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Event: Hawaii Grappling 5     
Date:   Dec 18, 2023





170 cm
32 yrs
144 lbs



176 cm
41 yrs
147 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 25 losses; Angelo Saldini! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Jock Strap!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Ryoma Takatsuka and Colin Fray.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Strap tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Saldini manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Saldini appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Strap tries to close the distance and clinch but Saldini swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Strap is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Strap has taken the fight to the clinch.
Strap is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Saldini gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Saldini avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Saldini wants the takedown. Strap is fighting it off but Saldini persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Strap's guard against the cage.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Saldini (2) vs (0) Strap#T1#
Strap working a defensive guard here.
Saldini controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Strap trying to keep a closed guard but Saldini is proving a slippery customer.
Saldini wants to pass the guard but Strap is keeping the position.
Saldini 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.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Strap holds on and takes a little breather.
Strap is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Strap is controlling Saldini's posture.
Strap is continuing to stall.
Saldini looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Saldini being controlled here momentarily. #T4#
Saldini controlling from the top position.
Strap is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Saldini slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T5#
Strap is trying to keep Saldini in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Strap managing to control the position.
Saldini trying to control the position from guard on top but Strap is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Saldini pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Strap is keeping the position for now. #T6#
Saldini sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Strap's guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Strap is looking to improve his position.
Saldini is looking to advance position but Strap won't allow it.
Strap is trying to get back to full guard.#T7#
Saldini seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Strap does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Strap tries to get to full guard but Saldini has control of the leg.
Saldini keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Strap is looking to improve his position.
Strap is looking to control Saldini's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Strap avoid being mounted?
Saldini is controlling the pace. #T8##SUB#
Saldini is looking for a kimura here.
Strap wants to control but Saldini is keeping busy. #T9#
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Saldini is trying for a kimura here. Strap looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Saldini wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Angelo Saldini!
A relieved looking Angelo Saldini 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: Hawaii Grappling 4     
Date:   Dec 12, 2023





176 cm
41 yrs
147 lbs



172 cm
26 yrs
190 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Jock Strap! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Woodie Maykit!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Roger Salmon and Chris Saunders.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Strap closes the distance and clinches.
Maykit stops a takedown attempt from Strap. #TD2#
Maykit gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Strap (0) vs (2) Maykit
Maykit is pressing down on Strap's thigh, looking to free his foot. Strap is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Maykit is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Maykit works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Strap (0) vs (5) Maykit#SUB2#
Maykit goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Strap is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Strap (2) vs (5) Maykit
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Strap looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Maykit looking for a guillotine here but Strap defends easily.
Maykit controls Strap momentarily but Strap frees himself.
Strap pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Maykit is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Maykit is looking for a triangle but Strap pushes his legs off easily. #T2##SUB2#
Maykit has his foot on Strap's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Strap works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Maykit is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Strap defends well.#SUB2#
Maykit is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Strap is aware though and is defending well.
Maykit looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Strap puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Strap is trying to control the action in half guard but Maykit is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Maykit looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Maykit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Strap pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Maykit moves into full guard.
Strap controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Maykit not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Strap got a little sloppy there for a moment and Maykit has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Strap has managed to get both his arms back between Maykit's legs - danger averted.
Strap preventing the sweep.
Strap wants to control from the top but Maykit keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Maykit is looking for a triangle but Strap pushes his legs off easily. #T4##SUB2#
Maykit escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Strap gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Maykit can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Strap controls the pace.
Maykit 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.#SUB2#
Maykit is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Strap wants to pass the guard but Maykit is keeping the position.#T5#
Maykit working a defensive guard here.
Strap advances to half guard.
Strap seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Maykit does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Maykit is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Maykit manages to get to full guard.
Maykit lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Strap (2) vs (7) Maykit#T6#
Maykit trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Strap controlling the position.
Strap keeping full guard, as Maykit tries to pass.
Strap not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Maykit wants to pass the guard but Strap is keeping the position.
Strap is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Strap keeping full guard, as Maykit tries to pass. #T7#
Maykit keeps trying to improve his position.
Maykit must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Strap controlling Maykit's posture.
Maykit pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Strap is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Maykit drops back, looking for a kneebar! Strap looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Strap looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Strap!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Strap (6) vs (7) Maykit
Maykit is looking for a sweep.#T8#
Maykit is letting Strap control him for a moment.
Maykit is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Maykit is trying to control Strap's posture but Strap avoids it.
Maykit is trying to improve his position.#T9#
Maykit manages to work his way to half guard, despite Strap's best efforts.
Maykit works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Maykit has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Strap can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Maykit tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Maykit looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Strap has picked Maykit up and slammed him! Maykit can't keep hold of the triangle and Strap manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Strap (9) vs (7) Maykit
Strap controls the position.
Maykit tries to buck Strap off but Strap is having none of it.
Strap tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Maykit is trying to get back to half guard.#T10#
Strap tries to move to mount but Maykit blocks the move with his legs.
Strap is looking to take a break and control but Maykit is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Strap taking a breather here.
Maykit sneaks back into half guard.#T11#
Maykit tries to roll over but Strap keeps him under control.
Strap is looking to stall here but Maykit recovers full guard.
Strap's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Strap postures up. #SUB2#
Maykit has his foot on Strap's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Strap works his way back into a safe position though.
Strap slips nicely into half guard.
Strap works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Strap (12) vs (7) Maykit#T12#
Maykit really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Strap sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Strap continues to stall.
Strap trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T13#
Maykit is trying desperately to improve position.
Strap trying to control but Maykit is having none of it.
Strap is really struggling to control Maykit but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T14#
Maykit is trying desperately to improve position.
Maykit stops Strap from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Maykit can't escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Strap fails to advance to Maykit's back.
Strap trying to control but he's not successful this time.

And that's the end of the fight!
Strap takes the fight on points by 12 to 7.
In his post fight interview, Jock Strap started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: TWGC 40 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1     
Date:   Sep 11, 2023





170 cm
31 yrs
144 lbs



176 cm
40 yrs
147 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 23 losses; Angelo Saldini! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Jock Strap!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Chris Edwards and Andrew Berry.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Saldini swats away the attempt to clinch by Strap.
Strap tries to clinch but Saldini is having none of it.
Saldini tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Strap manages to circle out of the way.
Strap tries to clinch up.
Saldini tries to counter with a takedown but Strap is quick to defend against it.
We've been informed that Strap 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.#CL2#
Strap rushes Saldini and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Saldini wants the takedown. Strap is fighting it off but Saldini persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Strap's guard against the cage.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Saldini (2) vs (0) Strap
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saldini sitting in guard here, content to control.
Strap keeping full guard, as Saldini tries to pass. #T1#
Strap working a defensive guard here.
Strap is adopting a defensive guard.
Strap is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
Strap is controlling Saldini's posture.
Strap is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Saldini pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Strap is keeping the position for now.
Strap looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3#
Saldini looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Saldini wants to pass the guard but Strap is keeping the position.#T4#
Saldini trying to control but Strap is working from the bottom.
Saldini engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Strap looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Saldini looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Saldini preventing the sweep. #T5#
Strap pulls Saldini in close to prevent any damage.
Saldini trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Strap is controlling Saldini's posture.
Strap keeping full guard, as Saldini tries to pass. #T6#
Saldini controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Saldini is fighting to break Strap's control of his arms but Strap is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Saldini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Strap swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Strap looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T7#
Saldini is fighting to break Strap's control of his arms but Strap is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Saldini's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Saldini passes Strap's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Strap moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Strap trying to control the position.
Strap pulls Saldini in close to prevent any damage. #T8#
Saldini wants to pass the guard but Strap is keeping the position.
Strap looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Saldini pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Strap is keeping the position for now.
Strap controls Saldini momentarily but Saldini frees himself.
Saldini pushing down on Strap's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T9#
Saldini wants to control but Strap is keeping him busy.
Strap is trying to control but Saldini passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Saldini (5) vs (0) Strap
A lull in the action here as Saldini stalls from top position.
Strap keeps Saldini under control for a moment.
Strap tries to improve position but can't. #T10#
Saldini content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Strap can't do much from the bottom here.
Strap regains half guard.
Saldini controlling the action here.
Strap manages to get to full guard. #T11#
Saldini pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Strap is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Strap is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Saldini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Strap swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Saldini sitting in guard here, content to control. #T12#
Saldini trying to control but Strap is working from the bottom.
Saldini being controlled here momentarily.
Saldini pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Strap is keeping the position for now. #T13#
Strap is trying to keep Saldini in close.
Strap 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.
Strap pulls Saldini in to control the position.
Saldini tries to free his leg and advance position but Strap is retaining full guard.
Saldini 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. #T14#
Saldini looking to sit in guard and control but Strap gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Saldini (5) vs (2) Strap
Saldini seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Strap not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Strap trying to control but Saldini is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Saldini takes the fight on points by 5 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Angelo Saldini thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: TWGC 40 (145lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Sep 02, 2023





170 cm
46 yrs
142 lbs



176 cm
40 yrs
147 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 30 losses; Julio Valeron Huhrera ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Jock Strap!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Huhrera gets tackled into the cage by Strap. Strap maintains the clinch. #TD#
Huhrera successfully pulls guard.
Strap forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Strap is keen to just control but Huhrera is a slippery customer.
Huhrera is holding on to half guard well.
Huhrera trying to control from the bottom.
Strap wants to pass to mount but Huhrera is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
We've been hearing good reports from Huhrera 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Huhrera wants to improve his position but Strap is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB#
Huhrera looking for submissions off his back.
Huhrera wants to improve his position but Strap is controlling well.
Strap passes into side control, despite Huhrera 's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Huhrera (0) vs (3) Strap
Huhrera manages to get back to half guard.
Strap slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
Huhrera moves into full guard. #SUB#
Huhrera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Strap wants to pass the guard but Huhrera is keeping the position.
Huhrera looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Huhrera is trying to control the position but Strap postures up. #T3##SUB#
Huhrera is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Strap trying to control the position from guard on top but Huhrera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Huhrera is adopting a defensive guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Huhrera is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Huhrera (2) vs (3) Strap
Huhrera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Huhrera trying to control but Strap is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Strap has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Huhrera can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Huhrera not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Strap controlling the position.
Huhrera wants to control from the top but Strap keeps moving.
Strap is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T5#
Huhrera wants to pass the guard but Strap is keeping the position.
Huhrera looking to sit in guard and control but Strap gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Huhrera (2) vs (5) Strap
Strap postures up.
Huhrera looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Strap wants to pass the guard but Huhrera is keeping the position.
Strap engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T6##SUB#
Huhrera is looking for a triangle but Strap pushes his legs off easily.
Huhrera not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Huhrera wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Huhrera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Strap doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Strap manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Strap must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Huhrera wants to control the position but Strap says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T7#
Strap trying to pass the guard but Huhrera defending well.
Huhrera is refusing to be controlled, as Strap sits in half guard.
Well, if Strap 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.
Strap wants to take a breather but Huhrera is having none of it.
Huhrera trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Strap manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Huhrera (2) vs (8) Strap
Huhrera wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Huhrera (2) vs (11) Strap#T8#
Strap really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Huhrera .
Huhrera can't escape the position.
Strap looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Strap is not going to allow Huhrera to sit and survive in this position. #SUB2#
Huhrera is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Strap gets his way! #T9#
You can see the frustration on Huhrera 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Strap is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Huhrera really must keep his cool here. He's controlling one of Strap's hands and whilst he does that, he's got a chance of escaping the position.
Huhrera is trying to break free. #T10#
Strap biding his time, looking for the opening.
Strap controlling well, preventing Huhrera from escaping the position. #SUB2#
Strap is looking for the choke from the back position but Huhrera is controlling his hands well.
Strap not allowing Huhrera to control his hands.
Huhrera wants to escape the position.
Strap is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Huhrera tries to roll but Strap sticks to his back. #T11#
Strap is riding his opponent, not letting Huhrera buck him off.
Huhrera tries to escape the position.
Strap slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish. #T12#
Strap avoiding Huhrera 's attempts to control his hands.
Strap doesn't have the hooks in and Huhrera manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Huhrera (4) vs (11) Strap
Well,Huhrera is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Huhrera wants to control from the top but Strap keeps moving.
Huhrera 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.
Huhrera postures up. #T13#
Huhrera not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Huhrera '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.
Strap has control of Huhrera 's left arm, preventing Huhrera from doing any damage.
Huhrera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Strap swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T14#
Huhrera 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.
Strap wants to sweep but no luck.
Huhrera being controlled here momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Huhrera controls from within his opponent's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Strap wins on points by 11 to 4.
In his post fight interview, Jock Strap started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 28, 2023
#R1##CL#
Needle gets tackled into the cage by Strap. Strap maintains the clinch.
Strap lands a nice uppercut.#TD2#
Needle pulls Strap into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Needle avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Strap forces his way into half guard.
Strap slows the pace down in half guard.
Strap wants to free his trapped foot but Needle is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Strap 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.
Needle looks winded!
Strap content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Needle blocking the ground and pound attempt from Strap. #T1#
Strap moves into full mount! Needle won't be happy about that!
Needle is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Strap controlling his opponent.
Strap misses with a head shot.
Strap controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Strap looking to isolate an arm here. Needle doesn't see it coming and as Strap extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Strap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jock Strap!
Jock Strap tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: TWGC 39 (170lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   May 15, 2023





176 cm
39 yrs
147 lbs



183 cm
28 yrs
143 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jock Strap! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Mamed Khalidovic!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Shigeki Fujiwara and Yuuki Gou.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Khalidovic closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Strap (0) vs (2) Khalidovic
Strap trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Strap (0) vs (5) Khalidovic
Khalidovic trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Strap definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Strap regains half guard.#SUB2#
Khalidovic is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Strap keeping hold of Khalidovic's head, controlling as best he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap wants to get back to full guard.
Strap keeping control of the position. #T1##SUB2#
Khalidovic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Strap doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Khalidovic.
Strap is trying to get back to full guard.
Strap gets back to full guard.
Strap wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Khalidovic is pushing down on Strap's leg trying to pass to half guard. Strap is fighting to maintain full guard but Khalidovic has managed to sneak the leg through.#T2##SUB2#
Khalidovic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Strap tries to roll over but Khalidovic keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Khalidovic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Strap looking for submissions off his back.
Strap keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Khalidovic trying to pass the guard but Strap defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Khalidovic is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Khalidovic wants to take a breather but Strap is having none of it. #SUB2#
Strap is defending against the submission attempts here by Khalidovic.
Strap is looking to improve his position.
Strap wants to control but Khalidovic is keeping busy.
Strap is pressing down on Khalidovic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Strap keeping moving, preventing Khalidovic from controlling successfully.
Khalidovic might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Strap haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Strap trying to control the position here.
Khalidovic trying to move into half guard but instead Strap has managed to sweep!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Strap (2) vs (5) Khalidovic#SUB2#
Khalidovic looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Strap passes into half guard. #T5##SUB#
Strap is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Khalidovic gets full guard.
Strap engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Khalidovic holds on and takes a little breather.
Strap looking to sit in guard and control but Khalidovic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Strap (2) vs (7) Khalidovic
Khalidovic trying to control the position from guard on top but Strap is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
Strap manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Khalidovic manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Strap (4) vs (7) Khalidovic#SUB2#
Khalidovic is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Strap is aware though and is defending well.
Strap pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Khalidovic is keeping the position for now.
Strap looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Khalidovic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Strap is one step ahead there.
Strap trying to control the position from guard on top but Khalidovic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7##SUB2#
Strap sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Khalidovic doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Strap paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Khalidovic - great work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mamed Khalidovic!
A relieved looking Mamed Khalidovic 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:   Mar 06, 2023
#R1#
Bebok takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bebok walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Strap lands with a nice body punch.
Bebok is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Strap uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bebok misses with a takedown
and Strap counters with a stiff right hand.
Strap lands with an overhand left.
Bebok tries to score a power double leg takedown but Strap sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bebok somewhat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bebok dives in and grabs Strap's left leg, looking for a takedown. Strap pushes down on Bebok's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Andrzej Bebok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Strap throws a head kick that Bebok semi-blocks. #ROC2#Bebok is rocked!
Strap lands a glancing blow to the side of Bebok's head.
Oh Bebok is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bebok looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#KD2#
Strap moves into range and throws a big uppercut. OH! Bebok goes down! Can Strap finish him!?#T1##SUB2#
Strap 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.
Bebok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Strap on the ground.
Bebok utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Strap stands up over Bebok, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Bebok seems to have got his legs back now.
Strap controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Strap passes Bebok's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Strap wants to work for an arm triangle but Bebok is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Strap has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Bebok defend it? Strap steps over the head and cranks it - Bebok is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Strap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jock Strap!
In his post fight interview, Jock Strap started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 28, 2023
#R1#
Pending walks into a straight right hand from Strap.
Pending looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Strap dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Strap connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Strap connects with a single shot there.#ROC2#Pending is rocked!
Strap connects with a body shot that sends Pending's belly button to the back.
Oh Pending is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A kick lands to the mid section there for Strap.
Strap throws a monster overhand right that drops Pending! Strap follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jock Strap!
Jock Strap tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: SMASH: Tosen vs Kitjakarn     
Date:   Nov 27, 2022
#R1#
Krawlee misses with a hook. Strap ducked under it nicely. #TD#
Krawlee decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Krawlee frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB#
Krawlee is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Strap has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Strap is desperately trying to improve his position but Krawlee has a good base and remains in mount.
Krawlee is looking to work his way around to Strap's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Strap can't escape the position.
Strap tries to hold on but Krawlee postures up.
Krawlee prevents Strap from getting the reversal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Krawlee swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Strap is now in Krawlee's guard. A big mistake from Krawlee there, giving up the dominant position!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Krawlee lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
Krawlee passes into half guard.
Krawlee tries to pass to full mount but Strap defends it.
Strap is trying to maintain the position but Krawlee is very close to passing his half guard.
Krawlee trying to mount his opponent but Strap defends it.
Strap looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Strap wants to get back to full guard.
Krawlee works his way into full mount! #SU#
Krawlee stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.#T2#
Strap takes a jab right on the kisser.
Strap misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Krawlee shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Strap but Strap pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Strap thinks about the counter body kick.
Krawlee shoots in and drives through. Strap sprawls well.
Krawlee doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Strap connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kree P Krawlee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Strap defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Krawlee.
Krawlee shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Strap as he jumps to the side.
Strap throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Krawlee slips a jab from Strap.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Krawlee rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Strap connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Strap misses with a leg kick.
Krawlee looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T3#
Krawlee looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Strap moves forwards but Krawlee connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kree P Krawlee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strap lands a nice leg kick that just misses Krawlee's sensitive parts.
Jab by Krawlee.
Strap shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Krawlee lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Krawlee closes the distance and clinches up with Strap, looking for a takedown. Krawlee pushes Strap against the cage but Strap circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Strap with the counter takedown but Krawlee avoids it easily.
Strap on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Krawlee shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Strap sprawls well. Strap wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Krawlee gets slowly back to his feet.
Strap is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T4##TD#
Krawlee closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Strap's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Strap has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Krawlee can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Strap not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Krawlee wants to pass the guard but Strap is keeping the position.
Krawlee won't allow Strap to sweep him here.
Strap is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Strap throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Krawlee to regain full guard.
Strap trying to control the position from guard on top but Krawlee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Strap is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Krawlee not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kree P Krawlee dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Krawlee displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Strap throws out the jab.
Krawlee shoots in looking for a takedown but Strap manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Krawlee's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Krawlee fails with a takedown attempt.
Strap walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Strap stuffs the takedown attempt from Krawlee. Krawlee gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kree P Krawlee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Strap throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nice sprawl there from Strap as Krawlee shoots in.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krawlee looks to land a combination but Strap avoids it well.
Strap counters with a body kick.
A nice leg kick from Strap, right into the meat of the thigh.
Krawlee lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#TD#
Krawlee shoots in and bounces Strap off the cage to secure the takedown into 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!
Krawlee is pushing down on Strap's leg trying to pass to half guard. Strap is fighting to maintain full guard but Krawlee has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
Strap regains full guard. Nicely done.
Krawlee stopping the sweep attempt from Strap.
Krawlee is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Strap can do to turn this around?
Strap keeping full guard, as Krawlee tries to pass.
Strap can't keep his opponent in guard - Krawlee advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Krawlee is looking to advance position but Strap won't allow it.
Krawlee is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Krawlee wants to work for an arm triangle but Strap is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Strap is pressing down on Krawlee's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Strap has his foot on Krawlee's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Krawlee works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Krawlee advances to half guard.
Strap moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Krawlee wants to pass the guard but Strap is keeping the position.#SU#
Krawlee gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Krawlee shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Strap as he avoids it easily.
Strap fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Krawlee.
Strap throws the left hand but Krawlee avoids the punch easily.
Strap misses the jab.
Strap displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Krawlee.
Strap tries a quick counter leg kick but Krawlee is wise to it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Krawlee or perhaps it was just good defense by Strap, which made it look bad.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Strap lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Krawlee at a distance. #T3#
Krawlee avoids the head kick by Strap.
Krawlee with a poor takedown
and Strap counters with a stiff right hand.
Krawlee jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strap avoids a punch combination nicely.
Krawlee misses the jab.
Strap scores with a head kick.
Krawlee falls off balance throwing a combination
and Strap counters with an outside leg kick.
Strap misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Strap throws a body punch but Krawlee moves out of range.
Krawlee appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Krawlee shoots in for a takedown but Strap shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Krawlee shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Strap as he avoids it easily. #T4#
Krawlee slips under a jab from Strap.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Strap lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Krawlee has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Krawlee and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Strap throws a leg kick but Krawlee sees it coming and moves out of range.
Krawlee looks to land a left hand but Strap moved out of range nicely.
Strap lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Krawlee looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Strap is fending him off so far but Krawlee persists. Nope, Strap circles away and we're back to standing.
Strap swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Krawlee darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Krawlee swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Strap counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Krawlee regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Strap.
Strap stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Krawlee swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Strap pushes down on Krawlee's leg and manages to get into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap 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 get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Krawlee shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Strap sprawls well. Strap wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Krawlee gets slowly back to his feet.
Strap throws a fast counter high kick but Krawlee manages to duck under it in time.
Strap misses with a head kick.
A low kick lands for Strap.
The fighters circle momentarily. Krawlee darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Strap missing with a left hand there. Krawlee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Krawlee missing with a left hand there. Strap was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Strap connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Krawlee's hands.
Krawlee misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krawlee closes this distance looking for a takedown but Strap circles away.
Strap pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Krawlee keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Krawlee tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Strap defends well and Krawlee ends up having to push Strap into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kree P Krawlee. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
A right handed body shot lands from Strap.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Strap struggles to land a body shot inside as Krawlee controls his hands.
Strap digs a right hand into Krawlee's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Krawlee's gas tank.
Krawlee fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Krawlee lands a left hand that snaps the head of Strap backwards.
Strap lands a shoulder strike.
Strap swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Strap is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Krawlee doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Strap blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Krawlee tries to work over Strap's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Krawlee tries a body shot but Strap blocks it.
A right hook to the body lands for Strap.
Krawlee lands a shot to the body.#TD2#
Strap jumps guard.
Strap wants to sweep here but Krawlee controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Krawlee passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Strap is trying to improve his position.#SU#
Krawlee decides to stand back up.
Strap needs to keep his hands up - Krawlee had a free shot at his head there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Krawlee waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strap.#TD#
Krawlee looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Strap!
Strap wants to control but Krawlee postures up.
Strap tries to buck Krawlee off but Krawlee is having none of it.
Strap wants to control but Krawlee postures up.#SUB#
Krawlee is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Strap is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Strap stuck in half guard on the bottom here.#T3#
Strap is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Krawlee working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Strap manages to work his way to half guard, despite Krawlee's best efforts.
Strap slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Krawlee is pushing down on Strap's leg trying to pass to half guard. Strap is fighting to maintain full guard but Krawlee has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Krawlee is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Strap makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Strap.#T4#
Strap keeping full guard, as Krawlee tries to pass.
Strap working a defensive guard here.
Krawlee wanted to stand there but Strap had control of the position.
Strap trying to keep a closed guard but Krawlee is proving a slippery customer.
Krawlee trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Krawlee passes Strap's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Strap won't allow Krawlee to pass to mount.
Strap is looking for a sweep. Krawlee is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Krawlee moves nicely into side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kree P Krawlee showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Krawlee 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 Steve Erwin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kree P Krawlee!

Kree P Krawlee very nearly forgot to thank Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing 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: SMASH: Mountain vs Chaos 2     
Date:   Oct 09, 2022
#R1#
Bader misses with an uppercut. Strap saw that one coming.
Bader steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Strap.
Bader drops down looking for a counter takedown but Strap sprawls and moves away.
A solid leg kick lands there for Strap.
Bader misses with a hook. Strap ducked under it nicely.
A low kick from Bader misses
and Strap counters with a straight right hand.
Bader throws a sloppy body shot
and Strap cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bader swings for the body but Strap moves out of range.
Bader throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Strap counters with a straight right hand.
Bader connects with a crisp jab.
Strap stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Strap wants it to stay on the feet.
Strap feints a counter leg kick.
Bader falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Strap counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strap won't allow Bader to get back to his feet.
Bader preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Bader is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Strap is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Strap stands up over Bader, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Strap content to stall in guard here.
Strap loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Strap slips nicely into half guard.
Bader looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bader avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Strap. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Bader actively working from the bottom here.
Bader blocking the ground and pound attempt from Strap. #ES#
Bader kicks Strap off and gets back to his feet.
Strap looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Timo Bader seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strap has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Strap there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bader cracks Strap with a good jab.
Bader misses the jab.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bader is defended easily by Strap.
Strap on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bader checks a leg kick.
Danga de danga de dang - Strap scores with a four punch combination!
A jab from Bader does it's job there.#T3#
Strap throws a leg kick but Bader sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bader checks the leg kick nicely there.
Strap misses with a body shot.
Bader looks to land a combination but Strap avoids it well.
Strap will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bader tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Strap paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bader is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Strap dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bader. That did some damage!
Bader throws a nice outside leg kick.
Strap keeps the fight on the outside.
Strap works Bader's body with a nice hook.#TD2#
Strap changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bader looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
An elbow from Strap crashes against the mat.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T4#
Bader tries to escape but Strap is in control.
Strap misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Strap with the ground and pound but Bader regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Bader regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Strap.
Strap trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Strap stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Bader throws up his legs and catches Strap in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Strap tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Bader! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Timo Bader!
Timo Bader decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: SMASH: Cuntmara vs River 2     
Date:   Sep 25, 2022
#R1#
Bader keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bader wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bader looks to land a right hand but Strap moved out of range.
Strap scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bader in his tracks.
Nice body punch from Strap. #TD2#
Strap shoots in and bounces Bader off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

Bader manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bader throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Strap counters with a solid body kick.
Timo Bader seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strap walks into a stiff left hand from Bader.
We've been hearing reports that Bader has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bader shoots for a takedown but Strap saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Strap looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Bader does a little dance to reset his feet.
Strap connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bader momentarily.
Bader with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bader misses with a body shot
and Strap connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bader misses with a looping right.#T1#
Strap scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Strap tries to land a front kick but Bader steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Strap avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bader throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Bader crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Strap - the referee stops the clock and Bader gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Strap. Bader manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Bader swings widly with a right hand
and Strap counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bader lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Bader lands with an overhand left.
Strap throws a front kick aimed at Bader's knee but Bader avoids it well.
Strap plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strap will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bader misses with a lunging right hand
and Strap counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big left from Strap misses.
Strap on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Strap thuds his shin into the meat of Bader's side.
Bader looks to land a right hand but Strap moved out of range.#T2#
Bader keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strap.
Bader has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bader there as he acknowledges the shot.#CL#
Strap gets tackled into the cage by Bader. Bader maintains the clinch.
Strap cracks Bader with a nice body shot.
Strap working aggressively here.
Bader blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Bader's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bader lunges at Strap with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Strap's hand.
Strap throws out a leg kick but Bader moves out of range and Strap only half commits. #TD2#
Strap closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Bader looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bader is refusing to be controlled, as Strap sits in half guard. #SUB#
Bader looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
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. Strap connects with a nice short shot to Bader's temple.
Bader is refusing to be controlled, as Strap sits in half guard.
Bader is trying to stand. #SUB2#
Strap is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Strap missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Strap missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Strap trying to control from half guard but Bader is working away. #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#
Bader looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Bader looking for submissions off his back.
Bader blocking the ground and pound attempt from Strap.
Bader tries to get to full guard but Strap has control of the leg.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Strap has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Strap is working for a submission of some sort.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A slow jab from Bader misses its intended target.
A telegraphed right hand from Strap misses the target.
Strap uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bader.
Bader scores with a shot to the body.
Bader throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Strap scores with a head kick. Bader tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Bader misses with a low kick as Strap jumps back.
Bader changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bader is looking to clinch but Strap is avoiding it.
A left lands for Bader.
Bader throws a one two combo.
Bader misses the body punch
and Strap counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bader tries to bum rush Strap with a series of wild strikes but Strap uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Strap misses with an uppercut. Bader saw that one coming.
Bader was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bader throws a leg kick which misses Strap's front leg but catches the back leg as Strap tries to avoid it.
Bader tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Strap manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Strap tries a head kick but it misses.
Bader swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Bader wants to clinch but Strap slips to the side#TD2#
and Strap counters with a shoot takedown. Bader fights it but they end up in guard.
Strap pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bader is keeping the position for now.
Strap throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bader works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Bader looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Strap passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bader is trying to stand up here but Strap is controlling him well.
Strap is just content to waste time from the top position. Bader takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Strap advances position into side control!#T2#
Strap working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Bader is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Strap tries for a kimura but Bader is defending well.
Strap is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Bader's shoulder. That is not cool.
Strap working the ground and pound but Bader is defending the strikes.
Strap postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #SUB2#
Strap goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bader has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Strap but great work by Bader.#T3##SUB#
Bader is trying to get an arm triangle but Strap is defending well.
Strap is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Bader goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Strap rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Bader's guard! Nice work there by Strap!
Strap throws a strike but Bader rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Strap has a closed guard, preventing Bader from standing up.
Strap has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SU#
Bader stands and steps away. Strap gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T4#
Strap moves out of range of the strikes.
Strap throws a jab but it's blocked by Bader.
Strap bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bader's head.
Strap checks a low kick from Bader.
Strap is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bader with a body shot.
Bader misses with a low kick.
Strap steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Strap blocks a jab.
Bader steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Strap.
Bader throws a body shot but no joy.
Strap tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A big left from Strap misses.
As Strap backs away, Bader returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Bader pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bader throws out a loose jab but Strap uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strap scores with a jab to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strap thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jock Strap seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Strap misses with a body shot. #TD2#
Strap changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bader looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
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 Timo Bader will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bader works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bader throws out a loose jab but Strap uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab by Strap.
Bader moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bader just misses with a punch to the body.
Bader jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bader throws a lazy right hand but Strap sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bader uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strap.
Bader rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Strap moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bader throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Strap connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A jab lands there for Strap.
Strap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bader.
Strap fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bader gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Strap.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bader ducks under a wild hook from Strap.#T1#
Bader throws out a leg kick but Strap moves out of range and Bader only half commits.
Strap looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jab, jab by Strap - just one landing.
Bader finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Strap lands a glancing blow to the side of Bader's head.
A slow jab from Bader misses its intended target.
Strap fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bader.
Strap checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bader lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Strap needs to keep his hands up - Bader had a free shot at his head there.
Bader lands a jab to Strap's midsection.
Strap misses with an uppercut. Bader saw that one coming.
Strap jabs Bader to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bader's jab looks to have found its range, popping Strap under the eye.
Bader throws a low kick but Strap avoids it.
Strap lands with a nice body punch. #T2#
A slow jab from Bader misses its intended target.
Bader defending well as Strap loads up on a big left hand.
Strap loads up on a big right hand but Bader slips the punch.
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but Bader is just out of range.
A combination from Bader does no damage.
Bader feints and then cracks Strap's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Strap down.
Strap throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bader swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bader uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Strap has time to react.
Bader cracks Strap with a good jab.
Bader misses with a straight right.
Bader misses with a hook
and Strap counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bader misses the jab.
Bader throws a hook to the side of Strap's head but Strap sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Strap avoids a punch combination nicely.
Strap thinks about the counter body kick.
Bader throws a poor cross that misses
and Strap makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Bader really felt that one!#T3#
Bader takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bader takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bader is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bader moves out of range as Strap throws a body kick.
Bader drops down looking for a counter takedown but Strap sprawls and moves away.
Strap lands with a hook. Bader tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bader connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bader misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Strap.
Bader misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bader takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bader throws a leg kick
and Strap counters with a nice uppercut.
Bader lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Strap takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bader misses with an uppercut.
Bader stuns Strap with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
Bader moves into the clinch.#T4#
Bader throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Strap blocks it with crossed arms.
Bader tries to break the clinch but Strap is controlling the position.
Bader is trying to force a seperation but Strap has the dominant position.#TD2#
Strap lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Bader wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Strap wants to work for an arm triangle but Bader is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Strap is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Strap postures up in Bader's guard and throws a big left but Bader blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bader keeping moving, preventing Strap from controlling successfully.

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 Timo Bader.
I think Bader 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 Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: WVT 29: McWrestler v Kanaani 2     
Date:   Aug 28, 2022
#R1#
Biscuit shoots in but no luck this time.
Strap tries to land a front kick but Biscuit steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
And Biscuit tries to counter it with a takedown but Strap pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Strap misses with a wild combination.
Biscuit misses with a right hand
and Strap counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Strap.
Strap thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Biscuit if he has to take too many more of those.
Biscuit looks to throw the jab but Strap is out of range.
We've been informed that Biscuit 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.
Strap scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Strap misses.
A lazy left from Biscuit finds it's target.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Strap.
Biscuit fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T1#
Strap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Biscuit tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Biscuit with a poor takedown
and Strap cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jock Strap has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Schmorgen Biscuit.#TD#
Strap dives in and scores a takedown into Biscuit's guard.
Strap with a nice head shot there.
Strap tries to free his leg and advance position but Biscuit is retaining full guard.
Strap throwing strikes but missing.
Strap postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Biscuit has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Strap can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Biscuit keeping full guard, as Strap tries to pass.
Strap 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.#T2##SUB2#
Biscuit had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Strap defends it easily.
Strap is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Strap trying to control but Biscuit is working from the bottom.
Strap trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Strap throws a big elbow that misses.
Strap with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3##SUB2#
Biscuit escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Strap gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Strap trying to control but Biscuit is working from the bottom.
Strap pushes down on Biscuit's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Strap looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Strap missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Strap trying to control from half guard but Biscuit is working away. #SUB2#
Biscuit actively working from the bottom here.
Strap slips a nice elbow through Biscuit's hands, connecting with Biscuit's forehead.
Biscuit is looking for a sweep. Strap is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Strap is looking to take a break and control but Biscuit is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Biscuit tries to roll over but Strap keeps him under control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Biscuit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
The crowd cheers as Biscuit lands an impressive looking overhand right. Strap doesn't seem phased though.#CL2#
Biscuit closes the distance and pushes Strap back into the cage.
Biscuit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Strap can't find room to land a body shot as Biscuit controls the action.
A left hand lands to the body for Strap.
Strap is looking for a takedown.
Biscuit misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Biscuit.
Strap's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap is looking to control Biscuit's arms but Biscuit gets an underhook and turns him. Now Strap has his back to the cage.
Strap lands a right hand. #TD#
Strap turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw 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!
Biscuit tries to bench press Strap off him but Strap keeps the position.
Strap is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Biscuit can do to turn this around?#T1#
Biscuit is letting Strap control him for a moment.
Biscuit tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Strap wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Strap scores with punches from side control.
Strap lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Biscuit is trying to work for a sweep but Strap has mounted him!
Biscuit really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Strap throws some wild stikes that Biscuit manages to avoid easily.
Biscuit is in all sorts of trouble here. #T2#
Strap looking to ground and pound but Biscuit is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Strap looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Strap wants to control the pace but Biscuit is squirming around nicely.
Strap looking to control and managing it successfully.
Strap throws some wild stikes that Biscuit manages to avoid easily.
Biscuit is in all sorts of trouble here.
Jock Strap overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Biscuit is trying to reverse the position but instead Strap has taken his back - oops!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB#
Strap looking to break Biscuit's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Biscuit remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Strap will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Strap scores with punches and elbows.
Strap controlling well, preventing Biscuit from escaping the position.
Strap struggling to land strikes to the head as Biscuit covers up.
Strap tries to keep control of the position but Biscuit is staying busy.
Biscuit tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Strap throws some wild stikes that Biscuit manages to avoid easily.
Biscuit is trying desperately to improve position.
Strap scoring with strikes but Biscuit is staying in there. #T4#
Biscuit bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Strap trying to strike off his back. #SUB#
Strap throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Biscuit is looking to work some ground and pound but Strap has wrist control.
Biscuit lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Strap is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Biscuit stopping the sweep attempt from Strap.#SUB#
Strap is looking for a triangle but Biscuit pushes his legs off easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Biscuit throws a hook to the side of Strap's head but Strap sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Strap drops down looking for a counter takedown but Biscuit sprawls and moves away.
Biscuit slips a jab from Strap.
Biscuit takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Biscuit lands with a hook. Strap tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Biscuit moves into range and connects with a jab.
Biscuit has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Strap misses with a straight right.
Strap avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Strap fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap throws a hook but Biscuit blocks it.
Strap connects with a solid leg kick.
Strap fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Biscuit on the side of the head.
Strap misses with a kick to the body. #T1#
Nice sprawl there from Strap as Biscuit shoots in.
Biscuit lands with an overhand left.
Biscuit takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Biscuit on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Biscuit takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Biscuit takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Biscuit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Strap misses its target.
Biscuit misses the body punch
and Strap counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Strap misses with a jab, cross combination.
Strap shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Biscuit has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Strap finds it's way round the side to connect with Biscuit's head.
Strap moves out of range as Biscuit strikes.#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!
Biscuit misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Strap connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jock Strap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Biscuit moves out of range as Strap throws a body kick.
Strap cracks Biscuit with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Strap looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Strap walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Biscuit checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
And Biscuit tries to counter it with a takedown but Strap pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A looping hook to the body misses from Biscuit. Strap does a little dance to reset his feet.
A cross from Strap lands.
Strap scores with a decent looking hook.
Strap throws a head kick that misses.
Biscuit throws a counter combo.
Strap misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Biscuit fails to land the takedown.#T3#
Strap throws a head kick that Biscuit semi-blocks.
Biscuit looks to land a right hand but Strap moved out of range.
Biscuit with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Strap to score with a decent uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Biscuit does a little dance to reset his feet.
Biscuit feints the counter takedown.
Jock Strap is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Strap with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Strap scores with a jab. Biscuit acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Biscuit fails with the takedown.
Jock Strap has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Schmorgen Biscuit.
Biscuit chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Strap can pounce on him.
Schmorgen Biscuit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Biscuit throws a series of punches but Strap avoids them all with ease.
Strap smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Strap scores with a hook.
The fight stays on the outside here - Biscuit looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Biscuit takes a jab right on the kisser.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Strap misses with the combination.
Strap swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Biscuit.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jock Strap showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Strap, 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jock Strap!

A very excited looking Jock Strap 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: WVT 23: Halsti v Shabazz     
Date:   Aug 07, 2022
#R1#
Strap misses with a kick to the body
and Joestar counters with a nice body kick.
Strap lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Strap avoids the body shot from Joestar.
A low kick from Strap misses
and Joestar counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Joestar throws a jab when Strap was well out of range.
Joestar throws a lazy right hand but Strap sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Strap misses with a looping right.
Joestar was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Strap uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Strap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Joestar was well out of range. Poor timing from Strap.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joestar connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Strap momentarily. #CUT#It looks like Jock Strap has been cut.
Strap thows a body kick. Joestar tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Joestar takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Joestar slips under a jab from Strap.#T1#
Strap misses with the body kick
enabling Joestar to counter with a crisp jab.
Joestar walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Strap connects with a good right hand that stumbles Joestar. Joestar circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jock Strap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Joestar defending well as Strap loads up on a big left hand.
Strap looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Joestar keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strap.
A thudding body kick lands there by Strap!
Joestar connects with a body shot that sends Strap's belly button to the back.
Joestar needs to keep his hands up - Strap had a free shot at his head there.
Strap throws a poor cross that misses
and Joestar counters with a huge head kick that drops Strap! The ref dives in to stop the fight and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Johan Joestar!
Johan Joestar tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: WVT 18: Halo v Knox     
Date:   Jul 20, 2022
#R1#
Phetboonme throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Strap to counter with a crisp jab.
Phetboonme scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Phetboonme takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Strap jabs Phetboonme right on the nose. Phetboonme blinks but takes it well.
Phetboonme checks the leg kick.
Strap throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Strap 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.
Phetboonme scores with a leg kick.
Strap misses the shot to the body.
Phetboonme misses with a double jab.
A big left from Strap misses.
Phetboonme throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Strap stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Phetboonme connects with a leg kick.
Strap looks to land a right hand but Phetboonme moved out of range.
As Strap backs off Phetboonme throws a huge counter combo but Strap manages to avoid it all.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice body kick there by Strap.#T1#
Strap swings for the body but Phetboonme moves out of range.
Phetboonme has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Phetboonme there as he acknowledges the shot.
Strap with the inside leg kick.
Strap throws a push kick but Phetboonme slaps the foot to one side.
Strap wants to land a leg kick but Phetboonme is out of range. #CL2#
Phetboonme has closed the distance and engaged Strap in a clinch.
Phetboonme misses with a punch to the body.
Phetboonme wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Phetboonme has had enough of the clinch but Strap keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Phetboonme manages to break the clinch.
Strap throws a body kick that misses.
Phetboonme goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Phetboonme tries to close the distance and clinch up but Strap swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Phetboonme moves away from the strike by Strap.
Jock Strap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strap blocks a head kick by Phetboonme.
Strap appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2#
Strap throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Strap slips a jab and a cross from Phetboonme.
Strap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Phetboonme takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Phetboonme takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strap connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Phetboonme's hands.
Kongchai Phetboonme is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Phetboonme takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Phetboonme scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Phetboonme pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Strap keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Phetboonme does a little dance to reset his feet.
Strap with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Strap lands a jab-cross combination. #T3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Phetboonme is trying to push Strap away but Strap has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC2#
Phetboonme breaks from the clinch.
Phetboonme lunges at Strap with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Strap's hand.
Phetboonme checks the leg kick.
Strap avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Strap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Phetboonme was well out of range. Poor timing from Strap.
Phetboonme throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Strap counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Phetboonme!
Phetboonme is looking for a sweep.
Strap is looking to take a break and control but Phetboonme is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Phetboonme's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
Strap fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Phetboonme wants to control but Strap postures up.
Strap wants to lay and pray for a moment but Phetboonme keeps working.
Phetboonme struggling a bit here.
Phetboonme is looking for a sweep.
Strap throws an elbow but Phetboonme slips to the side and avoids it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Phetboonme is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Strap 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.
Strap trying to control the action but Phetboonme is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Strap looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kongchai Phetboonme is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Strap thows a left - swing and a miss!
Phetboonme is looking for the big counter here.
Phetboonme fails in his attempt to clinch.
Phetboonme throws a series of punches but Strap avoids them all with ease.
Strap misses with a low kick.
Strap throws a lazy right hand but Phetboonme sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Strap digs a good hook to Phetboonme's body.
Strap shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Phetboonme sprawls well. Phetboonme wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Strap gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phetboonme misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Phetboonme throws a head kick that Strap semi-blocks.
Strap misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jock Strap is winning the standup battle so far.
Phetboonme avoids the body shot from Strap. #T1#
Strap circles away from the clinch attempt.
Strap takes one on the button.
Strap misses with a body kick.
Phetboonme takes one on the button.
Strap throws a shot to the body.
Strap goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
As Strap backs off Phetboonme throws a huge counter combo but Strap manages to avoid it all.
Strap will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Strap misses with a body kick.
Phetboonme looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Strap tries to score with a low kick but Phetboonme moves his leg out of the way.
Strap misses with a body shot.
Phetboonme tries to counter by closing the distance.
Phetboonme misses with a head kick.
Strap swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Strap blocks a head kick by Phetboonme. #T2#
Phetboonme misses with a head kick.
Phetboonme throws a body kick that misses.
A low kick from Strap misses
and Phetboonme counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Strap throws a jab when Phetboonme was well out of range.
Strap moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Phetboonme misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little feinted left hand from Strap on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Phetboonme checks a leg kick.
Phetboonme looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Phetboonme rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Strap moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD#
Strap scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Strap not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Phetboonme tries to roll over but Strap keeps him under control.
Strap working over Phetboonme with some ground and pound. Phetboonme looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3#
Phetboonme wants to improve his position but Strap is controlling well.
Phetboonme is staying active underneath Strap, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Strap not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Strap is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Phetboonme has managed to free his arm - good work.
Phetboonme is refusing to be controlled, as Strap sits in half guard.
Phetboonme makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Phetboonme.
Strap throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Phetboonme works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Strap working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jock Strap overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Phetboonme keeping full guard, as Strap tries to pass.
Phetboonme looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Phetboonme utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Phetboonme is trying to keep Strap in close.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Strap swings widly with a right hand
and Phetboonme counters with a three punch combo that has Strap backing up. Strap nods at Phetboonme to acknowledge the strikes.
Strap bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Phetboonme's head backwards.
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 Jock Strap will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Strap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Phetboonme manages to avoid it.
Strap is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Phetboonme gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Phetboonme avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Strap is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Phetboonme can do to turn this around?
Strap is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Phetboonme bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strap misses with a body shot.
Nice shot by Strap.
Strap connects with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap throws out a loose jab but Phetboonme uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strap swinging wildly here.
A shot to the body from Strap misses
and Phetboonme counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Strap throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Phetboonme swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Phetboonme rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Strap moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Strap tries to counter with a takedown but Phetboonme is quick to defend against it.
Strap thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Phetboonme if he has to take too many more of those.
Phetboonme tries to clinch but Strap moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Phetboonme does a little dance to reset his feet.
Phetboonme throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Strap avoids a punch combination nicely.
Phetboonme throws a head kick but Strap moves out of range.
Strap throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Strap swings for the body but Phetboonme moves out of range.
Phetboonme rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Strap moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Strap looks for the body kick but Phetboonme saw that one coming. #T2#
Strap fakes the leg kick and cracks Phetboonme in the body.
Phetboonme takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Strap throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Phetboonme's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Strap connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Phetboonme scrambles back to his feet.
Strap throws a wild body kick that Phetboonme sees coming a mile off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strap throws a hook to the side of Phetboonme's head but Phetboonme sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Phetboonme uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Strap.
Phetboonme checks a leg kick.
Strap lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Phetboonme at a distance.
Strap throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Phetboonme counters with a nice uppercut.
Strap scores with a hook to the body. Phetboonme takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T3#
Phetboonme avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Strap throws a jab but it's blocked by Phetboonme.
Phetboonme moves out of range of the body kick from Strap. #CL2#
Phetboonme rushes Strap and presses him up against the cage.
Phetboonme wants to get back to striking at distance but Strap won't allow it.
Strap goes for a takedown in the clinch but Phetboonme prevents it.
Jock Strap is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Phetboonme lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Phetboonme manages to break the clinch.
Strap clobbers Phetboonme with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Phetboonme defending well as Strap loads up on a big left hand.
Phetboonme keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strap.
Phetboonme with the counter takedown but Strap avoids it easily.
Phetboonme defending well as Strap loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
A punch lands to the side of Phetboonme 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Strap looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Phetboonme displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Strap throws out the jab.
Phetboonme pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Strap tries to counter with a takedown but Phetboonme is quick to defend against it.
Strap takes one to the side of the head.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strap blocks a head kick by Phetboonme.
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 head kick misses from Phetboonme.
Strap connects with a single shot there.
Strap lands with a cross.
Phetboonme throws a head kick that misses.
Kongchai Phetboonme has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Phetboonme throws a body shot but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jock Strap showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Strap, 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jock Strap!

Jock Strap tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: WVT 10: Ihantala v Puto     
Date:   Jun 19, 2022
#R1#
Strap fails with a takedown attempt.
Strap tests Tchusuk's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tchusuk throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Strap fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tchusuk looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've been hearing reports that Strap has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Tchusuk pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tchusuk throws a body shot but no joy.
Strap was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Strap swings for the body but Tchusuk moves out of range.
Tchusuk with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Strap lands with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tchusuk moves away.
Strap moves out of range of the body kick.
Tchusuk misses with a looping right.
A punch combination from Strap misses.
Tchusuk misses the jab.
Tchusuk tries a low kick but Strap avoids it.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Tchusuk misses the target.
Tchusuk shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A slow jab from Strap misses its intended target.
Tchusuk tries a quick counter leg kick but Strap is wise to it.
Strap misses with a hook.
Strap misses with a looping left.
Tchusuk blocks a leg kick.
Strap connects with the punch.
Strap misses the shot to the body.
Tchusuk is looking to clinch.
Tchusuk turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Strap misses with a shot to the body
enabling Tchusuk to counter with a crisp jab.
Tchusuk pivots, looking for a leg kick but Strap is out of range and Tchusuk settles back down.
Tchusuk looks to land a left hand but Strap moved out of range nicely.
Strap went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tchusuk swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tchusuk pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T2#
Tchusuk misses with an uppercut.
Strap misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tchusuk.
Tchusuk lands with a straight right. Strap didn't see that one coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tchusuk swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tchusuk keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strap.#TD#
Strap fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Tchusuk sprawls well initially but Strap persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Tchusuk looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Strap trying to pass the guard but Tchusuk defending well.
Strap with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Tchusuk actively working from the bottom here.#T3##SUB#
Strap looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
Tchusuk looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Strap looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tchusuk actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Strap is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Tchusuk actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Strap is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Tchusuk looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Strap is trying to work for a kimura but Tchusuk is defending well. #SUB2#
Tchusuk looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Strap misses with a low kick.
Strap displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tchusuk throws out the jab.
Tchusuk keeps Strap at a distance using the push kick.
Strap's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Strap duly obliges.
Tchusuk tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strap was well out of range. Poor timing from Tchusuk.
Tchusuk lands a really nice looking cross but Strap seems unphased.
Strap bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice sprawl there from Tchusuk as Strap shoots in.
Tchusuk swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It looked like Strap wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The fighters circling - Strap throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap lands a nice hook to Tchusuk's body. Tchusuk takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Strap will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tchusuk throws a jab but it's blocked by Strap.
Strap throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tchusuk looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Strap swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tchusuk counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kenny Tchusuk is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Strap throws a body shot but no joy.
Strap throws a looping overhand right but Tchusuk ducks down to avoid it.
Strap fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Strap just misses with a punch to the body.
Tchusuk fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strap manages to avoid it.
Strap misses with the combination.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Strap.
Tchusuk on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Strap gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Nice uppercut there from Strap.
Tchusuk throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Tchusuk throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Strap lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strap paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Strap ducks under a wild hook from Tchusuk.
Jock Strap is winning the standup battle so far.
Strap moves out of range of the body kick from Tchusuk.
Tchusuk scores with a jab to the body.
Tchusuk has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Strap.
Tchusuk throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Strap seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Tchusuk throws the kick towards the body but Strap avoids it.
Tchusuk swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tchusuk throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Strap misses with a straight right.
Strap swings for the body but Tchusuk moves out of range.
Tchusuk thuds his right hand into Strap's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tchusuk moves out of range of the leg kick from Strap.#T3#
Donk. Tchusuk catches Strap right on the button with a cross.
Tchusuk lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Strap at a distance.
Tchusuk scores with a head kick.
Tchusuk scores with the left hand. Strap knows he should have avoided that one.
A jab from Tchusuk misses.
A head kick misses from Tchusuk.
It appears Strap was looking to counter with a kick there.#CL#
Strap closes the distance and pushes Tchusuk back into the cage.
Strap is trying to pull guard but Tchusuk has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jock Strap. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Strap makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Good body shot from Tchusuk.
Tchusuk scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tchusuk lands an elbow inside that Strap shrugs off. #CUT2#It looks like Jock Strap has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Strap makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Strap tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Tchusuk.
Tchusuk misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Tchusuk lands a body shot in the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Strap takes a knee to the side of the body.
Tchusuk landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Tchusuk lands a shot to the body.
A shot in the inside from Tchusuk.
Tchusuk lands a good knee to the midsection. Strap won't want to take too many of those.
A body shot lands from Tchusuk.
Tchusuk lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Tchusuk makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kenny Tchusuk seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A right handed body shot lands from Tchusuk.
Tchusuk tries a knee to the head but Strap blocks it.
A short right from Tchusuk.
Tchusuk lands a nice elbow.
Tchusuk working some nice short punches in the clinch.#ROC2#Strap is rocked!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tchusuk creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Strap's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Strap drops to his knees and Tchusuk pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kenny Tchusuk!

 

Event: WVT 4: Maestre v Motts     
Date:   May 29, 2022
#R1#
Ship darts in looking for a takedown but Strap gets double underhooks and turns Ship into the cage.
Ship has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A slow jab from Strap misses its intended target.
Strap throws a nice looking combination but Ship bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ship pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Strap misses with a low kick.
Ship tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ship defending well as Strap loads up on a big left hand.
Strap throws a leg kick but Ship sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ship is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Strap looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Strap misses with a looping left.
Strap wants to clinch up but Ship keeps it at a distance.
Ship changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Strap lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Strap 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.
Ship misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick by Ship misses
and Ship takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Strap throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Ship counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Ship looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Strap wants to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB2#
Ship seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Ship seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Ship is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Strap doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ship. #SUB2#
Ship wants to work for an arm triangle but Strap is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ship prevents Strap from improving his position.
Strap trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Ship is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Ship is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Ship is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Ship is looking for a kimura but Strap is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ship to get the leverage.
Strap is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Ship is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Ship is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Strap is just riding it out for now. Ship eventually gives up the hold. #T3##SUB2#
Strap makes his way to full guard, as Ship worked for a kimura. #SUB2#
Ship drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Strap manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Ship has Strap in his guard.#REVR#
Strap pushing down on Ship's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Strap seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ship manages to get to full guard.
Strap might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4##SUB#
Strap is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ship is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ship has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB2#
Ship has gone for a leg lock! Strap slips out almost immediately though and dives into Ship's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Ship working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Strap doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Strap manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Ship working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Strap doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Strap manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
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 Jock Strap 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#
Strap tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ship is able to avoid easily.
Ship wants to clinch
and Strap counters with a left and a right that stings Ship.
Strap avoids the head kick by Ship.
Ship changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Strap tries to avoid it but Ship manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Strap to the ground. Strap escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Strap throws a counter high kick but Ship was just alert enough to avoid it.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strap tries to land a leg kick but Ship saw it coming and moves away.
Strap throws a hook but Ship blocks it.
Roman Ship seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ship avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ship shoots for a takedown but Strap saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ship pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD2#
Ship shoots in and gets a takedown into Strap's guard.
Strap is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Strap had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ship defends it easily.#SUB2#
Ship drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Strap dives on top into guard.#REVR##T1##SUB2#
Ship escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Strap gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Strap looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Ship had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Strap defends it easily.
Strap pushes down on Ship's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Strap is trying to control the action in half guard but Ship is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Strap seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Ship looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Strap is looking to take a break and control but Ship is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Strap trying to control from Ship's half guard. Ship has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T3#
Strap pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ship is keeping the position for now.
Strap trying to control but Ship is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Strap is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ship is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ship has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB2#
Ship is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Strap is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Strap has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##T4#
Strap stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ship swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Strap wants to control from the top but Ship keeps moving. #SUB2#
Ship escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Strap gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Strap works a leg free and moves into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Ship gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Strap has gone for a leg lock! Ship slips out almost immediately though and dives into Strap's guard.#REVB##SUB2#
Ship drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Strap dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Ship escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Strap gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ship keeping moving, preventing Strap from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ship is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1##SUB2#
Ship is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Strap trying to control the position from guard on top but Ship is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Strap not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ship can't keep his opponent in guard - Strap advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Roman Ship has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Ship looking for submissions off his back.
Jock Strap is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Strap content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Strap has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Strap seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ship for as long as he can get away with.
Strap'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.#T3##SUB2#
Ship looking for submissions off his back.
Strap with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Ship looking for submissions off his back.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ship takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ship throws a body punch but Strap moves out of range.
Ship tries to close the distance and clinch but Strap swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Ship.
Strap scores with a nice head shot.
Ship moves out of range of the strikes.
Strap scores with a shot to the body.
Strap wants to slow Ship down by chopping away at his legs.
Ship throws a poor cross that misses
and Strap counters with a stiff right hand.
Strap keeps the fight on the outside.
Strap keeps the fight on the outside.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Strap shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2#
Ship looking for submissions off his back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jock Strap showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Strap 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jock Strap!

Jock Strap bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: WVT 2: Puto v Svyatogor     
Date:   May 15, 2022
#R1#
Strap throws a hook but Chugman avoids it easily.
Chugman fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Strap on the side of the head.
Strap waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chugman.
The fight stays on the outside here - Chugman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It seemed like Strap was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Chugman throws a hook but Strap avoids it easily.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chugman wants to clinch but Strap slips to the side
and Strap cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Chugman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Crapollas Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Strap keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chugman.
Chugman lands an overhand right.
Chugman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Strap.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Strap 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap misses with a looping left.
A slow jab from Chugman misses its intended target.
Good standup being displayed there by Strap as he connects with a hook.#TD#
Chugman feints and as Strap raises his hands in defense, Chugman changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Strap looking for a guillotine here but Chugman defends easily. #T1##SUB2#
Strap looking for a guillotine here but Chugman defends easily.
Chugman advances to half guard.
Strap moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Strap had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chugman defends it easily.
Chugman working some strikes from top position.#T2#
Chugman passes into half guard.
Strap trying to control from the bottom.
Chugman is looking to advance position but Strap won't allow it.
Chugman is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Strap is looking for a sweep. Chugman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Chugman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Strap doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chugman.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Strap wants to control but Chugman is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Chugman trying to control the action but Strap is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Strap is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Chugman's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Chugman's back!
Chugman trying to control the position but Strap manages to sink in the hooks.
Strap wants to control but Chugman is keeping busy.
Chugman manages to reverse the position and now he's in Strap's guard. Nice work there by Chugman.
Chugman stopping the sweep attempt from Strap.#T4#
Strap pulls Chugman in close to prevent any damage.
Chugman is in close to Strap's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chugman trying to control but Strap is working from the bottom.
Chugman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Chugman wants to control from the top but Strap keeps moving. #SUB#
Chugman has gone for a leg lock! Strap slips out almost immediately though and dives into Chugman's guard.#REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Strap got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chugman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Strap has managed to get both his arms back between Chugman's legs - danger averted.
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 Klaus Chugman will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Chugman fails with a takedown attempt.
Strap appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Strap uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chugman.#CL#
Chugman drives through and clinches with Strap against the cage. #BC#
Chugman breaks from the clinch.
Strap slips under a jab from Chugman.#TD#
Chugman 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.#SUB2#
Strap has his foot on Chugman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chugman works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Strap is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Chugman looking to sit in guard and control but Strap gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Strap stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chugman swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Strap is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Let's hope that Strap has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Strap trying to control but Chugman is working from the bottom.
Chugman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Chugman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Strap gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Strap is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Chugman throws his legs up looking for a submission but Strap uses it to pass to side control. #SUB2#
Strap swings around for an armbar but Chugman sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Strap's guard.
Chugman sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Strap has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Chugman doesn't defend quickly enough and Strap has managed to lock this one up! Can Chugman escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Strap on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Jock Strap!
Jock Strap bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: GC 417 Oosthuizen vs. Wobble     
Date:   Feb 12, 2022
#R1#
Strap slips under a jab from Tanahashi.
Strap blocks a leg kick.
Tanahashi scores with a nice right hand.
Tanahashi connects with a right hand. Strap shakes it off.
Strap jabs at Tanahashi's body.
Strap takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tanahashi staying out of range there.
Strap 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.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tanahashi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tanahashi lands a body shot.
Tanahashi is looking to chop away at Strap's legs.
Tanahashi throws a series of punches but Strap moves out of range.
Tanahashi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Strap in his tracks.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tanahashi moves away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strap tries a head kick but it misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tanahashi. Strap does a little dance to reset his feet.
Strap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tanahashi.
Tanahashi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tanahashi misses with a low kick.
Strap was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Strap slips under a jab.
Strap cracks Tanahashi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tanahashi throws a low kick but it's checked well by Strap.
Strap misses with a straight left.
Strap on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tanahashi. Tanahashi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tanahashi has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tanahashi. Strap does a little dance to reset his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Strap misses its target.
Tanahashi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Strap misses the shot to the body.
Tanahashi is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Tanahashi connects with an inside leg kick.
Strap rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tanahashi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tanahashi appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tanahashi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Strap.
Tanahashi tries a low kick but Strap avoids it.
Strap takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tanahashi throws a lazy right hand but Strap sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tanahashi scores with a push kick.
Strap scoring well with a low kick there.
Jab, jab by Strap - just one landing. #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!
Strap blocks a low kick nicely.
Strap tries to bum rush Tanahashi with a series of wild strikes but Tanahashi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tanahashi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tanahashi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strap was well out of range. Poor timing from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi blocks a low kick nicely.
Tanahashi thuds a left hand into Strap's body.
Tomohiro Tanahashi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tanahashi moves into range and connects with a jab.
Strap fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tanahashi circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tanahashi throws out a counter right but Strap avoids it with no problem.
Tanahashi looks to land a left hand but Strap moved out of range nicely.
Strap tried to counter with a leg kick but Tanahashi avoided it.
Strap gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tanahashi.
Tanahashi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Strap is looking to counter punch.
Tanahashi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strap moves away.
Strap ducks under a wild hook from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi connects with a good right hand that stumbles Strap. Strap circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Strap misses with a straight left.
A head kick misses from Strap.
Tanahashi throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #T3#
Tanahashi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strap was well out of range. Poor timing from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strap moves away.
Tanahashi misses the shot to the body.
Tomohiro Tanahashi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strap throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tanahashi on the side of the head.
Tanahashi attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tanahashi throws a jab but it's blocked by Strap.
Tanahashi misses with a wild combination.
Strap is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Strap ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tanahashi tries to bum rush Strap with a series of wild strikes but Strap uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Strap throws a body punch but Tanahashi moves out of range.
Tanahashi looks to land a left hand but Strap moved out of range nicely.
Strap wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Strap takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tanahashi slips under a jab from Strap.
Tanahashi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tanahashi checks a low kick from Strap.
Tanahashi thuds his right hand into Strap's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Strap swings for the body but Tanahashi moves out of range.
Tanahashi takes a swing at Strap's ribcage but misses.
Strap fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tanahashi just manages to avoid it.#T4#
Strap throws an overhand right that lands on Tanahashi's shoulder, as Tanahashi tries to avoid the shot.
Strap throws a quick inside leg kick.
Strap lands a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strap moves out of range of the strikes.
Strap slips a jab and a cross from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Strap had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Strap moves out of range of the strikes.
Tanahashi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strap moves away.
Tanahashi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strap was well out of range. Poor timing from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi throws a body punch but Strap moves out of range.
It looked like Strap wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Strap throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Some wild striking there from Strap.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tanahashi.
Strap lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tanahashi lands with a hook. Strap tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tanahashi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strap.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tomohiro Tanahashi dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tanahashi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Strap throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Strap waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tanahashi.
Tanahashi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tanahashi lands a nice shot to the body.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Strap might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Tanahashi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Strap checks a leg kick.
Tanahashi scores with a body shot.
Tanahashi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
As Tanahashi backs away, Strap returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Tanahashi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tanahashi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strap was well out of range. Poor timing from Tanahashi.
Strap tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tanahashi is able to avoid easily.
Tanahashi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Strap at a distance.
Strap loads up on a big right hand but Tanahashi slips the punch.
Strap shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tanahashi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strap moves away from the strike by Tanahashi.
Tanahashi just misses with a punch to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tanahashi avoids the head kick by Strap. #T1#
Tanahashi misses with a wild body shot.
As Tanahashi backs away, Strap returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Tanahashi falls off balance throwing a combination
and Strap counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Tanahashi misses with a two punch combination.
Strap with a nice calf kick.
Strap takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Strap tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Strap misses with a low kick as Tanahashi jumps back.
Tanahashi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tanahashi lands with a right hand.
Tanahashi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tomohiro Tanahashi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tanahashi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strap.
Tanahashi misses with a hook.
Tanahashi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Strap throws a right and a left that Tanahashi avoids nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab lands there for Tanahashi.
Tanahashi throws a leg kick which misses Strap's front leg but catches the back leg as Strap tries to avoid it. #T2#
Strap misses with a double jab.
Tanahashi lands with a hook. Strap tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Strap misses with a body shot.
Strap getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Strap ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tanahashi throws a jab when Strap was well out of range.
Tanahashi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strap manages to avoid it.
Strap keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tanahashi ducks under a wild hook from Strap.
Tanahashi avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tanahashi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tanahashi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strap manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tanahashi. Strap does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tanahashi digs a good hook to Strap's body. #T3#
Tanahashi works Strap's body with a nice hook.
Strap throws a body shot but no joy.
Strap lands an overhand right.
Strap misses the jab.
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but Tanahashi is just out of range.
Tanahashi throws a leg kick that misses.
Tanahashi slips under a jab from Strap.
A shot to the liver by Tanahashi. Beautiful body shot.
Tanahashi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tanahashi 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.
That kick from Tanahashi tenderised Strap's leg. Strap is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tanahashi on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Strap swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Strap fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tanahashi, pushing him back against the cage.
Strap throws a punch but it's blocked by Tanahashi.
Tanahashi creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Strap misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4##BC#
Strap manages to break the clinch.
A big right from Tanahashi misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strap slips a jab from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tanahashi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Strap sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Strap with a hook.
Tanahashi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jab, jab by Tanahashi - just one landing.
Tanahashi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tanahashi falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Strap moves into the clinch.
Tanahashi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tanahashi is trying to force a seperation but Strap has the dominant position.
Strap throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tanahashi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tanahashi misses with some punches.
Strap lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Jock Strap 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Strap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tanahashi was well out of range. Poor timing from Strap.
Strap throws a jab when Tanahashi was well out of range.
Strap throws a nice outside leg kick.
A low kick from Tanahashi is predictable there
letting Strap counter with a right hand.
Tanahashi jabs Strap to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tanahashi ducks under a wild hook from Strap.
A swing and a miss from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi throws a low kick but Strap avoids it.
Strap throws a push kick but Tanahashi slaps the foot to one side.
Tanahashi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A lazy left from Tanahashi finds it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Strap. Those never looked like landing.
Strap lands a body shot.
Strap is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Strap misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
An inside leg kick lands from Tanahashi.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strap slips under a jab.
Tanahashi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T1#
Strap with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tanahashi to score with a decent uppercut.
Strap thumps Tanahashi with a low kick.
Tanahashi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strap.
Nice defenses there by Tanahashi.
A jab from Tanahashi misses.
Tanahashi connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tanahashi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strap.
Strap has a takedown stuffed.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tanahashi. That's going to slow Strap down.
Strap misses with a hook
letting Tanahashi counter with a right hand.
Tanahashi connects with a good right hand that stumbles Strap. Strap circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tanahashi throws a leg kick but Strap sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Strap lands a right hook to the body.
Strap throws a looping overhand right but Tanahashi ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Tanahashi throws a leg kick
and Strap counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Strap avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Strap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tanahashi manages to avoid it.
Tanahashi misses with a wild body shot.
Tanahashi misses the shot to the body.
Tanahashi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Strap.
Tanahashi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tanahashi throws a jab when Strap was well out of range.
Tanahashi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Strap circles away quickly and effectively.
Strap misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strap.
As Tanahashi looks to move away, Strap throws a big counter combo but Tanahashi just gets out of the way.
Tanahashi misses the shot to the body.
Tanahashi checks a leg kick.
Strap tries to land a leg kick but Tanahashi saw it coming and moves away.
Tanahashi throws a hook but Strap blocks it.#T3#
Strap takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tanahashi scores with a hook to the body. Strap takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tanahashi misses with the combination.
A big right from Strap misses.
Strap ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A bone on bone clash there as Strap blocks the leg kick.
Tanahashi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Strap throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tanahashi digs a good body shot into Strap's ribs.
Strap blocks a leg kick.
Tanahashi scores with a leg kick.
Tanahashi lands a nice shot to the body.
Tanahashi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Strap.
Tanahashi throws a lazy right hand but Strap sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Strap swings widly with a right hand
enabling Tanahashi to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Tanahashi missing with a left hand there. Strap was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Strap is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Tanahashi lands with a nice combination. Strap backs away looking to recover.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Strap throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Tanahashi tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Strap is in Tanahashi's guard.
Strap advances position into side control!
Tanahashi prevents Strap from improving position. #SUB#
Strap is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Tanahashi is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Strap wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tanahashi keeps working.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tomohiro Tanahashi.
I think Tanahashi 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 George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Tomohiro Tanahashi!

Tomohiro Tanahashi decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: SYN 841 Po vs. Dionisy     
Date:   Oct 16, 2021
#R1#
Strauss misses with a right hand
and Strap counters with a right hand to the body.
Strauss looks to land a left hand but Strap moved out of range nicely.
Strauss 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.
Strauss throws a head kick but Strap moves out of range.
Strauss throws a nice outside leg kick.
Strap moves away from the strike by Strauss.
Strap uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strauss.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Strap, as that shot connected.
Strap has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Mentor Gym in the buildup to the fight.
A decent looking cross lands there for Strauss.
Strauss throws a leg kick but Strap sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Strap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Strauss misses with a shot to the body
and Strap counters with an inside leg kick.
Strauss throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Strauss scores with a shot to the body.
The crowd cheers as Strap lands an impressive looking overhand right. Strauss doesn't seem phased though.
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!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Strauss.
Strauss pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T1#
Strauss lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Strauss cracks Strap with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Strap will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Strauss with the counter takedown but Strap avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Strauss misses its intended target.
Strauss uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Strap.
Strap pivots, looking for a leg kick but Strauss is out of range and Strap settles back down.
Strauss lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Strap is looking to score with low kicks.
Strap takes one to the side of the head.
Strap slips under a jab.
Strap throws a low kick but Strauss avoids it.
Strauss blocks the body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Strauss.
A good leg kick by Strap.
Strauss goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T2#
A shot to the liver by Strap. Beautiful body shot.
Strauss misses with a double jab
enabling Strap to counter with a crisp jab.
Strauss rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Strap moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Strap throws a hook to the side of Strauss's head but Strauss sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Strauss tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Strauss throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Strap uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strauss.
Strauss fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strap manages to avoid it.
Strauss steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Strap.
Strap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Strauss.
Strauss moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Strauss lands a body shot.
Strauss throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Strap cracks Strauss with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T3#
Strap throws a one two combo.
Strap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strauss was well out of range. Poor timing from Strap.
Strauss misses with a wild body shot.
A combination from Strap does no damage.
A jab from Strauss misses.
Strauss is looking to slow Strap down with leg kicks.
Strauss takes a jab right on the kisser.
Strauss misses with an uppercut. Strap saw that one coming.
Strap jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Strauss's corner calls for a 1-2. Strauss obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Strauss throws a nice looking combination but Strap bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A jab from Strauss misses.
Strauss scores with a leg kick.
Strap jabs at Strauss's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A low kick from Strauss misses
and Strap counters with a stiff right hand.
Strap misses with a body shot.
Strauss drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Strap defends it well.#T4#
Strauss connects with a solid leg kick.
Strap checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A counter left hand to the body from Strap misses its target.
Strauss misses with a straight left.
Strauss checks a low kick from Strap.
Strauss misses with a right hand
and Strap counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Strauss misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from Strap on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Strauss keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Strauss misses the shot to the body.
Strap dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Strauss fails to land with a series of punches.
Strap attempts a counter takedown but Strauss avoids it well and moves away.
Strauss misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Strap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A swing and a miss from Strap.
Strap slips a straight right by Strauss.
Strauss checks a leg kick nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wilhelm Strauss dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Strap's jab looks to have found its range, popping Strauss under the eye.
Strauss steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Strap.
Strauss lands a nice shot to the body.
Strap throws a leg kick but Strauss moved away.
Strap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strauss was well out of range. Poor timing from Strap.
And Strauss tries to counter it with a takedown but Strap pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL#
Strap darts in and clinches Strauss up against the cage.
Strap pushes Strauss back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Strauss blocks a body shot from Strap.
Strap working aggressively here.
Strauss misses with a punch on the inside.
Strap is looking to control Strauss's arms but Strauss gets an underhook and turns him. Now Strap has his back to the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap avoiding damage as Strauss throws knees to the body.
Strap working aggressively here. #BC#
Strap breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Strauss pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Strap throws a head kick but Strauss moves out of range.
Strauss tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Strap throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Strap lands a nice leg kick that just misses Strauss's sensitive parts.
Strap lands a right hook to the body.
Strauss tries to work over Strap's front leg with a kick but Strap checks it.
Strap will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Strap tried to score with a low kick but Strauss checks it.
Strauss thumps Strap with a low kick.
Strap thuds a left hand into Strauss's body.
Strauss misses with a head kick.
Strauss stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Strauss wants it to stay on the feet.
Strauss with the counter takedown but Strap avoids it easily.
Strauss misses with a leg kick
and Strap counters with a right hand to the body.
Strauss scores with a hook to the body. Strap takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Strauss dodges the punch combination from Strap.
Strap throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Strap bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strap throws a hook to the side of Strauss's head but Strauss sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Strap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strauss was well out of range. Poor timing from Strap.
Strap fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strauss staying out of range there.
Strauss comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Strap lands a really nice looking cross but Strauss seems unphased.
Strap shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Strap loads up on a big right hand but Strauss slips the punch.
Strap will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Strauss lands a glancing blow to the side of Strap's head.
Strap thuds a left hand into Strauss's body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Strap.
And Strauss tries to counter it with a takedown but Strap pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Strauss throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Strap on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Strauss misses with an attempted mid kick.
Strap tried to score with a low kick but Strauss checks it.
Strap checks a leg kick nicely.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Strauss checks a leg kick.
Strauss throws a wild body kick that Strap sees coming a mile off.
Strauss is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Strauss scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Strauss sizes up Strap with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Strauss throws a right and a left that Strap avoids nicely.
Strauss fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Strap is out of range.
It appears Strap was looking to counter with a kick there.
Strauss is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Strap.
Strap keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Strap throws a body punch but Strauss moves out of range.
Wilhelm Strauss seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Strauss checks a low kick from Strap.
Strauss is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A clash of legs there as Strauss blocks the low kick.
Strauss fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wilhelm Strauss is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Strap moves out of range as Strauss throws a body kick.
As Strauss backs away, Strap returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Strauss throws a jab but it's blocked by Strap.
Strap fires out a quick counter leg kick but Strauss just manages to avoid it.
Strauss scores with a leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strap connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Strauss cracks Strap with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Strauss takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Strauss motions for Strap to come forward. Strauss throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Strap misses the target.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Strauss lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Strauss keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Strap misses with a series of wild punches.
Strauss drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Strap defends it well.
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 Jock Strap 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#
A shot to the body from Strauss misses
and Strap counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Strap misses with a leg kick.
Strauss throws a leg kick but Strap moved away.
Strap half committed to a counter leg kick.
Strauss throws a jab but it's blocked by Strap.
Strap misses with a series of wild punches.
Strauss is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Strauss checks a low kick from Strap.
Strauss is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Strap looks for the body kick but Strauss saw that one coming.
Strap 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.
Strap throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Strauss sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strauss lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Strauss.
Strap tries to close the distance and clinch up but Strauss swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Strauss feints the counter takedown.
Strauss connects with a nice looking jab.
Strap fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Strauss looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Strap cracks Strauss with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1#
Strauss works Strap's body with a nice hook.
Strap throws a front kick aimed at Strauss's knee but Strauss avoids it well.
Strap shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Strap tries to work over Strauss's front leg with a kick but Strauss checks it.
Strauss bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strap tries to work over Strauss's front leg with a kick but Strauss checks it.
Strauss with the counter takedown but Strap avoids it easily.
Strauss throws out a leg kick but Strap moves out of range and Strauss only half commits.
Strauss throws a hook to the side of Strap's head but Strap sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Strauss lands a glancing blow to the side of Strap's head.
Strauss bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strauss changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A bone on bone clash there as Strauss blocks the leg kick.
Strap throws a low kick but Strauss moves out of range easily.
And Strauss tries to counter it with a takedown but Strap pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Strap is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Strauss. #T2#
Strauss takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Strap throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Strauss closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Strap throws an overhand right that lands on Strauss's shoulder, as Strauss tries to avoid the shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A decent looking cross lands there for Strauss.
Strauss lands with a good body shot.
Strauss misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Strap throwing a counter right hand but Strauss manages to avoid it.
Strap throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Strauss misses with a wild body shot.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strauss moves away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Strauss.
Strap moves out of range of the leg kick from Strauss.
Strap shoots in but no luck this time.
Strauss throws a body punch but Strap moves out of range. #T3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Strap, as that shot connected.
Strap uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Strauss.
It looked like Strap was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Strauss.
Strauss looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Strap drops his hands momentarily and Strauss takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Strauss throws a body punch but Strap moves out of range.
Strap lands an overhand right.
Strap tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Strauss is able to avoid easily.
Strap uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strauss.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strap checks a low kick from Strauss.
Strauss misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice cross by Strauss.
A clash of legs there as Strap blocks the low kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Strap misses the target.
Strap looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The fighters circling - Strauss throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Some wild striking there from Strauss.
A big right from Strauss misses.
Strap tries to clinch up but Strauss circles away and keeps his distance.
Strauss avoids the body shot from Strap.
Strap scores with a jab to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Strap swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Strauss throws a low kick but it's checked well by Strap.
Strap moves into range and connects with a jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Strauss. That snapped Strap's head back.
Strauss throws a sloppy head kick
and Strap counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Strap misses with a few strikes there.
Strauss is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Strap slips a straight right by Strauss.
Strauss is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Strap.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wilhelm Strauss!

Jumping up and down and very excited, Wilhelm Strauss waved his t-shirt featuring Arcticus University: London's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: SYN 832 Sitsongrit vs. William     
Date:   Sep 12, 2021
#R1#
Chavez is looking to land body kicks.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Strap lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Chavez has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Chavez and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Strap just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromChavez.
A combination from Strap does no damage.
Nice defenses there by Chavez.
Strap goes for a double leg but Chavez avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Chavez continues to drive forward.
A clash of legs there as Chavez blocks the low kick.
Strap misses with a head kick.
Chavez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chavez throws a head kick but Strap moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Strap on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Strap avoids the body shot from Chavez.
Danga de danga de dang - Chavez scores with a four punch combination!
Strap tries for a takedown but Chavez sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Chavez fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT#It looks like Jock Strap has been cut.
Strap misses with a looping right.
Strap blocks a head kick by Chavez.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chavez misses with a wild body shot.
Strap tries to counter with a clinch but Chavez shakes him off and moves away.
Chavez throws a sloppy head kick
and Strap counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Strap misses with a low kick.
Chavez keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Chavez.
Strap lands with an uppercut that bounces Chavez off the cage and back into range.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Chavez has knocked Strap down with a huge combo! Chavez steps away and waves a wobbly Strap back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Chavez swinging wildly here. #TD2#
Strap closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Chavez to the mat! Chavez manages to get full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Strap trying to control but Chavez is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Strap trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chavez is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Strap passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T2#
Strap wants to control but Chavez is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Strap tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Strap controlling the position.
Strap is looking to take a break and control but Chavez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Chavez is trying to escape the position but Strap is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Strap goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Chavez has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Strap but great work by Chavez.
Chavez tries to stand but Strap is controlling his head.
You can see the frustration on Strap's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Strap tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Chavez controlling from side mount.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Strap struggling a bit here.
Chavez wants to control but Strap is keeping him busy.
Strap is trying to improve his position.
Chavez sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Strap is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Domingo Chavez dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jock Strap's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Strap with a nice cross.
Chavez throws a head kick that misses.
Strap keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chavez.
Strap pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Domingo Chavez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strap throws a looping overhand right but Chavez ducks down to avoid it.
Strap clobbers Chavez with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Strap throws a front kick aimed at Chavez's knee but Chavez avoids it well.
Strap lands a nice leg kick that just misses Chavez's sensitive parts.
Chavez throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Strap to counter with a crisp jab.
Chavez looks to throw the jab but Strap is out of range.
Strap swings away with a leg kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Chavez looks to land a right hand but Strap moved out of range.
Strap drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
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!
Strap lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Chavez pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Strap misses with an uppercut.
Chavez throws a head kick that half lands.
Chavez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Chavez is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Chavez looks to land a left hand but Strap moved out of range nicely.
Chavez looks to score with a jab to the body but Strap is just out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Strap misses.
Chavez misses with a looping left.
Chavez looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chavez throws a jab but it's blocked by Strap.
A nice side step and Strap releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Strap with a hook.
Strap gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Chavez counters with a straight right hand.
Chavez takes a swing at Strap's ribcage but misses.
Chavez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Strap looks to land a left hand but Chavez moved out of range nicely.
Strap lands with a straight right. Chavez didn't see that one coming.
Strap slips under a jab from Chavez.
Strap looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chavez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Chavez lands a high kick!
Chavez throws a head kick that misses.
Chavez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Good leg kick by Strap.
Chavez misses with a head kick.
Chavez takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Strap drops his hands momentarily and Chavez takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Strap fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A head kick misses from Chavez.
Domingo Chavez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Strap misses with a body shot.
Strap sizes up Chavez with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Strap takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Strap throws a head kick that misses.
Chavez misses with the body kick
and Strap counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Chavez throws a head kick that misses
and Strap counters with a nice uppercut.
Chavez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Strap misses the jab.
Chavez throws a sloppy head kick and Strap moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Strap on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Chavez misses with a straight right.
Strap bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Chavez's head backwards.
Chavez takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A big right from Chavez misses.
Domingo Chavez is winning the standup battle so far.
Chavez throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Strap counters with a stiff right hand.
Chavez blocks a leg kick.
Strap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavez was well out of range. Poor timing from Strap.
Strap tests Chavez's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Strap's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Strap duly obliges.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strap lands with a good body shot.#T4#
Strap feints and then cracks Chavez's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chavez down.
Strap misses with an uppercut. Chavez saw that one coming.
Strap with a nice calf kick.
Strap dodges the punch combination from Chavez.
Chavez scores with a head kick.
Chavez lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Strap backs up against the cage.
Chavez lands with a hook. Strap tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Strap scores with a nice right hand.
Chavez throws a big shot that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chavez connects with a high kick. #ROC#Strap is rocked!
Domingo Chavez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Chavez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Strap.
Strap is still on wobbly legs! Can Chavez finish him?
That kick from Strap tenderised Chavez's leg. Chavez is trying to keep his angry face on.
Strap seems to have recovered his senses.
A swing and a miss from Chavez.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jock Strap will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Jock Strap's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Chavez throws an off balance right hand
and Strap counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Chavez thinking.
Good work by Chavez as he checks the leg kick.
Strap throws a lazy uppercut
and Chavez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strap blocks a head kick by Chavez.
Strap misses with a low kick. #CL2#
Chavez gets tackled into the cage by Strap. Strap maintains the clinch.
Chavez prevents a body shot from Strap. #BC#
Chavez breaks the clinch.
Chavez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strap moves away.
Strap with a nice cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Chavez misses.
Strap takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A jab from Chavez misses.
Strap tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Chavez defends well and Strap ends up having to push Chavez into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Strap tries a low kick but Chavez avoids it.#T1#
Strap ducks under a wild hook from Chavez.
Chavez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strap manages to avoid it.
Chavez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strap.
Chavez looks to land a left hand but Strap moved out of range nicely.
Chavez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chavez throws a right and a left that both miss.
Strap is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Chavez with a body shot.
Chavez swinging wildly here.
Chavez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A shot to the liver by Strap. Beautiful body shot.
Strap pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Strap throws a shot from downtown. Chavez moves away and avoids it.
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but Chavez is just out of range.
Some wild striking there from Chavez. #T2#
Nice uppercut lands for Strap. That snapped Chavez's head back.
Strap keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Chavez looks to land a combination but Strap avoids it well.
Strap takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chavez throws a sloppy head kick and Strap moves out of range easily.
Strap looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A head kick misses from Chavez.
Chavez takes a swing at Strap's ribcage but misses.
Chavez misses with a double jab.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A low kick from Strap is predictable there
and Chavez counters with a straight right hand.
Strap takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A shot to the body from Chavez misses
and Chavez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Strap throws a lazy right hand but Chavez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Strap shoots in looking for a takedown. Chavez tries to sprawl out of it but Strap keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Chavez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
Chavez misses with a double jab
and Strap counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chavez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Strap throws out the jab.
Chavez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Good leg kick by Strap.
Chavez with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Chavez throws a lazy head kick
and Strap makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Chavez with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Strap to score with a decent uppercut.
Chavez lands a high kick!
Strap misses with a straight left.
Chavez ducks under a wild hook from Strap.
Chavez looks to score with a jab to the body but Strap is just out of range.#T4#
Strap fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Chavez on the side of the head.
Strap slips a straight right by Chavez.
Strap misses with a body shot.
Chavez is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Strap keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Strap tries a quick counter leg kick but Chavez is wise to it.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Chavez misses with a series of wild punches.
Strap has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Strap there as he acknowledges the shot.
Strap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Strap backs away, Chavez returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Strap uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Chavez has time to react.
Chavez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Chavez throws a body shot but no joy.
It seemed like Strap was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chavez moves away.
Chavez misses with a straight right.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: SYN 820 Maluga vs. Mumu     
Date:   Aug 01, 2021
#R1#
Kluba doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Strap takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kluba swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kluba takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Strap digs a good body shot into Kluba's ribs.#TD2#
Strap changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kluba looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB2#
Strap is working to tighten his grip on Kluba's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Kluba has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Strap is really squeezing tight and eventually Kluba passes out! Strap breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Jock Strap!
Jock Strap bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: SYN 808 Whymer vs. Number II     
Date:   Jun 26, 2021
#R1#
Strap throws a body kick that misses.
Von Mises lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Strap blocks a head kick by Von Mises.
Strap stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Von Mises.
Strap checks a low kick from Von Mises.
As Von Mises looks to move away, Strap throws a big counter combo but Von Mises just gets out of the way.
Von Mises misses with a looping left.
Strap scoring well with a low kick there.
Strap has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Mentor Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Strap throws an off balance right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Von Mises uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Strap has time to react.
Strap throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Von Mises doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Von Mises misses with a straight right.
Strap throws an off balance right hand
and Von Mises makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A lazy left from Von Mises finds it's target.#T1#
Von Mises motions for Strap to come forward. Von Mises throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Von Mises takes a swing at Strap's ribcage but misses.
Nice shot lands for Strap.
Strap throws a predictable looking body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Von Mises gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Strap fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Von Mises has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nice cross by Von Mises.
Von Mises jabs at Strap's body.
Strap thuds a left hand into Von Mises's body.
Strap takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Strap looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strap misses with a jab, cross combination.
Strap 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.
Strap throws a body kick that misses.
Nice uppercut there from Strap.
Von Mises lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
A head kick misses from Von Mises.
Strap throws out a loose jab but Von Mises uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strap walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Von Mises checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Von Mises throws a counter combo.
Strap lands a jab-cross combination.
Von Mises feints and then cracks Strap's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Strap down.
Von Mises throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Strap misses the target.
Strap scoring well with a low kick there.
Jock Strap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Strap throws a big shot that misses.
Von Mises tests Strap's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Von Mises.
Von Mises lands with a right hand.
Strap 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.
Strap connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Strap throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A left and a right from Strap both land. Nice combination.
Strap tries to land a leg kick but Von Mises saw it coming and moves away.
Von Mises moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Strap checks a leg kick. #T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Strap, as that shot connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Von Mises throws a low kick but Strap avoids it.
Von Mises tries a head kick but it misses.
Von Mises connects with a solid leg kick.
Von Mises connects with a body shot that sends Strap's belly button to the back.
Strap misses with a lunging right hand
and Von Mises counters with a low kick, right behind Strap 's knee.
Von Mises has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A decent looking cross lands there for Strap.
Strap waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Von Mises.
Strap misses the jab.
Von Mises raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Von Mises pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Strap slips under a jab.
Strap throws a poor cross that misses
and Von Mises counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ludwig Von Mises will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Strap with a nice calf kick.
Strap misses with a wild body shot.
Von Mises uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strap.
Von Mises is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Strap with a body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Von Mises.
Ludwig Von Mises seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Strap misses with the combination.
A head kick misses from Von Mises.
A quick step to the side and Strap tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Von Mises has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Strap.#TD#
Strap shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Strap was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
Strap wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Von Mises, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Von Mises is trying to improve his position.#T1##SUB#
Strap tries for a kimura but Von Mises is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Von Mises manages to work his way to half guard, despite Strap's best efforts.#SUB2#
Von Mises looking for submissions off his back.
Von Mises tries to roll over but Strap keeps him under control.
Strap tries to pass to full mount but Von Mises defends it.
Strap is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Strap is looking for a kimura but Von Mises is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Strap to get the leverage. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Von Mises wants to control but Strap is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Von Mises looking for submissions off his back.
Von Mises manages to get to full guard.
Strap wants to control from the top but Von Mises keeps moving.
Strap controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Strap drops back looking for a leg! Von Mises is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Von Mises manages to kick Strap off! Strap jumps back into Von Mises's guard. #T3#
Von Mises keeping moving, preventing Strap from controlling successfully.
Strap is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Von Mises is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Von Mises has his foot on Strap's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Strap works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Von Mises is looking for a triangle but Strap pushes his legs off easily.
Strap stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Von Mises swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Strap not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Von Mises lands a slapping body shot.
Von Mises has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Strap.
Strap misses with a low kick.
Von Mises throws a fast counter high kick but Strap manages to duck under it in time.
Von Mises fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Von Mises throws a head kick but Strap moves out of range.
Both fighters circling a little - Von Mises finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Von Mises with a hook.
Strap fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Von Mises has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Strap looks to throw the jab but Von Mises is out of range.
Von Mises tries to bum rush Strap with a series of wild strikes but Strap uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
It looked like Strap was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Von Mises.
Strap displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Von Mises throws out the jab.
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 Jock Strap will probably get the nod.
That's time! Strap's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Von Mises scores with a nice right hand.
Von Mises lands a high kick!
Von Mises wants to slow Strap down by chopping away at his legs.
Von Mises throws a big shot that misses.
Strap lands with a good body shot.
Strap scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A good leg kick by Strap.
Strap gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Von Mises.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Von Mises throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Strap counters with a slapping leg kick.
Von Mises checks a low kick from Strap.
Strap lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Strap avoids a kick to the body.
Strap looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T1##TD#
Strap gets a takedown into half guard.
Von Mises gets back to full guard.
Strap trying to control the position from guard on top but Von Mises is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Von Mises lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Von Mises trying to control but Strap is working from the bottom.
Strap is trying to keep Von Mises in close.
Jock Strap overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Von Mises engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Von Mises trying to control the position from guard on top but Strap is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Strap looking to control.
Von Mises pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Strap is keeping the position for now.
Von Mises trying to control but Strap is working from the bottom.
Von Mises looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Strap working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Von Mises doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Von Mises manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Von Mises wants to control from the top but Strap keeps moving.
Von Mises preventing the sweep.
Von Mises works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Von Mises is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Strap won't allow Von Mises to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Von Mises seems to be looking for submissions. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Von Mises is looking for a kimura here.
Von Mises is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Strap throws a big shot that misses.
Von Mises doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Von Mises swings away with a leg kick that misses.
As Von Mises backs away, Strap returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Von Mises connects with a body shot that sends Strap's belly button to the back.
Strap looks to land a right hand but Von Mises moved out of range.
Von Mises has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Von Mises. Strap shrugs it off though.
Strap bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ludwig Von Mises.
I think Von Mises 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ludwig Von Mises!

A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Ludwig Von Mises made sure he mentioned Urban Fighter, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: ALPHA-1: Fight Kingdom Night 1     
Date:   May 29, 2021
#R1#
A big right from Cup misses.
Cup throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cup misses with an uppercut
and Cup takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cup takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Cup takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Cup tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Cup takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Strap scores with a nice head shot.
Strap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cup manages to avoid it.
Cup lands the left hand.
Cup fails with an attempt to clinch.
A jab from Strap misses.
Cup misses the shot to the body.
And Strap tries to counter it with a takedown but Cup pushes his down on his head and steps out.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strap bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strap drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Cup defends it well.
Strap scores with a hook.
Strap showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cup. #T1#
Cup paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice shot by Strap.
Strap showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cup.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Strap! But no joy.
Cup clobbers Strap with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Cup misses with a series of wild punches.
Strap scores with a hook to the body. Cup takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Cup pivots, looking for a leg kick but Strap is out of range and Cup settles back down.
Strap throws a sloppy head kick and Cup moves out of range easily.
Cup is looking to clinch.
Cup misses with a body shot.
Cup misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Cup misses with an uppercut
and Strap counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strap scores with a jab to the jaw.
Strap throws a big shot that misses.
Strap lands a slapping body shot.
Strap showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cup.
Some wild striking there from Cup.
Strap moves out of range of the body kick from Cup. #CL#
Cup gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Strap scores with a hook to the body.
Cup blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cup has Strap pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Strap manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Cup throws a punch but it's blocked by Strap.
Strap scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Strap tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cup is trying to force a seperation but Strap has the dominant position.
Cup throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Strap breaks from the clinch.
Jock Strap is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Strap takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T3#
Strap uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cup.
Blue Cup seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cup throws a jab when Strap was well out of range.
Strap lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Cup throws a poor cross that misses
and Strap counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Cup is rocked!
The fight stays on the outside here - Cup looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Strap showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cup.
Cup gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Strap gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Cup is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jock Strap!
Jock Strap was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
The defeated Blue Cup had this to say: 'That wasn't fun.'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 07, 2021
#R1#
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strap throws a shot to the body.
Wilcox keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Wilcox misses with a looping left.
Strap finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Strap throws a looping overhand right but Wilcox ducks down to avoid it.
Wilcox throwing a counter right hand but Strap manages to avoid it.
Wilcox throws a leg kick which misses Strap's front leg but catches the back leg as Strap tries to avoid it.
Wilcox lands a nice looking body shot.
Nice defenses there by Wilcox.
Wilcox misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Strap.
Strap looks to throw the jab but Wilcox is out of range.
Strap throws an overhand right that lands on Wilcox's shoulder, as Wilcox tries to avoid the shot.
Donovan Wilcox seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilcox scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but Wilcox is just out of range.
Wilcox ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strap moves away.
Strap steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wilcox.
Good work by Strap as he checks the leg kick.
Wilcox avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little feinted left hand from Wilcox on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
A low kick lands for Wilcox.
A jab from Wilcox misses.
Wilcox misses with a looping left.
Wilcox moves out of range as Strap strikes.
Wilcox throws a poor cross that misses
and Strap counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Strap moves out of range as Wilcox strikes.
Strap shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Strap shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Wilcox pinned against the cage. Wilcox gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nice defenses there by Strap.
Strap throws a hook to the side of Wilcox's head but Wilcox sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wilcox stuns Strap with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Wilcox.
Wilcox slips a straight right by Strap.
Wilcox attempts a counter takedown but Strap avoids it well and moves away.
Strap throws a shot from downtown. Wilcox moves away and avoids it.
Wilcox appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Wilcox lands with a kick to the ribs. #T2#
Nice uppercut there from Wilcox.
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!
Strap throws a jab when Wilcox was well out of range.
Wilcox avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Strap throws out a leg kick but Wilcox moves out of range and Strap only half commits.
A counter left hand to the body from Wilcox misses its target.
Wilcox fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strap manages to avoid it.
Wilcox ducks under a wild hook from Strap.
Wilcox throws a hook but Strap blocks it.
Wilcox takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Wilcox keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strap.
Strap misses with an uppercut. Wilcox saw that one coming.
Wilcox attempts a counter takedown but Strap avoids it well and moves away.
Wilcox misses with a head kick.
Strap throws out a leg kick but Wilcox moves out of range and Strap only half commits.
A little feinted left hand from Wilcox on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wilcox misses with an uppercut.
Strap scores with a punch to the head.
Wilcox throws a hook but Strap avoids it easily.
Wilcox dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Strap. That did some damage!
Strap uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wilcox.#T3#
Wilcox tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#TD2#
Strap closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Wilcox manages to get back to half guard.
Wilcox works his way to full guard. Good work.
Strap wants to control from the top but Wilcox keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wilcox 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.
Wilcox looking to control.
Strap controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wilcox keeping moving, preventing Strap from controlling successfully.
Strap might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Wilcox haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Wilcox is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Strap is aware though and is defending well.#T4##SUB2#
Strap thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Strap pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wilcox is keeping the position for now.
Strap is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Wilcox wants to sweep here but Strap controlling him for the moment.
Strap controls from within his opponent's guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Wilcox is looking for a triangle but Strap pushes his legs off easily.
Wilcox seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
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 Donovan Wilcox will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Strap uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wilcox.
Strap is looking to land body kicks.
Strap takes one to the chin there.
Wilcox tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wilcox takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wilcox looks to throw the jab but Strap is out of range.
Strap misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wilcox.
Strap waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wilcox.
Strap lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Wilcox fails to land with a series of punches.
Strap blocks a jab.
It seemed like Strap was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wilcox throws a lazy uppercut
and Strap counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wilcox throws a sloppy body shot
and Strap counters with a nice uppercut.
Wilcox throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little jabbing left from Strap on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Wilcox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strap misses the jab.
Wilcox pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
That kick from Strap tenderised Wilcox's leg. Wilcox is trying to keep his angry face on.
Strap misses with a double jab.
Wilcox moves away from the strike by Strap.
Wilcox connects with a body shot.
Strap throws a one two combo.
Strap lands with a thumping leg kick.
Strap misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wilcox ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An attempted straight right counter from Wilcox misses the target.
Strap thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab lands there for Wilcox.
Wilcox drops his hands momentarily and Strap takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strap throws a sloppy head kick and Wilcox moves out of range easily.
Wilcox scores with a nice strike.
Strap uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wilcox.
Wilcox lands a nice leg kick that just misses Strap's sensitive parts.
Strap takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T2#
Strap scores with a jab. Wilcox acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Strap crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Wilcox - the referee stops the clock and Strap gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Wilcox. Strap manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Decent striking displayed by Strap there.
Strap swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wilcox throws a shot from downtown. Strap moves away and avoids it.
Wilcox swings for the body but Strap moves out of range.
Jock Strap seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wilcox throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Strap is looking for the big counter here.
Wilcox walks into a jab.
Strap misses with an uppercut #CL#
and Wilcox holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Wilcox pushes off an throws an elbow but Strap leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Strap lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wilcox misses with some punches.
Strap works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Strap stalling in the clinch but Wilcox improves position.
Strap blocks the elbow strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Strap.
Wilcox taking a breather. #T3#
Strap lands a body shot.
Wilcox looking for a takedown.
Strap throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Strap lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Strap escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Strap throws out a powerful jab.
Wilcox listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Strap cracks Wilcox with a good jab.
Strap dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Wilcox. That did some damage!
Strap lands a jab.
Strap lands a body shot.
Wilcox shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wilcox takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Wilcox checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Strap feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Wilcoxs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Strap slips under a jab.#T4#
Strap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wilcox.
A jab from Strap misses.
Wilcox pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Strap keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wilcox.
Wilcox avoids the body shot from Strap.
Wilcox misses with an uppercut.
Strap scores with a jab to the head.
Wilcox misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Wilcox misses.
No joy there for Wilcox, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wilcox is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Wilcox tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Strap connects with a jab.
Strap avoids the head kick by Wilcox.
Strap misses with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap 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#
Wilcox avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wilcox throws a low kick but it's checked well by Strap.
Wilcox moves forwards but Strap connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wilcox tries to score with a low kick but Strap moves his leg out of the way.
Wilcox uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strap.
Strap throws a poor cross that misses
and Wilcox counters with a straight right hand.
A slow jab from Wilcox misses its intended target.
Wilcox uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strap.
Wilcox throws a hook to the side of Strap's head but Strap sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Strap keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wilcox misses with an uppercut
and Strap counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Strap throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Strap fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Wilcox is out of range.
Wilcox throws an off balance right hand #CL2#
and Strap counters by moving into the clinch.
Strap throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wilcoxs head. #T1##TD2#
Strap jumps guard and drags Wilcox to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Strap looking for a sweep. Not yet Strap, not yet.
Strap not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Strap looking for a guillotine here but Wilcox defends easily.
Strap keeping full guard, as Wilcox tries to pass.
Strap pulls Wilcox in close to prevent any damage.
Strap wants to sweep here but Wilcox controlling him for the moment.
Wilcox has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Strap working a defensive guard here. #T2#
Wilcox throws a big elbow that misses.
Strap keeping full guard, as Wilcox tries to pass.
Wilcox wants to control from the top but Strap keeps moving.
Strap is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Wilcox pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Strap is keeping the position for now.
Wilcox stopping the sweep attempt from Strap.
Wilcox with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Strap looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wilcox is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Strap is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Wilcox is aware though and is defending well.#T3#
Wilcox is in close to Strap's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Wilcox with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Wilcox is posturing up here but Strap has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Wilcox tries to roll out but it's too tight and Wilcox has to tap! Slick submission there by Strap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jock Strap!
Jock Strap bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: GAMMA#882 Newton v Falcone     
Date:   Feb 20, 2021
#R1#
Weight avoids a punch combination nicely.
Weight misses with a wild body shot.
Strap tries to counter by clinching up but Weight breaks away and moves out of range.
Strap lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jock Strap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Weight scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT2#It looks like Jock Strap has been cut.
Strap thows a leg kick but Weight checks it
and Weight connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Strap swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Weight is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Strap with a body shot.
Strap throws a poor cross that misses #KD2#
and Weight counters with a crisp right hand that drops Strap! Weight lets Strap back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Strap is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Weight keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Oh Strap is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Weight slips a jab and a cross from Strap.
A little jabbing left from Weight on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Strap seems to have got his legs back now.
Strap 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.
Strap lands a nice looking body shot.
Strap throws a one two combo. #CUT#It looks like Welter Weight has been cut.#T1#
Strap throws out a leg kick but Weight moves out of range and Strap only half commits.
Weight moves away from the strike by Strap.
It seemed like Weight was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Strap misses with a series of wild punches.
Strap swings for the body but Weight moves out of range.
Welter Weight is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Strap fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Weight scores with a body shot.
Weight slips under a jab from Strap.
A solid leg kick lands there for Strap.
Weight on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Weight keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strap.#T2#
Weight looks to throw the jab but Strap is out of range.
Weight moves into range and connects with a jab.
Weight takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Strap cracks Weight with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Strap shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A little jabbing left from Weight on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Strap misses with a takedown attempt
and Weight counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Strap fails with the takedown.
A little jabbing left from Weight on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Strap fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Weight has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A low kick from Strap is predictable there
and Weight cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Strap misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Weight! But no joy.
Strap looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Strap misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Weight! But no joy.
Strap misses with a double jab
and Weight cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Strap lands with a right hand.
Strap misses with a telegraphed body shot #KD2#
and Weight counters with a nice right hand that sends Strap toppling to the canvas! Strap scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Weight finish him?!
Weight has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Weight checks the leg kick.
Strap scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Weight has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Strap slips a jab from Weight.#T4#
Strap scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Weight uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Strap.
Weight doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Weight lands a slapping body shot.
Strap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Weight manages to avoid it.
Strap shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Weight pinned against the cage. Weight gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Weight doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jock Strap. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Weight slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Weight throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Strap sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Weight stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Strap takes one to the chin there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Welter Weight dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Weight throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Strap counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Weight has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Strap misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Weight counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Welter Weight seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Strap wants to slow Weight down by chopping away at his legs.
Strap pivots, looking for a leg kick but Weight is out of range and Strap settles back down.
Weight looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Weight swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Strap swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Strap tries to land a front kick but Weight steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Weight is looking for the big counter here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weight checks a low kick from Strap.
Weight uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strap.
Weight moves out of range of the strikes.
Weight throws a counter combo.
Strap swings away with a body shot that misses
and Weight counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Strap misses with a low kick as Weight jumps back.
Weight let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Strap throws a low kick but it's checked well by Weight.
Strap lands with a right hand.
Weight misses with an uppercut
and Strap cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#KD2#
Weight cracks Strap with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Strap looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Weight finish him?
Strap throws a combination that misses
and Weight counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Welter Weight!
Welter Weight very nearly forgot to thank Shadow-Battle Clothing 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: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 14, 2021
#R1#
Li fails with an attempt to clinch.
Strap lands a nice shot that snaps Li's head back.
Li wants to clinch up but Strap keeps it at a distance.
Li tries to close the distance and clinch but Strap swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Strap throws a body shot but no joy.
Li lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Strap fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Strap keeps the fight on the outside.
As Li tries to get set, Strap tries to push him back and clinch up but Li manages to avoid the attempt.
Wong Li seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Strap misses with a series of wild punches.
Strap swats away the attempt to clinch by Li.#CL2#
Li rushes Strap and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2#
Li manages to break the clinch.
Strap throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Li shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL2#
Li gets a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Strap breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Strap 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.
Strap lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T1#
Li darts in trying to clinch
and Strap counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Li avoids the body shot from Strap.
Li with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Strap to score with a decent uppercut.
Li wants to clinch
letting Strap counter with a right hand.
Nice body punch from Strap. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Strap lands a right hand that snaps the head of Li backwards.
A left hand lands to the body for Strap.
Li looks winded!
Strap scores with a nice hook to the head.
Li creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Strap lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Li working hard to break the clinch.
Strap makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Strap lands with a short punch from the clinch. #ROC#Li is rocked!
Strap avoiding damage.
Li is still on wobbly legs! Can Strap finish him?
Li is trying to break free.
Strap throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lis head. #TD#
Strap pulls Li into guard. #T2##SUB#
Li is posturing up here but Strap has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Li tries to roll out but it's too tight and Li has to tap! Slick submission there by Strap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jock Strap!
In his post fight interview, Jock Strap started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 25, 2020
#R1#
Strap misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Picogram waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strap.
Strap walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Strap catches Picogram with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Strap connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Strap on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Strap checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A slow jab from Picogram misses its intended target.
Strap motions for Picogram to come forward. Strap throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Picogram looks to score with a jab to the body but Strap is just out of range.
Picogram misses with a looping left.
Strap wants to counter the offense by Picogram and move into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Picogram walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Strap checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A countering left hand to the body from Strap misses.
Strap looks to throw the jab but Picogram is out of range.
Picogram shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Picogram walks into a straight right hand from Strap.
A nice leg kick from Picogram, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strap misses with a low kick as Picogram jumps back.#T1#
Strap looks to throw the jab but Picogram is out of range.
Strap throws an overhand right that lands on Picogram's shoulder, as Picogram tries to avoid the shot.
Strap defending well as Picogram loads up on a big left hand.
Picogram slips a jab from Strap.
Strap attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Aaron Picogram is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Strap shoots in looking for a takedown but Picogram manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Strap's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Picogram uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strap.
Picogram tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Picogram checks a leg kick nicely.
Strap throws a head kick but Picogram moves out of range.
Strap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Picogram manages to avoid it.
Picogram is looking to score with low kicks.
A jab lands there for Strap.
Strap takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Picogram pivots, looking for a leg kick but Strap is out of range and Picogram settles back down. #T2#
Picogram throws a low kick but Strap moves out of range easily.
Strap avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Strap lands a leg kick that knocks Picogram off balance momentarily.
Picogram throws a body shot but no joy.
Strap takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Strap throws a body punch but Picogram moves out of range.
Picogram fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strap manages to avoid it.
Strap listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Strap defending well as Picogram loads up on a big left hand.
Picogram is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Picogram misses with a double jab
and Strap counters with a low kick, right behind Picogram 's knee.
Picogram swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Picogram connects with a body shot that sends Strap's belly button to the back.
Strap throws a poor cross that misses
and Picogram counters with a head kick. That will keep Strap thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! #T3#
Strap misses with a body shot.
Strap connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Picogram takes a swing at Strap's ribcage but misses.
Strap lands a nice leg kick that just misses Picogram's sensitive parts.
Picogram scores with a hook.
Strap scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Strap avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Strap connects with an inside leg kick.
Picogram pivots, looking for a leg kick but Strap is out of range and Picogram settles back down.
Picogram wants to land a leg kick but Strap is out of range.
Strap throws a leg kick
and Picogram counters with a series of strikes. Strap will be more careful next time no doubt.
Nice defenses there by Picogram.
Picogram misses with a wild body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strap takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Picogram misses with a low kick.
Strap counters with a body kick.#T4#
Picogram lands with a slapping head kick.
Picogram connects with a crisp jab.
Picogram throws a big shot that misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Picogram blocks the leg kick.
Strap cracks Picogram with a good jab.
Picogram lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Strap lands a glancing blow to the side of Picogram's head.
Strap looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Strap checks the leg kick.
Strap scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Picogram 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.
Jab, jab by Strap - just one landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Strap lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Strap lands with a right hand.
Picogram slips under a jab from Strap.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jock Strap will probably get the nod.
That's time! Picogram's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Strap lands with a straight right. Picogram didn't see that one coming.
Picogram missing with a left hand there. Strap was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Picogram throws a chopping leg kick but Strap manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Picogram moves away.
Picogram looks to score with a jab to the body but Strap is just out of range.
Picogram throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Strap doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Picogram throws the left hand but Strap avoids the punch easily.
Picogram tried to score with a low kick but Strap checks it.
Strap throws a body kick that misses.
That kick from Picogram tenderised Strap's leg. Strap is trying to keep his angry face on.
Picogram fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap with a nice cross.
Picogram avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Picogram tried to counter with a leg kick but Strap avoided it.
A slow jab from Picogram misses its intended target.
Picogram throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Strap appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Strap throws a body punch but Picogram moves out of range. #T1#
Picogram throws a quick inside leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Picogram lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Strap has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Strap and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Strap will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Picogram throws a jab when Strap was well out of range.
Strap appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Strap misses with a leg kick
and Strap takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice uppercut there from Picogram.
Picogram misses with a looping left.
Picogram throws a low kick but Strap moves out of range easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Strap. That's going to slow Picogram down.
Strap blocks a low kick nicely.
Strap was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Strap scores with a one two! Picogram had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Picogram throws a leg kick but Strap sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Strap misses with a leg kick.
Strap goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T2#
Strap takes a jab right on the kisser.
Aaron Picogram is winning the standup battle so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Picogram swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Strap counters with a nice body shot.
Picogram looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Picogram checks a leg kick nicely.
Picogram takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Picogram scores with a sloppy right hand. Strap should have avoided that one.
Strap lands a nice looking body shot.
Picogram fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Strap looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Strap walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Picogram checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Picogram moves out of range of the body kick from Strap.
A jab from Picogram finds it's way through Strap's defenses.
Picogram bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Strap's head backwards.
Strap jabs Picogram to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Picogram misses with a straight right.
Picogram throws an overhand right that lands on Strap's shoulder, as Strap tries to avoid the shot.
Strap flicks out a counter leg kick but Picogram steps away.#T3#
Picogram ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Picogram misses with a shot to the body
and Strap cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Strap thumps Picogram with a low kick.
Picogram scores with a body shot.
Strap lands a front kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Picogram does a little dance to reset his feet.
Picogram lands a nice shot that snaps Strap's head back.
That kick from Strap tenderised Picogram's leg. Picogram is trying to keep his angry face on.
Picogram throws a body shot but no joy.
Strap tests Picogram's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Picogram is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Picogram throws a head kick but Strap moves out of range.
Picogram blocks a head kick by Strap. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Strap misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Picogram.
Strap tries to move into range but Picogram moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Strap on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Strap connects with the punch.
Strap takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Strap with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A nice leg kick from Strap, right into the meat of the thigh.
Picogram takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Strap slips under a jab from Picogram.
Picogram throws out a powerful jab.
Strap connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #ROC2#Picogram is rocked!
BAM! Strap delivers a spinning backfist that drops Picogram like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Jock Strap!
Jock Strap tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 16, 2020
#R1#
Strap misses with a few strikes there.
Lamas throws a solid leg kick but Strap takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lamas.
Strap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lamas tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Strap manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lamas moves out of range as Strap strikes.
As Strap backs off Lamas throws a huge counter combo but Strap manages to avoid it all.
A big right from Lamas misses.
Lamas swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Strap counter with a right hand.
Lamas wants to clinch up but Strap keeps it at a distance.
Lamas throws a one two combo.
Lamas misses with a head kick.
Lamas throws a nice looking combination but Strap bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Strap swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Strap misses with an uppercut. Lamas saw that one coming.
Lamas throws out a counter right but Strap avoids it with no problem.
Lamas moves into range and connects with a jab.
A jab from Strap misses.
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!
Lamas scores with a body shot.
Strap is breathing heavily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Lamas does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lamas throws a right and a left that Strap avoids nicely. #CL2#
Lamas forces Strap back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
Strap lands a left hand.
Strap working aggressively here. #BC#
Strap breaks the clinch. #KD2#
A head kick lands from Lamas that sends Strap to the canvas. Strap tries to scramble back to his feet but Lamas brings him back down into side control. #ROC2#Strap is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Jock Strap has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lamas controls the position.
Oh Strap is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SU2#
Lamas decides to stand up, so the ref orders Strap to his feet.
Strap seems to have got his legs back now.
We've been hearing reports that Strap has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lamas looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lamas misses with a low kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Strap misses the target.
Lamas with the counter takedown but Strap avoids it easily.
Lamas is looking to clinch.
Strap circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Lamas clinches up against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Lamas takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Lamas is trying to stall. #BC2#
Lamas breaks from the clinch. #T2#
Lamas swinging wildly here.
A quick step to the side and Strap tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lamas checks a leg kick.
Lamas dodges the punch combination from Strap.
Lamas keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL2#
Lamas clinches.
Strap jumps guard but Lamas stands there with Strap around his waist. Strap gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC2#
Lamas's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lamas throws an overhand right that lands on Strap's shoulder, as Strap tries to avoid the shot.
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Lamas! Strap is out on his feet! Lamas rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Strap is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Strap is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Frankie Lamas!

 

Event: GAMMA#872 Manowaru v Horse     
Date:   Dec 12, 2020
#R1#
Strap throws a right hand that misses
and Strap takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thai scores with a jab. Strap acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Thai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Strap takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Strap throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thai tries to clinch but Strap moves out of range.
Strap defending well as Thai loads up on a big left hand.
Thai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Strap has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
A solid body kick from Thai.
A jab from Strap misses. #CL#
Thai darts in and clinches Strap up against the cage.
Strap misses with a punch to the body.
Thai tries to land knees in the clinch but Strap avoids the damage to the body.
Strap avoiding damage as Thai throws knees to the body.
Thai scores a nice knee to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thai missing with knees to the body.
A short right from Thai on the inside. #T1##BC#
Thai breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Thai misses with an attempted mid kick.
Thai wants to slow Strap down by chopping away at his legs.
A slapping leg kick lands for Strap.
A combination from Strap does no damage.
Thai moves away from the strike by Strap.
Thai is looking to counter the offense by Strap and move into the clinch.
Strap lands with a thumping leg kick.
Strap bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strap misses with a takedown attempt
and Thai connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thai throws a leg kick that is checked
and Strap counters with a slapping leg kick.
Thai scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Thai staying out of range there.
Thai tries a head kick but it misses.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thai moves away.
Thai moves in looking to clinch but Strap pushes him off.#T2#
Strap takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An inside leg kick lands from Thai.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Thai does a little dance to reset his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Strap.
Thai misses the shot to the body.
Strap chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Thai can pounce on him.
Strap checks the leg kick.
Strap swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That kick from Thai tenderised Strap's leg. Strap is trying to keep his angry face on.
Thai closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Thai scores with a nice head shot.
We've been told by Thai's head coaches at Crapollas Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Strap misses with a body shot.
Strap takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A shot to the liver by Strap. Beautiful body shot.
Strap scores with a leg kick. #T3#
Thai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Strap thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Thai wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Thai attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Thai moves out of range of the strikes.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strap walks forward, straight into a front kick from Thai.
Long Thai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A clash of legs there as Strap blocks the low kick.
Thai looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Strap throws a hook but Thai avoids it easily.
Thai keeps Strap at a distance using the push kick.
Thai cracks Strap with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jock Strap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thai throws a head kick but Strap moves out of range.
Thai keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thai throws a quick counter kick to the body but Strap avoids it.#T4#
Strap connects with a body shot.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thai takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thai throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL#
Thai gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Thai trying to land knees to the body.
Strap drops down looking for an ankle pick but Thai pulls his leg out and moves away.
Long Thai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jock Strap.
Strap blocks a head kick by Thai.
Thai fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Strap is out of range.
Thai bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Thai doesn't manage to clinch there - Strap circles away.
A nice leg kick from Strap, right into the meat of the thigh.
Strap fails to land the takedown.
Thai scores with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Long Thai dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Thai connects with a single shot there.
Strap is looking to chop away at Thai's legs.
A jab from Strap misses.
Thai sizes up Strap with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Strap with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Thai to score with a decent uppercut.
Strap misses the shot to the body.
Thai is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Strap can do to turn this around?
Thai lands a body shot.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thai moves away.
Crunch! Thai slams his shin into Strap's torso.
Thai blocks a low kick nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thai moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
The fighters circling - Strap throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A head kick misses from Thai.
Thai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strap tests Thai's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Strap misses the target.
Thai throws a wild body kick that Strap sees coming a mile off.
Thai misses the shot to the body.
Strap lunges at Thai with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Thai's hand.
Strap slips a jab from Thai.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Strap! But no joy.
Strap keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thai.
Thai comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Strap misses with a straight left.
Strap just misses with a punch to the body.
Strap throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Thai moves into the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Thai.
Strap working aggressively here.
Strap fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thai lands an elbow inside that Strap shrugs off.
Strap lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
Strap makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice left hand lands by Strap.
Strap scores with a nice hook to the head.
Thai is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Strap is defending well for now.
Strap lands a hook to the side of the head.
Thai landing knees to the body.
Strap on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Strap swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Strap avoiding damage as Thai throws knees to the body.
Thai blocking some punches.
Strap stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Strap tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thai keeps control of Strap as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Thai is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Strap is defending well for now.
Strap misses with a short punch on the inside.
Strap has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Thai.
Thai is leaning against Strap and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Thai tries a body shot but Strap blocks it. #T3#
Thai lands an elbow inside that Strap shrugs off.
Thai lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Thai blocks a body shot from Strap.
Thai tries to work over Strap's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Strap misses with a short punch on the inside.
Strap lands a left hand that snaps the head of Thai backwards.
Thai lands an elbow that stopped Strap in his tracks for a moment.
Strap swings wildly with an uppercut but Thai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strap blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Strap creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Thai obliges.
Thai is working Strap over against the cage.
Thai using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Thai putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Strap in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Strap is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thai lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Thai tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Strap avoids it.#T4#
Strap working aggressively here.
Strap tries to work over Thai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Strap fails to land.
Thai is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Strap is defending well for now.
Long Thai has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Thai misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Strap.
Strap misses with a short punch on the inside.
Thai tries to land knees in the clinch but Strap avoids the damage to the body.
Strap lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Strap takes an elbow to the forehead.
Strap lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Thai backwards.
Thai blocks an uppercut.
Strap wants a takedown.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Thai obliges.
Thai landing knees to the head. #CUT#It looks like Jock Strap has been cut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thai looking to throw knees to the head but Strap is blocking nicely.
Thai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Thai.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Long Thai dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jock Strap's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Strap takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Strap misses with a low kick as Thai jumps back.
Strap throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Thai stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Thai looks to land a body kick but Strap moved away.
A big left from Strap misses.
Strap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thai.
Thai swings widly with a right hand
and Strap counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big right from Thai misses.
Thai throws a head kick that misses
and Thai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Strap steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thai.
Strap feints a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Thai looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Thai throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thai stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Strap.
Thai with the inside leg kick. #T1##CL#
Thai closes the distance and clinches.
Thai landing knees to the body.
Strap tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Strap misses with some punches.
Thai throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Strap blocks it with crossed arms.
Knees to the body from Thai.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Thai just misses with a elbow thrown towards Strap's brow.
Nice elbow from Thai.
Still in the clinch, Thai scores with a nice short uppercut.
Strap wants to break the clinch but can't.
Strap throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Strap breaks from the clinch.
Thai ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Both fighters circling a little - Thai finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Strap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thai tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Strap manages to circle out of the way.
Strap lands a slapping body shot.
Jock Strap has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A cross from Thai lands.
Strap missing with a left hand there. Thai was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Strap misses with a jab, cross combination.
Strap misses with a looping left.
Long Thai is winning the standup battle so far.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Thai.
Thai scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nice defenses there by Strap.
Thai uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strap.
Thai pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Strap swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Strap tries a low kick but Thai avoids it.
Strap throws a jab when Thai was well out of range.
Thai wants to clinch.#T3#
Thai scores with a body shot.
Thai connects with a jab.
Thai scores with a kick to the body.
Thai throws a right and a left that both miss.
Strap misses with an uppercut.
Strap throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Thai on the side of the head.
Strap blocks a head kick by Thai.
Strap blocks a head kick by Thai.
Thai swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL2#
and Strap counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Thai lands a good knee to the midsection. Strap won't want to take too many of those.
Strap lands a nice shot to the body. #T4#
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Thai obliges.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thai digs a right hand underneath Strap's ribcage. Strap let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
Thai escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Strap takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Thai misses the shot to the body.
A head kick from Thai lands but Strap takes it in his stride.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Strap throws a body shot but no joy.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Strap.
Strap misses with an uppercut
and Thai makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Strap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thai manages to avoid it.
Thai with a nice cross.
Thai ducks under a wild hook from Strap.
An attempted straight right counter from Thai misses the target.
Strap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thai.
Thai scores with a kick to the body.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Long Thai!

 

Event: GAMMA#858 Bolleke v Newton     
Date:   Oct 10, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bohi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strap moves away.
Bohi definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bohi avoids the body shot from Strap.
Bohi avoids the body shot from Strap.
Strap comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Strap throws a sloppy head kick and Bohi moves out of range easily.
Bohi appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Strap blocks a head kick by Bohi.
Strap throws a looping overhand right but Bohi ducks down to avoid it.
Bohi throws a head kick that misses.
Strap misses the shot to the body.
Bohi fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Strap misses the target.
Strap takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bohi finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Strap swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bohi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Strap misses with a body shot.
Strap throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bohi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Strap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bohi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Strap swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Strap misses with a looping right.
Strap is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bohi rather than just go for the knockout.
Strap throws a body punch but Bohi moves out of range.
Bohi went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Strap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bohi was well out of range. Poor timing from Strap.
Strap throws a hook to the side of Bohi's head but Bohi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Strap misses with a hook
and Bohi counters with a two punch combo.
Bohi checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Strap lands with a good body shot.
Strap misses with a straight left.
Strap scores with a hook.#T2#
Strap throws a poor cross that misses #CL#
and Bohi counters by clinching up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch on the inside from Strap fails to land.
Strap misses with the head strike.
Bohi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Strap backwards.
Strap misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Strap pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Bohi. Strap shrugs it off though.
Bohi walks into a stiff left hand from Strap.
Bohi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bohi is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Strap throws a poor cross that misses
and Bohi makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Strap.
Bohi defending well as Strap loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Strap throws a right hand that misses
and Bohi counters with a three punch combo that has Strap backing up. Strap nods at Bohi to acknowledge the strikes.
Strap swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bohi takes one to the chin there.
Strap lands a jab to the head.
Bohi throws a head kick that misses.
Strap misses with a hook. Bohi ducked under it nicely.
Strap pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Strap circles away from the clinch attempt
and Strap connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bohi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A low kick from Strap misses
and Bohi counters with a left and a right that stings Strap.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bohi fails with an attempt to clinch. #T4#
Strap fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bohi checks it well.
Bohi wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Bohi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Strap tries to land a body kick
and Bohi counters with a nice body shot.
Jock Strap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strap keeps the fight on the outside.
Strap lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Strap lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Strap misses with a jab to the body
and Bohi counters with a stiff right hand.
Strap throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bohi scoring well with a low kick there.
Strap lands a leg kick that knocks Bohi off balance momentarily.
Strap throws a body shot but no joy.
Bohi defending well as Strap loads up on a big left hand.
Bohi tries to clinch but Strap moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jock Strap 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#
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but Bohi is just out of range.
Bohi thuds his right hand into Strap's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bohi scores with a leg kick.
Strap misses with a left hand
enabling Bohi to counter with a crisp jab.
Strap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bohi was well out of range. Poor timing from Strap.
Bohi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bohi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A big right from Strap misses.
Bohi seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bohi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Strap.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap throws a hook but Bohi avoids it easily.
Bohi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Strap misses with a wild body shot.
Bohi doesn't manage to clinch there - Strap circles away. #T1#
Bohi throws a combination that misses
and Strap counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Strap fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bohi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A head kick misses from Bohi.
Bohi throws a head kick but Strap moves out of range.
Strap thuds his right hand into Bohi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Strap connects with a body shot that sends Bohi's belly button to the back.
Strap misses with an uppercut
and Bohi counters with a straight right hand.
Strap lands with a nice body punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bohi.
Nice uppercut there from Strap.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strap misses with an uppercut. Bohi saw that one coming.
Bohi moves out of range of the strikes.
Bohi looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Strap.
Bohi tries to clinch up but Strap circles away and keeps his distance.
A little jabbing left from Strap on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Strap misses with a hook.
Strap wants to land a leg kick but Bohi is out of range.
Bohi plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Dakota Bohi is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Good standup being displayed there by Strap as he connects with a hook.
A low kick from Strap is predictable there
and Bohi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Strap attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bohi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strap.
Strap misses with an uppercut. Bohi saw that one coming.
Strap throws a shot from downtown. Bohi moves away and avoids it.
Bohi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Strap misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bohi. #T3#
Bohi tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Strap counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bohi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#CL#
Bohi clinches with his opponent.
Bohi blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Strap pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A bone on bone clash there as Strap blocks the leg kick.
Strap with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A big left from Strap misses.
Strap misses with a hook
and Bohi counters with a good low kick that Strap was not able to check.
A telegraphed right hand from Strap misses the target.
Strap throws a lazy right hand but Bohi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Strap has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bohi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Strap manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Strap throws a big shot that misses.
Bohi throws a big counter combination but Strap scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Strap throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CL#
Bohi instigates a clinch.
Bohi blocking some punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strap misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bohi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bohi misses with an elbow strike.
Bohi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Bohi.
Strap misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Bohi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Strap swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Strap misses with a straight right.
Bohi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Strap lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Bohi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Bohi catches Strap with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A low kick from Strap is predictable there
and Bohi counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Bohi moves in looking to clinch but Strap pushes him off.
Strap is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Strap throws a leg kick
and Bohi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Strap takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bohi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Strap has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bohi is looking to clinch but Strap is avoiding it.
Some bone on bone action there as Strap checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Strap misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Bohi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bohi with a nice calf kick.
Strap throws a lazy uppercut
and Bohi counters with a body kick.
A jab from Strap misses. #T1#
Strap looks to throw the jab but Bohi is out of range.
Strap throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bohi takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nice cross by Bohi.
A jab from Strap misses.
A quick step to the side and Bohi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch lands to the side of Bohi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Strap throws a hook to the side of Bohi's head but Bohi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Strap, as that shot connected.
Strap swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bohi counters with a head kick. That will keep Strap thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Strap throws a lazy uppercut
and Bohi counters with a series of strikes. Strap will be more careful next time no doubt. #ROC#Strap is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Strap misses with an uppercut.
Strap is still on wobbly legs! Can Bohi finish him?
Strap swings for the body but Bohi moves out of range.
Strap seems to have recovered his senses.
Strap throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bohi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
A head kick misses from Strap.
Bohi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Strap takes one on the button.
Jock Strap seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bohi scores with a sloppy right hand. Strap should have avoided that one.
Bohi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bohi ducks under a wild hook from Strap.
Bohi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Strap throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bohi counters with a two punch combo.
Bohi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bohi half committed to a counter leg kick.
Strap lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Strap thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dakota Bohi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Strap rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bohi counters with a two punch combo. #T3#
Strap with the inside leg kick.
Bohi avoids the body shot from Strap.
Strap lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bohi throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Strap colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Bohi as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Strap is left battered and dazed whilst Bohi and his camp cheer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dakota Bohi!
Post fight, an emotional Dakota Bohi said 'THE RUN ISN'T OVER. I WANT THAT BELT. '.

 

Event: GAMMA#852 Grabber v Kodjia     
Date:   Sep 12, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Strap moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Strap misses with a body kick.
Strap displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Weecharangsan throws out the jab. #CL2#
Weecharangsan clinches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Strap as Weecharangsan tries to tie him up.
Strap throws a head punch that misses.
Weecharangsan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Weecharangsan blocks a body shot from Strap.
Strap blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Strap throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Weecharangsan tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Strap avoids it.
Weecharangsan lands with a right to the head.
Strap tries to throw a body punch but Weecharangsan avoids it by throwing Strap back against the cage.
Weecharangsan blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weecharangsan misses with some punches.
Strap lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Weecharangsan stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Strap has Weecharangsan pushed against the cage.
Weecharangsan swings wildly with an uppercut but Strap uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Strap fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Strap tries to throw a body punch but Weecharangsan avoids it by throwing Strap back against the cage.
Strap presses Weecharangsan against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Weecharangsan has Strap pressed against the cage.
Weecharangsan lands a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Strap.
Strap tries to throw a body punch but Weecharangsan avoids it by throwing Strap back against the cage.
Weecharangsan trying to control the position but instead, Strap has worked for underhooks and has pushed Weecharangsan into the cage.
Strap swings wildly with an uppercut but Weecharangsan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strap misses with a punch to the body.
Weecharangsan looking to stall.
Weecharangsan prevents a body shot from Strap.
Strap lands with a light punch inside.
Strap lands a nice shot to the body. #T2#
Strap lands a right hand that snaps the head of Weecharangsan backwards.
Strap misses with a hook to the ribs.
Strap digs a right hand underneath Weecharangsan's ribcage. Weecharangsan let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Weecharangsan misses with a punch on the inside.
Weecharangsan misses with a body punch.
Weecharangsan is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Strap is working Weecharangsan over against the cage.
Strap lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Strap scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Weecharangsan taking a breather.
Strap lands a body punch.
Strap is leaning against Weecharangsan and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Strap has a couple of punches blocked by Weecharangsan.
Weecharangsan pushes Strap back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Weecharangsan misses with a hook from the clinch.
Strap lands a right hand that snaps the head of Weecharangsan backwards.
Strap digs a right hand underneath Weecharangsan's ribcage. Weecharangsan let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A left hand lands to the body for Strap.
Weecharangsan misses with some punches. #T3#
Weecharangsan is trying to maintain a safe position but Strap gets an underhook and turns Weecharangsan into the cage.
Strap blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Weecharangsan.
Weecharangsan blocks an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Strap.
Strap struggles to land a body shot inside as Weecharangsan controls his hands.
Weecharangsan scores with a shot to the side of Strap's head.
Weecharangsan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Weecharangsan.
Weecharangsan slows down the pace here.
Strap tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Weecharangsan's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Strap.
Strap's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice left hand lands by Strap.
Strap can't find room to land a body shot as Weecharangsan controls the action.
Strap lands a body punch in the clinch. #T4#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Strap creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Strap scores with a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Strap misses with a body punch.
Weecharangsan is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Strap working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Strap misses with a punch to the body.
Weecharangsan throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Weecharangsan lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Weecharangsan.
Weecharangsan leaning his opponent against the cage.
Weecharangsan blocks an uppercut.
Strap misses with a hook from the clinch.
Strap misses with a hook to the ribs.
Weecharangsan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Strap tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Weecharangsan's elbow.
Weecharangsan lands with a short shot to the head.
Weecharangsan tries to stall but Strap uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Strap looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2#
Weecharangsan gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Strap fails to land.
Weecharangsan tries a knee to the head but Strap blocks it.
Weecharangsan blocking some punches.
Weecharangsan lands a body punch.
Weecharangsan has a couple of punches blocked by Strap.
Weecharangsan lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Strap backwards.
Strap throws a head punch that misses.
Weecharangsan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Weecharangsan presses Strap against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Weecharangsan misses with a knee to the head.
A short body shot lands from Strap as the two fighters clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Weecharangsan takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Strap lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Weecharangsan manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Stalling in the clinch from Weecharangsan. #T1#
Strap misses with a hook to the ribs.
Strap misses with a body punch.
Weecharangsan misses with a hook from the clinch.
Weecharangsan has Strap pushed against the cage.
Strap tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Strap.
Weecharangsan tries a knee to the head but Strap blocks it.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Strap goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Weecharangsan displaying some good clinch control by pressing Strap up against the cage.
Weecharangsan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Strap.
Weecharangsan digs a right hand into Strap's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Strap's gas tank.
Strap misses with a hook to the ribs.
Weecharangsan tries to work over Strap's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Weecharangsan is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T2#
Strap throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Weecharangsans head.
A head punch on the inside from Strap fails to land.
Strap lands a shoulder strike.
Weecharangsan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Strap can't find room to land a body shot as Weecharangsan controls the action.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Strap creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Weecharangsan prevents a body shot from Strap.
Strap's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jock Strap has scored more points in the clinch so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Weecharangsan swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Strap managing to block the knees to the body from Weecharangsan.
Strap tries a body shot but Weecharangsan blocks it.
Strap is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Weecharangsan can do to turn this around?
Weecharangsan wants to stall.
Strap can't find room to land a body shot as Weecharangsan controls the action.
Strap misses with the head strike.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Strap. #T3#
Strap doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Weecharangsan takes a shot to the head.
Weecharangsan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Strap lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Good body shot from Strap.
A right handed body shot lands from Strap.
Strap cracks Weecharangsan with a nice body shot.
Strap lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Weecharangsan prevents a body shot from Strap.
Weecharangsan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Strap tries to work over Weecharangsan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Weecharangsan lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Strap backwards.
Strap misses with a body punch.
Weecharangsan throws a punch but it's blocked by Strap.
Weecharangsan trying to control the position but instead, Strap has worked for underhooks and has pushed Weecharangsan into the cage.
Weecharangsan throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Straps head.
Strap misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Strap misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Still in the clinch, Strap scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Weecharangsan.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Weecharangsan is looking to control Strap's arms but Strap gets an underhook and turns him. Now Weecharangsan has his back to the cage.
Strap swings wildly with an uppercut but Weecharangsan uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Weecharangsan on the inside.
Weecharangsan lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Strap blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice body punch from Weecharangsan.
Still in the clinch, Strap scores with a nice short uppercut.
Strap gets through Weecharangsan's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Strap misses with the head strike.
Weecharangsan throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Strap blocks it with crossed arms.
Strap struggles to land a body shot inside as Weecharangsan controls his hands.
Strap goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Weecharangsan missing with knees to the body.
Weecharangsan blocks an uppercut.
Strap blocks a body shot from Weecharangsan.
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 Jock Strap will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Weecharangsan misses the target.
Weecharangsan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Strap clinches with his opponent.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Weecharangsan gets through Strap's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Strap.
Come on Strap - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Weecharangsan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Weecharangsan with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Strap softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Weecharangsan taking a breather.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A bit of stalling here from Strap.
Strap scores with a hook to the body.
Strap makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Strap misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Strap - that landed with a thud. #T1#
Weecharangsan misses with a knee to the head.
Weecharangsan has Strap pushed against the cage.
Weecharangsan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Strap.
Weecharangsan prevents a body shot from Strap.
Strap lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Weecharangsan is looking to control Strap's arms but Strap gets an underhook and turns him. Now Weecharangsan has his back to the cage.
Weecharangsan lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Strap tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Weecharangsan blocks a body shot from Strap.
Strap misses with the head strike.
Weecharangsan throws a knee to the head but misses.
Strap misses with a punch to the body.
Weecharangsan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Strap scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Strap lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Weecharangsan is trying to maintain a safe position but Strap gets an underhook and turns Weecharangsan into the cage.
Strap is leaning against Weecharangsan and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Strap tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Weecharangsan's elbow.
Chakrii Weecharangsan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Strap lands a hook to the side of the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Strap as Weecharangsan tries to tie him up.
Strap blocks an uppercut.
Weecharangsan tries to throw a body punch but Strap avoids it by throwing Weecharangsan back against the cage.
Strap misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Strap.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strap misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Strap fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Strap fails to land.
Strap lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Strap swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Strap tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Weecharangsan's elbow.
Strap blocks an uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Strap as the two fighters clinch.
Weecharangsan throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Strap blocks it with crossed arms.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Strap goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Strap misses with a punch on the inside.
Weecharangsan lands with a left to the head.
Strap being controlled against the cage.
Strap lands a body punch.
Strap misses with a body punch.
Strap struggles to land a body shot inside as Weecharangsan controls his hands.
Strap throws a head punch that misses.
Strap lands a left hand that snaps the head of Weecharangsan backwards.
Weecharangsan misses with a short punch on the inside.
Strap tries to work over Weecharangsan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Strap pushes Weecharangsan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Strap tries to throw a body punch but Weecharangsan avoids it by throwing Strap back against the cage.
Weecharangsan with a knee to the head.
Strap tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Strap misses with the head strike.
Strap misses with a hook to the ribs.
Strap cracks Weecharangsan with a nice body shot.#T4#
A short uppercut from Weecharangsan.
Strap can't find room to land a body shot as Weecharangsan controls the action.
A left hand lands to the body for Weecharangsan.
Strap avoids a wild elbow strike from Weecharangsan.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strap tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Weecharangsan has Strap pushed against the cage.
Weecharangsan prevents a body shot from Strap.
Strap tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Weecharangsan blocks an uppercut.
Weecharangsan is looking to control Strap's arms but Strap gets an underhook and turns him. Now Weecharangsan has his back to the cage.
Weecharangsan with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Jock Strap is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Strap goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Strap being controlled against the cage.
Strap swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Strap throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Weecharangsans head.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jock Strap!

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

 

Event: GC 316 Nurmy vs Machida     
Date:   Oct 05, 2019
#R1#
Strap misses with a left hand
and De Andrade connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
De Andrade gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Strap.
De Andrade ducks under a wild hook from Strap.
Strap throws a sloppy body shot
and De Andrade counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Strap takes a swing at De Andrade's ribcage but misses.
Strap lands a right hook to the body.
Jock Strap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strap throws a sloppy body shot
and De Andrade counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Strap lands a jab.
De Andrade moves forwards but Strap connects with a nice, crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Strap swings and misses with a hook to the body.
De Andrade is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Strap with a body shot.
Strap throws an uppercut from half a mile away. De Andrade sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Strap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but De Andrade manages to avoid it.
De Andrade avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Strap lunges at De Andrade with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by De Andrade's hand.
Strap misses with a hook
and De Andrade counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
Strap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but De Andrade manages to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from De Andrade on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
De Andrade slips a jab and a cross from Strap.
Strap misses with a jab to the body
and De Andrade counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
De Andrade throws out a loose jab but Strap uses good head movement to avoid it.
A shot to the body from Strap misses
and De Andrade counters with a straight right hand.
Strap lands a lovely overhand right.
Strap throws a shot from downtown. De Andrade moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like De Andrade was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Strap connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Strap works the jab nicely.
Strap with a hook.
De Andrade avoids the body shot from Strap.
De Andrade swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
De Andrade keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strap takes one to the side of the head.
De Andrade takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T2#
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but De Andrade is just out of range.
Strap lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#ROC#
De Andrade is rocked!
De Andrade loads up on a big right hand but Strap slips the punch.
De Andrade with a hook.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but De Andrade moves away.
De Andrade jabs at Strap's body.
Strap thows a left - swing and a miss!
A slow jab from De Andrade misses its intended target.
Strap pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces De Andrade back to the cage. Strap follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
De Andrade is still on wobbly legs! Can Strap finish him?
Strap changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
De Andrade seems to have recovered his senses.
Strap is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
De Andrade throws a big shot that misses.
Strap swings widly with a right hand
and De Andrade counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheers as Strap lands an impressive looking overhand right. De Andrade doesn't seem phased though.
Strap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but De Andrade manages to avoid it.#T3#
De Andrade lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Strap misses with a lunging right hand
and De Andrade counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Strap is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. De Andrade does a little dance to reset his feet.
A swing and a miss from Strap.
De Andrade walks into a straight right hand from Strap.
Strap misses with a series of wild punches.
Strap misses with a hook to the body
and Strap takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Strap connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but De Andrade is just out of range.
Strap throws a sloppy body shot
and De Andrade counters with a straight right hand.
De Andrade bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strap loads up on a big right hand but De Andrade slips the punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Donk. De Andrade catches Strap right on the button with a cross.#T4#
Strap throws a body punch but De Andrade moves out of range.
Strap takes a swing at De Andrade's ribcage but misses.
Strap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like De Andrade was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Strap misses with a body shot.
Despite the aggression on De Andrade's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Strap lands a two punch combo.
De Andrade keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strap.
De Andrade tries to move into range but Strap moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Strap misses with a left hand
enabling De Andrade to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC2#
Strap is rocked!
De Andrade steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Strap.
Strap misses with a shot to the body
and De Andrade counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oh Strap is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Strap throws a body punch but De Andrade moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
De Andrade lands with a right and another and another! Strap is in big trouble! De Andrade lands again and this time it's lights out for Strap! A quality knockout there for De Andrade.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Marcelo Costa De Andrade!
An out of breath Marcelo Costa De Andrade thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: PSE 48     
Date:   Jun 22, 2019
#R1#
Yataro tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Strap defends well and Yataro ends up having to push Strap into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Strap stalks Yataro and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Yataro's face. Yataro staggers backwards, shaken.
Yataro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Strap wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Yataro fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Strap looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD2#
Yataro bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Yataro tries to score with some ground and pound. Strap controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yataro is working Strap over with some ground and pound from side control.
Strap prevents Yataro from improving position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Yataro is putting a hurting on Strap here, landing some big shots from side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Yataro.
Yataro has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Strap managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Yataro.
Yataro lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Strap is looking to reverse the position.
Yataro in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Yataro throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Yataro sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Strap is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Strap on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Yataro throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Yataro throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Yataro sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Strap is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Yataro trying to control the position but Strap is working away. #T2#
Yataro scoring with punches and elbows.
Yataro looks up at the clock and then as Strap takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Yataro smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Strap defending against the ground and pound.
Strap is looking for a sweep.
Yataro creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Strap sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Strap is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Strap definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Yataro fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Yataro connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Strap some visible discomfort. #T3#
Yataro tries to score with some ground and pound. Strap controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Strap takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Yataro looking to control but instead Strap has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Yataro scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Strap is doing well to control the position and prevent Yataro from advancing to side control.
Strap has hold of Yataro's hands but Yataro slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Yataro with the ground and pound but Strap uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Strap looking for a sweep. Not yet Strap, not yet.
Yataro lands a couple of digs.
Yataro with a nice head shot there.#T4#
Yataro with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Yataro trying to control but Strap is working from the bottom.
Strap wants to sweep here but Yataro controlling him for the moment.
Yataro stays in close to Strap's body and controls the position.
Yataro lands a couple of digs.
Strap not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takayama Yataro dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Yataro connects with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Yataro closes the distance and clinches.
Strap lands a hook to the side of the head.
Strap swings wildly with an uppercut but Yataro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Yataro fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Strap breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Strap avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Yataro looks to land a left hand but Strap moved out of range nicely.
Strap throwing a counter right hand but Yataro manages to avoid it.
Yataro moves away from the strike by Strap.
Yataro misses with a body shot.
Strap swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Yataro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yataro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yataro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yataro loads up on a big right hand but Strap slips the punch.
Yataro connects with the punch.#T1#
Yataro throws a poor cross that misses
and Strap counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A telegraphed right hand from Yataro misses the target.
Strap avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Yataro bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CL2#
Yataro has taken the fight to the clinch.
Yataro jumps guard but Strap stands there with Yataro around his waist. Yataro gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Yataro lands with a short shot to the head.
Still in the clinch, Strap scores with a nice short uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Yataro creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Strap lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Yataro escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A jab from Yataro misses.
Strap throws a body punch but Yataro moves out of range.
Yataro misses with a looping right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yataro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Yataro misses with a left hand
and Strap counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Strap lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Strap takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Yataro. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Strap misses with an uppercut.
Yataro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Strap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Yataro.
It looked like Strap wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Strap catches Yataro with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Strap's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Strap duly obliges.
Yataro lands a really nice looking cross but Strap seems unphased.
Yataro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yataro misses with a hook.
Yataro thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Strap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yataro was well out of range. Poor timing from Strap.
Strap is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Yataro swings for the body but Strap moves out of range.
Yataro cracks Strap with a good jab.
Yataro scores with a hook to the body. Strap takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Strap blocks a jab.
It looked like Strap wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jock Strap is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Yataro misses with a right hand
and Strap counters with a series of strikes. Yataro will be more careful next time no doubt.
A swing and a miss from Yataro.
A little feinted left hand from Strap on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Yataro connects with a body shot.
Yataro wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Yataro misses with an uppercut.
Yataro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4##CL2#
Yataro instigates a clinch.
A body shot lands from Yataro.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yataro is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Strap misses with some punches.
Yataro tries to throw a body punch but Strap avoids it by throwing Yataro back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yataro. #BC#
Strap breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Yataro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Yataro! But no joy.
Strap fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A big right from Strap misses.
Strap swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Takayama Yataro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yataro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strap.
Strap slips a jab from Yataro.
Strap avoids the body shot from Yataro.
Yataro throws out a loose jab but Strap uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strap throws a big counter combination but Yataro scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Takayama Yataro will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Yataro wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Yataro is looking to clinch.
Yataro connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Strap throws a hook but Yataro blocks it.
Yataro throws a sloppy body shot
and Strap counters with a nice body shot.
Yataro fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Strap scores with a jab.
Strap connects with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice straight punches there by Strap. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Strap.
A looping hook to the body misses from Yataro. Strap does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Strap misses the target.
Strap moves out of range of the strikes.
Strap on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T1#
Yataro tries to clinch up.
Strap ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A big right from Strap misses.
A cross from Strap lands.
Strap is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Strap throws a hook to the side of Yataro's head but Yataro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Yataro scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Strap doesn't seem bothered though.
Yataro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strap moves away.
Strap is looking for a counter combo.
Yataro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Strap.
Yataro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Strap walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Yataro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Yataro tries to clinch up.#T2#
Yataro just misses with a punch to the body.
Yataro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yataro slips under a jab from Strap.
Yataro lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Yataro throws a poor cross that misses
and Strap counters with a straight right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Strap misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Yataro counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Yataro missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Yataro content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Yataro missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Yataro is stalling here. Strap is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Yataro seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Strap has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Strap tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Yataro tries to improve position but can't.
Strap tries to stand but Yataro is controlling his head.
Yataro tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Strap working away.#SU#
Strap decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Yataro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A jab from Yataro does it's job there.
Strap throws a hook but Yataro blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Yataro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Yataro moves away from the strike by Strap.
Yataro with a nice cross.
Yataro lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Strap at a distance.
Yataro misses the shot to the body.
Strap takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Yataro connects with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yataro misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Strap misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Takayama Yataro just about did enough to take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Yataro lands a nice shot to the body.
Strap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yataro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strap was well out of range. Poor timing from Yataro.
A quick step to the side and Strap tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yataro throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Takayama Yataro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Yataro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Yataro misses the target.
Yataro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Strap misses the target.
Yataro throws an overhand right that lands on Strap's shoulder, as Strap tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Strap on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yataro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Strap counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Strap takes one on the button.
Yataro lands a slapping body shot.
Strap throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Strap on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nice straight punches there by Yataro. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Yataro.
Strap throws a hook but Yataro avoids it easily.
Yataro swings for the body but Strap moves out of range.
Strap throws a hook but Yataro blocks it.
Yataro looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Strap swings for the body but Yataro moves out of range.
Strap looks to land a combination but Yataro avoids it well. #TD2#
Yataro shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Strap is trying to defend but Yataro finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Strap is looking to improve his position. #T2#
Yataro misses with a head shot. Strap uses the momentum to regain guard.
Yataro scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Strap wants to sweep but no luck.
Yataro with a nice head shot there.
Strap will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Strap utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Yataro is working Strap over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Yataro throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Yataro lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Yataro's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Yataro lands a couple of digs.
Yataro working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Yataro wants to pass the guard but Strap is keeping the position.
Yataro chips away with some ground and pound.
Yataro in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Yataro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Strap is keeping the position for now.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Yataro accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
Yataro throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Yataro works over Strap with some ground and pound from guard.
Yataro working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Strap's head.
Yataro throwing strikes from guard but Strap blocks nicely.
Yataro is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Yataro accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Yataro is working Strap over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Yataro postures up in Strap's guard and throws a big left but Strap blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takayama Yataro dominated that fourth 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!
#R5#
Yataro lands a body shot.
A big left from Strap misses.
Yataro misses with an uppercut. Strap saw that one coming.
It looked like Strap wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Strap throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Yataro counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Strap throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Yataro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Strap doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Yataro misses with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Strap throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap throws a body punch but Yataro moves out of range.
Yataro throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Yataro loads up on a big right hand but Strap slips the punch.
Yataro slips a straight right by Strap.#T1#
Yataro tries to close the distance and clinch up but Strap swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Strap looks to land a left hand but Yataro moved out of range nicely.
Strap looks to throw the jab but Yataro is out of range.
Strap takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Yataro ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Yataro misses with a wild body shot.
Yataro works the jab nicely.
Yataro swings away with a body shot that misses
and Strap counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Strap ducks under a wild hook from Yataro.
Strap misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yataro.
Yataro missing with a left hand there. Strap was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Strap throwing a counter right hand but Yataro manages to avoid it.#T2#
Yataro throws a body punch but Strap moves out of range.
A big right from Yataro misses.
Yataro throws a body punch but Strap moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Strap throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Yataro throws a lazy right hand but Strap sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Strap has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Strap there as he acknowledges the shot.
Yataro throws a looping overhand right but Strap ducks down to avoid it.
Strap takes one to the chin there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Strap avoids the body shot from Yataro.
Yataro scores with a body shot.
Yataro works Strap's body with a nice hook.#T3#
Yataro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Yataro misses with an uppercut
and Strap counters with a stiff right hand.
Strap with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Yataro to score with a decent uppercut.
Yataro throws a body punch but Strap moves out of range.
Yataro lands with a shot to the body.
Jock Strap has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Strap misses with a looping right.
Strap fails to land with a series of punches.
Yataro cracks a nice hook into Strap's ribs.
Yataro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strap was well out of range. Poor timing from Yataro.
Yataro fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Strap looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Strap comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
A lazy left from Yataro finds it's target.
The fighters circling - Yataro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Yataro wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Yataro bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Strap's head.#TD2#
Yataro looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Yataro trying to mount his opponent but Strap defends it.
Yataro looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Strap with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Strap is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Yataro pulls his head out easily.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 45:50
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 45:50
Judge Josh West scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takayama Yataro!

Takayama Yataro is the new lightweight champion!
After winning the bout, Takayama Yataro thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: PSE 39     
Date:   May 04, 2019
#R1#
Strap misses with a right hand
and Tamar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big right from Strap misses.
Tamar takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tamar misses with an uppercut. Strap saw that one coming.
A jab from Strap misses.
Strap scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Strap misses with a looping left.
Tamar throwing a counter right hand but Strap manages to avoid it.
A punch combination from Strap misses.
Strap scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tamar misses the shot to the body.
Strap doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Strap throws a series of punches but Tamar avoids them all with ease.
Tamar throwing a counter right hand but Strap manages to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Tamar does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Good shot there by Strap.
Strap takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tamar definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Strap throws a poor cross that misses
and Tamar makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Strap connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tamar. Tamar circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Strap misses the shot to the body.
Tamar lands with a straight right. Strap didn't see that one coming.
Jab from Strap.
Strap looks to land a left hand but Tamar moved out of range nicely.
Tamar ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tamar is looking to counter punch.
Strap clobbers Tamar with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tamar slips under a jab from Strap.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strap throws a poor cross that misses
and Strap takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Strap misses with a left hand
and Strap takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Strap swings for the body but Tamar moves out of range.
Tamar throwing a counter right hand but Strap manages to avoid it.
Tamar uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strap.
Tamar moves out of range as Strap strikes.
Strap walks into a straight right hand from Tamar.
Strap stuffs the takedown.
Strap missing with a left hand there. Tamar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jock Strap is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Strap takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Strap swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tamar.
Strap lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #T3#
Tamar moves out of range of the strikes.
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but Tamar is just out of range.
Strap throws an overhand right that lands on Tamar's shoulder, as Tamar tries to avoid the shot.
Strap looks to throw the jab but Tamar is out of range.
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but Tamar is just out of range.
A big right from Strap misses.
Tamar appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tamar moves out of range of the strikes.
Strap misses the shot to the body.
Tamar slips under a jab from Strap.
It looked like Tamar wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Strap lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Strap looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tamar walks into a stiff left hand from Strap.#T4#
A shot to the body from Strap misses
and Tamar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Strap blocks a jab.
Strap swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Strap rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tamar counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strap with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL#
Tamar clinches up against the cage.
Tamar blocks an uppercut.
Strap misses with a punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Tamar.
Strap stops a takedown attempt from Tamar.
Strap lands a body punch in the clinch.
Strap swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tamar blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tamar lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Tamar slips a straight right by Strap.
Strap lands a body shot.
Tamar tries to clinch up but Strap circles away and keeps his distance.
Strap looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tamar doesn't manage to clinch there - Strap circles away.
Tamar defending well as Strap loads up on a big left hand.
Tamar appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Strap has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Strap swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A swing and a miss from Strap.
A little feinted left hand from Tamar on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tamar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jock Strap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tamar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strap displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tamar throws out the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Tamar does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Strap swinging wildly here.
Tamar feinted with a counter takedown.
Strap throws a jab when Tamar was well out of range.
Strap moves into range and connects with a jab.
Strap misses with an uppercut
and Tamar cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jab by Strap.
Strap jabs Tamar right on the nose. Tamar blinks but takes it well.
Strap cracks a nice hook into Tamar's ribs.
Strap with a nice cross.
Tamar throws out a loose jab but Strap uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strap throws a counter combo.
Strap throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Tamar counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strap utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Tamar wants to control from the top but Strap keeps moving.
Tamar throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tamar slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Tamar throwing strikes but missing.
Tamar trying to control the position from guard on top but Strap is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tamar advances position into side control!#T3#
Strap is trying to get back to half guard.
Strap is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Tamar has just dragged him back down to the mat.
The strikes coming from Tamar are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Tamar working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Tamar is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Tamar trying to control the position but Strap is working away.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Strap can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tamar throwing shots but missing, from side control.
A lull in the action here.
Tamar in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tamar fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Tamar working the head with strikes.
Tamar throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tamar is looking to take a break and control but Strap is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tamar 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.
Tamar just content to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jock Strap will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Strap throws a combination that misses
and Tamar counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Strap staying out of range there.
Tamar tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Strap paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tamar has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Strap finds it's way round the side to connect with Tamar's head.
Strap misses with a looping left.
Strap bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tamar's head backwards.
Strap scores with a jab to the head.
Tamar is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Strap misses with a body shot.
Strap is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Strap bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tamar's head backwards.
Strap swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tamar.#T1#
Strap misses with a hook. Tamar ducked under it nicely.
Tamar appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Strap waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tamar.
Strap missing with a left hand there. Tamar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tamar is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Strap throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tamar is looking to counter punch.
Nice takedown defense from Strap. No joy for Tamar on that attempt.
Tamar ducks under a wild hook from Strap.
Jock Strap seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Strap connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tamar momentarily.
Tamar on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Strap misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little feinted left hand from Tamar on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Strap misses the shot to the body.
Tamar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Strap counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but Tamar is just out of range.
Tamar is looking to counter punch.
Strap throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tamar on the side of the head.
Strap throws a good cross that connects.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strap lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Strap throws a jab when Tamar was well out of range.
Strap staying out of range there.
Good shot there by Strap.
Strap will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
Tamar takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Strap swings for the body but Tamar moves out of range. #CL#
Tamar takes the fight into the clinch.
Strap tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tamar fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Strap stops a takedown attempt from Tamar.
Strap has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Strap misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tamar lands a right hand that snaps the head of Strap backwards.
Tamar blocks an uppercut.
Strap working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tamar tries to pull guard but Strap won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Queen Tamar. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Strap misses with a punch on the inside. #T4#
Tamar scores with a shoulder strike.
Tamar scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Strap escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Strap misses with a left hand
and Tamar makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Strap with a jab.
Strap misses with a straight right.
Tamar throws a big shot that misses.
Tamar looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tamar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Strap.
A shot to the liver by Strap. Beautiful body shot.
Tamar shoots in for a double leg but Strap sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Strap thuds a left hand into Tamar's body.
Strap throws a big shot that misses.
Tamar swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Strap misses the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Tamar misses the target.
Tamar swings for the body but Strap moves out of range.
Strap misses with a right hand
and Tamar connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Strap lands a nice looking body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Strap.
Strap looks to land a left hand but Tamar moved out of range nicely.
Strap tests Tamar's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap misses with a hook
and Tamar counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Strap slaps away a takedown attempt from Tamar, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A cross from Strap lands.#T1#
Tamar throws a body punch but Strap moves out of range.
Strap pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tamar was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tamar takes one on the button.
Tamar tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Strap paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Strap just misses with a punch to the body.
Strap throws a lazy right hand but Tamar sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Tamar misses.
Strap tries to bum rush Tamar with a series of wild strikes but Tamar uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tamar takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
Strap sizes up Tamar with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Strap lands a nice looking body shot.
Strap throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Strap with a nice cross.
Tamar displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Strap throws out the jab.
Tamar tries to clinch but Strap is having none of it.
Tamar showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Strap.
Tamar swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circle momentarily. Strap darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Strap will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
An attempted straight right counter from Tamar misses the target.
Strap connects with a crisp jab.
Strap throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tamar counters with a stiff right hand.
Tamar avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Tamar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Strap throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Strap throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tamar on the side of the head.
Tamar slips a jab from Strap.#T4#
Strap throws a shot from downtown. Tamar moves away and avoids it.#TD#
Tamar looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Strap!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tamar throwing shots but missing, from side control.
You can see the frustration on Strap's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
An elbow from Tamar crashes against the mat.
Strap takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Tamar throws an elbow but Strap slips to the side and avoids it well.
Strap tries to improve position but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Strap looks to land a left hand but Tamar moved out of range nicely.
Strap misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tamar throwing a counter right hand but Strap manages to avoid it.
Strap misses with a hook.
It looked like Tamar was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Strap.
Strap takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A swing and a miss from Strap.
Tamar was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tamar is looking to clinch.
Tamar fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Tamar clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Strap breaks from the clinch.
Strap fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tamar looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tamar takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Strap takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Strap throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tamar sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
Tamar decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Tamar looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Strap is trying to stand up here but Tamar is controlling him well.
Tamar keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Tamar'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.
Tamar stalling away here and it's allowed Strap to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Queen Tamar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jock Strap is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Strap really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tamar. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Tamar with a nice head shot there.
Tamar trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tamar is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tamar accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Strap preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Tamar trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
No joy there for Strap, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tamar is looking to counter the offense by Strap and move into the clinch.#T3#
Strap fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tamar looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Strap connects with the punch.
Strap throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Strap takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Strap lands with a hook. Tamar tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Strap cracks Tamar with an open hand slap.
Strap throws a right and a left that Tamar avoids nicely.
Tamar changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Tamar takes one to the side of the head.
Strap punishes Tamar's body with a nice straight punch.
Tamar throws a hook to the side of Strap's head but Strap sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A nice side step and Strap releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Strap, as that shot connected.
Strap throws an overhand right that lands on Tamar's shoulder, as Tamar tries to avoid the shot.
Tamar is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Strap lands with a straight right. Tamar didn't see that one coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strap missing with a left hand there. Tamar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Strap looks to land a left hand but Tamar moved out of range nicely.
Tamar is looking to counter the offense by Strap and move into the clinch.
Strap lands with a right hand.
Strap throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Strap misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tamar showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Strap.
Tamar changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 45:50
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 45:50
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jock Strap!
Jock Strap retains his lightweight title!
Jock Strap gave a mention to Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Queen Tamar was interviewed post fight and said 'You fight like Mongol!'.

 

Event: PSE 28     
Date:   Mar 02, 2019
#R1#
Strap throws a poor cross that misses
and Costa counters with a one-two to the body.
We've been told by Strap's head coaches at Men Only. No Liberals ! that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Costa on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Strap swings for the body but Costa moves out of range.
Strap moves away from the strike by Costa.
As Costa looks to move away, Strap throws a big counter combo but Costa just gets out of the way.
Strap swinging wildly here.
A swing and a miss from Strap.
Costa slips under a jab.
Costa throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Costa. Strap does a little dance to reset his feet.
Costa lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Strap looks to land a left hand but Costa moved out of range nicely.
Strap fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Costa on the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strap misses the shot to the body.
Strap clobbers Costa with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Costa throws a looping overhand right but Strap ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Strap misses the shot to the body.
Strap takes a swing at Costa's ribcage but misses.
Costa scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Strap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Costa was well out of range. Poor timing from Strap.
Costa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Costa misses with a looping left.
Strap throws the left hand but Costa avoids the punch easily.
Strap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Costa manages to avoid it.
Strap changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Costa throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Costa misses with a right hand
and Strap counters with a nice uppercut.
Strap rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Costa moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Strap feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Costas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Strap throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strap misses with a right hand
and Costa counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Strap moves out of range as Costa strikes.
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but Costa is just out of range.
Strap throws a jab when Costa was well out of range.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Strap struggles to land a body shot inside as Costa controls his hands. #BC2#
Costa breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Costa lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Strap misses with a left hand
and Strap takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Costa throws a sloppy body shot #CL#
and Strap counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Strap can't find room to land a body shot as Costa controls the action.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Costa.
Costa working aggressively here.
Costa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Strap misses with a hook to the ribs.
Costa has a couple of punches blocked by Strap.
Costa misses with a body punch.
Costa tries to score a body lock takedown but Strap shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T3#
Costa lands a nice uppercut.
A short right from Strap on the inside.
Strap lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right from Strap on the inside.
A body shot lands from Strap.
Strap lands a right hand.
Strap struggles to land a body shot inside as Costa controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Strap.
A short left from Strap.
A shot in the inside from Strap.
Strap throws a head punch that misses.
Strap tries to work over Costa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Strap working aggressively here.
Costa has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Strap seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Costa can turn it around.
Costa fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Costa blocks an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Strap tries to work over Costa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Strap misses with some punches.
Costa tries for a takedown. No joy.
Jock Strap has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Costa.
Strap working aggressively here.
Costa blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Costa lands a body punch in the clinch.
Costa wants to get back to striking at distance but Strap won't allow it.
Strap lands a hook that snaps the head of Costa backwards. #T4#
Costa blocking some punches.
Costa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Strap's elbow.
Costa can't find room to land a body shot as Strap controls the action.
Strap throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Costas head.
Costa lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Costa. #BC2#
Costa breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Strap dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Costa fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Strap with a jab.
Strap avoids a punch combination nicely.
Strap throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Costa throws a wild hook but Strap just manages to duck under it and - ooooh! Costa gets nailed by a brutal uppercut which crumples him back against the cage! The referee jumps in - Strap raises his hands in celebration and walks away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jock Strap!
Jock Strap retains his lightweight title!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Jock Strap waved his t-shirt featuring Arcticus University: London's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: PSE 27     
Date:   Feb 09, 2019
#R1#
RoboTessin looks to score with a jab to the body but Strap is just out of range.
Strap swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
RoboTessin throws a jab but it's blocked by Strap.
Strap throws a counter combo.
RoboTessin throws out a loose jab but Strap uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strap doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
RoboTessin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Strap.
RoboTessin looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Strap misses.
Strap steps to the side to avoid the strikes from RoboTessin.
Strap now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Strap paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Strap lands a glancing blow to the side of RoboTessin's head.
Randy RoboTessin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RoboTessin goes for a double leg but Strap avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Strap continues to drive forward.
Strap throws a body punch but RoboTessin moves out of range.
Strap wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A swing and a miss from RoboTessin.
RoboTessin swings away with a body shot that misses
and Strap counters with a two punch combo. #T1#
RoboTessin takes a shot right to the bread basket.
RoboTessin misses with a jab to the body
and Strap counters with a straight right hand.#ROC2#
RoboTessin is rocked!
RoboTessin throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Strap counters with a right hand from hell and RoboTessin is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jock Strap!
Jock Strap took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Arcticus University: London for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: PSE 22     
Date:   Jan 12, 2019
#R1#
Decent striking displayed by Nuts there.
Nuts keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nuts seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Strap throws an off balance right hand
letting Nuts counter with a right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Jock Strap has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Nuts does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nuts throws the left hand but Strap avoids the punch easily.
Nuts throws a poor cross that misses
and Strap cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Strap takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap misses with a body shot
and Nuts connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Strap throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T1#
Nuts connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Strap momentarily.
Strap slips under a jab.
The crowd cheers as Nuts lands an impressive looking overhand right. Strap doesn't seem phased though.
Nuts misses with a right hand
and Strap makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Strap misses with a jab to the body
letting Nuts counter with a right hand.
Nuts is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nuts rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Strap makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Strap misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Nuts to counter with a crisp jab.
Strap lands a jab to the nose.#T2#
Nuts throws a hook to the side of Strap's head but Strap sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nuts is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nuts connects with a right hand. Strap shakes it off.
Strap throws a body shot but no joy.
Strap moves out of range of the strikes.
Strap is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Nuts rather than just go for the knockout.
Strap lands a body shot.
Nuts throws a hook to the side of Strap's head but Strap sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nuts throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Strap sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Strap releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nuts moves into range and connects with a jab. #T3#
Strap looks to throw the jab but Nuts is out of range.
Strap throws a hook but Nuts avoids it easily.
Nuts is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A nice combination there by Strap.
Strap slips under a jab from Nuts.
Strap swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nuts doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nuts takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#
Nuts is rocked!
Nuts lands a jab.#T4#
Nuts misses with a right hand
and Strap counters with a left to the body.
Nuts is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Strap throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little feinted left hand from Nuts on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nuts misses with a looping left.
Strap takes a swing at Nuts's ribcage but misses.
Strap scores with a nice head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Strap ducks under a wild hook from Nuts.
Nuts throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Strap connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Oh Nuts is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nuts misses with the combination.
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 Deez Nuts will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Jock Strap's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nuts shoots in looking for a takedown. Strap tries to sprawl out of it but Nuts keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Strap manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nuts seems to have got his legs back now.
A shot to the body from Strap misses
and Nuts counters with a stiff right hand.
Nuts lands with an uppercut that bounces Strap off the cage and back into range.
Nice body punch from Strap.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap lands a head shot.
Nuts throws a jab when Strap was well out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Strap misses.
We've been informed that Strap has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Nuts lands with an uppercut that bounces Strap off the cage and back into range.
Strap on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Strap cracks Nuts with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Strap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Nuts misses its target.
Nuts throws a jab but it's blocked by Strap.
Nuts misses with a left hand
enabling Strap to counter with a crisp jab.
Jock Strap is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nuts scores with the left hand. Strap knows he should have avoided that one.
Strap looks to throw the jab but Nuts is out of range. #T2#
A jab from Nuts misses.
Strap doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Strap displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Nuts.
Strap throws a right and a left that Nuts avoids nicely.
A big right from Strap misses.
Strap uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nuts.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#KD2#
Strap lands a big right hand that sends Nuts crashing to the mat! Strap stays standing though and waves Nuts back to his feet!#ROC2#
Nuts is rocked!
Jock Strap seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T3#
Strap fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Nuts out cold! Brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Jock Strap!
Jock Strap is the new lightweight champion!
Jock Strap took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Arcticus University: London for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: PSE 19     
Date:   Dec 15, 2018
#R1#
Thomspon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Thomspon 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.
Strap connects with a nice looking jab.
Strap misses with an uppercut.
Thomspon takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Strap avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Strap scores with a jab to the body.
Strap throws out a loose jab but Thomspon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strap slips under a jab from Thomspon.
Thomspon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strap.
Thomspon lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Strap lands a two punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thomspon wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Thomspon throws a shot from downtown. Strap moves away and avoids it.
Strap throwing a counter right hand but Thomspon manages to avoid it.
Strap has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Men Only. No Liberals ! in the buildup to the fight.
Nice defenses there by Thomspon.#CL2#
Thomspon closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Strap pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Strap throws a hook but Thomspon blocks it.
Strap lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Thomspon at a distance.
Strap looks to land a right hand but Thomspon moved out of range.#T1#
Thomspon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strap moves away.
Thomspon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strap.
Thomspon tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Strap scores with a body shot.
Strap lands with a nice body punch.
Strap connects with a right hand. Thomspon shakes it off.
Strap lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Thomspon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Thomspon moves into range and clinches up with Strap.
Thomspon misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Strap breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Strap is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thomspon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Strap lands a lovely overhand right.
Strap connects with a nice looking jab.
Strap lands a nice looking body shot.
Thomspon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jock Strap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strap fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T2#
Strap scores with a jab to the head.
Thomspon throws an off balance right hand
and Strap makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Strap.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thomspon wants to clinch up but Strap keeps it at a distance.
Strap throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Thomspon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Strap misses with the combination.
A slow jab from Strap misses its intended target.
Strap misses the shot to the body.
A big right from Strap misses.
Thomspon slips under a jab.
Thomspon misses with a looping right.
Thomspon connects with a right hand. Strap shakes it off.
Strap slips under a jab.#T3#
Strap uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thomspon.
Thomspon misses with a looping right.
Strap lands a nice hook to Thomspon's body. Thomspon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Thomspon moves out of range as Strap strikes.
Thomspon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strap.
Thomspon tries to counter by closing the distance.
Thomspon blocks a jab.
Thomspon shoots in for a takedown but Strap shows good takedown defense.
Thomspon slips a straight right by Strap.
Strap sets himself, and Thomspon steps forward looking for the clinch! Strap avoids it this time.
Thomspon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Thomspon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Strap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thomspon.
Strap is looking to counter punch.
Thomspon on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Strap misses with an uppercut. Thomspon saw that one coming.
Strap throws a jab but it's blocked by Thomspon.
Strap keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Strap ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Strap swings for the body but Thomspon moves out of range. #T4#
Thomspon looks to throw the jab but Strap is 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!
Strap loads up on a big right hand but Thomspon slips the punch.
Strap is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Strap lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. Thomspon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Strap lands a jab to the head.
Thomspon misses with a straight right.
Strap smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Thomspon takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Strap misses with a straight left.
Thomspon throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Strap on the side of the head.
Thomspon throws a jab but it's blocked by Strap.
Thomspon scores with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Strap throws out a loose jab but Thomspon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thomspon lunges at Strap with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Strap's hand.
Strap misses with a wild body shot.
Thomspon is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Strap swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Thomspon fails with an attempt to clinch.
Strap swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Strap defending well as Thomspon loads up on a big left hand.
Strap looks to land a combination. Thomspon sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Thomspon missing with a left hand there. Strap was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Thomspon slips under a jab.
A swing and a miss from Thomspon.
Strap misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jock Strap is winning the standup battle so far.
Thomspon misses with a straight right.
Strap connects with a nice looking jab.
Strap dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Strap throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Thomspon throws a sloppy head kick and Strap moves out of range easily.
It looked like Strap wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Thomspon has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Thomspon there as he acknowledges the shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thomspon throws a good cross that connects.
Strap is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thomspon can do to turn this around?
Strap swats away the attempt to clinch by Thomspon.
A jab from Strap misses. #T1#
Strap connects with a body shot that sends Thomspon's belly button to the back.
Strap with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Thomspon misses with a body punch
and Strap counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Strap takes a swing at Thomspon's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thomspon! But no joy.
Strap looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A little jabbing left from Thomspon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice straight punches there by Thomspon. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Thomspon.
Thomspon throws an overhand right that lands on Strap's shoulder, as Strap tries to avoid the shot.
Strap keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thomspon.
Strap swinging wildly here.
Strap avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Thomspon takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Thomspon missing with a left hand there. Strap was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Strap throws a predictable looking body shot
and Thomspon counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strap lands a right hook to the body.
Thomspon tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Strap counter with a right hand. #T2#
Thomspon lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Strap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thomspon.
A quick step to the side and Strap tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thomspon has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Thomspon takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Strap scores with a jab to the head.
Thomspon throws a hook but Strap blocks it.
Strap is looking for a counter combo.
Thomspon missing with a left hand there. Strap was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Thomspon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Strap.
Thomspon drops his hands momentarily and Strap takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Strap lands a nice shot to the body.
Strap listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Thomspon defending well as Strap loads up on a big left hand.
Strap's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Strap duly obliges.
Strap is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thomspon.
Strap misses the jab.
Thomspon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Strap steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thomspon.#T3#
Strap lands with a right hand.
Strap misses with a jab, cross combination.
Strap misses with the combination.
Strap misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thomspon.
Strap scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Thomspon slips under a jab from Strap.
Thomspon missing with a left hand there. Strap was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Thomspon slips under a jab.
Strap misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Strap looks to land a left hand but Thomspon moved out of range nicely.
Strap cracks a nice hook into Thomspon's ribs.
The fighters circling - Thomspon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Strap throwing a counter right hand but Thomspon manages to avoid it.
Thomspon is looking to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Strap on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Strap slips a jab from Thomspon.#T4#
Strap misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thomspon.
Strap waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Thomspon.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thomspon throws a series of punches but Strap moves out of range.
Strap is looking to counter punch.
Strap looks to throw the jab but Thomspon is out of range.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thomspon moves away.
Strap connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Thomspon connects with a body shot.
Strap looks to land a right hand but Thomspon moved out of range.
Strap slips a jab from Thomspon.
Thomspon takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Thomspon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Strap catches Thomspon with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Strap looks to land a left hand but Thomspon moved out of range nicely.
Thomspon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thomspon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Thomspon walks into a straight right hand from Strap.
Thomspon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strap moves away.
Strap scores with a body shot.
Strap works the jab nicely.
Strap comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Strap fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Thomspon on the side of the head.
Strap misses the jab.
Thomspon looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Strap works Thomspon's body with a nice hook.
Strap keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thomspon.
Strap misses with a looping left.
Strap lands with an overhand left.
Strap takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show 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!
Strap throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Strap fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Thomspon wants to clinch up but Strap keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Thomspon is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A slow jab from Strap misses its intended target.
Thomspon is looking to clinch.
Thomspon walks into a jab.
Thomspon slips a jab and a cross from Strap.
Thomspon drops his hands momentarily and Strap takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The fighters circling - Strap throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thomspon misses with a body shot.
Thomspon throws a hook but Strap blocks it.
Strap jabs at Thomspon's body.
Strap swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thomspon is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Thomspon takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Thomspon throws a right hand that Strap ducks under and follows up with a left that Strap also avoids with ease.
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!
Strap getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Strap throws a big shot that misses.
Joshua Thomspon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jock Strap is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Nice cross by Thomspon.
Strap scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Strap connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Thomspon momentarily.
Thomspon needs to keep his hands up - Strap had a free shot at his head there.
Strap lands with an uppercut that bounces Thomspon off the cage and back into range.
Strap connects with a looping right hand.
Strap walks into a stiff left hand from Thomspon.
Strap connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Strap throws a body punch but Thomspon moves out of range.
Strap misses with an uppercut.
Thomspon feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Straps jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Thomspon is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Strap throws a big shot that misses.
Strap scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Thomspon doesn't seem bothered though.
Strap lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Thomspon circles away quickly and effectively.#T3#
Strap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thomspon.
Strap throws a poor cross that misses
letting Thomspon counter with a right hand.
Nice shot by Strap.
Strap throws a right hand that Thomspon ducks under and follows up with a left that Thomspon also avoids with ease.
A punch combination from Strap misses.
Thomspon fails in his attempt to clinch.
Thomspon wants to clinch up but Strap keeps it at a distance.
Thomspon misses with a straight right.
Strap throws a right hand that Thomspon ducks under and follows up with a left that Thomspon also avoids with ease.
Strap moves out of range as Thomspon strikes.
Thomspon misses with a hook
and Strap counters with a one-two to the body.
Strap scores with a nice right hand. #CL2#
Thomspon closes the distance and clinches.
Thomspon tries a body shot but Strap blocks it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thomspon misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Thomspon misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Thomspon fails to land.
Strap blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thomspon tries to work over Strap's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thomspon can't find room to land a body shot as Strap controls the action.
Strap blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thomspon swings wildly with an uppercut but Strap uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Strap.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short body shot lands from Thomspon as the two fighters clinch.
Thomspon tries to throw a body punch but Strap avoids it by throwing Thomspon back against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jock Strap showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Strap, 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jock Strap!

Jock Strap really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Arcticus University: London logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: PSE 14     
Date:   Nov 17, 2018
#R1#
Strap rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but A T Rex Bottom moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Strap misses with a hook #TD2#
and A T Rex Bottom counters with a shoot takedown. Strap fights it but they end up in guard. #ES#
Strap pushes A T Rex Bottom off and scrambles back to his feet.
A punch combination from Strap misses.
Strap with a hook.
Strap throws a body punch but A T Rex Bottom 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!
Strap throws a shot from downtown. A T Rex Bottom moves away and avoids it.
Nice defenses there by A T Rex Bottom.#T1#
A T Rex Bottom uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Strap.
A T Rex Bottom with the counter takedown but Strap avoids it easily.
Strap misses with a combination #TD2#
and A T Rex Bottom counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Strap!
A T Rex Bottom tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
A T Rex Bottom trying to control the position but Strap is working away.
A T Rex Bottom is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T2#
A T Rex Bottom might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Strap haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
A T Rex Bottom is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Strap's shoulder. That is not cool.
A T Rex Bottom wants to lay and pray for a moment but Strap keeps working.
A lull in the action here.
Strap tries to improve position but can't.
Strap is not content to let A T Rex Bottom control the position.
A T Rex Bottom lands a decent elbow from side control. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Strap's face as A T Rex Bottom controls the position.
Strap is not content to let A T Rex Bottom control the position.
Strap can't do much from the bottom here.
Strap is looking for a sweep.
A T Rex Bottom fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Strap is trying to escape the position but A T Rex Bottom is controlling the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
A T Rex Bottom trying to control the position but Strap is working away. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Strap definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Strap throws out a powerful jab.
Strap works over A T Rex Bottom's head and body with a nice combination.
Strap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but A T Rex Bottom moves away.
A T Rex Bottom avoids a punch combination nicely.
A T Rex Bottom feints the counter takedown.
A T Rex Bottom walks into a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
A T Rex Bottom slips a jab and a cross from Strap.
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but A T Rex Bottom is just out of range.
Strap backing away here, and A T Rex Bottom unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Strap throws a body shot but no joy.
Strap lands a straight punch to the body, keeping A T Rex Bottom at a distance.
A T Rex Bottom ducks under a wild hook from Strap.
A T Rex Bottom was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by A T Rex Bottom.
A swing and a miss from Strap.
It seemed like A T Rex Bottom was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice defenses there by A T Rex Bottom.#T1#
Strap with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A jab from Strap misses.
A T Rex Bottom is trying to counter with his kicks.
Strap throws a body punch but A T Rex Bottom moves out of range.
Strap looks to land a right hand but A T Rex Bottom moved out of range.
A T Rex Bottom looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Strap is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that A T Rex Bottom can do to turn this around?
Strap fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A T Rex Bottom feints the counter takedown.
A T Rex Bottom slips under a jab from Strap.
Jock Strap is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Strap moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Strap connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Strap misses with a body shot.
A T Rex Bottom flicks out a counter leg kick but Strap steps away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. A T Rex Bottom does a little dance to reset his feet.
A T Rex Bottom drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Strap defends it well.
Jock Strap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A T Rex Bottom uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strap.
A T Rex Bottom flicks out a counter leg kick but Strap steps away.
Strap throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and A T Rex Bottom counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Strap!
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 T Rex Bottom controlling the position.
Strap takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T3#
A T Rex Bottom tries to move to mount but Strap blocks the move with his legs.
A T Rex Bottom trying to control the position but Strap is working away.
A T Rex Bottom in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
A T Rex Bottom trying to control the action but Strap is working from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
A T Rex Bottom taking a break here but Strap is having none of it and regains half guard.
A T Rex Bottom wants to take a breather but Strap is having none of it.
A T Rex Bottom content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
A T Rex Bottom thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Strap's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A T Rex Bottom throws a strike but Strap avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Strap being controlled here, momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jock Strap dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Strap scores with a jab to the jaw.
A T Rex Bottom keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strap.
Strap scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strap uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before A T Rex Bottom has time to react.
Strap swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Good exchange - Strap coming out on top.
Strap misses with a hook.
A T Rex Bottom swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Strap dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Strap misses with an uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strap. A T Rex Bottom does a little dance to reset his feet.
A T Rex Bottom looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Strap jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A T Rex Bottom with the counter takedown but Strap avoids it easily.
Strap getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Snake Under A T Rex Bottom has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jock Strap is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Strap feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits A T Rex Bottoms jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Strap just misses with a punch to the body.
A T Rex Bottom drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Strap defends it well.
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but A T Rex Bottom is just out of range.
A T Rex Bottom walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Strap lands with a hook. A T Rex Bottom tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Strap scores with a hook to the body. A T Rex Bottom takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Strap throws a body shot but no joy.
A T Rex Bottom drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Strap defends it well.#T3#
Strap loads up on a big right hand but A T Rex Bottom slips the punch.
A T Rex Bottom changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A T Rex Bottom has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from A T Rex Bottom there as he acknowledges the shot.
Strap misses with a looping right.
Strap throws a hook but A T Rex Bottom avoids it easily.
A T Rex Bottom only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Strap looks to land a right hand but A T Rex Bottom moved out of range.
Nice defenses there by A T Rex Bottom.
A T Rex Bottom looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A T Rex Bottom ducks under a wild hook from Strap.
A little jabbing left from A T Rex Bottom on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
Strap looks to score with a jab to the body but A T Rex Bottom is just out of range.
A T Rex Bottom is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Strap throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent A T Rex Bottom stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Strap misses with a hook. A T Rex Bottom ducked under it nicely.
A T Rex Bottom is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Strap works A T Rex Bottom's body with a nice hook.
A T Rex Bottom on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Strap lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jock Strap showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Strap, 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 Josh West scores the fight 30:26
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 30:26
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jock Strap!

Jumping up and down and very excited, Jock Strap waved his t-shirt featuring Arcticus University: London's logo in front of the cameras.
The defeated Snake Under A T Rex Bottom had this to say: 'Noooooo, he got his stench on me... Ill be back...'.

 

Event: LFF : 5     
Date:   Sep 21, 2018
#R1#
Strap throws a body shot but no joy.
Asrat feinted with a counter takedown.
Asrat misses the body punch
and Strap counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Asrat drops his hands momentarily and Strap takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Tekle Asrat has been cut.#TD#
Asrat shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Strap napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Strap parries the strikes from Asrat easily there. Asrat is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Strap to escape.
Asrat tries to move to mount but Strap blocks the move with his legs.
Asrat taking a breather here. #T1#
Asrat misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Strap being controlled for a moment.
Asrat scoring with punches and elbows.
Asrat scoring with punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Asrat misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Asrat misses with the ground and pound.
Asrat throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Strap works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Strap really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Asrat. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Asrat throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Asrat throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Asrat not doing much here.
Asrat not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Asrat looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Strap with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Asrat 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.
Asrat lands with a punch from half guard.
Asrat is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Strap!
Strap wants to control but Asrat is having none of it.
Asrat lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Strap hang on?#T3#
Asrat connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Asrat controlling from mount.
Asrat throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Strap because Asrat loaded up on that one.
Asrat misses with some ground and pound and Strap recovers position to half guard.
Still in half guard, Asrat seems content to control.#T4#
Strap taking some punishment here, with Asrat in his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Asrat is nestled in close to Strap, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Strap trying to control from the bottom.
Asrat missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tekle Asrat dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tekle Asrat's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Strap takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Asrat takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Strap with a hook.
Asrat looks to score with a jab to the body but Strap is just out of range.
Asrat scores with a hook to the body. Strap takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Asrat lands a glancing blow to the side of Strap's head.
Asrat lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Strap at a distance.
Asrat misses with a right hand
and Strap counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Asrat thinking.
Strap missing with a left hand there. Asrat was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Strap's coach down at Men Only. No Liberals ! was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Strap's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Asrat dives in and grabs Strap's left leg, looking for a takedown. Strap pushes down on Asrat's head and hops out.
A looping hook to the body misses from Asrat. Strap does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
The fighters circling - Asrat throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Strap bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Asrat misses with a takedown attempt
and Strap cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Strap looks to land a right hand but Asrat moved out of range.
It looked like Asrat was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Strap.
Asrat is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Strap can do to turn this around?
Asrat throws a sloppy body shot
and Strap counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC2#
Asrat is rocked!
A shot to the body from Asrat misses
and Strap counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Asrat out cold! What a finish! Strap is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jock Strap!
Jock Strap is the new featherweight champion!
Jock Strap made sure to mention his sponsor, Arcticus University: London in his post fight interview.

 

Event: LFF : 2     
Date:   Aug 31, 2018
#R1#
Strap defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Williams.
Williams on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Williams takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Williams misses with a left hand
and Strap counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Strap moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Danga de danga de dang - Williams scores with a four punch combination!
Some wild striking there from Williams.
Strap swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Williams misses with a takedown #KD#
and Strap counters with a nice right hand that sends Williams toppling to the canvas! Williams scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Strap finish him?!#ROC#
Williams is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Clarence Williams has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strap is throwing a storm of strikes! Right hook, left hook and follows it up with a spinning back fist! Williams hits the canvas like a rag doll! And just like that, this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Jock Strap!
A victorious Jock Strap thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Test 5     
Date:   Jul 28, 2018
#R1#
Chudinov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nice uppercut there from Strap.
Chudinov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chudinov should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Chudinov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Strap.
Chudinov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Chudinov works the jab nicely.
No joy there for Strap, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The fighters circling - Strap throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Strap digs a good body shot into Chudinov's ribs.
Chudinov throws a big shot that misses.
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!
Chudinov defending well as Strap loads up on a big left hand.
Strap connects with a right hand. Chudinov shakes it off.
Chudinov throws a shot from downtown. Strap moves away and avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Strap on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Strap.
Chudinov misses the jab.
Strap slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#ROC#
Chudinov is rocked!
Strap looks to land a combination but Chudinov avoids it well.
Chudinov throws a counter combo.
Chudinov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Strap is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T1#
Chudinov gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Strap gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jock Strap!

 

 
 
 
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