spasov is rocked!#SUB#
Fighter is working for a guillotine from mount but Spasov frees his head quite easily.
Spasov is still in real trouble! Can Fighter finish him?
Fighter lands a big elbow.
Oooooh, big shot lands for Fighter! Spasov is hurt baaadly! Fighter is firing away with more strikes - Spasov is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tiramisu Fighter!
Tiramisu Fighter decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 19, 2018

#R1#
Spasov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Motley 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.
Motley scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Spasov pulls Motley in to control the position.
Motley controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Spasov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Motley stands up over Spasov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Motley has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Spasov working a defensive guard here.
Motley is stalling in the full guard.
Spasov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Motley would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Motley seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Left hook, right uppercut from Spasov. #TD2#
Motley bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Spasov tries to bench press Motley off him but Motley keeps the position.
Motley takes a little break here. Spasov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Spasov is trying to control Motley's posture but Motley avoids it. #T3#
Motley tries to advance to mount but can't.
Spasov is trying to get back to his feet.
Motley is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Motley moves into full mount!
Spasov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SU2#
Motley is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Motley darts in trying to clinch
and Spasov counters with a left and a right that stings Motley.
Spasov fails to land with a series of punches.
Spasov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Motley rushes Spasov and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Motley ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Motley no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Motley lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Davion Motley will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Motley rushes Spasov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Motley wants a takedown but no success here. #TD2#
Spasov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Motley is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Spasov to the mat. Spasov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Davion Motley has got the better of the ground game so far.
Motley stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Spasov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Motley slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov has momentary wrist control but Motley slips an elbow through the middle.#T1#
Motley controls from within his opponent's guard.
Motley content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Motley not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Spasov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Spasov has momentary wrist control but Motley slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Spasov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Motley seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Motley is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Motley swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Spasov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD2#
Motley looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Spasov!
Spasov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Motley on the ground.
Spasov gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T3#
Motley looking to control and managing it successfully.
Motley cracks Spasov with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Motley takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Motley dominating with strikes here.
Spasov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Motley dominating with strikes here.#T4#
Motley content just to control the position here.
Motley has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Spasov is in a horrible position here. Motley smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Motley controlling his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Motley lands a couple of good shots and Spasov has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Motley scores with punches to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Davion Motley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! 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##TD2#
Motley fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Spasov sprawls well initially but Motley persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SU2#
Motley stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #TD2#
Motley fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Spasov to the ground. Motley is now in Spasov's guard.
Spasov is looking to stand back up but Motley counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Spasov. #REVR#
Motley controlling the pace.
The fighters are battling for position here. Spasov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SU2#
Motley decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Spasov, up you get!
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt - Motley sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
A lazy left from Spasov finds it's target.#TD2#
Motley shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Motley controlling from the top position.
Spasov seems keen to control Motley's posture.
Motley sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Spasov wants to sweep here but Motley controlling him for the moment.
Motley showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Motley slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Motley taking a breather here. #T3#
Spasov on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Motley is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Spasov has escaped the position, nice work there. #SU2#
Motley decides to stand back up. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Spasov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Motley tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Spasov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov checks the leg kick.
Spasov darts in looking for a takedown but Motley gets double underhooks and turns Spasov into the cage.
Motley with the counter takedown but Spasov avoids it easily.#TD2#
Motley looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Spasov!#SU2#
Motley decides to take the fight back to the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.

And that's the end of the fight!
Davion Motley comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Motley 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Davion Motley!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 12, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Spasov slows down the pace here. #TD2#
Spasov has hold of one of Cubbedge 's legs. Cubbedge is fighting the takedown attempt but Spasov gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Cubbedge has a closed guard, preventing Spasov from standing up. #SU2#
Spasov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Cubbedge doesn't manage to clinch there - Spasov circles away.
It seemed like Spasov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Cubbedge doesn't manage to clinch there - Spasov circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Spasov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cubbedge sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Cubbedge throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Spasov tries to keep at a distance but Cubbedge has taken the fight into the clinch.#T1#
Spasov is trying to push Cubbedge away but Cubbedge has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD#
Cubbedge wants the takedown. Spasov is fighting it off but Cubbedge persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Spasov's guard against the cage.
Cubbedge trying to control but Spasov is working from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Cubbedge accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spasov looking for a sweep. Not yet Spasov, not yet.
Spasov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Spasov working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Cubbedge is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Spasov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Spasov has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Spasov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Cubbedge . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Cubbedge trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Spasov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Cubbedge is trying to control the position but Spasov postures up. #SUB#
Cubbedge has his foot on Spasov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Spasov works his way back into a safe position though.
Cubbedge trying to control the position here.
Cubbedge is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3#
Spasov wants to stand but Cubbedge is controlling his posture from full guard.
Cubbedge is trying to hold Spasov in close to prevent damage but Spasov has managed to pass into half guard.
Cubbedge is trying to maintain the position but Spasov is very close to passing his half guard.
Cubbedge keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Cubbedge slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Cubbedge manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Spasov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Cubbedge preventing the sweep.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Spasov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Spasov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Cubbedge defends well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Spasov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Cubbedge passes into half guard.
Cubbedge wants to free his trapped foot but Spasov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
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 Bart Cubbedge 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#
Cubbedge keeps the fight on the outside.
Cubbedge keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Cubbedge drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Cubbedge scores with punches from side control.
Cubbedge working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Cubbedge cracks Spasov with a big right hand but Spasov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Cubbedge advances to full mount. #SUB#
Cubbedge goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Spasov is on top in guard.
Spasov stopping the sweep attempt from Cubbedge .#T1#
Spasov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Cubbedge controls Spasov momentarily but Spasov frees himself.
Cubbedge wants to get back to his feet but Spasov is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cubbedge looking for a sweep. Not yet Cubbedge , not yet.
Spasov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Spasov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cubbedge is trying to control the position but Spasov postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A head kick by Cubbedge misses
and Spasov counters with a left and a right that stings Cubbedge . #T3##TD#
Cubbedge fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Spasov sprawls well initially but Cubbedge persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Cubbedge wants to free his trapped foot but Spasov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Spasov misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Spasov is looking to improve his position.
Cubbedge controlling the pace.
Spasov is staying active underneath Cubbedge , who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Cubbedge is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Cubbedge takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
Spasov trying to control here.
Cubbedge looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Cubbedge is working for a submission of some sort.
Spasov wants to improve his position but Cubbedge is controlling well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spasov keeping hold of Cubbedge 's head, controlling as best he can.
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 Bart Cubbedge will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice takedown defense from Cubbedge . No joy for Spasov on that attempt.
Spasov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cubbedge tries to avoid it but Spasov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cubbedge to the ground. Cubbedge escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Cubbedge shoots in and drives through. Spasov sprawls well.
A head kick misses from Cubbedge .
Spasov shoots in but no luck this time.
Bart Cubbedge has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Cubbedge scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#TD#
Cubbedge fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Spasov sprawls well initially but Cubbedge persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Cubbedge trying to control from half guard but Spasov is working away. #SUB#
Cubbedge is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Spasov sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge prevents Spasov from improving his position.#SUB#
Cubbedge is working for a kimura but Spasov is defending it quite comfortably. #T1##SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Cubbedge missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Cubbedge is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Spasov is just riding it out for now. Cubbedge eventually gives up the hold.
Cubbedge works his way into side control. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Cubbedge wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Spasov, who protects the arm well.
Spasov can't do much from the bottom here.
Spasov trying to control but Cubbedge flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Cubbedge is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spasov can do to turn this around?
Spasov is covering up but some of the strikes from Cubbedge are getting through and doing damage. #SUB#
Cubbedge is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Spasov has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Cubbedge has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Spasov taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Cubbedge doesn't care though - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bart Cubbedge !

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 26, 2018

#R1#
Spasov slips a straight right by Champion.
As Champion looks to move away, Spasov throws a big counter combo but Champion just gets out of the way.
Champion feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Spasovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've been hearing reports that Spasov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Spasov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A little jabbing left from Champion on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Champion throws a series of punches but Spasov moves out of range.
Good leg kick by Champion there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Champion takes a swing at Spasov's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Champion misses with an uppercut. Spasov saw that one coming.
Champion misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Spasov darts in and clinches Champion up against the cage.
Spasov has Champion pressed against the cage, preventing Champion from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch. #T1#
Spasov 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.
Champion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Spasov's head.
Doc Champion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Horrible takedown attempt by Spasov or perhaps it was just good defense by Champion, which made it look bad.
Champion throws a hook but Spasov avoids it easily.#CL#
Spasov moves into the clinch.
Champion tries to break free but Spasov pushes him back against the cage.
Champion is trying to break the clinch but Spasov is controlling him.#BC#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spasov staying out of range there.
Doc Champion is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spasov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Champion.
Spasov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Spasov tries to clinch but Champion is having none of it.
Champion swings widly with a right hand
and Spasov counters with a left and a right that stings Champion. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Champion finds it's way round the side to connect with Spasov's head.
Spasov tries to bum rush Champion with a series of wild strikes but Champion uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL#
Spasov darts in and clinches Champion up against the cage.
Spasov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Champion is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spasov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC2#
Champion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Champion connects with a good right hand that stumbles Spasov. Spasov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Spasov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Champion stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Champion sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Spasov is breathing heavily.
Spasov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Champion finds it's way round the side to connect with Spasov's head.
Spasov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T3#
Champion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Champion looks to land a left hand but Spasov moved out of range nicely.
Champion throws a jab but it's blocked by Spasov.
Spasov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Champion.
Champion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Spasov's sensitive parts.
A shot to the liver by Champion. Beautiful body shot.
Spasov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Spasov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Champion throws a series of punches but Spasov avoids them all with ease.
Champion thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Spasov if he has to take too many more of those. #T4#
Spasov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Champion.
Spasov is looking for a counter combo.
Spasov looks for a takedown but Champion sprawls well.
A big right from Champion misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Champion. That's going to slow Spasov down.
Spasov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Champion throws out the jab.
Champion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Spasov throws a big counter combination but Champion scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov takes one to the chin there.
Champion lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Champion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Spasov's sensitive parts.
Champion scores with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doc Champion dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Champion throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.
A slow jab from Champion misses its intended target.
Champion scores with a nice strike.
Champion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Champion throws a shot to the body.
Spasov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Champion throws a nice looking combination but Spasov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Champion is looking to slow Spasov down with leg kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Champion dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Spasov. That did some damage!
Spasov closes the distance and clinches up with Champion, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes Champion against the cage but Champion circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Champion misses the jab.#T1#
Spasov tries to clinch up but Champion circles away and keeps his distance.
Champion throws a shot from downtown. Spasov moves away and avoids it.
Spas Spasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov ducks under a wild hook from Champion.
Champion misses with a looping left.
Champion scores with a kick to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Champion thumps Spasov with a low kick.
Champion lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Champion throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Spasov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Spasov is looking for a counter combo.
Champion scores with a jab to the head.
Champion throws a hook but Spasov avoids it easily.
Champion scores with a nice body kick.
Spasov moves out of range as Champion strikes.#T2#
Spasov throws a lazy right hand but Champion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Champion throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Spasov.
Crunch! Champion slams his shin into Spasov's torso.
Champion's jab looks to have found its range, popping Spasov under the eye.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Spasov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Champion throws out the jab.
Champion misses with a looping right.
Spasov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Champion throws a jab when Spasov was well out of range.
Champion misses with a kick to the body. #T3#
Champion connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Spasov's hands.
Spasov ducks under a wild hook from Champion.
Spasov throws a big counter combination but Champion scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Champion throws a poor cross that misses
and Spasov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A solid leg kick lands there for Champion.
Champion connects with a right hand. Spasov shakes it off.
Champion lands a nice leg kick that just misses Spasov's sensitive parts.
Spasov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spasov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Champion connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Spasov scrambles back to his feet.
Champion throws a nice inside leg kick. #T4#
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but Champion shows good takedown defense.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt - Champion sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Spasov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circle momentarily. Champion darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Champion.
Champion keeps the fight on the outside.
Champion looks to land a right hand but Spasov moved out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doc Champion 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. 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#
Spasov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Champion. That one must have hurt.
Spasov takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CL#
Spasov moves into range and clinches up with Champion.
Spasov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Champion avoids it.
Champion misses with a hook from the clinch.
Spasov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Champion gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Spasov gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Champion regains guard.
Champion trying to control the position.
Champion is wriggling around but Spasov manages to pass to half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Champion wants to control but Spasov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Spasov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Champion is looking for a sweep. Spasov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Champion trying to hold on to Spasov's head to control him but Spasov postures up.
Champion really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Spasov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SU#
Spasov stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Spasov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Champion.
Spasov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Champion tries to bum rush Spasov with a series of wild strikes but Spasov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Champion misses with a left hand
and Spasov counters with a one-two to the body.
Champion throws a jab when Spasov was well out of range.
Spasov doesn't manage to clinch there - Champion circles away. #T2#
Spasov ducks under a wild hook from Champion.
Spasov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Champion back to the cage. Spasov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Champion stuns Spasov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
That kick from Champion tenderised Spasov's leg. Spasov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Champion misses with a double jab
and Spasov counters with a one-two to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Champion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Spasov.
A nice inside leg kick there by Champion. That's going to slow Spasov down.
Spasov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Champion throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Spasov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Spasov shoots in for a double leg but Champion sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T3#
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown but Champion manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spasov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
It seemed like Champion was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spas Spasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Champion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Champion fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Spasov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Champion.
Spasov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Champion looks to throw the jab but Spasov is out of range.
Champion lands with a nice body kick.
Spasov dives in for a single leg takedown but Champion sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A slow jab from Champion misses its intended target.
A shot to the liver by Champion. Beautiful body shot.
Champion connects with a single shot there.
Champion waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Spasov.#T4#
Champion misses with a straight right.
The crowd cheers as Champion lands an impressive looking overhand right. Spasov doesn't seem phased though.
Spasov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Champion.
Champion throws a lazy uppercut
and Spasov connects with a straight left hand counter down 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!
Champion is looking to land body kicks.
It looked like Spasov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Spasov shoots for a takedown but Champion saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Champion fakes the leg kick and cracks Spasov in the body.
Champion tests Spasov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Champion pushes Spasov away with a front kick.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Champion lands a nice looking body kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Doc Champion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Champion 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 George Francis scores the fight 26:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 26:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 26:30

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 15, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Spasov forces Mankowski back against the cage and clinches.
Mankowski definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Spasov is trying to break the clinch but Mankowski is controlling him.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Spasov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short right from Spasov. #CUT2#
It looks like Borys Mankowski has been cut.
Mankowski wants to break free but Spasov has control.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Mankowski won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mankowski missing with knees to the body.
Spasov is trying to force a seperation but Mankowski has the dominant position.#T1#
Spasov slowing the pace effectively.#BC#
Mankowski manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Mankowski has taken the fight to the clinch.
Spasov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Mankowski walks away with a smile on his face. Spasov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Borys Mankowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Mankowski shoots and misses
enabling Spasov to counter with a crisp jab.
Mankowski slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Borys Mankowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Mankowski in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Mankowski's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Mankowski gets underhooks to prevent Spasov's takedown attempt. #TD2#
Spasov decides to pull guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Spasov holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
Mankowski won't allow Spasov to sweep him here.
Mankowski trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Mankowski wants to pass the guard but Spasov is keeping the position.
Spasov trying to control the position here.
Mankowski wants to control from the top but Spasov keeps moving.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T3#
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Mankowski is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Mankowski tries to score a power double leg takedown but Spasov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mankowski somewhat.
No luck for Mankowski with that takedown attempt.
Mankowski misses with a combination
and Spasov counters with a two punch combo.
Nice takedown defense from Mankowski. No joy for Spasov on that attempt.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mankowski as he jumps to the side. #T4#
Spasov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mankowski but Mankowski pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Spasov feints a jab promting Mankowski to slip. Spasov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Mankowski slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Mankowski stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mankowski wants it to stay on the feet.
Spasov looks winded!#CL#
Mankowski takes the fight into the clinch.
Mankowski changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Spasov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mankowski tries a head kick but it misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Borys Mankowski's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Spasov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Mankowski is fending him off so far but Spasov persists. Nope, Mankowski circles away and we're back to standing.
Mankowski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Spasov.
It looked like Mankowski was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Spasov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Mankowski eats them both and turns towards Spasov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Nice sprawl there from Spasov as Mankowski shoots in.
Mankowski is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Mankowski as Spasov shoots in.
Borys Mankowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov fails with the takedown.
Spasov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Mankowski or perhaps it was just good defense by Spasov, which made it look bad.
Mankowski ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Spasov darts in looking for a takedown but Mankowski gets double underhooks and turns Spasov into the cage.
Borys Mankowski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Mankowski scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES2#
Spasov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mankowski.
Spasov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Spasov has Mankowski up against the cage in a clinch.
Mankowski takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Spasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Spasov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mankowski.
Spasov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Spasov wants it to stay on the feet.
Spasov has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
Spasov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T3##BC2#
Spasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Mankowski has closed the distance and engaged Spasov in a clinch.
Mankowski being controlled against the cage.
Spasov jumps guard but Mankowski stands there with Spasov around his waist. Spasov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Mankowski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Spasov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Mankowski avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T4#
Mankowski tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC#
Mankowski breaks the clinch.
Spasov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Mankowski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Spasov throws a series of punches but Mankowski avoids them all with ease.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Spasov.
Spasov closes the distance and clinches up with Mankowski, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes Mankowski against the cage but Mankowski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Mankowski is looking to clinch.
Spasov keeps the fight on the outside.
Mankowski slaps away a takedown attempt from Spasov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Borys Mankowski's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Spasov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Spasov feints a jab promting Mankowski to slip. Spasov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Mankowski slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
A head kick by Mankowski misses
and Spasov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mankowski tries to clinch but Spasov moves out of range.
Mankowski leaves Spasov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Spasov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mankowski circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mankowski throws a combination that misses
and Spasov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice body kick there by Mankowski.#CL2#
Spasov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Spasov takes a knee to the side of the body. #BC#
Mankowski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mankowski fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mankowski darts in trying to clinch
and Spasov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Spasov throws a one two combo. #TD#
Mankowski shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Spasov is trying to defend but Mankowski finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES2#
Spasov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Mankowski keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spasov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mankowski smiles and moves away.
Borys Mankowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Mankowski fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mankowski shoots in but Spasov avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Mankowski prevents a takedown attempt there.
Spasov is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T3#
Spasov avoiding damage as Mankowski throws knees to the body.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Mankowski manages to get underhooks.
Mankowski tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Spasov smiles and moves away.
Spasov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mankowski's waist but Mankowski gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Spasov off to one side.
Spasov has a takedown stuffed.
Mankowski doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Spasov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Mankowski doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Spasov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Spasov fails with the takedown.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown. Mankowski tries to sprawl out of it but Spasov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mankowski manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Borys Mankowski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mankowski shoots in looking for a takedown. Spasov tries to sprawl out of it but Mankowski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Spasov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Spasov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mankowski throws a leg kick that is checked
and Spasov counters with a straight right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spas Spasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Spasov 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spas Spasov!

Event: Arlen Bales' Annihilator Ep.7
Date: Apr 04, 2018

#R1#
Spasov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Brown circles away.#TD2#
Brown scores with a takedown into Spasov's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spasov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Brown trying to control but Spasov is working from the bottom.
Brown tries to free his leg and advance position but Spasov is retaining full guard.
Brown slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Brown tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Spasov is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Brown wants to control but Spasov is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Brown has an Americana. Spasov didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Brown is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Brown hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Joshua Brown!
In his post fight interview, Joshua Brown started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: AnC 4: Majauska vs. Stalker
Date: Mar 10, 2018

#R1#
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Larva looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Spasov dives in for a single leg takedown but Larva sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Spasov feints a jab promting Larva to slip. Spasov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Larva slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Spasov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Larva tries to avoid it but Spasov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Larva to the ground. Larva escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jacob Larva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Larva has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Larva defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Spasov.
Larva misses with a double jab
and Spasov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice uppercut there from Spasov.#ROC2#
Larva is rocked!
Larva throws a series of punches but Spasov avoids them all with ease.
Oh Larva is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Spasov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Larva defends it nicely.
Larva appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spasov drops Larva with a naaaaasty hook - Larva is in real trouble here! Spasov dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spas Spasov!
Jacob Larva spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll be back. '.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 18, 2018

#R1#
Davies lands a high kick! #CL2#
Spasov clinches up against the cage.
Spasov managing to block the knees to the body from Davies.
A bit of stalling here from Spasov.
Spasov wants to break free but Davies has control. #BC#
Davies pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spasov leaves Davies with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Davies dives in and grabs Spasov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes down on Davies's head and hops out.
Davies doesn't manage to clinch there - Spasov circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Spasov gets a clinch. #TD2#
Spasov gets control of Davies's arms and successfully pulls guard. Spasov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Spasov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Wolf's Den Cardio and Sparring ($50 a week!!). Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Davies wants to stand but Spasov is controlling his posture from full guard. #T1#
Davies throws a strike but Spasov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Spasov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Davies working a defensive guard here.
Spasov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Davies is keeping the position for now.
Spasov postures up in Davies's guard and throws a big left but Davies blocks it. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Spasov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spasov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Spasov trying to control the position from guard on top but Davies is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Davies leaves Spasov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.
Spasov closes the distance and clinches up with Davies, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes Davies against the cage but Davies circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Davies throws a quick counter kick to the body but Spasov avoids it.
Michael Davies has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Davies throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Spasov's waist but Spasov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Davies off to one side.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.
Davies gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Spasov counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Spasov dives in for a single leg takedown but Davies sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Davies shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Spasov defends it nicely.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Davies is looking to take this one to the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov 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#
Spasov cracks Davies with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Davies tries for a takedown but Spasov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Davies fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Spasov fails with a takedown attempt.
Spasov misses with a few strikes there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Spasov clinches up against the cage.
Davies fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Davies goes for a takedown attempt but Spasov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Davies. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spasov darts in looking for a takedown but Davies gets double underhooks and turns Spasov into the cage. #T1#
Davies shoots in but no luck this time.
Spasov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Some wild striking there from Spasov.
Davies goes for a double leg but Spasov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Spasov continues to drive forward.
Spasov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Spasov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Spasov sizes up Davies with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Davies shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Spasov pinned against the cage. Spasov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2#
A combination from Davies does no damage.
A countering left hand to the body from Spasov misses.
Davies tries to clinch there but Spasov circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Spasov.
Horrible takedown attempt by Spasov or perhaps it was just good defense by Davies, which made it look bad.
Davies misses with a takedown
and Spasov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T3##CL2#
Spasov has closed the distance and engaged Davies in a clinch. #BC#
Davies escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice body punch from Spasov.
Spasov tries for a takedown but Davies circles away easily#CL#
and Davies counters by clinching up.
Spasov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Davies just stands there and leans against the cage.
Nice elbow from Davies.
Davies tries to land a knee to the head but Spasov blocks with his arms.
Davies jumps guard but Spasov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Spasov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Davies just stands there and leans against the cage.#T4##BC#
Davies breaks from the clinch.
Spasov connects with a single shot there.
Spasov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Spasov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Davies's waist but Davies gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Spasov off to one side.
Davies went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Davies has a takedown stuffed.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spasov slaps away a takedown attempt from Davies, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Spas Spasov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Spasov fails with the takedown.
Davies is looking to counter punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Spasov or perhaps it was just good defense by Davies, which made it look bad.
Davies avoids a punch combination nicely.
Michael Davies is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spasov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Davies pinned against the cage. Davies gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Davies.
Michael Davies seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Davies shoots in for a takedown but Spasov shows good takedown defense. #T1#
Davies fails in his attempt to clinch.
Davies misses with a jab to the body
and Spasov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Spasov closes the distance and clinches up with Davies, looking for a takedown. Spasov pushes Davies against the cage but Davies circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Michael Davies has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nice sprawl there from Davies as Spasov shoots in.
Spasov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Davies manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Davies is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Spasov.
Davies tries to clinch up.
Davies fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Spasov unleashes a big counter combination but Davies bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T2#
Spasov is looking to clinch but Davies is avoiding it.
Davies seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Spasov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Davies.
Davies tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Spasov swivels and escapes.
Horrible takedown attempt by Davies or perhaps it was just good defense by Spasov, which made it look bad.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Spasov! But no joy.
Nice shot lands for Spasov.
Davies misses with a takedown attempt
and Spasov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Davies as he jumps to the side. #T3#
Davies tries to close the distance and clinch but Spasov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Spasov unleashes a big counter combination but Davies bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Davies but Davies pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Davies closes the distance and clinches up with Spasov, looking for a takedown. Davies pushes Spasov against the cage but Spasov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Spasov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Davies fails with the takedown
and Spasov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Spasov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Spasov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4##TD#
Davies pulls guard.
Davies keeping moving, preventing Spasov from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Spasov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Davies is keeping the position for now.
Davies looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU2#
Spasov gets to his feet - Davies follows without any prompting. #CL2#
Spasov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Davies, pushing him back against the cage.
Michael Davies has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spas Spasov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Davies fails to land with a short punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spas Spasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Spasov 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spas Spasov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 11, 2018

#R1#
Spasov misses with a two punch combination.
Rhodes really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...#TD2#
Spasov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Rhodes pushes Spasov off but Spasov dives into side control.
Rhodes might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
A lull in the action here.
Spasov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rhodes keeps working. #SU2#
Spasov has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T1#
Rhodes gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Spasov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#TD2#
Spasov feints and as Rhodes raises his hands in defense, Spasov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Spasov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rhodes works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Spasov throwing strikes but missing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rhodes is on top in guard. #REVR#
Spasov controlling Rhodes's posture. #T2#
Spasov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Spasov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rhodes is keeping the position for now.
Spasov stands and throws Rhodes's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Spasov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Rhodes is avoiding damage well.
Rhodes is letting Spasov control him for a moment. #T3#
Rhodes wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB2#
Spasov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rhodes is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SU2#
Spasov decides to stand back up. Spasov steps back and let's Rhodes get back to his feet.
Spasov scores with a three punch combo! #TD2#
Spasov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Rhodes tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Spasov trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Rhodes doesn't escape.
Spasov tries to get the hooks in deep but Rhodes pushed the leg off.
Spasov biding his time, controlling Rhodes.
Rhodes really is a fat lump.
Rhodes is trying to get back to his feet but Spasov has full control of the position and if anything, Rhodes has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Rhodes is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Spas Spasov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Spasov looks to land a combination. Rhodes sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#TD2#
Spasov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Spasov slows the pace down in half guard. #SU2#
Spasov escapes and gets back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rhodes looks for a takedown but Spasov sprawls well.#T1#
Rhodes slips a jab and a cross from Spasov.
Rhodes fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Spasov avoids it really well and circles away.
Spasov wants to clinch.
Hipolito Rhodes is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#KD2#
Spasov lands a left and a right that send Rhodes crashing to the mat, dazed. Spasov thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Rhodes is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Hipolito Rhodes has been cut.
Spasov lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Rhodes - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Spasov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Spas Spasov!

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