Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: GAMMA#995 Karim v Lovanov
Date: Apr 22, 2023

#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Lombardo as Camacho shoots in.
Lombardo digs a good hook to Camacho's body.
Lombardo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Camachos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Camacho misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo jabs at Camacho's body.
We've been hearing reports that Camacho has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Camacho connects with a jab.
Camacho fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A punch combination from Camacho misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Camacho. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Camacho scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lombardo doesn't seem bothered though.
Camacho scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Camacho scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lombardo doesn't seem bothered though.
Camacho pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lombardo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Camacho with a body shot.
Lombardo throws a shot to the body. #T1#
Camacho tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lombardo defends well and Camacho ends up having to push Lombardo into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lombardo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jermaine Camacho. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lombardo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lombardo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Camacho backwards.
Lombardo pushes Camacho back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Camacho tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo presses Camacho against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Camacho is breathing heavily.
Lombardo works on Camacho's body with a couple of short punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Camacho is looking to control Lombardo's arms but Lombardo gets an underhook and turns him. Now Camacho has his back to the cage.
Camacho jumps guard but Lombardo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Camacho misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Camacho misses with a body punch.
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Camacho backwards.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of Camacho's head.
Lombardo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Lombardo as the two fighters clinch.
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Camacho blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T2#
A left hand lands to the body for Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Camacho backwards.
Lombardo lands an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Camacho backwards.
Lombardo lands an uppercut.
Lombardo lands a shot to the body.
Lombardo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lombardo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Camacho blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Camacho takes a shot to the head. #ROC2#Camacho is rocked!
Camacho misses with a body punch.
Oh Camacho is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lombardo lands a big right hand that drops Camacho! The killer instinct kicks in and Lombardo finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Lombardo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santino Lombardo!
Santino Lombardo decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: GAMMA#991 Joosep v Azor
Date: Mar 26, 2023

#R1#
Connor throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo throws a counter high kick but Connor was just alert enough to avoid it.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Lombardo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Connor at a distance.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Connor.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo throws a leg kick
and Connor counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Connor takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Connor lands a head shot.
Connor tries to land a leg kick but Lombardo saw it coming and moves away.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Connor throws out the jab.
Lombardo lands a jab to the head.
Connor pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range and Connor settles back down.
Lombardo scores with a spinning back kick!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Lombardo tried to counter with a leg kick but Connor avoided it.
Connor lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Greg Connor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Connor misses with a body shot.
Good exchange - Connor coming out on top.
Lombardo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Connor scores with a hook to the body. Lombardo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Connor just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Decent striking displayed by Lombardo there.
Lombardo defending well as Connor loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Connor.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Connor sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It seemed like Connor was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Connor lands a body shot.
Lombardo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo scores with a nice right hand.
Connor fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo lands with a hook. Connor tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lombardo lands a glancing blow to the side of Connor's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Connor swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Connor sees coming a mile off.
Lombardo with a nice calf kick.
Connor keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Connor lands a leg kick that knocks Lombardo off balance momentarily.
A clash of legs there as Lombardo blocks the low kick.
Lombardo takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Connor swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Connor on the side of the head.
Connor is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Connor defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Connor slips a straight right by Lombardo.
Connor only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lombardo takes a swing at Connor's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick.
Connor blocks a jab.
Lombardo scores with a nice head shot.
Lombardo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Connor counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Connor with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Connor blocks the body kick.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Connor.
Both fighters circling a little - Lombardo finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T3#
Connor lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lombardo digs a good body shot into Connor's ribs.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Connor.
Connor ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice shot lands for Lombardo.
Connor avoids the head kick by Lombardo.
Connor feints a counter leg kick.
Connor tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Connor.
Connor looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Connor throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Connor misses with a double jab
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
Connor looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Connor scores with a nice head shot.
Connor uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo throws a jab when Connor was well out of range.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the body
and Connor counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Connor avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Connor misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo walks into a stiff left hand from Connor.
Connor is looking to chop away at Lombardo's legs.
Connor fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo throws a quick counter kick to the body but Connor avoids it.
Connor throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Connor does a little dance to reset his feet.
Connor looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Connor has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Lombardo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Connor throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lombardo tests Connor's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Connor misses with a low kick.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Connor avoids the punch easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Connor's head.
Connor throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo tried to counter with a leg kick but Connor avoided it.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Connor moves away.
Connor misses with a wild body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Connor dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Connor takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Connor throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Connor in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Connor takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lombardo.
Connor looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lombardo misses with a head kick.
Lombardo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A low kick lands for Connor.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Connor throws a body shot but no joy.
A little feinted left hand from Lombardo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Connor scores with a hook.
Connor lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
Lombardo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Lombardo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Connor connects with a leg kick.
Lombardo takes one to the side of the head.
Connor is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lombardo rather than just go for the knockout.
A good leg kick by Lombardo.
Lombardo jabs Connor right on the nose. Connor blinks but takes it well.
Nice straight punches there by Lombardo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a chopping leg kick but Connor manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Connor chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Connor thuds his right hand into Lombardo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Connor misses with a leg kick.
Lombardo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Connor lands a lovely overhand right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
Connor swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lombardo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Connor's knee momentarily.
Connor takes one to the chin there.
Lombardo throws a hook but Connor avoids it easily.
Connor dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lombardo. That did some damage!
Connor waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.#T2#
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Connor connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lombardo momentarily.
Lombardo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lombardo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A slapping leg kick lands for Connor.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Connor.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Connor.
Nice body punch from Lombardo.
Connor scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Connor.
Connor just misses with a punch to the body.
Connor throws a front kick aimed at Lombardo's knee but Lombardo avoids it well.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Connor.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Connor's sensitive parts.
Connor misses with a looping right.#T3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lombardo walks into a stiff left hand from Connor.
Connor connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
Connor swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lombardo swings for the body but Connor moves out of range.
Lombardo throws a hook but Connor blocks it.
Connor misses with a straight right.
Connor scores with a hook.
Lombardo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lombardo defending well as Connor loads up on a big left hand.
An inside leg kick from Connor misses.
Lombardo feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Connor swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Connor is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lombardo with a body shot.
Connor scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Connor let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lombardo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Connor throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Lombardo is rocked!#CUT2#Santino Lombardo's cut is getting worse.
Lombardo looks up at the clock. Bad move! Connor lands a right hand from hell, dropping Lombardo. Connor pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Greg Connor!
After winning the bout, Greg Connor thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: GAMMA#985 Karim v Lovanov
Date: Feb 11, 2023

#R1#
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Barbosa. That did some damage!
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Lombardo misses.
Barbosa slips a jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Barbosa.
Barbosa lands with a nice body punch.
Barbosa wants to clinch
and Lombardo counters with a good low kick that Barbosa was not able to check.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A nice side step and Lombardo releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Jab from Barbosa.
Lombardo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Barbosa wants to clinch
and Lombardo counters with an outside leg kick.
Barbosa throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Daniel Barbosa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Barbosa swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Barbosa jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Barbosa swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range. #T2#
Barbosa misses with a wild combination.
Lombardo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Barbosa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Barbosa misses the shot to the body.
Barbosa staying out of range there.
Barbosa swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Barbosa scores with a decent looking hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo slips under a jab.#T3#
Barbosa throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Barbosa throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lombardo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Barbosa really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Lombardo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Barbosa misses with a hook.
Barbosa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo flicks out a counter leg kick but Barbosa steps away.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.#T4#
Barbosa throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body.
Barbosa blocks a leg kick.
Barbosa appears to be looking for a big counter.
Barbosa looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo throws a leg kick
and Barbosa counters with a one-two to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barbosa stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lombardo.
Barbosa swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Barbosa misses its target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Barbosa dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
It looked like Barbosa was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lombardo.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Barbosa moved away.
Barbosa rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#CL#
Lombardo gets tackled into the cage by Barbosa. Barbosa maintains the clinch.
Barbosa lands with a short shot to the head.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Barbosa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Lombardo.
Barbosa working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Barbosa prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Barbosa lands a body punch.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from Barbosa. #T1#
Barbosa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Barbosa misses with a body punch.
Barbosa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Barbosa throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Barbosa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Barbosa misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a punch to the body.
Barbosa tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Barbosa.
Barbosa is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lombardo can do to turn this around?
Barbosa lands a shoulder strike.
Lombardo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Barbosa backwards.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo stalling.
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land.
Barbosa scores with a shot to the side of Lombardo's head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Barbosa tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from Barbosa. #T2#
Good body shot from Lombardo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Barbosa lands with a light punch inside.
Barbosa misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo lands with a short shot to the head.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbosa tries to throw a body punch but Lombardo avoids it by throwing Barbosa back against the cage.
Barbosa blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo works on Barbosa's body with a couple of short punches.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Daniel Barbosa has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barbosa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
Lombardo lands with a light punch inside.
Barbosa stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short body shot lands from Lombardo as the two fighters clinch.
Barbosa cracks Lombardo with a nice body shot.
Barbosa working aggressively here.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Barbosa's elbow.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3#
Barbosa has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Barbosa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Barbosa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC2#
Lombardo manages to break the clinch.
Barbosa connects with a nice looking jab.
Lombardo cracks Barbosa with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A big left from Barbosa misses.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
We've been told by Barbosa's head coaches at Canadian Combat Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lombardo with a nice calf kick.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A nice side step and Lombardo releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lombardo slips under a jab.#T4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Barbosa is just out of range.
Barbosa swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Barbosa connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Barbosa sees coming a mile off.
Barbosa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barbosa lands with a shot to the body.
Barbosa moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick.
Lombardo tries to land a body kick
and Barbosa counters with a lovely straight right hand!
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 Daniel Barbosa will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Lombardo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CUT#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Barbosa's head but Barbosa sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A left and a right from Lombardo both land. Nice combination.
Barbosa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
Barbosa was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Barbosa scores with a sloppy right hand. Lombardo should have avoided that one.
Barbosa tries to close the distance and clinch but Lombardo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barbosa.
Barbosa looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo throws out a counter right but Barbosa avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Barbosa misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Barbosa wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Barbosa lands a jab to the nose.
Barbosa lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL#
Barbosa fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lombardo, pushing him back against the cage.
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short left from Lombardo.
Barbosa tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it. #T2#
Barbosa misses with a punch on the inside.
Lombardo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Lombardo cracks Barbosa with a nice body shot.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Santino Lombardo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Barbosa is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lombardo lands a left hand.
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lombardo digs a right hand into Barbosa's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Barbosa's gas tank.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A short uppercut from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Lombardo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Barbosa backwards.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lombardo is working Barbosa over against the cage.
Nice body punch from Lombardo - that landed with a thud.
Lombardo gets through Barbosa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo digs a right hand into Barbosa's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Barbosa's gas tank.
Lombardo is leaning against Barbosa and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short body shot lands from Lombardo as the two fighters clinch.
A shot in the inside from Lombardo. #ROC2#Barbosa is rocked!
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
Oh Barbosa is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Lombardo lands a hook that snaps the head of Barbosa backwards.
Lombardo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
A short uppercut from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Barbosa to his knees! Lombardo keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santino Lombardo!
A relieved looking Santino Lombardo thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Daniel Barbosa had this to say: 'Congrats to White Jr, I fought hard to be champion and will keep fighting hard to get back and get my title. Back to the gym, I’d like to fight again soon... '.

Event: GAMMA#981 Joosep v Rosa
Date: Jan 14, 2023

#R1#
Lombardo throws the kick towards the body but Bob avoids it.
Bob throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo stuns Bob with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lombardo throws a lazy uppercut
and Bob counters with a two punch combo.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Bob misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Bob throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Lombardo lands with an uppercut that bounces Bob off the cage and back into range.
Lombardo cracks Bob with a good jab.#T1#
Bob avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Bob misses the target.
Lombardo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bob misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bob tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bob lands a glancing blow to the side of Lombardo's head.
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Bob fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lombardo just manages to avoid it.
Bob misses with a body shot
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Lombardo! Bob is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santino Lombardo!
A victorious Santino Lombardo thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Scooter Bob was interviewed post fight and said 'Back in my day, the loser was better. Guess some things never change.'.

Event: GAMMA#976 Akechi v Logan
Date: Dec 10, 2022

#R1#
Nansen looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Nansen tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lombardo defends well and Nansen ends up having to push Lombardo into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lombardo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nansen.
Nansen misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Nansen has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A body shot lands from Nansen.
Lombardo lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Nansen controls the action.
Nansen can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Nansen.
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nansen throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo lands with a left to the head.
Nansen misses with some punches.
Nansen misses with a punch on the inside.
Lombardo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nansen backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Nansen.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo. #TD#
Nansen gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Nansen is looking for a kimura but Lombardo is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Nansen to get the leverage. #T1#
Nansen wants to pass the guard but Lombardo is defending well.
Nansen is working hard here to advance position.
Lombardo trying to hold on to Nansen's head to control him but Nansen postures up.
Nansen trying to mount his opponent but Lombardo defends it.
Lombardo blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nansen.
Nansen tries to pass to full mount but Lombardo defends it.
Nansen is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Nansen trying to control the position from guard on top but Lombardo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Lombardo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lombardo has Nansen pulled in close to control his posture.
Nansen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nansen trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nansen tries to free his leg and advance position but Lombardo is retaining full guard.
Lombardo wants to sweep here but Nansen controlling him for the moment. #ES2#
Lombardo has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Nansen off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Nansen.
Nansen takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Thorvald Nansen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nansen throws a low kick but Lombardo moves out of range easily. #T3#
Lombardo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nansen 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 body kick from Nansen
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Nansen misses with a kick to the body.
Nansen looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Lombardo feints and then cracks Nansen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nansen down.
Nansen scores with a jab to the head.
Nansen looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Nansen throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nansen slips under a jab.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lombardo.
Nansen scores with a nice right hand. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo moves out of range as Nansen strikes.
Nansen throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nansen connects with a right hand. Lombardo shakes it off.
Nansen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Nansen. Lombardo shrugs it off though.
Nansen missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nansen.
Lombardo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nansen throws a right hand that misses
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Lombardo ducks right into an uppercut from Nansen.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
That's time! Nansen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Nansen throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nansen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nansen tried to score with a low kick but Lombardo checks it.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lombardo scores with a body shot. #TD#
Lombardo gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Nansen preventing the sweep.
Nansen looking to sit in guard and control but Lombardo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lombardo trying to control but Nansen is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Nansen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lombardo defends it easily.
Lombardo sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Nansen working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lombardo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lombardo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lombardo stays in close to Nansen's body and controls the position.
Lombardo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Nansen looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nansen is looking to sweep but instead, Lombardo has passed into half guard. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Nansen is staying active underneath Lombardo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nansen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nansen.#SUB#
Nansen is looking for a triangle but Lombardo pushes his legs off easily.
Lombardo showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lombardo slips nicely into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lombardo wants to pass the guard but Nansen is defending well.
Lombardo slows the pace down in half guard. #T3#
Nansen gets full guard.
Lombardo wants to control from the top but Nansen keeps moving.
Lombardo controlling from the top position.
Nansen 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.
Lombardo looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Lombardo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nansen has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lombardo has managed to get both his arms back between Nansen's legs - danger averted.
Lombardo looking to pass the guard.
Nansen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lombardo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Lombardo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nansen trying to control but Lombardo is working from the bottom.
Lombardo trying to control the position.
Nansen stands and throws Lombardo's legs to the side, diving into side control.
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 Thorvald Nansen will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Lombardo defending well as Nansen loads up on a big left hand.
Nansen is looking to chop away at Lombardo's legs.
A low kick from Nansen misses
and Lombardo counters with a two punch combo.
Lombardo lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nansen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
A jab from Nansen misses.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Nansen throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lombardo appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A good leg kick by Nansen.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Nansen looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Nansen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nansen throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
Lombardo takes a swing at Nansen's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Nansen throws a solid leg kick but Lombardo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Nansen.
Nansen misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Nansen throws a right and a left that Lombardo avoids nicely.
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
Nansen slips a jab from Lombardo.
Nansen shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lombardo pinned against the cage. Lombardo gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Lombardo has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T2#
Nansen throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nansen throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nansen tests Lombardo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lombardo jabs Nansen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nansen throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nansen on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lombardo cracks Nansen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T3#
Nansen misses with an uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lombardo throws a good cross that connects.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nansen.
Nansen tries to counter by clinching up but Lombardo breaks away and moves out of range.#TD#
Nansen shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lombardo's guard.
Lombardo wants to get back to his feet but Nansen passes into half guard. #REVB#
Lombardo wants to control but Nansen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nansen works his foot free and advances to mount.
Nansen with good strikes from the mount here!
Lombardo wants to control but Nansen is having none of it.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nansen putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Lombardo wants to hold on but Nansen pushes him away.
Nansen lands a couple of good shots and Lombardo has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Lombardo wants to escape the position. #SUB#
Nansen is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Lombardo knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Lombardo for a finish.
Lombardo is in bad spot here.
Nansen gets his hands free as Lombardo looks to control. #SUB#
Nansen working for the choke.
Lombardo trying to control but not successfully.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Santino Lombardo.
I think Lombardo 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Santino Lombardo!
After winning the bout, Santino Lombardo thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Thorvald Nansen had this to say: 'Hinga dinga durgen'.

Event: GAMMA#973 Karim v Barboza
Date: Nov 19, 2022

#R1#
Nice defenses there by Durden.
Durden fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Durden throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Durden looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Durden rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Durden takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Durden with a hook.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Durden moves away.
Lombardo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Durden. Durden obviously looking to wear him down.
A big right from Durden misses.
Lombardo moves out of range as Durden strikes.
Abraham Durden seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A solid body kick from Durden.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo moves forwards but Durden connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lombardo lands a really nice looking cross but Durden seems unphased.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Durden.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Durden checks a leg kick nicely.#T1#
Durden takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Durden moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick.
Durden throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Durden connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lombardo. Lombardo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A thudding body kick lands there by Durden!
Durden misses with a right hand
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Durden misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
A low kick from Durden misses
and Lombardo counters with a thumping low kick.
Durden works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Durden fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lombardo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lombardo defending well as Durden loads up on a big left hand.
Durden thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Durden misses with a hook
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Durden.
Lombardo 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.
Durden feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lombardos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T2#
Lombardo lands with a right hand.
Lombardo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Durden.
A leg kick checked by Lombardo.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Durden thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo counters with an inside leg kick.
Durden lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lombardo's sensitive parts.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Durden misses with a wild body shot.
Durden lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
Durden bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lombardo's head backwards.
Durden misses with a straight right.
Durden throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a low kick, right behind Durden 's knee.
Lombardo walks into a stiff left hand from Durden.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lombardo.
Durden misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a thumping low kick. #T3#
Lombardo blocks a leg kick.
Durden misses the shot to the body.
Durden swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Durden misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Durden throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Durden throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Durden walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Durden thumps Lombardo with a low kick.
Decent striking displayed by Durden there.
Durden takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Durden swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range. #T4#
Durden throws a combination that misses
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Durden. That's going to slow Lombardo down.
Durden finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lombardo is looking to score with low kicks.
Durden misses the shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Durden moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Durden throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Durden turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Durden throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
Lombardo takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Durden attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo wants to counter the offense by Durden and move into the clinch position.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick.
A lazy body kick from Lombardo
and Durden counters with a stiff right hand.
Lombardo defending well as Durden loads up on a big left hand.
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 Abraham Durden 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#
Lombardo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Durden scores with a nice head shot.
Durden misses with a leg kick.
Abraham Durden is winning the standup battle so far.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Durden.
Durden throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Durden throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Durden misses with a straight left.
Durden throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Durden feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lombardos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Durden getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Durden checks a leg kick nicely.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Durden's shoulder, as Durden tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Durden throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Decent striking displayed by Durden there.
Lombardo lands with a straight right. Durden didn't see that one coming.
Lombardo checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lombardo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Durden misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Durden throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo feints a counter leg kick.
Durden cracks Lombardo with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Durden comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lombardo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
Lombardo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo works the jab nicely.
Lombardo pushes Durden away with a front kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Durden lands with a right hand.
Lombardo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Durden throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Durden throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lombardo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Durden throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo counters with a solid body kick.
An inside leg kick from Durden misses.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Durden uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Durden is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Durden's head but Durden sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lombardo! But no joy.
Durden slips a jab from Lombardo.
Durden connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lombardo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Durden fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo moves out of range of the body kick.#T3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Durden.
Durden tries to land a leg kick but Lombardo saw it coming and moves away.
Durden misses with a body shot
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lombardo throws a low kick but Durden avoids it.
Durden moves out of range of the body kick.
As Lombardo backs away, Durden returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lombardo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Durden was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Durden moves out of range.
Durden gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice shot lands for Durden.
Durden misses with a low kick as Lombardo jumps back.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Durden with a hook.#T4#
Lombardo checks a low kick from Durden.
A good leg kick by Durden.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Durden connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Durden misses with a right hand
and Durden takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Durden.
A nice leg kick lands there from Durden.
Lombardo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Durden connects with a solid leg kick.
Lombardo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Durden tries to land a leg kick but Lombardo saw it coming and moves away.
Lombardo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Durden.
Lombardo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Durden misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Lombardo checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abraham Durden dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Durden blocks the body kick.
Lombardo swings widly with a right hand
letting Durden counter with a right hand.
Durden moves into range and connects with a jab.
Durden takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Durden lands with a thumping leg kick.
Durden 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.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A nice leg kick lands there from Durden.
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Durden buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Durden.
Lombardo throws a jab when Durden was well out of range.
Lombardo with the inside leg kick.
Lombardo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A slapping leg kick lands for Durden. #T1#
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Durden. That did some damage!
Durden throws a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Durden. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Durden fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lombardo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Durden throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Durden throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Durden lands with a straight right. Lombardo didn't see that one coming.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Durden swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lombardo.
Durden ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo checks the leg kick nicely there.
Durden takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Durden listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T2#
A shot to the body from Durden misses
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Durden misses with a body punch
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#Durden is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Abraham Durden has been cut.
Durden jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oh Durden is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Durden throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lombardo counters with a right hand from hell and Durden is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Santino Lombardo!
Our winner, Santino Lombardo, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: GAMMA#969 Lovanov v Barboza
Date: Oct 22, 2022

#R1#
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Jaegerjaquez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Jaegerjaquez 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.
Santino Lombardo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo throws out a powerful jab.
Lombardo throws out a powerful jab.
Jaegerjaquez keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Lombardo needs to keep his hands up - Jaegerjaquez had a free shot at his head there.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jaegerjaquez.
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jaegerjaquez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jaegerjaquez looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lombardo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A jab from Lombardo finds it's way through Jaegerjaquez's defenses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jaegerjaquez looks for the body kick but Lombardo saw that one coming.
Jaegerjaquez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jaegerjaquez walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A leg kick checked by Lombardo.
Jaegerjaquez looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.#T1#
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Jaegerjaquez sees coming a mile off.
Lombardo lands with a nice body kick.
Jaegerjaquez bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lombardo's head.#CUT#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Lombardo throws a leg kick that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Jaegerjaquez misses its target.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Jaegerjaquez off balance momentarily.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Lombardo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A jab from Lombardo finds it's way through Jaegerjaquez's defenses.
Jaegerjaquez throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lombardo.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a hook to the body
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jaegerjaquez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a body shot.
Jaegerjaquez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Jaegerjaquez checks a leg kick. #T2#
Jaegerjaquez takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jaegerjaquez. That did some damage!
Lombardo lets loose with a powerful body kick. Jaegerjaquez will feel that in the morning.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a sloppy head kick and Jaegerjaquez moves out of range easily.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a body shot.
Jaegerjaquez has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jaegerjaquez there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Jaegerjaquez thuds his shin into the meat of Lombardo's side.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Jaegerjaquez moved out of range nicely.
Jaegerjaquez appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Jaegerjaquez misses the target.
Nice body punch from Lombardo.
Jaegerjaquez scores with a jab to the head.
Jaegerjaquez pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T3#
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
We've been told by Jaegerjaquez's head coaches at Berloga that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jaegerjaquez.
Lombardo thinks about the counter body kick.
Jab from Jaegerjaquez.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a hook.
Jaegerjaquez dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lombardo. That did some damage!
Jaegerjaquez misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jaegerjaquez walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lombardo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jaegerjaquez backing away here, and Lombardo unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Lombardo walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jaegerjaquez checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jaegerjaquez is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jaegerjaquez staying out of range there.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a leg kick.
Jaegerjaquez cracks Lombardo with a good jab.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the kisser. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jaegerjaquez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Jaegerjaquez.
Lombardo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lombardo is looking to land body kicks.
Jaegerjaquez is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lombardo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Jaegerjaquez's hands.
Jaegerjaquez scores with a jab. Lombardo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jaegerjaquez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Lombardo tries a quick counter leg kick but Jaegerjaquez is wise to it.
Jaegerjaquez throws a body kick that misses.
Jab from Jaegerjaquez.
A big left from Jaegerjaquez misses.
Lombardo appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jaegerjaquez works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jaegerjaquez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jaegerjaquez takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jaegerjaquez pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range and Jaegerjaquez settles back down.
Nice shot lands for Jaegerjaquez.
Jaegerjaquez connects with the punch.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
That's time! Jaegerjaquez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
Jaegerjaquez was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lombardo jabs Jaegerjaquez right on the nose. Jaegerjaquez blinks but takes it well.
Lombardo throws a push kick but Jaegerjaquez slaps the foot to one side.
Jaegerjaquez half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lombardo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jaegerjaquez counters with a low kick, right behind Lombardo 's knee.
A head kick misses from Lombardo.
Jaegerjaquez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice jab there from Lombardo.
Jaegerjaquez scores with a nice strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Lombardo is looking to clinch.
Lombardo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jaegerjaquez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a low kick.#T1#
Jaegerjaquez dips to his left and cracks Lombardo with an uppercut!
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Jaegerjaquez avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jaegerjaquez has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a wild body shot.
Jaegerjaquez checks the leg kick.
Jaegerjaquez has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lombardo finds it's way round the side to connect with Jaegerjaquez's head.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a straight left.
Jaegerjaquez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Donk. Jaegerjaquez catches Lombardo right on the button with a cross.
Jaegerjaquez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Jaegerjaquez looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jaegerjaquez throws an off balance right hand
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Lombardo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jaegerjaquez looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T2#
A bone on bone clash there as Lombardo blocks the leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A thudding body kick lands there by Lombardo!
A low kick from Lombardo misses
and Jaegerjaquez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Jaegerjaquez moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Jaegerjaquez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jaegerjaquez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jaegerjaquez attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jaegerjaquez's head backwards.
Jaegerjaquez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A shot to the body from Lombardo misses
and Jaegerjaquez makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Jaegerjaquez missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Lombardo connects with a body shot that sends Jaegerjaquez's belly button to the back.
Lombardo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jaegerjaquez walks into a straight right hand from Lombardo.
The fighters circling - Jaegerjaquez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jaegerjaquez at a distance.
Lombardo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Jaegerjaquez's shoulder, as Jaegerjaquez tries to avoid the shot.
Jaegerjaquez lands with a shot to the body.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo tries a quick counter leg kick but Jaegerjaquez is wise to it.
Lombardo misses with a lunging right hand
letting Jaegerjaquez counter with a right hand.
Jaegerjaquez throws a good cross that connects.
Lombardo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jaegerjaquez on the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jaegerjaquez misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a thumping low kick. #T4#
Jaegerjaquez is looking to land body kicks.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Jaegerjaquez moved away.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Jaegerjaquez.
And Lombardo responds with a good body kick, but Jaegerjaquez manages to step out the way in time.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jaegerjaquez's sensitive parts.
Lombardo punishes Jaegerjaquez's body with a nice straight punch.
A slow jab from Jaegerjaquez misses its intended target.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a body shot.
Jaegerjaquez stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lombardo.
Jaegerjaquez tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jaegerjaquez misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lombardo thumps Jaegerjaquez with a low kick.#CL2#
Lombardo moves into the clinch successfully.
Lombardo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jaegerjaquez swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Lombardo tries to move into range but Jaegerjaquez moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jaegerjaquez lands with a hook. Lombardo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Jaegerjaquez checks the leg kick.
Jaegerjaquez was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jaegerjaquez throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Jaegerjaquez is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A slow jab from Jaegerjaquez misses its intended target.
Jaegerjaquez connects with a crisp jab.
Jaegerjaquez is looking to land body kicks.
Nice shot lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with the body kick
and Jaegerjaquez counters with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo jabs Jaegerjaquez to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jaegerjaquez's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lombardo under the eye.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jaegerjaquez manages to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo throws an off balance right hand
and Jaegerjaquez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jab by Lombardo.#T1#
Lombardo connects with a looping right hand.
Lombardo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jaegerjaquez takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 Jaegerjaquez has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jaegerjaquez and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jaegerjaquez.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Jaegerjaquez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jaegerjaquez.
A jab from Lombardo finds it's way through Jaegerjaquez's defenses.
Jaegerjaquez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Lombardo with the inside leg kick.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Jaegerjaquez has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
Lombardo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jaegerjaquez feints and then cracks Lombardo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lombardo down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Jaegerjaquez fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lombardo.
Jaegerjaquez just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo misses with a right hand
and Jaegerjaquez counters with a stiff right hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo checks a leg kick nicely.
Lombardo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jaegerjaquez's head backwards.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Jaegerjaquez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jaegerjaquez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the jaw.#T3#
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
Jaegerjaquez throws a leg kick but Lombardo moved away.
Jaegerjaquez lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lombardo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jaegerjaquez.
Jaegerjaquez takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jaegerjaquez scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jaegerjaquez moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Jaegerjaquez 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.
Jaegerjaquez misses the jab.
Lombardo feints a counter leg kick.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jaegerjaquez is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jaegerjaquez.
Jaegerjaquez throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Jaegerjaquez throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
Lombardo thuds his shin into the meat of Jaegerjaquez's side.
Lombardo lands with a kick to the ribs. #T4#
Lombardo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jaegerjaquez has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lombardo throws a push kick but Jaegerjaquez slaps the foot to one side.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo checks a leg kick nicely.
Lombardo jabs at Jaegerjaquez's body.
Jaegerjaquez lands a jab.
Santino Lombardo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lombardo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Jaegerjaquez.
A quick step to the side and Jaegerjaquez tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jaegerjaquez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Some bone on bone action there as Jaegerjaquez checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jaegerjaquez will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Jaegerjaquez takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jaegerjaquez throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: GAMMA#966 Karim v Lovanov
Date: Oct 01, 2022

#R1#
Caldeira tries to clinch but Lombardo is having none of it.
Caldeira tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lombardo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Good exchange - Caldeira coming out on top.
Caldeira misses with a head kick.
Caldeira shoots in looking for a takedown. Lombardo tries to sprawl out of it but Caldeira keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lombardo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Lombardo as Caldeira shoots in.#TD2#
Caldeira drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#T1##SUB2#
Caldeira is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lombardo is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
You can see the frustration on Lombardo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Lombardo is trying to improve his position.
Lombardo is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Lombardo has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Caldeira is trying to get an arm triangle but Lombardo is defending well.
Lombardo gets back to half guard.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Caldeira wants to control but Lombardo is keeping him busy.
Caldeira passes to full mount! #SUB2#
Caldeira moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Lombardo has worked his arm free - good work by Lombardo!
Caldeira working away.
Caldeira throws a strike aimed at the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo avoids it well.
Sloppy strikes there by Caldeira.
You can see the frustration on Lombardo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Lombardo holding on.
Lombardo gets back to half guard.#T3##SUB2#
Caldeira seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Lombardo is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Arturo Caldeira!
Arturo Caldeira thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: GAMMA#963 Karim v Billy
Date: Sep 10, 2022

#R1#
Lombardo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Akechi at a distance.
Lombardo scores with a nice body kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Akechi is defended easily by Lombardo.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Akechi manages to avoid it.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the head.
Akechi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Akechi 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.
Akechi scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Akechi closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Lombardo is trying to control Akechi's posture but Akechi avoids it.
Akechi in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akechi throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Lombardo is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Akechi in side control lands a decent elbow.
Lombardo tries to buck Akechi off but Akechi is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Akechi 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.
Lombardo is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Check out the look on Akechi's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Lombardo takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Lombardo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Akechi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lombardo being controlled for a moment.
Akechi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Akechi in the domination position with Lombardo hanging on.
Akechi is working Lombardo over with some ground and pound from side control.
Lombardo is trying to control Akechi's posture but Akechi avoids it.
Akechi fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Lombardo manages to work his way to half guard, despite Akechi's best efforts.
Akechi looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lombardo is trying to control but can't.
Lombardo is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Akechi drops an elbow to the side of Lombardo's head. #T3#
Lombardo taking some punishment here, with Akechi in his half guard.
Akechi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lombardo makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lombardo.
Akechi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Akechi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lombardo has momentary wrist control but Akechi slips an elbow through the middle.
Lombardo managing to control the position.
Akechi lands a couple of elbows.
Lombardo has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T4#
Akechi throwing strikes but missing.
Akechi distracts Lombardo with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Akechi won't allow Lombardo to sweep him here.
Akechi is fighting to break Lombardo's control of his arms but Lombardo is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Akechi with a flurry of punches that miss.
Akechi working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Lombardo keeping moving, preventing Akechi from controlling successfully.
Akechi lands a couple of decent looking shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jubei Akechi dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Lombardo is looking to land body kicks.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Akechi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akechi was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Akechi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Akechi off balance momentarily.
Akechi misses with the combination.
Akechi connects with a body shot.
Santino Lombardo 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.
Akechi just misses with a punch to the body.
As Akechi backs away, Lombardo returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Akechi is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lombardo rather than just go for the knockout.
Akechi lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akechi.
Donk. Akechi catches Lombardo right on the button with a cross.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Akechi slips the punch.#T1#
Lombardo throws a low kick but Akechi moves out of range easily.
Nice uppercut there from Lombardo.
Akechi lands with a good body shot.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Akechi.
Lombardo fires out a quick counter leg kick but Akechi just manages to avoid it.
Lombardo lands with a right hand.
Akechi misses with a takedown attempt - Lombardo sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lombardo throws a poor cross that misses
and Akechi counters with a stiff right hand.
Akechi slips a straight right by Lombardo.
Akechi jabs at Lombardo's body.
Lombardo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Akechi takes one to the side of the head.
Akechi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lombardo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Akechi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lombardo at a distance. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Akechi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Akechi misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Akechi's knee momentarily.
Akechi scores with a body shot.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Lombardo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Akechi is out of range and Lombardo settles back down.
Lombardo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Akechi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Akechi.
Akechi just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Akechi avoids a kick to the body.
Akechi shoots in looking for a takedown but Lombardo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Akechi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Akechi manages to avoid it.
Lombardo motions for Akechi to come forward. Lombardo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo misses the jab.
Akechi moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Lombardo throws a leg kick that misses.
Lombardo lands an overhand right.
Lombardo scores with a jab.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Akechi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Akechi throws a big shot that misses.
Nice defenses there by Akechi.
Akechi throws an off balance right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lombardo misses with a hook.
Lombardo lands a really nice looking cross but Akechi seems unphased.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Akechi.
Lombardo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T4#
Lombardo 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.
Akechi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo throws out a leg kick but Akechi moves out of range and Lombardo only half commits.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Akechi shoots in for a takedown but Lombardo shows good takedown defense.
Santino Lombardo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jubei Akechi.
Lombardo jabs Akechi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lombardo leaves Akechi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Akechi walks into a jab.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Lombardo.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Akechi moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Akechi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Akechi.
Akechi dodges the punch combination from Lombardo. #TD2#
Akechi shoots in and bounces Lombardo off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Akechi preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jubei Akechi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Akechi trying to control but Lombardo is working from the bottom.
Lombardo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Lombardo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lombardo seems keen to control Akechi's posture.
Akechi connects with a couple of short punches.
Lombardo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lombardo wants to hit a sweep here but Akechi passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Lombardo there!
Lombardo sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Lombardo is trying to get back to full guard.
Akechi lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2#
Lombardo blocking the ground and pound attempt from Akechi.
Akechi not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Akechi working Lombardo over with strikes.
Lombardo moves into full guard.
Akechi working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Akechi lands a couple of elbows.
Akechi scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Akechi throws an elbow that misses. Lombardo uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Akechi's guard. Nice move by Lombardo!#REVR#
Akechi 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#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Lombardo tries to get to full guard but Akechi has control of the leg. #T3#
Akechi thows a huge punch but Lombardo dodges it nicely.
Akechi not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Akechi slips a nice elbow through Lombardo's hands, connecting with Lombardo's forehead.
Akechi thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lombardo's head.
Lombardo wants to get back to full guard.
Akechi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ground and pound from Akechi.
Lombardo is trying is best to control the position here. #T4#
Akechi working the head and body with strikes.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Akechi lands a nice short elbow.
Akechi thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nice strikes from Akechi there.
Akechi lands with a punch from half guard.
Lombardo on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Akechi wants to control but Lombardo is keeping him busy.
Akechi looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Akechi drops an elbow to the side of Lombardo's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Akechi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lombardo tries to kick Akechi off but Akechi keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jubei Akechi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Akechi 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jubei Akechi!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Jubei Akechi made sure he mentioned Brooklyn Threads, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: GAMMA#959 Song v Sonny
Date: Aug 13, 2022

#R1#
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
De Minaur is looking to counter punch.
De Minaur looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by De Minaur.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but De Minaur sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lombardo lands a head shot.
De Minaur throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but De Minaur sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo misses with a combination
letting De Minaur counter with a right hand.
De Minaur connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by De Minaur.
De Minaur scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo tries to land a body kick
and De Minaur counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lombardo takes a swing at De Minaur's ribcage but misses.
De Minaur looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
De Minaur misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T1#
Lombardo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from De Minaur.
De Minaur fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Lombardo there.
Lombardo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. De Minaur looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lombardo scores with a kick to the body.
De Minaur throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and moves out of range.
De Minaur staying out of range there.
Lombardo swings for the body but De Minaur moves out of range.
De Minaur lands a nice shot that snaps Lombardo's head back.
De Minaur bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lombardo's head backwards.
Lombardo with a nice calf kick.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but De Minaur checks it.
De Minaur tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from De Minaur.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
De Minaur fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo blocks a low kick nicely.
Lombardo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by De Minaur.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo throws a low kick but De Minaur avoids it.
De Minaur lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lombardo at a distance.
Lombardo misses with a jab to the body
and De Minaur counters with a straight right hand.
Santino Lombardo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
De Minaur lunges at Lombardo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lombardo's hand.
De Minaur checks a leg kick nicely.
De Minaur is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
De Minaur looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but De Minaur is out of range.
De Minaur fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lombardo takes a swing at De Minaur's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T3#
Lombardo scores with a kick to the body.
Lombardo throws a series of strikes that have De Minaur backpedaling.
Lombardo throws a leg kick that is checked
and De Minaur counters with a nice uppercut.
De Minaur has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from De Minaur there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lombardo slips under a jab from De Minaur.
De Minaur fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lombardo on the side of the head.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from De Minaur.
Lombardo connects with an inside leg kick.
De Minaur lands with a straight right. Lombardo didn't see that one coming.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 De Minaur has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from De Minaur and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
De Minaur lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo needs to keep his hands up - De Minaur had a free shot at his head there.
De Minaur misses with a body shot.
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
De Minaur ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.#T4#
Lombardo blocks a leg kick.
De Minaur moves out of range of the leg kick from Lombardo.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lombardo.
De Minaur swings and misses with a hook to the body.
De Minaur throws a leg kick but Lombardo moved away.
De Minaur avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lombardo fails in his attempt to clinch.
De Minaur lands the left hand.
De Minaur shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A bone on bone clash there as Lombardo blocks the leg kick.
A slow jab from De Minaur misses its intended target.
Lombardo digs a good hook to De Minaur's body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
De Minaur throws a big shot that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rod De Minaur dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Lombardo lands with an overhand left.
Lombardo lands the left hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
A lazy left from De Minaur finds it's target.
A swing and a miss from De Minaur.
A jab from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. De Minaur sees it coming and avoids it easily.
De Minaur swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
De Minaur ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Lombardo misses with a lunging right hand
and De Minaur counters with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. De Minaur checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
It looked like De Minaur wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rod De Minaur is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut
and De Minaur counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but De Minaur slips the punch.
Lombardo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and De Minaur connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lombardo scrambles back to his feet.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lombardo - that will leave a mark!
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but De Minaur slips the punch.
De Minaur clobbers Lombardo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lombardo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of De Minaur's head.
A slow jab from De Minaur misses its intended target.
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
De Minaur fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
De Minaur checks a leg kick nicely.
De Minaur lands with a nice body punch.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as De Minaur throws out the jab.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo with a nice calf kick.
De Minaur misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.#T2#
De Minaur throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
De Minaur missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
De Minaur swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
De Minaur slips a straight right by Lombardo.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
De Minaur throws a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.
De Minaur is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lombardo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
De Minaur 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.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
A jab from De Minaur misses.
De Minaur staying out of range there.
Nice shot lands for De Minaur.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
De Minaur connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lombardo momentarily. #T3#
De Minaur throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lombardo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nice body kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. De Minaur looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract De Minaur.
Lombardo slips under a jab from De Minaur.
Lombardo appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
De Minaur fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lombardo.
De Minaur looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
De Minaur misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a low kick, right behind De Minaur 's knee.
Lombardo throws a lazy uppercut
and De Minaur counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice body punch from Lombardo.
Lombardo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lombardo swinging wildly here.
De Minaur lands a right hook to the body. #T4#
De Minaur lands a lovely overhand right.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
De Minaur on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick.
De Minaur throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A lazy body kick from Lombardo
and De Minaur cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by De Minaur.
De Minaur misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
De Minaur looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but De Minaur checks it.
De Minaur digs a good hook to Lombardo's body.
De Minaur moves out of range of the leg kick from Lombardo.
De Minaur was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
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 Rod De Minaur 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#
De Minaur lands a glancing blow to the side of Lombardo's head.
Lombardo throws an off balance right hand
and De Minaur counters with a stiff right hand.
A big right from De Minaur misses.
De Minaur connects with a leg kick.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo throws a hook but De Minaur blocks it.
Lombardo connects with a body shot.
Lombardo is looking to land body kicks.
De Minaur misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lombardo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lombardo throws a lazy body kick
and De Minaur counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lombardo scores with the left hand. De Minaur knows he should have avoided that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
De Minaur throws a big shot that misses.
De Minaur misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
De Minaur throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but De Minaur ducks down to avoid it.
De Minaur half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lombardo misses with a body shot
and De Minaur counters with a stiff right hand.
De Minaur lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lombardo's sensitive parts.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
De Minaur just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
De Minaur has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lombardo finds it's way round the side to connect with De Minaur's head.
A nice leg kick from Lombardo, right into the meat of the thigh.
De Minaur looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo swings widly with a right hand
enabling De Minaur to counter with a crisp jab.
De Minaur misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice body kick.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
De Minaur fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Rod De Minaur is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A slapping leg kick lands for De Minaur.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the body.
Santino Lombardo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses. #CL2#
Lombardo forces De Minaur back against the cage and clinches.
De Minaur throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lombardo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
De Minaur prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
A head punch blocked on the inside by De Minaur.
De Minaur swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
De Minaur prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land.
Lombardo lands with a short shot to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Rod De Minaur has been cut.#T3#
De Minaur working aggressively here.
Lombardo throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with De Minaur's elbow.
De Minaur lands an uppercut.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as De Minaur controls his hands.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as De Minaur controls the action.
De Minaur blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
A right handed body shot lands from De Minaur.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by De Minaur.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
De Minaur misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
De Minaur blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo looking to stall.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
De Minaur scores with a shot to the side of Lombardo's head.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as De Minaur controls the action.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with De Minaur's elbow.
Lombardo pushes De Minaur back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
De Minaur lands with a light punch inside.
Lombardo throws a punch but it's blocked by De Minaur.

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 Rod De Minaur.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for De Minaur, 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Rod De Minaur!
A very excited looking Rod De Minaur made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: GAMMA#955 Spratt v Andrianakis
Date: Jul 16, 2022

#R1#
Gozen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tomoe Gozen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo throws a chopping leg kick but Gozen manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A jab from Gozen misses.
Lombardo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gozen misses with a body shot.
Gozen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Gozen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lombardo tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Gozen counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lombardo won't be happy with that.
Lombardo tries to improve position but can't. #SU2#
Gozen decides to stand back up. Gozen steps back and let's Lombardo get back to his feet.
Lombardo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Gozen is out of range and Lombardo settles back down.
An inside leg kick from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Gozen.
Gozen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lombardo. That did some damage!
Gozen misses with a straight right.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gozen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Gozen moved out of range nicely.
Gozen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gozen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Lombardo 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.
Gozen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Gozen lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Gozen misses with a body punch
and Lombardo counters with a solid body kick.
Gozen misses with a hook to the body
and Gozen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Gozen slips under a jab from Lombardo.
Gozen slips a straight right by Lombardo.
Gozen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gozen tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lombardo is able to avoid easily.
Lombardo tries to land a body kick
and Gozen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lombardo thinking.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Gozen thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Gozen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo sizes up Gozen with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lombardo slips a jab from Gozen.
Lombardo throws a shot to the body.
Lombardo is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gozen.
Lombardo is looking to counter with a body kick.
Lombardo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gozen. Gozen obviously looking to wear him down.
A leg kick checked by Lombardo.#T2#
Lombardo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lombardo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Gozen is out of range.
Jab, jab by Lombardo - just one landing.
Gozen with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Gozen slips a jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a head shot.
Gozen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lombardo doesn't seem bothered though.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gozen.
Gozen tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lombardo connects with a body shot that sends Gozen's belly button to the back.
Gozen misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Gozen fails to land with a series of punches.
Lombardo lands a glancing blow to the side of Gozen's head.
Lombardo walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Gozen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lombardo tests Gozen's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3#
A good leg kick by Gozen.
Gozen misses with a leg kick.
Gozen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo pushes Gozen away with a front kick.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Gozen moved away.
Gozen throws a predictable looking body shot
and Gozen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Crunch! Lombardo slams his shin into Gozen's torso.
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands an overhand right.
Lombardo is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Gozen throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Gozen with a hook.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Gozen throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
And Lombardo counters with a quick kick to the body but Gozen blocks it.#T4#
Gozen avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Gozen throws out a counter right but Lombardo avoids it with no problem.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gozen.
Gozen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Gozen lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lombardo walks into a jab.
Lombardo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lombardo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Gozen on the side of the head.
Gozen misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gozen.
Lombardo feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Gozen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gozen scores with a three punch combo! #CUT2#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Lombardo misses with a leg kick
and Gozen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Gozen moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo connects with a looping right hand.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Gozen moves out of range.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
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 Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lombardo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Gozen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Gozen.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lombardo tries to land a front kick but Gozen steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Gozen misses with a right hand
and Lombardo makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Gozen really felt that one!
Lombardo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gozen.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Gozen's shoulder, as Gozen tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Gozen stuns Lombardo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Gozen down.
Gozen moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but Gozen moved out of range.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Gozen moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lombardo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Gozen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lombardo scrambles back to his feet.#T1#
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A shot to the liver by Gozen. Beautiful body shot.
Gozen throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo is looking to counter punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Gozen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo connects with an inside leg kick.
A good leg kick by Gozen.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Gozen moves away and avoids it.
Gozen misses the jab.
Gozen jabs Lombardo right on the nose. Lombardo blinks but takes it well.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Lombardo checks a low kick from Gozen.
Lombardo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gozen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lombardo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Gozen scrambles back to his feet.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Gozen saw that one coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gozen is looking to slow Lombardo down with leg kicks.
Gozen swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
A bone on bone clash there as Lombardo blocks the leg kick.
Gozen wants to land a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Donk. Lombardo catches Gozen right on the button with a cross.
Gozen misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
The fighters circling - Gozen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gozen moves out of range of the body kick.
Lombardo throws a lazy right hand but Gozen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lombardo takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gozen.
Lombardo feints and then cracks Gozen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gozen down.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gozen.
Gozen ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gozen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T3#
A bone on bone clash there as Lombardo blocks the leg kick.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Gozen moves out of range.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gozen moves away.
Lombardo throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo throws a hook but Gozen blocks it.
Lombardo throws a front kick aimed at Gozen's knee but Gozen avoids it well.
Gozen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nice body kick there by Lombardo.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Gozen in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Gozen loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Gozen misses with a straight right.
Lombardo tried to counter with a leg kick but Gozen avoided it.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Gozen connects with a looping right hand.
Gozen lands with a straight right. Lombardo didn't see that one coming.
Gozen throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Gozen avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Gozen misses with a body shot.
Gozen takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gozen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Gozen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gozen works Lombardo's body with a nice hook.
Lombardo with a jab.
Gozen throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gozen throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Gozen.
Gozen takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Gozen misses with a body shot
and Lombardo counters with a body kick.
Gozen lands a jab to the nose.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A counter left hand to the body from Lombardo misses its target.
Lombardo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Gozen thumps Lombardo with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Tomoe Gozen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Gozen scores with a leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Gozen.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Gozen ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Gozen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Gozen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo throws an off balance right hand
and Gozen counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Gozen connects with a looping right hand.
Lombardo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lombardo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Gozen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Gozen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Gozen moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
Gozen throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
Gozen tries to score with a low kick but Lombardo moves his leg out of the way.
Gozen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gozen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Gozen misses with a straight left.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lombardo - that will leave a mark!
Gozen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Gozen thumps Lombardo with a low kick.
Lombardo checks the leg kick.
Gozen on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lombardo lunges at Gozen with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gozen's hand.
Gozen is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gozen. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Gozen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Gozen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gozen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gozen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Gozen misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gozen just misses with a punch to the body.
Gozen takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T2#
Lombardo misses the jab.
Gozen shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Nice cross by Gozen.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo connects with a crisp jab.
Gozen ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Gozen throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gozen misses with a two punch combination.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Gozen.
Lombardo blocks a leg kick.
Gozen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Gozen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Gozen.
Gozen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lombardo finds it's way round the side to connect with Gozen's head.
Gozen throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gozen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gozen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T3#
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Gozen's shoulder, as Gozen tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gozen.
Gozen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gozen.
Gozen just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo moves into range and connects with a jab.
Gozen scores with a push kick.
Gozen misses the jab.
Lombardo lands a really nice looking cross but Gozen seems unphased.
Gozen avoids a kick to the body.
Gozen throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lombardo.
Gozen tries to land a leg kick but Lombardo saw it coming and moves away. #CL#
Lombardo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Gozen, pushing him back against the cage.
Gozen scores with a shoulder strike.
Gozen goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Gozen has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lombardo.
A left hand lands to the body for Lombardo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gozen is working Lombardo over against the cage.
Gozen stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gozen.
Lombardo tries to work over Gozen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gozen has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from Gozen.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Gozen avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Gozen struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands. #BC2#
Gozen breaks the clinch.
Gozen scores with a leg kick.
Lombardo thuds a left hand into Gozen's body.
Gozen connects with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gozen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tomoe Gozen.
I think Gozen 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: GAMMA#952 Raffington v Spratt
Date: Jun 25, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Mahoney rushes Lombardo and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Mahoney lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Mahoney lands a left hand.
Lombardo lands a shot to the body.
Lombardo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've been informed that Mahoney 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.
Mahoney takes a shot to the head.
Mahoney throws an elbow that misses.
Mahoney lands with a light punch inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lombardo.#BC#
Lombardo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mahoney moves in looking to clinch but Lombardo pushes him off.
Lombardo feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Carey Mahoney seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mahoney swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mahoney's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo takes one to the side of the head. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short body shot lands from Lombardo as the two fighters clinch.
Mahoney misses with a punch on the inside.
Lombardo swings wildly with an uppercut but Mahoney uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo lands a shot to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Lombardo. #T1#
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Mahoney is looking to break free of the clinch but Lombardo has double underhooks.
Lombardo tries to work over Mahoney's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mahoney.
Lombardo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Lombardo throws an elbow but it misses.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahoney controls his hands.
Mahoney goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mahoney landing knees to the head.
Mahoney misses with a punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Lombardo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lombardo lands a body punch. #BC#
Lombardo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Mahoney misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lombardo swats away the attempt to clinch by Mahoney.
Lombardo connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mahoney jabs at Lombardo's body.#T2##CL2#
Mahoney clinches up with Lombardo and pushes him back against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Lombardo digs a right hand into Mahoney's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mahoney's gas tank.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mahoney is trying to push Lombardo away but Lombardo has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Mahoney swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mahoney lands a body punch in the clinch.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of Mahoney's head.
Mahoney tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Lombardo.
Mahoney tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from Mahoney.
Mahoney blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Mahoney.
Lombardo managing to block the knees to the body from Mahoney.
Mahoney throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lombardo blocks it with crossed arms. #T3#
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Mahoney tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mahoney prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mahoney prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Mahoney swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mahoney is looking to break free of the clinch but Lombardo has double underhooks.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lombardo looking to slow down the pace here.
Mahoney swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from Mahoney.
Mahoney doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Mahoney blocks it.
Lombardo digs a right hand into Mahoney's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mahoney's gas tank.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Mahoney looks winded!
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mahoney backwards.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Mahoney.
Still in the clinch, Lombardo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mahoney stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T4#
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
Lombardo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mahoney lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Mahoney blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short right from Mahoney on the inside. #BC#
Lombardo manages to break the clinch.
Mahoney tries to clinch up but Lombardo circles away and keeps his distance.
Mahoney stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo slips a jab from Mahoney.
Mahoney wants to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mahoney is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mahoney on the wrong end of a nice hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo 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#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lombardo lands with a nice body punch.
Mahoney doesn't manage to clinch there - Lombardo circles away. #CL2#
Mahoney moves into range and clinches up with Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lombardo throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #BC2#
Mahoney escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mahoney tries to grapple but his opponent circles
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Mahoney drives through and clinches with Lombardo against the cage.
Mahoney tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Mahoney fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hand to the body from Lombardo.
Lombardo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mahoney can do to turn this around?
A shot in the inside from Mahoney.
Mahoney tries to throw a body punch but Lombardo avoids it by throwing Mahoney back against the cage.
A hook to the body from Lombardo.
Mahoney lands a body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lombardo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mahoney backwards.
Mahoney misses with a punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Mahoney scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mahoney fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mahoney misses with a punch to the body.
Mahoney working aggressively here.
Mahoney looking to throw knees to the head but Lombardo is blocking nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo.
A short right from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a shot to the body.
Mahoney is breathing heavily.
Nice body punch from Lombardo - that landed with a thud.
Mahoney scores with a shot to the side of Lombardo's head.
Mahoney with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Lombardo lands a shot to the body.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Mahoney blocks it.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo is leaning against Mahoney and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Nice body punch from Lombardo - that landed with a thud. #T2#
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Lombardo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lombardo tries to work over Mahoney's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Lombardo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mahoney on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
Lombardo explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Lombardo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mahoney fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mahoney throws a left and a right that both miss
and Lombardo makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Mahoney really felt that one!
A decent looking cross lands there for Lombardo.
Mahoney misses the body punch
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC#Mahoney is rocked!
Lombardo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Mahoney is still on wobbly legs! Can Lombardo finish him?
Lombardo scoring well with a low kick there.
Mahoney seems to have recovered his senses.
Mahoney takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nice body kick from Lombardo.#T3#
Good leg kick by Lombardo.
Mahoney tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lombardo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mahoney tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lombardo scores with a nice right hand.
Lombardo lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Mahoney looks to clinch
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Lombardo lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Mahoney falls backwards - clearly groggy! Lombardo dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santino Lombardo!
A very excited looking Santino Lombardo made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: GAMMA#949 Joosep v Song
Date: Jun 04, 2022

#R1#
Foley misses with a straight right.
Lombardo sizes up Foley with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lombardo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Foley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Foley lands with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Foley crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Lombardo - the referee stops the clock and Foley gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Lombardo. Foley manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Lombardo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd cheers as Lombardo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Foley doesn't seem phased though.
Foley misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Foley avoids a kick to the body.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Good exchange - Lombardo coming out on top.
Lombardo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Foley was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo jabs Foley to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lombardo throws a hook but Foley blocks it.
Foley throws out a counter right but Lombardo avoids it with no problem.
Lombardo connects with a right hand. Foley shakes it off.
Foley takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lombardo is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lombardo misses with a jab to the body
and Foley counters with a left and a right that stings Lombardo.
Foley takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Foley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Foley.
Santino Lombardo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Foley is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Foley does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Foley misses with a jab to the body
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
Foley has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Foley there as he acknowledges the shot.
Foley walks into a straight right hand from Lombardo.
Foley throws a series of punches but Lombardo avoids them all with ease.
Foley waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Foley scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A low kick from Lombardo misses
and Foley counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Lombardo lands with an uppercut that bounces Foley off the cage and back into range.
Lombardo connects with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Foley.#T3#
Lombardo misses with a leg kick
and Foley counters with a nice uppercut.
Foley takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Foley just misses with a punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Foley.
Foley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Foley thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo looks to clinch
and Foley counters with a right hand to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Foley cracks Lombardo with a good jab.
Foley has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lombardo finds it's way round the side to connect with Foley's head.
Lombardo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Foley.#T4#
Foley throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Foley takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A shot to the liver by Lombardo. Beautiful body shot.
Lombardo connects with a nice looking jab.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Foley.
A little jabbing left from Foley on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Foley. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Foley closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lombardo tries a head kick but it misses.
Foley checks a low kick from Lombardo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Foley ducks down to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Foley! But no joy.
Lombardo lands with a cross.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lombardo thuds a left hand into Foley's body.
Lombardo throws a hook but Foley avoids it easily.
Foley throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lombardo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Foley can do to turn this around?
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Foley at a distance.
Lombardo delivers a nice body kick.
A good leg kick by Lombardo.
Foley falls off balance throwing a combination
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo throws a leg kick
and Foley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lombardo.
Foley jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Foley's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lombardo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Foley scrambles back to his feet.
Foley takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Foley if he has to take too many more of those.
Lombardo with the inside leg kick.
Lombardo is looking to slow Foley down with leg kicks.
Lombardo 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.
Foley throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Lombardo throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Lombardo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Foley takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Foley.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Foley. That did some damage!
Foley takes one to the side of the head.
Foley lands with an uppercut that bounces Lombardo off the cage and back into range.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Foley moves away.
Lombardo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A slow jab from Foley misses its intended target.
Lombardo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lombardo misses with a right hand
and Foley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Foley blocks the body kick.
Foley unleashes a big counter combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Foley takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body kick.#T3#
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Foley is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lombardo with a body shot.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Foley has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Foley circles away from the clinch attempt.
Foley has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with an overhand left.
Foley throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Foley.
Foley throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo slips a jab from Foley.
Lombardo is looking to counter punch.
Lombardo throws a shot to the body.
Lombardo is looking to land body kicks.
A punch lands to the side of Lombardo 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T4#
Lombardo defending well as Foley loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo misses with a hook.
Lombardo looks to throw a body kick
and Foley makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lombardo lands a jab to Foley's midsection.
Foley misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Foley thinking.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo misses with a body punch
and Foley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Foley looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Foley takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lombardo lands with a kick to the ribs.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Foley! But no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Foley looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Foley looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lombardo - that will leave a mark!
Lombardo throws a jab when Foley was well out of range.
Foley throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Foley misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a thumping low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foley misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Lombardo lands a jab.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Foley sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lombardo lands with a straight right. Foley didn't see that one coming.#T1#
Foley shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Foley misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Lombardo takes a swing at Foley's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo throws a lazy body kick
and Foley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Foley looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body. Foley takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Foley scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CL#
Lombardo clinches up against the cage.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Foley blocks it.
Foley throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Foley throws a head punch that misses.
Axel Foley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A knee to the head by Foley.
Lombardo avoiding damage as Foley throws knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Foley is trying to break the clinch but Lombardo has him pressed against the cage.
Foley tries a knee to the head but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Lombardo letting Foley take a breather here.
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Foley takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Foley breaks the clinch.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Foley on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T3#
Foley throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Foley dodges the punch combination from Lombardo.
Lombardo moves into range and connects with a jab.
Foley swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A solid body kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a lazy body kick
and Lombardo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Foley rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T4#
Lombardo connects with an inside leg kick.
Foley doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lombardo delivers a nice body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo tries to clinch but Foley is having none of it.
Lombardo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Santino Lombardo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Foley throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Foley's sensitive parts.
Lombardo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Foley takes one on the button.
Lombardo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Santino Lombardo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lombardo 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: GAMMA#946 Joosep v Song
Date: May 14, 2022

#R1#
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Conan saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Conan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD#
Conan closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lombardo quickly recovers to half guard.
Lombardo is trying to escape back to his feet but Conan uses the scramble to pass into side control. #SUB#
Conan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Lombardo is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conan lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
The ground and pound from Conan seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Conan moves into full mount! #T1#
Lombardo takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Conan tries to control but Lombardo wriggling away.
Conan looking to finish with strikes here!
Conan unloads with some shots from mount but Lombardo bucks and avoids them well.
Lombardo is wriggling around trying to escape.
Conan working Lombardo over with strikes here.
Lombardo tries to lock up and control but Conan gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T2#
BOOM! Conan connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Lombardo tries to hold on but Conan postures up.
Conan trying to control but Lombardo is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Conan pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Conan looking to control but Lombardo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Conan is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Lombardo can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Conan sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!#T3#
Conan wants to control but Lombardo has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Conan is trying to control. Lombardo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lombardo controlling the position well.
Lombardo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Conan is working away from the top position though.
Conan scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Lombardo wants to control but Conan is keeping busy.
Conan not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Conan throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Conan is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Lombardo is staying active underneath Conan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lombardo wants to get back to full guard.
Conan wants to pass to mount but Lombardo is defending the position.
Conan is thwarting Lombardo's attempts to control the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edward Conan dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Conan is defended easily by Lombardo.
Conan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lombardo counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Conan thinking.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Conan checks it.
Conan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Conan misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Conan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Conan misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conan misses the body punch
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Conan lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
Conan defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo throws a lazy uppercut
and Conan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Conan throws a combination that misses
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand. #T1#
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo misses with a lunging right hand
and Conan makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Conan clobbers Lombardo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Conan throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Conan.
Lombardo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Conan checks a leg kick.
Conan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Conan displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Conan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lombardo can do to turn this around?
Lombardo swings for the body but Conan moves out of range.
Conan is looking to counter punch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Conan, as that shot connected.
Conan throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a nice body shot.
Conan digs a good body shot into Lombardo's ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Conan shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Conan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T2#
Conan thows a left - swing and a miss!
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Conan swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Conan's knee momentarily.
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo throws a leg kick that is checked
and Conan counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lombardo lands a head kick. Conan smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Lombardo swings widly with a right hand
and Conan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Conan looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Lombardo keeping moving, preventing Conan from controlling successfully.
Conan looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Conan passes Lombardo's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Conan wants to pass to mount but Lombardo is defending the position.
Lombardo works his way to full guard. Good work.
Conan wants to control from the top but Lombardo keeps moving.
Lombardo wants to hit a sweep here but Conan passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Lombardo there!
Conan unloading with bombs!#T4#
Lombardo can't escape the position.
Conan cracks Lombardo with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Conan looking to control but Lombardo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lombardo tries to lock up and control but Conan gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lombardo is in a horrible position here. Conan smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Lombardo takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo regains half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edward Conan dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Conan gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lombardo.
Conan's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lombardo under the eye.
Lombardo moves forwards but Conan connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Edward Conan is winning the standup battle so far.
Conan connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lombardo's hands.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Conan is looking for a counter combo.
Conan throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo stuffs the takedown attempt from Conan. Conan gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A telegraphed right hand from Conan misses the target.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.#T1#
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Conan's leg. Conan is trying to keep his angry face on.
Conan scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Lombardo misses.
Conan loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Conan.
Conan backing away here, and Lombardo unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Conan looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Conan scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Conan on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
Conan ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Conan finds it's way round the side to connect with Lombardo's head.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Conan moved out of range nicely.
Conan looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Conan misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2#
Conan gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Santino Lombardo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo dodges the punch combination from Conan.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lombardo throws a push kick but Conan slaps the foot to one side.
Conan misses with a looping left.
Good standup being displayed there by Conan as he connects with a hook.
Conan looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Conan throws a nice looking combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Conan attempts a counter takedown but Lombardo avoids it well and moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Conan. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Lombardo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Conan missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Conan.
Conan checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Conan lands a jab to the nose.
Conan works over Lombardo's head and body with a nice combination.
Conan closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Conan moves away.
Conan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lombardo moves out of range as Conan strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Conan. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters circle momentarily. Conan darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Edward Conan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Conan staying out of range 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!
Conan keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A shot to the body from Lombardo misses
and Conan counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Conan throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo takes a swing at Conan's ribcage but misses.
Conan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lombardo swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Lombardo misses with a right hand
and Conan counters with a stiff right hand.
Conan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Conan feinted with a counter takedown.
Conan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Conan scores with a nice strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
Edward Conan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Conan 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edward Conan!

Event: GAMMA#943 Huwan v Aurelius
Date: Apr 23, 2022

#R1#
Nurminen tries to clinch up but Lombardo circles away and keeps his distance.
Nurminen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nurminen. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo scores with a hook.
A punch lands to the side of Lombardo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nurminen looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nurminen sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Nurminen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
Nurminen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nurminen throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and moves out of range.
We've been informed that Lombardo 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.
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nurminen has a takedown stuffed.
Nurminen slips under a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nurminen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lombardo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Nurminen cracks a nice hook into Lombardo's ribs.
Nurminen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Nurminen.#T1#
Nurminen on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Santino Lombardo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nurminen shoots for a takedown but Lombardo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nurminen dives in for a single leg takedown but Lombardo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kebab Nurminen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nurminen is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Lombardo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A short right from Nurminen.
Nurminen lands a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lombardo swings wildly with an uppercut but Nurminen uses good head movement to avoid it.
A hook to the body from Nurminen.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nurminen's elbow.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo pushes Nurminen back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nurminen's elbow.
Nurminen is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Lombardo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Nice body punch from Lombardo - that landed with a thud.
Nurminen is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nurminen backwards.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Nurminen avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage. #T2#
Lombardo is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Lombardo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nurminen backwards.
Lombardo presses Nurminen against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nurminens head.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
Nurminen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nurminen avoids a wild elbow strike from Lombardo.
A shot in the inside from Lombardo.
A nice left hand lands by Nurminen.
Nurminen tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo throws a punch but it's blocked by Nurminen.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Nurminen controls his hands. #TD#
Nurminen lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Nurminen not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Lombardo blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nurminen.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lombardo keeping hold of Nurminen's head, controlling as best he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Nurminen lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nurminen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nurminen throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Nurminen throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Lombardo is positioning himself well to prevent Nurminen advancing to mount.
Nurminen thows a huge punch but Lombardo dodges it nicely.
Lombardo keeping control of the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lombardo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Nurminen throws an elbow that misses. Lombardo uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Nurminen's guard. Nice move by Lombardo!#REVB##T4#
Lombardo postures up.
Nurminen wants to sweep but no luck.
Lombardo wanted to stand there but Nurminen had control of the position.
Nurminen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lombardo trying to control the position from guard on top but Nurminen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nurminen is adopting a defensive guard.
Lombardo preventing the sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
That's time! Nurminen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Nurminen misses with a body shot.
Nurminen throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Nurminen shoots in for a takedown but Lombardo shows good takedown defense.
Nurminen connects with a right hand. Lombardo shakes it off.
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nurminen shoots in but no luck this time.
Nurminen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lombardo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nurminen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body. Nurminen takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nurminen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lombardo connects with a body shot that sends Nurminen's belly button to the back.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Nurminen is just out of range.
Nurminen shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lombardo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nurminens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Nurminen throws a leg kick which misses Lombardo's front leg but catches the back leg as Lombardo tries to avoid it.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nurminen misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1##TD#
Nurminen shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Lombardo wants to improve his position but Nurminen is controlling well.
Nurminen missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Nurminen throwing shots but Lombardo is blocking nicely.
Lombardo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nurminen throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lombardo is trying to get back to full guard.
Nurminen 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.
Kebab Nurminen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ground and pound from Nurminen.
Lombardo blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nurminen.
Nurminen working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T2#
Nurminen looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nurminen thows a huge punch but Lombardo dodges it nicely.
Nurminen prevents Lombardo from improving his position.
Nurminen throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Nurminen working Lombardo over with strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nurminen is pressing down on Lombardo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lombardo is holding on for now.
Lombardo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nurminen is working away from the top position though.
Lombardo is controlling Nurminen's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Lombardo trying to control from the bottom.
Nurminen drops an elbow to the side of Lombardo's head.
Lombardo avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurminen.
Lombardo trying to control from the bottom. #T3#
Nurminen slips a nice elbow through Lombardo's hands, connecting with Lombardo's forehead.
Nurminen looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#CUT#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Nurminen looks to land a strike but Lombardo avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Lombardo looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Nurminen trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nurminen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #ROC#Lombardo is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Santino Lombardo's cut even more.
Nurminen cracks Lombardo with a solid left hand.
Lombardo is still in real trouble! Can Nurminen finish him?
Nurminen gets to his feet and stands over Lombardo, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Lombardo felt that one! Nurminen unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Lombardo from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kebab Nurminen!
Kebab Nurminen managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Conquer, into his post fight interview.

Event: GAMMA#940 Benedetti v Angus
Date: Apr 02, 2022

#R1#
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Tanahashi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tanahashi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tanahashi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A bone on bone clash there as Lombardo blocks the leg kick.
Lombardo avoids a kick to the body.
Lombardo thinks about the counter body kick.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tanahashi.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tanahashi looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tanahashi throws a lazy uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tanahashi misses with a lunging right hand
and Tanahashi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bone on bone clash there as Lombardo blocks the leg kick.
Tanahashi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
Lombardo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Tanahashi digs a good body shot into Lombardo's ribs.#T1#
Lombardo connects with a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi throws a shot to the body.
Tanahashi throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo misses with a hook.
Tanahashi misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Tanahashi slips the punch.
Tanahashi throws a lazy uppercut
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lombardo throws a jab when Tanahashi was well out of range.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Tanahashi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tanahashi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lombardo.
Tanahashi looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Tanahashi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Area 51 MMA in the buildup to the fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Tanahashi misses the target.
Tanahashi avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tomohiro Tanahashi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Tanahashi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tanahashi blocks it well.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tanahashi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tanahashi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tanahashi scores with the left hand. Lombardo knows he should have avoided that one.
Tanahashi feints a jab promting Lombardo to slip. Tanahashi then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Lombardo slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Tanahashi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tanahashi stuns Lombardo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Nice body punch from Tanahashi.
Lombardo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lombardo there as he acknowledges the shot.#T3#
Good work by Lombardo as he checks the leg kick.
Tanahashi lands a jab to the head.
Tanahashi throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lombardo dodges the punch combination from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tanahashi lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Tanahashi.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Tanahashi.
Tanahashi scores with a jab to the body.
Tanahashi throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tanahashi.
A low kick lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo connects with an inside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tanahashi missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Lombardo misses with a jab to the body
and Tanahashi counters with a good low kick that Lombardo was not able to check.
A combination from Tanahashi does no damage.
Tanahashi connects with a body shot that sends Lombardo's belly button to the back.
Tanahashi moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Tanahashi looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Lombardo throws a sloppy body shot
letting Tanahashi counter with a right hand.
Decent striking displayed by Tanahashi there.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tanahashi, as that shot connected.
Lombardo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tanahashi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tanahashi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Tanahashi.
Good work by Lombardo as he checks the leg kick.
Tanahashi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A clash of legs there as Lombardo blocks the low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tomohiro Tanahashi dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lombardo lands a jab to the nose.
Tanahashi ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a body shot.
Tanahashi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#ROC2#Tanahashi is rocked!
Tanahashi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Oh Tanahashi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tanahashi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tanahashi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tanahashi slips a jab from Lombardo.
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
Tanahashi throws a leg kick
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tanahashi misses with a combination
and Lombardo counters with a nice body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tanahashi slips under a jab.
Tanahashi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lombardo is trying to counter with his kicks.
Tanahashi seems to have got his legs back now.
Tomohiro Tanahashi is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice body punch from Tanahashi. #T1#
Tanahashi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tanahashi misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tanahashi just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tanahashi avoids the head kick by Lombardo.
A little feinted left hand from Tanahashi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tanahashi digs a good body shot into Lombardo's ribs.
Tanahashi misses with a low kick.
Lombardo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tanahashi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tanahashi lands with a nice body punch.
Tanahashi lands a body shot.
Tanahashi throws a right and a left that both miss.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tanahashi. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Lombardo might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Tanahashi has got the better of the exchanges.
Tanahashi throws a sloppy head kick and Lombardo moves out of range easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo. #T2#
A low kick lands for Tanahashi.
Tanahashi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tanahashi throws a solid leg kick but Lombardo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tanahashi.
Tanahashi lands a head shot.
Tanahashi wants to slow Lombardo down by chopping away at his legs.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Tanahashi throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Tanahashi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tanahashi misses with an uppercut.
Tanahashi thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo counters with a low kick, right behind Tanahashi 's knee.
Tanahashi throws a leg kick but Lombardo moved away.
Tanahashi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A bone on bone clash there as Lombardo blocks the leg kick.
Tanahashi thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Lombardo ducks right into an uppercut from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi is looking to score with low kicks.
Tanahashi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tanahashi tries a head kick but it misses.
Lombardo lands an overhand right.
Tanahashi misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Tanahashi.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tanahashi. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice body kick there by Lombardo.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tanahashi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tanahashi misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Tanahashi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
Tanahashi moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.#T4#
Lombardo throws a push kick but Tanahashi slaps the foot to one side.
A low kick from Tanahashi misses
and Lombardo scores with a counter punch that sends Tanahashi to the canvas! Lombardo smells blood - he's punishing Tanahashi with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Tanahashi has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santino Lombardo!
An out of breath Santino Lombardo thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: GAMMA#935 Joosep v Defoe
Date: Feb 26, 2022

#R1#
Regueiro walks into a left hand.
A bone on bone clash there as Regueiro blocks the leg kick.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Regueiro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo scores with a nice head shot.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Regueiro.
Regueiro lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Regueiro pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range and Regueiro settles back down.
Regueiro misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.
Regueiro chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Regueiro stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lombardo.
Regueiro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Regueiro misses with a looping left.
Lombardo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Regueiro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Julio Regueiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Regueiro jabs Lombardo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Regueiro connects with a crisp jab.
Regueiro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Regueiro moves out of range of the body kick.
A jab from Regueiro misses. #T1#
Regueiro scores with a shot to the body.
Regueiro punishes Lombardo's body with a nice straight punch.
Regueiro scores with a hook.
Good standup being displayed there by Regueiro as he connects with a hook.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Regueiro misses with a few strikes there.
Regueiro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Regueiro will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Regueiro misses the shot to the body.
Regueiro shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT#It looks like Julio Regueiro has been cut.
Regueiro ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo moves out of range as Regueiro strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Crunch! Lombardo slams his shin into Regueiro's torso.
Regueiro digs a good hook to Lombardo's body.
Lombardo connects with a looping right hand.
Regueiro gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lombardo.
Lombardo connects with a looping right hand. #T2#
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Lombardo finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Regueiro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Regueiro moved out of range nicely.
Regueiro scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Regueiro sees coming a mile off.
Regueiro let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Regueiro misses with a hook.
Regueiro 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.
Regueiro throws a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Regueiro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo is looking to counter punch.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Regueiro missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo walks into a stiff left hand from Regueiro.
Lombardo misses with a leg kick.
Regueiro defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Crunch! Lombardo slams his shin into Regueiro's torso.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Regueiro.
Regueiro with a nice cross.
Regueiro moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Regueiro throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Regueiro crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Lombardo - the referee stops the clock and Regueiro gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Lombardo. Regueiro manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Regueiro rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lombardo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lombardo lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Lombardo connects with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Regueiro drops his hands momentarily and Lombardo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lombardo is looking to slow Regueiro down with leg kicks.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Regueiro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Regueiro throws a leg kick but Lombardo checks it.
A shot to the liver by Regueiro. Beautiful body shot.
Regueiro thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo counters with a thumping low kick.
Regueiro connects with a right hand. Lombardo shakes it off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo misses with a hook. Regueiro ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Regueiro lands a nice shot that snaps Lombardo's head back.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Regueiro missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Regueiro lands a jab to the nose.#T4#
Regueiro looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Regueiro misses with a straight left.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Regueiro.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Regueiro swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Regueiro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Regueiro works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Regueiro lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Regueiro.
Lombardo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lombardo looks to throw the jab but Regueiro is out of range.
Lombardo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Regueiro takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Regueiro throws a leg kick that misses.
Regueiro moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Regueiro.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Regueiro's head backwards.
Nice uppercut there from Regueiro.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Julio Regueiro will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Julio Regueiro's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Regueiro on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Regueiro lands the left hand.
An inside leg kick from Lombardo misses.
Good exchange - Lombardo coming out on top.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Regueiro missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo is looking to counter punch.
Regueiro connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Regueiro takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo throws a poor cross that misses
and Regueiro counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Regueiro just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lombardo sizes up Regueiro with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Regueiro.
Lombardo was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Regueiro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo thuds his shin into the meat of Regueiro's side.
Regueiro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Regueiro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Regueiro missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
A telegraphed right hand from Regueiro misses the target.
Regueiro's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lombardo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Regueiro scrambles back to his feet.
A leg kick checked by Lombardo.
A jab from Regueiro misses.
Regueiro on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Lombardo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Regueiro avoids the punch easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Regueiro. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo connects with a body shot that sends Regueiro's belly button to the back.
Lombardo scores with the left hand. Regueiro knows he should have avoided that one.
Regueiro takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Regueiro has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lombardo.
Regueiro scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Regueiro.
A telegraphed right hand from Regueiro misses the target.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Regueiro manages to avoid it.
Regueiro's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lombardo lands a head shot.
Regueiro throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lombardo counters with a two punch combo. #T2#
Regueiro misses with a straight left.
Regueiro misses with a double jab.
Regueiro takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Regueiro misses with a hook.
Regueiro loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Regueiro misses with a straight left.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut.
Regueiro misses with a wild body shot.
Regueiro avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
A bone on bone clash there as Regueiro blocks the leg kick.
Regueiro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lombardo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Regueiro misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo tried to counter with a leg kick but Regueiro avoided it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lombardo darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lombardo connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Regueiro momentarily.
Regueiro throws a right and a left that both miss.#T3#
Regueiro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Regueiro.
Lombardo misses with a hook. Regueiro ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Regueiro doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lombardo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Regueiro to score with a decent uppercut.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Regueiro's shoulder, as Regueiro tries to avoid the shot.
Regueiro misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Regueiro misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Regueiro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Lombardo moves out of range as Regueiro strikes.
Regueiro throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Regueiro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Regueiro stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lombardo cracks Regueiro with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Regueiro has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lombardo slips a jab from Regueiro.
A jab from Lombardo misses.
Regueiro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Regueiro looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.#T4#
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo punishes Regueiro's body with a nice straight punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo connects with a right hand. Regueiro shakes it off.
Regueiro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Regueiro.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Regueiro sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Regueiro throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Lombardo.
Regueiro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo is looking to counter punch.
A nice leg kick from Lombardo, right into the meat of the thigh.
Regueiro uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lombardo clobbers Regueiro with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Regueiro throws a leg kick that misses.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo checks a leg kick nicely.
Some wild striking there from Regueiro.
Lombardo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Julio Regueiro's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Regueiro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Regueiro throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Lombardo throws a leg kick that is checked
and Regueiro connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Regueiro misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
A chopping leg kick lands by Regueiro.
Lombardo is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Regueiro.
Lombardo defending well as Regueiro loads up on a big left hand.
Regueiro lands a head shot.
Regueiro is looking to chop away at Lombardo's legs.
Lombardo thuds his shin into the meat of Regueiro's side.
Regueiro slips a straight right by Lombardo.
Regueiro misses with a looping right.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Regueiro.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Regueiro looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Regueiro misses the shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Regueiro swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Regueiro looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Regueiro misses with an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Lombardo. #T1#
Regueiro blocks a jab.
Regueiro misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lombardo keeps Regueiro at a distance using the push kick.
Lombardo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Regueiro misses with a straight left.
Lombardo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Regueiro moved away.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Regueiro checks the leg kick.
Lombardo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Regueiro walks into a straight right hand from Lombardo.
A low kick lands for Lombardo.
Regueiro fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lombardo checks it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Regueiro takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
A low kick from Regueiro is predictable there
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Lombardo misses with a hook.
Regueiro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Regueiro.
Lombardo is looking to slow Regueiro down with leg kicks.
The fighters circling - Regueiro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A big left from Regueiro misses.
Lombardo appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
A jab from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo 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.
Regueiro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Regueiro with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lombardo to score with a decent uppercut.
Regueiro just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Regueiro on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lombardo throws a hook but Regueiro blocks it.
Regueiro lands a jab to the head.
Regueiro takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T3#
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Regueiro.
Regueiro ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Regueiro swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lombardo is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Regueiro scores with a shot to the body.
Lombardo throws a front kick that sends Regueiro stumbling back into the cage.
Regueiro throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo cracks Regueiro with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Regueiro missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Regueiro throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Regueiro throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A left lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Regueiro.
Regueiro moves out of range of the body kick.
Regueiro flicks out a counter leg kick but Lombardo steps away.
Regueiro tries to score with a low kick but Lombardo moves his leg out of the way.
Regueiro throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Regueiro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.#T4#
Lombardo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Regueiro swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Regueiro sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It seemed like Regueiro was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A big left from Regueiro misses.
Both fighters circling a little - Lombardo finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Regueiro throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lombardo on the side of the head.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Regueiro blocks a head kick by Lombardo.
Regueiro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lombardo motions for Regueiro to come forward. Lombardo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A slow jab from Regueiro misses its intended target.
Regueiro with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Regueiro scores with a hook.
Lombardo connects with a high kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
Regueiro on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Santino Lombardo!
An out of breath Santino Lombardo thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: GAMMA#932 Karim v Joe
Date: Feb 05, 2022

#R1#
Danilov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Danilov. That snapped Lombardo's head back.
Lombardo lands a head shot.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body shot.
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Danilov misses.
Lombardo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Danilov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lombardo stuffs the takedown attempt from Danilov. Danilov gets slowly back to his feet.
Danilov keeps Lombardo at a distance using the push kick.
Danilov tries a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.
Danilov works Lombardo's body with a nice hook.
Danilov misses the jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Danilov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lombardo's sensitive parts.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Danilov cracks Lombardo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Danilov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Lombardo moves out of range of the body kick from Danilov.
Lombardo seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lombardo wants to slow Danilov down by chopping away at his legs.
Danilov scores with a decent looking hook.
Danilov slips a jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo pushes Danilov away with a front kick.
Danilov wants to land a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range.
Danilov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lombardo on the side of the head.
Danilov moves out of range of the leg kick from Lombardo.
Danilov throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo tries to counter by clinching up but Danilov breaks away and moves out of range.
Danilov throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
It looked like Lombardo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Danilov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A low kick from Danilov is predictable there
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Danilov lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
Lombardo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Danilov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.
Danilov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Danilov throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Danilov. That did some damage!
Decent striking displayed by Lombardo there.
Jab from Lombardo.#TD2#
Danilov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Lombardo is trying to maintain the position but Danilov is very close to passing his half guard.
Danilov trying to control the action but Lombardo is working from the bottom.
Danilov is stalling here. Lombardo is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Danilov seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Lombardo has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
The referee asks Lombardo politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Lombardo prefers to stall for the moment though.
Danilov is trying to get back to half guard.
Danilov is trying to control Lombardo's posture but Lombardo avoids it. #T3#
Danilov tries to bench press Lombardo off him but Lombardo keeps the position.
A lull in the action here as Lombardo stalls from top position.
Lombardo looking to control but instead Danilov has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Danilov tries to roll over but Lombardo keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Danilov is controlling Lombardo's position as best he can from this difficult position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Danilov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lombardo 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.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Danilov holds on and takes a little breather. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lombardo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Danilov is trying to keep Lombardo in close. #SUB2#
Danilov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lombardo defends it easily.
Lombardo advances position into side control!
Lombardo wants to control but Danilov is keeping him busy.
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 Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
That's time! Lombardo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Danilov is just out of range.
Danilov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Danilov shoots in for a takedown but Lombardo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nice shot lands for Lombardo.
Danilov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Danilov throws a leg kick but Lombardo checks it.
Lombardo defending well as Danilov loads up on a big left hand.
Danilov misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Danilov.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Danilov drops his hands momentarily and Lombardo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Danilov blocks the leg kick.
Danilov with the counter takedown but Lombardo avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Danilov sees coming a mile off.
Danilov thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Danilov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Danilov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Danilov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
A low kick from Danilov is predictable there
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Danilov's leg. Danilov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Danilov fails to land with a series of punches.
Danilov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Good work by Lombardo as he checks the leg kick.
Lombardo's corner calls for a 1-2. Lombardo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lombardo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Danilov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lombardo checks it well.
Danilov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Danilov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Danilov.
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lombardo digs a good body shot into Danilov's ribs.
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 big right from Danilov misses.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Danilov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T2#
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Danilov.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
A left lands for Lombardo.
A slow jab from Danilov misses its intended target.
Danilov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Danilov misses with a head kick.
Danilov swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Danilov scores with a hook.
Danilov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Santino Lombardo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice takedown defense from Lombardo. No joy for Danilov on that attempt.
Santino Lombardo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ruslan Danilov.
Danilov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lombardo.
A jab from Danilov misses.
Lombardo throws a jab when Danilov was well out of range.
Lombardo looks to throw the jab but Danilov is out of range.
Danilov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T3#
Lombardo digs a good hook to Danilov's body.
Danilov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Danilov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Danilov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Lombardo misses the target.
Danilov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lombardo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Danilov somewhat.
It looked like Lombardo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Danilov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Danilov misses with a hook
and Lombardo makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Danilov really felt that one!
An inside leg kick from Danilov misses.
Danilov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Horrible takedown attempt by Danilov or perhaps it was just good defense by Lombardo, which made it look bad.
Lombardo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Danilov checks it well. #T4#
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Danilov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Lombardo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Danilov motions for Lombardo to come forward. Danilov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Danilov is looking to land body kicks.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Lombardo connects with a jab.#CL#
Lombardo has closed the distance and engaged Danilov in a clinch.
Danilov tries to stall but Lombardo uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Danilov's ribcage. Danilov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lombardo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Danilov can do to turn this around?
Good body shot from Lombardo.
Danilov is breathing heavily.
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Danilovs head.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Danilov blocks it.
Danilov is looking to control Lombardo's arms but Lombardo gets an underhook and turns him. Now Danilov has his back to the cage.
Danilov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The referee is keeping an eye on Danilov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Lombardo paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lombardo fails to land with a series of punches.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Danilov goes for a double leg but Lombardo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lombardo continues to drive forward.
Danilov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Danilov misses with a straight right.
Lombardo throws out a powerful jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Lombardo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Danilov tries for a takedown but Lombardo circles away easily
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Danilov drops his hands momentarily and Lombardo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
A big right from Danilov misses.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Danilov manages to avoid it.
Lombardo with a hook.#T1#
Danilov tries a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Danilov manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Danilov looks to land a body kick but Lombardo moved away.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Danilov's head but Danilov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Danilov dives in and grabs Lombardo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lombardo pushes down on Danilov's head and hops out.
Santino Lombardo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ruslan Danilov.
Danilov lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Danilov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Danilov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good work by Danilov as he checks the leg kick.
Danilov ducks right into an uppercut from Lombardo.
Danilov tries a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.
Lombardo throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Danilov throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with a right hand to the body.
Danilov is looking to slow Lombardo down with leg kicks.
Lombardo lands a jab to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2#
Lombardo lands with a right to the head.
Lombardo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Danilov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Danilov lands with a left to the head.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Danilov's ribcage. Danilov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Danilov avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Danilov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lombardo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nice body punch from Lombardo - that landed with a thud.
Lombardo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ruslan Danilov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo is working Danilov over against the cage.
A short uppercut from Lombardo. #ROC#Danilov is rocked!
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Danilov controls the action.
Danilov is still on wobbly legs! Can Lombardo finish him?
Danilov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lombardo.
Danilov seems to have recovered his senses.#T3#
Lombardo works on Danilov's body with a couple of short punches.
Danilov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Lombardo seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Danilov can turn it around.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Danilov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Danilov avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Lombardo as the two fighters clinch.
Still in the clinch, Lombardo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lombardo missing with knees to the body.
A short body shot lands from Lombardo as the two fighters clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lombardo.#BC#
Lombardo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lombardo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Danilov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lombardo lands a nice shot to the body. #T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Lombardo.
Danilov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Danilov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
A low kick from Danilov misses
and Lombardo counters with a huge left! Danilov is in big trouble! He's backing up but Lombardo isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Danilov from any more damage. A dominating finish by Lombardo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santino Lombardo!
A very excited looking Santino Lombardo made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: GAMMA#928 Joosep v Haskins
Date: Jan 08, 2022

#R1#
Nurminen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lombardo misses with a hook. Nurminen ducked under it nicely.
Nurminen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Nurminen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nurminen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Nurminen looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo is trying to counter with his kicks.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Nurminen swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nurminen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurminen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lombardo on the side of the head.
Nurminen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nurminen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nurminen lands a slapping body shot. #T1#
Lombardo walks into a straight right hand from Nurminen.
Nurminen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Nurminen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nurminen.
Lombardo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Nurminen.
Lombardo 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.
Nurminen lands a jab to the head.
Good shot there by Nurminen.
Lombardo takes a swing at Nurminen's ribcage but misses.
A clash of legs there as Lombardo blocks the low kick.
Nurminen throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo throws out a counter right but Nurminen avoids it with no problem.
Nurminen feints and then cracks Lombardo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lombardo down.
Nurminen misses with a wild body shot.
Nurminen misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
Nurminen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nurminen throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Nurminen's shoulder, as Nurminen tries to avoid the shot.
Nurminen drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lombardo sprawls and moves away.#T2#
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nurminen.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nurminen throws a solid leg kick but Lombardo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Nurminen.
Nurminen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kebab Nurminen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
Nurminen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lombardo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Nurminen misses with a hook
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lombardo jabs Nurminen right on the nose. Nurminen blinks but takes it well.
Nurminen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nurminen throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nurminen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Nurminen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lombardo on the side of the head.
Nurminen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nurminen misses with a looping right.#T3#
Lombardo throws the left hand but Nurminen avoids the punch easily.
Nurminen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nurminen lands with an uppercut that bounces Lombardo off the cage and back into range.
Nurminen swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Nurminen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Nurminen.
Lombardo with the inside leg kick.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nurminen takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Nurminen swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo throws out a counter right but Nurminen avoids it with no problem.
Lombardo clobbers Nurminen with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nurminen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Nurminen lands a head shot.
Nurminen throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nurminen misses with a body shot. #T4#
Nurminen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo throws out a counter right but Nurminen avoids it with no problem.
Nurminen is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurminen connects with a body shot that sends Lombardo's belly button to the back.
Nurminen looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo throws a good cross that connects.
A decent looking cross lands there for Nurminen.
Nurminen misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lombardo lands a nice looking kick to the body. Nurminen takes a step back to recover.
Nurminen scores with a jab.
Nurminen throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with a right hand to the body.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Nurminen slips a straight right by Lombardo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo scoring well with a low kick there.
Lombardo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nurminen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Nurminen.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kebab Nurminen dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Nurminen misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A jab from Lombardo finds it's way through Nurminen's defenses.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Nurminen moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick.
Jab by Nurminen.
Lombardo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nurminen in his tracks.
Nurminen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lombardo.
A decent looking cross lands there for Nurminen.
Lombardo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nurminen connects with a crisp jab.
Lombardo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nurminen misses with a body shot.
Lombardo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nurminen with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A lazy left from Nurminen finds it's target.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Nurminen.
A jab from Nurminen misses.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nurminen.
Nurminen connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nurminen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Nurminen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nurminen has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Nurminen is just out of range.
Nurminen slips under a jab.
Nurminen feints and then cracks Lombardo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lombardo down.
Kebab Nurminen is winning the standup battle so far.
Nurminen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nurminen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Nurminen misses with a leg kick.
Lombardo follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo looks to throw the jab but Nurminen is out of range.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Nurminen.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Nurminen throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Lombardo only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Nurminen throws a leg kick but Lombardo moved away.
Nurminen ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lombardo connects with the punch.
Nurminen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nurminen drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lombardo sprawls and moves away.
Nurminen throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lombardo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Nurminen.
Nurminen misses with a straight left.
Lombardo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Nurminen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.#T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Nurminen down.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nurminen's sensitive parts.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A swing and a miss from Nurminen.
Nurminen backing away here, and Lombardo unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Nurminen throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nurminen.
Nurminen throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
Nurminen throws a good cross that connects.
Nurminen is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Nurminen.
Nurminen misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
Nurminen throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Nurminen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lombardo can do to turn this around?
Lombardo throws a leg kick which misses Nurminen's front leg but catches the back leg as Nurminen tries to avoid it.
Nurminen misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nurminen needs to keep his hands up - Lombardo had a free shot at his head there.
Lombardo misses with a hook. Nurminen ducked under it nicely.
Nurminen drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lombardo sprawls and moves away.#T4#
Nurminen takes one on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo throws out a leg kick but Nurminen moves out of range and Lombardo only half commits.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lombardo.
Nurminen throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Nurminen is just out of range.
Nurminen misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Nurminen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nurminen counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A low kick from Nurminen misses
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Nurminen throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Nurminen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lombardo's sensitive parts.
Nurminen walks into a straight right hand from Lombardo.
Nurminen takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A low kick lands for Nurminen.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Nurminen misses with a body shot.
Nurminen misses with a straight left.
Nurminen with a nice calf kick.
Nurminen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nurminen throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Some bone on bone action there as Lombardo checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Nurminen misses with a body shot
and Lombardo counters with a body kick.
Nurminen throws a big shot that misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 Nurminen has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Nurminen and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo's corner calls for a 1-2. Lombardo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nurminen throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Nurminen misses with a straight right.
Nurminen throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
A big left from Nurminen misses.
Nurminen scores with a hook to the body. Lombardo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nurminen scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nurminen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lombardo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Nurminen swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo tries a quick counter leg kick but Nurminen is wise to it.
Nurminen swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A nice inside leg kick there by Nurminen. That's going to slow Lombardo down.
Lombardo lands a head shot.
Lombardo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Nurminen.
Nurminen throws a lazy uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nurminen scores with a jab to the jaw.#T2#
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Nurminen.
Lombardo moves out of range of the leg kick from Nurminen.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lombardo! But no joy.
Nurminen misses with a body shot.
Nurminen misses with a low kick.
Nurminen misses with a wild body shot.
Nurminen misses with a wild body shot.
Nurminen misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Nurminen misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nurminen throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nurminen just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo tries to move into range but Nurminen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nurminen shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lombardo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nurminen throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo feints a counter leg kick.#T3#
Nurminen misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nurminen.
Nurminen 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.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Nurminen is just out of range.
Nurminen takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nurminen drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lombardo sprawls and moves away.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nurminen.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Nurminen tried to score with a low kick but Lombardo checks it.
Nurminen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
Nurminen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Nurminen misses with a body punch
and Nurminen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nurminen scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Nurminen.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Nurminen misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nurminen looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurminen jabs at Lombardo's body.
Nurminen throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nurminen moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick.
Nurminen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nurminen. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nurminen swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nurminen.
Nurminen misses with a body shot.
Nurminen throws a lazy uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lombardo defending well as Nurminen loads up on a big left hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kebab Nurminen showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Nurminen 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kebab Nurminen!
Kebab Nurminen 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: GAMMA#925 Joosep v Robert
Date: Dec 18, 2021

#R1#
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mochinori looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mochinori throws a big shot that misses.
Mochinori uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Mochinori ducks down to avoid it.
Mochinori scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mochinori listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body kick.
Lombardo clobbers Mochinori with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mochinori throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Mochinori's head but Mochinori sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mochinori waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mochinori misses with a low kick.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lombardo throws a leg kick which misses Mochinori's front leg but catches the back leg as Mochinori tries to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Mochinori down.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mochinori swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo lands a head shot.#T1#
Mochinori jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lombardo scores with a decent looking hook.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Mochinori.
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo takes a swing at Mochinori's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mochinori was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Mochinori was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mochinori swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mochinori throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Mochinori misses the shot to the body.
Mochinori throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mochinori tries to land a body kick
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.
Lombardo is looking to score with low kicks.
Mochinori avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Mochinori half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Lombardo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mochinori lands a left hand.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mochinori lands with a light punch inside.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
Mochinori tries to throw a body punch but Lombardo avoids it by throwing Mochinori back against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Mochinori.
Mochinori lands a body shot in the clinch.
Lombardo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mochinori lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mochinori has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Mochinori looking to stall.
Lombardo misses with some punches.
Mochinori fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Mochinori throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lombardos head.
Lombardo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mochinori struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mochinori lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Mochinori has had enough of the clinch but Lombardo keeps him there for the moment.#T3#
Lombardo lands with a light punch inside.
Mochinori blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Mochinori effectively controlling the action here.
Mochinori throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Mochinori's ribcage. Mochinori let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mochinori throws a head punch that misses.
Mochinori tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Mochinori manages to break the clinch.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Mochinori moves out of range.
Lombardo checks a low kick from Mochinori.
Mochinori avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
It looked like Mochinori wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lombardo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mochinori throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mochinori misses with a straight right.
Lombardo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mochinori can pounce on him. #T4#
Lombardo's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Lombardo duly obliges.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mochinori 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.
Lombardo wants to clinch up but Mochinori keeps it at a distance.
Mochinori jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lombardo defending well as Mochinori loads up on a big left hand.
A shot to the body from Mochinori misses
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mochinori connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lombardo's hands.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the body
and Mochinori counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lombardo thinking.
Mochinori throws a leg kick which misses Lombardo's front leg but catches the back leg as Lombardo tries to avoid it.
Mochinori ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Mochinori misses with a straight left.
Lombardo slips a jab from Mochinori.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mochinori throws a big shot that misses.
Mochinori lands with an overhand left.
Mochinori keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
It looked like Mochinori was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lombardo.
Mochinori throws a head kick that misses.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
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 Uesugi Mochinori 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#
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mochinori thuds a left hand into Lombardo's body.
A lazy body kick from Lombardo
and Mochinori counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Mochinori moves into the clinch successfully.
Uesugi Mochinori has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nice body punch from Lombardo.
Mochinori is leaning against Lombardo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Mochinori throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Mochinori has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Mochinori.
Mochinori scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lombardo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Lombardo.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from Mochinori.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mochinori doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo lands a left hand. #T1#
Mochinori blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Mochinori.
Mochinori has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Mochinori working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Mochinori blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mochinori.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mochinori.
Mochinori tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mochinori working aggressively here.
Lombardo presses Mochinori against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Mochinori controls his hands.
Mochinori lands a shoulder strike.
Mochinori throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lombardo cracks Mochinori with a nice body shot.
Mochinori misses with the head strike. #BC#
Mochinori breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Mochinori slips the punch.
As Lombardo backs away, Mochinori returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Mochinori moves forwards but Lombardo connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mochinori tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Mochinori.#T2#
Lombardo slips under a jab from Mochinori.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Uesugi Mochinori is winning the standup battle so far.
Good shot there by Mochinori.
Mochinori misses with a body shot
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Mochinori throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mochinori takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lombardo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mochinoris jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Lombardo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Lombardo is looking to score with low kicks.
Mochinori missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mochinori throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a slapping leg kick.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the body.
Mochinori blocks a low kick nicely.#T3#
Lombardo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Mochinori lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lombardo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mochinori throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Mochinori looks to land a combination but Lombardo avoids it well.
Mochinori tries to work over Lombardo's front leg with a kick but Lombardo checks it.
Lombardo lands a head kick. Mochinori smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mochinori.
Mochinori takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lombardo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lombardo throws a hook but Mochinori blocks it.
Lombardo moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Mochinori.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mochinori was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
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!
Lombardo connects with a right hand. Mochinori shakes it off.#T4#
Lombardo swings for the body but Mochinori moves out of range.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mochinori throws out the jab.
Mochinori fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo digs a good hook to Mochinori's body.
Mochinori throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mochinori throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Mochinori on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Mochinori is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Mochinori off balance momentarily.
Mochinori takes one to the side of the head.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mochinori.
Mochinori takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Mochinori.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big right from Mochinori misses.
Mochinori misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
It looked like Mochinori wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lombardo paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Mochinori scores with a nice right hand.
Lombardo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Mochinori clobbers Lombardo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lombardo scores with the left hand. Mochinori knows he should have avoided that one.
Mochinori stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lombardo.
Mochinori scores with a punch to the head.
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Mochinori throws a leg kick but Lombardo moved away.
Mochinori missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo connects with a right hand. Mochinori shakes it off.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL#
Mochinori clinches with his opponent.
Mochinori gets through Lombardo's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mochinori tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short uppercut from Mochinori.
Mochinori prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mochinori.
Mochinori struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands.
Mochinori misses with a punch on the inside.
Mochinori has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of Mochinori's head.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nice body punch from Lombardo.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Lombardo.
A head punch on the inside from Mochinori fails to land.
Lombardo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mochinori.
Mochinori working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mochinori pushes Lombardo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Mochinori.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Mochinori tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Mochinori throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo throws a head punch that misses.
Mochinori lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo wants to stall.
Mochinori lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo misses with some punches.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mochinori.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mochinori's elbow.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mochinori fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mochinori softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo. #T3#
Mochinori lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mochinori working aggressively here.
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mochinori can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
A shot in the inside from Lombardo.
A short right from Mochinori on the inside.
Lombardo gets through Mochinori's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mochinori dodges an elbow strike from Lombardo.
Mochinori gets through Lombardo's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo lands with a light punch inside.
Mochinori wants to get back to striking at distance but Lombardo won't allow it.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Mochinori blocks it.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Mochinori's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mochinori tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mochinori takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo blocks a low kick nicely.
Mochinori needs to keep his hands up - Lombardo had a free shot at his head there.#T4#
Lombardo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mochinori walks into a left hand.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Mochinori.
Nice cross by Mochinori.
Mochinori throws a leg kick but Lombardo moved away.
Mochinori fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Mochinori rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mochinori takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mochinori just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
Lombardo has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Mochinori misses with a low kick.
Mochinori ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lombardo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Lombardo drives through and clinches with Mochinori against the cage.
Mochinori lands a body punch.
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mochinori backwards.
Lombardo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Santino Lombardo.
I think Lombardo 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 28:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: GAMMA#920 Papa v Raffington
Date: Nov 13, 2021

#R1#
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Weight scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the body
letting Weight counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Weight misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Weight looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Weight misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weight scores with a jab.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Lombardo scores with a jab. Weight acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Weight swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
And Lombardo responds with a good body kick, but Weight manages to step out the way in time.
Santino Lombardo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Weight has knocked Lombardo down with a huge combo! Weight steps away and waves a wobbly Lombardo back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Weight's sensitive parts.
Lombardo lands a nice shot that snaps Weight's head back.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #ROC#Lombardo is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Weight swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo is still on wobbly legs! Can Weight finish him?
Weight lands a nice hook to Lombardo's body. Lombardo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lombardo seems to have recovered his senses.
Weight drops Lombardo with a straight right hand, right on the button! Weight follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Welter Weight!
Welter Weight made sure to mention his sponsor, Shadow-Battle Clothing in his post fight interview.

Event: GAMMA#916 Papa v Roland
Date: Oct 16, 2021

#R1#
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Jab, jab by Lombardo - just one landing.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Benedetti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Benedetti throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Benedetti takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo defending well as Benedetti loads up on a big left hand.
Benedetti tests Lombardo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A swing and a miss from Benedetti.
Benedetti throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Lombardo 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.
Benedetti lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Benedetti throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Benedetti with a body shot.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Benedetti.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Benedetti avoids the punch easily.
Benedetti connects with a looping right hand.
Lombardo explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Benedetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Benedetti.
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jab from Benedetti.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Benedetti on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Benedetti takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
It looked like Benedetti was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lombardo.
Benedetti moves out of range of the body kick.
Benedetti lands a glancing blow to the side of Lombardo's head.
Mario Benedetti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Benedetti misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lombardo.
Good work by Lombardo as he checks the leg kick.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Benedetti's shoulder, as Benedetti tries to avoid the shot.
Benedetti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Benedetti throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Benedetti missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Benedetti misses with a looping right.
Benedetti throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lombardo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo cracks a nice hook into Benedetti's ribs.#T2#
Benedetti tries to bum rush Lombardo with a series of wild strikes but Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lombardo lands with a kick to the ribs.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Benedetti moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Benedetti appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Benedetti is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice cross by Benedetti.
A big right from Benedetti misses.
Benedetti connects with a solid leg kick.
Benedetti lands with a shot to the body.
Lombardo checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lombardo thumps Benedetti with a low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Benedetti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo cracks Benedetti with an open hand slap.
Lombardo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lombardo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Lombardo throws a low kick but Benedetti avoids it.
Lombardo thuds his shin into the meat of Benedetti's side.
Lombardo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Benedetti throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Benedetti throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Lombardo appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lombardo delivers a nice body kick.
Lombardo ducks right into an uppercut from Benedetti.
Benedetti lands a nice shot to the body.
Lombardo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Benedetti at a distance.
Lombardo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A swing and a miss from Benedetti.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Benedetti down.
Benedetti moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Benedetti moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Benedetti tests Lombardo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo misses with a hook.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Benedetti.
Benedetti lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Benedetti throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL2#
Lombardo closes the distance and clinches. #T4#
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Benedetti.
Benedetti misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land.
Lombardo lands a right hand.
Benedetti misses with a short punch on the inside.
Benedetti lands with a light punch inside.
A short uppercut from Benedetti.
A short left from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Benedetti lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Benedetti.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Benedetti.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lombardo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Benedetti throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Benedetti throws a head punch that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Benedetti connects with a single shot there.
Benedetti lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lombardo at a distance.
Benedetti throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Benedetti misses with a wild body shot.
Benedetti throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Benedetti lands a body shot.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Benedetti moves out of range of the body kick.
Lombardo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Benedetti.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Benedetti.
Lombardo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Benedetti moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Benedetti lands with a thumping leg kick.
Benedetti motions for Lombardo to come forward. Benedetti throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Benedetti misses with a looping left.
Lombardo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lombardo takes one to the chin there.#T1#
Nice jab there from Benedetti.
Benedetti throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a thumping low kick.
Benedetti tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lombardo is able to avoid easily.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo takes one to the chin there.
Benedetti lands a nice looking body shot.
Benedetti checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lombardo scores with a spinning back kick!
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo looks to throw the jab but Benedetti is out of range.
Benedetti throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Benedetti digs a good body shot into Lombardo's ribs.
Benedetti takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Benedetti misses the target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo misses with the combination.
Benedetti throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand. #T2#
Benedetti misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Benedetti will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Benedetti throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big left from Benedetti misses.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
That kick from Benedetti tenderised Lombardo's leg. Lombardo is trying to keep his angry face on.
Benedetti throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
Jab from Benedetti.
Lombardo blocks a head kick by Benedetti.
Lombardo defending well as Benedetti loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lombardo shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Benedetti jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lombardo! But no joy.
Benedetti lands with a good body shot.
Lombardo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Benedetti misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Benedetti is able to avoid easily.
Benedetti lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lombardo at a distance.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Benedetti moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Benedetti missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A swing and a miss from Benedetti.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Benedetti scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Benedetti throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Benedetti looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Benedetti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
Lombardo with a nice calf kick.
Benedetti is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Benedetti avoids a kick to the body.
Benedetti thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters circling - Benedetti throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good standup being displayed there by Benedetti as he connects with a hook.
Lombardo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lombardo throws a jab when Benedetti was well out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Benedetti.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Benedetti.
Benedetti moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Benedetti buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Benedetti tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Benedetti takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Benedetti swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Benedetti misses with a low kick.
Benedetti drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo slips a jab from Benedetti.
Benedetti takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Benedetti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nice shot lands for Benedetti.
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Lombardo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mario Benedetti is winning the standup battle so far.
Lombardo swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Benedetti throws a right and a left that both miss.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Benedetti misses with a body punch #CL2#
and Lombardo counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A short left from Benedetti.
Benedetti lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Benedetti dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Nice shot lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Lombardo dodges the punch combination from Benedetti.
A countering left hand to the body from Lombardo misses.
Benedetti takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lombardo works Benedetti's body with a nice hook.
Benedetti misses with a low kick.
Benedetti with a nice cross.
Benedetti is looking to slow Lombardo down with leg kicks.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Lombardo feints a counter leg kick.
Benedetti looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Benedetti on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Benedetti connects with a body shot.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
An inside leg kick from Benedetti misses.
Benedetti throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
A left lands for Lombardo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo misses with a looping left.#T1#
Nice shot lands for Benedetti.
Benedetti comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lombardo tries to move into range but Benedetti moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lombardo lands a head shot.
Lombardo throws a low kick, looking for Benedetti's leg but Benedetti calmly moves out of range.
Benedetti lands with a hook. Lombardo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Benedetti misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a slapping leg kick.
Benedetti works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Benedetti swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Benedetti.
Lombardo flicks out a counter leg kick but Benedetti steps away.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Benedetti.
Benedetti throws a body kick that misses.
Lombardo scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice body punch from Benedetti.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Benedetti manages to avoid it.
Benedetti lands with a cross. #T2#
Benedetti swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Benedetti was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Benedetti swats away the attempt to clinch by Lombardo.
Benedetti misses the shot to the body.
Benedetti works the jab nicely.
Benedetti blocks a head kick by Lombardo.
Benedetti lands the left hand.
Benedetti throws the kick towards the body but Lombardo avoids it.
Benedetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Benedetti.
A jab lands there for Benedetti.
Benedetti finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Benedetti takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Benedetti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Benedetti misses the jab.#T3#
Lombardo throws a jab when Benedetti was well out of range.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Benedetti throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Benedetti.
Benedetti throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
Benedetti lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Benedetti looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Benedetti looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Benedetti moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Benedetti off balance momentarily.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
A jab from Benedetti misses.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut.
A big right from Benedetti misses.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Benedetti manages to avoid it.#T4#
Lombardo misses with a hook.
Benedetti scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lombardo in his tracks.
Benedetti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Benedetti takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
A good leg kick by Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a straight right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Benedetti.
Benedetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Benedetti.
Lombardo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Benedetti with a body shot.
Benedetti just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo throws a leg kick that misses.
Good work by Lombardo as he checks the leg kick.
Benedetti checks a leg kick.
Benedetti moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick.
Benedetti tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Benedetti misses the target.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Benedetti.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Benedetti clearly takes 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.#R4#
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Benedetti moved out of range nicely.
Benedetti throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Benedetti connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Benedetti throws a front kick aimed at Lombardo's knee but Lombardo avoids it well.
Benedetti throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Benedetti throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Benedetti throws a combination that misses
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lombardo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A cross from Benedetti lands.
Lombardo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Benedetti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Benedetti throws a sloppy head kick and Lombardo moves out of range easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Benedetti doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Benedetti sees coming a mile off.#T1#
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Benedetti throws out the jab.
Benedetti misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Benedetti tries to bum rush Lombardo with a series of wild strikes but Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Lombardo.
Benedetti connects with a solid leg kick.
Benedetti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Benedetti throws out the jab.
Lombardo walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Benedetti checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Benedetti checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo checks a low kick from Benedetti.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Benedetti.
Benedetti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Benedetti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo scores with a jab. Benedetti acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Benedetti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Benedetti throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a slapping leg kick. #T2#
Benedetti throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo lands a front kick.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Benedetti was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Benedetti takes a kick to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Benedetti misses the target.
Lombardo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Mario Benedetti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Benedetti misses with a looping left.
Benedetti walks into a stiff left hand from Lombardo.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Benedetti.
Lombardo unleashes a big counter combination but Benedetti bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Benedetti takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Benedetti down.
Lombardo thuds his shin into the meat of Benedetti's side.
Benedetti walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lombardo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Benedetti throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Benedetti throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lombardo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lombardo throws a head kick that misses.
Benedetti throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
Benedetti throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Benedetti misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lombardo. Benedetti shrugs it off though.
Lombardo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Benedetti swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Benedetti.
Lombardo steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Benedetti at a distance.
Lombardo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lombardo throws a leg kick which misses Benedetti's front leg but catches the back leg as Benedetti tries to avoid it.
Benedetti connects with a nice looking jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo throws a body punch but Benedetti moves out of range. #T4#
Lombardo moves out of range as Benedetti strikes.
Benedetti misses with a lunging right hand
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Lombardo closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Benedetti jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo throws the kick towards the body but Benedetti avoids it.
Benedetti cracks Lombardo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Benedetti is just out of range.
Benedetti misses with an uppercut.
Benedetti lands an overhand right.
Lombardo throws a jab when Benedetti was well out of range.
Benedetti misses with a wild body shot.
Benedetti scores with a three punch combo!
Benedetti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Benedetti slips a straight right by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a hook but Benedetti avoids it easily.
Benedetti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lombardo flicks out a counter leg kick but Benedetti steps away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R5#
Benedetti throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Benedetti looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Benedetti lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Benedetti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lombardo throws a push kick but Benedetti slaps the foot to one side.
Benedetti takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Benedetti takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Benedetti throws a right hand that Lombardo ducks under and follows up with a left that Lombardo also avoids with ease.
Lombardo appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The fighters circling - Benedetti throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Benedetti ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo throws a hook but Benedetti avoids it easily.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Benedetti.
Benedetti turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Benedetti misses the shot to the body.
Benedetti connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lombardo's hands.#T1#
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Benedetti.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Benedetti.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lombardo lets loose with a powerful body kick. Benedetti will feel that in the morning.
Lombardo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Benedetti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
Benedetti connects with a single shot there.
Benedetti misses with a straight left.
Benedetti moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Benedetti clobbers Lombardo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Benedetti tries to land a leg kick but Lombardo saw it coming and moves away.
Benedetti tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lombardo is able to avoid easily.
Benedetti looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Benedetti wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lombardo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Benedetti is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo. #T2#
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Benedetti.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lombardo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Benedetti misses with a jab to the body
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Benedetti has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Benedetti.
Benedetti lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Benedetti misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Lombardo connects with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Benedetti avoids the punch easily.
Benedetti misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Benedetti.
Benedetti throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
A low kick lands for Benedetti.
Benedetti misses with a straight left.
Lombardo scores with a nice body kick. #T3#
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Benedetti lands a nice hook to Lombardo's body. Lombardo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Benedetti takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Benedetti throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Benedetti moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromLombardo.
Lombardo takes one to the chin there.
Jab by Benedetti.
Benedetti moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Benedetti.
Lombardo throws out a counter right but Benedetti avoids it with no problem.
Benedetti throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Benedetti.
Benedetti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lombardo connects with a nice looking jab.
Benedetti throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Benedetti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Benedetti swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Benedetti jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Benedetti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Benedetti ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo moves out of range as Benedetti strikes.
Benedetti connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lombardo. Lombardo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lombardo tries to clinch but Benedetti is having none of it.
Benedetti throws a leg kick
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Benedetti throws a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Benedetti.
Benedetti tries a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mario Benedetti.
I think Benedetti has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 49:46
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 48:47
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 49:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mario Benedetti!
Mario Benedetti retains his welterweight title!
An out of breath Mario Benedetti thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: GAMMA#913 Papa v Raffington
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1#
Lombardo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Daughtrey moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Daughtrey tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Daughtrey gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lombardo misses with some punches.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey lands a nice elbow. #CUT#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Daughtrey throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Daughtrey blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Daughtrey can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
Daughtrey scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Daughtrey lands a hook to the side of the head.
Daughtrey misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A body shot lands from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Daughtrey blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Daughtrey prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Daughtrey has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Daughtrey.
Lombardo blocks an elbow strike from Daughtrey. #T1#
Daughtrey blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Daughtrey lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Daughtrey.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike.
Daughtrey lands a damaging elbow.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Daughtrey lands a left hand.
Daughtrey blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Daughtrey blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
Daughtrey lands a nice shot to the body.
Daughtrey lands a nice elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo lands a hook that snaps the head of Daughtrey backwards.
Daughtrey struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands.
Daughtrey blocks an uppercut.
Daughtrey lands a nice uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Daughtrey.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Daughtrey has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Daughtrey.
Daughtrey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Daughtrey lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo misses with a punch on the inside.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo scores with a shoulder strike.
Daughtrey digs a right hand underneath Lombardo's ribcage. Lombardo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Daughtrey throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Daughtrey misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Daughtrey lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lombardo blocks an elbow strike from Daughtrey.
A hook to the body from Lombardo.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Daughtrey dodges an elbow strike from Lombardo.
Daughtrey is working Lombardo over against the cage.
Daughtrey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daughtrey tries to throw a body punch but Lombardo avoids it by throwing Daughtrey back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Lombardo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice body punch from Lombardo.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Lombardo cracks Daughtrey with a nice body shot.#T3#
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Daughtrey throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Daughtrey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo blocks an elbow strike from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Daughtrey backwards.
Daughtrey pushes Lombardo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo pushes Daughtrey back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Lombardo lands a left hand.
Daughtrey struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands.
Lombardo blocks an elbow strike.
Lombardo scores with a shoulder strike.
Daughtrey throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Daughtrey prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Daughtrey backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Daughtrey.
Daughtrey misses with some punches.
Lombardo lands a hook that snaps the head of Daughtrey backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Daughtrey tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Good body shot from Lombardo.
Nice body punch from Lombardo - that landed with a thud.
Daughtrey is breathing heavily.
Daughtrey working aggressively here. #T4#
Daughtrey struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands. #BC2#
Lombardo breaks from the clinch.
Daughtrey takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Daughtrey tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Lombardo counters with a low kick, right behind Daughtrey 's knee.
Some wild striking there from Daughtrey.
Lombardo thuds a left hand into Daughtrey's body.
Lombardo circles away from the clinch attempt
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Kevin Daughtrey has been cut.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Lombardo.
Kevin Daughtrey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
A low kick lands for Lombardo.
Daughtrey throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo counters with a good low kick that Daughtrey was not able to check.
Daughtrey tries to clinch there but Lombardo circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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##CL#
Daughtrey darts in and clinches Lombardo up against the cage.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo avoids a wild elbow strike from Daughtrey.
Lombardo lands a left hand.
Daughtrey lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Daughtrey doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lombardo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A hook to the body from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lombardo lands a hook that snaps the head of Daughtrey backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short body shot lands from Daughtrey as the two fighters clinch.
Daughtrey misses with a body punch.
Lombardo looking to slow down the pace here.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Daughtrey has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Nice body punch from Daughtrey. #T1#
Daughtrey throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lombardo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Daughtrey's elbow.
Daughtrey tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Nice body punch from Lombardo.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
A short body shot lands from Lombardo as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Daughtrey's elbow.
Daughtrey's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lombardo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC2#
Lombardo breaks from the clinch.
Daughtrey throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Good shot there by Lombardo.
Daughtrey is looking to clinch but Lombardo is avoiding it.
Daughtrey closes the distance looking to clinch
and Lombardo counters with a slapping leg kick. #T2#
Daughtrey fails with an attempt to clinch.
Daughtrey moves into range and connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Daughtrey saw that one coming.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Daughtrey takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #ROC2#Daughtrey is rocked!
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lombardo.
Oh Daughtrey is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Daughtrey lands a jab to the nose.
Daughtrey seems to have got his legs back now.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Daughtrey moves out of range.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Daughtrey throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo circles away from the clinch attempt
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Daughtrey tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Daughtrey has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.#T3#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 Daughtrey has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Daughtrey and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Daughtrey.
Daughtrey tries to clinch up.#CL#
Daughtrey fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lombardo, pushing him back against the cage.
Lombardo takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#That has opened up Santino Lombardo's cut even more.
Lombardo lands with a light punch inside.
Daughtrey throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Daughtrey blocks it.
Daughtrey creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lombardo.
Nice body punch from Daughtrey - that landed with a thud. #BC2#
Lombardo breaks from the clinch.
Lombardo keeps the fight on the outside.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Daughtrey, as that shot connected.
Daughtrey tries to clinch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Daughtrey is looking to clinch but Lombardo is avoiding it.
Lombardo scores with a kick to the midsection.#T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Daughtrey. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Daughtrey waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Daughtrey tries to clinch up
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Daughtrey tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lombardo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lombardo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Daughtrey misses with a looping right.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
A combination from Daughtrey does no damage.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Daughtrey tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Daughtrey.
Lombardo only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Daughtrey is looking to clinch but Lombardo is avoiding it.
Daughtrey misses with a straight left. #CL#
Daughtrey has managed to clinch.
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Daughtrey swinging wildly here.
Daughtrey throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Daughtrey moves away.
Daughtrey tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lombardo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lombardo thuds a left hand into Daughtrey's body.
Daughtrey wants to clinch but Lombardo slips to the side
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
Daughtrey digs a good hook to Lombardo's body.
Daughtrey scores with a shot to the body.
Daughtrey tries to clinch but Lombardo moves away
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick.
Daughtrey tries to close the distance and clinch but Lombardo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daughtrey wants to clinch but Lombardo slips to the side
and Lombardo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Daughtrey fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lombardo lands a head shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo. #T1#
Daughtrey tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lombardo paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL#
Daughtrey clinches up with Lombardo and pushes him back against the cage.
Lombardo misses with a punch on the inside.
Daughtrey digs a right hand underneath Lombardo's ribcage. Lombardo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Still in the clinch, Lombardo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kevin Daughtrey has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lombardo gets through Daughtrey's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC2#
Lombardo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body. Daughtrey takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Daughtrey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Daughtrey throws a left and a right that both miss
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Daughtrey tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lombardo throws a shot to the body.
Lombardo has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Daughtrey is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lombardo lands with a shot to the body.
Kevin Daughtrey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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!
Daughtrey tries to clinch up but Lombardo circles away and keeps his distance.
Lombardo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A nice leg kick from Lombardo, right into the meat of the thigh.
Daughtrey throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.#CL#
Daughtrey rushes Lombardo and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Daughtrey lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Lombardo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Daughtrey tries to throw a body punch but Lombardo avoids it by throwing Daughtrey back against the cage.
Lombardo presses Daughtrey against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Daughtrey misses with a punch on the inside.
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Daughtreys head.
Daughtrey lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
Daughtrey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daughtrey doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Daughtrey misses with a hook from the clinch.
Daughtrey has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
A right hand to the body from Daughtrey. #T3#
Daughtrey is working Lombardo over against the cage.
Lombardo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Daughtrey tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo misses with some punches.
Lombardo digs a right hand into Daughtrey's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Daughtrey's gas tank.
Daughtrey misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Daughtrey backwards.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Lombardo tries to work over Daughtrey's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo avoids a wild elbow strike from Daughtrey.
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Daughtrey's ribcage. Daughtrey let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lombardo tries to work over Daughtrey's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lombardo is leaning against Daughtrey and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Lombardo as the two fighters clinch.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Daughtrey blocks it. #T4#
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Daughtrey controls his hands.
A left hand lands to the body for Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
Lombardo is leaning against Daughtrey and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo digs a right hand into Daughtrey's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Daughtrey's gas tank.
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Good body shot from Lombardo.
Santino Lombardo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lombardo pushes Daughtrey against the cage. Lombardo is working some dirty boxing. Lombardo pushes off with a quick right hook! Daughtrey goes down! Daughtrey tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Lombardo moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santino Lombardo!
Santino Lombardo decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: GAMMA#910 Daughtrey v Mario
Date: Sep 04, 2021

#R1#
Mochinori fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lombardo.
Mochinori darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lombardo lands with an overhand left.
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo checks a leg kick nicely.
Lombardo looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Mochinori misses with a head kick.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mochinori throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Mochinori throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mochinori thuds his right hand into Lombardo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lombardo takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mochinori looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Nice body kick there by Mochinori.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Lombardo blocks the leg kick.
Lombardo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mochinori checks it well.
Lombardo scores with a nice right hand.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mochinori. That's going to slow Lombardo down. #T1#
A low kick from Mochinori misses
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mochinori moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Mochinori throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mochinori throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Mochinori throws a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a nice leg kick.
Mochinori throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mochinori's sensitive parts.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo throws a hook but Mochinori avoids it easily.
Lombardo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mochinori.
A jab from Lombardo finds it's way through Mochinori's defenses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Mochinori.
Mochinori scores with a nice strike.
Mochinori takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mochinori takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lombardo lands with a kick to the ribs.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mochinori.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lombardo - that will leave a mark! #T2#
Mochinori ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mochinori throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
Mochinori tries to land a leg kick but Lombardo saw it coming and moves away.
Mochinori misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Mochinori manages to avoid it.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mochinori lands with a nice body punch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Mochinori darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lombardo checks the leg kick.
Lombardo cracks a nice hook into Mochinori's ribs.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Mochinori down.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Mochinori saw that one coming.
Lombardo thows a leg kick but Mochinori checks it
and Mochinori counters with a thumping low kick.
Mochinori throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Mochinori with the inside leg kick.
Mochinori chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mochinori throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Mochinori misses with a head kick.
Lombardo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Mochinori to score with a decent uppercut.
Mochinori throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Lombardo takes a swing at Mochinori's ribcage but misses.
It seemed like Mochinori was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lombardo digs a good hook to Mochinori's body.
Mochinori pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
Lombardo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mochinori with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Mochinori pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Uesugi Mochinori seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mochinori was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Lombardo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mochinori.
Mochinori lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mochinori looks to land a body kick but Lombardo moved away.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Mochinori manages to avoid it.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mochinori. That did some damage!
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
Mochinori misses with a straight right.
Mochinori throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a jab.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Mochinori.
Mochinori looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Mochinori tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Mochinori checks it.
Lombardo is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Mochinori misses with a kick to the body
and Lombardo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Mochinori is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Mochinori keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
Decent striking displayed by Mochinori there.
Lombardo moves out of range of the body kick.
Lombardo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Mochinori has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
Lombardo cracks Mochinori with a good jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mochinori.
Lombardo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mochinori. Mochinori obviously looking to wear him down.
Lombardo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mochinori takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Mochinori scores with a kick to the midsection.
Lombardo thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mochinori if he has to take too many more of those.
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 Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lombardo throws out a powerful jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Mochinori.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Mochinori in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Lombardo tries to work over Mochinori's front leg with a kick but Mochinori checks it.
Lombardo lands an overhand right.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mochinori.
Mochinori misses with a low kick as Lombardo jumps back.
Lombardo quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Lombardo checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lombardo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mochinori avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Mochinori takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Mochinori throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mochinori counters with a body kick.
Mochinori connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Mochinori misses with a low kick.
Mochinori looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo lands with a kick to the ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mochinori takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Mochinori throws a half hearted mid kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Mochinori misses with a body kick.
Lombardo jabs Mochinori to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mochinori finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A good leg kick by Lombardo.
Lombardo avoids the head kick by Mochinori.
Mochinori blocks the body kick.
A jab from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Mochinori lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lombardo takes a step back to recover.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mochinori.
Mochinori throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo avoids the head kick by Mochinori.
A low kick lands for Mochinori.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mochinori.
Mochinori throws a body kick that misses
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mochinori throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mochinori throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Mochinori sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Mochinori checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Mochinori throws a head kick that misses.
Mochinori tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lombardo is able to avoid easily.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Mochinori throws the kick towards the body but Lombardo avoids it.
Lombardo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mochinori has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mochinori throws the kick towards the body but Lombardo avoids it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lombardo.
Lombardo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mochinori's head.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mochinori displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
Mochinori cracks Lombardo with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3#
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but Mochinori moved out of range.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mochinori's sensitive parts.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mochinori misses with the body kick
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mochinori with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mochinori uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
Mochinori throws a leg kick that is checked
and Mochinori takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
Mochinori replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Lombardo blocks it well.
Lombardo ducks right into an uppercut from Mochinori.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mochinori.
A jab lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mochinori.
Mochinori throws a left and a right that both miss
and Lombardo counters with a nice body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mochinori is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Mochinori checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mochinori takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T4#
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mochinori scores with a leg kick.
Mochinori blocks the body kick.
Lombardo will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Mochinori misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lombardo throws a jab when Mochinori was well out of range.
Lombardo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mochinori doesn't seem bothered though.
Mochinori moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Mochinori paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lombardo moves out of range as Mochinori strikes.
Mochinori dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mochinori throws a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lombardo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mochinori throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Mochinori connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lombardo connects with a looping right hand.
Lombardo takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Mochinori connects with an inside leg kick.
Mochinori sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mochinori throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lombardo.
Mochinori throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a quick counter kick to the body but Mochinori avoids it.
Mochinori misses with a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a low kick, right behind Mochinori 's knee.
Mochinori throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
Mochinori throws a chopping leg kick but Lombardo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Mochinori looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Mochinori swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Mochinori slips the punch.
A lazy left from Mochinori finds it's target.
Mochinori misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mochinori throws a big shot that misses.
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Mochinori's leg. Mochinori is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mochinori shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T1#
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Mochinori misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice body shot.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mochinori.
A low kick from Mochinori is predictable there
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Lombardo misses with a series of wild punches.
Mochinori tries a quick counter leg kick but Lombardo is wise to it.
Mochinori avoids a kick to the body.
Mochinori was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Mochinori throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
Mochinori finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mochinori throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mochinori jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mochinori throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lombardo.
Lombardo appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mochinori fails to land with a series of punches.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Mochinori moves out of range.
Mochinori has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T2#
Lombardo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Mochinori throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo avoids the head kick by Mochinori.
Mochinori bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Mochinori moves forwards but Lombardo connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mochinori checks a leg kick.
Lombardo misses the jab.
Mochinori goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Mochinori drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Mochinori throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
It looked like Lombardo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Mochinori loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Mochinori moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
A jab lands there for Lombardo.#T3#
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Mochinori jabs Lombardo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lombardo avoids the head kick by Mochinori.
No joy there for Mochinori, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lombardo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lombardo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A low kick from Mochinori is predictable there
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Mochinori lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lombardo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Mochinori to score with a decent uppercut.
Mochinori throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with a good low kick that Mochinori was not able to check.
Mochinori missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo drops his hands momentarily and Mochinori takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lombardo connects with the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mochinori throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mochinori swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T4#
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Mochinori's leg. Mochinori is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nice defenses there by Mochinori.
Mochinori throws a big shot that misses.
Mochinori is looking to land body kicks.
Mochinori swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Mochinori punishes Lombardo's body with a nice straight punch.
Mochinori takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lombardo checks a leg kick nicely.
A combination from Mochinori does no damage.
Mochinori takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mochinori on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lombardo jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mochinori blocks the body kick.
Despite the aggression on Mochinori's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Mochinori tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mochinori misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
Uesugi Mochinori has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Mochinori moved away.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.

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 Santino Lombardo.
Well Lombardo 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: GAMMA#907 Daughtrey v Weight
Date: Aug 14, 2021

#R1#
Benedetti moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
Lombardo moves out of range as Benedetti strikes.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Benedetti saw that one coming.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Nice cross by Benedetti.
Benedetti takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lombardo lands a jab to the nose.
Benedetti looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Benedetti moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick.
Benedetti misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lombardo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Benedetti.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Benedetti.
It looked like Benedetti was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Benedetti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lombardo.
Benedetti looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Benedetti looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lombardo misses with a hook. Benedetti ducked under it nicely.
A left lands for Benedetti.#T1#
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Benedetti throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Benedetti scores with a jab.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Benedetti throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lombardo.
Lombardo blocks a low kick nicely.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Benedetti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lombardo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
No joy there for Benedetti, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A jab from Benedetti misses.
Lombardo is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Benedetti.
Benedetti fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the kisser.
Benedetti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Benedetti blocks a jab.
Benedetti throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Benedetti looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Benedetti thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab lands there for Lombardo.
Benedetti is looking to chop away at Lombardo's legs.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo tries to move into range but Benedetti moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Benedetti misses with an uppercut
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
A left lands for Benedetti.
Benedetti misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Benedetti jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lombardo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Benedetti.
A little feinted left hand from Benedetti on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Benedetti is looking to slow Lombardo down with leg kicks.
Benedetti misses with a lunging right hand
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Benedetti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Benedetti lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lombardo misses with a straight right.
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Benedetti throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Benedetti misses with a wild combination.
Benedetti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Benedetti scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nice defenses there by Benedetti.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Benedetti.
Benedetti just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo tries to counter with a clinch but Benedetti shakes him off and moves away.
Benedetti swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lombardo.
Benedetti swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Benedetti works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lombardo lands a jab to Benedetti's midsection.
Benedetti misses with a low kick as Lombardo jumps back.
Benedetti lands a jab to the head.
The crowd cheers as Lombardo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Benedetti doesn't seem phased though.
Benedetti is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Benedetti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Benedetti throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A good leg kick by Benedetti. #T4#
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Benedetti.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Good work by Lombardo as he checks the leg kick.
Benedetti looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Benedetti throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lombardo throws a right hand that misses
enabling Benedetti to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Lombardo throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Benedetti moves away.
Benedetti is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Lombardo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Benedetti.
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lombardo checks the leg kick nicely there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Benedetti moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Benedetti lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lombardo's sensitive parts.
Benedetti scoring well with a low kick there.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Benedetti throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Benedetti really felt that one!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Benedetti dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
The fighters circle momentarily. Benedetti darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lombardo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Benedetti tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo counters with a body kick.
Benedetti misses with a shot to the body
and Lombardo counters with a good low kick that Benedetti was not able to check.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Benedetti's shoulder, as Benedetti tries to avoid the shot.
Benedetti throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Benedetti jabs Lombardo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Benedetti swinging wildly here.
Good standup being displayed there by Benedetti as he connects with a hook.
Benedetti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Benedetti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Benedetti lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Benedetti.#T1#
Benedetti with the inside leg kick.
Lombardo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Benedetti moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Benedetti manages to avoid it.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Benedetti is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lombardo can do to turn this around?
Benedetti avoids a kick to the body.
Mario Benedetti is winning the standup battle so far.
Benedetti lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lombardo throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Benedetti's leg. Benedetti is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lombardo misses with a head kick.
Benedetti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Benedetti.
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Benedetti looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
A jab from Benedetti misses.
A jab from Benedetti misses.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Benedetti moves away.#T2#
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
Benedetti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Lombardo might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Benedetti has got the better of the exchanges.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Benedetti cracks Lombardo with an open hand slap.
Lombardo takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Benedetti misses the jab.
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lombardo blocks a head kick by Benedetti.
Benedetti stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Benedetti misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Mario Benedetti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo connects with a looping right hand.
Lombardo misses the jab.
Benedetti throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lombardo.
Benedetti moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lombardo.
Benedetti misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lombardo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A thudding body kick lands there by Lombardo!
Benedetti misses with a body shot
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo dips to his left and cracks Benedetti with an uppercut!
Benedetti throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Benedetti. That did some damage!
Benedetti throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo slips a jab from Benedetti.
Lombardo connects with a looping right hand.
Benedetti takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Benedetti throws a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Benedetti lands a nice shot that snaps Lombardo's head back.
Benedetti throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice side step and Lombardo releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Benedetti blocks a low kick nicely.
Benedetti thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Lombardo if he has to take too many more of those.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Benedetti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Benedetti.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Benedetti.#T4#
Benedetti looks to land a combination but Lombardo avoids it well.
Lombardo looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Benedetti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Benedetti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo tries a quick counter leg kick but Benedetti is wise to it.
Benedetti throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick.
Lombardo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Benedetti blocks a low kick nicely.
Benedetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Benedetti.
Lombardo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Benedetti looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lombardo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Benedetti with a nice cross.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Benedetti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Benedetti tried to counter with a leg kick but Lombardo avoided it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Benedetti is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Lombardo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Benedetti.
Benedetti swinging wildly here.
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 Mario Benedetti will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Benedetti throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo throws out a counter right but Benedetti avoids it with no problem.
Benedetti throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big right from Benedetti misses.
Lombardo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lombardo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Benedetti throws a right and a left that both miss.
Benedetti misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Lombardo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lombardo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Benedetti.
Benedetti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo swings for the body but Benedetti moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo lands a jab to the head.
Benedetti lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Benedetti.
Lombardo misses with a hook.
Lombardo checks the leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lombardo! But no joy.
Benedetti tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Lombardo throws a shot to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
A combination from Benedetti does no damage.
Benedetti misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Benedetti.
Mario Benedetti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Benedetti throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Benedetti takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Benedetti.
Lombardo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A good leg kick by Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lombardo.
Santino Lombardo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Benedetti lands an overhand right.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Benedetti moved away.
Benedetti scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lombardo misses with a straight right.
Benedetti lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Lombardo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Benedetti at a distance.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
A jab from Benedetti misses.
A nice side step and Lombardo releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
The fighters circling - Benedetti throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Benedetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Benedetti.
Lombardo thows a leg kick but Benedetti checks it
and Benedetti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lombardo checks a leg kick nicely.
A head kick misses from Lombardo.
Benedetti blocks the body kick.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Benedetti tries to bum rush Lombardo with a series of wild strikes but Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lombardo moves out of range as Benedetti strikes.#T3#
Benedetti attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nice uppercut there from Benedetti.
Benedetti goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Benedetti will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Benedetti throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo throws a low kick, looking for Benedetti's leg but Benedetti calmly moves out of range.
Benedetti throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Benedetti thuds a left hand into Lombardo's body.
Benedetti works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Benedetti tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A jab from Lombardo misses.
Benedetti slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Benedetti connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL2#
Lombardo has managed to clinch.
Lombardo misses with a body punch. #T4#
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Benedetti.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Benedetti blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lombardo throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Stalling in the clinch from Lombardo.
Benedetti blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with some punches.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lombardo misses with some punches.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Santino Lombardo.
I think Benedetti 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: GAMMA#904 Spud v McCracken
Date: Jul 24, 2021

#R1#
Lombardo lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT#It looks like Kevin Daughtrey has been cut.
Daughtrey ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Daughtrey misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo cracks Daughtrey with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lombardo scores with a nice body kick.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Daughtrey scores with a hook to the body. Lombardo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
Kevin Daughtrey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo misses the jab.
No joy there for Daughtrey, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Daughtrey 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.
Lombardo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Daughtrey changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lombardo ducks right into an uppercut from Daughtrey.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Daughtrey.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Daughtrey throws a sloppy body shot
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lombardo sets himself, and Daughtrey steps forward looking for the clinch! Lombardo avoids it this time.
Daughtrey lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lombardo at a distance.
Daughtrey misses with a looping left.
Daughtrey tries to clinch up.
Daughtrey pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1##CL2#
Daughtrey clinches up with Lombardo and pushes him back against the cage.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Daughtrey lands with a light punch inside.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Daughtrey blocks it.
Daughtrey prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Still in the clinch, Daughtrey scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lombardo takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT2#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Daughtrey throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lombardo tries to work over Daughtrey's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Daughtrey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of Daughtrey's head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Daughtrey controls his hands.
Daughtrey scores with a hook to the body.
Daughtrey working aggressively here.
Daughtrey working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Daughtrey lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Daughtrey tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lombardo's elbow.
Daughtrey lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2#
Daughtrey can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Daughtrey is leaning against Lombardo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lombardo is breathing heavily.
Daughtrey blocking some punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey lands a body punch in the clinch.
Daughtrey stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Daughtrey lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Daughtrey struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands.
Daughtrey misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lombardo swings wildly with an uppercut but Daughtrey uses good head movement to avoid it.
I was talking to Lombardo's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Daughtrey misses with some punches.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Daughtrey lands a shot to the body.
Daughtrey tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lombardo's elbow.
Daughtrey misses with a hook to the ribs.
Daughtrey lands a shoulder strike.
Daughtrey works on Lombardo's body with a couple of short punches.
Daughtrey lands a body punch.
Daughtrey lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from Daughtrey. #T3#
Daughtrey lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey digs a right hand into Lombardo's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lombardo's gas tank.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Daughtrey lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Daughtrey lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lombardo's elbow.
Daughtrey throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A right hand to the body from Daughtrey.
Good body shot from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lombardo lands with a left to the head.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Daughtrey tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lombardo's elbow.
Daughtrey is working Lombardo over against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Daughtrey.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Daughtrey working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short left from Daughtrey.
Lombardo tries to work over Daughtrey's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Daughtrey on the inside.
Daughtrey misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
A body shot lands from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Daughtrey digs a right hand underneath Lombardo's ribcage. Lombardo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Daughtrey as Lombardo tries to tie him up.
Daughtrey lands an elbow just above Lombardo 's eye.
Still in the clinch, Daughtrey scores with a nice short uppercut.
Daughtrey presses Lombardo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Daughtrey misses with a punch to the body.
Daughtrey misses with a hook to the ribs.
Daughtrey misses with a body punch.
Daughtrey lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Daughtrey.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Daughtrey comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Daughtrey lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC2#Lombardo is rocked!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Oh Lombardo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Daughtrey creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Lombardo's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Lombardo drops to his knees and Daughtrey pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kevin Daughtrey!
Kevin Daughtrey is the new welterweight champion!
Kevin Daughtrey gave a mention to FUClothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: GAMMA#898 MacArthur v Turilo
Date: Jun 12, 2021

#R1#
Lombardo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sirakanian counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sirakanian throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
Sirakanian is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CL#
Lombardo moves into the clinch.
Sirakanian pushes Lombardo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sirakanian goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sirakanian misses with a punch on the inside.
Lombardo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sirakanian.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Sirakanian controls his hands.
A shot in the inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Sirakanian has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Sirakanian lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Sirakanian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Sirakanian fails to land.
Sirakanian working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
I was talking to Lombardo's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Lombardo misses with some punches.
Lombardo is pushing Sirakanian up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Sirakanian throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sirakanian working aggressively here.
Sirakanian fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sirakanian.
Sirakanian looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sirakanian doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sirakanian fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sirakanian misses with some punches.
Lombardo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lombardo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short right from Sirakanian on the inside.
Sirakanian misses with the head strike.
Sirakanian misses with the head strike.
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Lombardo scores with a nice short uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Narek Sirakanian has been cut.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A left hand lands to the body for Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lombardo swings wildly with an uppercut but Sirakanian uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lombardo.
Sirakanian swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Sirakanian controls his hands.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from Sirakanian.
Lombardo lands with a short shot to the head.
Good body shot from Lombardo.
A right hook to the body lands for Lombardo.
Sirakanian misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sirakanian lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo avoids a wild elbow strike from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian blocking some punches.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Sirakanian.
Lombardo is working Sirakanian over against the cage.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Sirakanian throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lombardo tries to work over Sirakanian's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo throws a head punch that misses.
Sirakanian throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Sirakanian misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Sirakanian's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sirakanian moves away.#CL#
Lombardo rushes Sirakanian and presses him up against the cage.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Sirakanian avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
Lombardo misses with an elbow over the top.
Sirakanian throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo lands an uppercut.
Sirakanian lands a hook that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Sirakanian controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Sirakanian goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sirakanian is defending well for now.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lombardo.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lombardo.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of Sirakanian's head.
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lombardo throws a punch but it's blocked by Sirakanian.
Sirakanian tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lombardo's elbow.
Sirakanian doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Sirakanian controls the action.
Lombardo presses Sirakanian against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Lombardo throws an elbow that misses.
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Sirakanian prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Sirakanian goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sirakanian working aggressively here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Lombardo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Sirakanian blocks it.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Sirakanian blocks it.
Lombardo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sirakanian backwards.
Sirakanian tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lombardo's elbow.
Lombardo avoiding damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Narek Sirakanian's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Sirakanian.
Lombardo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sirakanian throws out a counter right but Lombardo avoids it with no problem.
Sirakanian throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a nice body shot.
Sirakanian fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Good work by Lombardo as he checks the leg kick.
Sirakanian throws a chopping leg kick but Lombardo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A quick step to the side and Lombardo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sirakanian scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sirakanian looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sirakanian 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 Lombardo has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lombardo and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lombardo appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Sirakanian misses with a low kick as Lombardo jumps back.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sirakanian throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sirakanian avoids it.
Narek Sirakanian seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sirakanian throws a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a thumping low kick.
Nice defenses there by Sirakanian.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
Nice cross by Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Sirakanian throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Sirakanian throws a combination that misses
and Lombardo finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lombardo. Sirakanian shrugs it off though.
Lombardo lands a jab to the head.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Sirakanian's head but Sirakanian sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Sirakanian takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Sirakanian avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sirakanian throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sirakanian can do to turn this around?
The fighters circling - Sirakanian throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo misses the body punch
and Sirakanian counters with an outside leg kick.
Sirakanian misses with a double jab
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand. #T2#
A bone on bone clash there as Lombardo blocks the leg kick.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sirakanian.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sirakanian throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sirakanian's sensitive parts.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Sirakanian misses with a head kick.
Sirakanian is looking to chop away at Lombardo's legs.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sirakanian throws out a counter right but Lombardo avoids it with no problem.
Sirakanian ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sirakanian misses with a looping right.
Sirakanian misses the shot to the body.
Sirakanian throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Sirakanian blocks the body kick.
Lombardo lands a jab to the nose.#T3#
Lombardo tries to close the distance and clinch but Sirakanian swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nice uppercut lands for Sirakanian. That snapped Lombardo's head back.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sirakanian misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a slapping leg kick.
Sirakanian circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lombardo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Sirakanian manages to avoid it.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Sirakanian!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lombardo - that will leave a mark!
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Sirakanian.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian throws a leg kick but Lombardo moved away.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Sirakanian let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lombardo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Sirakanian throws a big counter head kick but Lombardo avoids it with no problem.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lombardo with a nice calf kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sirakanian scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lombardo walks into a stiff left hand from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sirakanian sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sirakanian chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lombardo can pounce on him.
Sirakanian on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian connects with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Sirakanian ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sirakanian lands a nice shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Narek Sirakanian's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Lombardo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sirakanian misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a left and a right that stings Sirakanian.
Sirakanian moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
Sirakanian scoring well with a low kick there.
That kick from Sirakanian tenderised Lombardo's leg. Lombardo is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lombardo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lombardo throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Sirakanian lands a leg kick that knocks Lombardo off balance momentarily.
Sirakanian stuns Lombardo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lombardo throws a combination that misses
and Sirakanian counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sirakanian scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and moves out of range.
Sirakanian avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Sirakanian misses with a body shot.
Lombardo tried to counter with a leg kick but Sirakanian avoided it.
Lombardo tries to bum rush Sirakanian with a series of wild strikes but Sirakanian uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nice defenses there by Sirakanian.#T1#
Sirakanian lands a body shot.
Lombardo throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Sirakanian misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Sirakanian moves out of range.
Lombardo blocks a leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from Lombardo. Those never looked like landing.
Sirakanian tries a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.
Sirakanian has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
An inside leg kick from Sirakanian misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Sirakanian does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sirakanian buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sirakanian throws a body shot but no joy.
Sirakanian slips a straight right by Lombardo.
Sirakanian is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lombardo with a body shot.
Lombardo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sirakanian.
Lombardo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T2#
Lombardo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A nice leg kick from Lombardo, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sirakanian throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo looks to land a combination but Sirakanian avoids it well.
Sirakanian changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice cross by Lombardo.
Sirakanian misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Sirakanian takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Sirakanian pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range and Sirakanian settles back down.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sirakanian fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sirakanian fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lombardo checks it well.
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sirakanian tried to score with a low kick but Lombardo checks it.#T3#
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sirakanian sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sirakanian slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo tries to land a front kick but Sirakanian steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sirakanian's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sirakanian misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sirakanian misses with a straight right.
Sirakanian thuds his right hand into Lombardo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Sirakanian.
A low kick lands for Sirakanian.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sirakanian was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Sirakanian misses with a low kick.
Sirakanian looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Lombardo throws a sloppy head kick and Sirakanian moves out of range easily.
Good leg kick by Sirakanian. #T4#
Sirakanian lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lombardo closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
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!
Sirakanian tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sirakanian chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lombardo can pounce on him.
Lombardo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lombardo rather than just go for the knockout.
Sirakanian steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Lombardo. That one must have hurt.
Sirakanian ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Sirakanian tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lombardo counters with a slapping leg kick.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Sirakanian.
Lombardo throws the kick towards the body but Sirakanian avoids it.
Sirakanian lands a lovely overhand right.
Sirakanian throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Narek Sirakanian just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Narek Sirakanian's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Sirakanian lands a really nice looking cross but Lombardo seems unphased.
Nice jab there from Lombardo.
Nice jab there from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Sirakanian ducks down to avoid it.
Sirakanian now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sirakanian swinging wildly here.
Lombardo misses with a hook. Sirakanian ducked under it nicely.
Sirakanian missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sirakanian looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Sirakanian has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lombardo.
Sirakanian misses with a wild body shot.
Sirakanian lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lombardo at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sirakanian blocks a head kick by Lombardo.
Sirakanian throws a counter combo.
Sirakanian on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lombardo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lombardo scores with a jab 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!
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
A low kick lands for Sirakanian.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Sirakanian tries a head kick but it misses.
Good work by Sirakanian as he checks the leg kick.
Sirakanian checks the leg kick.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Sirakanian ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body kick.
Lombardo lands with a straight right. Sirakanian didn't see that one coming.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sirakanian scoring well with a low kick there.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sirakanian moves away.
Lombardo tries to land a front kick but Sirakanian steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sirakanian connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL#
Lombardo clinches up with Sirakanian and pushes him back against the cage.#T2#
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sirakanian misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Sirakanian on the inside.
Lombardo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sirakanian can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Sirakanian controls his hands.
Sirakanian blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sirakanian misses with the head strike.
Lombardo works on Sirakanian's body with a couple of short punches.
Sirakanian lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lombardo or not.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Sirakanian avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lombardo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sirakanian tries to land knees in the clinch but Lombardo avoids the damage to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Lombardo.
Sirakanian is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sirakanian.
A shot in the inside from Lombardo. #T3#
Lombardo takes a shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sirakanian.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Sirakanian breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lombardo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sirakanian stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Sirakanian sees it coming and moves out of range.
Sirakanian takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lombardo throws a predictable looking body shot
and Sirakanian connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sirakanian.
Lombardo sizes up Sirakanian with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sirakanian lands with a straight right. Lombardo didn't see that one coming.
A nice combination there by Sirakanian.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A low kick from Sirakanian misses
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Lombardo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sirakanian. Sirakanian circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jab from Lombardo.#T4#
Lombardo throws the kick towards the body but Sirakanian avoids it.
Sirakanian moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A jab lands there for Lombardo.
Sirakanian fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sirakanian scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sirakanian swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Sirakanian.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Sirakanian misses with a body shot.
Sirakanian blocks a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sirakanian fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lombardo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lombardo is looking to land body kicks.
Sirakanian throws a body shot but no joy.
Sirakanian walks into a left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo had his way with Narek Sirakanian in that round.
The cut man is working on Narek Sirakanian's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Sirakanian saw that one coming.
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A bone on bone clash there as Lombardo blocks the leg kick.
Sirakanian lands with a nice body punch.
Sirakanian throws out a leg kick but Lombardo moves out of range and Sirakanian only half commits.
Sirakanian is looking to score with low kicks.
Lombardo throws a low kick but Sirakanian avoids it.
Lombardo scores with a jab. Sirakanian acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Sirakanian has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sirakanian throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
As Sirakanian tries to get set, Lombardo tries to push him back and clinch up but Sirakanian manages to avoid the attempt.
Lombardo throws a jab when Sirakanian was well out of range.
Lombardo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sirakanian has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sirakanian dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sirakanian lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lombardo lands a nice hook to Sirakanian's body. Sirakanian takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lombardo punishes Sirakanian's body with a nice straight punch.
A low kick from Sirakanian misses
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Sirakanian misses with a wild body shot.
Sirakanian avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo misses with a straight right.
Sirakanian steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws out a leg kick but Sirakanian moves out of range and Lombardo only half commits.
Lombardo jabs at Sirakanian's body.
Lombardo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sirakanian lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A low kick from Sirakanian is predictable there
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sirakanian misses the jab.
Lombardo walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sirakanian checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lombardo lands a glancing blow to the side of Sirakanian's head.
Lombardo digs a good hook to Sirakanian's body. #T2#
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sirakanian.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sirakanian. That's going to slow Lombardo down.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Sirakanian is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lombardo with a body shot.
Sirakanian misses with a low kick.
Lombardo throws a leg kick that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sirakanian tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian throws a leg kick but Lombardo checks it.
Sirakanian avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Sirakanian does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo is looking to land body kicks.
Lombardo drops his hands momentarily and Sirakanian takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sirakanian throws a nice looking combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Sirakanian misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo lands with a nice body punch. #T3#
Sirakanian fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lombardo.
Lombardo with a hook.
Lombardo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lombardo lunges at Sirakanian with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sirakanian's hand.
Lombardo is looking to chop away at Sirakanian's legs.
Sirakanian scores with the left hand. Lombardo knows he should have avoided that one.
Sirakanian keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A shot to the body from Sirakanian misses
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sirakanian! But no joy.
Sirakanian connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Lombardo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lombardo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sirakanian missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
An inside leg kick from Lombardo misses.
Sirakanian was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Sirakanian misses with a hook
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sirakanian throws a leg kick which misses Lombardo's front leg but catches the back leg as Lombardo tries to avoid it.
Sirakanian stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sirakanian.
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sirakanian just misses with a punch to the body.
Narek Sirakanian has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lombardo tries to move into range but Sirakanian moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lombardo checks a low kick from Sirakanian.
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
Santino Lombardo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice uppercut lands for Lombardo. That snapped Sirakanian's head back.
Sirakanian tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo throws a head kick but Sirakanian moves out of range.
Sirakanian appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sirakanian scores with a jab to the head.
Sirakanian looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Sirakanian moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick.
Lombardo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 50:45
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 49:46
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 49:46

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

Event: GAMMA#896 Papa v Newton
Date: May 29, 2021

#R1#
McCraken misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
McCraken lands a jab to the head.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
McCraken lands a glancing blow to the side of Lombardo's head.
Lombardo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McCraken, as that shot connected.
McCraken looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
McCraken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo thows a leg kick but McCraken checks it
and McCraken cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McCraken throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lombardo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McCraken lands a leg kick that knocks Lombardo off balance momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo cracks McCraken with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A shot to the liver by McCraken. Beautiful body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCraken. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Lombardo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McCraken takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from McCraken misses the target.
McCraken keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.#T1#
McCraken connects with a body shot that sends Lombardo's belly button to the back.
Lombardo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
McCraken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Good exchange - Lombardo coming out on top.
McCraken throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Decent striking displayed by McCraken there.
Lombardo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lombardo avoids a kick to the body.
McCraken throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McCraken throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but McCraken moved out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCraken! But no joy.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lombardo.
McCraken looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo scores with a spinning back kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCraken moves out of range of the strikes.
McCraken unleashes a big counter combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
McCraken scores with a leg kick.
Lombardo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCraken! But no joy.#T2#
McCraken loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Lombardo takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
That kick from McCraken tenderised Lombardo's leg. Lombardo is trying to keep his angry face on.
McCraken 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.
Lombardo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
McCraken darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McCraken slips under a jab from Lombardo.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCraken! But no joy.
McCraken moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Lombardo lands a jab to McCraken's midsection.
A slow jab from McCraken misses its intended target.
McCraken fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lombardo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lombardo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McCraken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCraken lands with a cross.
McCraken jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McCraken moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
McCraken doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
McCraken takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T3#
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lombardo misses with a hook. McCraken ducked under it nicely.
McCraken throws a head kick that misses.
McCraken looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
McCraken throws a body shot but no joy.
McCraken lands with a good body shot.
McCraken throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on McCraken's shoulder, as McCraken tries to avoid the shot.
McCraken throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McCraken lands a nice looking body kick.
McCraken misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo throws a low kick but McCraken avoids it.
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCraken sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McCraken was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but McCraken moved out of range.
Lombardo misses with a hook.
Lombardo throws a hook but McCraken blocks it.
McCraken lands a head shot.
McCraken thows a body kick. Lombardo tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T4#
McCraken looks for the body kick but Lombardo saw that one coming.
McCraken throws a body shot but no joy.
McCraken lands a jab-cross combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCraken waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
That kick from Lombardo tenderised McCraken's leg. McCraken is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lombardo swings for the body but McCraken moves out of range.
McCraken tries a quick counter leg kick but Lombardo is wise to it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
McCraken throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
McCraken fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A punch lands to the side of Lombardo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
McCraken fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
McCraken tried to score with a low kick but Lombardo checks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCraken lands a head kick. Lombardo smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A nice side step and McCraken releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lombardo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McCraken is out of range.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lombardo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dougal McCraken dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lombardo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McCraken throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCraken lands a leg kick that knocks Lombardo off balance momentarily.
McCraken cracks Lombardo with a right hand to the side of the head.
McCraken throws a chopping leg kick but Lombardo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A shot to the liver by Lombardo. Beautiful body shot.
McCraken thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo counters with a nice kick to the body.
Lombardo checks the leg kick nicely there.
A jab lands there for Lombardo.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McCraken 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 Lombardo has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lombardo and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo tries to land a front kick but McCraken steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lombardo motions for McCraken to come forward. Lombardo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McCraken is looking to chop away at Lombardo's legs.
Lombardo half committed to a counter leg kick.
McCraken moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
McCraken takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCraken scores with a sloppy right hand. Lombardo should have avoided that one. #T1#
Lombardo swings for the body but McCraken moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCraken! But no joy.
McCraken throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
Lombardo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
McCraken scores with a nice strike.
McCraken waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCraken. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dougal McCraken seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McCraken attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
McCraken moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
McCraken throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McCraken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
Lombardo backing away here, and McCraken unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
McCraken throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
McCraken misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
McCraken throws a sloppy body shot
and Lombardo counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
McCraken ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
McCraken takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
McCraken displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab. #T2#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 McCraken has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McCraken and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McCraken slips a straight right by Lombardo.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lombardo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCraken throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
McCraken moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lombardo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McCraken will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lombardo blocks the body kick.
McCraken throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCraken misses with a body shot.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
McCraken misses with an attempted mid kick.
It looked like Lombardo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lombardo with the inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
McCraken thumps Lombardo with a low kick.
Lombardo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McCraken connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lombardo scrambles back to his feet.
McCraken throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
McCraken 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.
McCraken takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McCraken slips under a jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
McCraken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCraken.
Lombardo throws a quick counter kick to the body but McCraken avoids it.
McCraken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by McCraken!
Dougal McCraken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little jabbing left from McCraken on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
A jab from McCraken misses.
Lombardo fires out a quick counter leg kick but McCraken just manages to avoid it.#T4#
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo delivers a nice body kick.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. McCraken moves away and avoids it.
McCraken fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
McCraken throws a body kick that misses
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McCraken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCraken slips a straight right by Lombardo.
McCraken scores with a kick to the body.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lombardo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McCraken throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lombardo.
McCraken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
McCraken lets loose with a powerful body kick. Lombardo will feel that in the morning.
McCraken checks a leg kick.
McCraken scores with a kick to the body.
Lombardo lands with a nice body punch.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
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 Santino Lombardo 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.#R3#
Lombardo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McCraken fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A slow jab from McCraken misses its intended target.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Lombardo pivots, looking for a leg kick but McCraken is out of range and Lombardo settles back down.
Lombardo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McCraken jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on McCraken's shoulder, as McCraken tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McCraken can pounce on him.
Lombardo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McCraken on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
McCraken bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lombardo's head backwards.
Lombardo throws a lazy right hand but McCraken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCraken buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
McCraken throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A big right from McCraken misses.
McCraken misses with a looping left.
Lombardo will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Lombardo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McCraken lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Lombardo lands a right hook to the body.
McCraken misses with a body shot.
McCraken steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Lombardo. That one must have hurt.
Lombardo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a low kick but it's checked well by McCraken.
Lombardo is looking to slow McCraken down with leg kicks.
McCraken misses with a looping right.
Lombardo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McCraken misses the jab.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCraken lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lombardo's sensitive parts.
A swing and a miss from McCraken.
Lombardo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McCraken lands a really nice looking cross but Lombardo seems unphased.
McCraken looks for the body kick but Lombardo saw that one coming.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the head.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but McCraken moved out of range.
A nice leg kick from Lombardo, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCraken throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
A good leg kick by McCraken.
Lombardo's jab looks to have found its range, popping McCraken under the eye.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McCraken.
Lombardo punishes McCraken's body with a nice straight punch.
McCraken misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Lombardo misses the target.
Lombardo misses with a body punch
and McCraken counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice body kick there by Lombardo.#T3#
McCraken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo slips a straight right by McCraken.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McCraken.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but McCraken is just out of range.
McCraken let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lombardo throws a head kick but McCraken moves out of range.
McCraken has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McCraken there as he acknowledges the shot.#CL#
Lombardo rushes McCraken and presses him up against the cage.
McCraken blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
McCraken misses with the head strike.
McCraken misses with a body punch.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as McCraken controls the action. #BC2#
McCraken breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lombardo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCraken misses with a head kick.
Lombardo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T4#
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McCraken.
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
McCraken lands with a kick to the ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCraken moves away.
McCraken throws a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.
Some bone on bone action there as McCraken checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCraken.
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
McCraken takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo moves out of range of the body kick.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but McCraken moved away.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCraken.
McCraken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
McCraken throws a solid leg kick but Lombardo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at McCraken.
Lombardo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
McCraken looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lombardo scores with a nice right hand.
McCraken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
McCraken thuds his shin into the meat of Lombardo's side.
McCraken throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
McCraken defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo with a hook.
Lombardo takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
McCraken ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McCraken lands a leg kick that knocks Lombardo off balance momentarily.
McCraken lands with a hook. Lombardo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
An inside leg kick from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo 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.
McCraken lands with a nice body punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but McCraken moved out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for McCraken. #T1#
McCraken keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
McCraken checks a leg kick.
McCraken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
A good leg kick by Lombardo.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
McCraken thuds a left hand into Lombardo's body.
Lombardo attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lombardo thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on McCraken if he has to take too many more of those.
McCraken lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. McCraken does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCraken misses with a looping left.
McCraken 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.
McCraken bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McCraken has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Lombardo moves into range and clinches up with McCraken.#T2#
McCraken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as McCraken controls his hands.
McCraken takes a shot to the head.
McCraken misses with a hook to the ribs.
A left hand lands to the body for Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a right hand.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCraken's elbow.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
McCraken lands a right hand.
Lombardo works on McCraken's body with a couple of short punches.
Lombardo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but McCraken avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from McCraken.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath McCraken's ribcage. McCraken let out a lung full of air as it connected.
McCraken is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
McCraken misses with the head strike.
McCraken misses with the head strike.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from McCraken.
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Lombardo lands with a right to the head.
McCraken blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
McCraken misses with a short punch on the inside.
McCraken misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but McCraken avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
McCraken misses with a knee strike.
A right hand to the body from Lombardo.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but McCraken avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
McCraken takes a shot to the head.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but McCraken avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
Lombardo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down McCraken.
Lombardo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McCraken backwards.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but McCraken avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
McCraken misses with a body punch. #T4#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Lombardo.
Santino Lombardo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lombardo lands a body shot in the clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Lombardo just misses with a elbow thrown towards McCraken's brow.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo lands a body shot in the clinch.
Lombardo lands with a right to the head.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from McCraken.
McCraken doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short uppercut from Lombardo.
A right hand to the body from Lombardo.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as McCraken controls his hands.
Lombardo presses McCraken against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as McCraken controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
A short body shot lands from Lombardo as the two fighters clinch.
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
McCraken blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo had his way with Dougal McCraken in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R5#
Good leg kick by Lombardo.
McCraken throws a body shot but no joy.
McCraken uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a sloppy body shot
and McCraken counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McCraken just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lombardo closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Lombardo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McCraken blocks a jab.
Lombardo with a nice cross.
McCraken misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo tries to land a leg kick but McCraken saw it coming and moves away.
Lombardo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
It appears Lombardo was looking to counter with a kick there.
Lombardo throws a low kick but McCraken avoids it.
McCraken throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
McCraken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
McCraken misses with a wild body shot.
McCraken scores with a spinning back kick!
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCraken.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
McCraken scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lombardo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lombardo swings for the body but McCraken moves out of range.
McCraken swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.#CL#
Lombardo instigates a clinch.
McCraken throws a head punch that misses.
A hook to the body from McCraken.
McCraken lands a nice shot to the body.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
Lombardo takes a shot to the head.
McCraken misses with some punches.
Lombardo is working McCraken over against the cage.#T2#
Lombardo blocks a body shot from McCraken.
Lombardo managing to block the knees to the body from McCraken.
McCraken lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCraken misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCraken can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
McCraken tries to throw a body punch but Lombardo avoids it by throwing McCraken back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by McCraken.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
McCraken throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo. #BC2#
McCraken manages to break the clinch.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from McCraken.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 McCraken has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McCraken and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McCraken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCraken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A solid body kick from McCraken. #T3#
Lombardo takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
McCraken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo punishes McCraken's body with a nice straight punch.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. McCraken moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McCraken on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Dougal McCraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McCraken throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lombardo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Lombardo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCraken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses
and McCraken counters with a straight right hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lombardo darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo misses with a body kick.#T4#
McCraken throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo checks a leg kick nicely.
Lombardo slips a straight right by McCraken.
A lazy body kick from McCraken
and Lombardo counters with a solid body kick.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McCraken takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
McCraken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
McCraken misses with a head kick.
McCraken ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McCraken dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McCraken misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McCraken is looking to slow Lombardo down with leg kicks.
Lombardo lands with a right hand.

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 Santino Lombardo.
I think Lombardo has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 49:46
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 49:46
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 49:46

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

Event: GAMMA#892 Horse v Kodjia
Date: May 01, 2021

#R1#
Magomaevaboff keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
We've been informed that Magomaevaboff 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.
Lombardo takes one to the side of the head.
Magomaevaboff slips a straight right by Lombardo.
Lombardo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Magomaevaboff with the inside leg kick.
Magomaevaboff throws a nice inside leg kick.
Magomaevaboff looks for a takedown but Lombardo sprawls well.
Magomaevaboff misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magomaevaboff attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Magomaevaboff misses the target.
Magomaevaboff uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Magomaevaboff manages to avoid it.
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Magomaevaboff swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Husein Magomaevaboff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Magomaevaboff moved away.
Lombardo gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Magomaevaboff counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lombardo thinking.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A solid leg kick lands there for Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff looks to land a body kick but Lombardo moved away.
Magomaevaboff moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magomaevaboff. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Magomaevaboff manages to avoid it.
A lazy left from Lombardo finds it's target.#T1#
Magomaevaboff with a jab.
Magomaevaboff takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Magomaevaboff connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Magomaevaboff let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Magomaevaboff, as that shot connected.
Magomaevaboff moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff slips a jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo wants to land a leg kick but Magomaevaboff is out of range.
Lombardo sets himself, and Magomaevaboff steps forward looking for the clinch! Lombardo avoids it this time.
Lombardo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Lombardo lands a right hook to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
Magomaevaboff takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
Magomaevaboff misses with a low kick.
Magomaevaboff with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T2#
Magomaevaboff scores with a body shot.
Magomaevaboff throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo defending well as Magomaevaboff loads up on a big left hand.
Magomaevaboff tries to close the distance and clinch but Lombardo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lombardo throws a front kick aimed at Magomaevaboff's knee but Magomaevaboff avoids it well.
Magomaevaboff digs a good body shot into Lombardo's ribs.
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
Magomaevaboff throws a poor cross that misses
and Magomaevaboff takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Magomaevaboff saw that one coming.
Magomaevaboff lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magomaevaboff.#CL2#
Magomaevaboff has managed to clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff misses with an elbow strike.
Lombardo tries to stall but Magomaevaboff uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Magomaevaboff misses with the head strike.
Magomaevaboff misses with the head strike.
Lombardo misses with an elbow over the top.#T3#
Magomaevaboff misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo lands a nice shot to the body.
Lombardo pushes Magomaevaboff back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff lands with a light punch inside.
Magomaevaboff lands a right hand.
Lombardo lands a body punch.
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Magomaevaboff misses with a body punch.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomaevaboff controls his hands.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Magomaevaboff controls the action.
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Magomaevaboff backwards.
Magomaevaboff tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomaevaboff misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Lombardo lands a body punch.
Magomaevaboff looks winded!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice body punch from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomaevaboff backwards.
Lombardo is working Magomaevaboff over against the cage.
Magomaevaboff takes a shot to the head. #T4#
Lombardo cracks Magomaevaboff with a nice body shot.
A shot in the inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Magomaevaboff controls the action.
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Magomaevaboff avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage. #BC#
Lombardo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lombardo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lombardo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Magomaevaboff looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lombardo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lombardo stuns Magomaevaboff with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Magomaevaboff walks forward, straight into a front kick from Lombardo.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff lands a lovely overhand right.
Magomaevaboff takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomaevaboff throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Magomaevaboff tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
A slapping body kick lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo blocks the body kick.
It looked like Lombardo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Lombardo scores with a push kick.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomaevaboff manages to avoid it.
Lombardo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Magomaevaboff scores with a jab to the jaw.
Magomaevaboff on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magomaevaboff swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Magomaevaboff 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.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magomaevaboff was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Magomaevaboff throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Magomaevaboff swinging wildly here.
Magomaevaboff buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Magomaevaboff throws a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick.
Magomaevaboff fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Magomaevaboff tries to land a body kick
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomaevaboff keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Magomaevaboff as he connects with a hook.
Lombardo misses with a low kick as Magomaevaboff jumps back.
Magomaevaboff was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A shot to the liver by Magomaevaboff. Beautiful body shot.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Magomaevaboff swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Decent striking displayed by Lombardo there.
Magomaevaboff uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Lombardo half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lombardo connects with the punch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo throws a lazy uppercut #CL2#
and Magomaevaboff counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Lombardo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T2#
Magomaevaboff thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo avoids the head kick by Magomaevaboff.
Both fighters circling a little - Magomaevaboff finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Magomaevaboff throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Lombardo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Magomaevaboff has time to react.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lombardo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Magomaevaboff tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Magomaevaboff throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lombardo blocks a head kick by Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff scores with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Magomaevaboff wants to slow Lombardo down by chopping away at his legs. #T3#
Good leg kick by Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lombardo with a nice calf kick.
Magomaevaboff stuns Lombardo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Magomaevaboff connects with a crisp jab.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff is looking to score with low kicks.
Magomaevaboff swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lombardo cracks Magomaevaboff with an open hand slap.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomaevaboff.
Nice jab there from Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomaevaboff cracks Lombardo with a good jab.
Magomaevaboff takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4#
Lombardo walks into a left hand.
Magomaevaboff chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Magomaevaboff is breathing heavily.
Magomaevaboff connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nice body kick there by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magomaevaboff sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo scores with a jab. Magomaevaboff acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Magomaevaboff looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Magomaevaboff misses the jab.
Magomaevaboff takes one on the button.
Lombardo scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo throws a sloppy head kick and Magomaevaboff moves out of range easily.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Magomaevaboff tries to counter with a clinch but Lombardo shakes him off and moves away.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Magomaevaboff uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Magomaevaboff slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Magomaevaboff takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Magomaevaboff tries to clinch but Lombardo is having none of it.
Magomaevaboff looks to land a body kick but Lombardo moved away.
Magomaevaboff has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lombardo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Magomaevaboff. Magomaevaboff circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Magomaevaboff moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body.
Magomaevaboff checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomaevaboff chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Magomaevaboff has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lombardo.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magomaevaboff scores with a jab.
Lombardo cracks a nice hook into Magomaevaboff's ribs.
Magomaevaboff takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magomaevaboff tries to close the distance and clinch but Lombardo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Lombardo misses the target.#T1#
Magomaevaboff moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lombardo. Lombardo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Magomaevaboff ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Magomaevaboff looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Magomaevaboff tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lombardo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Magomaevaboff misses with a low kick as Lombardo jumps back.
Lombardo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Magomaevaboff tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Magomaevaboff's leg. Magomaevaboff is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lombardo thuds his shin into the meat of Magomaevaboff's side.
Lombardo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Magomaevaboff tries to counter by closing the distance.
Magomaevaboff uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
Lombardo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Good shot there by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magomaevaboff sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Magomaevaboff gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomaevaboff cracks Lombardo with a nice body shot.#T2#
Magomaevaboff fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomaevaboff misses with a short punch on the inside.
Santino Lombardo has scored more points in the clinch so far.#TD2#
Magomaevaboff pulls guard successfully.
Magomaevaboff can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lombardo controls the pace.
Magomaevaboff wants to sweep but no luck.
Lombardo postures up. #SUB2#
Lombardo avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lombardo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomaevaboff swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Magomaevaboff working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lombardo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lombardo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lombardo looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Magomaevaboff had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lombardo defends it easily.
Lombardo showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Magomaevaboff is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lombardo defends well.#SUB2#
Magomaevaboff working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lombardo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lombardo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #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.#SUB2#
Lombardo avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lombardo looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Magomaevaboff has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lombardo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lombardo controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Magomaevaboff throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Magomaevaboff misses with a looping left.
As Magomaevaboff backs away, Lombardo returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo tries to land a front kick but Magomaevaboff steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Magomaevaboff dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lombardo. That did some damage!
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff blocks a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
Lombardo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Magomaevaboff looks to land a body kick but Lombardo moved away.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Magomaevaboff.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lombardo checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
As Magomaevaboff backs away, Lombardo returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Magomaevaboff throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magomaevaboff's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Magomaevaboff fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lombardo throws out a powerful jab.
Magomaevaboff throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Magomaevaboff paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL2#
Magomaevaboff closes the distance and clinches.
Magomaevaboff pushes Lombardo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomaevaboff throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
Magomaevaboff tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Still in the clinch, Lombardo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomaevaboff blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
A short left from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a right hand.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Magomaevaboff avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Magomaevaboff blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Magomaevaboff misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Magomaevaboff blocks it.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
A short left from Lombardo. #T2#
Lombardo pushes Magomaevaboff back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomaevaboff lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Magomaevaboff digs a right hand into Lombardo's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lombardo's gas tank.
Magomaevaboff tries to pull guard but Lombardo forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Magomaevaboff throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
Magomaevaboff taking a breather.
Magomaevaboff drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lombardo gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Magomaevaboff tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo lands an uppercut.#BC#
Lombardo manages to break the clinch.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo walks into a jab.
Magomaevaboff avoids the body shot from Lombardo. #T3#
Magomaevaboff is looking to land body kicks.
Magomaevaboff lands with a hook. Lombardo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Magomaevaboff takes a kick to the side of the head.
Lombardo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo scores with a nice head shot.
Magomaevaboff's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lombardo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Magomaevaboff scrambles back to his feet.
Magomaevaboff keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff throws a solid leg kick but Lombardo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice body kick.
Magomaevaboff ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magomaevaboff moves away.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Magomaevaboff defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Magomaevaboff uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff throws a leg kick which misses Lombardo's front leg but catches the back leg as Lombardo tries to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Magomaevaboff's shoulder, as Magomaevaboff tries to avoid the shot. #T4#
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Magomaevaboff scores with a decent looking hook.
Magomaevaboff scoring well with a low kick there.
Magomaevaboff 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.
Lombardo throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Magomaevaboff slips under a jab.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Magomaevaboff's head but Magomaevaboff sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A slow jab from Magomaevaboff misses its intended target.
As Magomaevaboff backs away, Lombardo returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Magomaevaboff lands an overhand right.
Magomaevaboff throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lombardo throws a hook but Magomaevaboff blocks it.
Lombardo is looking to chop away at Magomaevaboff's legs.
Magomaevaboff scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magomaevaboff shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Magomaevaboff. That did some damage!
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lombardo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A slow jab from Magomaevaboff misses its intended target.
A low kick lands for Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff lands an overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomaevaboff throws a leg kick which misses Lombardo's front leg but catches the back leg as Lombardo tries to avoid it.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff lands a really nice looking cross but Lombardo seems unphased.
Magomaevaboff tries to clinch but Lombardo is having none of it.
Lombardo throws a big counter combination but Magomaevaboff scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Lombardo delivers a nice body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Magomaevaboff.#T1#
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lombardo misses with a low kick as Magomaevaboff jumps back.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomaevaboff manages to avoid it.
Magomaevaboff misses the jab.
Lombardo fires out a quick counter leg kick but Magomaevaboff just manages to avoid it.
Magomaevaboff throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magomaevaboff misses the body punch
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Magomaevaboff connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Magomaevaboff scoring well with a low kick there.
Magomaevaboff throws a front kick aimed at Lombardo's knee but Lombardo avoids it well.
Magomaevaboff misses the jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Magomaevaboff. That snapped Lombardo's head back.
Magomaevaboff with a jab.
Lombardo looks to throw the jab but Magomaevaboff is out of range.
Magomaevaboff steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Lombardo.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Magomaevaboff saw that one coming. #T2#
Magomaevaboff throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Lombardo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magomaevaboff tries to clinch there but Lombardo circles away.
Jab, jab by Lombardo - just one landing.
Magomaevaboff looks to land a body kick but Lombardo moved away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomaevaboff shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Husein Magomaevaboff has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magomaevaboff staying out of range there.
Magomaevaboff feints a counter leg kick.
Magomaevaboff wants to land a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo moves out of range as Magomaevaboff strikes.
Lombardo is looking to slow Magomaevaboff down with leg kicks.
Magomaevaboff throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo lands a nice looking kick to the body. Magomaevaboff takes a step back to recover.
Magomaevaboff throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo thumps Magomaevaboff with a low kick.
Lombardo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lombardo steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Magomaevaboff. That one must have hurt.
Magomaevaboff is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo. #T3#
Magomaevaboff pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little feinted left hand from Lombardo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magomaevaboff throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lombardo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Magomaevaboff is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo scores with a jab. Magomaevaboff acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Magomaevaboff takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Magomaevaboff needs to keep his hands up - Lombardo had a free shot at his head there.
Lombardo with a jab.
Magomaevaboff throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Magomaevaboff takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Magomaevaboff doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Magomaevaboff just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo scores with a decent looking hook.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magomaevaboff was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
A little jabbing left from Magomaevaboff on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Magomaevaboff is looking to chop away at Lombardo's legs.
Magomaevaboff throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomaevaboff throws a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.
Magomaevaboff tries to work over Lombardo's front leg with a kick but Lombardo checks it.
Magomaevaboff with a nice calf kick.
Lombardo lands with a shot to the body.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magomaevaboff throws out the jab.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Magomaevaboff off balance momentarily.
Magomaevaboff throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Magomaevaboff swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Santino Lombardo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Magomaevaboff takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Magomaevaboff's leg. Magomaevaboff is trying to keep his angry face on.
Magomaevaboff throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Magomaevaboff's knee momentarily.
Magomaevaboff tries to clinch there but Lombardo circles away.
Lombardo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff misses with a leg kick.
Lombardo defending well as Magomaevaboff loads up on a big left hand.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 50:45
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 50:46
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 50:45

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

Event: GAMMA#887 Lombardo v Poli
Date: Mar 27, 2021

#R1#
Lombardo is looking to chop away at Poli's legs.
Poli throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lombardo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Poli looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL#
Lombardo forces Poli back against the cage and clinches.
Lombardo missing with knees to the body.
Poli working some nice short punches in the clinch.#CUT2#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Poli lands with a right to the head.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo is leaning against Poli and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Poli tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo pushes Poli back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo misses with some punches. #BC2#
Poli breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've been informed that Poli 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.
Poli throws a body kick that misses.
A big left from Poli misses.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Poli throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Poli throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Poli misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a nice body kick.
Poli ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.#T1#
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Lombardo throws a head kick that Poli semi-blocks.
Jab from Lombardo.
Poli walks into a jab.
Poli throws a body shot but no joy.
Poli throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo thinks about countering with a body kick.
The crowd cheers as Lombardo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Poli doesn't seem phased though.
Poli moves out of range of the leg kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Poli blocks a low kick nicely.
Poli connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Poli avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Poli.
Lombardo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Poli lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lombardo circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Poli checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Poli ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Poli.
Poli avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Poli misses with a straight left.
Lombardo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Poli misses with a body kick.
Lombardo appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Poli scores with a punch to the head.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Poli pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Poli takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Poli lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lombardo's sensitive parts.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.#T3#
Poli moves out of range of the body kick.
Poli throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Poli takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A nice leg kick from Lombardo, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo lands a jab.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo fires out a quick counter leg kick but Poli just manages to avoid it.
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Poli sees coming a mile off.
Poli cracks Lombardo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Poli lands with a nice body punch.
Poli uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
Poli lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Poli.
Lombardo throws a low kick but Poli avoids it.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Poli.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice leg kick lands there from Poli.
A big left from Lombardo misses. #T4#
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Poli.
Lombardo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body.
Lombardo wants to land a leg kick but Poli is out of range.
Poli explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Poli was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Poli misses with a body shot.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
Poli is looking to slow Lombardo down with leg kicks.
Lombardo throws the kick towards the body but Poli avoids it.
Poli throws a sloppy head kick and Lombardo moves out of range easily.
Poli lands a right hook to the body.
Poli buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Poli has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Poli feints and then cracks Lombardo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lombardo down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roli Poli dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Poli slips under a jab.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Poli throws a body shot but no joy.
Poli checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lombardo 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.
Poli keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
Poli throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Poli throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Poli.
Lombardo blocks the body kick.
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body
and Poli counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lombardo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Poli to score with a decent uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Poli works Lombardo's body with a nice hook.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A low kick lands for Poli.
Lombardo blocks a jab.#T1#
Poli throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Poli takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Good leg kick by Poli.
A low kick lands for Poli.
Lombardo connects with a single shot there.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut
and Poli counters with a nice uppercut.
Poli waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Poli punishes Lombardo's body with a nice straight punch.
Lombardo swings for the body but Poli moves out of range.
It seemed like Poli was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lombardo walks into a left hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Poli misses with a looping right.
Lombardo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Poli lands with a nice body punch.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T2#
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Poli ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lombardo tries to move into range but Poli moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body.
Poli ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
As Lombardo backs off Poli throws a huge counter combo but Lombardo manages to avoid it all.
Lombardo connects with the punch.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Roli Poli seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Poli lands a nice shot to the body.
Lombardo wants to land a leg kick but Poli is out of range.
Lombardo is looking to chop away at Poli's legs.
Poli throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Roli Poli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Poli misses with a hook.
Poli throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Lombardo throws out a leg kick but Poli moves out of range and Lombardo only half commits.
Poli tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T3#
Poli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Poli scores with a spinning back kick!
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Poli.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Poli sees it coming and moves out of range. #CL#
Lombardo moves into the clinch.
Poli misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Poli lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Poli throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Poli blocks it.
Poli blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Poli as the two fighters clinch.
Poli can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
Poli blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Poli working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Poli.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Poli creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Poli prevents a body shot from Lombardo. #T4#
Poli misses with some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short left from Poli.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Poli manages to break the clinch.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Poli.
Lombardo is looking to counter with a body kick.
A slow jab from Poli misses its intended target.
Poli throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick.
Poli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Poli throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
Poli misses with a left hand
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo backing away here, and Poli unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Poli is looking to score with low kicks.
Poli moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roli Poli showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Poli bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Good leg kick by Poli.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
A big left from Poli misses.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Poli uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Poli sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lombardo lands a jab.
Poli throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lombardo throws a head kick but Poli moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poli lands a two punch combo.
Poli takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Decent striking displayed by Poli there.
Lombardo lands a nice shot that snaps Poli's head back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Poli moved away.#T1#
Poli throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Poli lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Poli thumps Lombardo with a low kick.
Poli pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Poli misses with a looping right.
Lombardo throws a low kick but Poli avoids it.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Poli moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a head kick but Poli moves out of range.
Poli misses the shot to the body.
A leg kick checked by Poli.
Lombardo motions for Poli to come forward. Lombardo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Poli misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body
enabling Poli to counter with a crisp jab.
Poli lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Poli throws a nice inside leg kick. #T2#
Poli lands a nice looking body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Poli pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Poli tries to keep at a distance but Lombardo has taken the fight into the clinch.
A short right from Lombardo.
Poli has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
A shot in the inside from Poli.
Poli working aggressively here.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Poli.
Poli tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Poli blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Poli swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Poli.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Poli.
Poli misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Poli blocks it.
Poli misses with a hook from the clinch.
Poli blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Lombardo.
Poli digs a right hand into Lombardo's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lombardo's gas tank.
Poli lands a left hand.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A frustrated look appears on Poli's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Poli makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Poli throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Poli lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Poli misses with the head strike.
A shot in the inside from Poli.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Poli.
Poli throws a head punch that misses.
Poli scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Poli has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Poli lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Lombardo.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Poli's elbow.
A frustrated look appears on Poli's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Poli scores with a shot to the side of Lombardo's head.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Poli.
Poli lands a nice uppercut.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Poli's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Poli misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Poli as the two fighters clinch.
Poli working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Poli.
Lombardo lands with a right to the head.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Poli escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roli Poli really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Poli attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Poli throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Poli ducks right into an uppercut from Lombardo.
Poli misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Poli thows a left - swing and a miss!
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Poli manages to avoid it.
Poli turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Poli uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poli misses with a hook.
Lombardo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Poli.
Poli keeps Lombardo at a distance using the push kick.
Poli connects with a nice looking jab. #T1#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Lombardo.
Lombardo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Poli.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Poli manages to circle out of the way.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Poli is looking to chop away at Lombardo's legs.
Poli throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Poli throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Poli is looking to slow Lombardo down with leg kicks.
Poli looks for the body kick but Lombardo saw that one coming.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Poli.
Poli swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Poli scores with a jab.
Poli swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Lombardo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
Lombardo has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land.
Poli has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land. #BC2#
Poli breaks the clinch.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo digs a good hook to Poli's body.
Poli misses with a two punch combination.
Poli checks a low kick from Lombardo.
It seemed like Poli was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Poli misses the shot to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Poli lands with a hook. Lombardo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Good work by Poli as he checks the leg kick.
Poli thuds a left hand into Lombardo's body.#T3#
Poli checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Poli slips under a jab from Lombardo.
Despite the aggression on Poli's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Poli, as that shot connected.
That kick from Poli tenderised Lombardo's leg. Lombardo is trying to keep his angry face on.
Poli slips a jab from Lombardo.
The fighters circling - Poli throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Poli misses with a left hand
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Poli just misses with a punch to the body.
Good leg kick by Lombardo. #CL#
Lombardo pushes Poli up against the cage in a clinch.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Poli controls the action.
Poli blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Poli tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
A frustrated look appears on Poli's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Roli Poli seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Poli working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T4#
Poli pushes Lombardo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Poli manages to break the clinch.
Poli with a nice calf kick.
Poli misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
Poli lands a slapping body shot.
Poli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lombardo checks a low kick from Poli.
Lombardo looks to throw the jab but Poli is out of range.
Lombardo walks into a straight right hand from Poli.
Poli scores with a nice strike.
Lombardo lands a jab to Poli's midsection.
Lombardo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Poli.
Poli swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Poli sizes up Lombardo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Poli.
Poli throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo lands a nice looking kick to the body. Poli takes a step back to recover.
Poli keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Poli.
A nice leg kick lands there from Poli.
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Poli throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Poli moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poli misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Lombardo 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 looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Poli does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Poli sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Poli feints a counter leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Poli. #T1#
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Poli getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lombardo throws a lazy head kick
and Poli counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lombardo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Poli slips a straight right by Lombardo.
Lombardo swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Poli dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lombardo. That did some damage!
Poli connects with the punch.
Poli throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Poli throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Poli moves into range and connects with a jab.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but Poli moved out of range.
Lombardo wants to clinch but Poli slips to the side
and Lombardo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Poli uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.#T2#
Poli chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lombardo can pounce on him.
Santino Lombardo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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!
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Poli throws out the jab.
Poli throws out a leg kick but Lombardo moves out of range and Poli only half commits.
Poli works Lombardo's body with a nice hook.
Poli throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Poli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Roli Poli is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A big right from Poli misses.
Poli missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo jabs Poli right on the nose. Poli blinks but takes it well.
Poli closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Poli uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lombardo has time to react.
Lombardo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Poli on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down. #T3#
Poli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Poli.
Lombardo scores with a nice right hand.
Poli scores with a body shot.
Poli scores with a hook to the body. Lombardo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lombardo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Poli throws an off balance right hand
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Poli swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Poli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice uppercut there from Lombardo.#CUT#It looks like Roli Poli has been cut.
A solid body kick from Poli.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Poli uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Poli ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Poli tries a quick counter leg kick but Lombardo is wise to it.
Poli looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo moves out of range as Poli strikes.#T4#
Poli moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Poli has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Poli ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo defending well as Poli loads up on a big left hand.
Poli throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Poli.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Poli throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Poli lunges at Lombardo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lombardo's hand.
Lombardo throws a leg kick
and Poli counters with a straight right hand.
Poli throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Lombardo misses its target.
Poli misses with a straight right.
Poli is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a right hand that misses
and Poli counters with a straight right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Roli Poli comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Poli 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 46:50
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 46:49
Judge William Gold scores the fight 46:50

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

Event: GAMMA#884 Banner v Priester
Date: Mar 06, 2021

#R1#
Magomaevaboff throws a half hearted mid kick.
Magomaevaboff takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Lombardo scores with a body shot.
Magomaevaboff defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Decent striking displayed by Lombardo there.
Magomaevaboff bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A low kick from Magomaevaboff misses
and Lombardo counters with a nice body kick.
Magomaevaboff swinging wildly here.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Magomaevaboff finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo scores with a punch to the head.
Magomaevaboff misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magomaevaboff bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magomaevaboff changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magomaevaboff waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Santino Lombardo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo connects with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff misses with a body kick.
Magomaevaboff on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lombardo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Magomaevaboff off balance momentarily.
Magomaevaboff misses with an uppercut.
Magomaevaboff walks forward, straight into a front kick from Lombardo.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomaevaboff manages to avoid it.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Magomaevaboff's shoulder, as Magomaevaboff tries to avoid the shot.
Magomaevaboff misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff throws a lazy uppercut
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomaevaboff slips under a jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Magomaevaboff.
Nice defenses there by Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Magomaevaboff doesn't seem bothered though.
Lombardo tests Magomaevaboff's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magomaevaboff. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lombardo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Magomaevaboff.#T3#
Magomaevaboff moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff lands with a good body shot.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Magomaevaboff throws a leg kick which misses Lombardo's front leg but catches the back leg as Lombardo tries to avoid it.
A low kick lands for Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
Magomaevaboff tries to score with a low kick but Lombardo moves his leg out of the way.
Magomaevaboff displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
Lombardo throws a jab when Magomaevaboff was well out of range.#T4#
Lombardo misses with a left hand
and Lombardo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo lands with a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomaevaboff misses with a body shot.
Magomaevaboff fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lombardo checks it well.
Magomaevaboff lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
Magomaevaboff appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Lombardo tries to work over Magomaevaboff's front leg with a kick but Magomaevaboff checks it.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Magomaevaboff off balance momentarily.#CL2#
Magomaevaboff pushes Lombardo up against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Magomaevaboff fails to land.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo lands with a left to the head.
Magomaevaboff tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lombardo's elbow.
Lombardo prevents the takedown attempt.
Magomaevaboff on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magomaevaboff throws out the jab.
Magomaevaboff moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
Magomaevaboff will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magomaevaboff misses with a hook.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomaevaboff manages to avoid it.
Magomaevaboff tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Magomaevaboff sees coming a mile off.
Magomaevaboff steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Magomaevaboff with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lombardo lands a nice hook to Magomaevaboff's body. Magomaevaboff takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magomaevaboff.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomaevaboff walks into a stiff left hand from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomaevaboff misses with a leg kick
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Magomaevaboff avoids the punch easily.
Magomaevaboff staying out of range there.#T1#
Lombardo scores with a jab.
Lombardo clobbers Magomaevaboff with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Magomaevaboff blocks the body kick.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Magomaevaboff is just out of range.
Lombardo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lombardo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lombardo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Magomaevaboff attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo cracks Magomaevaboff with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Magomaevaboff 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.
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magomaevaboff misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a good low kick that Magomaevaboff was not able to check.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Magomaevaboff takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A solid body kick from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT2#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Magomaevaboff's coach down at Chakuriki LA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Magomaevaboff's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Magomaevaboff throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magomaevaboff 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.
Magomaevaboff misses with a looping right.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Magomaevaboff uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Magomaevaboff with a nice calf kick.#T3#
Lombardo throws a push kick but Magomaevaboff slaps the foot to one side.
Magomaevaboff misses with a body kick.
Lombardo looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body kick.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Magomaevaboff sees it coming and moves out of range.
Magomaevaboff moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Lombardo jabs Magomaevaboff right on the nose. Magomaevaboff blinks but takes it well.
Magomaevaboff throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Magomaevaboff takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomaevaboff can do to turn this around?
Lombardo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T4#
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body.
It seemed like Magomaevaboff was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Magomaevaboff blocks the body kick.
Magomaevaboff throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lombardo misses with the body kick
and Magomaevaboff counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomaevaboff throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lombardo scores with a nice body kick.
Magomaevaboff takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lombardo cracks Magomaevaboff with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lombardo lands with a nice body kick.
Lombardo walks forward, straight into a front kick from Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A leg kick checked by Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lombardo throws a leg kick which misses Magomaevaboff's front leg but catches the back leg as Magomaevaboff tries to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
That's time! Lombardo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Magomaevaboff throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Good shot there by Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Magomaevaboff feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lombardos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Magomaevaboff shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lombardo as he jumps to the side.
Magomaevaboff sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Magomaevaboff gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Magomaevaboff has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lombardo.
Lombardo lets loose with a powerful body kick. Magomaevaboff will feel that in the morning.
Lombardo shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magomaevaboff swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lombardo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Magomaevaboff's knee momentarily.#T1#
Magomaevaboff tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lombardo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lombardo tests Magomaevaboff's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff connects with a looping right hand.
Lombardo misses with a low kick as Magomaevaboff jumps back.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a front kick that sends Magomaevaboff stumbling back into the cage.
Magomaevaboff walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
Magomaevaboff throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Magomaevaboff lands with a good body shot.
Magomaevaboff on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
Lombardo's corner calls for a 1-2. Lombardo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd cheers as Lombardo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Magomaevaboff doesn't seem phased though.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Magomaevaboff with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lombardo to score with a decent uppercut.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Magomaevaboff's sensitive parts.
Magomaevaboff shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T3#
Magomaevaboff swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice shot lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Magomaevaboff moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lombardo lands with a shot to the body.
Magomaevaboff uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff connects with an inside leg kick.
A jab from Magomaevaboff misses.
Magomaevaboff blocks a leg kick.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Magomaevaboff.
Magomaevaboff has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lombardo finds it's way round the side to connect with Magomaevaboff's head.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T4#
Magomaevaboff fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lombardo checks it well.
Magomaevaboff feints and then cracks Lombardo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lombardo down.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomaevaboff misses with a hook.
Nice cross by Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Magomaevaboff doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
Lombardo connects with a body shot that sends Magomaevaboff's belly button to the back.
Magomaevaboff throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo lands with a nice body punch.
Magomaevaboff connects with a nice looking jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Magomaevaboff is looking to clinch but Lombardo is avoiding it.
Lombardo jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Lombardo throws a series of punches but Magomaevaboff moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magomaevaboff! But no joy.
Lombardo scores with a jab. Magomaevaboff acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Magomaevaboff steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Magomaevaboff checks a leg kick nicely.
Magomaevaboff has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A low kick from Magomaevaboff misses
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo connects with a body shot that sends Magomaevaboff's belly button to the back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff throws a body kick that misses
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
Magomaevaboff jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #T1#
Lombardo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Magomaevaboff lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Magomaevaboff moves out of range of the body kick.
Lombardo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Magomaevaboff.
Good exchange - Lombardo coming out on top.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lombardo - that will leave a mark!
Lombardo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Magomaevaboff takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Magomaevaboff cracks Lombardo with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T2#
Magomaevaboff throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomaevaboff misses with a low kick.
Lombardo tried to counter with a leg kick but Magomaevaboff avoided it.
Lombardo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Magomaevaboff on the side of the head.
Magomaevaboff goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lombardo throws a chopping leg kick but Magomaevaboff manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body shot.
Magomaevaboff uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Magomaevaboff misses with a kick to the body.
Lombardo scoring well with a low kick there.
Magomaevaboff misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo lands the left hand.#T3#
Lombardo slips a jab from Magomaevaboff.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Magomaevaboff looks for the body kick but Lombardo saw that one coming.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Magomaevaboff. That did some damage!
Magomaevaboff swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Magomaevaboff saw that one coming.
Magomaevaboff moves forwards but Lombardo connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Magomaevaboff takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Magomaevaboff moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Magomaevaboff misses
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big right from Magomaevaboff misses. #T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Magomaevaboff takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff tests Lombardo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lombardo lands a right hook to the body.
Magomaevaboff just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo takes a swing at Magomaevaboff's ribcage but misses.
Magomaevaboff is trying to counter with his kicks.
Lombardo lands a glancing blow to the side of Magomaevaboff's head.
Magomaevaboff throws a lazy body kick
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo had his way with Husein Magomaevaboff in that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Magomaevaboff throws a body kick that misses
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lombardo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Magomaevaboff moves away and avoids it.
A low kick lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Magomaevaboff moved away.
Lombardo scores with a body shot.
Lombardo lets loose with a powerful body kick. Magomaevaboff will feel that in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomaevaboff throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Magomaevaboff pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Magomaevaboff moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick. #T1#
Lombardo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magomaevaboff throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magomaevaboff misses with a low kick.
Lombardo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice shot by Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magomaevaboff misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Nice straight punches there by Lombardo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lombardo.
Lombardo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Magomaevaboff is out of range.
Magomaevaboff looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Magomaevaboff ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Lombardo connects with a single shot there.
Magomaevaboff takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Magomaevaboff stuns Lombardo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Magomaevaboff takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomaevaboff throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magomaevaboff.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Magomaevaboff crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Lombardo - the referee stops the clock and Magomaevaboff gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Lombardo. Magomaevaboff manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Lombardo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Magomaevaboff's hands.
Magomaevaboff walks into a straight right hand from Lombardo.
Magomaevaboff with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A thudding body kick lands there by Lombardo! #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Magomaevaboff does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Magomaevaboff's shoulder, as Magomaevaboff tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo lands with a cross.
Magomaevaboff scores with a nice right hand.
Lombardo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Husein Magomaevaboff has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magomaevaboff looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Magomaevaboff thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
The fighters circling - Magomaevaboff throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T4#
Lombardo lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Magomaevaboff chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lombardo can pounce on 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!
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo cracks Magomaevaboff with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Magomaevaboff avoids a kick to the body.
Magomaevaboff is looking to land body kicks.
Santino Lombardo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Magomaevaboff throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lombardo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a jab to Magomaevaboff's midsection.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Magomaevaboff swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick.
Lombardo throws a low kick but Magomaevaboff avoids it.
As Lombardo backs off Magomaevaboff throws a huge counter combo but Lombardo manages to avoid it all.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Santino Lombardo!
Santino Lombardo retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Santino Lombardo 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: GAMMA#881 Horse v Hiro
Date: Feb 13, 2021

#R1#
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Lombardo dips to his left and cracks Sirakanian with an uppercut!
Sirakanian avoids a kick to the body.
Sirakanian tries a quick counter leg kick but Lombardo is wise to it.
Sirakanian throws a low kick but Lombardo moves out of range easily.
Sirakanian needs to keep his hands up - Lombardo had a free shot at his head there.
Sirakanian ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sirakanian.
A little feinted left hand from Lombardo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Sirakanian throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
We've been informed that Sirakanian 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.
Sirakanian scores with a jab to the body.
Sirakanian throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sirakanian was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Sirakanian takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sirakanian throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sirakanian on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Sirakanian gets tackled into the cage by Lombardo. Lombardo maintains the clinch.
Lombardo misses with a body punch. #T1#
Sirakanian stalling against the cage.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Sirakanian.
A short uppercut from Lombardo.
Sirakanian lands a right hand.
Lombardo lands a hook that snaps the head of Sirakanian backwards. #CUT#It looks like Narek Sirakanian has been cut.
Sirakanian lands a hook that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards. #CUT2#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Sirakanian lands a hook that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Sirakanian tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lombardo avoids it.
Sirakanian blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Sirakanian struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands.
Sirakanian lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lombardo lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sirakanian or not.
Sirakanian throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sirakanian misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Sirakanian.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sirakanian throws a head punch that misses.
Sirakanian misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Sirakanian avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage. #T2#
Sirakanian lands with a right to the head.
Sirakanian doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
Lombardo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sirakanian swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sirakanian working aggressively here.
Lombardo lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sirakanian blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo avoids a wild elbow strike from Sirakanian.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sirakanian's elbow.
Sirakanian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sirakanian working aggressively here.
Lombardo lands a shot to the body.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Sirakanian controls the action.
Sirakanian working aggressively here.
Lombardo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sirakanian has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sirakanian misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sirakanian backwards.
Sirakanian working aggressively here.
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Sirakanian has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
A body shot lands from Sirakanian.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sirakanian lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sirakanian swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Sirakanian blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sirakanian lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sirakanian throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Sirakanian.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Sirakanian misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sirakanian throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo. #T4#
Sirakanian swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sirakanian lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Sirakanian controls the action.
Sirakanian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sirakanian.
Sirakanian blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
A short left from Lombardo.
Sirakanian misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Lombardo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sirakanian backwards.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Lombardo crunches a lovely knee into Sirakanian's ribcage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Sirakanian controls his hands.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sirakanian misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Sirakanian's ribcage. Sirakanian let out a lung full of air as it connected.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Lombardo scores with a head kick. Sirakanian tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Lombardo scores with a jab.
Lombardo blocks a leg kick.
Sirakanian punishes Lombardo's body with a nice straight punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sirakanian.
Lombardo moves out of range of the leg kick from Sirakanian.
Lombardo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sirakanian throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
Sirakanian doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Sirakanian throws a right hand that Lombardo ducks under and follows up with a left that Lombardo also avoids with ease.
Sirakanian misses with a low kick.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Sirakanian manages to avoid it.
Lombardo throws a head kick but Sirakanian moves out of range.
It seemed like Sirakanian was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sirakanian scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lombardo doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sirakanian takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sirakanian throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sirakanian tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Sirakanian just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Lombardo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sirakanian rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A leg kick checked by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Sirakanian moves out of range.
Sirakanian thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sirakanian checks a leg kick.
Sirakanian throws a leg kick that misses.
As Sirakanian backs away, Lombardo returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Sirakanian takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CL#
Sirakanian gets tackled into the cage by Lombardo. Lombardo maintains the clinch.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Sirakanian has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Sirakanian lands with a right to the head.
Sirakanian misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Sirakanian lands with a light punch inside.
Lombardo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sirakanian backwards.
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!
Sirakanian tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2##BC2#
Sirakanian breaks the clinch.
Lombardo is looking to clinch but Sirakanian is avoiding it.
Sirakanian displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
Sirakanian takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sirakanian misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Sirakanian misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Sirakanian throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
A leg kick checked by Lombardo.
Lombardo looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo moves into range and connects with a jab.
Lombardo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sirakanian throws a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Sirakanian manages to avoid it.
Sirakanian tried to score with a low kick but Lombardo checks it.
Lombardo fires out a quick counter leg kick but Sirakanian just manages to avoid it.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but Sirakanian moved out of range.#T3#
Sirakanian scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Lombardo darts in and clinches Sirakanian up against the cage.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sirakanian.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Sirakanian lands a left hand.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sirakanian backwards.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sirakanian fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Lombardo swings wildly with an uppercut but Sirakanian uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sirakanian swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sirakanian backwards.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Sirakanian blocks a body shot from Lombardo. #T4#
Lombardo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo tries a body shot but Sirakanian blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lombardo.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Sirakanian misses with a short punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Lombardo.
Sirakanian blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sirakanian or not.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Sirakanian fails to land.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Lombardo.
Lombardo tries to work over Sirakanian's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Sirakanian on the inside.
Santino Lombardo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lombardo lands a shot to the body.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sirakanian can do to turn this around?
A short right from Lombardo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo throws an elbow but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Sirakanian throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lombardo displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Lombardo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sirakanian.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lombardo walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sirakanian checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sirakanian.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Sirakanian scores with the left hand. Lombardo knows he should have avoided that one.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lombardo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sirakanian throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body kick.#T1#
Sirakanian throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sirakanian connects with an inside leg kick.
Sirakanian misses with a wild body shot.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Sirakanian throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sirakanian ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Sirakanian throws a front kick aimed at Lombardo's knee but Lombardo avoids it well.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Sirakanian takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Sirakanian moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sirakanian misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a leg kick which misses Sirakanian's front leg but catches the back leg as Sirakanian tries to avoid it.
Sirakanian is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lombardo rather than just go for the knockout.
Sirakanian moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sirakanian displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
Nice shot by Lombardo.#T2#
Lombardo checks a leg kick nicely.
Sirakanian throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sirakanian throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
Sirakanian throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sirakanian misses with a body shot.
Lombardo connects with a nice looking jab.
Sirakanian connects with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo takes one to the side of the head.
Lombardo motions for Sirakanian to come forward. Lombardo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sirakanian. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sirakanian. Sirakanian circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lombardo lands with a nice body kick.
Good shot there by Lombardo.
Sirakanian swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo fakes the leg kick and cracks Sirakanian in the body.
Sirakanian takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lombardo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T3#
Lombardo throws the left hand but Sirakanian avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo jabs Sirakanian right on the nose. Sirakanian blinks but takes it well.
Lombardo lands a really nice looking cross but Sirakanian seems unphased.
Good standup being displayed there by Sirakanian as he connects with a hook.
Lombardo lands a nice shot to the body.
Sirakanian gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lombardo.
Sirakanian keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo cracks Sirakanian with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#ROC#Sirakanian is rocked!
Sirakanian throws a low kick but Lombardo moves out of range easily.
Sirakanian is still on wobbly legs! Can Lombardo finish him?
Lombardo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Lombardo misses the target.
Sirakanian throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sirakanian fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sirakanian seems to have recovered his senses.
Sirakanian has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good standup being displayed there by Lombardo as he connects with a hook.#CUT#That has opened up Narek Sirakanian's cut even more.
Lombardo with the inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo. #T4#
Sirakanian walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A right-left combo lands from Sirakanian. #CL#
Lombardo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Sirakanian misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo lands with a left to the head.
Sirakanian throws a head punch that misses.
Sirakanian blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sirakanian creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Sirakanian misses with a punch on the inside.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Sirakanian controls his hands.
Lombardo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Sirakanian just misses with a punch to the body.
Sirakanian misses with a looping right.
Sirakanian throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Sirakanian jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sirakanian throws a head kick that misses.
Sirakanian throws a low kick but Lombardo moves out of range easily.
Lombardo drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sirakanian swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sirakanian looks to land a combination but Lombardo avoids it well.
Lombardo lands with a cross.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sirakanian misses with a straight right.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lombardo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lombardo lands with a nice body punch.
Lombardo lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Sirakanian moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T1#
Lombardo walks into a stiff left hand from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian blocks a jab.
Sirakanian looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sirakanian takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lombardo tries to clinch but Sirakanian moves out of range.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Sirakanian avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sirakanian misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Sirakanian chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lombardo can pounce on him.
Sirakanian is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Sirakanian throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sirakanian lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lombardo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sirakanian throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Sirakanian attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Sirakanian missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Lombardo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sirakanian looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL#
Lombardo forces Sirakanian back against the cage and clinches.
Sirakanian lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A right hand to the body from Lombardo.
Sirakanian prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Sirakanian throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sirakanian's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sirakanian is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Sirakanian tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sirakanian stalling against the cage.
Sirakanian throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
A shot in the inside from Lombardo. #T3#
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike.
Lombardo pushes Sirakanian back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo is leaning against Sirakanian and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sirakanian lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lombardo throws an elbow but it misses.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo lands with a left to the head.
Lombardo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sirakanian.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Sirakanian's ribcage. Sirakanian let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Sirakanian's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lombardo lands with a right to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sirakanian misses with some punches.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T4#
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lombardo lands a body punch.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Sirakanian.
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lombardo works on Sirakanian's body with a couple of short punches.
Sirakanian pushes Lombardo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Sirakanian! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Lombardo is unloading with more strikes now! Sirakanian drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santino Lombardo!
Santino Lombardo retains his welterweight title!
Santino Lombardo 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: GAMMA#877 Joosep v Phoenix
Date: Jan 16, 2021

#R1#
Lombardo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Regueiro swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Lombardo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A decent looking cross lands there for Regueiro.
Lombardo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Regueiro checks it well.
Regueiro throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Regueiro slips a straight right by Lombardo.
Lombardo 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.
Regueiro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lombardo throws out a counter right but Regueiro avoids it with no problem.
A shot to the liver by Regueiro. Beautiful body shot.
Regueiro moves to clinch but Lombardo breaks away
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
Regueiro gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Regueiro lands with a light punch inside.
A right hand to the body from Lombardo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Regueiro tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lombardo smiles and moves away. #CL#
Regueiro moves into range and clinches up with Lombardo.
Regueiro tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Regueiro misses with a hook to the ribs.
Regueiro jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lombardo walks away with a smile on his face. Regueiro gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julio Regueiro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but Regueiro moved out of range.
Regueiro swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range. #T1#
Lombardo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Regueiro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lombardo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lombardo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Regueiro with a body shot.
Lombardo throws the kick towards the body but Regueiro avoids it.
Regueiro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Regueiro stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Regueiro connects with a right hand. Lombardo shakes it off.
Good shot there by Regueiro.
Regueiro works the jab nicely.
Regueiro takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Regueiro.
Regueiro sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Regueiro misses with a wild body shot.
Regueiro misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Julio Regueiro has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Regueiro.
Regueiro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Regueiro.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Regueiro.
Regueiro lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lombardo's sensitive parts. #T2#
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Regueiro sees coming a mile off.
Regueiro looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Regueiro throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Regueiro throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Good standup being displayed there by Regueiro as he connects with a hook.
Regueiro misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Regueiro's knee momentarily.#CL#
Regueiro moves into range and clinches up with Lombardo.
Lombardo cracks Regueiro with a nice body shot.
Lombardo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Regueiro controls his hands.
Regueiro prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo stalls.
Lombardo misses with a punch on the inside.
Regueiro is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Regueiro blocks it.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of Regueiro's head.
Lombardo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Regueiro backwards.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Regueiro fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Regueiro blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Regueiro is looking for a takedown.#T3#
Lombardo scores with a shoulder strike.
Regueiro jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lombardo walks away with a smile on his face. Regueiro gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Regueiro lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Regueiro takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Julio Regueiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Regueiro is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Regueiro misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lombardo misses with a hook.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body.
Regueiro cracks Lombardo with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lombardo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Regueiro.
Regueiro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Regueiro throws a head kick but Lombardo moves out of range.
Regueiro lands with an overhand left.
Lombardo cracks Regueiro with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Regueiro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Regueiro is looking for a counter combo.
Lombardo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lombardo scores with a spinning back kick!#T4#
Regueiro takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 Regueiro has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Regueiro and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Regueiro throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lombardo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Regueiro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Regueiro misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Regueiro.
Lombardo lands a really nice looking cross but Regueiro seems unphased.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Regueiro avoids the punch easily.#CL#
Regueiro pushes Lombardo up against the cage in a clinch.
Regueiro blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo tries to work over Regueiro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Regueiro tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lombardo just stands there and leans against the cage.
Regueiro jumps guard but Lombardo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lombardo has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of Regueiro's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#TD#
Regueiro pulls guard effortlessly.
Lombardo showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Regueiro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Julio Regueiro's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Regueiro throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Lombardo throws a counter combo.
Nice body kick from Lombardo.
Regueiro throws a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.
Regueiro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Regueiro.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Regueiro scoring well with a low kick there.
Regueiro throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Regueiro misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo scores with a jab. Regueiro acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The fighters circling - Regueiro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Regueiro's head backwards.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Lombardo steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Regueiro is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo connects with a nice looking jab. #CL#
Regueiro gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Regueiro tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Regueiro tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lombardo just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lombardo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo tries a body shot but Regueiro blocks it.
Lombardo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
Lombardo tries to work over Regueiro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Regueiro fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julio Regueiro. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Regueiro successfully pulls guard.
Lombardo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Regueiro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lombardo defends well.
Lombardo won't allow Regueiro to sweep him here.
Lombardo controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lombardo trying to control but Regueiro is working from the bottom.
Lombardo is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Regueiro is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T2##SUB#
Regueiro working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Lombardo has passed into half guard!
Lombardo prevents Regueiro from improving his position.#SUB#
Regueiro has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Lombardo escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Lombardo!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Lombardo trying to control the position but Regueiro is working away. #T3#
Regueiro is looking for a sweep.
Regueiro is not content to let Lombardo control the position.
Regueiro is trying to improve his position.
Regueiro can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Lombardo wants to control but Regueiro is keeping him busy. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Regueiro is looking for a sweep.
Regueiro is working hard here to advance position.
You can see the frustration on Regueiro's face as Lombardo controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Regueiro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Regueiro scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lombardo doesn't seem bothered though.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Lombardo misses.
Regueiro tries to score with a low kick but Lombardo moves his leg out of the way.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Regueiro's shoulder, as Regueiro tries to avoid the shot.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Regueiro lands a leg kick that knocks Lombardo off balance momentarily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lombardo slips a jab and a cross from Regueiro.
Lombardo appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Regueiro manages to avoid it.
Lombardo lands with an uppercut that bounces Regueiro off the cage and back into range.
Lombardo explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Julio Regueiro's cut.
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.#R3#
Regueiro tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lombardo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Regueiro checks it well.
Regueiro takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Regueiro tries to clinch up.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Regueiro tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Regueiro throws out a leg kick but Lombardo moves out of range and Regueiro only half commits. #CL#
Lombardo gets tackled into the cage by Regueiro. Regueiro maintains the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands an uppercut.#TD#
Regueiro has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Lombardo uses from the top position.
Lombardo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Regueiro has an active guard here but Lombardo has managed to pass into half guard.
Lombardo keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Regueiro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Regueiro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lombardo pulls his head out easily.
Santino Lombardo has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Lombardo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Regueiro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lombardo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Regueiro blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lombardo. #SUB#
Regueiro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Regueiro is in trouble now - Lombardo has advanced to mount! #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lombardo controlling from mount.
Regueiro is looking to improve his position but Lombardo isn't that keen on the idea.
Lombardo sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Regueiro wants to control but Lombardo is having none of it.
Regueiro tries to reverse the position but Lombardo maintains control.
Lombardo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Regueiro is looking to escape.
Regueiro is trying to stand.
Regueiro can't escape the position.
Lombardo controlling his opponent. #T4#
Regueiro tries to lock up and control but Lombardo gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lombardo controlling from mount.
Let's hope that Lombardo 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.
Regueiro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lombardo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Regueiro is looking to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Julio Regueiro's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Regueiro tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lombardo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Regueiro.
Regueiro will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Regueiro does it's job there.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Lombardo moves out of range as Regueiro strikes.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo throws the kick towards the body but Regueiro avoids it.
Regueiro wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Regueiro looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Regueiro fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Regueiro rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lombardo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Regueiro manages to avoid it.
Regueiro throws a body kick that misses.
Regueiro loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Lombardo takes a swing at Regueiro's ribcage but misses.
Regueiro wants to clinch but Lombardo slips to the side
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Regueiro is looking to clinch.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Regueiro saw that one coming.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#CL#
Regueiro clinches up with Lombardo and pushes him back against the cage.
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short uppercut from Lombardo.
Lombardo pushes Regueiro back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Lombardo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Regueiro.
Regueiro throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lombardo! But no joy.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Regueiro misses with a jab to the body
and Lombardo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Regueiro's knee momentarily.
Regueiro moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo digs a good body shot into Regueiro's ribs.
Regueiro throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2#
Lombardo scores with a hook.
Lombardo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Regueiro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Regueiro checks the leg kick.
Lombardo throws a hook but Regueiro blocks it.
Nice uppercut there from Lombardo.
Regueiro misses with a hook.
Regueiro throws a head kick that misses
and Lombardo counters with a slapping leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Regueiro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Regueiro looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Regueiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Regueiro throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Regueiro lands with a hook. Lombardo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Regueiro.
Regueiro takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lombardo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lombardo is looking to land body kicks.#T3#
Regueiro getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Regueiro walks forward, straight into a front kick from Lombardo.
Nice uppercut lands for Lombardo. That snapped Regueiro's head back.
Lombardo lands a nice looking kick to the body. Regueiro takes a step back to recover.
Lombardo scores with a sloppy right hand. Regueiro should have avoided that one.
Regueiro lands a right hook to the body.
A jab from Lombardo does it's job there.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Regueiro's head but Regueiro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Regueiro slips under a jab from Lombardo.
Regueiro throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Regueiro slips the punch.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Regueiro throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo lands a nice hook to Regueiro's body. Regueiro takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Regueiro throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lombardo! But no joy.#T4#
Regueiro tries to land a leg kick but Lombardo saw it coming and moves away.
A good leg kick by Lombardo.
Regueiro doesn't manage to clinch there - Lombardo circles away.
Lombardo lands a jab to Regueiro's midsection.
Regueiro tests Lombardo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Regueiro checks a leg kick.
Regueiro looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Regueiro can pounce on him.
Lombardo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Regueiro throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Regueiro. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Regueiro.
Lombardo throws a hook but Regueiro avoids it easily.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lombardo keeps the fight on the outside.
Regueiro gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Regueiro moves to clinch but Lombardo breaks away
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Julio Regueiro's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Regueiro with a nice calf kick.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Regueiro cracks Lombardo with a good jab.
Regueiro looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Regueiro ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Regueiro's head backwards.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Regueiro sees it coming and moves out of range.
Regueiro doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lombardo keeps the fight on the outside.
Regueiro throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick.
Regueiro looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Regueiro scores with a jab.
Regueiro throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Regueiro takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lombardo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Regueiro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Regueiro.
Lombardo cracks Regueiro with a right hand to the side of the head.
Regueiro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lombardo slips a jab from Regueiro.#T1#
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Regueiro is just out of range.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Regueiro avoids the punch easily.
As Lombardo looks to move away, Regueiro throws a big counter combo but Lombardo just gets out of the way.
Regueiro throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Good standup being displayed there by Lombardo as he connects with a hook.
Regueiro misses the shot to the body.
A combination from Lombardo does no damage.
An inside leg kick from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo checks a low kick from Regueiro.
Regueiro fails with an attempt to clinch.
Regueiro tries a head kick but it misses. #CL#
Regueiro has closed the distance and engaged Lombardo in a clinch.
Lombardo takes a shot to the head.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Regueiro fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Regueiro tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Regueiro tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Regueiro.
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Regueiro backwards. #T2#
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of Regueiro's head.
Lombardo scores with a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Regueiro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Regueiro fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julio Regueiro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lombardo lands a shot to the body.
Regueiro is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A hook to the body from Lombardo.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo lands a nice shot to the body.
Good body shot from Lombardo.
A short left from Lombardo.
Lombardo has Regueiro pressed against the cage, preventing Regueiro from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A right handed body shot lands from Lombardo.
A hook to the body from Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T3#
Regueiro is trying to pull guard but Lombardo has him pressed against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Regueiros head.
Regueiro jumps guard but Lombardo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lombardo is trying to maintain a safe position but Regueiro gets an underhook and turns Lombardo into the cage.#BC2#
Lombardo breaks the clinch.
Regueiro takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Regueiro takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Regueiro.
Regueiro misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo checks a low kick from Regueiro.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lombardo delivers a nice body kick.
Regueiro swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Regueiro lunges at Lombardo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lombardo's hand.
Regueiro misses with a right hand
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Regueiro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.#T4#
Lombardo tests Regueiro's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Regueiro misses with a straight left.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Julio Regueiro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lombardo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Nice shot lands for Lombardo.
Regueiro connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Santino Lombardo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lombardo stuns Regueiro with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Regueiro moves out of range of the strikes.
Regueiro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Regueiro.
Regueiro falls off balance throwing a combination
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo cracks Regueiro with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lombardo connects with a looping right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Santino Lombardo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lombardo 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 45:50
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 45:50
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Santino Lombardo!
Santino Lombardo is the new welterweight champion!
A less than humble Santino Lombardo misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: GAMMA#874 Lohmu v Bolleke
Date: Dec 26, 2020

#R1#
Rones misses the jab.
Rones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Lombardo connects with a body shot.
Rones throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Rones checks it well.
Lombardo keeps Rones at a distance using the push kick.
Rones throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Nice jab there from Lombardo.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rones.
We've been informed that Rones 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.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rones.
Lombardo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lombardo scrambles back to his feet.
Rones just misses with a punch to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Lombardo misses its target.
A telegraphed right hand from Rones misses the target.
Lombardo 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.
Rones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rones ducks right into an uppercut from Lombardo.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rones.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Joy Rones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Rones throws a head kick that misses.
Rones lands with a right hand.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rones.
Lombardo stuns Rones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rones throws a head kick but Lombardo moves out of range.
A big left from Rones misses.
Rones throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo digs a good body shot into Rones's ribs.
Rones jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rones fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lombardo slips a jab from Rones.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Rones.
Rones bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rones misses the shot to the body.
Rones misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo cracks Rones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lombardo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Lombardo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rones looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
A low kick lands for Lombardo.
Rones misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Rones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo counters with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rones is out of range.
Rones lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Lombardo connects with a nice looking jab.
Rones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Lombardo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A jab from Rones misses.
Rones throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rones might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Rones throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rones punishes Lombardo's body with a nice straight punch.
Lombardo with the inside leg kick.
Rones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rones throws out the jab.
Rones throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.#T3#
Lombardo scores with a jab to the head.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lombardo cracks Rones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Rones fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Lombardo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Rones takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Rones loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Rones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lombardo defending well as Rones loads up on a big left hand.
Rones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rones tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rones is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lombardo had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rones ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Rones misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo tests Rones's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Rones misses the target.
Rones misses with an uppercut.
Rones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T4#
Rones misses with a straight left.
Rones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lombardo swings for the body but Rones moves out of range.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Rones misses with an uppercut.
Rones has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lombardo finds it's way round the side to connect with Rones's head.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rones.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rones.
Rones scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Rones thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rones throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rones.
A telegraphed right hand from Rones misses the target.
Rones throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rones looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Good shot there by Rones.
Lombardo misses with a straight right.
Rones connects with a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joy Rones dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Rones as he connects with a hook.
Rones misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lombardo tests Rones's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rones throws out the jab.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rones's sensitive parts.
Some wild striking there from Rones.
Lombardo was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Rones misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Rones takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rones misses with a body shot.
Lombardo fires out a quick counter leg kick but Rones just manages to avoid it.
Lombardo defending well as Rones loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo lands the left hand.
Rones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
A swing and a miss from Rones.
Lombardo throws a leg kick which misses Rones's front leg but catches the back leg as Rones tries to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
Lombardo connects with a body shot.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rones.
Rones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.#T1#
Lombardo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lombardo throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo throws a push kick but Rones slaps the foot to one side.
Lombardo motions for Rones to come forward. Lombardo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo lands with a right hand.
Rones loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Good shot there by Lombardo.
Rones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lombardo at a distance.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Rones.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Lombardo defending well as Rones loads up on a big left hand.
Rones throws a nice looking combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lombardo tries to clinch up.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rones.
Rones swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Rones moves out of range.
Rones throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Lombardo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jab from Rones.
Lombardo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Rones moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rones on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rones throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rones.
Lombardo scores with a punch to the head.
Rones lands a nice shot to the body.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Rones.
Rones misses with a looping right.
Rones looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Lombardo takes a swing at Rones's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo with a jab.
Rones scores with a jab. Lombardo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rones pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Lombardo tries a low kick but Rones avoids it.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rones.
Lombardo throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Rones throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rones walks into a stiff left hand from Lombardo.
Rones ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Rones throws out a counter right but Lombardo avoids it with no problem.
Rones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Lombardo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lombardo cracks a nice hook into Rones's ribs.
Lombardo throws a solid leg kick but Rones takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Rones moves forwards but Lombardo connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Rones throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rones blocks a jab.
Rones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A big left from Rones misses.
Rones throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 Rones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Rones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Rones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T4#
Rones throws a head kick that misses.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Rones manages to avoid it.
Lombardo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Rones lands a nice shot to the body.
Rones misses with a jab to the body
and Lombardo finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Lombardo lands a jab.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rones on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rones's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lombardo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rones scrambles back to his feet.
Rones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lombardo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rones's sensitive parts.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rones moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Rones misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Rones.
Rones misses with a looping left.
Rones misses with a body shot.
Rones digs a good body shot into Lombardo's ribs.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Rones avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Rones misses the jab.
The crowd cheers as Lombardo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rones doesn't seem phased though.
Lombardo defending well as Rones loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo needs to keep his hands up - Rones had a free shot at his head there.
Lombardo moves out of range as Rones strikes.
Rones misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo dodges the punch combination from Rones.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rones misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rones cracks Lombardo with an open hand slap.
Lombardo scores with a nice strike.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Rones.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rones misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo swings for the body but Rones moves out of range.
A nice side step and Rones releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Rones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Lombardo thows a body kick. Rones tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A jab from Rones misses. #CL#
Lombardo takes the fight into the clinch.
Rones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rones backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rones creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rones struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Rones misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lombardo lands with a short shot to the head.
Rones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Rones avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
Lombardo pushes Rones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo lands a body punch.
Rones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2#
Rones takes a shot to the head.
Rones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lombardo misses with a punch on the inside.
Rones has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Rones's ribcage. Rones let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
Lombardo lands with a short shot to the head.
Lombardo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rones backwards.
Lombardo stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Rones throws a head punch that misses.
A hook to the body from Lombardo.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lombardo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Lombardo.
Nice body punch from Lombardo - that landed with a thud.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rones.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lombardo.
Santino Lombardo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Rones controls his hands.
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rones backwards.
Rones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rones's elbow.
Rones tries to circle away but Lombardo has him pinned against the cage.
Rones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Lombardo lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rones or not.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Lombardo lands an uppercut.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Lombardo is leaning against Rones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lombardo pushes Rones back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Lombardo lands a shot to the body.
Rones has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rones backwards. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lombardo.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Rones blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Rones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lombardo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rones.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lombardo lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a nice shot to the body.
Still in the clinch, Lombardo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rones working aggressively here.
Lombardo gets through Rones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo works on Rones's body with a couple of short punches.
Lombardo scores with a shoulder strike.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A left hand lands to the body for Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rones backwards.

And that's the end of the fight!
Santino Lombardo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lombardo 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: GAMMA#869 Lombardo v Regueiro
Date: Nov 28, 2020

#R1#
Regueiro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Regueiro moves away and avoids it.
Regueiro doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Regueiro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Regueiro avoids a kick to the body.
Regueiro lands a head kick!
Regueiro lands a body shot.
Regueiro lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like Regueiro was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lombardo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lombardo there as he acknowledges the shot.
Regueiro scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Regueiro jabs Lombardo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Regueiro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lombardo counters with an outside leg kick.
Regueiro misses with a looping left.
Lombardo circles away from the clinch attempt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Regueiro throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Regueiro misses with a straight right.
Regueiro throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Regueiro saw that one coming. #T1#
Regueiro fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Regueiro.
Regueiro moves out of range of the body kick.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Regueiro sizes up Lombardo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lombardo blocks a head kick by Regueiro.
Regueiro throws a combination that misses
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Regueiro.
Lombardo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Regueiro.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Regueiro is just out of range.
Regueiro misses with a kick to the body.
As Regueiro backs away, Lombardo returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#CL2#
Regueiro clinches with his opponent.
Regueiro jumps guard but Lombardo stands there with Regueiro around his waist. Regueiro gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lombardo lands a left hand.
A right hook to the body lands for Regueiro.
Nice body punch from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a punch but it's blocked by Regueiro.
Lombardo gets through Regueiro's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Regueiro is trying to pull guard but Lombardo turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD2#
Regueiro gets control of Lombardo's arms and successfully pulls guard. Regueiro will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Lombardo content to stall in guard here.
Lombardo has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Regueiro is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Regueiro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lombardo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Regueiro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lombardo defends well.
Lombardo tries to free his leg and advance position but Regueiro is retaining full guard. #T3#
Regueiro keeping moving, preventing Lombardo from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Regueiro has his foot on Lombardo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lombardo works his way back into a safe position though.
Lombardo is stalling in the full guard.
Lombardo'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.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Lombardo.#SUB2#
Regueiro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #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.
Regueiro keeping full guard, as Lombardo tries to pass. #SUB2#
Lombardo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Regueiro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lombardo has managed to get both his arms back between Regueiro's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Regueiro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lombardo is aware though and is defending well.
Regueiro wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Regueiro is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Lombardo rolls with it to try and escape but Regueiro cranks on the arm and Lombardo is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Julio Regueiro!
Julio Regueiro is the new welterweight champion!
Julio Regueiro bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: GAMMA#865 Kodija v Horse
Date: Nov 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Rones moved away.
Lombardo with a jab.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Rones let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lombardo takes one to the chin there.
Lombardo throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lombardo connects with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rones slips under a jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rones! But no joy.
Rones missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rones misses with a straight right.
Rones ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.#T1#
Lombardo takes a swing at Rones's ribcage but misses.
Rones misses with a two punch combination.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Rones manages to avoid it.
A low kick lands for Rones.
Rones misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a thumping low kick.
Lombardo lands a jab to the head.
Rones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rones lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
Lombardo digs a good body shot into Rones's ribs.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rones throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Rones 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.
Rones attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lombardo lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo is looking to clinch but Rones is avoiding it.
As Lombardo backs off Rones throws a huge counter combo but Lombardo manages to avoid it all.
Lombardo connects with a right hand. Rones shakes it off.
Rones avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rones throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo misses with a right hand
and Rones counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Santino Lombardo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo connects with a jab.
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo is looking to slow Rones down with leg kicks.
Lombardo scores with a decent looking hook.
Rones moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick. #T3#
Lombardo tests Rones's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Lombardo slips a jab from Rones.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 Rones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Rones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Rones looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rones throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rones.
Lombardo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A slow jab from Rones misses its intended target.
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Rones sees coming a mile off.
Lombardo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Rones takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lombardo connects with a body shot that sends Rones's belly button to the back.
Rones throws out a leg kick but Lombardo moves out of range and Rones only half commits. #T4#
Lombardo is looking to clinch but Rones is avoiding it.
A good leg kick by Lombardo.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Rones.
Lombardo lands a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good shot there by Rones.#CUT2#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Rones throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Rones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lombardo digs a good hook to Rones's body.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lombardo - that will leave a mark!
Rones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Rones throws a leg kick which misses Lombardo's front leg but catches the back leg as Lombardo tries to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Rones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
It looks like Lombardo has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the head.
Rones throws a nice looking combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Rones 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.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lombardo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lombardo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rones can do to turn this around?
Rones misses with a double jab.
Lombardo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lombardo lands with a hook. Rones tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Rones's shoulder, as Rones tries to avoid the shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.#T1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Rones lands with a straight right. Lombardo didn't see that one coming.
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body
and Rones counters with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo scoring well with a low kick there.
Rones lands a nice hook to Lombardo's body. Lombardo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rones takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A jab from Rones misses.
Rones on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Lombardo moves out of range as Rones strikes.#T2#
Lombardo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It seemed like Rones was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Rones saw that one coming.
Lombardo lands a jab.
Rones lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lombardo circles away quickly and effectively.
Rones misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo throws a quick counter kick to the body but Rones avoids it.
Good leg kick by Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with an overhand left.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lombardo darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Rones's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lombardo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rones scrambles back to his feet.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Rones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the body
letting Rones counter with a right hand.
Lombardo fails with an attempt to clinch. #T3#
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Rones unleashes a big counter combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Lombardo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Rones on the side of the head.
Lombardo scores with a nice head shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Rones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lombardo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rones loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Lombardo scores with a body shot.
Lombardo cracks Rones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Rones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice shot by Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rones moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jab from Lombardo.
A low kick lands for Lombardo.
Rones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lombardo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #CL#
Lombardo clinches.
Rones misses with the head strike.
Rones working hard to break the clinch.
Rones blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo'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.#R3#
Rones takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Rones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lombardo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rones slips a jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rones! But no joy.
Rones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
Rones throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Rones looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rones fails to land with a series of punches.
Rones pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range and Rones settles back down. #T1#
Lombardo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rones doesn't seem bothered though.
Rones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo throws a front kick aimed at Rones's knee but Rones avoids it well.
Rones tests Lombardo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lombardo throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Rones.
Lombardo connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rones momentarily.
Lombardo works Rones's body with a nice hook.
Rones checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Rones throws out a counter right but Lombardo avoids it with no problem.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Rones checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lombardo jabs at Rones's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Rones misses.
Rones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rones unleashes a big counter combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Lombardo throws a hook but Rones avoids it easily.#CL#
Lombardo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rones has had enough of the clinch but Lombardo keeps him there for the moment.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo. #BC2#
Rones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rones looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
A good leg kick by Lombardo.
Rones throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lombardo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lombardo scores with a kick to the body.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rones.
Lombardo lands a nice shot that snaps Rones's head back.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Rones misses with a low kick.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Rones tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lombardo checks the leg kick.#T4#
The crowd cheers as Rones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lombardo doesn't seem phased though.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rones darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A jab lands there for Rones.#CUT2#Santino Lombardo's cut is getting worse.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but Rones moved out of range.
Rones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
Lombardo tries to work over Rones's front leg with a kick but Rones checks it.
Rones now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#CL#
Lombardo moves into range and clinches up with Rones.
A short left from Rones.
A hook to the body from Lombardo.
Rones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo. #BC2#
Rones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rones throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Rones manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
That's time! Lombardo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Rones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
Lombardo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rones.
Decent striking displayed by Lombardo there.
Rones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Rones jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo connects with a crisp jab.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#CL#
Lombardo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rones, pushing him back against the cage.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
A short right from Rones.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Rones.
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rones gets through Lombardo's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC2#
Rones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rones takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo thinks about countering with a body kick.
Rones takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
A jab from Lombardo does it's job there.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rones throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Lombardo scores with the left hand. Rones knows he should have avoided that one. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rones pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lombardo throws a front kick that sends Rones stumbling back into the cage.
Rones takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lombardo scores with a nice body kick.
Rones takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Rones throws a leg kick but Lombardo checks it.
Lombardo cracks Rones with a good jab.
A low kick from Lombardo is predictable there
enabling Rones to counter with a crisp jab.
Rones swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rones walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T3#
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rones moves away.
Lombardo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rones misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lombardo scrambles back to his feet.
Lombardo catches Rones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Rones moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lombardo stuns Rones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Rones.
Rones throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rones was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Rones tries to bum rush Lombardo with a series of wild strikes but Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lombardo half committed to a counter leg kick.#T4##CL#
Lombardo clinches.
Rones swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rones misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo keeps control of Rones as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rones.
A right handed body shot lands from Lombardo.
Rones is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
A short left from Lombardo.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rones's elbow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lombardo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Lombardo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Lombardo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo had his way with Joy Rones in that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lombardo wants to land a leg kick but Rones is out of range.
Lombardo throws out a powerful jab.
Rones attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lombardo tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rones paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lombardo lands an overhand right.
Lombardo scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Lombardo scores with the left hand. Rones knows he should have avoided that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Rones fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lombardo checks it well.
Lombardo tried to counter with a leg kick but Rones avoided it.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Despite the aggression on Rones's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 Rones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Rones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lombardo dips to his left and cracks Rones with an uppercut!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rones checks a leg kick.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Rones off balance momentarily.
Lombardo lands a nice looking kick to the body. Rones takes a step back to recover.
Rones 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.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rones.
Lombardo connects with a jab.
Rones misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Joy Rones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Rones throws a sloppy head kick and Lombardo moves out of range easily.
A shot to the liver by Lombardo. Beautiful body shot.
Rones tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Rones has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Lombardo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rones thuds his right hand into Lombardo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rones walks into a jab.
A jab from Lombardo does it's job there.
Rones throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lombardo scores with a jab. Rones acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rones swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
You can see that Rones has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Lombardo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T3#
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Rones.
Lombardo throws a series of punches but Rones avoids them all with ease.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rones looks like he wants to counter punch here.
An inside leg kick from Rones misses.
Lombardo uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rones has time to react.
Lombardo blocks a leg kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Rones crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Lombardo - the referee stops the clock and Rones gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Lombardo. Rones manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Crunch! Lombardo slams his shin into Rones's torso.
Lombardo connects with a jab.
A low kick lands for Lombardo.
Nice jab there from Lombardo. #T4#
Rones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lombardo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Rones saw that one coming.
Lombardo sizes up Rones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Santino Lombardo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rones showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lombardo.
Lombardo feints and then cracks Rones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rones down.
Lombardo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Rones misses the shot to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 50:45
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 50:45
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Santino Lombardo!
Santino Lombardo retains his welterweight title!
Santino Lombardo 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.
In defeat, Joy Rones stepped up to the mic, saying 'Third time apparently isn't the charm, aah fuck. '.

Event: GAMMA#863 Falcone v Merel
Date: Oct 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Wrexham sees coming a mile off.
Wrexham keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
Wrexham pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lombardo misses with a two punch combination.
Wrexham paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lombardo throws a hook but Wrexham avoids it easily.
Wrexham throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice cross by Lombardo.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A low kick from Wrexham misses
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Wrexham fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo scores with a decent looking hook.
Wrexham cracks Lombardo with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
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!
Wrexham ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Wrexham pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Good exchange - Lombardo coming out on top.
Lombardo walks forward, straight into a front kick from Wrexham .
Wrexham misses the shot to the body.
Wrexham misses with a straight left. #T1#
Lombardo throws out a leg kick but Wrexham moves out of range and Lombardo only half commits.
Wrexham throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wrexham fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lombardo checks it well.
We've been informed that Wrexham 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.
Wrexham checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo takes a swing at Wrexham 's ribcage but misses.
Tyler Wrexham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wrexham swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Wrexham scores with a body shot.
Wrexham misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo tries to land a leg kick but Wrexham saw it coming and moves away.
Wrexham swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Wrexham clinches.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Wrexham avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
Wrexham working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Lombardo lands a body shot in the clinch.
Wrexham blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Wrexham scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Wrexham breaks from the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A combination from Lombardo does no damage. #T2#
Wrexham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
As Wrexham backs away, Lombardo returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wrexham .
Wrexham let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wrexham looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Wrexham pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wrexham slips under a jab.
Wrexham throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
It seemed like Wrexham was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wrexham is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lombardo rather than just go for the knockout.
Wrexham throws a good cross that connects.
Wrexham looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Wrexham throws a combination that misses
and Lombardo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Wrexham looks for the body kick but Lombardo saw that one coming.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Wrexham .
Lombardo throws a hook but Wrexham avoids it easily.
Lombardo throws a jab when Wrexham was well out of range.
Lombardo lands with a nice body punch.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo is looking to chop away at Wrexham 's legs.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Wrexham .#T3#
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Wrexham .
Lombardo closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Wrexham looks to land a body kick but Lombardo moved away.
Lombardo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Wrexham unleashes a big counter combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Wrexham throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Wrexham checks a leg kick.
Wrexham throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Wrexham misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo throws a lazy right hand but Wrexham sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo slips a jab from Wrexham .
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Wrexham .
Wrexham delivers a nice body kick.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Wrexham 's shoulder, as Wrexham tries to avoid the shot.
Wrexham connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body.
Wrexham throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4##CL2#
Wrexham has taken the fight to the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Wrexham can't break the clinch.
Wrexham softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wrexham misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo lands with a light punch inside.
Lombardo lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wrexham or not.
Wrexham avoiding damage as Lombardo throws knees to the body.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Wrexham controls his hands.
Wrexham tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo tries to stall but Wrexham uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Wrexham cracks Lombardo with a nice body shot.
Wrexham misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Wrexham breaks from the clinch.
Lombardo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Donk. Wrexham catches Lombardo right on the button with a cross.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wrexham throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lombardo is looking to counter punch.
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo cracks a nice hook into Wrexham 's ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tyler Wrexham 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#
Wrexham misses with a looping left.
Wrexham fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lombardo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lombardo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Wrexham swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wrexham takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Wrexham 's head but Wrexham sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo lands with a kick to the ribs.
Wrexham bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lombardo's head backwards.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wrexham lands a glancing blow to the side of Lombardo's head.
Wrexham scores with a hook to the body. Lombardo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Wrexham is looking to clinch.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Wrexham blocks the body kick.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wrexham .
Wrexham throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyler Wrexham seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wrexham throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A solid leg kick lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Wrexham 's head but Wrexham sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Lombardo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Wrexham misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo catches Wrexham with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Lombardo throws a front kick aimed at Wrexham 's knee but Wrexham avoids it well.
Wrexham throws a shot to the body.
Wrexham connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lombardo throws a front kick that sends Wrexham stumbling back into the cage.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo walks into a left hand.
Wrexham swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Wrexham lands a head shot.
Lombardo connects with a single shot there.
Wrexham scores with a nice strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo lands with a cross.
Wrexham walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Wrexham throws a right and a left that both miss.#T2#
Lombardo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lombardo's jab looks to have found its range, popping Wrexham under the eye.#CL2#
Wrexham clinches up with Lombardo and pushes him back against the cage.
Wrexham digs a right hand underneath Lombardo's ribcage. Lombardo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Wrexham swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wrexham blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wrexham lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Lombardo works on Wrexham 's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2#
Wrexham breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A nice inside leg kick there by Wrexham . That's going to slow Lombardo down.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wrexham throws out the jab.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wrexham .
Wrexham on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
Wrexham steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Wrexham takes a jab right on the kisser. #T3#
Lombardo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wrexham tries to land a body kick
and Lombardo counters with an outside leg kick.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Wrexham sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Wrexham lands a head shot.
Wrexham uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wrexham . Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Wrexham .
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wrexham replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Lombardo blocks it well.
Wrexham pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Wrexham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
A thudding body kick lands there by Wrexham !
Wrexham 's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Wrexham duly obliges.
The crowd cheers as Wrexham lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lombardo doesn't seem phased though.
Wrexham sizes up Lombardo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lombardo throws a low kick but Wrexham avoids it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Wrexham momentarily.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Wrexham off balance momentarily.#T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
Wrexham connects with a jab.
Wrexham with a nice calf kick.
Wrexham looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A leg kick checked by Wrexham .
Wrexham fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lombardo on the side of the head.
An inside leg kick from Lombardo misses.
Wrexham swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Wrexham .
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Wrexham saw that one coming.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Lombardo.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 Wrexham has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Wrexham and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Wrexham .
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wrexham .
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wrexham misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wrexham .
Lombardo jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Tyler Wrexham will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Wrexham throws a leg kick that misses.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the body
and Wrexham counters with a good, hard body kick but Lombardo shrugs it off.
Wrexham takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Wrexham fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wrexham .
Lombardo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Wrexham ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Wrexham checks it.
Wrexham takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo thinks about countering with a body kick.
Lombardo is looking to chop away at Wrexham 's legs.
A lazy left from Wrexham finds it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wrexham lands a nice hook to Lombardo's body. Lombardo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Wrexham 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Wrexham catches Lombardo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Lombardo throws a front kick aimed at Wrexham 's knee but Wrexham avoids it well.
Wrexham doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Wrexham tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Wrexham .
Wrexham scores with a nice right hand.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wrexham moves away.#T1#
Lombardo slips under a jab.
The crowd cheers as Lombardo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Wrexham doesn't seem phased though.
Wrexham misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo lands a head shot.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wrexham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo moves out of range of the body kick from Wrexham .
Wrexham scores with a hook to the body. Lombardo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A punch combination from Wrexham misses.
Wrexham swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.
Lombardo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wrexham throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
A thudding body kick lands there by Wrexham !
Lombardo throws a jab when Wrexham was well out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wrexham misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T2#
Lombardo gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Wrexham counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Wrexham misses with a low kick as Lombardo jumps back.
Wrexham throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wrexham is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Wrexham off balance momentarily.
Wrexham throws a leg kick that misses.
Wrexham ducks right into an uppercut from Lombardo.
A big right from Wrexham misses.
Lombardo takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lombardo lets loose with a powerful body kick. Wrexham will feel that in the morning.
Wrexham looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Wrexham scores with a shot to the body.
Wrexham bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lombardo's head.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo lands a nice hook to Wrexham 's body. Wrexham takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Wrexham tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Wrexham throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo misses with a combination
and Wrexham counters with a series of strikes. Lombardo will be more careful next time no doubt.
Wrexham doesn't manage to clinch there - Lombardo circles away.
A little feinted left hand from Lombardo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Lombardo dodges the punch combination from Wrexham .
Wrexham throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Wrexham throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo punishes Wrexham 's body with a nice straight punch.
Lombardo scores with a jab.
Wrexham ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Lombardo pushes Wrexham away with a front kick.
Wrexham fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wrexham takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lombardo is looking to slow Wrexham down with leg kicks.
Wrexham has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Wrexham .
Wrexham misses with a looping left.#T4#
Lombardo looks to throw the jab but Wrexham is out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Wrexham swings and misses with a shot to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wrexham .
Wrexham on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Wrexham checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lombardo thumps Wrexham with a low kick.
Wrexham lands an overhand right.
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Wrexham throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Wrexham thumps Lombardo with a low kick.
Lombardo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Wrexham 's head but Wrexham sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wrexham 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 Santino Lombardo did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Wrexham does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wrexham takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Wrexham throws a big shot that misses.
Wrexham uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Wrexham fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lombardo.
A big right from Wrexham misses.
Lombardo quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Wrexham fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wrexham checks a leg kick.
Wrexham slips under a jab from Lombardo.
Wrexham throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wrexham throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Wrexham throws a lazy body kick
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wrexham pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range and Wrexham settles back down.
Lombardo tries to land a leg kick but Wrexham saw it coming and moves away.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Wrexham off balance momentarily.
Wrexham rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo counters with a nice leg kick.
Wrexham steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.#T1#
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Lombardo thuds a left hand into Wrexham 's body.
Wrexham throws a nice looking combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wrexham avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo throws a chopping leg kick but Wrexham manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
An inside leg kick from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Wrexham stuns Lombardo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Wrexham throws out a counter right but Lombardo avoids it with no problem.
Wrexham takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Wrexham takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wrexham has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
Wrexham jabs at Lombardo's body.
Lombardo throws a chopping leg kick but Wrexham manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Wrexham 's shoulder, as Wrexham tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Wrexham missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice uppercut lands for Lombardo. That snapped Wrexham 's head back.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Wrexham throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
Wrexham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo misses with a head kick.
Wrexham works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lombardo tries to work over Wrexham 's front leg with a kick but Wrexham checks it.
Lombardo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Wrexham jabs Lombardo right on the nose. Lombardo blinks but takes it well.
Wrexham keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A swing and a miss from Wrexham .
Wrexham lands a glancing blow to the side of Lombardo's head.
Wrexham fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Wrexham .#T3#
Wrexham lands an overhand right.
Wrexham tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lombardo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Wrexham throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lombardo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wrexham looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Lombardo half committed to a counter leg kick.
Wrexham tries to clinch up but Lombardo circles away and keeps his distance.
Wrexham misses with a few strikes there.
Wrexham misses the jab.
Lombardo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wrexham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Wrexham 's shoulder, as Wrexham tries to avoid the shot.
Wrexham misses with a low kick.
Wrexham looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wrexham looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wrexham misses with a hook
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Wrexham defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T4#
Wrexham thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo throws a hook but Wrexham blocks it.
Good shot there by Lombardo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wrexham throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wrexham misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo fires out a quick counter leg kick but Wrexham just manages to avoid it.
Wrexham just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Wrexham . That did some damage!
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wrexham looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wrexham . Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wrexham takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wrexham on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but Wrexham moved out of range.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wrexham throws a right hand that Lombardo ducks under and follows up with a left that Lombardo also avoids with ease.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo had his way with Tyler Wrexham in that round.
That's time! Lombardo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
A solid leg kick lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Wrexham looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lombardo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lombardo walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Wrexham checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Wrexham delivers a nice body kick.
Wrexham misses with a body shot.
Wrexham throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Wrexham throws a body kick that misses.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Wrexham tries to bum rush Lombardo with a series of wild strikes but Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wrexham manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wrexham . Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wrexham fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Wrexham saw that one coming. #T1##CL2#
Wrexham closes the distance and clinches.
Wrexham has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Wrexham blocks it.
A left hand lands to the body for Lombardo.
Wrexham is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Lombardo gets through Wrexham 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Wrexham throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Wrexham fails to land.
A short right from Lombardo.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wrexham .
Wrexham misses with a body punch.
Wrexham working aggressively here.
Lombardo misses with a punch on the inside.
Lombardo lands with a short shot to the head.
Lombardo lands with a left to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo lands a left hand.
Lombardo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2#
Lombardo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short right from Lombardo. #BC#
Lombardo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Wrexham does a little dance to reset his feet.
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Wrexham 's leg. Wrexham is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lombardo throws a push kick but Wrexham slaps the foot to one side.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Wrexham .
Wrexham misses with a body shot.
Lombardo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Wrexham throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wrexham throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Wrexham avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Wrexham throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Wrexham misses with an uppercut.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
A big left from Lombardo misses. #T3#
Wrexham throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Wrexham manages to avoid it.
Lombardo connects with a looping right hand.
Wrexham throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Wrexham checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lombardo tries to land a body kick
letting Wrexham counter with a right hand.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wrexham looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wrexham takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Wrexham cracks a nice hook into Lombardo's ribs.
Nice uppercut there from Wrexham .
Lombardo takes a swing at Wrexham 's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Wrexham saw that one coming.
Wrexham throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wrexham takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Wrexham throws a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wrexham takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wrexham displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
Wrexham pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wrexham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lombardo.
Lombardo connects with a body shot that sends Wrexham 's belly button to the back.
Wrexham slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lombardo thuds his shin into the meat of Wrexham 's side.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wrexham .
Wrexham swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Wrexham is looking to chop away at Lombardo's legs.
Lombardo lands with a nice body punch.
Wrexham throws a series of punches but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:47
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:48

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Santino Lombardo!
Santino Lombardo retains his welterweight title!
A less than humble Santino Lombardo misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: GAMMA#860 Pedro v Storm
Date: Oct 17, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCraken swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCraken manages to avoid it.
McCraken only half commits to the counter leg kick.
McCraken has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
McCraken thuds a left hand into Lombardo's body.
McCraken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
McCraken misses with a leg kick.
McCraken throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo counters with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCraken.#CL#
Lombardo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCraken tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hand to the body from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
McCraken can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
A short body shot lands from Lombardo as the two fighters clinch.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
Lombardo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo.
A nice right hand lands inside from McCraken.
McCraken lands a hook that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
A left hand lands to the body for McCraken.
McCraken's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McCraken tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCraken prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
McCraken pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of McCraken's head but McCraken sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An inside leg kick lands from McCraken.
The fighters circling - McCraken throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Donk. McCraken catches Lombardo right on the button with a cross.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but McCraken sees it coming and moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo feints and then cracks McCraken's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McCraken down.
McCraken scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lombardo in his tracks.
A slow jab from McCraken misses its intended target.
McCraken throws a front kick aimed at Lombardo's knee but Lombardo avoids it well.
Dougal McCraken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
McCraken now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
McCraken fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range.
McCraken throws a low kick but Lombardo moves out of range easily.
A low kick lands for McCraken.
McCraken attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Lombardo misses the target.
McCraken tries to clinch there but Lombardo circles away.
McCraken takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McCraken needs to keep his hands up - Lombardo had a free shot at his head there.
Lombardo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McCraken can pounce on him.
Lombardo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCraken. McCraken obviously looking to wear him down.
McCraken ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a glancing blow to the side of McCraken's head.
McCraken connects with a looping right hand.
McCraken on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McCraken lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lombardo's sensitive parts.
Lombardo tries a low kick but McCraken avoids it.#T3#
McCraken moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
McCraken looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
McCraken throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo circles away from the clinch attempt.
McCraken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
McCraken throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCraken throws out the jab.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCraken throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lombardo checks a leg kick.
McCraken is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
McCraken throws a sloppy body shot
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lombardo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
McCraken wants to slow Lombardo down by chopping away at his legs.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by McCraken.
Lombardo checks a leg kick nicely.#T4#
McCraken ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
McCraken uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
McCraken scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
McCraken tries to clinch but Lombardo is having none of it.
McCraken throws a half hearted mid kick.
McCraken throws a leg kick which misses Lombardo's front leg but catches the back leg as Lombardo tries to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCraken uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lombardo.
McCraken lands with a nice body punch.
Lombardo lands a really nice looking cross but McCraken seems unphased.
Lombardo lands a nice shot that snaps McCraken's head back.
McCraken misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McCraken lunges at Lombardo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lombardo's hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCraken lands a jab.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Santino Lombardo 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#
Lombardo takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick.
McCraken blocks the body kick.
McCraken is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
McCraken stuns Lombardo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but McCraken is just out of range.
McCraken connects with a looping right hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lombardo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Lombardo tries to score with a low kick but McCraken moves his leg out of the way.
McCraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a poor cross that misses
and McCraken counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCraken throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
McCraken misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo throws a quick counter head kick but McCraken was just out of range.
Lombardo takes one to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCraken throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but McCraken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
McCraken misses with a straight left.
McCraken lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by McCraken.
McCraken 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.
Lombardo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo scores with a nice head shot.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCraken tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lombardo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McCraken wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A big left from McCraken misses.
Lombardo wants to clinch up but McCraken keeps it at a distance.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McCraken.
McCraken lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCraken avoids a kick to the body.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
McCraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
McCraken throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
It looked like Lombardo was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McCraken.
Lombardo tried to score with a low kick but McCraken checks it.
McCraken pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A counter left hand to the body from Lombardo misses its target.
Lombardo is looking to score with low kicks.
Lombardo lands an overhand right.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but McCraken moved away.
Lombardo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McCraken stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McCraken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice defenses there by McCraken.
McCraken cracks Lombardo with a right hand to the side of the head.
McCraken tries to land a leg kick but Lombardo saw it coming and moves away.
McCraken's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCraken swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
McCraken listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lombardo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lombardo throws the kick towards the body but McCraken avoids it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
McCraken looks for the body kick but Lombardo saw that one coming. #T3#
McCraken throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
McCraken ducks right into an uppercut from Lombardo.
McCraken looks to land a body kick but Lombardo moved away.
Lombardo tries to score with a low kick but McCraken moves his leg out of the way.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCraken.
Lombardo thinks about countering with a body kick.
Dougal McCraken seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A telegraphed right hand from McCraken misses the target.
Lombardo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo throws the left hand but McCraken avoids the punch easily.
McCraken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo fires out a quick counter leg kick but McCraken just manages to avoid it.
Lombardo swings for the body but McCraken moves out of range.
McCraken is looking to land body kicks.
Lombardo is looking to land body kicks.
Lombardo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McCraken misses with a kick to the body.
Lombardo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
McCraken loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.#T4#
McCraken throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
McCraken rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lombardo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McCraken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCraken connects with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from McCraken.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
A nice side step and McCraken releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lombardo lands with a cross.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but McCraken ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo slips under a jab from McCraken.
McCraken moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo is looking to clinch but McCraken is avoiding it.
A swing and a miss from McCraken.
McCraken takes one to the side of the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. McCraken darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lombardo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Dougal McCraken will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Lombardo misses with a leg kick.
McCraken pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range and McCraken settles back down.
Lombardo swings and misses with a shot to the body
and McCraken counters with a stiff right hand.
McCraken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McCraken checks a leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCraken! But no joy.
McCraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCraken looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on McCraken's shoulder, as McCraken tries to avoid the shot.
McCraken misses with a body kick.
Donk. McCraken catches Lombardo right on the button with a cross.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Lombardo pushes McCraken up against the cage in a clinch.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McCraken.#T1#
McCraken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McCraken doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo wants to stall.
Lombardo creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Lombardo tries a body shot but McCraken blocks it. #BC2#
McCraken breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Lombardo pushes McCraken up against the cage in a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lombardo.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCraken misses with some punches.
Lombardo is working McCraken over against the cage.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as McCraken controls his hands.
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of McCraken backwards.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from McCraken.
McCraken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCraken lands a hook that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as McCraken controls the action.
Lombardo tries to work over McCraken's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCraken can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action. #T2#
Lombardo swings wildly with an uppercut but McCraken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of McCraken's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A shot in the inside from McCraken.
McCraken misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as McCraken controls the action.
Nice body punch from McCraken.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Lombardo.
McCraken misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCraken is trying to break free.
McCraken fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McCraken presses Lombardo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McCraken lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCraken tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of McCraken's head.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from McCraken.
McCraken prevents a body shot from Lombardo. #T3#
McCraken misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
A shot in the inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo works on McCraken's body with a couple of short punches.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from McCraken.
McCraken struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
McCraken takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lombardo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCraken blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
McCraken goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from McCraken.
McCraken tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC2#
McCraken breaks the clinch.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T4#
McCraken throws a leg kick but Lombardo moved away.
Lombardo thuds a left hand into McCraken's body.
McCraken moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
McCraken connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lombardo scores with a nice strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo tries to clinch but McCraken moves out of range.
McCraken misses with a wild body shot.
McCraken throws a body kick that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCraken. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCraken misses with a leg kick.
Lombardo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lombardo throws a body punch but McCraken moves out of range.
McCraken is trying to counter with his kicks.
McCraken jabs at Lombardo's body.
McCraken blocks a head kick by Lombardo.
McCraken checks a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
McCraken scores with a nice head shot.#CL2#
McCraken drives through and clinches with Lombardo against the cage.
Lombardo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCraken goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCraken lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McCraken lands a body punch.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lombardo lands with a left to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lombardo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCraken.
McCraken tries to throw a body punch but Lombardo avoids it by throwing McCraken back against the cage.
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCraken pushes Lombardo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo misses with a punch on the inside.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from McCraken.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo tries a body shot but McCraken blocks it.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
McCraken tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lombardo's elbow.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from McCraken.
McCraken has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
McCraken throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lombardo blocks it with crossed arms.
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
McCraken working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCraken.
The referee is keeping an eye on Lombardo - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
McCraken working aggressively here.
Lombardo lands with a short shot to the head.
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as McCraken controls the action.
Lombardo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McCraken is working Lombardo over against the cage.
Lombardo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCraken tries to throw a body punch but Lombardo avoids it by throwing McCraken back against the cage.
McCraken tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
McCraken lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo controlling the action here for a moment.
Lombardo lands an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McCraken or not.
McCraken is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
McCraken working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McCraken goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
McCraken breaks the clinch.
McCraken walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McCraken tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lombardo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lombardo works the jab nicely.
McCraken throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a right hand to the body.
Lombardo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CL#
Lombardo rushes McCraken and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A right hand to the body from Lombardo.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Lombardo pushes McCraken back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo digs a right hand into McCraken's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on McCraken's gas tank.
Lombardo pushes off an throws an elbow but McCraken leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
McCraken has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
A short right from Lombardo.
Lombardo swings wildly with an uppercut but McCraken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo tries to work over McCraken's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCraken swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lombardo blocks a body shot from McCraken.
McCraken pushes Lombardo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo pushes McCraken back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by McCraken.
McCraken blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of McCraken's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo misses with the head strike. #T4#
McCraken lands with a short punch from the clinch.
McCraken lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
McCraken digs a right hand underneath Lombardo's ribcage. Lombardo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
McCraken struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land.
Santino Lombardo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
McCraken tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo lands a left hand.
A shot in the inside from McCraken.
Still in the clinch, McCraken scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lombardo lands an uppercut.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
McCraken takes a shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of McCraken backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo had his way with Dougal McCraken in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Lombardo scores with a jab.
McCraken swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lombardo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCraken.
McCraken misses with a looping left.
McCraken takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McCraken walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lombardo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Good leg kick by Lombardo.
McCraken throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
McCraken dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lombardo. That did some damage!
Lombardo's jab looks to have found its range, popping McCraken under the eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McCraken let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
McCraken thuds his right hand into Lombardo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lombardo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McCraken throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and moves out of range.
McCraken takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
McCraken on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A low kick lands for McCraken.
Lombardo throws a poor cross that misses
and McCraken counters with a nice uppercut.
McCraken looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lombardo checks the leg kick.
McCraken throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Lombardo was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McCraken.
Lombardo scores with a sloppy right hand. McCraken should have avoided that one.
Lombardo misses with a low kick as McCraken jumps back.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCraken.
A solid leg kick lands there for McCraken.
Lombardo with a nice calf kick.
McCraken wants to slow Lombardo down by chopping away at his legs.
McCraken blocks a head kick by Lombardo.
Both fighters circling a little - Lombardo finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick. #T2#
McCraken is looking to slow Lombardo down with leg kicks.
Lombardo wants to slow McCraken down by chopping away at his legs.
McCraken throws a low kick but Lombardo moves out of range easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Lombardo misses the target.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo moves out of range of the leg kick from McCraken.
Lombardo is looking to counter punch.
McCraken connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McCraken misses with a head kick.
A solid body kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo lands with a nice body kick.
A lazy left from McCraken finds it's target.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
McCraken checks a low kick from Lombardo.
A little jabbing left from McCraken on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McCraken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but McCraken moved away.#T3#
McCraken looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lombardo scores with a spinning back kick!
Lombardo blocks a leg kick.
McCraken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McCraken looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lombardo tried to counter with a leg kick but McCraken avoided it.
Lombardo throws a body punch but McCraken moves out of range.
McCraken looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McCraken has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McCraken fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dougal McCraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A swing and a miss from McCraken.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCraken.
McCraken takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
McCraken misses the jab.
McCraken bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
McCraken misses with a wild body shot.
McCraken throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot. #T4#
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
McCraken throws a head kick that misses
and Lombardo counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Lombardo lets loose with a powerful body kick. McCraken will feel that in the morning.
McCraken is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Lombardo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McCraken has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
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!
Lombardo moves away from the strike by McCraken.
McCraken lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McCraken throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo doesn't manage to clinch there - McCraken circles away.
Santino Lombardo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McCraken throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
McCraken throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo delivers a nice body kick.
McCraken throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body. McCraken takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nice straight punches there by Lombardo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lombardo.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 48:47
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:47
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Santino Lombardo!
Santino Lombardo retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Santino Lombardo 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: GAMMA#853 Lohmus v MacArthur
Date: Sep 19, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rones sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rones thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo swings for the body but Rones moves out of range.
Lombardo lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Rones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lombardo with a nice cross.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Rones off balance momentarily.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rones's head backwards.
Rones ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A jab from Rones misses.
Rones swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.
Rones looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Rones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rones misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rones backing away here, and Lombardo unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A punch lands to the side of Rones 's head but he takes it in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A chopping leg kick lands by Lombardo.
A big left from Rones misses.
Lombardo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Rones scores with a hook to the body. Lombardo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lombardo dodges the punch combination from Rones. #T1#
Rones avoids the head kick by Lombardo.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Rones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rones throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
A jab lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body shot.
Rones throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Rones.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Rones's shoulder, as Rones tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo tries to work over Rones's front leg with a kick but Rones checks it.
An attempted straight right counter from Rones misses the target.
Lombardo 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.
Rones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Joy Rones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Rones.
Rones feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Rones connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lombardo's hands.
Rones throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo tests Rones's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rones takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Rones lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Rones scores with a body shot.
Lombardo's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rones under the eye.
Rones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
A swing and a miss from Rones.
Lombardo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Rones throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rones misses with a kick to the body.
Rones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rones.
Lombardo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rones.
Lombardo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lombardo is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Rones had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Rones misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Lombardo scores with a jab.
Rones throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo is looking to score with low kicks.#T3#
Lombardo scores with a hook.
Lombardo takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lombardo lands a nice hook to Rones's body. Rones takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rones loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Rones avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo works Rones's body with a nice hook.
Rones misses the body punch
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Lombardo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Rones tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Rones jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rones throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Rones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Rones lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rones misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Lombardo takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lombardo throws a front kick aimed at Rones's knee but Rones avoids it well.
Rones checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4#
Good shot there by Lombardo.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lombardo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lombardo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lombardo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Rones.
Rones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lombardo's head.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Rones slips the punch.
A right-left combo lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rones throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo cracks Rones with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rones misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rones lands a jab to the head.
Lombardo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Rones misses with a jab to the body
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo misses with a head kick.
Rones connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Rones might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lombardo feints and then cracks Rones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rones down.
Rones throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rones.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rones darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rones throws a low kick, looking for Lombardo's leg but Lombardo calmly moves out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Lombardo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Rones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Rones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lombardo.
Lombardo looks to throw the jab but Rones is out of range.
It looked like Rones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rones works over Lombardo's head and body with a nice combination.#T1#
Lombardo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lombardo tries to land a front kick but Rones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lombardo misses with the body kick
and Rones makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Rones - that will leave a mark!
Rones misses the jab.
Rones misses with a body punch
and Lombardo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Rones's knee momentarily.
Rones misses the shot to the body.
Good shot there by Rones.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo thinks about the counter body kick.
Rones throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice kick to the body.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Rones stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Rones takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Rones sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Rones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rones goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lombardo is trying to counter with his kicks.#T2#
Lombardo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A nice side step and Lombardo releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Rones throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo swings for the body but Rones moves out of range.
Rones loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lombardo scoring well with a low kick there.
Rones's corner calls for a 1-2. Rones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Rones looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Rones on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lombardo thumps Rones with a low kick.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Rones.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but Rones moved out of range.
Rones throws the kick towards the body but Lombardo avoids it.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rones.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rones.
Rones missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rones throws a lazy uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Rones's corner calls for a 1-2. Rones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Rones takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Rones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lombardo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Rones saw that one coming.
Rones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A punch lands to the side of Lombardo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lombardo misses with a straight right.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo with a hook.
Rones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Rones pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rones on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rones throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Rones blocks it well.
Rones scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lombardo in his tracks. #T4#
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rones. That did some damage!
A jab from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lombardo sizes up Rones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Rones.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rones manages to avoid it.
Rones swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rones throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rones.
Rones just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rones lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rones on the side of the head.
Rones misses with a hook
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Rones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rones misses with a low kick as Lombardo jumps back.
Rones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rones missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rones takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Rones jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Lombardo lands a nice hook to Rones's body. Rones takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rones avoids the head kick by Lombardo.
Rones is looking to counter punch.
Rones cracks Lombardo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Rones is just out of range.
Rones throws an off balance right hand
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rones moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo connects with a single shot there.
Rones throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side. #T1#
Lombardo tries to land a leg kick but Rones saw it coming and moves away.
Lombardo cracks Rones with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lombardo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lombardo lands a jab.
Rones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lombardo.
A thudding body kick lands there by Lombardo!
Lombardo works Rones's body with a nice hook.
Rones misses with a hook
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Rones misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo throws a front kick that sends Rones stumbling back into the cage.
Rones looks for the body kick but Lombardo saw that one coming.
Rones misses with a body shot.
Lombardo misses with a hook.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Rones down.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body.
A big right from Rones misses. #T2#
Rones takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rones.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rones slips a straight right by Lombardo.
A jab from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Rones misses with a wild body shot.
Rones misses the jab.
Rones throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the body.
Lombardo slips a jab from Rones.
Lombardo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Rones misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
A punch lands to the side of Rones 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lombardo connects with a jab.
Rones wants to land a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Lombardo there.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Rones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Rones defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Rones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rones throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lombardo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Good exchange - Rones coming out on top.
Rones tries to bum rush Lombardo with a series of wild strikes but Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
Rones misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rones looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo lands a jab to the head.
Lombardo scores with a kick to the body.
Rones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo slips a jab from Rones.
Lombardo throws a low kick, looking for Rones's leg but Rones calmly moves out of range. #T4#
Lombardo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Lombardo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rones lands a really nice looking cross but Lombardo seems unphased.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rones was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Rones saw that one coming.
Lombardo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Some bone on bone action there as Lombardo checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rones throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo punishes Rones's body with a nice straight punch.
Lombardo throws a leg kick
and Rones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the body.
Rones moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Rones tries to land a leg kick but Lombardo saw it coming and moves away.
Rones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo really dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Rones.
Lombardo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rones. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Rones avoids the punch easily.
Rones pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A shot to the liver by Rones. Beautiful body shot.
Lombardo scores with a nice strike.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but Rones moved out of range.
Rones slips a jab from Lombardo.
Rones will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Rones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo lands with a right hand.
Rones throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo lands a glancing blow to the side of Rones's head.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Rones moved away.
Rones tries to land a front kick but Lombardo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Rones takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Rones throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Lombardo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rones doesn't seem bothered though.
Rones avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Rones throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A low kick lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Lombardo connects with a body shot.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rones.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Rones down.
Lombardo scores with a spinning back kick!
Rones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Rones misses with a straight left.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rones moves away.
Rones misses with a looping right.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Rones checks it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rones wants to land a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Lombardo staying out of range there.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo throws a jab when Rones was well out of range.
Lombardo takes a swing at Rones's ribcage but misses.
Rones checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Rones throws a combination that misses
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rones throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rones misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a good low kick that Rones was not able to check.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo throws a front kick that sends Rones stumbling back into the cage.
Rones just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo cracks Rones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Rones misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T3#
Lombardo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Rones lands the left hand.
Rones takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rones misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with an inside leg kick.
Rones takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rones misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rones. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo lands a front kick.
Rones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lombardo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Rones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rones.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Rones down.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice straight punches there by Rones. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rones.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo catches Rones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Rones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Rones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rones scores with a nice strike.
Rones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd cheers as Rones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lombardo doesn't seem phased though.
Lombardo lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Lombardo uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rones has time to react.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Rones moved away.
Rones 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.
Rones avoids the head kick by Lombardo.
Rones avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Rones lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo throws a low kick but Rones avoids it.
Lombardo connects with a looping right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Rones throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo needs to keep his hands up - Rones had a free shot at his head there.
Lombardo throws a low kick, looking for Rones's leg but Rones calmly moves out of range.
Nice body punch from Rones.
Rones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Rones lands a two punch combo.
Lombardo throws a nice head kick!
Rones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rones.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rones.
Lombardo moves out of range as Rones throws a body kick.
Rones throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rones looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lombardo cracks Rones with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo digs a good hook to Rones's body.
Rones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
Rones scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Rones misses with a straight right.
Lombardo slips a jab and a cross from Rones.
Rones misses the jab.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Lombardo lands with an overhand left.
A swing and a miss from Rones.
Lombardo misses with a lunging right hand
and Rones counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rones lands with a good body shot.
Rones keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Rones jabs Lombardo right on the nose. Lombardo blinks but takes it well.
Rones thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Lombardo if he has to take too many more of those.
Rones loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo scores with a jab to the head.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
Lombardo slips under a jab.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rones ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
A slow jab from Rones misses its intended target.
Rones cracks a nice hook into Lombardo's ribs.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rones throws out the jab.
Lombardo dips to his left and cracks Rones with an uppercut!
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lombardo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Rones throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Rones lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lombardo circles away quickly and effectively.
Lombardo throws a front kick that sends Rones stumbling back into the cage.
A jab from Rones does it's job there.
Rones misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Rones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Lombardo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Roness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Lombardo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rones.
Rones throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Rones throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo throws a lazy right hand but Rones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Joy Rones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rones throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lombardo.
Rones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lombardo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Rones takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rones is looking to land body kicks.
Rones throws a front kick aimed at Lombardo's knee but Lombardo avoids it well.
Rones misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rones doesn't seem bothered though. #T4#
Lombardo lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Rones walks into a straight right hand from Lombardo.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A big right from Rones misses.
Rones finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Lombardo moves out of range of the body kick.
Rones goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lombardo replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Rones blocks it well.
Santino Lombardo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Rones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rones takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Rones throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rones swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Rones.
Lombardo lands a jab to Rones's midsection.
Rones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Santino Lombardo.
Well Lombardo 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 45:50
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 45:50
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 45:50

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

Event: GAMMA#848 Bolleke v DeSilva
Date: Aug 22, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Benedetti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo digs a good body shot into Benedetti's ribs.
Lombardo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lombardo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jab, jab by Lombardo - just one landing.
Lombardo connects with a single shot there.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Benedetti moved out of range nicely.
Benedetti was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lombardo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A cross from Lombardo lands.
Benedetti seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Lombardo throws an off balance right hand
and Benedetti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Benedetti appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Benedetti throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Benedetti misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice shot by Lombardo.
The fighters circling - Benedetti throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Benedetti's leg. Benedetti is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lombardo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lombardo has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Benedetti takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nice shot lands for Lombardo.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lombardo. Benedetti shrugs it off though.
Good work by Benedetti as he checks the leg kick.
Benedetti misses with a straight right.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Nice cross by Lombardo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo tries to clinch but Benedetti is having none of it.
Lombardo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Benedetti counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Benedetti takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Lombardo lands with a kick to the ribs.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Santino Lombardo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Benedetti takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lombardo lunges at Benedetti with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Benedetti's hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Benedetti misses the target. #T3#
Benedetti walks into a stiff left hand from Lombardo.
Nice uppercut there from Benedetti.
Lombardo misses with a jab to the body
and Benedetti counters with a straight right hand.
Benedetti is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lombardo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Benedetti.
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Benedetti crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Lombardo - the referee stops the clock and Benedetti gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Lombardo. Benedetti manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Benedetti takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lombardo scores with a hook.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Benedetti's sensitive parts.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Benedetti moves out of range.
Benedetti throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Benedetti blocks it well.
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!
Benedetti misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Lombardo digs a good body shot into Benedetti's ribs.
Benedetti fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lombardo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Benedetti is out of range.
Benedetti throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo throws a push kick but Benedetti slaps the foot to one side.
Lombardo shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Good exchange - Lombardo coming out on top.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Benedetti.
Benedetti misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Benedetti takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Benedetti blocks a head kick by Lombardo.
Benedetti was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Benedetti moved away.
Lombardo throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Benedetti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Benedetti throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Benedetti slips the punch.
It looked like Benedetti wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Benedetti doesn't seem bothered though.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Benedetti might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo scores with a body shot.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Benedetti manages to avoid it.
Benedetti throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.#T1#
Lombardo misses with a hook
and Benedetti makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lombardo sizes up Benedetti with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A leg kick checked by Benedetti.
Benedetti swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Benedetti throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Benedetti chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lombardo can pounce on him.
Benedetti is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Benedetti's shoulder, as Benedetti tries to avoid the shot.
Benedetti swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Crunch! Lombardo slams his shin into Benedetti's torso.
Benedetti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo looks to throw the jab but Benedetti is out of range.
Nice body punch from Benedetti. #T2#
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Benedetti throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo tries to clinch up but Benedetti circles away and keeps his distance.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Benedetti takes one on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Benedetti moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Benedetti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Benedetti on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Benedetti moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lombardo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Benedetti.
Lombardo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T3#
Lombardo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice shot lands for Lombardo.
Benedetti walks into a left hand.
Benedetti takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Benedetti loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Benedetti was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Benedetti stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lombardo tries a head kick but it misses.
Lombardo scores with a punch to the head.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Benedetti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.#T4#
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Benedetti looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Benedetti chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lombardo can pounce on him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big left from Benedetti misses.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut
and Benedetti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Benedetti's shoulder, as Benedetti tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Benedetti.
Lombardo throws out a counter right but Benedetti avoids it with no problem.
Lombardo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Benedetti on the side of the head.
Benedetti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo throws a good cross that connects.
Benedetti misses with a left hand
and Lombardo finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Benedetti looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
Benedetti is looking to counter punch.
Benedetti moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lombardo misses with a hook. Benedetti ducked under it nicely.
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Benedetti's leg. Benedetti is trying to keep his angry face on.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lombardo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Benedetti will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Benedetti.
Benedetti misses with a left hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Benedetti takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Benedetti on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lombardo thows a body kick. Benedetti tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Lombardo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Benedetti swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Lombardo looks to throw a body kick
and Benedetti counters with a stiff right hand.
Benedetti on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
Benedetti misses the jab.
Benedetti throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo cracks Benedetti with an open hand slap.
Mario Benedetti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Benedetti throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Benedetti. Benedetti circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lombardo, as that shot connected.
Benedetti 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.
Benedetti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice body kick from Lombardo.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Benedetti misses the target.
Lombardo throws out a leg kick but Benedetti moves out of range and Lombardo only half commits.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Benedetti.
Benedetti swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Benedetti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Benedetti 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.
Benedetti takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo tries to land a front kick but Benedetti steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
It looked like Benedetti was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lombardo.
Lombardo with the inside leg kick.
Lombardo slips a jab from Benedetti.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Benedetti is just out of range.
Benedetti throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Benedetti circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lombardo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4#
Benedetti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
It looked like Benedetti was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A jab from Benedetti misses.
Benedetti takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Santino Lombardo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Benedetti with a hook.
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!
Benedetti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Lombardo lands a glancing blow to the side of Benedetti's head.
Benedetti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.

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

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

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

Event: GAMMA#844 Grabber v Hiro
Date: Aug 01, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Rones slips the punch.
Rones lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CUT#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Lombardo misses with a low kick as Rones jumps back.
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
Rones misses with a hook.
Rones throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Jab, jab by Lombardo - just one landing.
A slow jab from Rones misses its intended target.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Rones throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rones throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Rones jabs Lombardo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lombardo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rones connects with a looping right hand.
Rones throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rones jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lombardo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Rones throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Rones throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lombardo counters with an outside leg kick.
Lombardo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A solid body kick from Lombardo.
The crowd cheers as Lombardo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rones doesn't seem phased though.
Rones takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo throws a front kick aimed at Rones's knee but Rones avoids it well.
Rones throws a lazy body kick
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rones moves out of range of the body kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lombardo - that will leave a mark!
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rones connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lombardo's hands.
Rones uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Rones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo lands with a nice body punch.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Rones avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Rones crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Lombardo - the referee stops the clock and Rones gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Lombardo. Rones manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Lombardo misses with a lunging right hand
and Rones counters with a left to the body. #T2#
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Rones rushes Lombardo and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Rones's ribcage. Rones let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Rones controls his hands.
Rones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lombardo's elbow.
Lombardo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rones digs a right hand into Lombardo's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lombardo's gas tank.
Rones scores with a shoulder strike.
Rones lands with a light punch inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Rones.
Rones is working Lombardo over against the cage.
A short right from Rones on the inside.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Rones controls his hands.
Rones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rones.
Lombardo trying to control the position but instead, Rones has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lombardo into the cage.
Rones lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards. #T3#
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rones backwards.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rones tries to throw a body punch but Lombardo avoids it by throwing Rones back against the cage.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Lombardo takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Rones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
Rones tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Rones avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Rones blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Rones.
Rones scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T4#
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Rones's ribcage. Rones let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lombardo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rones backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lombardo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo is working Rones over against the cage.
Lombardo tries to work over Rones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo swings wildly with an uppercut but Rones uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rones misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rones throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lombardo pushes Rones back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Rones lands a right hand.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rones prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rones throws a head punch that misses.
Rones throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lombardos head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joy Rones dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lombardo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rones tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lombardo is able to avoid easily.
Lombardo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Rones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rones.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rones scores with a jab. Lombardo acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #KD#
Rones cracks Lombardo with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Lombardo looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Rones finish him? #ROC#Lombardo is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo throws the kick towards the body but Rones avoids it.
Lombardo is still on wobbly legs! Can Rones finish him?
Rones fakes the body blow, causing Lombardo to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Lombardo goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Joy Rones!
Joy Rones retains his welterweight title!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Joy Rones waved his t-shirt featuring Fenrir Fightgear - Anno 2013's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: GAMMA#840 Damagon v MacArthur
Date: Jul 11, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Baba dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lombardo. That did some damage!
Lombardo throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Baba counters with a three punch combo that has Lombardo backing up. Lombardo nods at Baba to acknowledge the strikes.
Lombardo 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.
Baba throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lombardo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Baba with a hook.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Baba sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baba. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Baba throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baba buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Baba takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baba throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Baba.
Baba lands with a nice combination. Lombardo backs away looking to recover.#CUT#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Baba looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lombardo with the inside leg kick.
Baba misses with a straight left.
Lombardo moves forwards but Baba connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Baba explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#T1#
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Baba moved away.
A head kick misses from Baba.
Baba moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Baba throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Baba will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Baba throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
Baba throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo scores with a punch to the head.
Baba connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lombardo's hands.
Baba stuns Lombardo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Baba swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo gets off balance looking for a body kick
enabling Baba to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
Baba swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A nice side step and Lombardo releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Baba walks into a straight right hand from Lombardo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baba misses with an attempted mid kick. #T2#
A low kick from Baba is predictable there
and Lombardo counters with an outside leg kick.
Baba checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Baba to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo misses with a series of wild punches.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baba misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Baba misses with a head kick.
Lombardo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Baba checks it.
Baba appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Baba walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lombardo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Baba throws a body kick that misses.
Donk. Lombardo catches Baba right on the button with a cross.#CUT2#It looks like Afeef Isa Baba has been cut.
Baba bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lombardo's head backwards.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body kick.#T3#
Baba just misses with a punch to the body.
Baba misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Baba swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Baba.
Baba slips under a jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Baba.
Lombardo jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lombardo tries to work over Baba's front leg with a kick but Baba checks it.
Baba appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Lombardo lands a jab to Baba's midsection.
Jab from Baba.
Baba defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Baba misses with a leg kick.
Baba is looking to land body kicks.
Baba throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lombardo.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baba throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Baba blocks a leg kick.
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baba throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Baba is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Baba scores with a nice body kick.
Lombardo darts in trying to clinch
and Baba counters with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Baba throws a head kick but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo throws a push kick but Baba slaps the foot to one side.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baba looks to land a body kick but Lombardo moved away.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo avoids a kick to the body.
Baba slips a jab from Lombardo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Afeef Isa Baba dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Baba sees coming a mile off.
Baba loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Lombardo only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lombardo takes one to the side of the head.
Baba tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Baba.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Baba down.
Baba throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Lombardo might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Baba has got the better of the exchanges.
Lombardo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Baba is looking to slow Lombardo down with leg kicks.
Baba throws a nice inside leg kick.
Baba works Lombardo's body with a nice hook.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Baba lands a slapping body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo takes a swing at Baba's ribcage but misses.
Baba stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
Lombardo scores with a head kick. Baba tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A shot to the body from Baba misses
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Baba takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Lombardo digs a good hook to Baba's body.
Lombardo misses with a leg kick
and Baba counters with a good, hard body kick but Lombardo shrugs it off.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Baba.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lombardo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Baba's hands.
Lombardo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baba has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
Baba misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lombardo catches Baba with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Baba dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Baba throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Baba steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Lombardo. That one must have hurt.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lombardo - that will leave a mark!
Lombardo misses with a head kick.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body shot.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baba.
Lombardo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Baba throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
A nice side step and Lombardo releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baba manages to avoid it.
Baba throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lombardo.
Baba connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A big left from Baba misses.
Lombardo unleashes a big counter combination but Baba bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T3#
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Baba.
Baba throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice jab there from Lombardo.
Jab by Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a nice body kick.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo moves out of range as Baba strikes.
Lombardo only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Baba on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Baba moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Baba rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo counters with a nice leg kick.
Baba will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Baba thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo counters with a body kick.
Lombardo blocks the body kick. #T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Lombardo.
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!
Lombardo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Baba throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Baba throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Lombardo takes a swing at Baba's ribcage but misses.
Baba is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Baba moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
A quick step to the side and Baba tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baba misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Baba defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lombardo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Baba throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Lombardo throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Baba counters with a nice uppercut.
Baba throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Baba backing away here, and Lombardo unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Baba tries a head kick but it misses.
Baba throws a sloppy head kick
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Baba looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Baba ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Baba.
Baba shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A nice leg kick from Baba, right into the meat of the thigh.
Baba ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo throws a hook but Baba blocks it.
Baba swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baba avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Baba throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Baba. That did some damage!
Baba tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Baba.
Baba misses the jab.#T1#
Lombardo swings widly with a right hand
and Baba counters with a right hand to the body.
Jab, jab by Lombardo - just one landing.
Lombardo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Baba is out of range.
It appears Baba was looking to counter with a kick there.
Baba throws a right and a left that both miss.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baba. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Baba thumps Lombardo with a low kick.
Baba swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo connects with a body shot.#CL2#
Baba gets tackled into the cage by Lombardo. Lombardo maintains the clinch.
Lombardo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A right hook to the body lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo lands an uppercut.
Baba tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baba swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Lombardo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Baba goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
Baba goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Baba prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a right hand. #BC#
Baba escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Baba catches Lombardo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Donk. Lombardo catches Baba right on the button with a cross.
Baba is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Baba ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Baba takes one to the chin there.
Baba has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
Baba throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo cracks Baba with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T3#
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baba throws out the jab.
Baba checks a low kick from Lombardo.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Baba down.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the body.
Baba on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Baba throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lombardo misses with the body kick
and Baba counters with a low kick, right behind Lombardo 's knee.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Baba off balance momentarily.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lombardo misses with a straight right.
Jab by Lombardo.
Baba lands with a good body shot.
Lombardo jabs at Baba's body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T4#
Baba avoids the head kick by Lombardo.
Good standup being displayed there by Lombardo as he connects with a hook.
Baba throws the kick towards the body but Lombardo avoids it.
Lombardo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lombardo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Baba lands with a kick to the ribs.
Baba slips under a jab.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo wants to land a leg kick but Baba is out of range.
Baba tried to counter with a leg kick but Lombardo avoided it.
Lombardo scores with a punch to the head.
Lombardo misses with a looping left.
Baba takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lombardo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A low kick from Baba misses
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo misses with a right hand
and Baba counters with a body kick.
Baba throws a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.
Lombardo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Santino Lombardo!
An out of breath Santino Lombardo thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: GAMMA#837 Spike v Horse
Date: Jun 27, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Daughtrey throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Daughtrey was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Daughtrey throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And Lombardo responds with a good body kick, but Daughtrey manages to step out the way in time.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Daughtrey moves away.
Lombardo dodges the punch combination from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey throws a series of punches but Lombardo avoids them all with ease.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Daughtrey wants to clinch up but Lombardo keeps it at a distance.
A combination from Daughtrey does no damage.
Lombardo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Daughtrey tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lombardo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CUT#It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Daughtrey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lombardo.
Daughtrey takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Daughtrey.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Daughtrey cracks Lombardo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Daughtrey throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo flicks out a counter leg kick but Daughtrey steps away.#T1#
Lombardo connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Daughtrey momentarily.
Lombardo slips a jab from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey misses with a body shot.
Lombardo slips a jab from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Daughtrey throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Daughtrey fails in his attempt to clinch.
Daughtrey lands with an uppercut that bounces Lombardo off the cage and back into range.
Daughtrey blocks a jab.
Daughtrey swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
A big left from Daughtrey misses.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Daughtrey.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Daughtrey.
Daughtrey scores with a sloppy right hand. Lombardo should have avoided that one.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo cracks a nice hook into Daughtrey's ribs.
Daughtrey with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lombardo has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Daughtrey has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
Daughtrey misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Daughtrey misses with a body shot.
Daughtrey misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo lands a nice shot to the body.
Daughtrey throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Daughtrey takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo swings for the body but Daughtrey moves out of range.
Daughtrey ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Daughtrey gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lombardo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Daughtrey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Daughtrey looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Daughtrey checks it well.
Daughtrey is looking to counter punch.
A jab from Daughtrey misses.
Lombardo scores with the left hand. Daughtrey knows he should have avoided that one.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Daughtrey.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kevin Daughtrey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Lombardo is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Daughtrey rather than just go for the knockout.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Daughtrey moves away and avoids it.
Daughtrey swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Lombardo lands with a nice body punch.
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL2#
Lombardo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Daughtrey prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo dodges an elbow strike from Daughtrey.
Lombardo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Daughtrey avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Daughtrey blocks it. #BC2#
Lombardo manages to break the clinch.
Lombardo misses with a left hand
and Daughtrey makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lombardo looks to throw the jab but Daughtrey is out of range.
Daughtrey throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Daughtrey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Daughtrey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Daughtrey.
Lombardo moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT2#It looks like Kevin Daughtrey has been cut.
Daughtrey misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
Daughtrey drops his hands momentarily and Lombardo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Daughtrey keeps the fight on the outside.
Lombardo walks into a straight right hand from Daughtrey.
Lombardo feints and then cracks Daughtrey's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Daughtrey down.
Daughtrey needs to keep his hands up - Lombardo had a free shot at his head there.
A jab from Lombardo does it's job there.
A shot to the liver by Daughtrey. Beautiful body shot.
Daughtrey lands with a nice combination. Lombardo backs away looking to recover.
Lombardo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#CL#
Daughtrey rushes Lombardo and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Daughtrey.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Daughtrey blocks an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Daughtreys head.
Still in the clinch, Lombardo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Daughtrey blocks it.
A nice left hand lands by Daughtrey.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Daughtrey's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Lombardo throws a body punch but Daughtrey moves out of range.
Daughtrey misses with a body shot.
A head kick misses from Lombardo.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lombardo.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Daughtrey swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo keeps Daughtrey at a distance using the push kick.
Daughtrey misses the jab.
Daughtrey closes the distance but Lombardo moves to the side
and Lombardo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Daughtrey.
Daughtrey ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lombardo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo lands with an uppercut that bounces Daughtrey off the cage and back into range.
A big right from Daughtrey misses.
Daughtrey misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lombardo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Daughtrey misses with a shot to the body
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Daughtrey throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Lombardo misses.#T1#
Daughtrey takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Daughtrey is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lombardo connects with a body shot.
Lombardo lets loose with a powerful body kick. Daughtrey will feel that in the morning.
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lombardo wants to slow Daughtrey down by chopping away at his legs.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Daughtrey appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Daughtrey uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Daughtrey misses with a series of wild punches.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Daughtrey.
Daughtrey tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A big right from Daughtrey misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Daughtrey. #T2#
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Daughtrey throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo lands with an overhand left.
Daughtrey misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with an outside leg kick.
Daughtrey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Lombardo misses.
Daughtrey misses with a body shot.
A jab lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Daughtrey moved away.
Daughtrey throws a body shot but no joy.
Daughtrey will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Daughtrey loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Daughtrey ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Lombardo tries to counter by closing the distance.
Daughtrey feints a jab promting Lombardo to slip. Daughtrey then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Lombardo slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Daughtrey throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lombardo.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lombardo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Daughtrey misses with a shot to the body
and Lombardo counters with a nice body shot.
Daughtrey takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
Daughtrey moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lombardo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice cross by Lombardo.
Lombardo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Lombardo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Daughtrey.
Daughtrey avoids a kick to the body.
Daughtrey stuns Lombardo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Lombardo tries to counter by closing the distance.
Daughtrey throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Daughtrey takes one on the button.
Lombardo thows a body kick. Daughtrey tries to catch it but that hurt him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Daughtrey misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand.
Daughtrey throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lombardo lands with a straight right. Daughtrey didn't see that one coming.#T4#
Daughtrey keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Daughtrey throws a body shot but no joy.
Daughtrey looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Daughtrey takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lombardo is looking to slow Daughtrey down with leg kicks.
Daughtrey connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lombardo lands the left hand.
Lombardo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Daughtrey misses with a hook
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand. #ROC2#Daughtrey is rocked!
Lombardo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Oh Daughtrey is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Daughtrey.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Daughtrey slips the punch.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lombardo lands the left hand.
Lombardo cracks a nice hook into Daughtrey's ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Daughtrey looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
A low kick lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Daughtrey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
The crowd cheers as Daughtrey lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lombardo doesn't seem phased though.
Daughtrey seems to have got his legs back now.
Daughtrey looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Daughtrey cracks Lombardo with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lombardo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Daughtrey is out of range and Lombardo settles back down.
Lombardo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Daughtrey takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lombardo. Daughtrey shrugs it off though.
Lombardo is looking to slow Daughtrey down with leg kicks.
Daughtrey misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Daughtrey takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lombardo with a nice cross.
Daughtrey takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Daughtrey lands a two punch combo.
Lombardo cracks Daughtrey with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Daughtrey moves away.
A lazy left from Lombardo finds it's target.#T1#
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Lombardo! Daughtrey is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santino Lombardo!
Santino Lombardo thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: GAMMA#830 Jesus v McArthur
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1#
Lombardo dips to his left and cracks Miletich with an uppercut!
A good leg kick by Lombardo.
Miletich jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick.
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Miletich's leg. Miletich is trying to keep his angry face on.
A shot to the body from Miletich misses
and Lombardo counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Miletich thinking.
Miletich 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.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo is looking to slow Miletich down with leg kicks.
Lombardo throws a push kick but Miletich slaps the foot to one side.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Miletich off balance momentarily.
Lombardo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Miletich avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT2#
It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
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 shot to the body from Lombardo misses
and Miletich counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Miletich uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Miletich throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo works the jab nicely.
Miletich missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo throws a leg kick
and Miletich counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lombardo's knee momentarily.#T1#
Miletich takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Miletich moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Miletich pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Miletich scores with a body shot.
Nice cross by Miletich.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Miletich's head but Miletich sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo 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.
Miletich thuds his right hand into Lombardo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Miletich throws a head kick that misses
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Santino Lombardo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Miletich is looking to slow Lombardo down with leg kicks.
Lombardo scores with a nice strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Miletich throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Miletich.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Miletich was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Miletich counter with a right hand.
Miletich takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Miletich.
Lombardo half committed to a counter leg kick.#T2#
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miletich throws out the jab.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lombardo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Miletich to score with a decent uppercut.
Miletich lands a right hook to the body.
Miletich throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Miletich scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A nice leg kick from Lombardo, right into the meat of the thigh.
Miletich swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lombardo.
Miletich jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lombardo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Miletich is out of range and Lombardo settles back down.
A nice side step and Miletich releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Miletich walks into a jab.
Miletich throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Miletich has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lombardo finds it's way round the side to connect with Miletich's head.
Miletich bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Lombardo scores with a sloppy right hand. Miletich should have avoided that one.
Lombardo is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lombardo tests Miletich's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Miletich throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lombardo.
Lombardo motions for Miletich to come forward. Lombardo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
That kick from Miletich tenderised Lombardo's leg. Lombardo is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Miletich.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Miletich manages to avoid it.
Lombardo attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Miletich takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but Miletich moved out of range.
Lombardo plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Lombardo misses with a two punch combination.
Nice body kick from Lombardo.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo misses with a head kick.
Miletich checks a leg kick nicely.#CL#
Lombardo pushes Miletich up against the cage in a clinch.
Miletich tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Miletich's ribcage. Miletich let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Miletich lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Miletich misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Miletich swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Miletich blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Miletich tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Lombardo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Miletich blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Miletich blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Miletich fails to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo'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.
#R2#
Some bone on bone action there as Lombardo checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Miletich throws a lazy uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Miletich thumps Lombardo with a low kick.
Miletich jabs Lombardo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Miletich throws a solid leg kick but Lombardo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Miletich.
Lombardo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Miletich takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Miletich throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Miletich on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the body
and Miletich counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice shot lands for Miletich.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Miletich's shoulder, as Miletich tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Miletich.
Lombardo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick.
Miletich keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo lands a head shot.
Good leg kick by Miletich.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Lombardo lands a jab.
Lombardo catches Miletich with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Miletich tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo keeps Miletich at a distance using the push kick.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Miletich ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Miletich pulls out of a head kick attempt. #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!
Miletich scoring well with a low kick there.
Miletich throws out a powerful jab.
A nice leg kick from Lombardo, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Miletich moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo connects with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Miletich throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miletich.
Miletich dips to his left and cracks Lombardo with an uppercut!
Miletich lands a nice looking body shot.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Good exchange - Lombardo coming out on top.
Miletich's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lombardo throws a leg kick that is checked
and Miletich counters with a stiff right hand.
Lombardo throws a poor cross that misses
and Miletich counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Lombardo checks the leg kick.
Miletich tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Miletich.
Lombardo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miletich.
Lombardo with a nice cross.
Miletich throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Miletich lands a jab to the head.
A nice leg kick from Lombardo, right into the meat of the thigh.
Miletich throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Lombardo moves forwards but Miletich connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CUT2#
Santino Lombardo's cut is getting worse.
Lombardo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lombardo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Decent striking displayed by Miletich there.#ROC2#
Lombardo is rocked!
Miletich drops Lombardo with a huge uppercut! Lombardo drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Miletich is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mitch Miletich!
Mitch Miletich 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: GAMMA#824 Grabber v Paulin
Date: Apr 25, 2020

#R1#
Lombardo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lombardo darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Wrexham moves into the clinch successfully.
Wrexham tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wrexham misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lombardo lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wrexham or not.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wrexham .
Wrexham can't break the clinch.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Wrexham blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Wrexham misses with a punch on the inside.
Wrexham blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wrexham lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lombardo pushes Wrexham back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Wrexham blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Wrexham .
Wrexham tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wrexham throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Wrexham manages to break the clinch.
Wrexham lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo lands a right hook to the body.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wrexham .#T1#
Lombardo takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Wrexham blocks a jab.
Wrexham takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lombardo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wrexham throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
Wrexham fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wrexham chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lombardo can pounce on him.
Wrexham takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Wrexham on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The crowd cheers as Wrexham lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lombardo doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2#
It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Lombardo throws a sloppy head kick and Wrexham moves out of range easily.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Lombardo, right into the meat.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Wrexham . That did some damage!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wrexham throws a sloppy body shot
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wrexham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Wrexham lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lombardo circles away quickly and effectively.
A combination from Wrexham does no damage.
The fighters circling - Wrexham throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Lombardo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lombardo fails to land with a series of punches.
It seemed like Wrexham was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lombardo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Wrexham looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wrexham moves in looking to clinch but Lombardo pushes him off.
Wrexham throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wrexham lands a right hook to the body.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Wrexham . That did some damage!
Wrexham chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lombardo can pounce on him.
Lombardo scores with a jab.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Wrexham moves out of range.
Wrexham misses with a body shot.
Wrexham takes one to the chin there.
A good leg kick by Lombardo.
Wrexham throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
Nice body kick there by Wrexham .
Wrexham throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
Wrexham throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo. #T3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Lombardo.
Wrexham fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Wrexham throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a good, hard body kick but Wrexham shrugs it off.
Wrexham misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo punishes Wrexham 's body with a nice straight punch.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Wrexham .
Lombardo connects with a single shot there.
Wrexham throws a right hand that Lombardo ducks under and follows up with a left that Lombardo also avoids with ease.
Lombardo throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Nice defenses there by Wrexham .
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Wrexham .
Lombardo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wrexham swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
Wrexham misses the body punch
and Lombardo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lombardo tries a head kick but it misses.
Wrexham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo. #T4#
Wrexham tries to bum rush Lombardo with a series of wild strikes but Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Wrexham throws a big shot that misses.
Wrexham on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Wrexham throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wrexham throws a jab when Lombardo was well out of range.
Lombardo circles away from the clinch attempt
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Wrexham throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Wrexham .
Wrexham walks into a left hand.
Crunch! Wrexham slams his shin into Lombardo's torso.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo throws a good cross that connects.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wrexham moves away.
Wrexham throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lombardo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lombardo throws a jab when Wrexham was well out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wrexham ! But no joy.
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 Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Lombardo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wrexham on the side of the head.
Wrexham misses with a combination
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.
Wrexham misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
Wrexham tests Lombardo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lombardo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wrexham circles away quickly and effectively.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wrexham . Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Wrexham throws a front kick aimed at Lombardo's knee but Lombardo avoids it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Wrexham 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lombardo.
Wrexham connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lombardo momentarily.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wrexham tries to clinch up but Lombardo circles away and keeps his distance.
Tyler Wrexham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wrexham looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Lombardo misses the target.#T1#
Wrexham throws a nice looking combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wrexham will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Wrexham moves away and avoids it.
Wrexham throws the kick towards the body but Lombardo avoids it.
Wrexham throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Lombardo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Wrexham on the side of the head.
Lombardo lands with a straight right. Wrexham didn't see that one coming.
Wrexham clobbers Lombardo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Wrexham lands a nice shot that snaps Lombardo's head back.
Wrexham throws a body shot but no joy.
Wrexham takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo scores with a push kick.
Wrexham will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lombardo half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lombardo walks into a straight right hand from Wrexham .
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wrexham on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T2#
Lombardo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lombardo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Wrexham moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a jab to the head.
Nice uppercut there from Lombardo.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Both fighters circling a little - Lombardo finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Wrexham defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Wrexham throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo scores with a decent looking hook.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lombardo.
Lombardo closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lombardo connects with a crisp jab.
Wrexham with a nice cross.
Wrexham takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lombardo connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Wrexham momentarily. #T3#
Wrexham avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Lombardo lands a glancing blow to the side of Wrexham 's head.
Wrexham has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lombardo.
Lombardo cracks the inside of Wrexham 's front leg.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Wrexham .
A bone on bone clash there as Lombardo blocks the leg kick.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lombardo tests Wrexham 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wrexham misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo is looking to chop away at Wrexham 's legs.
Wrexham misses with a straight left.
Lombardo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wrexham throws a chopping leg kick but Lombardo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lombardo feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Wrexham has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Wrexham throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Wrexham throws a quick inside leg kick.
Wrexham throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range. #T4#
Wrexham looks for the body kick but Lombardo saw that one coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wrexham attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Wrexham misses with a shot to the body
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lombardo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lombardo wants to slow Wrexham down by chopping away at his legs.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Wrexham .
Wrexham cracks Lombardo with an open hand slap.
Wrexham closes the distance looking to clinch
and Lombardo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Wrexham rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lombardo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wrexham lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lombardo circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Wrexham fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Wrexham takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Good leg kick by Lombardo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. Wrexham looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lombardo throws a nice head kick!
Wrexham fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A quick step to the side and Lombardo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo connects with a body shot.
Wrexham misses with a low kick.
Wrexham misses with a series of wild punches.
Wrexham scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lombardo in his tracks.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wrexham .
Lombardo looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Wrexham throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Wrexham misses with a straight right.
Lombardo moves out of range of the body kick from Wrexham .
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Wrexham to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Lombardo moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wrexham throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Wrexham scores with a push kick.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Lombardo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lombardo.
Lombardo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. Wrexham looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Wrexham throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
A shot to the body from Wrexham misses
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Wrexham .
Wrexham throws a right and a left that both miss.
Wrexham takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wrexham throws a leg kick
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Lombardo moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wrexham looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Lombardo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice uppercut lands for Lombardo. That snapped Wrexham 's head back.
Wrexham gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wrexham misses the jab.#T2#
Wrexham 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lombardo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Wrexham scrambles back to his feet.
Some wild striking there from Wrexham .
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Wrexham is just out of range.
Wrexham 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.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo jabs at Wrexham 's body.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Wrexham misses with a leg kick
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A little jabbing left from Wrexham on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Wrexham uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.
A swing and a miss from Wrexham .
Wrexham throws a body kick that misses.
Wrexham misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Wrexham .
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wrexham . #T3#
Wrexham misses with an uppercut.
Wrexham takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lombardo scores with a kick to the body.
Lombardo throws a shot to the body.
Wrexham scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lombardo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A combination from Wrexham does no damage.
Tyler Wrexham has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lombardo throws a leg kick which misses Wrexham 's front leg but catches the back leg as Wrexham tries to avoid it.
Lombardo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wrexham is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Wrexham misses with a body shot.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombardo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Wrexham on the side of the head.
Wrexham has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Wrexham there as he acknowledges the shot.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wrexham misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Wrexham 's knee momentarily.
Wrexham misses with a body punch
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wrexham looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Lombardo throws a shot to the body.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Wrexham throws a big shot that misses.
Wrexham lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Wrexham throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo sizes up Wrexham with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Wrexham tries to land a leg kick but Lombardo saw it coming and moves away.
Lombardo tried to counter with a leg kick but Wrexham avoided it.
Lombardo lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Wrexham misses with a straight left.

And that's the end of the fight!
Santino Lombardo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lombardo, 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: FARTMMA 90
Date: Mar 21, 2020

#R1#
Serronen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Serronen throws a solid leg kick but Lombardo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Serronen.
We've been told by Lombardo's head coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Serronen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Serronen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Serronen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Serronen can pounce on him.
Serronen moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
A countering left hand to the body from Serronen misses.
Lombardo takes one on the button.
Serronen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo moves out of range of the body kick.
Serronen 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.
Serronen connects with a looping right hand.
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Good leg kick by Lombardo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Lombardo takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Serronen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little jabbing left from Serronen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Serronen throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Serronen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Serronen misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a low kick, right behind Serronen 's knee.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Serronen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Serronen.
Aku Serronen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut lands for Lombardo. That snapped Serronen's head back.
Serronen throws a lazy uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a nice body kick.
Serronen throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo's corner calls for a 1-2. Lombardo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lombardo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Serronen tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lombardo is able to avoid easily.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Serronen moved out of range nicely.
Both fighters circling a little - Serronen finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Serronen.
Serronen throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with an outside leg kick.
Lombardo takes a swing at Serronen's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Serronen looks for the body kick but Lombardo saw that one coming.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lombardo takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lombardo.
Serronen tries a low kick but Lombardo avoids it.
Serronen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Lombardo tries to work over Serronen's front leg with a kick but Serronen checks it.
Serronen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Serronen misses with a head kick.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Serronen connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Serronen throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Serronen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
A slow jab from Serronen misses its intended target.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Serronen.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Serronen.
Lombardo is looking to land body kicks.#T3#
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body.
Serronen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Serronen's knee momentarily.
Serronen misses with a right hand
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Serronen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lombardo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lombardo tries to clinch but Serronen is having none of it.
Serronen with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lombardo to score with a decent uppercut.
Serronen connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Serronen misses with a jab to the body
and Lombardo counters with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo dodges the punch combination from Serronen.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Serronen.
Lombardo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Serronen's head.
Lombardo lands with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A shot to the liver by Lombardo. Beautiful body shot.
Lombardo jabs Serronen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Serronen tries to work over Lombardo's front leg with a kick but Lombardo checks it.
Serronen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Serronen moves away.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Serronen walks into a left hand.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Serronen takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Serronen fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lombardo checks it well.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Serronen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Serronen.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. Serronen looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Serronen attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo is looking to counter punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Serronen throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lombardo misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Serronen to counter with a crisp jab.
Serronen cracks Lombardo with an open hand slap.
Nice uppercut there from Serronen.
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 Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Serronen misses with a looping right.
Lombardo throws out a powerful jab.
Lombardo connects with a high kick.
Serronen misses with a low kick.
Lombardo lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Serronen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lombardo tries to land a leg kick but Serronen saw it coming and moves away.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Serronen's head backwards.
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
Serronen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Serronen moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Serronen throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Nice body kick there by Serronen.
Lombardo is looking to score with low kicks.
Serronen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lombardo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Serronen swats away the attempt to clinch by Lombardo.#T1#
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Serronen sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Serronen scores with a nice body kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Serronen tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Serronen's head but Serronen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Serronen misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo thinks about countering with a body kick.
Serronen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Serronen throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
Serronen tries to work over Lombardo's front leg with a kick but Lombardo checks it.
Serronen misses the jab.
Serronen just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Serronen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A low kick from Serronen misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Serronen. Lombardo shrugs it off though. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo throws a push kick but Serronen slaps the foot to one side.
Serronen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Serronen missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Serronen down.
Serronen checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a jab. Serronen acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Serronen misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Serronen misses with a head kick.
Serronen throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Lombardo.
Serronen connects with a right hand. Lombardo shakes it off.
Serronen bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lombardo's head.
Serronen throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It appears Lombardo was looking to counter with a kick there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Serronen.
Lombardo checks the leg kick.
A quick step to the side and Lombardo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T3#
Serronen scores with a punch to the head.
Serronen slips a jab from Lombardo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Serronen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Serronen is looking for the big counter here.
Lombardo 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.
Serronen cracks Lombardo with a good jab.
Lombardo throws a front kick that sends Serronen stumbling back into the cage.
Lombardo connects with a crisp jab.
Serronen takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Serronen.
Lombardo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lombardo swings away with a body shot that misses
and Serronen makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Lombardo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lombardo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Serronen throws the kick towards the body but Lombardo avoids it.
Lombardo scores with a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Serronen needs to keep his hands up - Lombardo had a free shot at his head there.#T4#
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Serronen throws a front kick aimed at Lombardo's knee but Lombardo avoids it well.
An attempted straight right counter from Lombardo misses the target.
Serronen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Donk. Serronen catches Lombardo right on the button with a cross.
Serronen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Lombardo checks a low kick from Serronen.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Serronen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Lombardo tries a low kick but Serronen avoids it.
Serronen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Serronen throws a push kick but Lombardo slaps the foot to one side.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Serronen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo throws a jab when Serronen was well out of range.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
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 Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Santino Lombardo is winning the standup battle so far.
Serronen misses with a low kick.
A shot to the liver by Lombardo. Beautiful body shot.
Serronen moves out of range of the body kick from Lombardo.
A little jabbing left from Serronen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Serronen throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big right from Serronen misses.
Serronen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Serronen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Serronen's sensitive parts.
Lombardo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Serronen moves away and avoids it.
A lazy body kick from Serronen
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Serronen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Serronen avoids the body shot from Lombardo. #T1#
Serronen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Serronen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Serronen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
A chopping leg kick lands by Serronen.
Lombardo throws a jab when Serronen was well out of range.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Serronen.
Serronen thuds his right hand into Lombardo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Serronen.
Serronen motions for Lombardo to come forward. Serronen throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Serronen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Donk. Serronen catches Lombardo right on the button with a cross.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Serronen missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo tries a low kick but Serronen avoids it.
An inside leg kick lands from Serronen.
Aku Serronen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Serronen is out of range and Lombardo settles back down.
Lombardo avoids a kick to the body.
Lombardo thuds his right hand into Serronen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Serronen tries a head kick but it misses.
Serronen takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Serronen loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Serronen lands with a good body shot.
Serronen throws a head kick but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo throwing a counter right hand but Serronen manages to avoid it.
Serronen looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Serronen throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Serronen misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a right hand to the body.
Lombardo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Serronen's head.
Lombardo thumps Serronen with a low kick.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Serronen's head backwards.
Lombardo is looking to chop away at Serronen's legs.
Serronen appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Serronen looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Serronen swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Serronen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo lands with an uppercut that bounces Serronen off the cage and back into range.
Serronen takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Serronen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Serronen takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Serronen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A cross from Lombardo lands.
Lombardo scoring well with a low kick there.
Jab, jab by Lombardo - just one landing.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo avoids a kick to the body.
Lombardo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
That kick from Serronen tenderised Lombardo's leg. Lombardo is trying to keep his angry face on.
Serronen just misses with a punch to the body.
Serronen misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Lombardo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Serronen.
A solid body kick from Lombardo.
Serronen misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Serronen thinking.
Lombardo throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Serronen thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo counters with a nice kick to the body.
Serronen misses the shot to the body.
Serronen misses with a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Lombardo jabs Serronen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Serronen just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Serronen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And Lombardo counters with a quick kick to the body but Serronen blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Serronen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Serronen might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Lombardo has got the better of the exchanges.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Serronen moved away.
Lombardo with a body punch. A glancing blow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Santino Lombardo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lombardo 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:29

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

Event: FARTMMA 86
Date: Feb 28, 2020

#R1#
Curtis missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Curtis manages to avoid it.
The fighters circling - Curtis throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Curtis closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Curtis lands a right hand.
Curtis is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Curtis blocks it. #BC#
Curtis breaks from the clinch.
Curtis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Panda Sprawl n Brawl in the buildup to the fight.
Curtis is looking to clinch but Lombardo is avoiding it.
Curtis looks to land a body kick but Lombardo moved away.
The crowd cheers as Lombardo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Curtis doesn't seem phased though.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Curtis.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Curtis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo misses with a leg kick.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Curtis misses with a double jab. #CL2#
Lombardo drives through and clinches with Curtis against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Curtis has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
A body shot lands from Curtis. #T1#
Curtis leaning against his opponent.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Curtis can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
Lombardo throws a punch but it's blocked by Curtis.
Lombardo scores with a shoulder strike.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Curtis tries a body shot but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Curtis.
Lombardo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Curtis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike.
Curtis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Curtis misses with a punch to the body.
Curtis lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Curtis controls his hands.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Curtis.
Curtis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lombardo's elbow.
Curtis looking to slow down the pace here.
Curtis makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2#
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo throws a punch but it's blocked by Curtis.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Curtis presses Lombardo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Curtis is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lombardo is keeping busy.
Curtis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
Curtis throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lombardos head.
Curtis lands with a right to the head.
Curtis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Curtis.
Curtis is trying to break free.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Curtis is trying to break the clinch but Lombardo has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Curtis manages to break the clinch.
Curtis takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Curtis tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lombardo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Curtis misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A shot to the liver by Lombardo. Beautiful body shot.
Curtis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Topher Curtis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Lombardo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Curtis.
Curtis missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
A nice inside leg kick there by Curtis. That's going to slow Lombardo down.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Curtis is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Curtis throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lombardo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Curtis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lombardo. That's going to slow Curtis down.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Curtis.
A swing and a miss from Curtis.
Lombardo slips a jab from Curtis.
Curtis explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Lombardo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Lombardo throws a jab when Curtis was well out of range.
Curtis throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Curtis tries to clinch up but Lombardo circles away and keeps his distance.#T4#
Curtis throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Curtis misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A slow jab from Curtis misses its intended target.
Curtis throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Curtis thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Curtis.
Lombardo is looking to land body kicks.
Curtis blocks a jab.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lombardo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Curtis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lombardo scrambles back to his feet.
Curtis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Curtis avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo thuds his right hand into Curtis's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Curtis moved out of range nicely.
Curtis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Curtis swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice body kick.
Curtis connects with the punch.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
The fighters circling - Curtis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Santino Lombardo 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#
Curtis misses with a looping right.
Curtis loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Lombardo tries a quick counter leg kick but Curtis is wise to it.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with the left hand. Curtis knows he should have avoided that one.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Curtis.
Lombardo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Curtis misses with the body kick
and Lombardo counters with an outside leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Lombardo.
Curtis throws a low kick but Lombardo moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Curtis.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Lombardo.
Curtis throws out a leg kick but Lombardo moves out of range and Curtis only half commits.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Curtis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Curtis throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Lombardo's head.
Lombardo cracks Curtis with a good jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Curtis misses with a kick to the body.
Curtis jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
A big left from Curtis misses.
Curtis misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Curtis misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Curtis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lombardo cracks Curtis with a right hand to the side of the head.
Curtis looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Curtis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Curtis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo counters with a nice body shot.
Lombardo misses with a head kick.
Curtis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Curtis throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo lands a jab to the nose.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Curtis scores with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Curtis is just out of range.
Lombardo walks into a straight right hand from Curtis.
Curtis throws a lazy head kick
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Curtis off balance momentarily.
Lombardo is looking to chop away at Curtis's legs.
Curtis tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Curtis tests Lombardo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Curtis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lombardo to score with a decent uppercut.
Curtis lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lombardo pushes Curtis away with a front kick.#CL2#
Lombardo rushes Curtis and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Curtis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Curtis tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Curtis breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Curtis looks to land a body kick but Lombardo moved away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lombardo! But no joy.#T3#
Curtis misses with a straight left.
Lombardo throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Lombardo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lombardo lands a really nice looking cross but Curtis seems unphased.
Lombardo lands a really nice looking cross but Curtis seems unphased.
Curtis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo lands with a kick to the ribs.
Curtis drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Curtis misses with a left hand
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lombardo, as that shot connected. #ROC2#
Curtis is rocked!
A big right followed by a crushing left from Lombardo knocks Curtis out cold! Ouch - that one's going to be featured in highlight reels for years to come!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Santino Lombardo!
A very excited looking Santino Lombardo made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
In defeat, Topher Curtis stepped up to the mic, saying 'Everybody loses sometimes which means he got lucky today. Next time we meet will result in a broken jaw.'.

Event: FARTMMA 81: Awakenings
Date: Jan 25, 2020

#R1#
Lombardo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Serronen checks it well.
Serronen just misses with a punch to the body.
Serronen has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Lombardo is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Serronen throws a leg kick
and Serronen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Serronen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A low kick from Serronen is predictable there
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Serronen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Serronen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Serronen fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lombardo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Serronen motions for Lombardo to come forward. Serronen throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A thudding body kick lands there by Lombardo!
A nice leg kick lands there from Serronen.
A swing and a miss from Serronen.
A counter left hand to the body from Lombardo misses its target.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Serronen.
Lombardo fires out a quick counter leg kick but Serronen just manages to avoid it.
Serronen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Serronen misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Serronen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Serronen digs a good hook to Lombardo's body.
Serronen misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the body.
Lombardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Serronen throws out the jab.
Serronen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Serronen misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Serronen throws a wild body kick that Lombardo sees coming a mile off.
Lombardo half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lombardo checks a low kick from Serronen.
Serronen throws a right hand that misses
and Lombardo counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Serronen throws a sloppy body shot
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Serronen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T2#
Serronen misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lombardo counters with a slapping leg kick.
Lombardo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Serronen misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Serronen moves out of range.
Serronen misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Serronen misses with a kick to the body.
It looks like Lombardo has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Serronen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lombardo tries to work over Serronen's front leg with a kick but Serronen checks it.
Serronen connects with a leg kick. Lombardo looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Lombardo moves out of range of the leg kick from Serronen.
Lombardo throws a hook but Serronen blocks it.
Lombardo is looking to clinch.
Serronen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Serronen saw that one coming.
Lombardo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Serronen fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lombardo.
Serronen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lombardo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Serronen throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Serronen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fighters circling - Serronen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Serronen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lombardo.
Serronen lands a nice hook to Lombardo's body. Lombardo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Serronen throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Serronen throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Serronen bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lombardo's head backwards.
Serronen throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Serronen misses with a lunging right hand
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Serronen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T4#
Lombardo throws a hook but Serronen avoids it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Serronen lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
Aku Serronen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Serronen was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Serronen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Serronen wants to slow Lombardo down by chopping away at his legs.
Serronen throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lombardo lands the left hand.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lombardo is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Serronen.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Serronen.
Serronen throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Serronen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Serronen connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A thudding body kick lands there by Serronen!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Aku Serronen will probably get the nod.
That's time! Lombardo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Lombardo connects with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo takes one on the button.
Serronen lands a front kick.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Serronen.
Lombardo moves out of range of the leg kick from Serronen.
Serronen throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab.
Serronen moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick.
Lombardo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Serronen misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a thumping low kick.
Lombardo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lombardo lands an overhand right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Serronen throws a leg kick but Lombardo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lombardo appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Serronen throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Lombardo walks into a stiff left hand from Serronen.
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 Serronen has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Serronen and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Serronen only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A lazy left from Serronen finds it's target.
Aku Serronen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Serronen looks to throw a body kick
and Serronen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jab, jab by Serronen - just one landing.
Serronen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Serronen misses with a leg kick.
Lombardo looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Serronen checks a leg kick.
Lombardo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Serronen throws a head kick that misses.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Serronen.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Serronen moves out of range.
Serronen misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo needs to keep his hands up - Serronen had a free shot at his head there.#T2#
Serronen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lombardos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Serronen throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Serronen scores with a kick to the midsection.
Serronen throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Serronen thinks about the counter body kick.
Lombardo walks into a stiff left hand from Serronen.
A slapping leg kick lands for Serronen.
Lombardo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Serronen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Lombardo. That one must have hurt.
Serronen takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Serronen thinks about the counter body kick.
Serronen scores with a hook to the body. Lombardo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Serronen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lombardo tried to counter with a leg kick but Serronen avoided it.
Serronen misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lombardo darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Serronen lands a really nice looking cross but Lombardo seems unphased.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Serronen.
Serronen throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Serronen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
An inside leg kick lands from Serronen.
Serronen throws a lazy body kick
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Serronen scores with a hook.
A decent looking cross lands there for Serronen.
Serronen scores with a jab to the head.
Serronen throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo blocks a leg kick.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Lombardo might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Lombardo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Serronen throws a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Serronen.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Serronen.
Lombardo lands with a right hand.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Serronen ducks down to avoid it.
Serronen looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo fires out a quick counter leg kick but Serronen just manages to avoid it.
Serronen paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lombardo tries to clinch up.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Serronen walks into a left hand.
Lombardo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Serronen.
Lombardo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Serronen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Serronen misses with a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo tests Serronen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Serronen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
It looked like Lombardo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Aku Serronen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Serronen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
A head kick misses from Serronen.
Serronen throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Serronen plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Serronen throws a leg kick
and Lombardo counters with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo lands a leg kick that knocks Serronen off balance momentarily.
Serronen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lombardo misses with a straight right.
Serronen throws a fast counter high kick but Lombardo manages to duck under it in time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Serronen throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Serronen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lombardo feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Serronen's calf.
Serronen throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Serronen connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lombardo. Lombardo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
Serronen throws a lazy uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Serronen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Serronen.
Serronen misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Serronen scores with a nice head shot.
Lombardo checks a low kick from Serronen.
Serronen throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Serronen scores with a jab to the body.
An inside leg kick from Serronen misses.
Serronen misses with a body kick.
Lombardo moves out of range of the leg kick from Serronen.
Serronen lands a really nice looking cross but Lombardo seems unphased.
Serronen misses with a low kick. #T2#
Serronen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Serronen throws a lazy uppercut
letting Lombardo counter with a right hand.
A head kick misses from Serronen.
Serronen just misses with a punch to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Decent striking displayed by Lombardo there.#CL#
Lombardo moves into the clinch successfully.
Lombardo misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Serronen manages to break the clinch.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Serronen.
Lombardo lands a nice shot that snaps Serronen's head back.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
A clash of legs there as Serronen blocks the low kick.
Serronen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Serronen checks a low kick from Lombardo.#T3#
Lombardo blocks the body kick.
Serronen just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo tried to counter with a leg kick but Serronen avoided it.
Lombardo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Serronen finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lombardo moves forwards but Serronen connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A leg kick checked by Serronen.
Serronen looks to throw a body kick
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Santino Lombardo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Aku Serronen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lombardo lands with a cross.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Serronen avoids the punch easily.
Serronen moves out of range of the strikes.
Serronen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Serronen lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lombardo takes a step back to recover.
Serronen throws a head kick that misses.
Lombardo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Serronen was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.#T4#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lombardo checks a leg kick.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Serronen thows a leg kick but Lombardo checks it
and Lombardo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A jab from Serronen finds it's way through Lombardo's defenses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Serronen.
Serronen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little feinted left hand from Lombardo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lombardo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Serronen.
Serronen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lombardo checks a low kick from Serronen.
Lombardo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Serronen.
Serronen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lombardo. Serronen shrugs it off though.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Santino Lombardo.
I think Serronen 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 28:29
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Eternity 3: Storm vs Fiso
Date: Dec 07, 2019

#R1#
Mahoney tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lombardo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mahoney takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Lombardo swings for the body but Mahoney moves out of range.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Mahoney moves out of range.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo is looking to counter with a body kick.
Lombardo keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Mahoney clinches up against the cage.
Lombardo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
We've been informed that Mahoney 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.
A short left from Lombardo.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahoney's elbow.
Mahoney fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahoney controls his hands.
Mahoney lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Mahoney.
Mahoney doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lombardo.
Mahoney is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Mahoney controlling the action here for a moment.
Lombardo is leaning against Mahoney and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Mahoney is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Lombardo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahoney controls his hands.
Mahoney swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lombardo pushes Mahoney back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike.
Mahoney misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mahoney misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Mahoney. #BC#
Lombardo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lombardo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Mahoney instigates a clinch.
Mahoney misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Mahoney fails to land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
A short right from Mahoney on the inside.
Lombardo has Mahoney pressed against the cage, preventing Mahoney from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Mahoney is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lombardo is defending well for now.
Mahoney can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
Lombardo is working Mahoney over against the cage.
Mahoney fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mahoney blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mahoney lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lombardo misses with a body punch. #T3#
Lombardo avoiding damage as Mahoney throws knees to the body.
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mahoneys head.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Mahoney controls the action.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahoney controls his hands.
A hook to the body from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a left hand.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Mahoney blocks it.
Mahoney tries to land knees in the clinch but Lombardo avoids the damage to the body.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahoney's elbow.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lombardo.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahoney controls his hands.
Lombardo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mahoney backwards.
Lombardo wants to break free but Mahoney has control.
Lombardo lands a nice shot to the body.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mahoney misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Lombardo tries to work over Mahoney's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Mahoney's ribcage. Mahoney let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short uppercut from Lombardo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Mahoney controls the action.
Mahoney misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mahoney blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo tries to work over Mahoney's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mahoney blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mahoney backwards.
Lombardo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lombardo tries to work over Mahoney's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mahoney creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Mahoney.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Mahoney moves into range and connects with a jab.
Mahoney tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lombardo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A leg kick checked by Mahoney.
Lombardo misses with a hook. Mahoney ducked under it nicely.
Mahoney tries to clinch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Mahoney uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mahoney tries to clinch up
and Lombardo counters with a good, hard body kick but Mahoney shrugs it off.
Mahoney misses with a shot to the body
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Mahoney takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lombardo swats away the attempt to clinch by Mahoney.
Carey Mahoney 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.#CL2#
Lombardo tries to keep at a distance but Mahoney has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mahoney. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
Mahoney blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mahoney can do to turn this around?
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lombardo. #BC#
Lombardo breaks the clinch.
Mahoney looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mahoney.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lombardo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Mahoney.
Mahoney thuds his right hand into Lombardo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lombardo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mahoney doesn't seem bothered though.
Mahoney has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lombardo finds it's way round the side to connect with Mahoney's head.
Mahoney tries to clinch up.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mahoney moves away.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Mahoney checks it. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mahoney blocks a body shot from Lombardo. #T2#
Mahoney blocks the elbow strike.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Mahoney blocks it.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mahoney blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lombardo lands a body punch.
Lombardo throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mahoneys head.
A body shot lands from Mahoney.
Santino Lombardo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lombardo blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Mahoney controls the action.
Mahoney blocks an uppercut.
Mahoney misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Mahoney blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mahoney is working Lombardo over against the cage.
Mahoney blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo working aggressively here.
Mahoney working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
Mahoney wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mahoney tries to throw a body punch but Lombardo avoids it by throwing Mahoney back against the cage.
Lombardo gets through Mahoney's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Mahoney avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mahoneys head.
Lombardo tries to work over Mahoney's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Lombardo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mahoney lands a two punch combo.
Lombardo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lombardo swats away the attempt to clinch by Mahoney.#T4#
Lombardo lands with a good body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot. #CL#
Lombardo has closed the distance and engaged Mahoney in a clinch.
Lombardo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mahoney stalling in the clinch but Lombardo improves position.
Mahoney is working Lombardo over against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lombardo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mahoney has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Mahoney blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Mahoney blocks it.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Mahoney controls the action.
Lombardo throws a punch but it's blocked by Mahoney.
Nice body punch from Lombardo - that landed with a thud.
Lombardo misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Lombardo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Mahoney's leg. Mahoney is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lombardo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Mahoney fails in his attempt to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mahoney. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo catches Mahoney with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mahoney connects with a right hand. Lombardo shakes it off.
Mahoney swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Mahoney sees coming a mile off.
Mahoney thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mahoney takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
A shot to the liver by Mahoney. Beautiful body shot.
Mahoney throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo lands with a nice body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mahoney drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Mahoney tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lombardo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lombardo connects with a looping right hand.
Mahoney fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Mahoney swings widly with a right hand
and Mahoney takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lombardo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mahoney tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lombardo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lombardo motions for Mahoney to come forward. Lombardo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Mahoney is just out of range.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Mahoney throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mahoney throws a lazy uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Lombardo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mahoney slips under a jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mahoney at a distance.
Lombardo connects with a crisp jab.
Lombardo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Mahoney slips the punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice uppercut there from Mahoney.#CUT2#
It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.#CL#
Lombardo moves into range and clinches up with Mahoney.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Carey Mahoney has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A short body shot lands from Lombardo as the two fighters clinch.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahoney's elbow.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Mahoney avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the cage.
Mahoney utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Mahoney lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Mahoney blocks it.
Mahoney softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mahoney throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo tries to break free but Mahoney pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mahoney.
Mahoney misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Mahoney blocks a body shot from Lombardo. #T3#
Mahoney prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mahoney lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lombardo or not.
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mahoneys head.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahoney's elbow.
Lombardo has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mahoney tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lombardo's elbow.
Mahoney lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lombardo.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahoney's elbow.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mahoney has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Lombardo is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Mahoney blocking some punches. #T4#
Mahoney blocking some punches.
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mahoney throws a knee to the head but misses.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mahoney misses with a punch on the inside.
Mahoney misses with a hook to the ribs.
Good body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands an uppercut.
Mahoney unloads a knee to the mid-section.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo gets through Mahoney's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mahoney has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Mahoney prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Mahoney misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lombardo. #BC#
Lombardo manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Mahoney has managed to clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mahoney.

And that's the end of the fight!
Santino Lombardo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lombardo 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Skrap Fights 99
Date: Nov 09, 2019

#R1#
Presley checks a leg kick.
Lombardo misses with a leg kick.
Presley misses the jab.
Lombardo tries a quick counter leg kick but Presley is wise to it.
Lombardo misses with a hook. Presley ducked under it nicely.
Presley ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Presley momentarily.
Lombardo misses with a hook. Presley ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Presley has time to react.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo tries to land a leg kick but Presley saw it coming and moves away.
As Lombardo looks to move away, Presley throws a big counter combo but Lombardo just gets out of the way.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Presley went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Presley moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Presley appears to be looking for a big counter.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Presley is looking to counter punch.
Lombardo throws a lazy uppercut
and Presley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#
It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Presley looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Lombardo tests Presley's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lombardo avoids the head kick by Presley. #CL#
Lombardo gets tackled into the ropes by Presley. Presley maintains the clinch.
Lombardo letting Presley take a breather here.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lombardo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Presley misses with a knee to the head.
Presley has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Presley misses with a body punch.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Presley with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Lombardo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Presley trying to control the position but instead, Lombardo has worked for underhooks and has pushed Presley into the ropes.
Presley's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T2#
Presley connects with a knee to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Presley pushes Lombardo back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Presley.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of Presley's head.
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Presley backwards.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Presley controls the action.
Presley throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lombardo blocks it with crossed arms.
Lombardo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Presley lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Presley backwards.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Presley avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the ropes.
A hook to the body from Lombardo.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Presley's elbow.
Presley tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lombardo avoids it.#BC2#
Lombardo breaks from the clinch.
Lombardo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lombardo lands a glancing blow to the side of Presley's head.#T3#
Lombardo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Presley. That did some damage!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lombardo. #CL2#
Lombardo closes the distance and clinches.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
Lombardo misses with some punches.
Presley digs a right hand underneath Lombardo's ribcage. Lombardo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Presley backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Presley.
A short uppercut from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Presley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Presley throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo lands with a light punch inside. #T4#
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo lands a hook that snaps the head of Presley backwards.
Lombardo digs a right hand into Presley's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Presley's gas tank.
Lombardo swings wildly with an uppercut but Presley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Presley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Presley makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Presley blocks it.
Presley's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lombardo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Presley backwards.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Presley.
A right handed body shot lands from Lombardo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Presley with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Lombardo.
Presley is breathing heavily.
Presley misses with a hook to the ribs.
Presley misses with a punch on the inside.
Presley has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Presley blocks a low kick nicely.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Presley's sensitive parts.
Presley swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Presley tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Lombardo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Presley.
Lombardo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Presley lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Presley.
Presley on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lombardo throws a solid leg kick but Presley takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lombardo.
Lombardo cracks Presley with a good jab.#T1#
Presley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Presley.
Lombardo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lombardo lands a nice looking kick to the body. Presley takes a step back to recover.
Lombardo jabs Presley right on the nose. Presley blinks but takes it well.
Presley takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A left lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Presley's head backwards.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lombardo walks into a left hand.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
Lombardo throws a leg kick that is checked
and Presley counters with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo stuns Presley with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lombardo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Presley tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo wants to slow Presley down by chopping away at his legs.
Lombardo throws a front kick that sends Presley stumbling back into the ropes.
Lombardo tries to land a leg kick but Presley saw it coming and moves away.
Lombardo with a nice cross.
Presley doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Presley checks a leg kick nicely.
Presley takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lombardo throws a low kick but Presley avoids it.
Lombardo scores with a kick to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Lombardo.
Santino Lombardo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.#T3#
Lombardo thows a body kick. Presley tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Lombardo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lombardo delivers a nice body kick.
Presley misses with a hook.
Lombardo throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Presley takes one on the button.
Lombardo avoids a kick to the body.
Presley takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lombardo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lombardo takes a swing at Presley's ribcage but misses.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lombardo.
Presley lands with an uppercut that bounces Lombardo off the ropes and back into range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Decent striking displayed by Lombardo there.
Presley has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Lombardo.
Lombardo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lombardo tries to land a leg kick but Presley saw it coming and moves away.
Presley moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo throws a leg kick that misses.
Presley seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Presley.
Presley was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lombardo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Presley ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a lazy right hand but Presley sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo throws a poor cross that misses
and Presley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Lombardo scores with a body shot. #CL#
Presley rushes Lombardo and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Presley digs a right hand underneath Lombardo's ribcage. Lombardo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Presley's elbow.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Presley goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Presley throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lombardos head.
A short left from Lombardo.
Presley will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Lombardo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Presley backwards.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Presley blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Presley creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Presley breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Presley will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lombardo jabs Presley right on the nose. Presley blinks but takes it well.#T1#
Lombardo punishes Presley's body with a nice straight punch.
Presley steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
It looked like Presley wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lombardo lands with a straight right. Presley didn't see that one coming.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lombardo.
Presley throws a sloppy head kick and Lombardo moves out of range easily.
Lombardo lands a body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lombardo lands a nice shot that snaps Presley's head back.
Presley throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Presley avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Presley misses with a looping right.
Presley checks a low kick from Lombardo.
A little feinted left hand from Presley on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Presley avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Elvis Presley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Presley throws a sloppy head kick and Lombardo moves out of range easily.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Presley.
Well,Presley is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Lombardo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Presley has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a nice right hand.
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Lombardo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Presley throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo fakes the leg kick and cracks Presley in the body.
Lombardo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Presley on the side of the head.
Presley moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lombardo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Presley in his tracks. #T3#
Lombardo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Presley looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Presley is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Presley takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. Presley looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Presley scores with a punch to the head.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Presley throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Presley tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Presley cracks Lombardo with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Presley is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lombardo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Presleys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Lombardo clobbers Presley with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo delivers a nice body kick.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lombardo jabs Presley to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T4#
Nice body kick there by Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lombardo.
Presley with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lombardo to score with a decent uppercut.
Lombardo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
It looked like Presley wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Good exchange - Lombardo coming out on top.
Presley takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Presley lands with an uppercut that bounces Lombardo off the ropes and back into range.
Lombardo with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Presley looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!

Santino Lombardo wins by unanimous decision!
A relieved looking Santino Lombardo 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: Skrap Fights 95
Date: Oct 26, 2019

#R1#
Jones Jr scores with a body shot.
Lombardo lands a head shot.
Lombardo takes one to the chin there.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Jones Jr staying out of range there.
Jones Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lombardo throws a leg kick which misses Jones Jr's front leg but catches the back leg as Jones Jr tries to avoid it.
We've been hearing reports that Jones Jr has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jones Jr scores with a decent looking hook.
Jones Jr scores with a hook.
Jim Jones Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones Jr tries to clinch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo thinks about the counter body kick.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Lombardo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lombardo connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lombardo throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Lombardo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jones Jr lands a lovely overhand right.#TD#
Lombardo gets caught napping as Jones Jr dives in and scores a takedown. Lombardo manages to retain guard.
Jones Jr sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Lombardo keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lombardo holds on and takes a little breather.
Lombardo wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lombardo is trying to control the position but Jones Jr postures up.
Jones Jr lands a couple of elbows.
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Lombardo wants to sweep but no luck.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jones Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lombardo controlling the position.
Lombardo keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Lombardo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Jones Jr landing with the ground and pound.
Lombardo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jones Jr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Lombardo 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.
Jones Jr trying to control but Lombardo is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lombardo wants to stand up but Jones Jr is controlling him.
Jones Jr is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Jones Jr lands a couple of digs.#T3#
Jones Jr stands up over Lombardo, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Lombardo keeps moving.
Jones Jr throwing strikes from guard but Lombardo blocks nicely.
Lombardo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lombardo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lombardo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jones Jr.
Lombardo wants to sweep but no luck.
Jones Jr postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Jones Jr is working Lombardo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Jones Jr lands a couple of elbows.
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.
Jones Jr working some strikes from top position.#T4#
Jones Jr is working Lombardo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Lombardo keeps moving.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lombardo controlling Jones Jr's posture.
Jones Jr in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Lombardo keeps moving.
Lombardo looking for a sweep. Not yet Lombardo, not yet.
Lombardo is looking to sweep but instead, Jones Jr has passed into half guard.
Jones Jr thows a huge punch but Lombardo dodges it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Jones Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Jones Jr misses the target.
Jones Jr wants to clinch.
Lombardo now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Lombardo flicks out a counter leg kick but Jones Jr steps away.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Jones Jr.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head but Jones Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Jones Jr slips the punch.
Jones Jr misses with a hook
and Lombardo finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr tries to clinch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Jones Jr is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo dips to his left and cracks Jones Jr with an uppercut!#T1#
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jones Jr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jones Jr misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Jones Jr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jones Jr tries to close the distance and clinch but Lombardo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Santino Lombardo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jones Jr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr scores with a nice strike.
Lombardo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jones Jr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jones Jr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lombardo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jones Jr.#T2#
Lombardo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jones Jr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr scores with a three punch combo!
Jones Jr staying out of range there.
Jones Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lombardo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Decent striking displayed by Jones Jr there.
Jones Jr misses with a looping left.
Lombardo scores with a decent looking hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Jones Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lombardo can pounce on him.
Lombardo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jones Jr feinted with a counter takedown.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jones Jr's head backwards.
Jones Jr getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T3#
Jones Jr ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down. #CL2#
Lombardo moves into range and clinches up with Jones Jr.
Jones Jr is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lombardo is keeping busy.
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jones Jrs head.
Jones Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Lombardo.
Jones Jr misses with a body punch.
Lombardo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jones Jr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones Jr tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T4#
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo cracks Jones Jr with a nice body shot.
Lombardo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jones Jr backwards.
Jones Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones Jr jumps guard but Lombardo turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
Jones Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with a short shot to the head.
Lombardo lands a body shot. #BC2#
Lombardo manages to break the clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Jones Jr. That snapped Lombardo's head back.
Lombardo throws a head kick but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Lombardo thows a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a single leg into guard. Lombardo didn't expect that.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Jones Jr puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Lombardo keeping control of the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lombardo tried to score with a low kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Lombardo cracks the inside of Jones Jr's front leg.
Jones Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jones Jr misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
Lombardo dodges the punch combination from Jones Jr.
A countering left hand to the body from Lombardo misses.
Jones Jr lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
Jones Jr missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo connects with a right hand. Jones Jr shakes it off.
Jones Jr cracks a nice hook into Lombardo's ribs.
Jones Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Lombardo lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Jab, jab by Jones Jr - just one landing.
Jones Jr takes one to the chin there.
Jones Jr lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jones Jr is out of range.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Jones Jr.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the body.
Donk. Lombardo catches Jones Jr right on the button with a cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Jones Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jones Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Lombardo circles away.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jones Jr's head backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Jones Jr saw that one coming.
Jones Jr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T2#
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones Jr.
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones Jr's sensitive parts.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Jones Jr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
Lombardo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jones Jr misses with a looping left.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr wants to clinch up but Lombardo keeps it at a distance.
Jones Jr looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Jones Jr misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A big right from Jones Jr misses.
Lombardo follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo 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 Jones Jr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jones Jr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T3#
Lombardo misses with a hook. Jones Jr ducked under it nicely.
Jones Jr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lombardo. Lombardo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the leg kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Lombardo.
Jones Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo connects with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo tries a head kick but it misses.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Jones Jr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jones Jr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Nice straight punches there by Jones Jr. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo with a hook.
Lombardo lets loose with a powerful body kick. Jones Jr will feel that in the morning.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo feints and then cracks Jones Jr's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones Jr down.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lombardo catches Jones Jr with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jones Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jones Jr swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Jones Jr misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Santino Lombardo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lombardo 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 for Santino Lombardo!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!

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

Event: BFF 86: Grayce vs. Rey Roy III
Date: Oct 05, 2019

#R1#
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Smith moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Smith throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo throws a sloppy head kick and Smith moves out of range easily.
Smith appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Smith defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo jabs at Smith's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo connects with a body shot that sends Smith's belly button to the back.
Smith moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Smith shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Smith.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo misses with a right hand #TD#
and Smith counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Lombardo has Smith pulled in close to control his posture.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Smith trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lombardo holds on and takes a little breather.
Smith controlling from the top position.
Smith is looking to pass into half guard but Lombardo pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Lombardo is in guard.#REVB#
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo wants to control from the top but Smith keeps moving. #SUB#
Smith has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Lombardo is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Smith.
We've been hearing good reports from Smith'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.#T3#
The referee asks Lombardo politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Lombardo prefers to stall for the moment though.
Smith is trying to control Lombardo's posture but Lombardo avoids it.
Smith is looking to regain half guard here but Lombardo keeps moving and retains side control.
Smith manages to get back to half guard.
Smith slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lombardo showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Smith keeping full guard, as Lombardo tries to pass.
Lombardo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lombardo controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lombardo wants to pass the guard but Smith is keeping the position.
Lombardo wants to control from the top but Smith keeps moving.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Lombardo is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Santino Lombardo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Smith moves away and avoids it.
Smith half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T5#
Nice sprawl there from Lombardo as Smith shoots in.
Lombardo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Smith in his tracks.
Nice uppercut there from Lombardo.
Lombardo connects with a crisp jab.
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
Smith fails with a takedown attempt.
Lombardo appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Austin Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T6#
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Smith.
Lombardo throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Smith counters with a nice double leg into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo working a defensive guard but Smith manages to pass into side control anyway.
Smith trying to control the action but Lombardo is working from the bottom.
Lombardo tries to buck Smith off but Smith is having none of it.
Smith 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. #T7##SUB#
Smith is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lombardo knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Smith taking a break here but Lombardo is having none of it and regains half guard.
Lombardo is concentrating on defense, preventing Smith from advancing position.
Smith wants to free his trapped foot but Lombardo is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Smith prevents Lombardo from improving his position.
Smith seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lombardo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T8#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Smith is thwarting Lombardo's attempts to control the position.
Smith is trying to control. Lombardo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lombardo tries to get to full guard but Smith has control of the leg.
Lombardo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Smith is working away from the top position though.
Lombardo is staying active underneath Smith, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lombardo tries to get to full guard but Smith has control of the leg. #SUB#
Smith seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Lombardo is defending against the submission attempts here by Smith. #T9#
Lombardo is staying active underneath Smith, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Smith slips a jab from Lombardo.
Smith tries to counter with a takedown but Lombardo is quick to defend against it.
Lombardo thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Smith half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smith takes a jab right on the kisser.
Smith misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
That's time! Smith's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R2#
Lombardo lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#KD2#
Lombardo sends Smith crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Lombardo is motioning to the referee to let Smith up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#
Smith is rocked!
Lombardo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smith tries to clinch up but Lombardo circles away and keeps his distance.
Oh Smith is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Smith ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smith seems to have got his legs back now.
Lombardo throws a big shot that misses.
Smith attempts a counter takedown but Lombardo avoids it well and moves away.
Lombardo might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#TD#
Smith shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Lombardo napping and manages to drive through 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!
You can see the frustration on Lombardo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Smith trying to control the action but Lombardo is working from the bottom. #T1#
Lombardo tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Smith tries for a kimura but Lombardo is defending well.
Smith wants to control but Lombardo is keeping him busy.
Smith controlling the position. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lombardo manages to work his way to half guard, despite Smith's best efforts.
Smith is keen to just control but Lombardo is a slippery customer.
Lombardo trying to control from the bottom.
Lombardo is trying to get back to full guard.
Smith tries to pass to full mount but Lombardo defends it.
Smith is working hard here to advance position.
Lombardo wants to improve his position but Smith is controlling well. #T3#
Lombardo gets full guard.
Lombardo looking for a sweep. Not yet Lombardo, not yet.
Lombardo looking to control.
Smith looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
Smith attempts a counter takedown but Lombardo avoids it well and moves away.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Smith slips under a jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Smith.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Smith feinted with a counter takedown.
Lombardo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Smith slips a straight right by Lombardo.
Smith walks into a left hand.
Smith walks into a straight right hand from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Smith avoids the punch easily.
Smith attempts a counter takedown but Lombardo avoids it well and moves away.
Smith moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Smith uses good head movement to avoid it. #T5#
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smith manages to avoid it.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Smith connects with a jab.
Lombardo misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lombardo scores with a nice head shot.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lombardo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T6#
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Smith slips under a jab.
Lombardo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A jab from Lombardo misses.
Smith walks into a stiff left hand from Lombardo.#T7#
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smith moves away.
Smith attempts a counter takedown but Lombardo avoids it well and moves away.
Smith with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lombardo to score with a decent uppercut.
Smith ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.#KD2#
Lombardo drops Smith with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Smith looks back up at him and smiles so Lombardo waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Lombardo circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Smith to the canvas! Smith doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Lombardo keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santino Lombardo!
Santino Lombardo decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Austin Smith had this to say: 'Fuck him and the horse he rode here on'.

Event: BFF 81: Kemp vs. Kawamata II
Date: Aug 24, 2019

#R1#
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Poli is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a lazy uppercut
and Poli cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lombardo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Poli counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lombardo motions for Poli to come forward. Lombardo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Good standup being displayed there by Poli as he connects with a hook.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Poli checks a leg kick.
Lombardo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Poli lands with a right hand.
Lombardo throws a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Poli uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Poli misses with a looping left.
Poli uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.
Poli is looking for a counter combo.
Poli misses with a straight left. #T1#
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Poli.
Poli fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lombardo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Poli misses with a looping right.
Lombardo tries to counter with a clinch but Poli shakes him off and moves away.
Lombardo wants to land a leg kick but Poli is out of range.
Poli uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Poli throws out the jab.
Lombardo throws a chopping leg kick but Poli manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Poli swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Poli.
Poli uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Poli is just out of range.
Poli just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo walks into a left hand.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo misses with a right hand
and Poli counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lombardo.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Poli.#T2#
Poli misses with a looping right.
Poli swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lombardo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Poli ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a sloppy body shot
and Poli counters with a nice uppercut.
Poli avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Poli moves out of range of the leg kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo dips to his left and cracks Poli with an uppercut!
Poli connects with the punch.
Lombardo ducks right into an uppercut from Poli.
Poli throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Poli slips the punch.
Poli misses with a body punch
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Poli.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A head kick misses from Lombardo. #T3#
Poli displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
Poli jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Poli moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Poli misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Poli was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Poli throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo throws out a counter right but Poli avoids it with no problem.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Poli throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Poli scores with a punch to the head.
Poli lunges at Lombardo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lombardo's hand.
Poli fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lombardo on the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Poli throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Poli takes one to the chin there.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Poli punishes Lombardo's body with a nice straight punch.
Nice straight punches there by Poli. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Poli.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Poli moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Poli throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Poli misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Poli throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Poli fails to land with a series of punches.
Poli misses with a wild body shot.
Poli misses with a body shot
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Poli missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo feints a counter leg kick.
Poli scores with a nice strike.
Poli getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Poli is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a hook but Poli blocks it.
Poli lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Poli throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Poli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.#T5#
The fighters circle momentarily. Poli darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Poli throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Poli ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Poli lands a nice hook to Lombardo's body. Lombardo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lombardo defending well as Poli loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Poli saw that one coming.
Poli throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Poli throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Poli.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the body
and Poli counters with a straight right hand.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Poli.
Lombardo lands a right hook to the body.
Lombardo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Poli misses with a few strikes there.
Poli throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Lombardo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T6#
Poli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lombardo takes one to the chin there.
Poli throws a nice looking combination but Lombardo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lombardo thinks about the counter body kick.
Poli blocks a jab.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lombardo is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Poli.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Poli looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Poli slips the punch.
Poli shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lombardo throws out a leg kick but Poli moves out of range and Lombardo only half commits.
Lombardo throws a low kick but Poli avoids it.
Poli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Poli.
Poli waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T7#
Poli looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Poli misses with a looping right.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Poli.
Lombardo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Poli.
Lombardo moves out of range of the strikes.
Poli cracks Lombardo with a right hand to the side of the head.
Poli throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Poli.
Poli misses with a straight left.
Lombardo throws a hook but Poli blocks it.
Poli throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Poli throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Poli throws out the jab.
Lombardo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T8#
Lombardo digs a good body shot into Poli's ribs.
Poli pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Poli throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Poli takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Poli lands with a nice body punch.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
A jab from Lombardo misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Poli ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
Poli cracks Lombardo with a right hand to the side of the head.
Poli catches Lombardo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A jab from Lombardo misses.
Poli lands with a nice body punch.
Poli avoids a kick to the body.
Lombardo misses with a lunging right hand
and Poli counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lombardo throws a leg kick
enabling Poli to counter with a crisp jab.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Poli uses good head movement to avoid it. #T9#
Lombardo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Poli checks a leg kick.
A quick step to the side and Poli tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Poli is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Poli looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo motions for Poli to come forward. Lombardo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Poli throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Poli misses with a looping left.
Poli takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Poli tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Poli.
Lombardo throws a hook but Poli blocks it.
Poli throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Poli was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
A little feinted left hand from Poli on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Poli throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Poli missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Poli lands a jab to the nose.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roli Poli dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Poli steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Poli connects with the punch.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Poli manages to avoid it.
Poli lands a jab.
Poli tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Poli.
Poli gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lombardo.
Lombardo feints and then cracks Poli's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Poli down.
The crowd cheers as Poli lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lombardo doesn't seem phased though.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Lombardo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Poli is out of range and Lombardo settles back down.
A swing and a miss from Poli.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poli needs to keep his hands up - Lombardo had a free shot at his head there.
Poli swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lombardo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo looks to land a body kick but Poli moved away.
Poli blocks a low kick nicely.
It looked like Poli wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Poli throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Poli misses the jab.
Lombardo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lombardo takes a swing at Poli's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo moves into range and connects with a jab.
Poli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Lombardo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Poli lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Poli throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Poli misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Poli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo misses with a right hand
and Poli counters with a right hand to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Poli.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.#T2#
Poli scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lombardo swings away with a body shot that misses
and Poli cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Poli takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Poli misses with a straight right.
Lombardo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Poli is out of range and Lombardo settles back down.
Poli misses with a looping right.
Poli throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Poli.
Poli throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Poli.
Lombardo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Poli throws out the jab.
Poli misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Poli looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Poli.#T3#
Lombardo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Poli.
Lombardo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Poli avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
A little feinted left hand from Poli on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Poli is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lombardo can do to turn this around?
Poli throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo lands a nice looking kick to the body. Poli takes a step back to recover.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Poli.
Poli lands a jab to the nose.
Poli throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A shot to the body from Poli misses
and Lombardo counters with a good low kick that Poli was not able to check.
Poli tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Poli on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down.
Poli just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Poli was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Lombardo connects with the punch.
Poli 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.
Poli tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Poli.
Lombardo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Poli checks it well.
Nice straight punches there by Lombardo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lombardo.
Lombardo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Poli moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Poli misses with an uppercut. Lombardo saw that one coming.
Poli pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Poli lands with an uppercut that bounces Lombardo off the ropes and back into range.
A big left from Lombardo misses.
Poli was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lombardo.
Poli takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Lombardo takes one to the side of the head.
Poli throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A jab from Lombardo misses. #T5#
Lombardo throws a body punch but Poli moves out of range.
Lombardo swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Poli connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Poli defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Poli.
Lombardo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lombardo tries to clinch
and Poli counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Poli throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo tries a low kick but Poli avoids it.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo misses the jab.
Poli swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Poli throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A slow jab from Poli misses its intended target.
Poli connects with a jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
Poli throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T6#
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Poli moves out of range.
A big right from Poli misses.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Poli slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Poli misses with a body shot.
Good work by Poli as he checks the leg kick.
Poli misses with a looping right.
Lombardo is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Poli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lombardo.
Poli blocks a jab.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo scores with a decent looking hook.#T7#
Poli looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Poli throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Despite the aggression on Lombardo's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Poli looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Poli looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Poli blocks a jab.
Poli lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Poli lands a nice shot to the body.
Lombardo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Poli.
A telegraphed right hand from Lombardo misses the target.
Roli Poli is winning the standup battle so far.
Poli loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Poli slips under a jab from Lombardo.#T8#
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
Poli throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo throws a jab when Poli was well out of range.
Poli thows a left - swing and a miss!
Poli thows a left - swing and a miss!
Poli checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo misses with a hook.
Poli fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A cross from Lombardo lands.
Nice defenses there by Poli.
Poli digs a good body shot into Lombardo's ribs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Poli. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Poli misses with a body shot.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Poli moves out of range. #T9#
Poli moves out of range of the body kick.
Lombardo throws a leg kick
and Poli counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Poli misses with a looping left.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Poli avoids the punch easily.
Poli swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Poli feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lombardos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Lombardo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Poli throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Poli.
Poli scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
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 Roli Poli will probably get the nod.
That's time! Poli's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Poli looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Poli drops his hands momentarily and Lombardo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Poli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Poli throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Poli ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lombardo moves away.
A thudding body kick lands there by Lombardo!
Lombardo throws a wild body kick that Poli sees coming a mile off.
A leg kick checked by Poli.
Poli swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poli throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Poli moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo looks for the body kick but Poli saw that one coming.
Poli lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lombardo circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
Poli throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo defending well as Poli loads up on a big left hand.
Lombardo cracks Poli with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Poli looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo defending well as Poli loads up on a big left hand.
Poli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Poli throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Poli. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Poli on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Good standup being displayed there by Lombardo as he connects with a hook.
Poli swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lombardo moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T2#
Lombardo bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Poli throws a shot to the body.
Poli digs a good hook to Lombardo's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Poli takes one to the side of the head.
Donk. Poli catches Lombardo right on the button with a cross.
Jab, jab by Lombardo - just one landing.
Poli's corner calls for a 1-2. Poli obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Poli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lombardo, as that shot connected.
A jab from Poli misses.
Poli throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Poli throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Poli.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Poli uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Poli takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Poli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Poli lunges at Lombardo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lombardo's hand.
Lombardo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A bone on bone clash there as Poli blocks the leg kick.
Poli scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lombardo in his tracks.
Lombardo scores with a spinning back kick!
Poli ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
A big right from Poli misses.
A punch combination from Poli misses.
Poli throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo walks into a jab.
Poli lands a slapping body shot.
Poli throws a series of punches but Lombardo moves out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A punch lands to the side of Lombardo 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T4#
Poli jabs Lombardo right on the nose. Lombardo blinks but takes it well.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Lombardo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Poli was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a jab.
Poli misses with the combination.
A slow jab from Poli misses its intended target.
Lombardo misses with a leg kick.
Lombardo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Poli throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Poli tests Lombardo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lombardo throws a poor cross that misses
and Poli connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lombardo walks into a straight right hand from Poli.#T5#
Poli throws a shot from downtown. Lombardo moves away and avoids it.
Lombardo tries to work over Poli's front leg with a kick but Poli checks it.
Lombardo lands with a hook. Poli tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lombardo slips a jab from Poli.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lombardo throws a jab when Poli was well out of range.
Lombardo throws a lazy uppercut
and Poli counters with a right hand to the body.
Lombardo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lombardo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Poli 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.
Poli scores with a nice head shot.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Poli.
Poli scores with a hook to the body. Lombardo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Poli throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it. #T6#
Poli scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lombardo in his tracks.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Lombardo misses the jab.
Lombardo closes the distance looking to clinch
and Poli counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Left hook, right uppercut from Poli.
Poli takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Poli 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.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Poli cracks Lombardo with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Lombardo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Poli looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lombardo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Poli is out of range. #T7#
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lombardo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Poli on the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Lombardo.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Poli.
Poli lands a nice hook to Lombardo's body. Lombardo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Poli connects with the punch.
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Lombardo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Good standup being displayed there by Lombardo as he connects with a hook.
Lombardo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Poli manages to avoid it.
Poli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Poli with a hook.
Poli scores with a nice head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T8#
Poli misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Poli uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Poli on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Poli manages to avoid it.
Poli on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Santino Lombardo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Poli misses the shot to the body.
Roli Poli is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Poli.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Poli.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Lombardo throws a push kick but Poli slaps the foot to one side.
Poli throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Poli's calf.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Poli!
Poli swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T9#
Poli scores with a nice right hand.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Poli moves away from the strike by Lombardo.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lombardo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lombardo drops his hands momentarily and Poli takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lombardo.
Poli swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nice straight punches there by Lombardo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lombardo.
Lombardo has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Poli just misses with a punch to the body.
Poli throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Poli scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Poli checks it.
Lombardo drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.

And that's the end of the fight!
Roli Poli showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Poli 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight for Roli Poli!
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight for Roli Poli!
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Roli Poli!

Roli Poli wins by unanimous decision!
Roli Poli retains his welterweight title!
Roli Poli decided to call for a title shot in his post fight interview, which was very strange given the fact this fight was for a title and he's already the champion. I guess that's what getting punched in the head does for you.

Event: BFF 79: Trump vs. Schaub
Date: Aug 03, 2019

#R1#
Lombardo throws the kick towards the body but Steele avoids it.
Lombardo uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Steele has time to react.
Steele staying out of range there.
Lombardo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lombardo's jab looks to have found its range, popping Steele under the eye.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lombardo.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Steele tries to clinch but Lombardo moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Lombardo clinches with his opponent.
Steele lands a body punch.
Lombardo on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Steele. #CUT#
It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
Steele lands with a light punch inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steele. #T1#
Lombardo tries to work over Steele's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Steele tries to throw a body punch but Lombardo avoids it by throwing Steele back against the ropes.
Lombardo on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Steele can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
Steele lands a nice knee to the body.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
A left hand lands to the body for Steele.
Steele fails to pull guard.
Steele digs a right hand into Lombardo's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lombardo's gas tank.
Lombardo looks winded!
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Steeles head.
A short uppercut from Steele.
Steele scores with a shot to the side of Lombardo's head.
Steele scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Steele lands a left hand. #BC2#
Lombardo breaks the clinch.
Lombardo swats away the attempt to clinch by Steele.
Steele lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lombardo circles away quickly and effectively.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Steele. That did some damage!#T2#
Lombardo throws a predictable looking body shot
and Steele counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Steele fails to land with a series of punches.
Steele stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Steele was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Steele throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo moves into range and connects with a jab.
A shot to the liver by Lombardo. Beautiful body shot.
Lombardo misses with a jab to the body
and Steele counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Steele moves out of range of the strikes.
Steele throws a big counter combination but Lombardo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Lombardo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Good leg kick by Lombardo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T3#
Steele takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Steele scores with a jab. Lombardo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nice body kick from Lombardo.
Steele avoids a punch combination nicely.
Steele is looking to counter the offense by Lombardo and move into the clinch.
Jab, jab by Lombardo - just one landing.
Steele throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Santino Lombardo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lombardo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Steele has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Steele was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Lombardo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
Lombardo throws an off balance right hand
and Steele counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lombardo lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lombardo missing with a left hand there. Steele was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Steele ducks down to avoid it.
Steele was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Donk. Lombardo catches Steele right on the button with a cross.
Lombardo swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Steele counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lombardo throws a push kick but Steele slaps the foot to one side.
Lombardo gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Steele connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T5#
Lombardo throws a leg kick but Steele sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Steele moves out of range of the leg kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Steele wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Steele blocks the body kick.
Steele is looking to counter punch.
Steele moves out of range of the body kick.
Steele avoids the body shot from Lombardo.
Steele throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Lombardo, right into the meat.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Steele tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Lombardo manages to circle out of the way.
Lombardo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo is looking to slow Steele down with leg kicks.
Lombardo throws a nice inside leg kick. #T6#
Steele takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Steele blocks a jab.
Steele throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
A cross from Lombardo lands.
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo misses with a lunging right hand
and Steele counters with a right hand to the body.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Steele.
Lombardo misses with a jab to the body #CL#
and Steele counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Steele.
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!
Steele tries to land a knee to the head but Lombardo blocks with his arms.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Steele's elbow.
Steele misses with a knee strike.
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land.
Still in the clinch, Lombardo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Steele misses with a knee strike. #T7##BC2#
Lombardo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lombardo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Steele on the side of the head.
Lombardo lands a nice looking body kick.
Lombardo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Steeles jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice defenses there by Steele.
A quick step to the side and Steele tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Steele sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
Steele wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Lombardo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Steele has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL2#
Lombardo closes the distance and clinches.#T8##TD#
Steele manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Lombardo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Steele throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Steele trying to keep a closed guard but Lombardo is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Lombardo avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Lombardo avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Steele manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lombardo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T9#
Steele trying to control the position from guard on top but Lombardo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lombardo 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.
Steele looking to pass the guard.
Lombardo is controlling Steele's posture.
Lombardo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Steele.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Santino Lombardo's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R2#
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Steele is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a jab.
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lombardo.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steele checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Steele is looking to counter the offense by Lombardo and move into the clinch.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lombardo. Steele shrugs it off though.
Lombardo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Steele is just out of range.
Steele tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Lombardo manages to circle out of the way.#T1#
Steele slips under a jab from Lombardo.
Steele throwing a counter right hand but Lombardo manages to avoid it.
Lombardo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Steele ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Steele tries to counter by clinching up but Lombardo breaks away and moves out of range.
Lombardo looks to land a right hand but Steele moved out of range.
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Steele sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Steele is looking to counter punch.
Lombardo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Steele at a distance.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lombardo.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Steele manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Steele tries to keep at a distance but Lombardo has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Steele successfully pulls guard. #T2#
Lombardo trying to control the position from guard on top but Steele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steele looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lombardo is one step ahead there.
Steele pulls Lombardo in close to prevent any damage.
Steele seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Steele looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lombardo is one step ahead there.
Lombardo content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Steele is trying to control the position but Lombardo postures up.
Steele looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lombardo's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Good work by Steele as he checks the leg kick.
Lombardo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lombardo lands a lovely overhand right.
Steele moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
Steele misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Steele 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.
Steele moves out of range as Lombardo strikes.
Lombardo takes one to the side of the head.
Lombardo throws a lazy uppercut
and Steele cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lombardo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lombardo connects with a solid leg kick.
Steele keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lombardo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Steele is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo throws a predictable looking body shot
and Steele counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T5#
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
Steele tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Lombardo manages to circle out of the way.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the body. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Steele makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#TD#
Steele gets control of Lombardo's arms and successfully pulls guard. Steele will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Steele trying to keep a closed guard but Lombardo is proving a slippery customer.
Lombardo stays in close to Steele's body and controls the position. #T6##SUB#
Steele escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lombardo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Steele wants to sweep but no luck.
Steele is trying to keep Lombardo in close.
Steele wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lombardo postures up.
Lombardo wants to control from the top but Steele keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Stanley Steele has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Well,Steele is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T7#
Lombardo tries a low kick but Steele avoids it.
It looked like Steele wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lombardo cracks Steele with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Steele throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big right from Steele misses.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lombardo throws a lazy uppercut
and Steele counters with a nice body shot.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Steele takes the fight into the clinch.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Steele blocks it.
Steele lands a left hand.
Lombardo misses with a punch on the inside.
Steele lands a body shot in the clinch.
Lombardo is breathing heavily.#T8#
Knees in the clinch landing for Steele.
Steele landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Steele throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lombardos head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steele with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #TD#
Steele drags the fight down to the ground.
Lombardo trying to control the position from guard on top but Steele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Steele looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Steele is trying to keep Lombardo in close.
Lombardo looking to sit in guard and control but Steele gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T9#
Steele throws a strike but Lombardo rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Steele has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Lombardo has passed into side control.
Steele tries to bench press Lombardo off him but Lombardo keeps the position.
Stanley Steele overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lombardo trying to control the position but Steele is working away.
Steele wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.

And that's the end of the fight!
Santino Lombardo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lombardo 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!

Santino Lombardo wins by unanimous decision!
An out of breath Santino Lombardo thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: BFF 78: Hill vs. Coleman
Date: Jul 20, 2019

#R1#
Nickal throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo walks into a left hand.
Lombardo 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.
Nickal connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A clash of legs there as Lombardo blocks the low kick.
Nickal wants to land a leg kick but Lombardo is out of range.
Lombardo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lombardo lands with a right hand.
Nickal looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo dips to his left and cracks Nickal with an uppercut!
Nickal feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lombardos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nickal throws a hook but Lombardo avoids it easily.
Nickal lands with a straight right. Lombardo didn't see that one coming.#T1#
Nickal misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Nickal lands a glancing blow to the side of Lombardo's head.
Nickal takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lombardo works the jab nicely.
Nickal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombardo.
Decent striking displayed by Nickal there.
Lombardo digs a good body shot into Nickal's ribs.
Nice shot by Nickal.
Nickal looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
Nickal misses with a right hand
and Lombardo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've been hearing reports that Nickal has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Santino Lombardo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lombardo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lombardo.#T2#
Lombardo works Nickal's body with a nice hook.
Nickal misses with a straight left.
Nickal scores with a jab to the head.
Nickal fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nickal throws a lazy uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nickal throws the left hand but Lombardo avoids the punch easily.
Nice uppercut there from Nickal.
Nickal throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nickal steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lombardo.
Nickal shoots and misses
and Lombardo counters with a slapping leg kick. #T3#
Nickal throws a jab but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lombardo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nickal.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lombardo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nickal shoots and misses
and Nickal takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bo Nickal. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nickal takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nickal is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Nickal misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a low kick, right behind Nickal 's knee.
Lombardo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nickal misses with a jab to the body
and Lombardo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Nickal keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nickal throws a right hand that misses #KD2#
and Lombardo counters with a nice right hand that sends Nickal toppling to the canvas! Nickal scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Lombardo finish him?!#ROC2#
Nickal is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nickal.
Oh Nickal is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lombardo lands a nice looking body kick.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Nickal.
Nickal feinted with a counter takedown.
Lombardo connects with a leg kick. Nickal looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nickal seems to have got his legs back now.
A big right from Nickal misses.
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Nickal drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lombardo sprawls and moves away.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nickal waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lombardo.
Nickal takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nickal misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lombardo! But no joy.
Nickal throws a poor cross that misses
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lombardo keeps Nickal at a distance using the push kick.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Nickal slips the punch.#T5#
A jab from Nickal misses.
Lombardo misses with a straight right.
Nickal swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lombardo.
Nickal throws a looping overhand right but Lombardo ducks down to avoid it.
Lombardo tries to land a leg kick but Nickal saw it coming and moves away.
Lombardo throws a shot from downtown. Nickal moves away and avoids it.
Nickal tries to counter with a takedown but Lombardo is quick to defend against it.
Nickal fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Nickal.
Nickal drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lombardo sprawls and moves away.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Nickal.
Nickal fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lombardo avoids it really well and circles away.
Lombardo tries a quick counter leg kick but Nickal is wise to it.#T6#
Lombardo throws the left hand but Nickal avoids the punch easily.
Lombardo throws a jab when Nickal was well out of range.
Nickal goes for a double leg but Lombardo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Lombardo continues to drive forward.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nickal takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Nickal moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo lands a jab to the nose.
Nickal throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nickal wants to slow Lombardo down by chopping away at his legs.
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!
Nickal throws a hook to the side of Lombardo's head but Lombardo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the body.#T7#
Decent striking displayed by Nickal there.
Lombardo slips a straight right by Nickal.#CL2#
Lombardo has managed to clinch.
Nickal working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from Nickal.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Nickal's ribcage. Nickal let out a lung full of air as it connected.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nickal.
Nickal's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lombardo lands an uppercut.
Nickal has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Lombardo is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Nickal's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lombardo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nickal backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nickal lands with a short shot to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lombardo.
Nickal blocks an uppercut. #T8#
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
A short right from Lombardo.
Nickal prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Nickal blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Lombardo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nickal lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nickal goes for a takedown attempt but Lombardo pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Nickal is breathing heavily.
Nickal throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lombardo's waist but Lombardo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nickal off to one side.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Nickal uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo throws a hook but Nickal blocks it.
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nickal fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lombardo avoids it really well and circles away.#T9#
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Lombardo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nickal throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nickal sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lombardo looks to throw the jab but Nickal is out of range.
Nickal tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lombardo swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Lombardo pushes Nickal up against the ropes in a clinch.
Nickal swings wildly with an uppercut but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Nickal wants the takedown. Lombardo is fighting it off but Nickal persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Lombardo's guard against the ropes.
Nickal wants to pass the guard but Lombardo is keeping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R2#
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Nickal slips the punch.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lombardo thuds his right hand into Nickal's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nickal connects with a right hand. Lombardo shakes it off.
Lombardo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nickal. That did some damage!
Lombardo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Nickal.
Nickal attempts a counter takedown but Lombardo avoids it well and moves away.
Nickal shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lombardo pinned against the ropes. Lombardo gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Lombardo only half commits to the counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo throws a lazy right hand but Nickal sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nickal looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range. #T1#
Nickal takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lombardo feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Nickal's calf.
Nickal lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Lombardo backs up against the ropes.
Nickal throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Nickal misses the target.
Lombardo moves out of range as Nickal throws a body kick.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nickal steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Lombardo. That one must have hurt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nickal's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lombardo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nickal scrambles back to his feet.
Lombardo throws the kick towards the body but Nickal avoids it.
Nickal tries to counter with a takedown but Lombardo is quick to defend against it.
Lombardo slips a jab from Nickal.#T2#
Lombardo lands with a good body shot.
Bo Nickal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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!
Nickal walks forward, straight into a front kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nickal.
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lombardo connects with a body shot.
Nickal shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lombardo pinned against the ropes. Lombardo gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nickal keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Nickal moves out of range of the body kick.#T3#
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nickal throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
A big right from Lombardo misses.
Lombardo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nickal sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nickal half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nickal.
Lombardo connects with a body shot.
A slow jab from Lombardo misses its intended target.
Nickal is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lombardo sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bo Nickal. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nickal scores with a leg kick.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nickal.#T4#
Nickal shoots and misses
and Lombardo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nickal throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nickal bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lombardo is looking to clinch.
Lombardo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nickal misses with a body shot.
Nickal throws an off balance right hand
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Nickal feinted with a counter takedown.
Lombardo misses with a body shot #TD#
and Nickal counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lombardo won't be happy with that.
Nickal working the ground and pound from side control.
Lombardo is trying to control Nickal's posture but Nickal avoids it.
Lombardo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nickal. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T5##SUB#
Nickal goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Lombardo rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Nickal's guard! Nice work there by Lombardo!
Lombardo trying to stand up but can't free himself from Nickal's guard.
Lombardo trying to control the position from guard on top but Nickal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lombardo engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Nickal had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lombardo defends it easily.#T6#
Lombardo controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Nickal looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Nickal is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lombardo won't allow Nickal to sweep him here.
Lombardo wants to pass the guard but Nickal is keeping the position.
Nickal keeping moving, preventing Lombardo from controlling successfully. #T7##SUB#
Nickal working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Lombardo has passed into half guard!
Nickal is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nickal works his way to full guard. Good work.
Nickal tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lombardo is looking to stand up but Nickal won't let him. #SUB#
Lombardo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nickal has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lombardo has managed to get both his arms back between Nickal's legs - danger averted.
Nickal looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lombardo is one step ahead there.
Lombardo sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T8#
Nickal tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nickal is on top in guard. #REVR#
Nickal looking to pass the guard.
Lombardo wants to sweep but no luck.
Lombardo working a defensive guard here.
Nickal trying to control but Lombardo is working from the bottom.
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.#T9#
Nickal stopping the sweep attempt from Lombardo.
Nickal trying to control but Lombardo is working from the bottom.
Lombardo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nickal is one step ahead there.
Nickal stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lombardo swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nickal loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.
It seemed like Lombardo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bo Nickal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lombardo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lombardo misses with a combination
and Nickal counters with a lovely straight right hand!

And that's the end of the fight!
Santino Lombardo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lombardo 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!

Santino Lombardo wins by unanimous decision!
Santino Lombardo thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: BFF 76: Nti vs. Lesnar
Date: Jun 22, 2019

#R1#
Lombardo takes a swing at Rossi's ribcage but misses.
Rossi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a straight left.
Lombardo tries to close the distance and clinch but Rossi swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rossi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It looked like Lombardo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL2#
Rossi clinches.
Rossi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo throws a punch but it's blocked by Rossi.
Rossi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rossi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rossi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rossi working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Rossi working hard to break the clinch.
Rossi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo pushes Rossi back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo 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.#T1#
Lombardo tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rossi avoids it.
Rossi misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo.
Rossi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rossi working aggressively here.
Rossi lands a nice uppercut.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo lands a left hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rossi.
Lombardo misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Lombardo - that landed with a thud.
Rossi wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lombardo.
Rossi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rossi.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rossi's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T2#
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
Lombardo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rossi throws a head punch that misses.
Rossi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rossi avoiding damage as Lombardo throws knees to the body.
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Rossi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lombardo misses with a kick to the body.
Lombardo throws a leg kick
letting Rossi counter with a right hand.
Lombardo lands a nice looking kick to the body. Rossi takes a step back to recover.
Rossi slips a straight right by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a leg kick that misses.
Rossi misses the body punch
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rossi moves out of range of the leg kick from Lombardo.
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
Jab from Lombardo.#T3#
Lombardo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rossi 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 Lombardo has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lombardo and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lombardo half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lombardo lands a right hook to the body. #CL2#
Rossi rushes Lombardo and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Rossi blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Rossi controls his hands.
Rossi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lombardo lands a body punch.
Rossi can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
Rossi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lombardo working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lombardo.
Rossi works on Lombardo's body with a couple of short punches.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Rossi controls the action.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rossi is leaning against Lombardo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lombardo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lombardo cracks Rossi with a nice body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo tries to work over Rossi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Lombardo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rossi.
Rossi working aggressively here.
Lombardo scores with a shot to the side of Rossi's head.
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo.
Rossi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Rossi controls his hands.
Lombardo lands with a left to the head.
Lombardo is leaning against Rossi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Rossi.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rossi.
Rossi misses with the head strike.
Rossi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Rossi blocks it.
Rossi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lombardo backwards.
Rossi lands with a light punch inside.
Rossi misses with the head strike. #T5#
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Lombardo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo cracks Rossi with a nice body shot.
Rossi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rossi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Rossi's ribcage. Rossi let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rossi working aggressively here.
Rossi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Rossi. #BC#
Lombardo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo digs a good hook to Rossi's body.
Santino Lombardo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
That kick from Lombardo tenderised Rossi's leg. Rossi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lombardo blocks a head kick by Rossi.
Rossi jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land. #T6#
Rossi misses with the head strike.
Lombardo prevents Rossi from breaking the clinch.
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
Rossi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Rossi avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the ropes.
Lombardo lands a shot to the body.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Lombardo fails to land.
A short right from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lombardo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A right handed body shot lands from Lombardo.
Rossi looks winded!
Lombardo struggles to land a body shot inside as Rossi controls his hands.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Lombardo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Rossi.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Rossi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Rossi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T7#
Rossi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lombardo prevents a body shot from Rossi.
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rossi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rossi backwards.
A short uppercut from Lombardo.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo tries to work over Rossi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lombardo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo tries to work over Rossi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo throws a head punch that misses.
Lombardo tries a body shot but Rossi blocks it.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rossi working aggressively here.
Lombardo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rossi blocks a body shot from Lombardo. #T8#
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lombardo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rossi working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Lombardo.
Rossi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a shoulder strike.
Lombardo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rossi backwards.
Lombardo blocking some punches.
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rossi misses with the head strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lombardo.
Rossi misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Lombardo.
Lombardo swings wildly with an uppercut but Rossi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo blocks an uppercut.
Lombardo misses with a body punch.
Lombardo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T9#
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rossis head.
Lombardo has a couple of punches blocked by Rossi.
Rossi prevents a body shot from Lombardo.
Lombardo gets through Rossi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo digs a right hand underneath Rossi's ribcage. Rossi let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
Lombardo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rossi tries to move into range but Lombardo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Rossi throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#
Rossi is rocked!
Lombardo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Rossi is still on wobbly legs! Can Lombardo finish him?
A punch lands to the side of Rossi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Rossi avoids the punch easily.
Rossi misses the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo throws a low kick, looking for Rossi's leg but Rossi calmly moves out of range.
Rossi moves out of range as Lombardo throws a body kick.
Rossi seems to have recovered his senses.
A left lands for Lombardo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R2#
Lombardo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL2#
Rossi clinches up against the ropes.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rossi has had enough of the clinch but Lombardo keeps him there for the moment.
Lombardo is leaning against Rossi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Rossi avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the ropes.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rossi has a couple of punches blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo tries to throw a body punch but Rossi avoids it by throwing Lombardo back against the ropes.
Lombardo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lombardo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lombardo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rossi can do to turn this around?
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rossi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rossi misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Lombardo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rossi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rossi is breathing heavily.
Lombardo works on Rossi's body with a couple of short punches.
Lombardo is stalling here.
Lombardo working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Lombardo lands a body punch.
Lombardo can't find room to land a body shot as Rossi controls the action.
Rossi throws a head punch that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lombardo.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
Lombardo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rossi backwards.
Lombardo unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Rossi! He's leaning against the ropes trying to keep his feet but Lombardo is unloading with more strikes now! Rossi drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Santino Lombardo!
A less than humble Santino Lombardo misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: RapidFC 3
Date: Nov 30, 2018

#R1#
Cobra goes for a double leg but Lombardo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lombardo continues to drive forward.
Cobra shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lombardo as he avoids it easily.
Cobra looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cobra fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sargeant Cobra. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lombardo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cobra but Cobra pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lombardo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cobra sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Cobra closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Cobra lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Cobra avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Lombardo working for submissions but it's allowed Cobra to get to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo wants to improve his position but Cobra is controlling well. #SUB#
Cobra seems to be working for a kimura but Lombardo defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Lombardo is trying to control but can't.
Lombardo tries to get to full guard but Cobra has control of the leg.
Lombardo trying to control but Cobra postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cobra is pressing down on Lombardo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lombardo is holding on for now. #SUB#
Cobra is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lombardo doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cobra.
Lombardo tries to roll over but Cobra keeps him under control.
Cobra trying to mount his opponent but Lombardo defends it. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Cobra is working for a submission of some sort.
Cobra moves nicely into side control.
Cobra trying to control the position but Lombardo is working away. #SUB#
Cobra goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Lombardo has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Cobra but great work by Lombardo.#SUB2#
Lombardo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cobra is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Cobra pushes Lombardo away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Lombardo gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Cobra tries to bench press Lombardo off him but Lombardo keeps the position. #T3##SUB2#
Lombardo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Cobra is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lombardo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Cobra, who protects the arm well.
Cobra manages to work his way to half guard, despite Lombardo's best efforts.#SUB#
Cobra looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cobra is trying to stand back up but Lombardo is controlling him
Cobra trying to control but Lombardo postures up. #SUB2#
Cobra is defending against the submission attempts here by Lombardo.
Cobra is not content to let Lombardo control the position.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Cobra moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lombardo looking to pass the guard.
Lombardo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Lombardo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lombardo slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cobra lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sargeant Cobra dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Lombardo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Cobra defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lombardo.
Cobra half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Lombardo as Cobra shoots in.#TD#
Cobra shoots in and gets a takedown into Lombardo's guard.
Lombardo trying to keep a closed guard but Cobra is proving a slippery customer.
Cobra is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lombardo can do to turn this around?
Lombardo being controlled here, momentarily.
Cobra is pushing down on Lombardo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lombardo is fighting to maintain full guard but Cobra has managed to sneak the leg through.
Cobra is trying to control the action in half guard but Lombardo is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo wants to get back to full guard but Cobra has passed into side control.
Cobra tries to advance to mount but can't.
Lombardo tries to bench press Cobra off him but Cobra keeps the position. #T1##SUB#
Cobra tries for a kimura but Lombardo is defending well. #SUB#
Cobra tries for a kimura but Lombardo is defending well.
Cobra wants to control for a moment but Lombardo uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #SUB#
Cobra is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lombardo doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cobra.
Cobra works his way into side control.
Lombardo felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lombardo is looking to reverse the position.
Lombardo prevents Cobra from moving into mount.
Cobra wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lombardo keeps working.
Lombardo tries to buck Cobra off but Cobra is having none of it.#SUB#
Cobra is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lombardo is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Cobra is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lombardo is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Lombardo struggling a bit here.
Lombardo tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Cobra is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lombardo is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
Cobra advances nicely into full mount.
Lombardo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Cobra here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Lombardo tries to hold on but Cobra pushes him away.
Cobra wants to control the pace but Lombardo is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Cobra is working for a guillotine from mount but Lombardo frees his head quite easily.
Lombardo tries to reverse the position but Cobra maintains control.#T4##SUB#
Cobra working for a guillotine from mount but Lombardo is in no mood to give up.
Cobra tries to control but Lombardo wriggling away.
Lombardo tries to reverse the position but Cobra maintains control.
Sargeant Cobra overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Cobra jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Lombardo manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Lombardo wants to control but Cobra postures up.#SUB#
Cobra is trying to get an arm triangle but Lombardo is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lombardo is looking to reverse the position.
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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sargeant Cobra dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Cobra shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cobra shoots in for a takedown but Lombardo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Cobra shoots in looking for a takedown but Lombardo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Cobra's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sargeant Cobra. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lombardo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lombardo wants it to stay on the feet.
Lombardo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cobra as he jumps to the side.
Lombardo shoots in looking for a takedown but Cobra manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lombardo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lombardo misses with a takedown attempt - Cobra sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Cobra leaves Lombardo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
Lombardo gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Cobra's guard. #REVB##SUB2#
Lombardo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lombardo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lombardo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Cobra is trying to keep Lombardo in close. #SUB#
Cobra has his foot on Lombardo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lombardo works his way back into a safe position though.
Lombardo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Cobra looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Cobra working for a triangle but Lombardo defends it easily. #SUB#
Cobra throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lombardo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Cobra is in trouble now - Lombardo has advanced to mount! #T2#
Lombardo sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Santino Lombardo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lombardo looking to control but Cobra is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Cobra is trying desperately to improve position.
Cobra is working hard here to advance position.
Cobra wants to control but Lombardo is having none of it.
Cobra is wriggling around trying to escape. #T3##SUB2#
Lombardo has hold of Cobra's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Cobra manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Cobra tries to hold on but Lombardo postures up.
Cobra keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Lombardo is working for a guillotine from mount but Cobra frees his head quite easily.
Lombardo wants to control the pace but Cobra is squirming around nicely.
Cobra is working to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Lombardo is working for a guillotine from mount but Cobra frees his head quite easily. #T4#
Lombardo prevents Cobra from getting the reversal.
Cobra regains half guard.
Cobra moves into full guard.
Lombardo looking to sit in guard and control but Cobra gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Cobra works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lombardo tries to roll over but Cobra keeps him under control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Cobra is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lombardo misses with some strikes from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Santino Lombardo.
Well Cobra has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 29:28
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sargeant Cobra!

Event: GC 221
Date: Jul 04, 2018

#R1#
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Lombardo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Savic takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lombardo scores with a jab.#CUT#
It looks like Dragomir Savic has been cut.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Savic misses the jab.
It looked like Lombardo was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Savic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo takes one to the chin there.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Savic ducks down to avoid it.
It seemed like Savic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A slow jab from Savic misses its intended target. #T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Savic misses the target.
Savic takes one to the side of the head.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Savic.
Lombardo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Savic on the side of the head.
Savic takes one to the side of the head.
A shot to the liver by Savic. Beautiful body shot.
Savic lands a head shot.
Savic takes one on the button.
Lombardo misses with a looping right.
Savic looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo takes one on the button.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lombardo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lombardo there as he acknowledges the shot.
Savic misses with a combination
and Lombardo counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Savic misses with a right hand
and Lombardo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Savic.
Savic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Savic.
Savic slips under a jab.
It seemed like Savic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Savic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A swing and a miss from Savic.
Savic misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a nice body shot. #T3#
Savic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lombardo.
Savic looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Savic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombardo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombardo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Savic manages to avoid it.
Lombardo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Savic counters with a left to the body.
Lombardo stuns Savic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lombardo ducks right into an uppercut from Savic.
Savic looks to land a right hand but Lombardo moved out of range.
Savic misses with a body shot.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Savic.#T4#
Donk. Lombardo catches Savic right on the button with a cross.
Lombardo thuds a left hand into Savic's body.
Lombardo takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Savic throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Savic jabs Lombardo right on the nose. Lombardo blinks but takes it well.
Lombardo misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Savic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo throws a hook but Savic blocks it.
Savic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lombardo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Savic was well out of range. Poor timing from Lombardo.
Savic takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
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 Santino Lombardo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Dragomir Savic's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Savic keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Savic saw that one coming.
Savic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Savic.
Lombardo looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Lombardo lands a nice shot to the body.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Savic.
Savic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lombardo on the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Santino Lombardo has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Savic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lombardo throws the left hand but Savic avoids the punch easily.
Savic throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
It looked like Lombardo was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Savic.
Savic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Lombardo slips under a jab.
Lombardo avoids the body shot from Savic.
Lombardo was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lombardo misses with a left hand
and Savic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Savic connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A jab from Savic misses.
Savic swings for the body but Lombardo moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Lombardo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Savic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lombardo, as that shot connected.
Savic throws an off balance right hand
enabling Lombardo to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Lombardo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lombardo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Savic swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Savic scores with a hook.
Lombardo punishes Savic's body with a nice straight punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Savic defending well as Lombardo loads up on a big left hand.
Savic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lombardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Savic.
Lombardo defending well as Savic loads up on a big left hand.
Savic misses with a straight right. #T3#
Savic scores with a sloppy right hand. Lombardo should have avoided that one.
Savic misses with a straight right.
Lombardo misses with a left hand
and Savic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lombardo throws an overhand right that lands on Savic's shoulder, as Savic tries to avoid the shot.
Savic will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The fighters circling - Lombardo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Savic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lombardo with a body shot.
Savic ducks under a wild hook from Lombardo.
Savic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Savic swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.
Savic throws an overhand right that lands on Lombardo's shoulder, as Lombardo tries to avoid the shot.
Savic loads up on a big right hand but Lombardo slips the punch.#T4#
Lombardo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Savic looks to throw the jab but Lombardo is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Lombardo misses the target.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Savic misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo throws a looping overhand right but Savic ducks down to avoid it.
Savic scores with a jab.
Savic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Savic misses the shot to the body.
Savic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Savic.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Dragomir Savic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Lombardo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Savic staying out of range there.
Lombardo misses with a hook. Savic ducked under it nicely.
Lombardo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Savic checks it well.
Savic takes a swing at Lombardo's ribcage but misses.
Savic tries a head kick but it misses.
Lombardo works over Savic's head and body with a nice combination.
Lombardo looks to score with a jab to the body but Savic is just out of range.
Despite the aggression on Savic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Savic connects with a right hand. Lombardo shakes it off.
Lombardo misses with a hook. Savic ducked under it nicely.
Savic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Savic lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Savic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lombardo throws out the jab.
Savic is looking for the big counter here.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Savic.
A little feinted left hand from Lombardo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Savic staying out of range there.
A big right from Savic misses.
A swing and a miss from Savic.
Lombardo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lombardo misses with a two punch combination.
Savic misses with a hook to the body
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.
Lombardo looks to land a left hand but Savic moved out of range nicely.
Lombardo misses with a straight right.
Savic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Lombardo throws a right hand that Savic ducks under and follows up with a left that Savic also avoids with ease.
Lombardo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Savic misses with a straight right.
Savic throws a good cross that connects.
Savic keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Savic walks into a left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Savic throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lombardo counters with a straight right hand.
Lombardo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Savic. Savic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Savic throws a sloppy body shot
and Savic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Savic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Savic misses the body punch
and Lombardo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Savic misses with an uppercut.
Lombardo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Savic saw that one coming.
A shot to the liver by Lombardo. Beautiful body shot.
Lombardo 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.
Dragomir Savic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Savic misses with a wild body shot.
Lombardo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Savic.#T4#
Savic throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lombardo misses with a wild body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Savic misses.
Lombardo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The fighters circling - Savic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Savic.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Savic.
Lombardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lombardo throws out a loose jab but Savic uses good head movement to avoid 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!
Lombardo lands a nice hook to Savic's body. Savic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight for Dragomir Savic!
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!

Santino Lombardo wins by split decision!

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