Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: GAMMA#1050 Kolla v William
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
River misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bonney throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
River is looking to counter punch.
A thudding body kick lands there by River!
River throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bonney thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bonney throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
River definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bonney takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
River throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
River throws a one two combo.
River throws a leg kick that misses.
Bonney ducks under a wild hook from River.
Bonney waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
A slapping body kick lands there for River.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River connects with a body shot that sends Bonney's belly button to the back.
River wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bonney misses with a low kick.
River lands with a hook. Bonney tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
River jabs at Bonney's body.#T1#
River digs a good body shot into Bonney's ribs.
River fails with the takedown.
Bonney looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bonney walks into a left hand.
River throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bonney connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
River misses with a jab to the body
and Bonney counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River misses with a body kick.
Bonney is looking to score with low kicks.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonney was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
It seemed like Bonney was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bonney stuffs the takedown.
A shot to the liver by River. Beautiful body shot.
River throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Bonney wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonney takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A jab lands there for Bonney.
Bonney listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T2#
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
River comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
River throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bonney drops his hands momentarily and River takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
River scores with a punch to the head.
River is looking to wear down Bonney with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
River cracks a nice hook into Bonney's ribs.
A big right from River misses.
William H Bonney is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River lands a nice hook to Bonney's body. Bonney takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
River moves away from the strike by Bonney.
River lands a nice shot that snaps Bonney's head back.
River slips under a jab.
River misses with an uppercut.
River throws the kick towards the body but Bonney avoids it.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Some bone on bone action there as River checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
River misses with a body shot
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
River misses the shot to the body. #T3#
River misses with a body shot
and Bonney counters with a nice body shot.
A swing and a miss from Bonney.
Crunch! River slams his shin into Bonney's torso.#TD#
River dives in and scores a takedown into Bonney's guard.
Bonney wants to stand and escape but River is having none of it.
River working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bonney's head.
River in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
River throws a big right hand that misses.
River in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bonney controlling the position.
River throws a strike but Bonney rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
River is looking for a triangle but Bonney pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Bonney got a little sloppy there for a moment and River has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bonney has managed to get both his arms back between River's legs - danger averted.#T4##SUB#
River is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bonney is aware though and is defending well.
River controlling Bonney's posture.
Bonney tries to stand but River is controlling from the bottom.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bonney is one step ahead there.
Bonney wants to stand but River is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB#
River working for a triangle but Bonney defends it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bonney is one step ahead there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
That's time! River's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonney manages to avoid it.
Bonney doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bonney missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
River slips under a jab from Bonney.
Bonney throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck River on the side of the head.
River misses the shot to the body.
River defending well as Bonney loads up on a big left hand.
River swings for the body but Bonney moves out of range.
Bonney waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
Bonney bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It seemed like Bonney was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River looks to land a right hand but Bonney moved out of range.
River lands a jab to the nose.
River scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
River keeps Bonney at a distance using the push 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!
River lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bonney at a distance. #T1#
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
River fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bonney waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
River works the jab nicely.
Nice straight punches there by River. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of River.
River throws a half hearted mid kick.
River misses with a body shot.
River misses with a body shot
and Bonney counters with a straight right hand.#TD#
River shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
River is trying to control the action in half guard but Bonney is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
River trying to pass the guard but Bonney defending well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
River thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
River controlling the action here.
River is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bonney can do to turn this around?#SUB#
River is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bonney is just riding it out for now. River eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
River is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bonney keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3#
Bonney tries to kick River off but River keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
River is keen to just control but Bonney is a slippery customer.#SUB#
River is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
River seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bonney does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
River is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bonney defends it well.
River throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
River wants to work for an arm triangle but Bonney is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
River is keen to just control but Bonney is a slippery customer.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#SUB#
River wants to work for an arm triangle but Bonney is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bonney is controlling River's position as best he can from this difficult position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bonney takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
River throws a body punch but Bonney moves out of range.
Bonney takes one to the side of the head.
River connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bonney. Bonney circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A big right from Bonney misses.
Bonney misses with a looping right.
River takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CUT2#Kollaa River's cut is getting worse.
River tries for a takedown but Bonney circles away easily
and Bonney counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonney throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonney avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
River with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Bonney counter with a right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3##TD#
River fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bonney to the ground. River is now in Bonney's guard.
Bonney wants to stand up but River is controlling him.
Bonney is pulling down on River's head. It's preventing any offense from River, at least for the moment.
River trying to control but Bonney is working from the bottom.
River throws an elbow that misses. Bonney uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in River's guard. Nice move by Bonney!#REVB#
River not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bonney must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonney trying to stand up but can't free himself from River's guard.
River is trying to keep Bonney in close.
Bonney preventing the sweep.
Bonney wants to stand but River has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T1#
Bonney really doesn't want to stay on the ground with River. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
River is trying to keep Bonney in close.
Bonney tries to stand but River is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Bonney is sitting in close to River's body. River has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Bonney is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Bonney is tapping! That was a very nice submission by River.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River retains his light heavyweight title!
Kollaa River gave a mention to Urban Fighter in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: GAMMA#1045 Odin v Mickey
Date: Mar 09, 2024

#R1#
River moves out of range of the strikes.
A cross from River lands.
Wolf takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Wolf throws a right and a left that both miss.
River throws the left hand but Wolf avoids the punch easily.
Jab from River.
The fighters circling - Wolf throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Wolf to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wolf was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
River jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wolf ducks right into an uppercut from River.
Some wild striking there from Wolf.
Wolf takes one to the side of the head.
River definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
River throws a hook but Wolf blocks it.
Wolf looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD#
River drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
River wants to control from the top but Wolf keeps moving.
Wolf can't keep his opponent in guard - River advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
River thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Wolf's head.
Wolf manages to get to full guard.
River throws a big right hand that misses.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells River's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
River is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
River postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
River scoring with some ground and pound.
River might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Wolf trying to keep a closed guard but River is proving a slippery customer. #T2##SUB2#
Wolf is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. River is aware though and is defending well.
Wolf is trying to keep River in close.
River's corner is telling him to maintain position.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Wolf is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
River avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Wolf has his foot on River's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. River works his way back into a safe position though.
Wolf being controlled here, momentarily.
River throws an elbow that misses. Wolf uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in River's guard. Nice move by Wolf!#REVB#
River 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.
Wolf controlling from the top position.
Wolf wants to control from the top but River keeps moving. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
River escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Wolf gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
River has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Wolf can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
River working for a triangle but Wolf defends it easily. #SUB#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River'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#
River blocks a head kick by Wolf.
Wolf moves out of range of the body kick.
River throws a big shot that misses.
Wolf is trying to counter with his kicks.
River misses with an uppercut
letting Wolf counter with a right hand.
River fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Wolf looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
River ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD#
River shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Wolf's guard.
River wants to control from the top but Wolf keeps moving.
River looking to sit in guard and control but Wolf gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
River is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Wolf defends well.
Wolf stands and throws River's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1##SUB2#
Wolf looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
River tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Wolf presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
River is trying to escape the mount. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Wolf fails to move to back control.
River is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
River is squirming around, avoiding Wolf's attempts to control the action.
River tries to reverse the position but Wolf maintains control.#SUB2#
Wolf looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Wolf wants to take his opponent's back but River doesn't allow it. #T3#
Wolf prevents River from getting the reversal.
Wolf controlling his opponent.
Wolf trying to control but River is having none of it.
River really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Wolf is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. River can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
River slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Wolf prevents River from improving his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
River regains full guard. Nicely done.
Wolf is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Aaron Wolf will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
River misses with a body shot.
River throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Wolf connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
River scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Wolf takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT#It looks like Aaron Wolf has been cut.
Wolf misses with a head kick.
River slips a jab from Wolf.
Wolf thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wolf lands a nice looking body kick.
Wolf misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wolf uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Wolf doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River scores with a nice strike.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wolf manages to avoid it.
Kollaa River is winning the standup battle so far.
River throws the kick towards the body but Wolf avoids it.
River looks to land a right hand but Wolf moved out of range.
River jabs at Wolf's body.#T1#
River misses with a lunging right hand
and Wolf counters with a nice uppercut.
River ducks under a wild hook from Wolf.
River misses with an uppercut. Wolf saw that one coming.
A slow jab from Wolf misses its intended target.
Wolf avoids the body shot from River.
River fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
River lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
River scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Wolf doesn't seem bothered though.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters circle momentarily. River darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Wolf does a little dance to reset his feet.
River shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Wolf counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
River lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Wolf at a distance.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wolf has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by River.
Wolf lands with a kick to the temple. River shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2#Kollaa River's cut is getting worse.
Wolf keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slow jab from Wolf misses its intended target.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wolf throws out the jab.
River fires out a quick counter leg kick but Wolf just manages to avoid it.
Wolf just misses with a punch to the body.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice side step and Wolf releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Wolf looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Wolf on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
River throws a head kick that Wolf semi-blocks.
River takes a swing at Wolf's ribcage but misses.
Wolf doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T3#
Wolf on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wolf takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Good shot there by Wolf.
River misses with a jab to the body
enabling Wolf to counter with a crisp jab.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Wolf has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Wolf has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Wolf steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from River. That one must have hurt.
River scores with a body shot.
River scores with a head kick. Wolf tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
River throws a body punch but Wolf moves out of range.
Wolf keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River lands a jab to the head. #T4#
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wolf stuffs the takedown attempt from River. River gets slowly back to his feet.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Wolf crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from River - the referee stops the clock and Wolf gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says River. Wolf manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
River throws a jab when Wolf was well out of range.
River goes for a double leg but Wolf avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wolf continues to drive forward.
As River backs off Wolf throws a huge counter combo but River manages to avoid it all.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wolf scores with a shot to the side of River's head. #BC2#
Wolf manages to break the clinch.
Wolf keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
Wolf slips under a jab from River.
A countering left hand to the body from Wolf misses.
River is looking to wear down Wolf with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
River throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
River scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Wolf doesn't seem bothered though.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Wolf does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wolf doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! River's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Wolf ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wolf feints a counter leg kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from River - that will leave a mark!
Wolf throws a head kick but River moves out of range.
Wolf has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from River.
Wolf uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River. #TD#
River shoots in and gets a takedown into Wolf's guard.
Wolf working a defensive guard here.
River missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Our spies down at at Bigfoot BJJ inform us that Wolf has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Wolf is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
River looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River trying to control but Wolf is working from the bottom. #T1#
River with a nice head shot there.
River tries to free his leg and advance position but Wolf is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Wolf is looking for a triangle but River pushes his legs off easily.
Kollaa River overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
River stays in close to Wolf's body and controls the position.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Wolf is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River scoring with punches to the head and body.
Wolf is trying to keep River in close.
River is looking to work some ground and pound but Wolf has wrist control.#SUB#
River drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and River jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #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.
River postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Wolf keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
Wolf controlling the position.#SUB2#
Wolf is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Wolf has his foot on River's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. River works his way back into a safe position though.
Wolf is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Wolf is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Wolf is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Wolf is trying to keep River in close. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
River fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
River throws a body punch but Wolf moves out of range.
Wolf throws a counter combo.
Wolf takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
River takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
River looks to land a left hand but Wolf moved out of range nicely.
Aaron Wolf is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good exchange - River coming out on top.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River misses with a shot to the body
and Wolf counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A shot to the liver by River. Beautiful body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from River.
River comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Wolf checks a leg kick.
Wolf tries to move into range but River moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T4#
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wolf moves away.
Wolf swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River digs a good hook to Wolf'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!
River checks the leg kick nicely there.
River cracks a nice hook into Wolf's ribs.
River swings for the body but Wolf moves out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by River as he connects with a hook.
River misses with an uppercut. Wolf saw that one coming.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wolf.
River misses with a kick to the body.
River buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
River scores with a jab to the jaw.
River tries to clinch there but Wolf circles away.
Wolf throws a fast counter high kick but River manages to duck under it in time.
River misses with a body punch
and Wolf counters with a body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River had his way with Aaron Wolf in 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. This is the final round!#R5#
Wolf attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kollaa River is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Wolf takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wolf takes one to the side of the head.
River blocks a head kick by Wolf.
River throws a hook but Wolf blocks it.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
And Wolf responds with a good body kick, but River manages to step out the way in time.
River is looking to clinch but Wolf is avoiding it.
River swings for the body but Wolf moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An inside leg kick from River misses.
Wolf 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 River, as that shot connected.
River shoots in for a takedown but Wolf shows good takedown defense.
Wolf swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wolf was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
Wolf takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
River throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Wolf slips under a jab from River.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
River gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Wolf counters with a solid body kick.
River bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
River digs a good hook to Wolf's body.
Nice body punch from River.
River throws a half hearted mid kick.
River throws a lazy right hand but Wolf sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A nice side step and Wolf releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Jab from River.
Wolf attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wolf looks like he wants to counter punch here.
River 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!
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wolf manages to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wolf! But no joy.
River misses with a wild body shot.
Aaron Wolf has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
River works the jab nicely.
Wolf throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
River looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A swing and a miss from River.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
As River backs off Wolf throws a huge counter combo but River manages to avoid it all.
River throws a wild body kick that Wolf sees coming a mile off.
Wolf tries a quick counter leg kick but River is wise to it.
Wolf throws a series of punches but River avoids them all with ease.
River fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wolf avoids it really well and circles away.#T3#
River takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
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.
Wolf misses with a straight right.
Wolf misses with a body shot.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River fails with the takedown.
Wolf looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
River misses with a right hand
and Wolf counters with a right hand to the body.
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A nice leg kick from River, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wolf throws a hook but River avoids it easily.#T4#
Wolf swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River throws a leg kick but Wolf moved away.
A good leg kick by River.
A left lands for River.
River throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Wolf stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Wolf - that will leave a mark!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Wolf uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Wolf avoids the body shot from River.
A nice side step and Wolf releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
River takes a swing at Wolf's ribcage but misses.
Wolf moves out of range as River throws a body kick.
Wolf stuffs the takedown.
Wolf appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kollaa River showed his dominance in that final round.
I think River 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 49:46
Judge James Glass scores the fight 49:46
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kollaa River!
Kollaa River retains his light heavyweight title!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Kollaa River made sure he mentioned Urban Fighter, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
In defeat, Aaron Wolf stepped up to the mic, saying 'Get Over Here ! '.

Event: GAMMA#1037 Bonney v River
Date: Jan 20, 2024

#R1#
Bonney with a body punch. A glancing blow.
River pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A telegraphed right hand from Bonney misses the target.
River moves into range and connects with a jab.
A low kick lands for Bonney.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonney throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
We've been told by Bonney's head coaches at Outlaw MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab lands there for River.
Bonney misses with a looping right.
Bonney takes a body punch but keeps moving.
River looks to land a left hand but Bonney moved out of range nicely.
River jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
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!
River fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nice defenses there by Bonney.
A lazy body kick from River
and Bonney connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Bonney misses the target.
Nice body punch from River. #T1#
River fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
River throws the kick towards the body but Bonney avoids it.
River wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bonney loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Bonney looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
Bonney moves away from the strike by River.
A big right from River misses.
Bonney keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River misses the body punch
and Bonney counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
River throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bonney tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. River is in Bonney's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River looking to pass the guard.
River throwing strikes from guard but Bonney blocks nicely.
River has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
River has gone for a leg lock! Bonney slips out almost immediately though and dives into River's guard.#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
River has a closed guard, preventing Bonney from standing up.
Bonney wants to stand and escape but instead River has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
River with a flurry of punches that miss.
River throwing strikes from guard but Bonney blocks nicely.
Bonney can't keep his opponent in guard - River advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bonney is looking to improve his position.
Bonney looks like he's trying to stand up. #T3#
River is looking to take a break and control but Bonney is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River not doing much here.
Bonney is trying to stand back up but River is controlling him #SUB2#
River is trying to work for a kimura but Bonney is defending well.
River is trying to control the action in half guard but Bonney is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #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.
River sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bonney defending well though.
Bonney is trying to stand back up but River is controlling him
River is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
River seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bonney does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
River tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bonney knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
River working over Bonney with some ground and pound. Bonney looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
River is trying to control. Bonney wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
River is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
River misses with some ground and pound and Bonney recovers position to half guard. #SUB2#
River seems to be looking for submissions.
Bonney is not content to let River control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River'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.#R2#
River misses with a wild body shot.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bonney.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Bonney throwing a counter right hand but River manages to avoid it.
River is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bonney rather than just go for the knockout.
River keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bonney doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
River looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
River misses with a left hand
and Bonney cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bonney with a body punch. A glancing blow.
River misses with a straight left. #TD2#
River bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bonney keeps working.
River is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
River fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Bonney knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for River on the ground.
Bonney tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
River tries to advance to mount but can't.
River wants to control but Bonney is keeping him busy.
River looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Bonney is avoiding damage well.
River throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Bonney wants to get back to his feet.
River is working Bonney over with some ground and pound from side control.
River is looking to take a break and control but Bonney is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
River in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T2#
River works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
River is looking to take a break and control but Bonney is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
River looks up at the clock and then as Bonney takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, River smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Check out the look on River's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
River throws an elbow but Bonney slips to the side and avoids it well.
River working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Bonney managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by River.
River working the ground and pound but Bonney is defending the strikes.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
River is trying to ground and pound but Bonney uses the momentary lack of control by River to regain half guard.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bonney keeps working. #T3#
River not landing any meaningful shots this time.
River throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bonney is trying to get back to full guard.
Bonney blocking the ground and pound attempt from River.
River trying to mount his opponent but Bonney defends it.
Ground and pound from River. #SUB2#
River is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bonney is just riding it out for now. River eventually gives up the hold.
River missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T4#
River missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
River scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
River is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
River content to control rather than advance.
River moves nicely into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
River throwing strikes but Bonney manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River'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.#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
Bonney uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
River jabs Bonney right on the nose. Bonney blinks but takes it well.
Bonney lands a nice leg kick that just misses River's sensitive parts.
River takes a swing at Bonney's ribcage but misses.
Bonney dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonney sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
River fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bonney misses with an uppercut.
River punishes Bonney's body with a nice straight punch.
River walks into a straight right hand from Bonney.
River lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice uppercut lands for Bonney. That snapped River's head back.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonney. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
River misses with a left hand
and Bonney counters with a stiff right hand.
Bonney wants to land a leg kick but River is out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bonney takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses. #T1#
River misses with a takedown attempt
and Bonney counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
River lands with a nice body punch.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonney is just out of range.
Bonney throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bonney defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
Bonney throwing a counter right hand but River manages to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Bonney there.
Bonney takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
River closes the distance and clinches up with Bonney, looking for a takedown. River pushes Bonney against the cage but Bonney circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
It looked like Bonney wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
River throws a head kick that Bonney semi-blocks.
River lands a nice hook to Bonney's body. Bonney takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
River misses with a body punch
and Bonney cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
River comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts 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!
Nice body punch from River.
Kollaa River seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD2#
River fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bonney sprawls well initially but River persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
River scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T2#
River performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
River is pressing down on Bonney's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bonney is holding on for now.
River is looking to take a break and control but Bonney is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
River seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
River is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
River is looking to stall here but Bonney recovers full guard. #T3#
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Bonney is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bonney avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
River throwing strikes but missing.
River cracks Bonney with a solid left hand.
River stays in close to Bonney's body and controls the position.
River preventing the sweep. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
River trying to control but Bonney is working from the bottom.
River is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
River trying to control but Bonney is working from the bottom.
River missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bonney 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.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bonney sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bonney.
River tries to land a body kick
and Bonney counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
River swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bonney.
River misses with a straight left.
River misses with a takedown attempt - Bonney sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
River misses with a left hand
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A slapping leg kick lands for River.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Bonney.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
River scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bonney misses with a hook.
Bonney misses with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonney gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A head kick misses from River.
Bonney was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
River slips under a jab.
River stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bonney missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
River lands a body shot.
River thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bonney throws a quick counter kick to the body but River avoids it.
Bonney uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonney manages to avoid it.
River shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bonney as he avoids it easily.
River scores with a sloppy right hand. Bonney should have avoided that one.
River misses with a jab to the body
and Bonney counters with a left to the body. #TD2#
River shoots in and gets a takedown into Bonney's guard.
River is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
River throwing strikes from guard but Bonney blocks nicely.
River throws a strike but Bonney rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Bonney tries to stand but River is controlling from the bottom.
Kollaa River has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Bonney postures up.
Bonney wants to stand but River is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
River is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work 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!
Bonney wants to get up but he can't break River's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
River working for a triangle but Bonney defends it easily.
Bonney trying to stand up but can't free himself from River's guard.#T3#
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
River throws a poor cross that misses
and Bonney counters with a nice uppercut.
Bonney stuffs the takedown.
William H Bonney has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
Bonney moves away from the strike by River.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A decent looking cross lands there for River.
River misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bonney counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
River takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
River swings widly with a right hand
enabling Bonney to counter with a crisp jab.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonney manages to avoid it.
Bonney appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bonney walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
River scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bonney doesn't seem bothered though.
Bonney throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
River takes a swing at Bonney's ribcage but misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A shot to the body from River misses
and Bonney cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jab by River.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bonney counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
River misses with a body kick.
Bonney misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bonney throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Kollaa River will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Bonney throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
William H Bonney has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kollaa River is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bonney misses with a hook.
A swing and a miss from River.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bonney moves out of range as River throws a body kick.
River fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bonney.
River connects with a body shot.
A swing and a miss from River.
River lands a right hook to the body.
Bonney on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A jab from River finds it's way through Bonney's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River lands a slapping body shot.
A big right from River misses.
River walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bonney moves forwards but River connects with a nice, crisp 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!
River throws an off balance right hand
and Bonney counters with a left to the body. #T1#
Bonney misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
River misses with a body shot
and Bonney counters with a left to the body.
River is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Bonney keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bonney was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
River scores with a jab to the head.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! River crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Bonney - the referee stops the clock and River gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Bonney. River manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Bonney waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
Bonney throws a leg kick but River sees it coming and moves out of range.
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
River throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bonney 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.
River gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bonney counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bonney.
Bonney lands a right hook to the body.
River moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Bonney takes a body punch but keeps moving.
River misses with a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River looks to land a right hand but Bonney moved out of range.
River punishes Bonney's body with a nice straight punch.
Bonney moves out of range as River strikes.
Bonney was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
River lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bonney's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.
Bonney connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bonney takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bonney cracks River with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nice body punch from River.
Bonney throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonney misses the shot to the body.
River lands a glancing blow to the side of Bonney's head.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bonney has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T3#
River takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bonney throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonney moves away.
Bonney keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bonney takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
River slips under a jab from Bonney.#TD2#
River shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Bonney's guard.
River engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
River advances position into side control!
River taking a breather here. #T4#
Bonney is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kollaa River comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well River 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 46:50
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 45:50
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kollaa River!
Kollaa River is the new light heavyweight champion!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Kollaa River waved his t-shirt featuring Urban Fighter's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: GAMMA#1033 Wilfred v Genkei
Date: Dec 30, 2023

#R1#
River closes the distance and clinches up with Sampaio, looking for a takedown. River pushes Sampaio against the cage but Sampaio circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A shot to the liver by River. Beautiful body shot.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sampaio moves away.
River wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River throws a sloppy head kick and Sampaio moves out of range easily.
River lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
River slips under a jab.
Jab, jab by River - just one landing.
Sampaio avoids the body shot from River.
A little feinted left hand from Sampaio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
River looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sampaio connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sampaio connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
River throws an off balance right hand
letting Sampaio counter with a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
River throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sampaio's waist but Sampaio gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing River off to one side.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sampaio moves away.
River lands with a shot to the body.
River avoids the body shot from Sampaio. #T1#
Nice uppercut lands for River. That snapped Sampaio's head back.
River lands a leg kick that knocks Sampaio off balance momentarily.
Sampaio scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sampaio tries to move into range but River moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sampaio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Sampaio.
Sampaio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sampaio looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
River misses with a jab to the body
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sampaio takes one to the side of the head.
River gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sampaio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
Good standup being displayed there by River as he connects 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!
River scoring well with a low kick there.
River gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A big left from River misses. #T2#
River throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sampaio.
River looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
River with a jab.
River lands a jab to Sampaio's midsection.
River misses with a straight left.
It looked like Sampaio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
River walks into a straight right hand from Sampaio.
River throws a shot from downtown. Sampaio moves away and avoids it.
Sampaio seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Sampaio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sampaio throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
River feints a counter leg kick.
River lands with a good body shot.
River misses with an uppercut
and Sampaio counters with a right hand to the body.
River tries for a takedown but Sampaio sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Fortunado Sampaio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
Sampaio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
River lands with a shot to the body. #T3#
River jabs at Sampaio's body.
Sampaio slips a straight right by River.
Sampaio paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Sampaio slips under a jab.
River misses with a lunging right hand
and Sampaio counters with a nice uppercut.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sampaio was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
Sampaio misses with a straight left.
Sampaio takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sampaio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
River throws a right hand that misses
and Sampaio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
River digs a good body shot into Sampaio's ribs.
River fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sampaio.
River misses with a takedown
and Sampaio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River lands with a right hand. #T4#
A lazy body kick from River
enabling Sampaio to counter with a crisp jab.
Sampaio takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
River shoots for a double leg takedown but Sampaio sprawls well. He's pushed River's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sampaio appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
River throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
River throws a sloppy body shot
and Sampaio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
River tests Sampaio's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River swings for the body but Sampaio moves out of range.
Sampaio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sampaio throws a hook but River blocks it.
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sampaio is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sampaio avoids a kick to the body.
Sampaio just misses with a punch to the body.
A big right from Sampaio misses.
River misses with a jab to the body
and Sampaio counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kollaa River will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sampaio.
We've been told by Sampaio's head coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
River scores with a punch to the head.#TD2#
River shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.

Sampaio wriggles free and stands up.
River uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sampaio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kollaa River seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sampaio.
River missing with a left hand there. Sampaio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A jab from River misses.
A little feinted left hand from Sampaio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sampaio. That did some damage!
River jabs Sampaio right on the nose. Sampaio blinks but takes it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Sampaio does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
River throws a half hearted mid kick.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sampaio.
River doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
River with a hook.
River throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sampaio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
River throws a jab when Sampaio was well out of range.
River ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sampaio looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from River.
Sampaio was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
River misses with an uppercut
enabling Sampaio to counter with a crisp jab.
River works Sampaio's body with a nice hook.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River lands a nice shot to the body. #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!
River misses with a lunging right hand
and Sampaio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
River throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
River scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
River shoots in and drives through. Sampaio sprawls well.
River misses with a body punch
enabling Sampaio to counter with a crisp jab.
River scores with a spinning back kick!
River scores with a leg kick.
Sampaio defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
River blocks a jab.
River cracks a nice hook into Sampaio's ribs.
River connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
River is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Sampaio rather than just go for the knockout.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sampaio.
River connects with a body shot.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Sampaio connects with a leg kick.
River misses with an uppercut
and Sampaio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
River lands a right hook to the body.
Sampaio has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by River.
Sampaio is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nice body kick there by River.
River takes one to the side of the head.
Sampaio missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sampaio has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sampaio loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Sampaio takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sampaio lands a straight punch to the body, keeping River at a distance.
Sampaio connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed River momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sampaio was well out of range. Poor timing from River.#T4#
A slapping leg kick lands for River.
River looks to throw the jab but Sampaio is out of range.
River lands a body shot. #TD2#
River shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. River showed some decent athleticism there.

Sampaio kicks River off and gets back to his feet.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sampaio.
River misses with a looping right.
Sampaio thumps River with a low kick.
Sampaio stuns River with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head kick misses from Sampaio.
River throws a hook but Sampaio avoids it easily.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sampaio connects with a nice looking jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Sampaio's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
River misses with a hook
and Sampaio counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps River thinking.
Kollaa River is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
River slips under a jab from Sampaio.
River defending well as Sampaio loads up on a big left hand.
River digs a good body shot into Sampaio's ribs.
River changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
River feints and then cracks Sampaio's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sampaio down.
River comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
River misses with a body kick.
River scores with a hook to the body. Sampaio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
River throws a hook but Sampaio avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sampaio slips under a jab.
Sampaio fires out a quick counter leg kick but River just manages to avoid it.
Sampaio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sampaio moves away.
River misses with a straight left. #T1#
River scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sampaio doesn't seem bothered though.
River tests Sampaio's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sampaio throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck River on the side of the head.
Sampaio throws a lazy right hand but River sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sampaio blocks a head kick by River.
River swings away with a body shot that misses
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sampaio moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sampaio slips under a jab from River.
Sampaio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Sampaio does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Sampaio misses the target.
River lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sampaio takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sampaio takes one to the side of the head. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River looks to land a right hand but Sampaio moved out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Sampaio misses its target.#TD2#
River looking to score a takedown here. Sampaio is defending well but River drives through and ends up in Sampaio's guard.
Fortunado Sampaio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sampaio managing to control the position.
Sampaio is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sampaio looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
River is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sampaio is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
River engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Sampaio on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Sampaio tries to get out of the position.
River is continuing to stall.#T3##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
River misses with a hook to the body
and Sampaio counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sampaio fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt River.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sampaio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
Sampaio defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
Sampaio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
River feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sampaios jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sampaio slips a jab from River.
Sampaio takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T4#
River scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
River throws a predictable looking body shot
and Sampaio counters with a leg kick.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sampaio manages to avoid it.
River misses with a wild body shot.
Sampaio was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
River thumps Sampaio with a low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sampaio.
Sampaio misses with a head kick.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sampaio.
River lands with a shot to the body.
Sampaio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
River has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sampaio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by River.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The fighters circling - Sampaio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sampaio ducks right into an uppercut from River.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kollaa River!
Kollaa River made sure to mention his sponsor, Urban Fighter in his post fight interview.

Event: GAMMA#1028 Tungsten v Beau
Date: Dec 02, 2023

#R1#
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stalinovich moves away.
Stalinovich fakes a jab and throws a low kick but River checks it well.
Stalinovich shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. River eats them both and turns towards Stalinovich to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
Stalinovich takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
Stalinovich dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on River. That did some damage!
Nice shot lands for Stalinovich.
River looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A nice inside leg kick there by Stalinovich. That's going to slow River down.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
River misses with an uppercut. Stalinovich saw that one coming.
River cracks Stalinovich with an open hand slap.
Stalinovich takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
River lands a front kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stalinovich tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Stalinovich ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
River lands a nice shot to the body.
Stalinovich comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
River blocks a head kick by Stalinovich.
Stalinovich misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
River connects with a crisp jab.
Stalinovich tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Stalinovich.
Stalinovich looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Stalinovich defending well as River loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
River misses with a straight right.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stalinovich manages to avoid it.
River staying out of range there.
River doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
River avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A countering left hand to the body from River misses.
River walks into a straight right hand from Stalinovich.
River throws the left hand but Stalinovich avoids the punch easily.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice leg kick lands there from Stalinovich.
River scores with a nice strike.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
River thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Stalinovich if he has to take too many more of those.
Stalinovich bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Stalinovich connects with a crisp jab.
Stalinovich uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from River.
River swings for the body but Stalinovich moves out of range.
Stalinovich swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Stalinovich wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Stalinovich keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
Stalinovich feinted there with a counter leg kick.
River swats away the attempt to clinch by Stalinovich.
River throws the kick towards the body but Stalinovich avoids it.
Stalinovich is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stalinovich throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Stalinovich.
River catches Stalinovich with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Stalinovich throws a series of punches but River moves out of range. #CL#
Stalinovich has closed the distance and engaged River in a clinch.
A short right from River.
Stalinovich cracks River with a nice body shot.
Stalinovich throws a punch but it's blocked by River.
Stalinovich lands a nice shot to the body.
River taking a breather.
River tries to throw a body punch but Stalinovich avoids it by throwing River back against the cage. #BC2#
River escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Stalinovich scores with a decent looking hook.
River shoots in for a takedown but Stalinovich shows good takedown defense.
Stalinovich avoids the body shot from River.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stalinovich throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Stalinovich is just out of range.
Stalinovich throws a jab when River was well out of range.#T3#
Jab, jab by River - just one landing.
Stalinovich takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
Stalinovich tries a low kick but River avoids it.
River avoids a kick to the body.
River appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Stalinovich gets caught napping as River dives in and scores a takedown. Stalinovich manages to retain guard.
Stalinovich looking to hit a scissor sweep but River is one step ahead there.
River controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Stalinovich has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but River can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
River throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stalinovich looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Stalinovich throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T4#
River trying to control but Stalinovich is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Stalinovich looking for subs off his back but River has passed one foot through into half guard.
River trying to control from half guard but Stalinovich is working away.
Stalinovich is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
River seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Stalinovich does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
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 Joseph Stalinovich will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
River just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Stalinovich has River up against the cage in a clinch.
Stalinovich lands a body shot.
River misses with a punch to the body.
River working hard to break the clinch.
River is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Stalinovich pulls him back up using the underhooks.
River content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Stalinovich misses with the head strike.
River prevents a body shot from Stalinovich.
Stalinovich misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Stalinovich gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from River.
Stalinovich struggles to land a body shot inside as River controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Stalinovich gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Joseph Stalinovich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
Stalinovich misses with a body punch.
Stalinovich lands with a short punch from the clinch.
River prevents a body shot from Stalinovich.
Stalinovich prevents a body shot from River.
A short left from Stalinovich. #T1#
Stalinovich lands an uppercut.
Stalinovich letting River take a breather here.
Stalinovich prevents a body shot from River. #BC2#
River manages to break the clinch.
River has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Stalinovich finds it's way round the side to connect with River's head.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stalinovich manages to avoid it.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
River misses with a wild body shot.
Stalinovich scores with a nice strike.
Stalinovich thumps River with a low kick.
Stalinovich swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by River.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Stalinovich wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
River takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Stalinovich looks to throw the jab but River is out of range. #CL#
Stalinovich clinches up with River and pushes him back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stalinovich lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
River breaks from the clinch.
Stalinovich fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt River.
A lazy left from River finds it's target.#T2#
Stalinovich throws a low kick but River moves out of range easily.
Stalinovich throws a quick head kick that skims the top of River's head.
River throws out a loose jab but Stalinovich uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big right from Stalinovich misses.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Stalinovich throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Stalinovich is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that River can do to turn this around?
Stalinovich lands with a straight right. River didn't see that one coming.
Stalinovich misses with a straight right.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Stalinovich tried to score with a low kick but River checks it.
Both fighters circling a little - River finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
River paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
River fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Stalinovich connects with a single shot there.
River throws a leg kick but Stalinovich sees it coming and checks it nicely.
River is looking to land body kicks.
River throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Stalinovich stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T3#
Stalinovich throws a hook but River blocks it.
Crunch! River slams his shin into Stalinovich's torso.
Stalinovich connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed River momentarily.
Stalinovich fails with an attempt to clinch.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stalinovich.
Stalinovich ducks under a wild hook from River.#TD2#
River bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Who's going to make the next move?
Stalinovich tries to improve position but can't.
River is looking to take a break and control but Stalinovich is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
River working away.#T4#
Stalinovich manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
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!#SUB2#
River looking for submissions off his back.
Stalinovich is keen to just control but River is a slippery customer.#SUB#
River is defending against the submission attempts here by Stalinovich.
River wants to sweep but Stalinovich has passed to side control!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joseph Stalinovich dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Stalinovich stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Stalinovich takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
River throws a hook to the side of Stalinovich's head but Stalinovich sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River throws a predictable looking body shot
and Stalinovich counters with a leg kick.
Stalinovich throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Stalinovich with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling River to score with a decent uppercut.
Stalinovich throws a nice outside leg kick.
Stalinovich takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Joseph Stalinovich is winning the standup battle so far.
River tries to land a body kick
and Stalinovich counters with a nice low kick that buckles River's knee momentarily.
Stalinovich jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A punch lands to the side of River 's head but he takes it in his stride.
River takes one on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stalinovich displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from River.
Stalinovich throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stalinovich.
River looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Stalinovich throws a big counter combination but River scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Stalinovich misses with an uppercut.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1##CL#
Stalinovich clinches up with River and pushes him back against the cage.
Joseph Stalinovich has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Stalinovich lands a body punch in the clinch.
River is looking to break free of the clinch but Stalinovich has double underhooks.
Stalinovich misses with some punches.
Stalinovich lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of River backwards.
Stalinovich throws a punch but it's blocked by River.
River is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Stalinovich pulls him back up using the underhooks.
River is working for takedown but Stalinovich is calmly controlling the position for now.
Joseph Stalinovich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
Stalinovich misses with a short punch on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Stalinovich.
River takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Stalinovich lands a hook to the side of the head.
Stalinovich lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Stalinovich can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
Stalinovich misses with a hook from the clinch.
Stalinovich keeps control of River as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Stalinovich gets underhooks to prevent River's takedown attempt.
River has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Stalinovich is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Stalinovich lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of River backwards.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Stalinovich cracks River with a nice body shot.#T2#
River lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Stalinovich misses with a punch to the body.
River lands with a left to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River working aggressively here. #TD2#
River lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
River trying to control from half guard but Stalinovich is working away.
River throwing shots but Stalinovich is blocking nicely.
Stalinovich wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
River seems to be looking for submissions.
Stalinovich regains full guard. Nicely done.
Stalinovich looking to control.
River is in close to Stalinovich's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T3##SUB#
Stalinovich has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. River 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 Stalinovich.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stalinovich keeps working.
Stalinovich regains half guard.
Stalinovich is trying to defend against the ground and pound but River scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nice strikes from River there.
Stalinovich wants to get back to full guard.
River looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Stalinovich with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
River seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
River is working for a kimura but Stalinovich is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
River throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Stalinovich is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
River missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Stalinovich is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Stalinovich trying to control but River postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stalinovich wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Stalinovich is defending against the submission attempts here by River.
Stalinovich is trying to maintain the position but River is very close to passing his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Joseph Stalinovich did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River moves out of range of the leg kick from Stalinovich.
River wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Stalinovich avoids the body shot from River.
Nice cross by River.
River moves out of range of the body kick.
Stalinovich lands a nice shot to the body.
Stalinovich tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Stalinovich scores with a jab to the head.
Stalinovich looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
River misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch lands to the side of River 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Stalinovich fails with an attempt to clinch.
River connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A shot to the body from River misses
and Stalinovich counters with a slapping leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stalinovich throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
River loads up on a big right hand but Stalinovich slips the punch.#T1#
River throws the kick towards the body but Stalinovich avoids it.
Stalinovich fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and River has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River walks into a straight right hand from Stalinovich.
Stalinovich misses with a low kick.
Stalinovich avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
River blocks a head kick by Stalinovich.
Joseph Stalinovich is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River throws an off balance right hand
and Stalinovich counters with a straight right hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for Stalinovich.
Stalinovich misses the jab.
Nice straight punches there by Stalinovich. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Stalinovich.
River slips a straight right by Stalinovich.
River throws out a loose jab but Stalinovich uses good head movement to avoid it.
River misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
River misses with a body shot.
River lands with a nice body punch.
River misses with a takedown attempt - Stalinovich sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T2#
Stalinovich avoids the head kick by River.
A little feinted left hand from Stalinovich on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Stalinovich bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of River's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River keeps the fight on the outside.
Stalinovich misses with a hook.
Stalinovich waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
Sloppy strikes from Stalinovich. Those never looked like landing.
Stalinovich takes a shot right to the bread basket.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stalinovich manages to avoid it.
Stalinovich half committed to a counter leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
Stalinovich throws a predictable looking body shot
and River counters with a solid body kick.
Stalinovich misses with a straight left.
Stalinovich avoids the body shot from River.
Decent striking displayed by Stalinovich there.
River misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Stalinovich to counter with a crisp jab.
Stalinovich will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
River is trying hard to land a takedown here. Stalinovich sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Joseph Stalinovich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
Stalinovich comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
River throws a body kick that misses
enabling Stalinovich to counter with a crisp jab.
Stalinovich throws a jab when River was well out of range.
Stalinovich keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River fails with the takedown
and Stalinovich counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
River is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Stalinovich smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
River throws the kick towards the body but Stalinovich avoids it.
Stalinovich throws a jab when River was well out of range.
River takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Stalinovich tries to close the distance and clinch up but River swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Stalinovich throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
River appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Stalinovich takes one to the side of the head.
Stalinovich looks to land a right hand but River moved out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as River checks a leg kick. #CL#
Stalinovich instigates a clinch.
Stalinovich prevents the takedown attempt. #T4#
River wants to break the clinch but can't.
Stalinovich blocks a body shot from River.
River is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Stalinovich is defending well.
River throws a punch but it's blocked by Stalinovich.
Stalinovich gets through River's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River is looking for a takedown.
A short left from Stalinovich.
Stalinovich tried to land a shot to the body but connects with River's elbow.
Stalinovich scores with a hook to the body.
River doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Stalinovich lands a nice uppercut.
Stalinovich scores with a shoulder strike.
Stalinovich swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Stalinovich lands a left hand.
Stalinovich lands a nice shot to the body.
Stalinovich lands a left hand.
Stalinovich is pressed up against the cage. River has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Stalinovich down to the mat. Stalinovich avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
River looks to throw the jab but Stalinovich is out of range.
Stalinovich is looking to counter with a body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joseph Stalinovich had his way with Kollaa River in that round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River'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#
River's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Stalinovich connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! River scrambles back to his feet.
River is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Stalinovich lands a head shot.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stalinovich throws a quick head kick that skims the top of River's head.
Stalinovich looks to land a body kick but River moved away.
River throws the left hand but Stalinovich avoids the punch easily.
Stalinovich seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Stalinovich 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.
Stalinovich with the inside leg kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from River.
River keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stalinovich lands an overhand right.
Stalinovich misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
River on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Stalinovich scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stalinovich uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.#T1#
River lands a right hook to the body.
An inside leg kick from Stalinovich misses.
River scores with a jab. Stalinovich acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nice sprawl there from Stalinovich as River shoots in.
River lands a nice shot to the body.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Stalinovich.
A head kick misses from Stalinovich.
River is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL#
Stalinovich has closed the distance and engaged River in a clinch.
River is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Stalinovich pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Joseph Stalinovich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
River wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
River working aggressively here.
River is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Stalinovich is pressed up against the cage. River has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Stalinovich down to the mat. Stalinovich avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
River is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Stalinovich lands a head shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Stalinovich. That's going to slow River down.
River slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kollaa River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A solid leg kick lands there for River.
A slow jab from Stalinovich misses its intended target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stalinovich misses with a body shot
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
River blocks a jab.
Stalinovich scores with a sloppy right hand. River should have avoided that one.
River misses with a takedown
and Stalinovich cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Stalinovich.#CL#
Stalinovich rushes River and presses him up against the cage.
River misses with a hook from the clinch.
River is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
River is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Stalinovich is keeping busy.
River softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
River tries to circle away but Stalinovich has him pinned against the cage.
Stalinovich has a couple of punches blocked by River.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River. #T3#
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Stalinovich throws a punch but it's blocked by River.
Stalinovich is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
River misses with a body punch.
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Stalinovich throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River.
River pushes Stalinovich back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
River blocks an uppercut.
River throws a head punch that misses.
River lands a hook that snaps the head of Stalinovich backwards.
Stalinovich can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
River tries to throw a body punch but Stalinovich avoids it by throwing River back against the cage. #TD2#
River gets a trip takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Stalinovich actively working from the bottom here.
River working over Stalinovich with some ground and pound. Stalinovich looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
River moves nicely into side control. #T4#
River working the head and body with strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River working the head with strikes.
Stalinovich is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked River off and has taken his back!
Stalinovich keeps control of the position as River tries to break free. #SUB#
River showing good submission defense here.
Stalinovich is looking to control River but River is wriggling around and keeping busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joseph Stalinovich showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Stalinovich, 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 50:46
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 49:46
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joseph Stalinovich!
Joseph Stalinovich retains his light heavyweight title!
Joseph Stalinovich seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: GAMMA#1023 Tam v Logan
Date: Nov 04, 2023

#R1#
River shoots for a double leg takedown but Bonney sprawls well. He's pushed River's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bonney.#CUT#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
A slow jab from Bonney misses its intended target.
Nice defenses there by Bonney.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonney is just out of range.
Bonney swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
River lands with a good body shot.
Bonney throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
River looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bonney lands a nice shot that snaps River's head back.
River misses with a body shot.
River keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A lazy left from River finds it's target.
Bonney throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River throws a poor cross that misses
and Bonney counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
River goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
It looked like Bonney wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
River takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A clash of legs there as Bonney blocks the low kick.#T1#
River misses with a body punch
and Bonney counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#That has opened up Kollaa River's cut even more.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Bonney crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from River - the referee stops the clock and Bonney gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says River. Bonney manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
River misses the shot to the body.
Bonney scores with a hook.
Bonney throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River moves away from the strike by Bonney.
Bonney cracks River with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bonney avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Bonney wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice uppercut there from River.
River ducks under a wild hook from Bonney.
Bonney checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonney misses with a looping right.
Bonney uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonney slips a straight right by River.
Good exchange - River coming out on top.
River wants to land a leg kick but Bonney is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Bonney on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
River comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
River lands a nice looking body kick.
Bonney ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bonney throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
It looks like Bonney has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
A jab from River does it's job there.
Bonney on the wrong end of a nice jab.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bonney.
River moves out of range of the body kick.
River thuds a left hand into Bonney's body.
River lands a jab to the nose.#TD2#
River scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Bonney regains half guard, as River was trying to land strikes. #T3##SUB2#
River in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Bonney tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from River!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: GAMMA#1019 Herbert v Beau
Date: Oct 07, 2023

#R1#
Nice uppercut lands for Sanguinetti. That snapped River's head back.
Sanguinetti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from River.
River looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sanguinetti lands with a right hand.
Sanguinetti thuds a left hand into River's body.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Sanguinetti.
River shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sanguinetti defends it nicely.
Sanguinetti swings for the body but River moves out of range.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sanguinetti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sanguinetti throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
River lands with a shot to the body.
River misses with a looping right.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Sanguinetti does a little dance to reset his feet.
River listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A lazy left from Sanguinetti finds it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River cracks Sanguinetti with a good jab.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti moves out of range as River throws a body kick.
Sanguinetti moves into range and connects with a jab.
Orlando Sanguinetti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sanguinetti, as that shot connected.
Sanguinetti steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
River takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Sanguinetti clobbers River with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
River lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sanguinetti takes a step back to recover.
A telegraphed right hand from Sanguinetti misses the target.
Sanguinetti swings widly with a right hand
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
Sanguinetti lands a jab.
Sanguinetti digs a good hook to River's body.
Nice uppercut lands for Sanguinetti. That snapped River's head back.
Sanguinetti jabs at River's body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sanguinetti. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
River connects with a body shot that sends Sanguinetti's belly button to the back.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jab, jab by Sanguinetti - just one landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sanguinetti scores with a shot to the body.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River throws the kick towards the body but Sanguinetti avoids it.
Sanguinetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches River on the side of the head.
River is looking to chop away at Sanguinetti's legs. #T2#
Sanguinetti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
Sanguinetti shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
River misses with a kick to the body.
It looks like Sanguinetti has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
River looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Sanguinetti avoids the body shot from River.
Sanguinetti throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
Sanguinetti scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sanguinetti is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
River closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sanguinetti circles away.
River connects with a looping right hand.
River looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sanguinetti getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
River fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Orlando Sanguinetti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
Sanguinetti moves out of range of the body kick from River.
Sanguinetti avoids a kick to the body.
Sanguinetti misses with a wild body shot.
River misses the shot to the body.
River swings for the body but Sanguinetti moves out of range.
Orlando Sanguinetti is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River is looking to chop away at Sanguinetti's legs.
Nice defenses there by River.
Sanguinetti throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
Sanguinetti throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Sanguinetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanguinetti.
River let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sanguinetti slips under a jab.
Sanguinetti takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
River takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sanguinetti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.
River cracks Sanguinetti with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sanguinetti checks a leg kick.
Sanguinetti just misses with a punch to the body.
Sanguinetti misses the shot to the body.
River wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River scores with a hook.
Sanguinetti lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
River 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!
Sanguinetti wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River slips a straight right by Sanguinetti.
River let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sanguinetti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
Sanguinetti throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from River 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 Sanguinetti has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sanguinetti and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sanguinetti takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses. #T4#
River fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
River throws a body kick that misses.
Sanguinetti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
Sanguinetti lands with an overhand left.
Sanguinetti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sanguinetti throws a lazy right hand but River sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sanguinetti on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
River lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sanguinetti feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rivers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sanguinetti misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
Sanguinetti ducks right into an uppercut from River.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sanguinetti.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sanguinetti moves away.
Sanguinetti throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
Sanguinetti misses with a wild body shot.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sanguinetti looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sanguinetti misses with a body shot.
A jab from Sanguinetti does it's job there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Orlando Sanguinetti dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Sanguinetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanguinetti.
River lands with an uppercut that bounces Sanguinetti off the cage and back into range.
Sanguinetti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
Sanguinetti connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sanguinetti misses with a body shot.
Sanguinetti just misses with a punch to the body.
Good shot there by River.
Sanguinetti connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sanguinetti misses with a wild body shot.
Sanguinetti misses with an uppercut
and River counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sanguinetti walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A big left from Sanguinetti misses.
River misses with a body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Sanguinetti misses its target.
Sanguinetti with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling River to score with a decent 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!
Sanguinetti connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sanguinetti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sanguinetti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sanguinetti throws a hook but River blocks it.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River throws a poor cross that misses
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
River avoids the body shot from Sanguinetti. #T1#
Sanguinetti wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River misses with a looping left.
Sanguinetti avoids the body shot from River.
Sanguinetti swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sanguinetti misses with a wild body shot.
River moves away from the strike by Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
River fails with a takedown attempt.
River on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sanguinetti is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that River can do to turn this around?
River misses with a body kick.
Sanguinetti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
River jabbing away but nothing is landing.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sanguinetti.
River slips under a jab from Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti throws a hook but River avoids it easily.#T2#
A swing and a miss from River.
A telegraphed right hand from Sanguinetti misses the target.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but River might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Sanguinetti has got the better of the exchanges.
River thows a left - swing and a miss!
River moves away from the strike by Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanguinetti.
River lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sanguinetti.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sanguinetti was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sanguinetti.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
River stuns Sanguinetti with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
River thuds a left hand into Sanguinetti's body.
River fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sanguinetti.
River moves out of range as Sanguinetti strikes.
Sanguinetti throws out a powerful jab.
River gets cracked there but stands up to it.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sanguinetti is out of range.
River with a nice calf kick.
Sanguinetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanguinetti.#T3#
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sanguinetti.
River follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Sanguinetti misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
Sanguinetti throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
Sanguinetti with a hook.
River takes one to the chin there.
The fighters circle momentarily. River darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
River takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
River cracks a nice hook into Sanguinetti's ribs.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Sanguinetti.
Orlando Sanguinetti is winning the standup battle so far.
Sanguinetti throws a hook but River blocks it.
River follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
River lands a nice looking body shot.
River on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
River throws a hook to the side of Sanguinetti's head but Sanguinetti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River gets cracked there but stands up to it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
River misses the shot to the body.
Sanguinetti thuds a left hand into River's body.
Sanguinetti cracks River with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
River scores with the left hand. Sanguinetti knows he should have avoided that one.
Sanguinetti changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Sanguinetti with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sanguinetti moves out of range of the body kick.
The crowd cheers as Sanguinetti lands an impressive looking overhand right. River doesn't seem phased though.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
River listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sanguinetti steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
Sanguinetti fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
River takes a swing at Sanguinetti's ribcage but misses.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sanguinetti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sanguinetti loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
A big left from Sanguinetti misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sanguinetti cracks River with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sanguinetti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sanguinetti throws a lazy right hand but River sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River misses with a body kick.
River misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Orlando Sanguinetti dominated that second round.
That's time! Sanguinetti's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sanguinetti.
River slips a jab from Sanguinetti.
River throws out a loose jab but Sanguinetti uses good head movement to avoid it.
River misses with a low kick.
Sanguinetti misses with a straight left.
Sanguinetti slips under a jab from River.
River rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sanguinetti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sanguinetti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sanguinetti is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by River.
Sanguinetti moves out of range of the body kick.
Sanguinetti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sanguinetti.
River throws a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanguinetti slips under a jab from River.
It looked like Sanguinetti wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sanguinetti leaves River with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
River misses the jab.
Sanguinetti takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sanguinetti darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sanguinetti steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from River. That one must have hurt.#T1#
River throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Sanguinetti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sanguinetti bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of River's head.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
Sanguinetti feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rivers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sanguinetti darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sanguinetti works River's body with a nice hook.
River takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
River takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sanguinetti misses with a hook.
River scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
River fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sanguinetti on the side of the head.
River looks to land a right hand but Sanguinetti moved out of range.
Sanguinetti avoids the body shot from River.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River lands with a cross.
Sanguinetti throws a hook but River blocks it.
River ducks under a wild hook from Sanguinetti.
River tries to work over Sanguinetti's front leg with a kick but Sanguinetti checks it.
River looks for a takedown but Sanguinetti sprawls well.#T2#
Sanguinetti cracks River with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
River misses the shot to the body.
Sanguinetti lands a jab to River's midsection.
River darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
River misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Orlando Sanguinetti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
Sanguinetti looks to land a right hand but River moved out of range.
River paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
River has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sanguinetti connects with a single shot there.
Sanguinetti misses the shot to the body.
River staying out of range there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sanguinetti. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
A cross from Sanguinetti lands.
Sanguinetti throws a shot to the body.
Sanguinetti lands a body shot.
Sanguinetti blocks a jab.#T3#
River throws out a loose jab but Sanguinetti uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
Sanguinetti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
River cracks Sanguinetti with an open hand slap.
River walks into a jab.
Sanguinetti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from River.
Sanguinetti slips a straight right by River.
Sanguinetti moves away from the strike by River.
Sanguinetti moves out of range of the strikes.
Sanguinetti misses with a looping right.
Sanguinetti takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River throws a low kick, looking for Sanguinetti's leg but Sanguinetti calmly moves out of range.
Sanguinetti thuds his right hand into River's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
River lands a lovely overhand right.
A telegraphed right hand from Sanguinetti misses the target.
A big left from River misses.
Sanguinetti has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sanguinetti there as he acknowledges the shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sanguinetti.#T4#
Sanguinetti throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
Sanguinetti throws out a powerful jab.
Sanguinetti loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
River throws a hook but Sanguinetti blocks it.
Sanguinetti throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
Sanguinetti throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
River walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sanguinetti misses with a hook.
Sanguinetti misses with a looping left.
River takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
River ducks under a wild hook from Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Nice shot lands for Sanguinetti.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sanguinetti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fighters circling - Sanguinetti throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sanguinetti finds it's way round the side to connect with River's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Orlando Sanguinetti clearly takes that round.
That's time! Sanguinetti's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Sanguinetti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
River bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sanguinetti's head backwards.
River darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
River scores with a jab. Sanguinetti acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Sanguinetti steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from River. That one must have hurt.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sanguinetti throwing a counter right hand but River manages to avoid it.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sanguinetti.
River digs a good body shot into Sanguinetti's ribs.
Sanguinetti loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
River misses with an uppercut. Sanguinetti saw that one coming.
Sanguinetti misses with a straight left.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
River lands a nice looking body shot.
River scores with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River fails with a takedown attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sanguinetti. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sanguinetti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Sanguinetti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
Sanguinetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanguinetti.
River takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
River misses with an uppercut.
Sanguinetti clobbers River with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A punch lands to the side of River 's head but he takes it in his stride.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
Sanguinetti fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
River swings for the body but Sanguinetti moves out of range.
River defending well as Sanguinetti loads up on a big left hand.
Sanguinetti on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A big right from Sanguinetti misses.
River appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
River misses with a hook. Sanguinetti ducked under it nicely.
Sanguinetti throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
Nice defenses there by River.
River works the jab nicely.
Sanguinetti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big left from Sanguinetti misses.
A jab from River does it's job there.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Sanguinetti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sanguinetti takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sanguinetti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sanguinetti moves away.
Sanguinetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanguinetti.
Jab from Sanguinetti.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sanguinetti throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice body kick from River.
Sanguinetti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River slips under a jab.
Sanguinetti loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
River appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sanguinetti.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sanguinetti.
River fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sanguinetti.#T3#
Sanguinetti lands a nice looking body shot.
River tries to land a front kick but Sanguinetti steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sanguinetti moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from Sanguinetti misses the target.
Sanguinetti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
River slips under a jab.
River throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
It looked like Sanguinetti wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sanguinetti. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
River misses the jab.
River misses the shot to the body.
Sanguinetti is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
River shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sanguinetti sprawls well. Sanguinetti wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. River gets slowly back to his feet.
Sanguinetti darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sanguinetti slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Donk. Sanguinetti catches River right on the button with a cross.
River throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #T4#
A big right from Sanguinetti misses.
Sanguinetti scores with a jab to the body.
Sanguinetti digs a good hook to River'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!
Sanguinetti moves out of range of the body kick.
Sanguinetti connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
River throws out a powerful jab.
River listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sanguinetti throws a jab when River was well out of range.
River takes one to the chin there.
Sanguinetti throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sanguinetti.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Sanguinetti looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
An inside leg kick from River misses.
Sanguinetti throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
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 Orlando Sanguinetti will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sanguinetti throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
Sanguinetti throws a poor cross that misses
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Sanguinetti misses the target.
River let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sanguinetti on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sanguinetti lands the left hand.
River looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Sanguinetti throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
River looks for the body kick but Sanguinetti saw that one coming.
River sizes up Sanguinetti with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sanguinetti connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sanguinetti throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent River stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
River takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Sanguinetti takes one on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sanguinetti misses with a hook.
River lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A big right from River misses.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Sanguinetti throws a poor cross that misses
and River counters with a nice body shot.
River walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sanguinetti's hands are dropping dangerously low here and River connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Sanguinetti scrambles back to his feet.
Sanguinetti connects with a looping right hand.
Sanguinetti walks into a left hand.
River looks to throw the jab but Sanguinetti is out of range.
Sanguinetti throwing a counter right hand but River manages to avoid it.
Sanguinetti takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
River ducks under a wild hook from Sanguinetti.
River connects with a right hand. Sanguinetti shakes it off.
River slips under a jab from Sanguinetti.
River takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Sanguinetti is just out of range.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice cross by Sanguinetti.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sanguinetti connects with a good right hand that stumbles River. River circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
River throws a push kick but Sanguinetti slaps the foot to one side.
River's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sanguinetti under the eye.
Kollaa River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
A big left from River misses.
River ducks under a wild hook from Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti misses the jab.
River misses with a straight right.
Nice body punch from Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti thuds a left hand into River's body.
Sanguinetti misses with a straight right.
Sanguinetti scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
River pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sanguinetti is out of range and River settles back down.
Sanguinetti throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent River stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
River swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Sanguinetti counters with a straight right hand.
Sanguinetti walks into a stiff left hand from River.
Sanguinetti lands a straight punch to the body, keeping River at a distance.
River scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
River misses with a kick to the body.
Sanguinetti throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
Sanguinetti throws a body punch but River moves out of range. #T3#
Sanguinetti has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from River finds it's way round the side to connect with Sanguinetti's head.
Sanguinetti throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sanguinetti. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
River avoids the body shot from Sanguinetti.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sanguinetti slips under a jab.
River motions for Sanguinetti to come forward. River throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sanguinetti defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
River moves away from the strike by Sanguinetti.
River on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nice defenses there by Sanguinetti.
River throws a hook but Sanguinetti blocks it.
Sanguinetti is looking to counter punch.
Sanguinetti throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
A swing and a miss from Sanguinetti.
Sanguinetti catches River with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Sanguinetti thuds a left hand into River's body.
Sanguinetti lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
River closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice uppercut there from Sanguinetti.
Nice defenses there by River.
Sanguinetti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheers as Sanguinetti lands an impressive looking overhand right. River doesn't seem phased though.
River thuds a left hand into Sanguinetti's 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.
River fakes the leg kick and cracks Sanguinetti in the body.
River thuds a left hand into Sanguinetti's body.
Sanguinetti takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sanguinetti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
Sanguinetti misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
Sanguinetti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sanguinetti blocks the body kick.
River explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Sanguinetti misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
Orlando Sanguinetti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
River lands a nice shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kollaa River.
Well Sanguinetti 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 50:45
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 50:46
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Orlando Sanguinetti!
Orlando Sanguinetti retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Orlando Sanguinetti 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#1015 Sitsongrit v Grimm
Date: Sep 09, 2023

#R1#
Tucker moves away from the strike by River.
Tucker appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
River tries to work over Tucker's front leg with a kick but Tucker checks it.
Tucker gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Nice cross by River.
Tucker looks for the body kick but River saw that one coming.
River looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tucker looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
River definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
River digs a good hook to Tucker's body.
Tucker lands with a good body shot.
River misses with a wild body shot.
Tucker misses the body punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
River lands with an overhand left.
The crowd cheers as River lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tucker doesn't seem phased though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Tucker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tucker takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
River lands with a right hand.
A bone on bone clash there as River blocks the leg kick.
Tucker lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tucker looks to land a body kick but River moved away.#T1#
Tucker lands a head shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tucker.
A nice leg kick from River, right into the meat of the thigh.
River looks to land a left hand but Tucker moved out of range nicely.
Tucker throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tucker walks into a left hand.
River connects with a leg kick.
Tucker cracks a nice hook into River's ribs.
Tucker misses with a few strikes there.
Tucker takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
River scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
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!
Tucker throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
Tucker 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.
River lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tucker's sensitive parts.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tucker. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
As Tucker backs away, River returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
River scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
River slips a jab from Tucker.
River works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT#It looks like Charles Tucker has been cut.
Tucker doesn't manage to clinch there - River circles away. #T2#
Tucker checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tucker was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tucker misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
Charles Tucker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River misses with a hook
and Tucker counters with a nice low kick that buckles River's knee momentarily.
River cracks Tucker with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tucker slips a jab from River.
Tucker is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tucker.
Tucker misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
Tucker moves out of range of the strikes.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tucker throws a low kick but River moves out of range easily.
River misses with a looping right.
Tucker throws a low kick but it's checked well by River.
Tucker is looking to clinch but River is avoiding it.
River scores with a decent looking hook.
Tucker connects with an inside leg kick.
River lands a nice looking body shot.
Nice defenses there by Tucker.
River throws a hook but Tucker blocks it.
Tucker pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T3#
Tucker getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
River is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Tucker avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tucker moves out of range as River strikes.
Tucker on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tucker moves out of range as River strikes.
Tucker stuffs the takedown.
Tucker tries to counter with a clinch but River shakes him off and moves away.
River tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tucker sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
River shoots in for a double leg but Tucker sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tucker connects with a single shot there.
River avoids the head kick by Tucker.
River jabs Tucker right on the nose. Tucker blinks but takes it well.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from River is defended easily by Tucker.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
River takes one on the button.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
Tucker throws a head kick that misses.
River connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#TD#
River closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Tucker to the mat! Tucker manages to get full guard.
River trying to control but Tucker is working from the bottom.
Tucker 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.
River scoring with punches to the head and body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as River accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
River cracks Tucker with a solid left hand.
Tucker keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Charles Tucker's cut.
That's time! River's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Tucker scoring well with a low kick there.
Tucker on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tucker lands with a hook. River tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tucker.
Tucker slips a jab from River.
Tucker throws a low kick but River avoids it.
River blocks a low kick nicely.
River throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tucker feints a counter leg kick.
Tucker chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before River can pounce on him. #CL2#
Tucker closes the distance and clinches.
Tucker misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tucker prevents the takedown attempt.
Tucker can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
A short right hand to the side of the head by River.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tucker.
Tucker lands a left hand that snaps the head of River backwards. #CUT2#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tucker gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tucker lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt River or not. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from Tucker fails to land. #BC#
River breaks from the clinch.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tucker misses with a head kick.
Tucker blocks a jab.
Tucker tries to counter by closing the distance.
River is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tucker can do to turn this around?
Tucker tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#TD#
River shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tucker is trying to defend but River finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
River is keen to just control but Tucker is a slippery customer.
Tucker tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.#SUB#
Tucker is defending against the submission attempts here by River.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Tucker wants to get back to full guard.
River thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tucker's head.
Tucker moves into full guard.
River slips nicely into half guard.
River throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Tucker trying to control here.
Tucker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
River not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
River tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tucker knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Tucker wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
River is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tucker sees it coming and defends easily.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
River trying to pass the guard but Tucker defending well.
River sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tucker defending well though.
River working the head and body with strikes.
River performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
River wants to control but Tucker is keeping him busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tucker bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps River's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that second round.
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##TD#
River shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tucker is trying to defend but River finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Tucker is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
River wants to work for an arm triangle but Tucker is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kollaa River overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tucker taking some punishment here, with River in his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River trying to control from half guard but Tucker is working away.
Tucker is trying to defend against the ground and pound but River scores with a couple of nice shots.
River prevents Tucker from improving his position.#T1##SUB#
River looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
River is stalling here. Tucker is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! River seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Tucker has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Tucker working away.
Tucker tries to score with some ground and pound. River controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Charles Tucker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kollaa River is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Tucker working away.
River 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.
Tucker wants to take a breather but River manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Tucker.
Tucker throws an elbow that misses. River uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Tucker's guard. Nice move by River!#REVR#
Tucker wants to control but River passes easily into half guard.
Tucker keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T3#
River controlling the pace.
Tucker is refusing to be controlled, as River sits in half guard.
River works his way into side control.
Tucker trying to remain calm as River controls from the top position.
Tucker is not content to let River control the position. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tucker is trying to escape the position but River is controlling the position.
Tucker is trying to get back to half guard.
River controlling the position from side mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
River'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.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kollaa River showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for River, 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kollaa River!
Kollaa River gave a mention to Urban Fighter in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: GAMMA#1010 Aurelius v Winfred
Date: Aug 05, 2023

#R1#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lupei. River shrugs it off though.
We've been informed that River 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.
Lupei throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River throws a big shot that misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lupei.
River lands a nice looking body shot.
Lupei avoids the body shot from River.
River throws a low kick but Lupei moves out of range easily.
Nice uppercut there from Lupei.
Lupei looks to throw the jab but River is out of range. #CL#
Lupei gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
River has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Lupei clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Lupei showing good submission defense here.
River keeps control of the position as Lupei tries to break free.
River is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position. #SUB2#
Lupei defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of River's arms. #T1##SUB2#
River looking for the RNC.
River has the hooks in. Lupei is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
River punishes Lupei with strikes from the back mount.
River controlling well, preventing Lupei from escaping the position.
Lupei trying to control the hands but River breaks the grip.
Lupei is in bad spot here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lupei showing good submission defense here.
Lupei tries to escape the position.
River is working the ground and pound. Can Lupei escape?#T2#
Lupei prevents River from getting a body triangle.#SUB2#
Lupei preventing the rear naked choke attempt from River.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lupei tries to escape the position.
Lupei is working hard here to advance position.
Lupei tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
River lands a nice shot to the head.
Lupei can't escape the position. #SUB2#
River is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Lupei has managed to escape the submission attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lupei tries to reverse the position but River maintains control.
River lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Lupei hang on?#T3#
Lupei regains half guard.
River wants to take a breather but Lupei is having none of it.
Lupei is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute River jumps into side control!
Lupei sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Lupei looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Lupei looking for submissions off his back.
Lupei works his way to full guard. Good work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lupei is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
River throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lupei pushing down on River's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T4#
River wants to get back to full guard.
Lupei wants to pass to mount but River is defending the position.
Lupei passes to side control.
Lupei tries to move into full mount but can't pass River's legs.
River struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Lupei is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, River has escaped the position, nice work there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Lupei wants to clinch.
Lupei digs a good body shot into River's ribs.
Lupei throws a big shot that misses.
River moves into range and connects with a jab.
River misses with a body shot.
It looked like Lupei was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from River.
Lupei scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lupei's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.#CUT#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lupei has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A good leg kick by River.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as River checks a leg kick.
River throws a front kick that sends Lupei stumbling back into the cage.
Serafim Lupei is winning the standup battle so far.
Lupei misses with a straight left.
River misses with a kick to the body.
River punishes Lupei's body with a nice straight punch.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
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!
Lupei wants to land a leg kick but River is out of range.
Lupei 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.#T1#
River throws a jab when Lupei was well out of range.
Lupei lands with a kick to the temple. River shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
River thuds his shin into the meat of Lupei's side.
River thows a left - swing and a miss!
River with a nice calf kick.
Lupei looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
River flicks out a counter leg kick but Lupei steps away.
River throws a leg kick but Lupei sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lupei swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
River checks a low kick from Lupei.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lupei.
River throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River misses the shot to the body.
River scores with a jab.
Serafim Lupei is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lupei.
Jab, jab by Lupei - just one landing.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lupei 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!
Lupei misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Lupei takes a shot to the body in his stride.
River avoids the body shot from Lupei.
Lupei is looking to clinch but River is avoiding it.
River circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice defenses there by Lupei.
River throws a body punch but Lupei moves out of range.
River takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lupei thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lupei waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
River swings for the body but Lupei moves out of range.
Lupei on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by River. River obviously looking to wear him down.
Lupei dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on River. That did some damage!
Lupei throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
River is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lupei rather than just go for the knockout.
Lupei staying out of range there.
Lupei is looking to counter with a body kick.
River lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Lupei tries to work over River's front leg with a kick but River checks it.
Lupei waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
Lupei misses with a looping left.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T3#
River moves out of range of the strikes.
Lupei closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lupei moves out of range as River strikes.
River scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lupei in his tracks.
Lupei smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lupei missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lupei misses with a looping left.
The fighters circling - Lupei throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River takes a swing at Lupei's ribcage but misses.
Lupei has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lupei there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lupei takes a shot to the body in his stride. #TD2#
River shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Lupei looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
River seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4##SUB#
Lupei looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Lupei actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lupei trying to control here.
River is trying to control the action in half guard but Lupei is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
River is nestled in close to Lupei, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
River is keen to just control but Lupei is a slippery customer.
Lupei tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.#SUB#
Lupei looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River connects with the punch.
Lupei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River misses with a shot to the body
and Lupei makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lupei throws a big shot that misses.
River lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lupei takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lupei jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CL#
Lupei rushes River and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A short uppercut from River. #TD2#
Lupei is fighting off a takedown attempt but River is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Lupei to the mat. Lupei regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
River must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lupei avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Lupei looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Lupei working for a triangle but River defends it easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
River drops back looking for a leg! Lupei is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lupei manages to kick River off! River jumps back into Lupei's guard. #T1#
Lupei keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Lupei is looking for a triangle but River pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
River avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
River is working Lupei over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lupei working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Lupei working for submissions but it's allowed River to get to half guard.
Kollaa River is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Lupei actively working from the bottom here.
River stalling.
Lupei makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lupei.#SUB#
Lupei looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
River stands and throws Lupei's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T3#
River trying to control the action but Lupei is working from the bottom.
Lupei tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but River wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lupei wants to control but River postures up.
Lupei is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Lupei can't do much from the bottom here.
Lupei tries to bench press River off him but River keeps the position.
Lupei is not content to let River control the position.
Lupei is trying to improve his position.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Lupei regains half guard.
River works his foot free and advances to mount.
River trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Serafim Lupei has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lupei is looking to get to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River controlling the pace for now.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kollaa River!
Kollaa River gave a mention to Urban Fighter in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: GAMMA#1004 Lohmus v Kollaa
Date: Jun 24, 2023

#R1#
River has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from River there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lõhmus lands a nice shot that snaps River's head back.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Lõhmus.
We've been informed that River 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.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lõhmus's corner calls for a 1-2. Lõhmus obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
Lõhmus is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lõhmus throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
River now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lõhmus lands with a hook. River tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Joosep Lõhmus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River takes a shot right to the bread basket.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lõhmus moves away.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lõhmus seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Lõhmus connects with a good right hand that stumbles River. River circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lõhmus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
Lõhmus scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lõhmus throws a poor cross that misses
letting River counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lõhmus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jab, jab by Lõhmus - just one landing.
Lõhmus lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lõhmus turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
River's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lõhmus connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! River scrambles back to his feet.
River shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lõhmus pinned against the cage. Lõhmus gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
A big right from River misses.
River throws a hook to the side of Lõhmus's head but Lõhmus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big right from Lõhmus misses.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and River has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
River flicks out a counter leg kick but Lõhmus steps away.
Nice jab there from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus looks to land a right hand but River moved out of range.
Lõhmus swings for the body but River moves out of range.
River misses with a body punch
and Lõhmus makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
River lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lõhmus throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
Joosep Lõhmus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lõhmus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lõhmus was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
Lõhmus fires out a quick counter leg kick but River just manages to avoid it.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River throws a solid leg kick but Lõhmus takes the impact on his shin and smiles at River.
River takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
River works Lõhmus's body with a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lõhmus lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lõhmus loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
River throws out a counter right but Lõhmus avoids it with no problem.#T2#
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lõhmus.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus lands a jab to River's midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Lõhmus does a little dance to reset his feet.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A jab from River misses.
Lõhmus is looking to counter punch.
Lõhmus scores with a jab. River acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Lõhmus is just out of range.
River misses the shot to the body.
Lõhmus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus misses the shot to the body.
Lõhmus works River's body with a nice hook.
Lõhmus smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lõhmus scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lõhmus moves out of range as River throws a body kick.
A jab from Lõhmus does it's job there.
River slips under a jab from Lõhmus.
River throws out a leg kick but Lõhmus moves out of range and River only half commits.
Lõhmus chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lõhmus tries to land a leg kick but River saw it coming and moves away.
River tries a low kick but Lõhmus avoids it.
It looked like Lõhmus was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T3#
River lands a lovely overhand right.
River misses with a straight left.
Lõhmus paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
River goes for a double leg but Lõhmus avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lõhmus continues to drive forward.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Lõhmus.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lõhmus manages to avoid it.
Lõhmus clobbers River with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lõhmus fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A cross from Lõhmus lands.
River takes a swing at Lõhmus's ribcage but misses.
Lõhmus throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the strikes.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Lõhmus enables River to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Lõhmus manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lõhmus trying to control the position here.
River is pushing down on Lõhmus's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lõhmus is fighting to maintain full guard but River has managed to sneak the leg through.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
River slips a nice elbow through Lõhmus's hands, connecting with Lõhmus's forehead.
Lõhmus is trying to stand. #SUB2#
River is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lõhmus is trying to control but can't.
Lõhmus is trying to control but River manages to pass to mount!
River scoring with strikes but Lõhmus is staying in there.
Lõhmus is looking to get to half guard.
River lands a heavy elbow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lõhmus reaches up and holds on to River to control the position.
Lõhmus is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joosep Lõhmus 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#
No luck with that takedown attempt from River.
River on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lõhmus moves away.
River lands a jab to the head.
Lõhmus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River throws out a counter right but Lõhmus avoids it with no problem.
Lõhmus throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Joosep Lõhmus is winning the standup battle so far.
River tries to land a leg kick but Lõhmus saw it coming and moves away.
Lõhmus feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lõhmus, as that shot connected.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lõhmus.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lõhmus. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
River now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nice defenses there by Lõhmus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River lands a lovely overhand right.
River lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lõhmus lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River scores with a jab to the head.
Lõhmus loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lõhmus 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 River has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from River and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lõhmus pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Lõhmus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Lõhmus.
River is looking to slow Lõhmus down with leg kicks.
River lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Lõhmus.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lõhmus is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lõhmus finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lõhmus.
River walks into a stiff left hand from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus cracks a nice hook into River's ribs.
Lõhmus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that River can do to turn this around?
Lõhmus misses with a hook.
River ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus lands a straight punch to the body, keeping River at a distance.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River moves away from the strike by Lõhmus.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus scores with a decent looking hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
River moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
River throws a hook but Lõhmus blocks it.
Lõhmus looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the strikes.
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus just misses with a punch to the body.
River flicks out a counter leg kick but Lõhmus steps away.
Lõhmus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
River misses with a wild body shot.
Lõhmus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lõhmus throws a big shot that misses.
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River lands a jab to the head.
A lazy left from Lõhmus finds it's target.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Lõhmus's shoulder, as Lõhmus tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Lõhmus wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
River throws a nice inside leg kick.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lõhmus.
River takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T3#
A slow jab from Lõhmus misses its intended target.
River appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
River lands a jab to Lõhmus's midsection.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
River scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lõhmus fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches River on the side of the head.
Lõhmus gets cracked with a nice right hand there by River.#CL2#
River clinches up with Lõhmus and pushes him back against the cage.
A short left from River.
A short right from River on the inside.
River has Lõhmus pressed against the cage.
Lõhmus has a couple of punches blocked by River. #BC#
Lõhmus pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Lõhmus.
River tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River misses with an uppercut. Lõhmus saw that one coming.
Lõhmus misses with a body punch
and River counters with a nice leg kick.
Lõhmus tries a head kick but it misses.
The fighters circling - Lõhmus throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
River listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
River connects with a jab.
Lõhmus lands with a good body shot.
River slips under a jab from Lõhmus.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
Lõhmus lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lõhmus pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the strikes.
A jab lands there for River.
River tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lõhmus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lõhmus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lõhmus takes one to the side of the head.
A shot to the liver by River. Beautiful body shot.
Lõhmus misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
River works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice defenses there by Lõhmus.
River misses with a hook.
River swings for the body but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Lõhmus takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lõhmus stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lõhmus is looking to chop away at River's legs.
Lõhmus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lõhmus throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
River checks a leg kick nicely.
Lõhmus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from River.
Lõhmus connects with a jab.
Lõhmus takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
A jab from River misses.
River throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lõhmus loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Lõhmus pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lõhmus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
River swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lõhmus.
River scores with a sloppy right hand. Lõhmus should have avoided that one.
River jabs Lõhmus to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lõhmus scoring well with a low kick there. #T1#
River takes one on the chin but seems OK.
River takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lõhmus throws a good cross that connects.
That kick from River tenderised Lõhmus's leg. Lõhmus is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lõhmus on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lõhmus takes one on the button.
A jab from Lõhmus misses.
River thumps Lõhmus with a low kick.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lõhmus throws a nice outside leg kick.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Lõhmus is just out of range.
River misses with a looping left.
River slips a jab from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lõhmus misses with a looping right.
Lõhmus throws an off balance right hand
letting River counter with a right hand. #T2#
River avoids the body shot from Lõhmus.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lõhmus.
River throws a lazy right hand but Lõhmus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lõhmus lands a high kick!
Lõhmus looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
River thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lõhmus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
River sizes up Lõhmus with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lõhmus lands a high kick!
Lõhmus looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lõhmus.
River thows a left - swing and a miss!
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A bone on bone clash there as River blocks the leg kick.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lõhmus has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lõhmus can pounce on him.
River throws a lazy right hand but Lõhmus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River punishes Lõhmus's body with a nice straight punch.#T3#
River takes one on the button.
River lands a nice looking body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lõhmus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lõhmus throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
River throws the left hand but Lõhmus avoids the punch easily.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lõhmus.
River changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
River ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lõhmus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
River lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lõhmus takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
River dives in and grabs Lõhmus's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lõhmus pushes down on River's head and hops out.
River scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
River moves into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River scores with a nice hook to the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC#
Lõhmus manages to break the clinch. #T4#
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Lõhmus is just out of range.
Lõhmus misses with a hook.
An inside leg kick lands from River.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Lõhmus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
River scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lõhmus's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.
River missing with a left hand there. Lõhmus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Lõhmus was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from River.
Lõhmus just misses with a punch to the body.
River chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lõhmus can pounce on him.
River throws a poor cross that misses
and Lõhmus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lõhmus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
Lõhmus missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
Lõhmus 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.
River moves out of range as Lõhmus strikes.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lõhmus looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
River now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lõhmus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Lõhmus to counter with a crisp jab.
Lõhmus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Kollaa River just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
River takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#TD2#
River feints and as Lõhmus raises his hands in defense, River changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lõhmus keeping full guard, as River tries to pass.
River's corner is telling him to maintain position.
River stops Lõhmus from standing up. #ES#
Lõhmus has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. River is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
River has Lõhmus pressed against the cage, preventing Lõhmus from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
River tries to work over Lõhmus's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by River.
Lõhmus lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
River pushes Lõhmus back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lõhmus struggles to land a body shot inside as River controls his hands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River has Lõhmus pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Lõhmus manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Lõhmus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lõhmus is trying to break free.
A short uppercut from Lõhmus. #T1##BC#
Lõhmus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
River swings for the body but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Lõhmus appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
River slips a jab from Lõhmus.
River misses with a body shot.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lõhmus just misses with a punch to the body.
River takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lõhmus, as that shot connected.
Lõhmus uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lõhmus.
A jab lands there for Lõhmus.
River looks to land a right hand but Lõhmus moved out of range.
River on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lõhmus pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! River crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Lõhmus - the referee stops the clock and River gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Lõhmus. River manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
River fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lõhmus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
Lõhmus ducks under a wild hook from River.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lõhmus stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
River takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lõhmus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lõhmus 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.
River throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lõhmus throws a lazy right hand but River sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River swings for the body but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Nice jab there from River.
River will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
River throws a hook but Lõhmus blocks it.
A little feinted left hand from Lõhmus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
River moves forwards but Lõhmus connects with a nice, crisp jab.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a good cross that connects.
Lõhmus fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lõhmus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lõhmus scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
River jabs Lõhmus to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
River takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nice cross by Lõhmus.
River walks into a stiff left hand from Lõhmus.
River lands with a nice body punch.
Nice takedown defense from Lõhmus. No joy for River on that attempt.
Joosep Lõhmus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lõhmus darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lõhmus sizes up River with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
River throws out a loose jab but Lõhmus uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Lõhmus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lõhmus misses with a lunging right hand
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lõhmus. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lõhmus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A counter left hand to the body from Lõhmus misses its target.
River throws a jab when Lõhmus was well out of range.
Lõhmus will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lõhmus fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lõhmus with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lõhmus. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lõhmus cracks River with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T4#
River defending well as Lõhmus loads up on a big left hand.
Lõhmus looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Lõhmus 's head but he takes it in his stride.
River slips a jab from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lõhmus throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
Lõhmus scores with a nice right hand.
Lõhmus scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lõhmus throws a good cross that connects.
Lõhmus gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lõhmus misses the jab.
River missing with a left hand there. Lõhmus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
River wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River tries to land a leg kick but Lõhmus saw it coming and moves away.
Lõhmus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lõhmus.
A bone on bone clash there as River blocks the leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joosep Lõhmus had his way with Kollaa River in 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Lõhmus checks the leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
Lõhmus misses with a body shot.
River attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
River throws a shot from downtown. Lõhmus moves away and avoids it.
Lõhmus connects with a solid leg kick.
Lõhmus misses with a body shot.
River throws a big shot that misses.
A nice leg kick from River, right into the meat of the thigh.
Some bone on bone action there as River checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lõhmus getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
River fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A good leg kick by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus tries to land a leg kick but River saw it coming and moves away.
Lõhmus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River misses with a looping right.#T1#
Good work by River as he checks the leg kick.
Lõhmus wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lõhmus fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and River has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lõhmus slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice jab there from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
River misses the shot to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lõhmus 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 River has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from River and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lõhmus cracks River with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lõhmus throws a big shot that misses.
River buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A jab from Lõhmus does it's job there.
Lõhmus misses with a straight left.
River misses with an uppercut
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A jab from River misses. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lõhmus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Lõhmus connects with an inside leg kick.
River tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
As River backs away, Lõhmus returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
River scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lõhmus swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting River counter with a right hand.
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut.
A nice side step and River releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lõhmus gets cracked with a nice right hand there by River.
River's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lõhmus connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! River scrambles back to his feet.
Lõhmus misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
Lõhmus cracks River with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lõhmus slips under a jab from River.
Lõhmus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lõhmus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River misses with a looping left.
Lõhmus gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lõhmus throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
A bone on bone clash there as River blocks the leg kick.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Lõhmus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
Lõhmus lands a nice looking body shot.
River avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
River slips under a jab from Lõhmus.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Lõhmus is just out of range.
River moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
River blocks a leg kick.
River doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Lõhmus does a little dance to reset his feet.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lõhmus connects with a nice looking jab. #TD2#
River shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lõhmus's guard.
River showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #ES#
Lõhmus pushes River off and scrambles back to his feet. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lõhmus misses with a straight left.
Lõhmus misses with a jab to the body
letting River counter with a right hand.
River scores with a nice head shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Lõhmus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lõhmus scores with a sloppy right hand. River should have avoided that one.
River takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lõhmus is looking to slow River down with leg kicks.
Lõhmus slips a straight right by River.
It looked like Lõhmus was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from River.
Lõhmus with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lõhmus looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
River blocks a leg kick.
Lõhmus ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A lazy left from River finds it's target.
Lõhmus wants to slow River down by chopping away at his legs.
Lõhmus pulls out of a head kick attempt.
River lands a nice hook to Lõhmus's body. Lõhmus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
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.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River cracks Lõhmus with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joosep Lõhmus showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lõhmus 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 48:47
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 48:47
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joosep Lõhmus!
Joosep Lõhmus retains his light heavyweight title!
Joosep Lõhmus seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: GAMMA#999 Tai v Cressbeckler
Date: May 20, 2023

#R1#
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McGuire.
River misses the body punch
enabling McGuire to counter with a crisp jab.
River misses with a looping right.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
River takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body. River takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McGuire connects with a good right hand that stumbles River. River circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but McGuire is just out of range.
McGuire thinks about countering with a body kick.
A jab from River misses.
McGuire connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
McGuire takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River throws an off balance right hand
and McGuire counters with a left to the body.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by River.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire staying out of range there.
McGuire connects with a good right hand that stumbles River. River circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nice defenses there by McGuire.
River throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
McGuire throws a shot to the body.
River misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by River.
We've been informed that River 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.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGuire is looking to wear down River with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
McGuire scores with a jab to the jaw.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McGuire.
McGuire lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McGuire misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
River takes one on the chin but seems OK.
McGuire fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches River on the side of the head.
River lands with a shot to the body.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McGuire slips under a jab from River.
McGuire looks to land a right hand but River moved out of range.
McGuire misses with a shot to the body
and River counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from River.
The fighters circling - McGuire throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River misses the shot to the body.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGuire was well out of range. Poor timing from River.#T2#
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.
McGuire misses with a jab to the body
and River counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McGuire scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
River swings for the body but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
River walks into a jab.
McGuire throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
River 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.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River lands a nice looking body shot.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body. River takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McGuire moves out of range as River strikes.
River takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McGuire is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
McGuire misses with the body kick
and River cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGuire misses with a body kick.
McGuire looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
McGuire is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T3#
McGuire lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McGuire keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
River misses the body punch
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
River dives in and grabs McGuire's left leg, looking for a takedown. McGuire pushes down on River's head and hops out.
River throws a body punch but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire sizes up River with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McGuire fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
River gets cracked there but stands up to it.
River gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River misses with a body shot.
McGuire swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
River jabs McGuire right on the nose. McGuire blinks but takes it well.
Mike McGuire is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River looks to land a right hand but McGuire moved out of range.
McGuire throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CUT#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
McGuire throws a leg kick
and River counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
McGuire misses with a low kick.
River moves out of range of the body kick.
McGuire takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
McGuire lands a nice shot to the body.
River misses the jab.
McGuire misses with a straight right.
McGuire lands with a hook. River tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
McGuire defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
McGuire lands a right hook to the body.
McGuire tests River's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McGuire misses the shot to the body.
River misses with a left hand
and McGuire counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
River takes one on the button.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGuire defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
McGuire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
McGuire is looking to chop away at River's legs.
McGuire tries to work over River's front leg with a kick but River checks it.
McGuire throws a big shot that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
River throws a jab when McGuire was well out of range.
McGuire swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
River misses with a straight right.
McGuire wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River misses the jab.
McGuire scores with the left hand. River knows he should have avoided that one.
McGuire thumps River with a low kick.
River misses with a looping right.
River takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
River shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McGuire as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River throws the left hand but McGuire avoids the punch easily.
McGuire connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McGuire connects with a solid leg kick.
River throws a hook to the side of McGuire's head but McGuire sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
McGuire feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rivers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Good work by River as he checks the leg kick.
A big left from River misses.
River throws a predictable looking body shot
letting McGuire counter with a right hand.
McGuire slips a jab from River.
McGuire lands a head kick. River smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
McGuire is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that River can do to turn this around?
A swing and a miss from River.
A little feinted left hand from McGuire on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mike McGuire is winning the standup battle so far.
McGuire tries to land a front kick but River steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
River jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McGuire scores with a punch to the head.
McGuire uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before River has time to react.
River on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
River missing with a left hand there. McGuire was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A clash of legs there as River blocks the low kick.
River misses with an uppercut
and McGuire makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River lands with an uppercut that bounces McGuire off the cage and back into range.
River avoids a kick to the body. #T2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McGuire.
River checks a leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from McGuire. Those never looked like landing.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
The fighters circle momentarily. River darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
McGuire keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
River misses the shot to the body.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
McGuire throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
River throws a big shot that misses.
River throws the left hand but McGuire avoids the punch easily.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
McGuire scores with a nice strike.
McGuire lands a body shot.
McGuire scores with a leg kick. #T3#
A nice leg kick from McGuire, right into the meat of the thigh.
McGuire keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
McGuire jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
River scores with the left hand. McGuire knows he should have avoided that one.
McGuire lands with a hook. River tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A decent looking cross lands there for McGuire.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from River.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses.
McGuire is looking to chop away at River's legs.
McGuire closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT2#Mike McGuire's cut is getting worse.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but River might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, McGuire has got the better of the exchanges.
River throws a hook but McGuire avoids it easily.
McGuire throws a nice outside leg kick.
McGuire throws a nice outside leg kick.
McGuire avoids the body shot from River.
An attempted straight right counter from McGuire misses the target.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
McGuire lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River misses with a hook.
McGuire throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McGuire scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by McGuire.
McGuire throwing a counter right hand but River manages to avoid it.
McGuire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGuire connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed River momentarily.
McGuire with the inside leg kick.
McGuire throws a big shot that misses.
McGuire looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
McGuire is looking to chop away at River's legs.
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A solid body kick from McGuire.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGuire takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as River checks a leg kick.
River appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
River misses with a hook
and McGuire counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
River misses with a jab to the body
enabling McGuire to counter with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mike McGuire dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
River blocks a head kick by McGuire.
River smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
River has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McGuire moves out of range of the strikes.
McGuire takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
River throws an overhand right that lands on McGuire's shoulder, as McGuire tries to avoid the shot.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McGuire.
McGuire takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McGuire is looking to slow River down with leg kicks.
A thudding body kick lands there by McGuire!
McGuire throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent River stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
River slips a straight right by McGuire.
River darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire scores with a nice right hand.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body. River takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
River jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
McGuire tried to score with a low kick but River checks it.
McGuire throws a leg kick that misses.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
McGuire swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
River lands a lovely overhand right.
McGuire scoring well with a low kick there.
McGuire connects with a good right hand that stumbles River. River circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McGuire slips under a jab from River.
River throws a hook but McGuire blocks it.
McGuire connects with a body shot.
McGuire scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
McGuire throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
River slips under a jab from McGuire.
River takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
That kick from McGuire tenderised River's leg. River is trying to keep his angry face on.
McGuire misses with a wild body shot.
Kollaa River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
McGuire takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
River fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McGuire slips a straight right by River.
McGuire lands a lovely overhand right.
McGuire walks into a left hand. #CUT2#Mike McGuire's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
River misses with a body shot.
McGuire is looking to land body kicks.
River moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
River swings for the body but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt River.
McGuire keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
McGuire sizes up River with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McGuire jabs at River's body.
McGuire defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
River throws a shot from downtown. McGuire moves away and avoids it.
McGuire looks to throw the jab but River is out of range. #T3#
River scores with a crisp jab that stopped McGuire in his tracks.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
River throws a right hand that misses
and McGuire counters with a good low kick that River was not able to check.
McGuire digs a good hook to River's body.
River connects with a right hand. McGuire shakes it off.#ROC2#McGuire is rocked!#CUT2#Jeez, Mike McGuire's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
River misses with a takedown attempt - McGuire sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Oh McGuire is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
River takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
McGuire seems to have got his legs back now.
McGuire takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McGuire bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of River's head.
McGuire swinging wildly here.
McGuire connects with a body shot.
River misses with a hook. McGuire ducked under it nicely.
McGuire swings away with a leg kick that misses.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
McGuire chopping away at his opponent's legs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuire scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
River on the wrong end of a nice jab.
River just misses with a punch to the body. #KD2#
River bobbing and weaving well here. And he's unloaded with a massive right hand that drops McGuire! He dives into his guard looking to finish!

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Mike McGuire's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Kollaa River!
A very excited looking Kollaa River 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#993 Aurelius v Ainsworth
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
Watson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Watson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Watson connects with a single shot there.
River throws a jab when Watson was well out of range.
Watson tries a head kick but it misses.
A counter left hand to the body from River misses its target.
River smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
River throws a looping overhand right but Watson ducks down to avoid it.
Watson moves out of range of the strikes.
River swings for the body but Watson moves out of range.
River moves out of range of the body kick from Watson.
River lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
River slips a straight right by Watson.
Watson throws a body shot but no joy.
River scores with a nice strike.
Watson throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from River on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd cheers as Watson lands an impressive looking overhand right. River doesn't seem phased though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Watson fails to land with a series of punches.
Watson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but River swivels and escapes.#T1#
River lands a nice hook to Watson's body. Watson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Watson looks for the body kick but River saw that one coming. #TD#
River shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Watson napping and manages to drive through into side control!
River wants to control but Watson is keeping him busy.
River looks up at the clock and then as Watson takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, River smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
River scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Watson to see if he's OK.#SUB#
River wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Watson, who protects the arm well.
River wants to control but Watson is keeping him busy.
Watson wants to control but River postures up.
Watson manages to work his way to half guard, despite River's best efforts.#T2#
Watson tries to get to full guard but River has control of the leg.
River wants to free his trapped foot but Watson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
River is nestled in close to Watson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
River scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Watson works his way to full guard. Good work.
River with a nice head shot there.
River is fighting to break Watson's control of his arms but Watson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Watson looking for a sweep. Not yet Watson, not yet.
River looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
River stopping the sweep attempt from Watson.#T3#
River wants to control from the top but Watson keeps moving.
River pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Watson is keeping the position for now.
Watson controls River momentarily but River frees himself.
River sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Watson is pulling down on River's head to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by River.
River throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
River shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Watson staying out of range there.
River throws a lazy right hand but Watson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Watson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck River on the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Watson.
Watson lands a nice shot that snaps River's head back.
Watson throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
Watson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River throws a jab when Watson was well out of range.
Watson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Watson scores with a takedown into River's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Kollaa River will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Watson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big right from River misses.
River rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Watson counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
River slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Watson pushing down on River's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Watson seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Watson seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Watson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but River sees it coming and defends easily.
River trying to hold on to Watson's head to control him but Watson postures up. #T1#
River wants to improve his position but Watson is controlling well.
Watson is trying to control the action in half guard but River is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Watson wants to free his trapped foot but River is holding on for dear life with his legs.
River is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. River manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Watson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
River is looking for a triangle but Watson pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
River looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Watson is pushing down on River's leg trying to pass to half guard. River is fighting to maintain full guard but Watson has managed to sneak the leg through.
River trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. River manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Watson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3##SUB#
River had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Watson defends it easily.
Watson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. River swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Watson stays in close to River's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Watson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.
Watson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Watson misses with a low kick as River jumps back.
Watson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Watson slips a straight right by River.
Watson looks to land a right hand but River moved out of range.
A big left from River misses.
Kollaa River is winning the standup battle so far.
Watson throws a body shot but no joy.
Watson slips under a jab.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Watson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Watson with a lazy takedown attempt
and River counters with a nice uppercut.
Watson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Watson misses with a wild body shot.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
River backing away here, and Watson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Paul Joseph Watson 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#
Watson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
River lands an overhand right.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
River misses the jab.
Watson slips a straight right by River.
Watson tests River's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Watson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Watson.
Watson misses with a wild body shot.
Watson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Watson throws a series of punches but River moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River misses the jab.
River paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Watson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
River takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River misses with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Watson.#T1#
Watson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says River as he avoids it easily.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River misses with a looping left.
A big right from Watson misses.
Watson closes the distance and clinches up with River, looking for a takedown. Watson pushes River against the cage but River circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kollaa River has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Joseph Watson.
River tests Watson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Watson throws a body shot but no joy.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Watson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Watson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Watson! But no joy.
Watson scores with a crisp jab that stopped River in his tracks.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Watson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
River takes one to the side of the head.
Watson fails to land the takedown.#T2#
Watson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Watson.
River throws a jab when Watson was well out of range.
River takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#TD2#
Watson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
River wants to improve his position but Watson is controlling well. #SUB2#
Watson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, River has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
River trying to control here. #T3#
Watson is looking to advance position but River won't allow it. #SUB#
River actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Watson is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Watson is working for a submission of some sort. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Watson trying to control from River's half guard. River has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB#
River has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Watson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
River keeping full guard, as Watson tries to pass.
River wants to sweep here but Watson controlling him for the moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kollaa River showed his dominance in that final round.
I think River 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kollaa River!
A very excited looking Kollaa River 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#989 Karim v Beau
Date: Mar 10, 2023

#R1#
Ahai lands a glancing blow to the side of River's head.#CUT#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River jabs Ahai right on the nose. Ahai blinks but takes it well.
We've been informed that River 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.
Ahai throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ahai throws a head kick but River moves out of range.
River takes a swing at Ahai's ribcage but misses.
Ahai was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ahai misses with a hook.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Ahai listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ahai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
Ahai lands a nice hook to River's body. River takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ahai staying out of range there.
Nice body punch from River.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ahai lands with a nice body punch.
Ahai scores with the left hand. River knows he should have avoided that one.
Ahai connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Ahai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ahai.
Ahai swings for the body but River moves out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by River.
River scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ahai looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
River throws a hook to the side of Ahai's head but Ahai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
A swing and a miss from Ahai.
Ahai thows a left - swing and a miss!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ahai.
Ahai takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
River defending well as Ahai loads up on a big left hand.
Ahai tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Ahai.
River misses with a body shot.
River throws out a loose jab but Ahai uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Ahai 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!
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ahai throws the kick towards the body but River avoids it.
Ahai lands a nice shot that snaps River's head back.
Ahai connects with an inside leg kick.
River blocks a head kick by Ahai.
River misses with a lunging right hand
and Ahai counters with a low kick, right behind River 's knee.
A jab from River misses.
Ahai displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as River throws out the jab.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River throws a shot from downtown. Ahai moves away and avoids it.
A punch lands to the side of Ahai 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ahai ducks under a wild hook from River.
River scores with a nice head shot.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ahai with the inside leg kick. #T3#
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ahai manages to avoid it.#CL#
Ahai drives through and clinches with River against the cage.
Ahai struggles to land a body shot inside as River controls his hands.
Ahai gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from River.
River lands a nice uppercut.
Ahai prevents the takedown attempt.
Ahai working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ahai taking a breather.
Ahai tries to work over River's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
River throws a head punch that misses.
River presses Ahai against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
River misses with the head strike.
River looking to slow down the pace here.
River tries to throw a body punch but Ahai avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
Ahai lands a right hand that snaps the head of River backwards. #T4#
River has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ahai is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Azor Ahai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
River can't get the takedown.
Ahai misses with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ahai.
Ahai tries to throw a body punch but River avoids it by throwing Ahai back against the cage.
River misses with a punch to the body.
Good body shot from Ahai.
Ahai letting River take a breather here.
River tries for a takedown. No joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ahai lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ahai digs a right hand underneath River's ribcage. River let out a lung full of air as it connected.
River struggles to land a body shot inside as Ahai controls his hands.
River's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ahai lands a nice shot to the body.
River looks winded!
Ahai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ahai tries to throw a body punch but River avoids it by throwing Ahai back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Ahai.
Ahai gets through River's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Azor Ahai dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River'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#
River takes one to the side of the head.
Ahai throws out a leg kick but River moves out of range and Ahai only half commits.
Azor Ahai is winning the standup battle so far.
Ahai fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. River looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
River lands a body shot.
River swings widly with a right hand
and Ahai counters with an inside leg kick.
Ahai digs a good hook to River's body.
Ahai with a nice cross.
River looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
River cracks Ahai with an open hand slap.
Ahai uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Ahai lands a jab to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ahai scores with a decent looking hook.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Ahai on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ahai is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that River can do to turn this around?
The fight stays on the outside here - Ahai looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ahai.
River lands with a right hand.
Ahai lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Ahai does a little dance to reset his feet.
River connects with the punch.
River fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ahai takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ahai drops his hands momentarily and River takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ahai moves away from the strike by River.
Ahai lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
River rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ahai makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nice defenses there by River.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River lands a right hook to the body.
Ahai just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
River throws an off balance right hand
enabling Ahai to counter with a crisp jab.
Ahai pivots, looking for a leg kick but River is out of range and Ahai settles back down.
River on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ahai. Ahai obviously looking to wear him down.
A jab from River does it's job there.
Azor Ahai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from River there as he acknowledges the shot.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Ahai - that will leave a mark!
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ahai.
Ahai ducks under a wild hook from River.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River moves out of range as Ahai throws a body kick.
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ahai avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ahai connects with a body shot.#T3#
A swing and a miss from River.
Ahai throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
River misses with a body shot.
River throws a right hand that misses
and Ahai counters with a low kick, right behind River 's knee.
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River throws a big shot that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Ahai on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ahai throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
Ahai throws a half hearted mid kick.
River connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
River takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ahai moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT#That has opened up Kollaa River's cut even more.
Ahai throws a low kick, looking for River's leg but River calmly moves out of range.
River appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ahai wants to clinch.#T4#
Ahai connects with a body shot that sends River's belly button to the back.
River scores with the left hand. Ahai knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ahai.
River throws a big shot that misses.
River throws the left hand but Ahai avoids the punch easily.
Ahai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River scores with a jab to the body.
River on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
River throws a lazy uppercut
and Ahai counters with a solid body kick.
River takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Azor Ahai dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, 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#
Ahai throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CL#
Ahai rushes River and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ahai.
Ahai cracks River with a nice body shot.
River misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ahai blocking some punches.
Ahai lands on the inside with an uppercut.
River tries to score a body lock takedown but Ahai shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
River fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ahai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
River blocks an uppercut.
River blocks a body shot from Ahai.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, River creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ahai misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Ahai fails to land.
Ahai lands a left hand that snaps the head of River backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
Ahai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River.
Ahai misses with a hook from the clinch.
Azor Ahai has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ahai trying to stall but River improves his position.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ahai.
Ahai lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of River backwards.
River wants a takedown.
A right handed body shot lands from Ahai.
A short left from River.
Ahai stalling in the clinch.
River tries to throw a body punch but Ahai avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
Ahai dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Ahai lands a shoulder strike.
Ahai prevents the takedown attempt.
Azor Ahai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
Ahai lands a left hand.
River prevents a body shot from Ahai.
Still in the clinch, Ahai scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kollaa River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Azor Ahai is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
River has Ahai pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ahai manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
River takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
River content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Ahai has River pushed against the cage.
A short right from Ahai.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ahai.
Ahai lands a left hand that snaps the head of River backwards.
River swings wildly with an uppercut but Ahai uses good head movement to avoid it.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A shot in the inside from Ahai.
A shot in the inside from Ahai.
River can't find room to land a body shot as Ahai controls the action.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ahai gets through River's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
River prevents a body shot from Ahai.
Ahai misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Ahai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ahai is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Ahai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ahai lands a left hand that snaps the head of River backwards.
River is trying to drag Ahai to the mat but Ahai just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Ahai doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ahai blocks an uppercut.
River blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ahai.
Ahai scores with an uppercut up the middle.
River tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A shot in the inside from Ahai.
River goes for a takedown attempt but Ahai pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Ahai lands a lovely overhand right.#T4#
River misses with a looping right.
Ahai pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
River gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ahai scores with a nice body 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 Ahai!
Ahai scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
River misses with a hook to the body
and Ahai counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Ahai swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
River thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big right from River misses.
River misses with a left hand
and Ahai counters with a lovely straight right hand!
River misses with a wild body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Azor Ahai showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ahai 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

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

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

#R1#
A jab from River does it's job there.#CUT2#It looks like Mike McGuire has been cut.
McGuire lands a body shot.
River chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McGuire can pounce on him.
River lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McGuire shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
River throws a hook to the side of McGuire's head but McGuire sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
McGuire darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McGuire pulls out of a head kick attempt.
River cracks McGuire with an open hand slap.
River lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River throws a good cross that connects.
McGuire doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nice body punch from River. #KD2#
River drops his shoulder and cracks McGuire with a huge uppercut! McGuire goes down! Can River finish him? #ROC2#McGuire is rocked!
River pushes down on McGuire's leg and manages to get into half guard.
River is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
River looking for a submission but McGuire manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt. #T1#
River trying to control the position from guard on top but McGuire is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but McGuire manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
River has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. McGuire 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 River.
McGuire working away.#T2#
River tries to buck McGuire off but McGuire is having none of it.
A control attempt from River but he's now mounted!
McGuire avoids the attempt from River to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River is in all sorts of trouble here.
River wants to control but McGuire is having none of it.#SU#
McGuire gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!#T3#
River takes one on the chin but seems OK.
McGuire scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Good exchange - River coming out on top.#CUT2#Mike McGuire's cut is getting worse.
River takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Mike McGuire is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGuire uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from River.
River takes one on the button.
Mike McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
River now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A jab from River finds it's way through McGuire's defenses.
A low kick lands for McGuire.
McGuire throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
McGuire looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McGuire connects with a body shot that sends River's belly button to the back.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McGuire misses with an uppercut
and McGuire takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#Mike McGuire's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
McGuire misses with a body kick.#T4#
River throws a lazy right hand but McGuire sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from River misses.
River on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McGuire dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
River moves out of range of the body kick.
River takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McGuire stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McGuire misses with a right hand
and River counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
and River counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts McGuire! He's just covering up as River starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kollaa River!
An out of breath Kollaa River thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

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

#R1#
Andrianakis cracks River with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT2#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.#CL2#
River tries to keep at a distance but Andrianakis has taken the fight into the clinch.
River working aggressively here.
River working aggressively here.
Andrianakis lands a body punch in the clinch.
Andrianakis has a couple of punches blocked by River.
Andrianakis lands an elbow inside that River shrugs off.
River has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianakis.
Andrianakis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianakis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianakis scores with a hook to the body.
River blocks a body shot from Andrianakis.
Andrianakis takes a shot to the head.
Andrianakis comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
River misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
River manages to pull guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
River 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.
River bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Andrianakis's guard. #REVR#
River prevents Andrianakis from getting back to his feet. #ES2#
Andrianakis has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. River is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#BC2#
Andrianakis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Danga de danga de dang - Andrianakis scores with a four punch combination!#CUT2#Kollaa River's cut is getting worse.
Andrianakis tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
River attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
River looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Andrianakis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Andrianakis catches River with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Andrianakis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
River takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Andrianakis doesn't manage to clinch there - River circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from River misses the target.
A punch combination from Andrianakis misses.
Andrianakis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Andrianakis misses the jab.
Milo Andrianakis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Andrianakis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianakis.
Andrianakis swings widly with a right hand
and River cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianakis throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
River misses with a shot to the body
and Andrianakis counters with a straight right hand.
Andrianakis connects with a looping right hand. #CUT2#Kollaa River's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
River lands with a kick to the ribs.
Andrianakis throws a right hand that misses
and River counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Andrianakis thinking. #TD#
River throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Andrianakis tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. River is in Andrianakis's guard.
River lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Andrianakis is looking to stand up but River isn't so interested in that idea.
River working some strikes from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River scoring with some ground and pound.
Andrianakis is wriggling around but River manages to pass to half guard.
Andrianakis is looking to escape.
River is pressing down on Andrianakis's thigh, looking to free his foot. Andrianakis is holding on for now.
River working over Andrianakis with some ground and pound. Andrianakis looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3#
Andrianakis is trying to stand back up but River is controlling him
River is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
River lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Andrianakis has hold of River's hands but River slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Andrianakis wants to get back to his feet.
River is nestled in close to Andrianakis, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Andrianakis has hold of River's hands but River slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
River winds up and cracks Andrianakis with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
River prevents Andrianakis from standing back up.
River working the head and body with strikes.
River is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Andrianakis has hold of River's hands but River slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Andrianakis wants to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Andrianakis has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but River is on him like a limpet, forcing Andrianakis back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianakis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Andrianakis lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Andrianakis lands with a light punch inside. #T4#
River is looking to take this one to the mat.
Andrianakis looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Andrianakis lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #BC#
River escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrianakis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Andrianakis just misses with a punch to the body.
River moves out of range as Andrianakis strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianakis misses the target.
River ducks under a wild hook from Andrianakis.
It looked like River wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Andrianakis misses with a jab to the body
and River counters with a left and a right that stings Andrianakis.
Andrianakis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianakis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
An attempted straight right counter from River misses the target.
Nice body punch from Andrianakis.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Milo Andrianakis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
River moves away from the strike by Andrianakis.
River slips under a jab from Andrianakis.
Andrianakis throws a hook but River blocks it.
River fires out a quick counter leg kick but Andrianakis just manages to avoid it.
Andrianakis looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
Andrianakis lands with a nice body punch.
A big right from Andrianakis misses.
River throws a quick counter kick to the body but Andrianakis avoids it.
Andrianakis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
River changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Andrianakis tries to avoid it but River manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Andrianakis to the ground. Andrianakis escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Andrianakis is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Milo Andrianakis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrianakis stuffs the takedown attempt from River. River gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianakis misses the shot to the body.
River looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianakis misses the target. #T1#
River slips a straight right by Andrianakis.
River feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Andrianakis loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Andrianakis misses with a looping left.
Andrianakis throws a right hand that misses
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
Andrianakis throws a lazy uppercut
and River counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A shot to the body from Andrianakis misses
and River counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Andrianakis 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.
Andrianakis lands a nice hook to River's body. River takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
River is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
The crowd cheers as Andrianakis lands an impressive looking overhand right. River doesn't seem phased though.
Milo Andrianakis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Andrianakis, as that shot connected.
River takes a jab right on the kisser. #CUT2#Jeez, Kollaa River's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Andrianakis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
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!
River throws out a leg kick but Andrianakis moves out of range and River only half commits.
Andrianakis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River appears to be looking for a big counter.#T2#
River slips a straight right by Andrianakis.
River takes a shot right to the bread basket.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
River with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Andrianakis to score with a decent uppercut.
Andrianakis tries to clinch but River is having none of it.
Andrianakis bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps River's head backwards.
Andrianakis loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Andrianakis displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from River. #T3##CL2#
River gets tackled into the cage by Andrianakis. Andrianakis maintains the clinch.
River makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
River is trying to break free.#BC#
River breaks from the clinch.
Andrianakis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianakis.
River throws a jab when Andrianakis was well out of range.
Andrianakis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Andrianakis scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianakis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Andrianakis misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
River throwing a counter right hand but Andrianakis manages to avoid it.
Andrianakis looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
River misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Andrianakis throws a poor cross that misses
and River counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
River defending well as Andrianakis loads up on a big left hand.
River looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A head kick misses from River.
Andrianakis takes one on the button.
Andrianakis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River drops down looking for a counter takedown but Andrianakis sprawls and moves away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
River shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. River showed some decent athleticism there.
Andrianakis is trying to stand back up but River is controlling him #ES2#
Andrianakis manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Andrianakis cracks River with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Kollaa River's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Milo Andrianakis!
During a confident post fight interview, Milo Andrianakis thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: GAMMA#970 Karim v Hero
Date: Oct 29, 2022

#R1#
Mormaer looks for the body kick but River saw that one coming.
River throws a leg kick which misses Mormaer's front leg but catches the back leg as Mormaer tries to avoid it.
Mormaer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
River shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mormaer as he avoids it easily.
Mormaer tries to clinch up but River circles away and keeps his distance.#TD#
River looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mormaer!
An elbow from River crashes against the mat.
Mormaer tries to bench press River off him but River keeps the position.
River working the ground and pound but Mormaer is defending the strikes.
Mormaer is looking to reverse the position.
Mormaer can't do much from the bottom here.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mormaer keeps working.
Mormaer can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Mormaer manages to get back to half guard.
River looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Mormaer with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Mormaer trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Mormaer tries to lock up and control but River gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
River looking to control but Mormaer is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Mormaer is trying desperately to improve position.#T2#
River scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Mormaer?
Mormaer wants to hold on but River pushes him away.
Mormaer tries to get back to half guard but can't.
River working Mormaer over with strikes here.
River is landing with some decent strikes but Mormaer is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
River prevents Mormaer from getting the reversal.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mormaer taking shots to the head. #ROC#Mormaer is rocked!
Mormaer just holding on.
River lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #T3#
River cracks Mormaer with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kollaa River!
A very excited looking Kollaa River 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#968 Joosep v Song
Date: Oct 15, 2022

#R1#
River throws an off balance right hand
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Spence looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
River takes a jab right on the kisser.
Spence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Spence looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've been hearing reports that River has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Crunch! Spence slams his shin into River's torso.
Spence takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Spence lands with a cross. #CUT2#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
Spence pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Spence lands a leg kick that knocks River off balance momentarily.
A swing and a miss from River.
Spence throws a right and a left that River avoids nicely.
River shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does 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!
Spence checks a leg kick nicely.
Spence takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T1#
Spence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from River.
River takes one to the side of the head.
Spence is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by River.
Spence doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
River blocks a head kick by Spence .
River just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Spence moves into the clinch.
River fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
River misses with a punch on the inside.
Spence throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rivers head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Spence .
Spence throws a punch but it's blocked by River.
Spence pushes River back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
River has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T2#
River tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spence 's elbow.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Spence working aggressively here.
River cracks Spence with a nice body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spence misses with a punch on the inside.
River is working Spence over against the cage.
River scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Spence struggles to land a body shot inside as River controls his hands.
River gets through Spence 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for River. #BC#
River breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
River throws out a powerful jab.
Spence has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from River.
Spence moves out of range as River strikes.
River throws a lazy right hand but Spence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Spence . That did some damage!
Spence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Spence is just out of range.
Spence moves out of range of the body kick from River.
Spence looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Good leg kick by River.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spence connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between River's hands.
A swing and a miss from River.
Spence swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Spence misses with a jab, cross combination.
River throws a quick counter kick to the body but Spence avoids it.
A solid leg kick lands there for River.
Spence staying out of range there.
River misses the body punch
and Spence counters with a head kick. #T4#
River lands with an overhand left.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A chopping leg kick lands by River.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Spence throws an off balance right hand
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
River fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Spence is out of range.
Spence lands with a kick to the temple. River shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
River pulls out of a head kick attempt.
River scores with a hook to the body. Spence takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Spence throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A leg kick checked by Spence .
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by River.
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 Kollaa River will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River'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#
Spence scores with a head kick.
River misses with a body punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Spence .
River shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT2#Kollaa River's cut is getting worse.
River looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Spence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Spence misses with a looping right.
River looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Spence .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River throws a low kick, looking for Spence 's leg but Spence calmly moves out of range.
Spence swings for the body but River moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Spence .
River throws a nice looking combination but Spence bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Spence looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Spence ducks right into an uppercut from River.
Spence misses with a body shot.
Spence takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
River misses with an uppercut.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Spence ! But no joy.
Spence 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.
River swings for the body but Spence moves out of range.
River scoring well with a low kick there.
Spence lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
River connects with a leg kick.
River misses with a looping right.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River throws a sloppy body shot
and Spence counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T2#
Spence jabs River to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good shot there by Spence .
River throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Spence on the side of the head.
Spence throws a hook but River blocks it.
River walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Spence checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Spence throws the kick towards the body but River avoids it.
River was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
River connects with a high kick.
Kollaa River is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice shot lands for River.
Spence misses with a body shot.
River looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
River lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Spence looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T3#
River rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Spence to counter with a crisp jab.
Spence tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. River manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#KD2#
Spence lands a big head kick that sends River tumbling to the mat! Spence takes a step backwards and waves River back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Spence keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Spence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sloppy strikes from River. Those never looked like landing.
Spence tries to clinch up.
Spence avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Spence 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Good standup being displayed there by River as he connects with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Spence 's shoulder, as Spence tries to avoid the shot.
River clobbers Spence with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T4#
Spence scores with a jab to the head. #CUT2#Kollaa River's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from River.
River throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Spence on the side of the head.
River has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Spence finds it's way round the side to connect with River's head.
River throws a shot from downtown. Spence moves away and avoids it.
Spence moves out of range of the body kick.
Spence blocks a head kick by River.
River buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
River throws a leg kick which misses Spence 's front leg but catches the back leg as Spence tries to avoid it.
Spence blocks the body kick.
Spence looks like he wants to counter punch 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 Kollaa River will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
That's time! River's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
River misses with a straight left.
Spence takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
River is looking to counter with a body kick.
Spence scores with a decent looking hook.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
As River backs off Spence throws a huge counter combo but River manages to avoid it all.
Spence takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Spence misses with a wild body shot.
River throws the left hand but Spence avoids the punch easily.
It seemed like Spence was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
River drops his hands momentarily and Spence takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
River connects with a crisp jab.
Spence uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.
Spence keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T1#
A swing and a miss from Spence .
It looked like River wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
River throws a head kick but Spence moves out of range.
River throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
River lands a head shot.
River misses the shot to the body.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Spence defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
River pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Spence connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Spence misses with a looping right.
Spence clobbers River with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T2#
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Spence .
River moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
River tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Spence looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
A head kick by River misses
and Spence counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Spence swings widly with a right hand
and River counters with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL2#
Spence gets a clinch.
Spence misses with a knee to the head.
River is trying to break the clinch but Spence is controlling him.
Spence blocks a punch to the side of the head.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spence will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning River up against the cage.#BC#
River's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3#
Spence blocks a head kick by River.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Spence .
River connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Spence momentarily.
River throws out a loose jab but Spence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spence is clearly trying to counter these attacks from River with a body shot.
River misses with a two punch combination.
River throws a leg kick that misses.
River tries to land a leg kick but Spence saw it coming and moves away.
It seemed like Spence was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#KD2#
Spence lands a big head kick that sends River tumbling to the mat! Spence takes a step backwards and waves River back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#River is rocked!#CUT2#Jeez, Kollaa River's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Kollaa River's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Alan Spence !
Our winner, Alan Spence , 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#963 Karim v Billy
Date: Sep 10, 2022

#R1#
Costa gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL2#
Costa has River up against the cage in a clinch.
Costa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
River lands with a light punch inside.
River throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Costas head.
River wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
River lands a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Costa.
Costa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for River. #BC2#
Costa manages to break the clinch.
Costa tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. River manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Costa wants to clinch up but River keeps it at a distance.
River swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Costa wants to clinch up but River keeps it at a distance.
River fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Costa checks it well.
Costa takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Costa lands with a nice combination. River backs away looking to recover.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Costa's hands are dropping dangerously low here and River connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Costa scrambles back to his feet.#CL2#
Costa has managed to clinch.
Costa working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Costa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Costa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
River breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
River looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
Costa tries to close the distance and clinch up but River swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
Costa closes the distance and clinches.
Costa swings wildly with an uppercut but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Costa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
River lands with a left to the head.
River lands with a short shot to the head.
River scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Costa tries a body shot but River blocks it.
Costa scores with a shoulder strike.
River fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Costa slows down the pace here.
Costa scores with an uppercut up the middle.
River lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
River lands with a right to the head.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Costa slowing the pace effectively.
Costa misses with a body punch.
River blocks an uppercut.
Costa lands an uppercut.
Costa misses with a hook to the ribs.
River tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Costa struggles to land a body shot inside as River controls his hands.
River tries to work over Costa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Costa prevents a body shot from River. #BC#
River manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Costa clinches.
Costa lands on the inside with an uppercut.
River lands a left hand.
Costa lands a hook to the side of the head.
River tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Costa's elbow.
Costa leaning against his opponent.
River prevents a body shot from Costa.
River lands a nice uppercut.#T3#
A short uppercut from River.
A short uppercut from Costa. #BC2#
Costa breaks from the clinch.
Costa tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but River paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Costa chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before River can pounce on him.
Costa moves to clinch but River breaks away
and River counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kollaa River is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Costa clinches up with River and pushes him back against the cage.
River gets through Costa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
River throws a head punch that misses.
Costa misses with a body punch.
Costa swings wildly with an uppercut but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by River.
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
River lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Costa blocks an uppercut.
Costa is leaning against River and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
River working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T4#
Costa tries to stall but River uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Costa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Costa working aggressively here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from River. #BC#
River breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Costa tries to close the distance and clinch but River swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Costa takes one on the chin but seems OK.
River misses with a wild combination.
Costa throws a counter combo.#CL2#
Costa drives through and clinches with River against the cage.
River lands on the inside with an uppercut. #ROC#Costa is rocked!
River blocking some punches.
Costa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Costa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
River gets through Costa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Costa is still on wobbly legs! Can River finish him?
A short left from River.
River lands a big right hand that drops Costa! The killer instinct kicks in and River finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by River!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

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

#R1#
River lands an overhand right.
River pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Traveller is looking to counter punch.
Traveller lands with an uppercut that bounces River off the cage and back into range.
Traveller looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Traveller clobbers River with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Traveller misses the jab.
River misses with a looping right.
A telegraphed right hand from Traveller misses the target.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River blocks a jab.
River throws a head kick that half lands.
River misses with a kick to the body.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Traveller.
River thuds a left hand into Traveller's body.
Jab, jab by Traveller - just one landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River scores with a punch to the head.
River scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
River connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
River throws a combination. Traveller tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Traveller.
River lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Traveller.
River moves into range and connects with a jab.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Traveller.
River has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Traveller misses with a straight right.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Traveller.
Traveller connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed River momentarily.
Traveller takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Traveller.
Traveller takes a jab right on the kisser.
Traveller misses with a straight left.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Traveller throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
River throws out a counter right but Traveller avoids it with no problem.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Traveller.
River lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Traveller at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Traveller misses with an uppercut.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Astro Traveller is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice uppercut there from River.
Traveller throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Traveller throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Traveller uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Traveller misses with a lunging right hand
and River makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Traveller throws a leg kick but River sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Nice body punch from River.
Nice straight punches there by Traveller. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Traveller.
The fighters circle momentarily. River darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
River lands with a straight right. Traveller didn't see that one coming.
Traveller has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from River.
River misses with a body kick.
Traveller lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
River takes a swing at Traveller's ribcage but misses.
Traveller swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
River tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Traveller defends well and River ends up having to push Traveller into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
River ducks right into an uppercut from Traveller.
River takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
River slips a jab from Traveller.
Traveller misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
River looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Traveller misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
River is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Traveller had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Traveller on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by River. River obviously looking to wear him down.
Traveller has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from River.
River thuds a left hand into Traveller's body.
River looks to land a body kick but Traveller moved away.
It looked like Traveller wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Traveller misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
River lands with an uppercut that bounces Traveller off the cage and back into range.
River's jab looks to have found its range, popping Traveller under the eye.
Traveller checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Traveller throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
River looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
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!
Traveller throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.#T4#
River blocks a leg kick.
River moves away from the strike by Traveller.
River misses with a double jab
and Traveller counters with a two punch combo.
Traveller throws a leg kick but River moved away.
Traveller looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
Traveller jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Traveller is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by River.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Traveller manages to avoid it.
Traveller on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Traveller is just out of range.
River connects with a looping right hand.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Traveller takes a jab right on the kisser.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
Traveller bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
River lands a high kick!
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Traveller has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Traveller takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Traveller misses with a jab, cross combination.
Traveller misses the jab.
River lands with a straight right. Traveller didn't see that one coming.
Traveller takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Traveller is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CUT#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River with a nice cross.
Nice uppercut lands for River. That snapped Traveller's head back.
River thows a left - swing and a miss!
Traveller throws a hook but River blocks it.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
River lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Traveller throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
River dips to his left and cracks Traveller with an uppercut!
Traveller pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T1#
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Traveller.
River pushes Traveller away with a front kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by River or perhaps it was just good defense by Traveller, which made it look bad.
River lands with a good body shot.
Traveller misses with a kick to the body.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Traveller swings for the body but River moves out of range.
River misses with a left hand
letting Traveller counter with a right hand.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Traveller might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
A counter left hand to the body from Traveller misses its target.
Traveller looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
Traveller misses with a body punch
and River cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice uppercut there from River.
Traveller takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
Traveller throws a jab but it's blocked by River. #T2#
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Traveller.
A nice combination there by Traveller.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River misses with a leg kick
and Traveller counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
River throws a body punch but Traveller moves out of range.
Traveller misses with a looping left.
River takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Traveller.
Traveller lands with a nice body punch.
Kollaa River seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Traveller pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River throws a big shot that misses.
Traveller throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River throws a body kick that misses.
Traveller throws a counter high kick but River was just alert enough to avoid it.
River throws a hook to the side of Traveller's head but Traveller sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A cross from River lands.
River is looking to land body kicks.#T3#
River throws a head kick that misses.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Traveller.
River changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
River lands with a thumping leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow Traveller down.
A big right from Traveller misses.
A punch combination from River misses.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Traveller.
Traveller checks a leg kick.
Traveller is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by River.
A head kick misses from River.
Some wild striking there from Traveller.
Traveller looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Good shot there by Traveller.
Traveller connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Traveller throws a hook but River blocks it.#T4#
River misses with an uppercut. Traveller saw that one coming.
Traveller misses with a body kick.
Traveller avoids a punch combination nicely.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Traveller.
Traveller chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters circling - Traveller throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Traveller is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
River avoids the body shot from Traveller.
Traveller tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Traveller.
Traveller paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Traveller dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Traveller just misses with a punch to the body.
Traveller on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Traveller throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
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 Astro Traveller will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River'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!#R3#
Traveller misses with a wild body shot.
Traveller scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Traveller misses with a wild combination.
River is looking to slow Traveller down with leg kicks.
Traveller looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
River throws a body kick that misses.
River misses with an uppercut.
Traveller blocks the body kick.
Traveller feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Traveller rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Traveller takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
Good leg kick by Traveller.
River avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Traveller connects with a right hand. River shakes it off.
A low kick from River is predictable there
and Traveller counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Traveller throws a sloppy head kick and River moves out of range easily. #T1#
River lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Traveller swings for the body but River moves out of range.
River misses with a straight right.
Traveller takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
River throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Left hook, right uppercut from Traveller.
Nice defenses there by River.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sloppy strikes from Traveller. Those never looked like landing.
River connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Traveller momentarily.
Traveller misses with a body kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Traveller.
Traveller thows a left - swing and a miss!
Traveller is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Traveller lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but River circles away quickly and effectively.
River is looking for the big counter here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River avoids the body shot from Traveller.
Traveller takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T2#
Traveller takes one on the button.
Traveller jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Traveller misses with a looping right.
Traveller blocks a head kick by River.
Traveller lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
No joy there for Traveller, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
River lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Traveller shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
No joy there for Traveller, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Traveller throws a leg kick
and River counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
River is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Traveller lands with a nice body punch.
River scores with a jab.
Traveller's hands are dropping dangerously low here and River connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Traveller scrambles back to his feet.
Traveller scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T3#
River cracks Traveller with an open hand slap.
Traveller waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
A left lands for Traveller.
River lands a leg kick that knocks Traveller off balance momentarily.
River lands a jab to the head.
Some bone on bone action there as River checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Traveller lunges at River with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by River's hand.
River lands with a right hand.
River takes a jab right on the kisser.
Traveller misses with a two punch combination.
An inside leg kick from River misses.
Traveller swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
An inside leg kick from Traveller misses.
Traveller bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Traveller misses with a body kick.
Traveller misses with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A big right from Traveller misses. #T4#
River stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Traveller throws a sloppy body shot
and River counters with a straight right hand.
Decent striking displayed by River there.
Traveller swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Traveller misses with a kick to the body.
River's jab looks to have found its range, popping Traveller under the eye.
River moves into range and connects with a jab.
Traveller throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
River avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD2#
Traveller gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
River chips away with some ground and pound.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
River loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
River postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kollaa River.
Well River has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29

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

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

#R1#
River lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
River throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL2#
Sole moves into the clinch.#BC#
River pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sole has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sole there as he acknowledges the shot.
River circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD#
River shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Sole manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB2#
Sole is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. River is aware though and is defending well.
River postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as River accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
River missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sole is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
River slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Sole can't do much from the bottom here.
Sole avoids any damage from the ground and pound of River.
River in side control lands a decent elbow. #ROC#Sole is rocked!#T1#
The ground and pound from River seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Sole is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
River throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
River misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Sole gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
River throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
River scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Sole keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sole is trying to defend against the ground and pound but River scores with a couple of nice shots.
Sole is still in real trouble! Can River finish him?
River 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.
Sole is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of River's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take River's back!
Sole seems to have recovered his senses.
Sole lands with a hammerfist to the side of River's head.#SUB2#
Sole working for a choke but River is defending well. #T2#
You can see the frustration on River's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Sole trying to control.#SUB2#
Sole is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but River has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
River is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB2#
Sole is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but River has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sole controls the position.
River rolls, trying to escape but Sole keeps control of the position.
River turns into Sole and is now in his guard.
River throwing strikes but missing.
Sole seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T3#
River scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
River preventing the sweep.
River throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sole works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sole working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. River doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. River manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
River content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
River working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
River scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sole trying to keep a closed guard but River is proving a slippery customer.
Sole working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from River.
Sole manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. River manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
River is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sole is aware though and is defending well.
River might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4##SUB#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
River has his foot on Sole's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sole works his way back into a safe position though.
Sole content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
River is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sole is aware though and is defending well.
Sole must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
River is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sole is aware though and is defending well.
Sole controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
River manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sole manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Sole trying to keep a closed guard but River is proving a slippery customer.
Sole is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
River postures up in Sole's guard and throws a big left but Sole blocks it.
River stopping the sweep attempt from Sole.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Sole tries to clinch up.#TD2#
Sole looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Sole wants to pass the guard but River is defending well.
River wants to improve his position but Sole is controlling well.
River is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sole's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sole's back!
The referee is taking a good look at Sole as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from River!
The referee is taking a good look at Sole as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from River!
River throwing sloppy strikes.
River avoiding Sole 's attempts to control his hands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sole covering up well under a series of strikes from River.
Sole is trapped and River is scoring with shots to the head and body. #T1#
River landing with strikes.
River is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Sole up.
Sole is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get River off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
River is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Sole up.
River lands a big punch and Sole is covering up! Another big shot separates Sole from consciousness and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Jacks Sole had this to say: 'Shit happens, I'll learn from this.'.

Event: SFL 156 | Stalinovich vs Stark
Date: May 11, 2022

#R1#
Ozolinsh throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
River defending well as Ozolinsh loads up on a big left hand.
River jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River works over Ozolinsh's head and body with a nice combination.
A swing and a miss from River.
Ozolinsh tries to counter by closing the distance.
River throws a right hand that Ozolinsh ducks under and follows up with a left that Ozolinsh also avoids with ease.
River moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
River looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A jab from River misses.
A big right from Ozolinsh misses.
Nice shot lands for River.
River looks to throw the jab but Ozolinsh is out of range.
Ozolinsh takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ozolinsh scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. River doesn't seem bothered though.
River cracks Ozolinsh with a good jab.
River is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Ozolinsh scores with a body shot.
Ozolinsh misses with a straight left. #T1#
River takes a swing at Ozolinsh's ribcage but misses.
River lands a really nice looking cross but Ozolinsh seems unphased.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River thuds a left hand into Ozolinsh's body.
River ducks under a wild hook from Ozolinsh.
River throws a low kick but Ozolinsh moves out of range easily.
Ozolinsh wants to counter with a clinch but River pushes him away.
River getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ozolinsh. River does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Ozolinsh closes the distance and pushes River back into the cage.
River scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right from River on the inside.
River swings wildly with an uppercut but Ozolinsh uses good head movement to avoid it.
River changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ozolinsh fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ozolinsh throws a hook but River blocks it.
Ozolinsh throws a head kick that misses.
River slips under a jab.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ozolinsh throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
Ozolinsh tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Ozolinsh.
Ozolinsh pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Some bone on bone action there as Ozolinsh checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ozolinsh is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
River is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ozolinsh misses with a wild body shot.
Ozolinsh takes one to the side of the head.
River thumps Ozolinsh with a low kick.
River throws a chopping leg kick but Ozolinsh manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
River misses with a body shot.
River slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ozolinsh moves in looking to clinch but River pushes him off.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ozolinsh.
A shot to the body from Ozolinsh misses
and River counters with a head kick.
Ozolinsh throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River is looking to counter with a body kick.
River scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T3#
Ozolinsh tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ozolinsh lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT2#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
Ozolinsh uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.
Ozolinsh now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by River or perhaps it was just good defense by Ozolinsh, which made it look bad.
Ozolinsh tries to counter with a clinch but River shakes him off and moves away.
River thows a body kick. Ozolinsh tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Ozolinsh throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from River 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 Ozolinsh has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ozolinsh and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
River throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ozolinsh.
Ozolinsh lands with a kick to the temple. River shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Ozolinsh checks a leg kick.
Ozolinsh takes a body punch but keeps moving.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ozolinsh.
River throws a shot from downtown. Ozolinsh moves away and avoids it.
River sets himself, and Ozolinsh steps forward looking for the clinch! River avoids it this time.#T4#
Ozolinsh swinging wildly here.
Ozolinsh has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ozolinsh throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ozolinsh lands the left hand.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ozolinsh.
Ozolinsh lands a slapping body shot.
Ozolinsh ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good shot there by Ozolinsh.
Ozolinsh has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from River finds it's way round the side to connect with Ozolinsh's head.
River takes a jab right on the kisser.
Ozolinsh cracks River with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ozolinsh misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
River lands with an overhand left.
River throws a solid leg kick but Ozolinsh takes the impact on his shin and smiles at River.
Ozolinsh looks to land a combination but River avoids it well.
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 Kollaa River will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ozolinsh walks into a jab.
River scores with a decent looking hook.
Ozolinsh ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ozolinsh misses with an uppercut.
Ozolinsh throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
Ozolinsh moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD#
River looking to score a takedown here. Ozolinsh is defending well but River drives through and ends up in Ozolinsh's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River is in close to Ozolinsh's body, working some short punches and elbows.#ES2#
Ozolinsh uses the cage to get back to his feet.
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!
Ozolinsh on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by River. River obviously looking to wear him down.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ozolinsh avoids the head kick by River.
River takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
River throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ozolinsh slips under a jab.
Ozolinsh tries to counter with a clinch but River shakes him off and moves away.#T1#
Ozolinsh fails to land with a series of punches.
Ozolinsh tries to land a body kick
and River counters with a right hand to the body.
River lands a nice looking body kick.
River lands a jab to the head.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ozolinsh manages to avoid it.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ozolinsh.
River looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Ozolinsh throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by River.
River throws a hook but Ozolinsh avoids it easily.#TD#
River gets the takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River throws an elbow but Ozolinsh slips to the side and avoids it well.
Ozolinsh tries to bench press River off him but River keeps the position.
River postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
River landing strikes.
Ozolinsh is trying to control River's posture but River avoids it. #T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
River landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
River fails to land a wild elbow strike.
River looks up at the clock and then as Ozolinsh takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, River smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
River 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.
River lands a few punches from side control.#ROC#Ozolinsh is rocked!
Ozolinsh is looking to reverse the position.
Ozolinsh is still in real trouble! Can River finish him?
River working the body and head with strikes.
River grinds an elbow into Ozolinsh's temple.
Kollaa River overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
River lands a strong strike to the head of Ozolinsh. That's dazed him! River looking to finish here. Ozolinsh is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - River lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SFL 152 | Marley Fest II
Date: Apr 20, 2022

#R1#
Nice uppercut there from Dvalishvili.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dvalishvili.
River throws out a powerful jab.
Dvalishvili pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dvalishvili swings for the body but River moves out of range.
Dvalishvili looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
River dives in and grabs Dvalishvili's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dvalishvili pushes down on River's head and hops out.
Jab by Dvalishvili.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dvalishvili.
River checks the leg kick.
Dvalishvili lands a nice shot that snaps River's head back.
Dvalishvili tries to clinch up.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dvalishvili has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dvalishvili uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from River.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dvalishvili sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River misses the shot to the body.
Dvalishvili is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
River misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Dvalishvili is clearly trying to counter these attacks from River with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dvalishvili connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed River momentarily.
Decent striking displayed by River there.#T1#
Dvalishvili scores with the left hand. River knows he should have avoided that one.
River really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dvalishvili getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
Dvalishvili tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and River is able to avoid easily.#TD#
River closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Dvalishvili avoids any damage from the ground and pound of River.
Dvalishvili is looking to reverse the position.
Dvalishvili manages to get back to half guard.
River missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dvalishvili has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. River is working away from the top position though.
Dvalishvili keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
River throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dvalishvili controlling the position for now.
Dvalishvili trying to control here. #T2#
River seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ground and pound from River.
Dvalishvili is looking to control River's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dvalishvili avoid being mounted?
Dvalishvili tries to get to full guard but River has control of the leg.
River lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Dvalishvili is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
River takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dvalishvili trying to control from the bottom.
River thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dvalishvili's head.
River has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T3#
River throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
River looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dvalishvili with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
River drops an elbow to the side of Dvalishvili's head.
River throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Dvalishvili to regain full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River stopping the sweep attempt from Dvalishvili.
River stands up over Dvalishvili, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dvalishvili controls River momentarily but River frees himself.
River postures up in Dvalishvili's guard and throws a big left but Dvalishvili blocks it.
Dvalishvili looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dvalishvili has River pulled in close to control his posture.
River throwing strikes from guard but Dvalishvili blocks nicely. #T4#
River trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dvalishvili pulls River in close to his closed guard and prevents River from doing any damage or advancing position.
River lands a couple of decent looking shots.
River makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
River throwing strikes but missing.
Dvalishvili has control of River's left arm, preventing River from doing any damage.
Dvalishvili preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dvalishvili looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
River keeps the fight on the outside.
Dvalishvili misses with a hook.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dvalishvili.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as River checks a leg kick.
River lands with a cross.
Dvalishvili throws a sloppy head kick and River moves out of range easily.
Dvalishvili bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dvalishvili scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dvalishvili moves into range and connects with a jab.
River connects with a right hand. Dvalishvili shakes it off.
Decent striking displayed by River there.
Dvalishvili misses with a body shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as River checks a leg kick.
Dvalishvili blocks a jab.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice body punch from Dvalishvili.
River shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dvalishvili sprawls well. Dvalishvili wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. River gets slowly back to his feet.
Dvalishvili throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
River lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Good exchange - Dvalishvili coming out on top.
A slow jab from Dvalishvili misses its intended target.
Dvalishvili delivers a nice body kick.
Dvalishvili throws a low kick, looking for River's leg but River calmly moves out of range.
River misses with a body punch
and Dvalishvili counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A swing and a miss from Dvalishvili.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Dvalishvili's shoulder, as Dvalishvili tries to avoid the shot.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River misses with the combination.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dvalishvili waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
Nice shot by Dvalishvili.
River drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
Dvalishvili misses with a looping 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!
River throws an overhand right that lands on Dvalishvili's shoulder, as Dvalishvili tries to avoid the shot.
Dvalishvili throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Some wild striking there from Dvalishvili. #T2#
River moves away from the strike by Dvalishvili.
Dvalishvili takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Koba Dvalishvili seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dvalishvili.
Dvalishvili ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
A lazy left from Dvalishvili finds it's target.
A big left from River misses.
Dvalishvili keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
River moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dvalishvili takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Dvalishvili swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River throws a series of punches but Dvalishvili moves out of range.
Koba Dvalishvili is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dvalishvili takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
River misses with a low kick as Dvalishvili jumps back.
Horrible takedown attempt by River or perhaps it was just good defense by Dvalishvili, which made it look bad.
River misses with a looping right.
Dvalishvili moves in looking to clinch but River pushes him off.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Dvalishvili.
River throws a hook but Dvalishvili blocks it.#T3#
Dvalishvili moves forwards but River connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dvalishvili avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Dvalishvili is just out of range.
River lands a nice looking body shot.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dvalishvili.
Dvalishvili feints a jab promting River to slip. Dvalishvili then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. River slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Dvalishvili keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
River throws out a loose jab but Dvalishvili uses good head movement to avoid it.
River shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dvalishvili.
Dvalishvili looks for the body kick but River saw that one coming.
Dvalishvili slips under a jab from River.
A cross from Dvalishvili lands.
Dvalishvili throws a wild body kick that River sees coming a mile off.
Dvalishvili misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by River.
Dvalishvili jabs at River's body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dvalishvili throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dvalishvili defends it nicely.#T4#
River throws a body punch but Dvalishvili moves out of range.
River keeps the fight on the outside.
Dvalishvili scores with a crisp jab that stopped River in his tracks.
Dvalishvili lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A jab lands there for River.
Dvalishvili shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
River connects with a looping right hand.
River avoids the body shot from Dvalishvili.
River has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from River there as he acknowledges the shot.
River connects with a looping right hand.
River needs to keep his hands up - Dvalishvili had a free shot at his head there.
Dvalishvili has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
Dvalishvili throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big left from River misses.
Dvalishvili lands a nice looking body shot.
Dvalishvili slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Dvalishvili misses the jab.
River lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Koba Dvalishvili showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Dvalishvili lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Dvalishvili tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
River misses with a double jab.
River throws a low kick but Dvalishvili avoids it.
Dvalishvili takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A swing and a miss from Dvalishvili.
Dvalishvili slips under a jab from River.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dvalishvili. That's going to slow River down.
Dvalishvili looks to land a right hand but River moved out of range.
River scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
River looks to throw the jab but Dvalishvili is out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dvalishvili. That's going to slow River down.
Dvalishvili throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
River appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dvalishvili is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dvalishvili tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but River paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dvalishvili throws a combination but it was largely blocked by River.
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!
River throws a hook to the side of Dvalishvili's head but Dvalishvili sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River swings for the body but Dvalishvili moves out of range.
River walks into a straight right hand from Dvalishvili.#T1#
Dvalishvili tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but River paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A lazy left from River finds it's target.
River fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dvalishvili.
Dvalishvili moves out of range of the strikes.
Dvalishvili leaves River with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dvalishvili wants to clinch up but River keeps it at a distance.
Dvalishvili on the wrong end of a nice hook.
River fails to land the takedown.
River with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dvalishvili to score with a decent uppercut.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dvalishvili tries a low kick but River avoids it.
River looks to land a right hand but Dvalishvili moved out of range.
Dvalishvili cracks River with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Dvalishvili cracks River with an open hand slap.
River misses with a hook.
Dvalishvili chopping away at his opponent's legs.
River swinging wildly here. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for River.
Dvalishvili moves out of range of the strikes.
River scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dvalishvili in his tracks.
Dvalishvili throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dvalishvili swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Dvalishvili loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
The fighters circling - Dvalishvili throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River connects with a leg kick.
River throws a big shot that misses.
Dvalishvili throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
It looked like River was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Dvalishvili punishes River's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Dvalishvili gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Dvalishvili misses with a punch to the body.
River tries to break the clinch but Dvalishvili is controlling the position.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD#
River gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.

Dvalishvili manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. River keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T3#
River is trying to pull guard but Dvalishvili turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dvalishvili swings wildly with an uppercut but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dvalishvili misses with a body punch.
Dvalishvili misses with a hook from the clinch.
River goes for a takedown attempt but Dvalishvili pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Dvalishvili throws a hook but River blocks it.
Dvalishvili misses with a head kick. #CL2#
Dvalishvili clinches up with River and pushes him back against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on River's face as he tries to break the clinch.
River lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dvalishvili struggles to land a body shot inside as River controls his hands.
Dvalishvili throws a head punch that misses.
River has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Dvalishvili avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC#
River breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dvalishvili slips a straight right by River.
River looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dvalishvili is fending him off so far but River persists. Nope, Dvalishvili circles away and we're back to standing.#T4#
Dvalishvili thumps River with a low kick.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Dvalishvili.
River misses with a takedown attempt - Dvalishvili sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dvalishvili looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dvalishvili paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL2#
Dvalishvili closes the distance and pushes River back into the cage.
A short body shot lands from Dvalishvili as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch on the inside from River fails to land.
River softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from River fails to land.
Dvalishvili misses with the head strike.
River prevents a body shot from Dvalishvili.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dvalishvili works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC#
River breaks from the clinch. #TD#
River gets a double leg takedown into Dvalishvili's guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
River postures up in Dvalishvili's guard and throws a big left but Dvalishvili blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Koba Dvalishvili.
I think Dvalishvili 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 Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Koba Dvalishvili!

Event: SFL 148 | Blyad vs Koivisto
Date: Mar 30, 2022

#R1#
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The fighters circle momentarily. Remnant darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A head kick misses from Remnant.
River throws a nice inside leg kick.
River moves out of range of the leg kick from Remnant.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've been hearing reports that River has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
River throws a big shot that misses.
Remnant throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Remnant slips under a jab.
Remnant lands a head shot.
A slapping body kick lands there for Remnant.
Remnant lands a jab to River's midsection.
Soviet Remnant seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River tried to score with a low kick but Remnant checks it.
Remnant scoring well with a low kick there.
Remnant clobbers River with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River lets loose with a powerful body kick. Remnant will feel that in the morning.
Remnant avoids the body shot from River.
River looks for a takedown but Remnant sprawls well.
River is looking to score with low kicks.#T1#
Remnant tries to clinch #TD#
and River counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
River stops Remnant from getting back to his feet.
River winds up and cracks Remnant with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Remnant is trying to stand up here but River is controlling him well.
Remnant is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#ES2#
Remnant has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but River is on him like a limpet, forcing Remnant back against the cage.#BC#
River breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
River wants to slow Remnant down by chopping away at his legs.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Remnant misses with a low kick.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Remnant enables River to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Remnant manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#ES2#
Remnant pushes River off and scrambles back to his feet.
Soviet Remnant is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Remnant motions for River to come forward. Remnant throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
River feinted there with a counter leg kick.
River tries to clinch up but Remnant circles away and keeps his distance.
Remnant throws a solid leg kick but River takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Remnant.
As Remnant backs away, River returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
River avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Remnant's shoulder, as Remnant tries to avoid the shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for River.
Remnant throws a chopping leg kick but River manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Remnant finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Remnant misses with a low kick as River jumps back.
River fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Remnant.
Remnant misses with a low kick. #TD#
River closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Remnant did well to prevent River getting side control.
River stops Remnant from getting back to his feet.
River sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Remnant defending well though. #T3##ES2#
Remnant has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but River is on him like a limpet, forcing Remnant back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for River.
River really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
A nice right hand lands inside from River.
Remnant swings wildly with an uppercut but River uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Remnant's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Remnant rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
River checks a leg kick.
Remnant throws a leg kick but River checks it.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Remnant connects with a leg kick.
Remnant looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
Remnant throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
River moves out of range as Remnant strikes.
Remnant throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Remnant throws a nice inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River shoots for a double leg takedown but Remnant sprawls well. He's pushed River's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Remnant unleashes a big counter combination but River bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Remnant connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T4#
River lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Remnant.
Remnant throws a lazy right hand but River sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from River misses its target.
River lands a nice looking body kick.
Remnant's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.
River ducks under a wild hook from Remnant.
River rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Remnant moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Remnant connects with a leg kick.
River misses with a hook.#TD#
River closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - River lands in his opponent's guard.

Remnant has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. River has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Remnant breaks the clinch.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. River darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Remnant throws a leg kick
and Remnant takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Soviet Remnant 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#
River tries to land a front kick but Remnant steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Remnant misses with a low kick as River jumps back.
No luck for River with that takedown attempt.
Remnant throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
Remnant lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
River connects with a solid leg kick.
River stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Remnant.
Remnant throws a nice inside leg kick.
Remnant throws out a leg kick but River moves out of range and Remnant only half commits.
Remnant throws a low kick but River avoids it.
Remnant lands a jab to River's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
River feints and as Remnant raises his hands in defense, River changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.

Remnant pushes River off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A lazy body kick from Remnant
and River counters with a leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Remnant.
River moves out of range of the leg kick from Remnant.#T1#
Remnant looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Remnant walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. River checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Remnant fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and River has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River jabs Remnant to the body, keeping him at a distance.
An inside leg kick lands from Remnant.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Remnant.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Remnant.
Remnant checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Remnant tries to work over River's front leg with a kick but River checks it.
River throws a good cross that connects.
River scores with a head kick.
A nice leg kick from River, right into the meat of the thigh.
River misses with a looping right.
Remnant flicks out a counter leg kick but River steps away.
River 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.
Remnant just misses with a punch to the body.
Remnant misses with a low kick.
River connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Soviet Remnant seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Remnant wants to land a leg kick but River is out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River misses with a double jab.
River misses with a takedown attempt - Remnant sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Remnant doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
River doesn't manage to clinch there - Remnant circles away.
River clobbers Remnant with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Remnant thuds his right hand into River's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
River is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Remnant scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. River doesn't seem bothered though.
River shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Remnant motions for River to come forward. Remnant throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Remnant fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and River has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Remnant walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. River checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
River looks to land a body kick but Remnant moved away.
Remnant misses the shot to the body.
River throwing a counter right hand but Remnant manages to avoid it.
River pivots, looking for a leg kick but Remnant is out of range and River settles back down.
Remnant misses with a leg kick #TD#
and River counters with a takedown into side control.
Remnant is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but River has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T3##ES2#
Remnant explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
River throws a chopping leg kick but Remnant manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Remnant is looking to slow River down with leg kicks.
Remnant connects with a crisp jab.
Remnant defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
River looks for a takedown but Remnant sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A chopping leg kick lands by Remnant.
Remnant throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and River counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Remnant wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and River manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#ES2#
Remnant manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. River keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Remnant misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4##BC2#
Remnant escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Remnant connects with a leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Remnant.
Remnant lets loose with a powerful body kick. River will feel that in the morning.
River sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Remnant thows a leg kick but River checks it #TD#
and River counters with a single leg into guard. Remnant didn't expect that.
Remnant wants to stand up but River is controlling him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Remnant wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and River manages to pass to side control. #SUB#
River is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Remnant doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time River.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River stops Remnant from getting back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Soviet Remnant showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! River's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Remnant checks the leg kick nicely there.
Remnant let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kollaa River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Remnant throws a series of punches but River moves out of range.
Remnant throws a leg kick but River moved away.
As Remnant backs away, River returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
River is looking to clinch.
Remnant throws out a leg kick but River moves out of range and Remnant only half commits.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow Remnant down.
Remnant throws a leg kick which misses River's front leg but catches the back leg as River tries to avoid it.
A jab from Remnant misses.
Remnant pivots, looking for a leg kick but River is out of range and Remnant settles back down.
River throws a leg kick that is checked
and Remnant counters with a nice uppercut.
Remnant lands a right hook to the body.
Remnant connects with a single shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Remnant throws a shot to the body.
Remnant works the jab nicely.
River throws a leg kick but Remnant moved away.
Remnant throws a leg kick that misses.
Remnant dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Remnant takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #T1#
River connects with a single shot there.#CUT#It looks like Soviet Remnant has been cut.
River throws a hook to the side of Remnant's head but Remnant sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Remnant looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Crunch! River slams his shin into Remnant's torso.
River tried to score with a low kick but Remnant checks it.
Remnant flicks out a counter leg kick but River steps away.
River misses with a body shot.
River tries to clinch up.
River shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Remnant defends it nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Remnant misses the target.
Remnant throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
River misses with a body kick.
Remnant slips a jab from River.
Remnant lands a straight punch to the body, keeping River at a distance.
Remnant fakes a jab and throws a low kick but River checks it well.
River drops down looking for a counter takedown but Remnant sprawls and moves away.#T2#
River scores with a sloppy right hand. Remnant should have avoided that one.
Remnant lands a nice leg kick that just misses River's sensitive parts.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
That kick from River tenderised Remnant's leg. Remnant is trying to keep his angry face on.
Remnant scores with a leg kick.
Remnant pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A combination from River does no damage.
Remnant scores with a leg kick.
River gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Remnant lands a jab.
Remnant catches River with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Remnant slips under a jab.
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Remnant.
River throws a body kick that misses.
Remnant doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
River steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Remnant. That one must have hurt.
Remnant cracks River with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T3#
Remnant dodges the punch combination from River.
Remnant drops his hands momentarily and River takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Remnant does a little dance to reset his feet.
Remnant catches River with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A lazy left from River finds it's target.
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Remnant.
River doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Remnant counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Remnant throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent River stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
River slips a jab from Remnant.
River shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Remnant slips under a jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Remnant. That snapped River's head back.
Remnant has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
River takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Remnant.
Remnant lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Remnant moves out of range as River strikes.
River throws a hook but Remnant blocks it.
River takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
River shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Remnant defends it nicely.
River gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Remnant.
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
River misses with an uppercut
and Remnant connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Remnant dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River throws a leg kick
and Remnant counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps River thinking.
Remnant lands a right hook to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SFL 143 | Myers vs Blyad
Date: Mar 13, 2022

#R1#
River connects with a good right hand that stumbles Petrov. Petrov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Petrov scores with a leg kick.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Petrov ducks under a wild hook from River.
River tests Petrov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Petrov momentarily.
Petrov just misses with a punch to the body.
River fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
River takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Petrov feints and then cracks River's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow River down.
River scores with a jab. Petrov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've been informed that River 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Petrov throws a leg kick but River checks it.
Nice takedown defense from Petrov. No joy for River on that attempt.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Petrov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
River is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
River lands with a cross.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Petrov.
River with the inside leg kick. #T1#
Petrov avoids the body shot from River.
A little feinted left hand from Petrov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A jab from Petrov does it's job there.
Petrov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
River misses with a hook.
A little feinted left hand from Petrov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Petrov.
Petrov throws a body kick that misses.
Petrov throws a good cross that connects.
Petrov avoids the body shot from River.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Petrov.
Jab, jab by Petrov - just one landing.
Petrov lands a nice hook to River's body. River takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
River throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Petrov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Petrov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slapping body kick lands there for River.
Grigoriy Petrov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Petrov swings for the body but River moves out of range.
Petrov is looking to wear down River with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T2#
River cracks Petrov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
River takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
River fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Petrov fires out a quick counter leg kick but River just manages to avoid it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts River, as that shot connected.
Petrov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
River throws a big shot that misses.
River misses the body punch
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
River finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
It looked like Petrov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A combination from River does no damage.
Petrov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
River lands with a nice body punch.
Horrible takedown attempt by River or perhaps it was just good defense by Petrov, which made it look bad.
Grigoriy Petrov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
Petrov dips to his left and cracks River with an uppercut!
Petrov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
River is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Petrov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before River can pounce on him.
Petrov lands a jab to the head. #T3#
Petrov feints and then cracks River's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow River down.
Petrov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
River moves out of range as Petrov strikes.
Petrov throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Petrov moves out of range as River strikes.
Petrov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Petrov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Petrov misses with a body kick.
Petrov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
River swings for the body but Petrov moves out of range.
Petrov misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
River is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Petrov throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Petrov throws a big shot that misses.
Petrov feints a jab promting River to slip. Petrov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. River slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
River fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Petrov on the side of the head.
River throws a looping overhand right but Petrov ducks down to avoid it.
A chopping leg kick lands by River. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River tries to land a front kick but Petrov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
River takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
River moves away from the strike by Petrov.
Nice cross by River.
Petrov throws a right and a left that River avoids nicely.
Nice straight punches there by River. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of River.
River misses the jab.
Petrov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Petrov throws a nice outside leg kick.
River has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A leg kick checked by Petrov.
River scores with a kick to the midsection.
River misses with a straight right. #TD2#
River looking to score a takedown here. Petrov is defending well but River drives through and ends up in Petrov's guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Petrov is pulling down on River's head to control his posture.
River postures up in Petrov's guard and throws a big left but Petrov blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kollaa River 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#
Petrov looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
Petrov falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and River counters with a takedown into side control.
River has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
River throws an elbow but Petrov slips to the side and avoids it well.
River controls the position.
River fails to land a wild elbow strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Petrov defending against the ground and pound.
River moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
River fails to land a wild elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
River swings around for an armbar but Petrov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into River's guard.
River looking to control. #T1#
River wants to improve his position but instead Petrov has moved into half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
River manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
River is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Petrov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
River is looking for a triangle here but Petrov uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River is looking for a sweep.
River seems a little lost for a moment, as Petrov dominates the positioning.
River tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Petrov presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #T2#
Petrov controlling the pace for now.
Petrov prevents River from getting the reversal.
River wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
I really don't envy River right now. #T3#
Petrov has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of River's body.
River is trying to break free.
Petrov slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
You can see the frustration on River's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
River prevents Petrov from getting a body triangle.
River tries to escape but Petrov has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T4#
River trying to control but not successfully.
River is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Good control from Petrov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River manages to reverse the position and now he's in Petrov's guard. Nice work there by River.
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 Grigoriy Petrov will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Petrov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Petrov dodges the punch combination from River.
River takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Petrov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Petrov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Petrov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Petrov throws a body shot but no joy.
River stuns Petrov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Grigoriy Petrov is winning the standup battle so far.
Petrov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Petrov's shoulder, as Petrov tries to avoid the shot.
River blocks a jab.
Petrov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
River tries to work over Petrov's front leg with a kick but Petrov checks it.
Petrov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Petrov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Petrov needs to keep his hands up - River had a free shot at his head there.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
Petrov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps River's head backwards.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Petrov throws a hook but River blocks it.
River misses with a left hand
and Petrov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Petrov missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Petrov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Petrov looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
Nice body kick from River.
River slips a straight right by Petrov.
River checks a low kick from Petrov.
Petrov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petrov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Petrov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River looks to land a right hand but Petrov moved out of range.
Petrov checks a low kick from River.
Petrov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
River misses with a looping left.
Petrov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
A nice side step and River releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
River throws a half hearted mid kick.
River misses with a left hand
and Petrov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
River with a lazy takedown attempt
and Petrov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
River connects with a right hand. Petrov shakes it off.
Petrov blocks a low kick nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Petrov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Petrov catches River with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Petrov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
Petrov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Petrov scores with a body shot.
River lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Petrov backs up against the cage.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Petrov 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.
River throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
River tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Petrov defends well and River ends up having to push Petrov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A slow jab from Petrov misses its intended target.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Petrov throws a body shot but no joy.
Petrov lands with a right hand.
Petrov stuns River with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Petrov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Petrov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Petrov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
River buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Petrov moves out of range of the strikes.
Petrov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Petrov checks the leg kick.
Petrov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from River.#T4#
Petrov is looking to land body kicks.
A nice leg kick lands there from Petrov.
River moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Petrov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Petrov looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
Petrov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from River.
River takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
Petrov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Petrov was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
Nice uppercut lands for River. That snapped Petrov's head back.
Petrov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
River throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Petrov throws a leg kick but River checks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Grigoriy Petrov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Petrov 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SFL 140 | Slam vs Puno
Date: Feb 23, 2022

#R1#
Kilgore swings away with a leg kick that misses.
The fighters circling - Kilgore throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River checks a leg kick.
River ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kilgore fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've been informed that River 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.
Kilgore on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by River. River obviously looking to wear him down.
Kilgore with the inside leg kick.
Kilgore swings for the body but River moves out of range.
Kilgore looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
Kilgore tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kilgore swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd cheers as Kilgore lands an impressive looking overhand right. River doesn't seem phased though.
Kilgore connects with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Kilgore gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows River to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River is fighting to break Kilgore's control of his arms but Kilgore is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Kilgore looking to hit a scissor sweep but River is one step ahead there. #T1#
Kilgore controls River momentarily but River frees himself.
Kilgore has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kilgore preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
River throws a big right hand that misses. #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.
Kilgore keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kilgore fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
Kilgore thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kilgore jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #TD2#
River throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kilgore was covering up waiting for the punch and River finishes the takedown easily into guard.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Kilgore is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kilgore looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
River is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
River is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Kilgore has River pulled in close to control his posture.
River lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
River is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
River has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kilgore has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but River has passed into side control.
River lands a decent elbow from side control. #T4#
Kilgore is looking for a sweep.
River lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Kilgore is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kilgore wants to improve his position but River is controlling well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. River lands a nice short elbow.
River missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kilgore tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.
Kilgore works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Kilgore misses with a leg kick
and River counters with a straight right hand.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kilgore.
River tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Kilgore is just out of range.
River connects with a nice looking jab.
Kilgore tries to clinch up but River circles away and keeps his distance.
Kilgore is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kilgore displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as River throws out the jab.
River moves out of range as Kilgore strikes.
River takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kilgore cracks River with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL2#
River clinches up against the cage.
Kilgore tries to throw a body punch but River avoids it by throwing Kilgore back against the cage.
River swings wildly with an uppercut but Kilgore uses good head movement to avoid it.
River jumps guard but Kilgore turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
River doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
River lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kilgore working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River is trying to pull guard but Kilgore has him pressed against the cage.
Kilgore presses River against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
River working aggressively here.
Kilgore scores with a hook to the body.#T1#
Kilgore works on River's body with a couple of short punches.
A shot in the inside from River.
Kilgore softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kilgore lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
River is breathing heavily.
River lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
River blocks a body shot from Kilgore.
River misses with a punch on the inside.
Kilgore scores with a nice hook to the head.
River misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Kilgore on the inside.
Kilgore misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kilgore throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rivers head.
River has a couple of punches blocked by Kilgore.
Kilgore prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tacitus Kilgore has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
River throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Kilgore manages to break the clinch.
Kilgore swings widly with a right hand
and River counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River lands a really nice looking cross but Kilgore seems unphased.
Kilgore uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Kilgore waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
River takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T2#
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kilgore.
River getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tacitus Kilgore is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kilgore throws a shot to the body.
Kilgore scores with a jab to the body.
River takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
River takes one on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kilgore. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kilgore. That's going to slow River down.
Kilgore lands with an uppercut that bounces River off the cage and back into range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kilgore.
Nice uppercut there from Kilgore.
Kilgore ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
River tries to clinch but Kilgore is having none of it.
Kilgore wants to slow River down by chopping away at his legs.
Kilgore throws a low kick but it's checked well by River.
Kilgore scores with a crisp jab that stopped River in his tracks.
The fighters circling - Kilgore throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kilgore ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
Tacitus Kilgore seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River walks into a jab.#T3#
River fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kilgore looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
River sizes up Kilgore with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
River tries to close the distance and clinch but Kilgore swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
River takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kilgore slips under a jab from River.#TD2#
Kilgore gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows River to score an easy takedown into full guard.
River scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kilgore looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kilgore wants to improve his position but instead River has moved into half guard.
River thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kilgore's head. #T4#
Kilgore regains full guard. Nicely done.
River is working Kilgore over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kilgore keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
River engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
River lands a couple of digs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Kilgore is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tacitus Kilgore 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. This is the final round!#R3#
River scores with a leg kick.
Kilgore scores with a hook.
Tacitus Kilgore is winning the standup battle so far.
Kilgore fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nice cross by Kilgore.
River dives in for a single leg takedown but Kilgore sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kilgore connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kilgore has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from River.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Kilgore closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tacitus Kilgore has scored more points in the clinch so far.
River works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kilgore blocking some punches.
Kilgore lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of River backwards.
River is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kilgore gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
River misses with a punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Kilgore breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kilgore.
Kilgore tries to land a front kick but River steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
River throws a fast counter high kick but Kilgore manages to duck under it in time.
Kilgore lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
River fails with a takedown attempt.
Kilgore is looking to counter punch.
Tacitus Kilgore has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.#T1#
River misses with a wild body shot.
A good leg kick by Kilgore.
River with the inside leg kick.
A slow jab from Kilgore misses its intended target.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
River takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
River has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kilgore slips a jab from River.
Kilgore scores with a spinning back kick!
Kilgore lands with a cross.
Kilgore paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
River steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kilgore. That one must have hurt.
Kilgore fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
A jab from Kilgore misses.
River takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kilgore throws a leg kick that is checked
and River counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kilgore with a nice cross.
Good shot there by Kilgore.
Kilgore misses with a looping right.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Kilgore lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
River swats away the attempt to clinch by Kilgore.
River is looking for the big counter here.
Kilgore connects with a solid leg kick.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kilgore misses with a low kick.
Kilgore throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kilgore throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
River tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
River misses with an uppercut. Kilgore saw that one coming.#TD2#
River looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kilgore!
Kilgore manages to work his way to half guard, despite River's best efforts.
River content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kilgore trying to control but River postures up. #T3#
River working over Kilgore with some ground and pound. Kilgore looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kilgore is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kilgore is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute River jumps into side control!
Kilgore tries to improve position but can't.
River sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Kilgore is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
You can see the frustration on Kilgore's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
River throwing strikes but missing, from side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tacitus Kilgore showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kilgore 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 Skip Squint scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SFL 134 | River vs Balushi
Date: Jan 30, 2022

#R1#
River 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 Al Balushi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Al Balushi checks a leg kick.
We've been hearing reports that River has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
River blocks a jab.
It looked like River was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Al Balushi.
River really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
River swings widly with a right hand
and Al Balushi counters with a straight right hand.
Al Balushi has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as River is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Al Balushi throws a head kick that misses.
A clash of legs there as Al Balushi blocks the low kick.
Al Balushi tries to counter with a clinch but River shakes him off and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from River misses.
River scores with a punch to the head.
A low kick lands for Al Balushi. #T1##KD#
River drops Al Balushi with a beautiful combination! Al Balushi stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - River is looking for the KO!#ROC#Al Balushi is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Zaid Al Balushi has been cut.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
Al Balushi is still on wobbly legs! Can River finish him?
A jab from River misses.
Al Balushi seems to have recovered his senses.
River misses with a takedown
and Al Balushi counters with an inside leg kick.
River throws a leg kick that is checked
and Al Balushi counters with a stiff right hand.
Al Balushi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Al Balushi 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. #T2#
Al Balushi lands with a kick to the ribs.
Al Balushi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Al Balushi slips under a jab.
Al Balushi looks to land a body kick but River moved away.
A head kick misses from River. #CL2#
Al Balushi moves into the clinch.
Al Balushi lands an uppercut.
Al Balushi is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. River is defending well for now.
Al Balushi lands an elbow that stopped River in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T3#
Al Balushi lands a damaging elbow.
Al Balushi lands a right hand that snaps the head of River backwards.
River lands a nice uppercut.
River lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Al Balushi tries to throw a body punch but River avoids it by throwing Al Balushi back against the cage.
Al Balushi blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Al Balushi manages to break the clinch.
Al Balushi throws a leg kick but River moved away.
River misses with a body shot
and Al Balushi counters with a nice low kick that buckles River's knee momentarily.
River takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Al Balushi throws a leg kick but River moved away.
Al Balushi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
It looked like River was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Al Balushi.
River has his takedown stuffed
and Al Balushi counters with a leg kick. #T4#
River throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Al Balushi's waist but Al Balushi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing River off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
River throws the kick towards the body but Al Balushi avoids it.
Al Balushi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Al Balushi throws a chopping leg kick but River manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Al Balushi lands with a nice body punch.
Al Balushi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.
River throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zaid Al Balushi dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Nice uppercut lands for River. That snapped Al Balushi's head back.
River tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Al Balushi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of River's head.
River throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
River throws a lazy right hand but Al Balushi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Al Balushi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River loads up on a big right hand but Al Balushi slips the punch.
Al Balushi throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Al Balushi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
River tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Al Balushi is able to avoid easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Al Balushi.
River is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Al Balushi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of River's head.
River fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Al Balushi misses with a low kick.
River looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.#T2#
Nice shot lands for River.
A slapping leg kick lands for Al Balushi.
River swings for the body but Al Balushi moves out of range.
Al Balushi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Al Balushi throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Al Balushi throws an off balance right hand
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zaid Al Balushi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River throws a hook to the side of Al Balushi's head but Al Balushi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Al Balushi tries to score with a low kick but River moves his leg out of the way.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T3#
Al Balushi takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Al Balushi closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Al Balushi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
River ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Al Balushi.
Al Balushi avoids a punch combination nicely.
River misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Al Balushi makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T4#
Al Balushi misses with a low kick.
River on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Al Balushi. Al Balushi obviously looking to wear him down.
Al Balushi slips a straight right by River.
Al Balushi lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Al Balushi.
River misses with a takedown attempt
and Al Balushi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River avoids the head kick by Al Balushi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Zaid Al Balushi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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.#R3#
River moves out of range as Al Balushi throws a body kick.
River defending well as Al Balushi loads up on a big left hand.
River was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Al Balushi 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.
Al Balushi stuns River with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
River scoring well with a low kick there.
River throws the left hand but Al Balushi avoids the punch easily.
Al Balushi tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Balushi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
River looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T1#
A big left from River misses.
Al Balushi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Al Balushi connects with a leg kick.
Al Balushi defends well against a solid takedown attempt from River.
Al Balushi throws an off balance right hand
and River counters with a solid body kick.
Al Balushi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
River throws the left hand but Al Balushi avoids the punch easily.
A good leg kick by River. #T2#
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Al Balushi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Al Balushi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A jab from Al Balushi does it's job there.
Al Balushi misses with a body shot.
River throwing a counter right hand but Al Balushi manages to avoid it.
River rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Al Balushi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Al Balushi lands a nice leg kick that just misses River's sensitive parts.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River is looking to score with low kicks.#T3#
Al Balushi lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
River shoots and misses
and Al Balushi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Al Balushi thuds his shin into the meat of River's side.
Al Balushi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Al Balushi lets loose with a powerful body kick. River will feel that in the morning.
Al Balushi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Al Balushi cracks River with an open hand slap.#T4#
Al Balushi lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
River blocks a jab.
A head kick misses from Al Balushi.
River throws a lazy body kick
and Al Balushi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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!
River swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Al Balushi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Al Balushi connects with an inside leg kick.
River throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
River backing away here, and Al Balushi unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zaid Al Balushi really dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
A slapping leg kick lands for Al Balushi. #TD#
River shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Al Balushi manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Al Balushi pulls River in close to prevent any damage.
Al Balushi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
River preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
River looking to sit in guard and control but Al Balushi gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Al Balushi got a little sloppy there for a moment and River has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Al Balushi has managed to get both his arms back between River's legs - danger averted.#T1##SUB#
River isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Al Balushi stacks River on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Al Balushi!
River is looking to regain half guard here but Al Balushi keeps moving and retains side control.
River holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
River is looking for a sweep.
Al Balushi is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down River's shoulder. That is not cool.
River manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T2#
Al Balushi wants to get back to full guard.
Al Balushi won't allow River to pass to mount.
Al Balushi trying to control but River postures up.
Al Balushi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River wants to control but Al Balushi is keeping him busy.
Al Balushi blocking the ground and pound attempt from River.
Al Balushi is doing well to control the position and prevent River from advancing to side control.
River trying to mount his opponent but Al Balushi defends it. #T3#
River controlling the action here.
River thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
River wants to pass the guard but Al Balushi is defending well.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
River thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Al Balushi's head.
River is trying to control the action in half guard but Al Balushi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Al Balushi misses with a body kick. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Al Balushi throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
so River counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
River loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
River preventing the sweep.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
River trying to control but Al Balushi is working from the bottom.
River working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
River 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Balushi trying to keep a closed guard but River is proving a slippery customer.
River postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River had his way with Zaid Al Balushi in that round.
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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
A low kick from River is predictable there
and Al Balushi counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kollaa River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
River fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Al Balushi ducks under a wild hook from River.
Al Balushi unleashes a big counter combination but River bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Al Balushi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Balushi misses with a kick to the body.
Al Balushi throws a nice outside leg kick.
Al Balushi throws a wild body kick that River sees coming a mile off.#T1#
Al Balushi scores with a decent looking hook.
River moves out of range of the leg kick from Al Balushi.
Al Balushi checks a low kick from River.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from Al Balushi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
River thows a leg kick but Al Balushi checks it
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Al Balushi.
Al Balushi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
River shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Al Balushi defends it nicely.
Al Balushi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
Al Balushi connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
River sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
River motions for Al Balushi to come forward. River throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Al Balushi.
Good leg kick by River.
Al Balushi is looking to clinch.
Al Balushi tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and River counters with a nice uppercut.
River throws the left hand but Al Balushi avoids the punch easily.
Al Balushi throws out a counter right but River avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Al Balushi misses with a body kick.
Al Balushi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Al Balushi connects with a leg kick.
River throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Zaid Al Balushi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
River thows a leg kick but Al Balushi checks it
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Zaid Al Balushi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A slapping leg kick lands for Al Balushi.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 46:49
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 46:49
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zaid Al Balushi!
Zaid Al Balushi is the new lightweight champion!
A very excited looking Zaid Al Balushi 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: SFL 129 | River vs Blyad
Date: Jan 05, 2022

#R1#
Blyad is on the wrong end of a nice combination from River.#TD#
River closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Blyad's guard.#SUB2#
Blyad is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Blyad is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Blyad escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. River gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Blyad looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
River throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River is working Blyad over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Blyad trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Blyad looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Blyad is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1##SUB2#
Blyad looking for submissions from the bottom but instead River passes into half guard.
River wants to take a breather but Blyad is having none of it.
River passes the guard and advances to mount!
Blyad tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Blyad wants to control but River is having none of it.#SUB#
River with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Blyad takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blyad wants to control but River is having none of it.#T2#
River is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Blyad can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Blyad tries to lock up and control but River gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
River landing shots from mount.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
River landing strikes, looking to finish!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blyad tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Blyad is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
River is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Blyad can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
River in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Blyad wants to control but River is having none of it.
Blyad might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control River haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
River lands a big elbow.
Blyad is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Blyad wants to hold on but River pushes him away.
River working the ground and pound effectively. #T3#
Blyad is wriggling around trying to escape.
River avoids the attempt from Blyad to control.
Blyad tries to get back to half guard but can't.
River scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Blyad?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blyad is looking to improve his position but River isn't that keen on the idea.
River with shots to the head and body - Blyad looks very uncomfortable down there.
Blyad tries to hold on but River postures up.
River wants to control the pace but Blyad is squirming around nicely.
River is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Blyad can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Blyad is desperately trying to improve his position but River has a good base and remains in mount.#T4#
Blyad tries to hold on but River pushes him away.
River has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Blyad's face.
River takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Blyad wants to hold on but River pushes him away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blyad working to try and regain half guard.
River scoring with strikes but Blyad is staying in there.
Blyad is trying to escape the mount.
River working away from the top, dropping strikes.
River lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #ROC#Blyad is rocked!
River lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Blyad is still in real trouble! Can River finish him?
Blyad taking shots to the head. #SUB#
River jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Blyad manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Blyad takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Blyad is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
River working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
River lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Blyad seems to have recovered his senses.
Blyad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Blyad shapes to counter with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blyad misses with a wild body shot.
River throws a nice looking combination but Blyad bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
River misses with the combination. #T1#
River misses with a looping right.
River scores with a leg kick.
River rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Blyad counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River throws a poor cross that misses
letting Blyad counter with a right hand.
Blyad connects with a nice looking jab.
River moves away from the strike by Blyad. #T2#
River misses with a wild combination.
Blyad looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Blyad pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Blyad cracks River with a good jab.
Blyad jabbing away but nothing is landing.
River throws a leg kick that misses.
River really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
River takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
River closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
River has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T3#
Blyad on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Kollaa River overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Blyad manages to get back to half guard.
Blyad wants to control but River is keeping busy.
Blyad tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.
Blyad trying to control but River postures up. #SUB2#
Blyad is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but River pulls his head out easily.
Blyad is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
River controlling the action here.
River moves nicely into side control.
Blyad is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Blyad is trying to control River's posture but River avoids it.
Blyad is working to avoid the ground and pound but River connects with a decent elbow.
River is looking to take a break and control but Blyad is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Blyad tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
River avoids the attempt from Blyad to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River breaks from Blyad's wrist control and lands an elbow.
River raining down shots from the mount!
Blyad tries to lock up and control but River gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Blyad misses with a right hand
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
Blyad misses with a straight right.
River drops down looking for a counter takedown but Blyad sprawls and moves away.
Blyad misses with a right hand
and River cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Blyad throws an ugly left hook that misses
and River counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Blyad lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River slips under a jab.
Blyad connects with a jab.
Blyad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Blyad.
A little jabbing left from Blyad on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Blyad looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
River lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Blyad tries a head kick but it misses.
River tries to counter with a takedown but Blyad is quick to defend against it.
River is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Blyad can do to turn this around?
River avoids the body shot from Blyad.
Blyad throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
River misses with a kick to the body.
River misses with a straight right. #T2#
River moves away from the strike by Blyad.
Blyad throws a right hand that misses
and River counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
River misses with a wild combination.
Blyad jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Blyad displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from River.
It seemed like Blyad was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
River is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T3#
Blyad throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck River on the side of the head.
River lands a jab to the nose.
Ay Blyad is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River throws a leg kick but Blyad sees it coming and moves out of range.
Blyad looks like he wants to counter punch here.
River fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Blyad.
A big right from Blyad misses.
River looks to land a body kick but Blyad moved away.
A little jabbing left from Blyad on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
River shoots in and drives through. Blyad sprawls well.
A head kick misses from Blyad.
Blyad misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
River drops down looking for a counter takedown but Blyad sprawls and moves away.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River misses with a lunging right hand
and Blyad counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River on the wrong end of a nice jab.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from River misses the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ay Blyad really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
River throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Blyad jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Blyad scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
River lands with a good body shot.
Blyad bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Blyad! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blyad throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
River changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
River lands a body shot.
Blyad misses with a hook
and Blyad takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
River moves forwards but Blyad connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
River throws a nice looking combination but Blyad bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Blyad! But no joy.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Blyad was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
Blyad misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
River appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Blyad misses with a hook.
Blyad 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.
Blyad tries a head kick but it misses.
River's jab looks to have found its range, popping Blyad under the eye.#T2#
River throws a nice inside leg kick.
River looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
River throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Blyad lands a head shot.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Blyad's shoulder, as Blyad tries to avoid the shot.
A swing and a miss from Blyad.
Ay Blyad seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River connects with a looping right hand.
Blyad misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Blyad pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Blyad looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
River slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for River.
River misses with a leg kick.
River digs a good body shot into Blyad's ribs.
River is looking to land body kicks.
Blyad swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
River lands with a kick to the temple. Blyad shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
River walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Blyad fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nice body kick from River.#TD#
River gets a double leg takedown into Blyad's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River trying to control but Blyad is working from the bottom.
Blyad trying to keep a closed guard but River is proving a slippery customer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River had his way with Ay Blyad in that round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Blyad tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Blyad misses with a hook.
River takes one to the side of the head.
River wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Blyad needs to keep his hands up - River had a free shot at his head there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blyad tries a head kick but it misses.
Blyad throws a poor cross that misses
and River counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
River throws a nice inside leg kick.
River doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Blyad connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
River catches Blyad with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
River goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Blyad checks a leg kick.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Blyad.#T2#
River takes one on the button.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Blyad enables River to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Blyad manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Blyad looking to control. #SUB2#
Blyad looking for submissions from the bottom but instead River passes into side control.
Blyad tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but River wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
River tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
River working away.#T3#
Blyad is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
River taking a breather here.
Blyad can't do much from the bottom here.
River cracks Blyad with a big right hand but Blyad just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Blyad can't do much from the bottom here.
Blyad tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Blyad's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Blyad trying his best to control but River has mounted him.
Blyad gets back to half guard.
River working over Blyad with some ground and pound. Blyad looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Blyad wants to control but River is keeping busy.
River lands strikes from half guard.
Blyad is trying to get back to full guard.
Ay Blyad has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
River wants to control but Blyad is keeping him busy.
Blyad is trying to control but can't.
Blyad tries to get to full guard but River has control of the leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River controlling the action here.#SUB2#
River moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Blyad.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kollaa River showed his dominance in that final round.
Well River 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 49:45
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 49:46
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:45

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

Event: SFL 123 | Koivisto vs River
Date: Dec 12, 2021

#R1#
River slips under a jab.
River misses with a straight right.
Koivisto throws a half hearted mid kick.
River lands a nice leg kick that just misses Koivisto's sensitive parts.
Koivisto misses with a wild body shot.
Koivisto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
Koivisto connects with a leg kick.
Koivisto is looking to clinch.
Koivisto pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
River misses with a two punch combination.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from River. Koivisto shrugs it off though.
Koivisto throws out a powerful jab.
River pulls out of a head kick attempt.
River is looking to chop away at Koivisto's legs.
Koivisto throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Koivisto tries to clinch up.#TD#
River gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River keeping moving, preventing Koivisto from controlling successfully.
Koivisto throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as River works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
River is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Koivisto is aware though and is defending well.
River wants to control but Koivisto passes easily into half guard.
Koivisto sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. River defending well though.
River is refusing to be controlled, as Koivisto sits in half guard.
Koivisto keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Koivisto wants to pass the guard but River is defending well.
Koivisto seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
River wants to control but Koivisto is keeping busy. #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.
Well, if Koivisto is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
River is looking for a sweep. Koivisto is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Well, if Koivisto is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
River tries to roll over but Koivisto keeps him under control.
River makes his way to full guard. A much better position for River.
Koivisto wants to control from the top but River keeps moving. #T3#
Koivisto is fighting to break River's control of his arms but River is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
River is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
River missing with a left hand there. Koivisto was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A kick lands to the mid section there for River.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Koivisto throws out the jab.
Koivisto loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
And River tries to counter it with a takedown but Koivisto pushes his down on his head and steps out.
River throws the kick towards the body but Koivisto avoids it.
River misses with a hook.
River connects with a looping right hand.
River walks into a left hand.
River misses with a looping right.#TD#
Koivisto looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for River!
River sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
River moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
River had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Koivisto defends it easily.
River wants to sweep here but Koivisto controlling him for the moment.
River seems keen to control Koivisto's posture.
River looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Koivisto puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
River is trying to get back to full guard.
Ground and pound from Koivisto.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ultima Koivisto dominated that round.
That's time! Koivisto's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
River shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
River looks to land a right hand but Koivisto moved out of range.
River stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
River connects with a crisp jab.
Koivisto throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
Koivisto tries to clinch but River moves out of range.
Koivisto finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! River crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Koivisto - the referee stops the clock and River gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Koivisto. River manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Koivisto throws a body shot but no joy.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Koivisto.
Koivisto throws a jab when River was well out of range.
Koivisto looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
Koivisto fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. River looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Koivisto fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Koivisto was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
River takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
River misses with a kick to the body.
A big left from River misses.
River fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Koivisto on the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A decent looking cross lands there for Koivisto.
River shoots in but no luck this time. #T1#
Koivisto feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rivers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
River misses with a body shot.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Koivisto was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
A little feinted left hand from Koivisto on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
Koivisto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
River swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Koivisto is looking to counter punch.
River throws a right hand that misses
and Koivisto counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Koivisto attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
River throws a jab when Koivisto was well out of range.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Koivisto.
Koivisto throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ultima Koivisto is winning the standup battle so far.
Koivisto tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
River lands with a shot to the body.
Koivisto goes for a double leg but River avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as River continues to drive forward.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, River creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Koivisto working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Koivisto lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River misses with the head strike. #TD2#
River works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Koivisto 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.#T2#
Koivisto bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in River's guard. #REVR#
Koivisto lands a couple of digs.
Koivisto won't allow River to sweep him here.
Koivisto not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
River is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Koivisto defends well.
Koivisto controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Koivisto working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
River keeping full guard, as Koivisto tries to pass. #T3#
River keeping moving, preventing Koivisto from controlling successfully.
Koivisto lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Koivisto trying to control but River is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
River throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
River has momentary wrist control but Koivisto slips an elbow through the middle.
River looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
River is looking to sweep but instead, Koivisto has passed into half guard.
Koivisto is looking to take a break and control but River is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
River is trying to control but can't.
River makes his way to full guard. A much better position for River.
Koivisto working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of River's head.
Koivisto working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of River's head.
Koivisto trying to control but River is working from the bottom.
Koivisto sitting in guard, not really doing much.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ultima Koivisto dominated that second round.
That's time! Koivisto's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Koivisto throws a jab when River was well out of range.
Koivisto fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
Koivisto throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
River was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
River throws a low kick but Koivisto moves out of range easily.
Koivisto half committed to a counter leg kick.
Koivisto throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Koivisto. #TD#
Koivisto dives in and scores a takedown into River's guard.#SUB2#
River is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Koivisto frees his head nicely. Oh but River has switched to an armbar! Koivisto is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River is the new lightweight champion!
A relieved looking Kollaa River 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: SFL 116 | Kilgore vs Koivisto
Date: Nov 17, 2021

#R1#
River moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
River slips under a jab from Badass.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
River is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
River checks the leg kick.
Badass looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
River walks into a left hand.
River walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Badass scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
River misses with a hook. Badass ducked under it nicely.
Badass has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Badass's shoulder, as Badass tries to avoid the shot.
River moves out of range as Badass strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
Badass loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Badass throws a leg kick but River sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Badass wants to slow River down by chopping away at his legs.
Badass drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Badass throws a leg kick but River sees it coming and moves out of range.
That kick from Badass tenderised River's leg. River is trying to keep his angry face on.
Badass with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A nice inside leg kick there by Badass. That's going to slow River down.
River looks to land a right hand but Badass moved out of range.
Badass feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rivers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as River checks a leg kick.
River tries a head kick but it misses. #T1#
Nice straight punches there by River. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of River.
Badass throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
Badass loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Good leg kick by River.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Badass scores with a body shot.
River closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Badass showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from River.
Badass lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
River throws a low kick but it's checked well by Badass.
A head kick misses from Badass.
Badass moves out of range of the body kick.
Badass throws a front kick aimed at River's knee but River avoids it well.
Badass just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Badass throws a big shot that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Badass takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
River swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Badass.
Badass connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Badass misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Badass scores with a punch to the head.
River misses with an uppercut.
Badass swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Badass throws out a powerful jab.
Some bone on bone action there as River checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Badass.
Badass misses with a low kick.
Badass slips a jab from River.
Badass throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River staying out of range there.
Badass misses the jab.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Badass throws a solid leg kick but River takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Badass.
Valtteri Badass seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Badass throws a leg kick which misses River's front leg but catches the back leg as River tries to avoid it.
Badass throws a head kick that misses.
River shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
River is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Valtteri Badass is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Badass feints and then cracks River's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow River down.
Badass looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
River misses with a hook.
A slapping leg kick lands for Badass.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
River throws out a loose jab but Badass uses good head movement to avoid it.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Badass was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
River misses with a hook. Badass ducked under it nicely.
Badass misses with a leg kick.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Badass is just out of range.
Badass throwing a counter right hand but River manages to avoid it.
River throws out a powerful jab.
Badass misses with a looping right.
Badass tries to bum rush River with a series of wild strikes but River uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A low kick lands for Badass.
River staying out of range there.
Badass looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
River cracks Badass with a good jab.
Badass stuffs the takedown.
A nice inside leg kick there by Badass. That's going to slow River down.
Badass throws a right and a left that River avoids nicely.
River misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Badass.
River throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Some bone on bone action there as Badass checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T4#
Badass's corner calls for a 1-2. Badass obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Badass tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Badass.
Badass lands with an overhand left.
River slips under a jab.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Badass was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
Badass throws a quick head kick that skims the top of River's head.
Badass missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Badass swings widly with a right hand
and River counters with a straight right hand.
River misses with an uppercut. Badass saw that one coming.
A swing and a miss from Badass.
River throws a head kick that misses.
River checks a leg kick nicely.
River keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
River changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
River has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Badass finds it's way round the side to connect with River's head.
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Badass.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Badass loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Badass throws a leg kick
and River counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Badass with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling River to score with a decent uppercut.
River slips under a jab from Badass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valtteri Badass dominated that round.
That's time! Badass's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Badass closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Badass tries a low kick but River avoids it.
River jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Valtteri Badass is winning the standup battle so far.
Badass connects with the punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Badass. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
Badass tests River's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Badass.
River blocks a jab.
Badass swinging wildly here.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from River 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 Badass has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Badass and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Badass waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
Good exchange - River coming out on top.
A swing and a miss from Badass.
A big left from River misses.
Badass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
The fighters circling - Badass throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Badass lands a jab to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Badass blocks the body kick.
Badass throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Badass dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on River. That did some damage!
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Badass. That did some damage!
A nice leg kick from Badass, right into the meat of the thigh.
River scores with a punch to the head.
Badass connects with an inside leg kick.
Badass throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Badass ducks right into an uppercut from River.
Badass fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and River has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Badass missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Badass stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
River walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
River is looking to score with low kicks.
Badass throwing a counter right hand but River manages to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by River there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Badass misses.
A big right from Badass misses.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Badass.
River throws a shot from downtown. Badass moves away and avoids it.
Badass just misses with a punch to the body.
River shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Badass was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Badass scores with a nice strike.
A swing and a miss from River.
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Badass.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by River.
Badass is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
River controls the position.
Badass wants to get back to his feet but River drags him back down.
The ground and pound from River seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Badass pushes River away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, River gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Badass gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Badass's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
River with the ground and pound from mount.
Badass is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
River putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River trying to control but Badass is having none of it.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw River working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
River has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Badass's face. #ROC2#Badass is rocked!#T3#
Badass takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Oh Badass is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Badass is trying to get back to his feet but can't. #ES#
Badass somehow manages to escape the mount and get back to his feet!
River tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
River walks into a stiff left hand from Badass.
Badass slips under a jab from River.
River pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Badass seems to have got his legs back now.
Badass connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Badass fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt River.
Badass tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Badass.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The fighters circle momentarily. River darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Badass lands a jab to the nose.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Badass throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River throws out a counter right but Badass avoids it with no problem.
River ducks under a wild hook from Badass.
Badass with the inside leg kick.
River throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Badass.
Some bone on bone action there as River checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Badass misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
Badass throws a quick head kick that skims the top of River's head.
Badass checks the leg kick.
Badass misses with a looping left.#T4#
That kick from Badass tenderised River's leg. River is trying to keep his angry face on.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Badass was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
River ducks under a wild hook from Badass.
River fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Badass.
Badass keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Donk. River catches Badass right on the button with a cross.
Badass takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Badass lands with a kick to the temple. River shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
River avoids the head kick by Badass.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Badass.
Badass lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Badass cracks River with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
River darts in looking for a takedown but Badass gets double underhooks and turns River into the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
River moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
River throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
River pulls out of a head kick attempt.
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 Valtteri Badass will probably get the nod.
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#
Badass scoring well with a low kick there.
Kollaa River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Badass comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An inside leg kick lands from Badass.
Nice defenses there by Badass.
Badass loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
River looks to throw the jab but Badass is out of range.
Nice cross by Badass.
Badass attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Badass lands with a hook. River tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Badass checks a leg kick.
Badass half committed to a counter leg kick.
Badass lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
River shoots in and drives through. Badass sprawls well.
Badass scores with a nice head shot.
Nice shot lands for Badass.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Badass misses with a low kick as River jumps back.
As Badass backs off River throws a huge counter combo but Badass manages to avoid it all.
Badass lands a body shot.
Nice shot by Badass.
River finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Badass is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that River can do to turn this around?
Badass loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.#T1#
Badass scores with a jab to the jaw.
River with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Badass to score with a decent uppercut.
Badass with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Badass throws a lazy right hand but River sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River misses with a looping right.
Badass lands with a thumping leg kick.
Badass waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
Badass slips a jab and a cross from River.
Badass lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as River backs up against the cage.
River works the jab nicely.
River takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
River's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Badass connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! River scrambles back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head kick from Badass lands but River takes it in his stride.
Badass lands a nice shot that snaps River's head back.
River has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
River slips a jab from Badass.
Badass avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Badass moves out of range of the leg kick from River.
River lands a brutal head kick. Badass looks out on his feet and River throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Kollaa River!
Our winner, Kollaa River, 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: SFL 110 | Kilgore vs Eye
Date: Oct 24, 2021

#R1#
O'Neil takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
O'Neil checks a leg kick nicely.
Good exchange - O'Neil coming out on top.#CUT#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River misses the jab.
O'Neil keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.#CL#
O'Neil takes the fight into the clinch.
Still in the clinch, O'Neil scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
River breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
O'Neil misses with a wild body shot.
O'Neil moves in looking to clinch but River pushes him off.
River is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Horrible takedown attempt by River or perhaps it was just good defense by O'Neil, which made it look bad.
River throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
River lands a jab to the nose.
River has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
O'Neil tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2#
O'Neil gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River is looking to work some ground and pound but O'Neil has wrist control.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but O'Neil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River throws a strike but O'Neil rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
O'Neil tries to free his leg and advance position but River is retaining full guard.
O'Neil is stalling in the full guard.
O'Neil looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
River had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. O'Neil defends it easily.#SUB2#
River looking for submissions from the bottom but instead O'Neil passes into side control. #T2#
River gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but O'Neil pulls his head out easily.
O'Neil performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River has a hand on O'Neil's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. O'Neil takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
O'Neil controlling from the full mount. #T3#
O'Neil prevents River from getting the reversal.
O'Neil controlling the pace for now.
River bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
River trying to control but O'Neil is working from the bottom.
O'Neil has control of River's left arm, preventing River from doing any damage.
O'Neil keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #T4#
River throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
River is looking to pass into half guard but O'Neil pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now O'Neil is in guard.#REVR#
River looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
River not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
River is looking for a triangle here but O'Neil uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
River is trying to get back to half guard.
O'Neil slows the pace down.
River is trying to control O'Neil's posture but O'Neil avoids 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 Mickey O'Neil will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
River loads up on a big right hand but O'Neil slips the punch.
A quick step to the side and O'Neil tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
River scores with a one two! O'Neil had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
O'Neil tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
O'Neil tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from O'Neil.
River's corner calls for a 1-2. River obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
O'Neil dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
O'Neil tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
River tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Some wild striking there from O'Neil.
River connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
O'Neil throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
River is looking for the big counter here.
O'Neil's hands are dropping dangerously low here and River connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! O'Neil scrambles back to his feet.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow O'Neil down.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from O'Neil. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big right from O'Neil misses.
O'Neil misses with a wild combination. #T1#
O'Neil throws a leg kick but River moved away.
River feints the counter takedown.
O'Neil on the wrong end of a nice hook.
O'Neil misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
An inside leg kick lands from River.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck O'Neil on the side of the head.
River goes for a double leg but O'Neil avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as O'Neil continues to drive forward.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
O'Neil fails with an attempt to clinch.
O'Neil walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
O'Neil looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nice uppercut lands for River. That snapped O'Neil's head back.
River catches O'Neil with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River misses with a low kick.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by O'Neil. #T2#
Good leg kick by River.
River misses with a lunging right hand
letting O'Neil counter with a right hand.
River misses with a body shot.
O'Neil tries to clinch up but River circles away and keeps his distance.
O'Neil slips under a jab.
River throws a nice outside leg kick.
River checks a low kick from O'Neil.
River scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. O'Neil doesn't seem bothered though.
River scores with a nice head shot.
River throws a leg kick that is checked
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
River doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and O'Neil counters by clinching up.
O'Neil comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from O'Neil.
O'Neil lands an uppercut.
O'Neil will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning River up against the cage.
River wants a takedown but no success here.
Mickey O'Neil has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.#T3#
River blocks a body shot from O'Neil.
O'Neil looks to throw an elbow but misses.
O'Neil is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Our sources have told us that O'Neil has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
O'Neil dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
O'Neil lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
O'Neil stops a takedown attempt from River. #BC2#
River breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
An inside leg kick from O'Neil misses.
River slips a jab from O'Neil.
River checks the leg kick.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
River tries to work over O'Neil's front leg with a kick but O'Neil checks it.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from O'Neil.
O'Neil thuds a left hand into River's body.
O'Neil misses with a double jab.
River lands with a cross.
Mickey O'Neil is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
River misses with an uppercut
and O'Neil counters with a nice body kick.
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River thuds a left hand into O'Neil's body.
River shoots and misses
and O'Neil counters with a left and a right that stings River.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River scores with a crisp jab that stopped O'Neil in his tracks.
O'Neil throws a jab when River was well out of range.
As O'Neil backs off River throws a huge counter combo but O'Neil manages to avoid it all.
River scores with a jab to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow O'Neil down.
O'Neil swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
O'Neil lands a jab to the head. #TD2#
River feints and as O'Neil raises his hands in defense, River changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
River trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but O'Neil manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
River wants to control but O'Neil passes easily into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kollaa River will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
River chopping away at his opponent's legs.
River connects with a jab.
River misses with a body shot
letting O'Neil counter with a right hand.
O'Neil throws a leg kick that misses.
O'Neil throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
O'Neil tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
O'Neil takes a kick to the side of the head.
River scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A jab from O'Neil finds it's way through River's defenses.
River lands with a straight right. O'Neil didn't see that one coming.
River throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by O'Neil.
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!
River takes a kick to the side of the head.
River misses with an uppercut
letting O'Neil counter with a right hand.
River throws a lazy right hand but O'Neil sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River misses with a lunging right hand
and O'Neil counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps River thinking.
River throws out a leg kick but O'Neil moves out of range and River only half commits.
O'Neil is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from O'Neil.
O'Neil throws a nice outside leg kick.
O'Neil slips a jab from River.
An inside leg kick from River misses.
River fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from River 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 O'Neil has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from O'Neil and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
River throws a leg kick but O'Neil moved away.
It looked like O'Neil wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
River looks to land a right hand but O'Neil moved out of range.
O'Neil paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
O'Neil throws a big shot that misses.
River dips to his left and cracks O'Neil with an uppercut!
O'Neil throws a nice inside leg kick.
River throws a looping overhand right but O'Neil ducks down to avoid it.
O'Neil doesn't manage to clinch there - River circles away.
River scoring well with a low kick there.
River drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T2#
River throws a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River throws a nice outside leg kick.
O'Neil bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
O'Neil uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.
As River tries to get set, O'Neil tries to push him back and clinch up but River manages to avoid the attempt.
River cracks O'Neil with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
River misses with a hook
and O'Neil counters with a body kick.
River looks to land a left hand but O'Neil moved out of range nicely.
O'Neil throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
River throws a jab when O'Neil was well out of range.
O'Neil throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting O'Neil counter with a right hand. #CUT#That has opened up Kollaa River's cut even more.
O'Neil throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
O'Neil throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
River throws out a loose jab but O'Neil uses good head movement to avoid it.
River connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed O'Neil momentarily.
O'Neil steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.#T3#
River throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kollaa River seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River scores with a jab to the body.
River keeps the fight on the outside.
River blocks a jab.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. O'Neil sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as O'Neil throws out the jab.
River throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for O'Neil.
A chopping leg kick lands by River.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River scores with a jab to the jaw.
A big right from River misses. #KD#
Oooooh!!! O'Neil has knocked River down with a huge combo! O'Neil steps away and waves a wobbly River back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
O'Neil is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
River misses with an uppercut
letting O'Neil counter with a right hand.
River missing with a left hand there. O'Neil was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
The fight stays on the outside here - O'Neil looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
River connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A looping hook to the body misses from O'Neil. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
O'Neil tries to clinch but River is having none of it.
O'Neil scoring well with a low kick there.
River ducks under a wild hook from O'Neil.
River throws a sloppy head kick and O'Neil moves out of range easily.
River scores with a one two! O'Neil had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
River connects with a good right hand that stumbles O'Neil. O'Neil circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
O'Neil takes a kick to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A swing and a miss from River.
River throws a shot from downtown. O'Neil moves away and avoids it.
O'Neil doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
River throws a hook but O'Neil blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kollaa River.
I think River 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 Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kollaa River!
Our winner, Kollaa River, 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: SFL 103 | Kilgore vs Badass
Date: Sep 26, 2021

#R1#
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
O'Neil swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but O'Neil defends well and River ends up having to push O'Neil into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A short uppercut from River.
River takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
River lands a hook that snaps the head of O'Neil backwards.
O'Neil lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
River tries to pull guard but O'Neil holds him up against the cage and eventually River drops back down to his feet.
O'Neil lands an elbow just above River 's eye.
O'Neil lands with a light punch inside.
O'Neil scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from O'Neil.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
O'Neil lands a damaging elbow.
O'Neil throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
O'Neil lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
O'Neil lands an elbow just above River 's eye. #CUT2#Kollaa River's cut is getting worse.
River misses with a punch on the inside.
O'Neil told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
O'Neil lands a body punch.
A left hand lands to the body for River.
O'Neil is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
River lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T1#
O'Neil pushes River back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
O'Neil works on River's body with a couple of short punches.
River tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice left hand lands by O'Neil.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for O'Neil.
O'Neil doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
River lands a body punch in the clinch.
River wants to break free but O'Neil has control.
A short right hand to the side of the head by O'Neil.
River working some nice short punches in the clinch.
River looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD#
River has clasped his hands together around O'Neil's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
O'Neil defending against the ground and pound.
O'Neil tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but River wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The strikes coming from River are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
River throws an elbow but O'Neil slips to the side and avoids it well.#SUB#
River wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by O'Neil, who protects the arm well. #T2#
River lands some shots froms side control.
Sloppy strikes there by River.
River tries to score with some ground and pound. O'Neil controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
River trying to control the action but O'Neil is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River tries to score with some ground and pound. O'Neil controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
River trying to control the action but O'Neil is working from the bottom.
River cracks O'Neil with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T3#
River sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but O'Neil is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
River in side control, throwing shots but O'Neil defends.
River throws an elbow but O'Neil slips to the side and avoids it well.
River lands a few punches from side control.
River lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
O'Neil tries to bench press River off him but River keeps the position.
O'Neil can't do much from the bottom here.
River throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
River 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.
River working away.
River 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.
River working away.#T4#
O'Neil sneaks back into half guard.
River is controlling the pace.
We've been hearing that River has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
River thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed O'Neil's head.
O'Neil trying to control here.
River lands with a punch from half guard.
River throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
O'Neil taking some punishment here, with River in his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mickey O'Neil will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River'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#
O'Neil throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
O'Neil lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
O'Neil is looking to land body kicks.
River changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
O'Neil throws a combination but it was largely blocked by River.
River cracks O'Neil with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
River throws a solid leg kick but O'Neil takes the impact on his shin and smiles at River.
O'Neil moves out of range of the leg kick from River.
O'Neil throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
O'Neil lands a straight punch to the body, keeping River at a distance.
O'Neil tries to clinch but River moves out of range.
River throws a leg kick but O'Neil checks it.
O'Neil throws out a counter right but River avoids it with no problem.
A head kick misses from O'Neil.
River 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
O'Neil throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
River works O'Neil's body with a nice hook.
River lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
River lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
River throws a looping overhand right but O'Neil ducks down to avoid it. #TD#
River shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
O'Neil controls River momentarily but River frees himself.
O'Neil working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from River.
O'Neil is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
O'Neil is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kollaa River overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
O'Neil working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from River.
River throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as O'Neil works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
River in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
O'Neil wants to sweep but no luck.
River controlling from the top position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
River stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. O'Neil swivels though and keeps the full guard.
O'Neil preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by River.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
O'Neil is looking for a sweep.
River working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
River lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear O'Neil down.
River working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T3#
O'Neil taking a bit of punishment here - River scoring with strikes.
River works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
River throws a strike aimed at the side of O'Neil's head but O'Neil avoids it well.
River cracks O'Neil with a big right hand but O'Neil just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
River scores with punches from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
O'Neil manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
River throwing shots but O'Neil is blocking nicely. #SUB#
River is trying to work for a kimura but O'Neil is defending well.
River missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
O'Neil trying to control here. #T4#
River missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
O'Neil manages to get to full guard.
O'Neil has River pulled in close to control his posture.
River postures up in O'Neil's guard and throws a big left but O'Neil blocks it.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but O'Neil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River is looking to work some ground and pound but O'Neil has wrist control.
River slips nicely into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
River stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
O'Neil drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. O'Neil does a little dance to reset his feet.
River lands a glancing blow to the side of O'Neil's head.#TD#
River shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.

O'Neil scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Kollaa River is winning the standup battle so far.
O'Neil slips a jab and a cross from River.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River slips under a jab.
O'Neil pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River tried to score with a low kick but O'Neil checks it.
River goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
O'Neil rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
A jab from O'Neil misses.
River throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and O'Neil cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
O'Neil lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
River takes a shot right to the bread basket.
O'Neil needs to keep his hands up - River had a free shot at his head there.
River pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces O'Neil back to the cage. River follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
O'Neil tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. River manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
O'Neil tries a head kick but it misses.
O'Neil finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
River was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
O'Neil tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. River manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
O'Neil looks to land a right hand but River moved out of range.
O'Neil lands a nice hook to River's body. River takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
River stuns O'Neil with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
O'Neil uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.
O'Neil tries to clinch there but River circles away.
River takes a swing at O'Neil's ribcage but misses.
O'Neil jabs River right on the nose. River blinks but takes it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
O'Neil slips under a jab from River.#T2#
River jabs O'Neil to the body, keeping him at a distance.
River tests O'Neil's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River avoids the body shot from O'Neil.
River lands with an overhand left.
River misses with a straight right.
O'Neil cracks River with a good jab.
O'Neil moves out of range as River strikes.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from O'Neil.
O'Neil swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
O'Neil moves forwards but River connects with a nice, crisp jab.
River pulls out of a head kick attempt.
River defending well as O'Neil loads up on a big left hand.
River swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
River misses the jab.
O'Neil wants to counter with a clinch but River pushes him away.
O'Neil dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on River. That did some damage!
O'Neil misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
River attempts a counter takedown but O'Neil avoids it well and moves away.
A jab from River does it's job there.
O'Neil bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
River fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
River throws a shot from downtown. O'Neil moves away and avoids it.
River lands with a thumping leg kick. #CL2#
O'Neil drives through and clinches with River against the cage.
River is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but O'Neil is defending well.
River has a couple of punches blocked by O'Neil.
O'Neil misses with a shot to the kidneys.
O'Neil misses with an elbow over the top.
River pushes O'Neil back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
River doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
River throws a punch but it's blocked by O'Neil.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
O'Neil lands a hook that snaps the head of River backwards.
O'Neil lands a shoulder strike.
O'Neil creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through River's defenses.
O'Neil goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A body shot lands from O'Neil.
River misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by O'Neil.
O'Neil lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#Kollaa River's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River jumps guard but O'Neil turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
O'Neil lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
O'Neil misses with some punches.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
River lands with a right to the head.
O'Neil blocks an uppercut.
Mickey O'Neil seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
O'Neil lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
River blocks an elbow strike.#BC#
River breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River dives in for a single leg takedown but O'Neil sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
O'Neil tries a body shot but River blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River blocks an elbow strike.
O'Neil wants to stall.
O'Neil lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
O'Neil tries a body shot but River blocks 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 Kollaa River.
I think River 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 Damien Edna scores the fight 29:29
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: SFL 95 | Kilgore vs O'Neil II
Date: Aug 29, 2021

#R1#
Georgiev misses with a leg kick.
Georgiev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Georgiev dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on River. That did some damage!
River swings for the body but Georgiev moves out of range.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Georgiev is just out of range.
Georgiev throws a leg kick that is checked
and River counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
River checks a low kick from Georgiev.
Georgiev connects with an inside leg kick.
River misses the jab.
River throws a good cross that connects.
River thows a left - swing and a miss!
A swing and a miss from River.
Georgiev misses with a low kick as River jumps back.
Georgiev closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Georgiev throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
River lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Georgiev at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River circles away from the clinch attempt.
River throws a lazy right hand but Georgiev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T1#
Georgiev lands a leg kick that knocks River off balance momentarily.
Georgiev throws a body kick that misses.
River scores with a sloppy right hand. Georgiev should have avoided that one.
Georgiev wants to land a leg kick but River is out of range.
A clash of legs there as River blocks the low kick.
Georgiev tried to score with a low kick but River checks it.
A low kick lands for Georgiev.
Georgiev throws a low kick but River moves out of range easily.
Georgiev turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A clash of legs there as River blocks the low kick.
River only half commits to the counter leg kick.
River throws a series of punches but Georgiev moves out of range.
Georgiev moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
River throws out a powerful jab.
Georgiev throws a half hearted mid kick.
Georgiev lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Georgiev slips a jab and a cross from River.
Prohor Georgiev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Georgiev walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. River checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
River throws a counter combo.
River fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Georgiev looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Georgiev was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
A low kick from Georgiev misses
and River counters with a slapping leg kick.
River connects with a solid leg kick.
River scores with a jab to the head.
River scores with a jab. Georgiev acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
River throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
River throws a jab when Georgiev was well out of range.
River is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
River lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Georgiev circles away quickly and effectively.
Georgiev misses with a low kick.
River scores with a jab. Georgiev acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Georgiev throws a head kick that misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Georgiev 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 River has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from River and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Georgiev checks a low kick from River.
River is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Georgiev had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Georgiev. #T3#
River misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Georgiev throws out a leg kick but River moves out of range and Georgiev only half commits.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Georgiev throws a leg kick but River moved away.
River scores with a head kick. Georgiev tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Some bone on bone action there as River checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
River misses with the combination.
River lands a slapping body shot.
Georgiev throws a front kick aimed at River's knee but River avoids it well.
Georgiev misses with a low kick.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
River bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Georgiev's head backwards.
Georgiev throws a leg kick which misses River's front leg but catches the back leg as River tries to avoid it.
That kick from Georgiev tenderised River's leg. River is trying to keep his angry face on.
Georgiev avoids the head kick by River.
Georgiev ducks under a wild hook from River.#T4#
Georgiev 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by River.
Georgiev attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Georgiev moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
River stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Georgiev.
A nice leg kick from Georgiev, right into the meat of the thigh.
River throws a hook but Georgiev avoids it easily.
River lands with a slapping head kick.
River misses with a hook
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as River checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Georgiev tries to work over River's front leg with a kick but River checks it.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
River swings for the body but Georgiev moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River avoids the head kick by Georgiev.
Georgiev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
Georgiev looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Georgiev blocks a jab.
River loads up on a big right hand but Georgiev slips the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Georgiev misses with a leg kick.
River doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Good standup being displayed there by River as he connects with a hook.
River takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Georgiev wants to clinch up but River keeps it at a distance.
River throws a right and a left that both miss.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as River checks a leg kick.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Georgiev might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Georgiev chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before River can pounce on him.
Georgiev tries to land a body kick
and River counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Georgiev chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before River can pounce on him.
River misses with a double jab.
Georgiev throws a low kick, looking for River's leg but River calmly moves out of range.
River is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Georgiev throws a solid leg kick but River takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Georgiev.
Georgiev fakes a jab and throws a low kick but River checks it well.
Georgiev with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #CL#
Georgiev forces River back against the cage and clinches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
River breaks from the clinch.
River throws a one two combo. #ROC2#Georgiev is rocked!#T1#
River walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Georgiev drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! River swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Georgiev's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kollaa River!
A relieved looking Kollaa River 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: SFL 90 | Half Baked
Date: Aug 02, 2021

#R1#
Horiguchi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Horiguchi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
Horiguchi lands a leg kick that knocks River off balance momentarily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Horiguchi ducks under a wild hook from River.
Horiguchi jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Horiguchi plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
River throws a leg kick but Horiguchi sees it coming and moves out of range.
River dives in for a single leg takedown but Horiguchi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A good leg kick by Horiguchi.
Horiguchi scores with a kick to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by River or perhaps it was just good defense by Horiguchi, which made it look bad.
River misses with a hook.
A combination from River does no damage.
Horiguchi appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Horiguchi misses with a body shot.
River misses the jab.
It looked like Horiguchi was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from River.
River lands with a cross.
A low kick lands for Horiguchi.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
Horiguchi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Horiguchi looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
River cracks Horiguchi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Horiguchi.
Horiguchi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T1#
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Horiguchi manages to avoid it.
Horiguchi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Horiguchi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
River scores with a leg kick.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Horiguchi moves away.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Horiguchi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Horiguchi misses with a looping right.
A big right from River misses.
Horiguchi checks the leg kick.
River attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A swing and a miss from Horiguchi.
Horiguchi moves out of range as River strikes.
River misses with a straight left.
Horiguchi loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River misses with a body shot #CL#
and Horiguchi counters by moving into the clinch.
Horiguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
River breaks the clinch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Horiguchi.
A decent looking cross lands there for Horiguchi.
Horiguchi throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River scores with a nice right hand.
Horiguchi checks the leg kick nicely there. #T2#
Horiguchi lands with an uppercut that bounces River off the cage and back into range.
Horiguchi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from River.
Horiguchi misses the shot to the body.
A jab from River misses.
Horiguchi tried to counter with a leg kick but River avoided it.
Donk. Horiguchi catches River right on the button with a cross.
Horiguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as River throws out the jab.
River fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Horiguchi misses with a low kick.
Horiguchi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
River lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
River loads up on a big right hand but Horiguchi slips the punch.
Horiguchi checks a leg kick.
River paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
River tries to score with a low kick but Horiguchi moves his leg out of the way.
Horiguchi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Horiguchi.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
Horiguchi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Horiguchi is looking to slow River down with leg kicks.
Horiguchi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Horiguchi thumps River with a low kick.#T3##CL#
Horiguchi gets a clinch.
Horiguchi blocking some punches.
River tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Horiguchi's elbow.
Horiguchi lands an elbow that stopped River in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
River pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Horiguchi scores with a leg kick.
Horiguchi scores with a jab to the body.
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Horiguchi.
Horiguchi scores with a jab to the jaw.
A big left from River misses.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Horiguchi.
Horiguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Horiguchi drops his hands momentarily and River takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Horiguchi was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from River.
Horiguchi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from River.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice leg kick lands there from River.
Horiguchi is looking to clinch but River is avoiding it.
River checks a low kick from Horiguchi.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Horiguchi throws out the jab.
Horiguchi scores with a nice strike.#T4#
Horiguchi thuds his shin into the meat of River's side.
River misses with a straight right.
River lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Horiguchi fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with River, pushing him back against the cage.
River lands a hook that snaps the head of Horiguchi backwards.
Horiguchi prevents a body shot from River.
Horiguchi has a couple of punches blocked by River. #BC2#
River escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Horiguchi slips under a jab from River.#CL#
Horiguchi has managed to clinch.
River lands a shoulder strike.
Horiguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
River misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
River escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Horiguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
River misses with a low kick.
Horiguchi connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Horiguchi punishes River's body with a nice straight punch.
Horiguchi takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Horiguchi connects with a leg kick.
Nice jab there from River.
River misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
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 Akaro Horiguchi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Horiguchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Horiguchi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Akaro Horiguchi is winning the standup battle so far.
Horiguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
River catches Horiguchi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
River misses with a head kick.
River walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Horiguchi defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
River misses with a head kick.
Horiguchi lands a nice shot that snaps River's head back.
Horiguchi throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Horiguchi delivers a nice body kick.
Horiguchi tries to close the distance and clinch but River swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Horiguchi. That did some damage!
Horiguchi throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
River thuds a left hand into Horiguchi's body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River circles away from the clinch attempt.
Horiguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Horiguchi lands a nice leg kick that just misses River's sensitive parts.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Horiguchi.
River loads up on a big right hand but Horiguchi slips the punch.#T1#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
River lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
River walks into a straight right hand from Horiguchi.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow Horiguchi down.
River defending well as Horiguchi loads up on a big left hand.
River throws a body punch but Horiguchi moves out of range.
River tries to work over Horiguchi's front leg with a kick but Horiguchi checks it.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Horiguchi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Donk. River catches Horiguchi right on the button with a cross.
A punch combination from Horiguchi misses.
Horiguchi misses the shot to the body.
Horiguchi pivots, looking for a leg kick but River is out of range and Horiguchi settles back down.
River takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Horiguchi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
River throws out a loose jab but Horiguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Horiguchi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Horiguchi blocks a jab.
Horiguchi connects with a nice looking jab.
River misses with an uppercut.
Horiguchi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. River manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Horiguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Horiguchi swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T2#
River misses with a looping right.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts River, as that shot connected.
River lands a right hook to the body.
River lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
River checks a leg kick.
River throws a low kick but it's checked well by Horiguchi.
Horiguchi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
Horiguchi lands a leg kick that knocks River off balance momentarily.
River on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Horiguchi. Horiguchi obviously looking to wear him down.
Akaro Horiguchi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
A chopping leg kick lands by River.
River with a lazy takedown attempt
and Horiguchi counters with a slapping leg kick.
Horiguchi connects with a solid leg kick.
Horiguchi getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
River lands a jab-cross combination.
Horiguchi slips under a jab from River.
Horiguchi misses with a body shot.
River looks to land a left hand but Horiguchi moved out of range nicely.
Horiguchi moves out of range as River strikes.#T3#
River connects with a solid leg kick.
Good leg kick by Horiguchi.
Horiguchi tries to clinch there but River circles away.
River changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Horiguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
River blocks a head kick by Horiguchi.
River tries a quick counter leg kick but Horiguchi is wise to it.
River tests Horiguchi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River misses with a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Horiguchi misses the target.
River connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Horiguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fighters circling - Horiguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River cracks Horiguchi with an open hand slap.
River throws a hook to the side of Horiguchi's head but Horiguchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Horiguchi lands a head kick. River smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
River tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Horiguchi throws a quick inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River throws a head kick that misses
and Horiguchi counters with a good low kick that River was not able to check.
A jab lands there for River.
Horiguchi with a jab.
Horiguchi throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
Horiguchi backing away here, and River unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T4#
Horiguchi cracks a nice hook into River's ribs.
Horiguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
River will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
River throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Horiguchi looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
A slow jab from Horiguchi misses its intended target.
River takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice uppercut there from Horiguchi.
A punch lands to the side of Horiguchi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
River needs to keep his hands up - Horiguchi had a free shot at his head there.
River throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A big right from River misses.
Horiguchi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
River drops his hands momentarily and Horiguchi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
River checks the leg kick.
River shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Horiguchi eats them both and turns towards River to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River misses with an uppercut. Horiguchi saw that one coming.
Horiguchi is looking to score with low kicks.
Horiguchi misses the shot to the body.
River walks into a left hand.
Horiguchi misses with a head kick.
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 Akaro Horiguchi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River'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. This is the final round!#R3#
Horiguchi connects with an inside leg kick.
Kollaa River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Horiguchi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Horiguchi misses with a low kick.
A leg kick checked by Horiguchi.
River misses with a body shot.
River scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jab, jab by River - just one landing.
Horiguchi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Horiguchi swings for the body but River moves out of range.
Horiguchi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Horiguchi closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
River throws a leg kick but Horiguchi moved away.
A punch lands to the side of River 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Horiguchi scores with a nice right hand.
Horiguchi misses with a low kick.
Horiguchi wants to land a leg kick but River is out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
Horiguchi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
River is looking to chop away at Horiguchi's legs.
Horiguchi connects with a jab.
River takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T1#
River takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A low kick lands for River.
River lands with a straight right. Horiguchi didn't see that one coming.#CL#
Horiguchi gets a clinch. #BC2#
River pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Horiguchi scores with a jab.
A head kick misses from River.
Horiguchi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Horiguchi moves in looking to clinch but River pushes him off.
Horiguchi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
River buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
River scoring well with a low kick there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River wants to land a leg kick but Horiguchi is out of range.
Horiguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as River throws out the jab.
Horiguchi throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
Horiguchi connects with a crisp jab.
Horiguchi walks into a left hand.
River throws out a loose jab but Horiguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Horiguchi cracks a nice hook into River's ribs.
Horiguchi lands with a cross. #T2#
Horiguchi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Horiguchi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent River stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL#
Horiguchi has closed the distance and engaged River in a clinch.
River lands a left hand that snaps the head of Horiguchi backwards.
Horiguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Horiguchi misses with some punches. #BC2#
River escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
River lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
River tries to work over Horiguchi's front leg with a kick but Horiguchi checks it.
A head kick misses from River.
And Horiguchi counters with a quick kick to the body but River blocks it.
River is looking to score with low kicks.
Horiguchi ducks under a wild hook from River.
Horiguchi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Horiguchi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A solid leg kick lands there for Horiguchi.
Horiguchi throws a combination. River tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
River chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Horiguchi can pounce on him.
Horiguchi lands a jab.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target. #T3#
Horiguchi ducks under a wild hook from River.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Horiguchi, as that shot connected.
River throws a low kick, looking for Horiguchi's leg but Horiguchi calmly moves out of range. #CL#
Horiguchi gets a clinch.
Horiguchi gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Horiguchi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of River backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from River.
River is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Horiguchi to keep the fight standing.
River throws a punch but it's blocked by Horiguchi.
River lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Horiguchi stops a takedown attempt from River.
River takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
River throws a punch but it's blocked by Horiguchi.
Horiguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Horiguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Horiguchi misses with a punch on the inside. #TD2#
River 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Horiguchi manages to get to full guard.
Horiguchi keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #T4#
Horiguchi can't keep his opponent in guard - River advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Horiguchi wants to improve his position but River is controlling well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
River is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Horiguchi defends it well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Akaro Horiguchi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Horiguchi, 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:28
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Akaro Horiguchi!
Akaro Horiguchi took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: SFL 75 | Simon vs River
Date: May 28, 2021

#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Simon misses the target.
Simon walks into a straight right hand from River.
River throws a leg kick #TD#
and Simon counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for River! #SUB#
Simon is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but River is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Simon working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
River manages to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River wants to control but Simon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Simon has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Simon with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish. #T1#
River is trying desperately to improve position.
Simon content just to control the position here.
River tries to control the position but Simon now has his back.
River tries to escape the position. #SUB#
River is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Simon doesn't have the hooks in and River manages to turn into his guard.
Simon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Simon looking for subs off his back but River has passed one foot through into half guard. #T2#
River trying to control from half guard but Simon is working away. #SUB2#
River is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw River working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
River wants to pass the guard but Simon is defending well.
River prevents Simon from improving his position.#T3#
Simon avoiding damage under a succession of punches from River.
River lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Simon regains full guard. Nicely done.
River preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simon controls River momentarily but River frees himself.
River postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Simon looking to control.
River loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Simon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. River manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River trying to keep a closed guard but Simon is proving a slippery customer. #T4##SUB2#
River is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
River is looking for a triangle here but Simon uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
River manages to work his way to half guard, despite Simon's best efforts.
Simon is keen to just control but River is a slippery customer.
River regains full guard. Nicely done.
River looking to hit a scissor sweep but Simon is one step ahead there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simon trying to control but River is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jay Simon 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#
River throws a leg kick but Simon checks it.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Simon.
Simon moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Donk. Simon catches River right on the button with a cross.
Simon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by River. River obviously looking to wear him down.
Decent striking displayed by Simon there.
Good work by Simon as he checks the leg kick.
Simon is looking to clinch.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simon is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River ducks under a wild hook from Simon.
River misses the shot to the body.
Simon looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Simon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
River takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Simon throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Simon looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
River scores with a nice strike.
River throws a push kick but Simon slaps the foot to one side.
River avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
River avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
River replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Simon blocks it well.
River throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Simon counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for River!
Simon has knee on belly and moves into mount.
River stops Simon from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
River tries to reverse the position but Simon maintains control.
River is trying to escape the mount but Simon keeps good control and instead manages to take River's back. #SUB#
Simon has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, River has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
River trying to control the hands but Simon breaks the grip. #T2#
Simon is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
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!
River is trying to break free. #SUB#
Simon working for the choke.
Simon doesn't have the hooks in and River manages to turn into his guard.
Simon looking for a sweep. Not yet Simon, not yet.
River lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Simon looking for subs off his back but River has passed one foot through into half guard.
Simon wants to control but River is keeping busy. #T3#
Simon gets full guard.#SUB#
Simon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. River defends it easily.
Simon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
River keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Simon's head.
River trying to control but Simon is working from the bottom.
Jay Simon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
River postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
River wants to control from the top but Simon keeps moving. #SUB#
Simon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. River is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
River controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Simon wants to sweep here but River controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Simon is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! River has his hands clasped together but Simon extends and breaks River's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Simon.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jay Simon!
Jay Simon retains his lightweight title!
A relieved looking Jay Simon 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: SFL 64 | Marley Fest
Date: Apr 20, 2021

#R1#
Eye takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River catches Eye with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
River fails with a takedown attempt.
Eye 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.
River chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Eye lunges at River with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by River's hand.
River throws the left hand but Eye avoids the punch easily.
Eye misses with a left hand
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
River tries for a takedown but Eye sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
It looked like Eye wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
A big right from Eye misses.
Eye lands with a hook. River tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Eye.
A looping hook to the body misses from Eye. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
Eye takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Eye moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
River misses with a straight right.
River scores with a hook.
Eye throws a hook but River blocks it.
River chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Eye can pounce on him.
Eye throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Eye throws out the jab.
River throws a lazy right hand but Eye sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Eye.
A slow jab from Eye misses its intended target.
And River tries to counter it with a takedown but Eye pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Eye throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Eye.
The fighters circling - Eye throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Eye throws a good cross that connects.
Eye slips a straight right by River.
Eye on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A slow jab from Eye misses its intended target.
Eye throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Eye throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
River shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Eye but Eye pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Third Eye has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
Nice straight punches there by Eye. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Eye.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
It looked like Eye wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Eye throws a body shot but no joy.
River loads up on a big right hand but Eye slips the punch.
Eye slips under a jab from River.
Eye throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River 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.
River 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 River checks a leg kick.
Eye takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
River throws a jab when Eye was well out of range.
River misses with an uppercut.
Eye jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Eye tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
River defending well as Eye loads up on a big left hand.
Third Eye is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Eye uses good head movement to avoid the hook from River.
River slips a straight right by Eye.
Eye drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
River ducks under a wild hook from Eye.
River throws a jab when Eye was well out of range.
Eye with a nice calf kick.
River misses with a body shot.
Eye's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.
Eye slaps away a takedown attempt from River, before circling back to the center of the mat.
River throws a head kick but Eye moves out of range.
River swings for the body but Eye moves out of range.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Eye throws out the jab.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jab by River.
Eye checks the leg kick.
River walks into a stiff left hand from Eye.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Eye sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Eye feinted there with a counter leg kick.
River throws the left hand but Eye avoids the punch easily.#T4#
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Eye.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
River takes a swing at Eye's ribcage but misses.
River throws a low kick but it's checked well by Eye.
Good standup being displayed there by River as he connects with a hook.
Eye loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Eye throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Eye cracks River with an open hand slap.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Eye throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Eye throws a right hand that misses
and River counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
River ducks under a wild hook from Eye.
Eye bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps River's head backwards.
Eye throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Eye avoids the body shot from River.
Eye scores with a leg kick.
River looks to land a left hand but Eye moved out of range nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Eye takes a body punch but keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kollaa River will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
River closes the distance and clinches up with Eye, looking for a takedown. River pushes Eye against the cage but Eye circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Eye moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kollaa River seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A swing and a miss from Eye.
River appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
River misses with a hook. Eye ducked under it nicely.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
River tests Eye's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River throws a jab when Eye was well out of range.
Eye takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Eye throws a jab when River was well out of range.
A big left from River misses.
Eye throws a body shot but no joy.
Eye ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eye misses with a low kick as River jumps back.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Eye throws out the jab.
Eye bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of River's head.
A bone on bone clash there as River blocks the leg kick.
River throws a push kick but Eye slaps the foot to one side.
Nice defenses there by River.#T1#
River has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Eye.
Nice body punch from River.
Eye misses with a looping right.
Eye throws an off balance right hand
and River counters with a nice leg kick.
River slips a straight right by Eye.
River changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Eye does a little dance to reset his feet.
River misses with a jab, cross combination.
Eye takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
River lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Eye fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. River looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
River throws a hook to the side of Eye's head but Eye sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River ducks under a wild hook from Eye.
Eye misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
River misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Eye lands with a kick to the temple. River shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Eye fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt River.
Eye throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot. #T2##TD2#
River decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Eye works his way to full guard. Good work.
River looking to sit in guard and control but Eye gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Eye won't allow River to sweep him here.
River wants to control but Eye passes easily into half guard.
River is trying to get back to full guard.
River manages to get to full guard.
Eye tries to free his leg and advance position but River is retaining full guard. #T3##SUB2#
River has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Eye can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Eye looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
River has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Eye can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
River throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Eye escapes and throws River's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
River is trying to get back to half guard.
River wants to control but Eye postures up.
River tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Eye wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
River manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
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 Third Eye 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. 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#
Eye keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Eye connects with a crisp jab.
River scores with a nice right hand.
Eye lands with a shot to the body.
Eye rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and River counters with a straight right hand.
River lands a leg kick that knocks Eye off balance momentarily.
Eye pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Eye takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A looping hook to the body misses from Eye. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
River now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
River ducks right into an uppercut from Eye.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from River 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 Eye has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Eye and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Eye misses with an uppercut
and River counters with a straight right hand.
Eye slips under a jab.
Eye avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Eye throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Eye throws a leg kick but River checks it.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Eye is just out of range.#T1#
River throws a lazy head kick
and Eye counters with a straight right hand.
Eye connects with an inside leg kick.
River fails with the takedown.
Eye feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Eye throws a low kick but River avoids it.
River swings for the body but Eye moves out of range.
It looked like Eye wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Eye throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Eye throws a solid leg kick but River takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Eye.
River feints the counter takedown.
River falls off balance throwing a combination
and Eye makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Eye slaps away a takedown attempt from River, before circling back to the center of the mat.
River shoots for a double leg takedown but Eye sprawls well. He's pushed River's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Third Eye has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kollaa River.
River throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Eye uses good head movement to avoid the hook from River.
Eye moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Eye feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rivers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T2#
Eye misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
River appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Eye misses with a hook.
River moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Eye misses with a lunging right hand
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
No joy there for River, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Eye blocks a jab.
Eye throws a big shot that misses.
Eye lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
River misses with a series of wild punches.
River throws a right and a left that Eye avoids nicely.
Eye jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
River shoots in but Eye avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Eye misses with a body shot.
Eye chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T3#
Eye swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
River connects with a jab.
Eye misses with a body shot.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Eye throws a hook but River blocks it.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good work by Eye as he checks the leg kick.
A slow jab from Eye misses its intended target.
Eye slips under a jab.
Eye is looking to counter with a body kick.
Eye lands a nice shot that snaps River's head back.
River throws a hook to the side of Eye's head but Eye sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Eye lands a lovely overhand right.
Eye lands a head shot.
Eye throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
River looks to throw the jab but Eye is out of range. #T4#
Eye throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Eye does a little dance to reset his feet.
Eye works River's body with a nice hook.
River connects with a good right hand that stumbles Eye. Eye circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Eye fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches River on the side of the head.
River goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Eye lands a nice leg kick that just misses River's sensitive parts.
River misses with a takedown attempt
and Eye cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
River ducks under a wild hook from Eye.
River throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
River misses with a leg kick
and Eye counters with a good low kick that River was not able to check.
A nice leg kick from Eye, right into the meat of the thigh.
Eye connects with an inside leg kick.
Eye swings for the body but River moves out of range.
River connects with a looping right hand.
Eye throws a jab when River was well out of range.

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

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

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: SFL 56 | O'Neil vs Kilgore
Date: Mar 20, 2021

#R1#
River avoids the body shot from Stallion.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that River 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.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Stallion.
Stallion takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
Stallion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Stallion lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
Stallion throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
River walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
River takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
River cracks Stallion with an open hand slap.
Stallion dodges the punch combination from River.
Stallion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stallion rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and River counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Stallion fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. River sprawls well initially but Stallion persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
River manages to get to full guard.
River 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.#T1#
Stallion stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. River swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
River is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Stallion frees his head nicely. Oh but River has switched to an armbar! Stallion is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: SFL 49 | Simon vs O'Neil
Date: Feb 19, 2021

#R1#
Quinn connects with a good right hand that stumbles River. River circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A nice leg kick from River, right into the meat of the thigh.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
Quinn misses with a wild combination.
River doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A big right from Quinn misses.
Quinn takes one to the chin there.
Quinn thows a left - swing and a miss!
River looks to throw the jab but Quinn is out of range.
Quinn throws a combination but it was largely blocked by River.
Quinn throws a leg kick
and River counters with a three punch combo that has Quinn backing up. Quinn nods at River to acknowledge the strikes.
Quinn fakes a jab and throws a low kick but River checks it well.
Quinn throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Quinn does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
River misses with a double jab.
River ducks under a wild hook from Quinn.
Quinn misses with a body shot.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Quinn blocks a jab.
Quinn throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Quinn.
We've been told by Quinn's head coaches at Roosters Coop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
River 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.
Quinn misses with a few strikes there.
Quinn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A good leg kick by River.
River will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Quinn.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Quinn.
River swings for the body but Quinn moves out of range.
Quinn waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
River cracks Quinn with a right hand to the side of the head.
Quinn moves forwards but River connects with a nice, crisp jab.
River wants to slow Quinn down by chopping away at his legs.
Good standup being displayed there by River as he connects with a hook.
River walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Quinn checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A jab from Quinn misses.
Quinn lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but River circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River avoids a punch combination nicely.
River throws a leg kick but Quinn moved away.
Quinn misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that River 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.
River lands a nice hook to Quinn's body. Quinn takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Quinn. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
Quinn needs to keep his hands up - River had a free shot at his head there.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Quinn fails to land with a series of punches.
Quinn throws a lazy right hand but River sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Quinn takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Billy Quinn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Quinn smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Quinn misses with a wild body shot.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Quinn.
Quinn throws an ugly left hook that misses
and River counters with a lovely shot to the body.
River falls off balance throwing a combination
and Quinn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Quinn walks into a left hand.
Quinn is really struggling to find his range with his punches. River's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.#T3#
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Quinn.
River shoots for a takedown but Quinn saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
It looked like Quinn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Quinn misses with a few strikes there.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Quinn.
Quinn misses with a wild combination.
River sizes up Quinn with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Quinn throws a jab when River was well out of range.
Quinn scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Quinn throws a combination that misses
and River counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
No joy there for Quinn, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
River changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
River paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
River throws a nice inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River throws a shot from downtown. Quinn moves away and avoids it.
Quinn will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
River is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Quinn had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.#T4#
Quinn misses with a looping left.
Quinn throws an off balance right hand
letting River counter with a right hand.
River is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Quinn tests River's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and River duly obliges.
Quinn throws a lazy right hand but River sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A low kick lands for River.
Quinn misses with a lunging right hand
and River counters with a stiff right hand.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River misses with an uppercut.
Quinn with a nice calf kick.
Quinn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Quinn throws a leg kick but River sees it coming and moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River misses with a double jab
and Quinn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Quinn throws a sloppy body shot
and River counters with a thumping low kick.
Quinn fails to land with a series of punches.
Quinn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
River closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Quinn is trying to control River's posture but River avoids it.
Quinn is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
River advances nicely into full mount.
Quinn is trying desperately to improve position.
Quinn sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Quinn tries to get to full guard but River has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T1#
Quinn is controlling River's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB2#
River is looking for a kimura but Quinn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for River to get the leverage.
Quinn manages to get to full guard.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Quinn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Quinn wants to improve his position here. There's a bit of a scramble and River has taken Quinn's back! He's locked on a rear naked choke here and Quinn has been forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Billy Quinn was interviewed post fight and said 'He got me today but run that shit back and I'll knock his ass out!'.

Event: SFL 41 | Hopkins vs Johnson
Date: Jan 17, 2021

#R1#
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hands.
Hands flicks out a counter leg kick but River steps away.
Hands tries to close the distance and clinch up but River swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hands throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and River counters with a takedown into side control.
Hands can't do much from the bottom here.
River has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Hands!
Hands is in all sorts of trouble here.
River controlling the pace for now.
Hands sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Hands wants to improve his position but River is controlling well. #SUB#
Hands is defending against the submission attempts here by River.
Hands wants to improve his position but River is controlling well. #T1#
River is looking to take a break and control but Hands is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hands is trying to maintain the position but River is very close to passing his half guard.
Hands wants to improve his position but River is controlling well.
Hands works his way to full guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Hands is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River advances to half guard.
River wants to advance to full mount but Hands doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Hands is trying to control the position but River postures up. #T2#
River throws a big right hand that misses.
Hands looking for a sweep. Not yet Hands, not yet.
Hands not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
River trying to control but Hands is working from the bottom.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
River postures up.
River passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Hands tries to bench press River off him but River keeps the position.
Hands is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Hands struggling a bit here.
River throws a strike aimed at the side of Hands's head but Hands avoids it well.
Hands is trying to get back to half guard.
River trying to control the position but Hands is working away.
Hands tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but River wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
River is looking to take a break and control but Hands is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The strikes coming from River are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T4#
Hands tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but River wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hands gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Hands is trying to escape the mount.
River controlling from the full mount.
River landing shots from mount.
Hands is working to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River lands with some strikes.
Hands gets back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Hands scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Hands checks a low kick from River.
Hands paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Horrible takedown attempt by River or perhaps it was just good defense by Hands, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Hands is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in River's half guard.
Hands tries to pass the half guard into mount. River knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Hands is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hands trying to mount his opponent but River defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River is looking to improve his position. #T1#
River is positioning himself well to prevent Hands advancing to mount.
Hands performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hands passes to side control.
Hands trying to control the action but River is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hands tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hands trying to control the action but River is working from the bottom. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
River is being controlled here.
River is looking to reverse the position.
You can see the frustration on River's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
River tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hands wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
River gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
River tries to roll over but Hands keeps him under control.#T3#
Hands trying to control from half guard but River is working away.
River is trying to get back to full guard.
River is refusing to be controlled, as Hands sits in half guard. #SUB#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hands trying to control from half guard but River is working away. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A big right from River misses.
Hands misses with a body kick.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Hands steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
Hands let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD2#
Hands gets a takedown into half guard.
River wants to control but Hands is keeping busy.
River tries to roll over but Hands keeps him under control.
Hands is trying to control. River wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hands trying to mount his opponent but River defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
River is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
River trying to control from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Israel Hands showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
River throws a chopping leg kick but Hands manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Hands swings for the body but River moves out of range.
River appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hands scores with a nice right hand.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Hands fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but River avoids it really well and circles away.
River scores with a nice right hand. #TD#
River drives through with a takedown into Hands's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hands keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Hands escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. River gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River stands and throws Hands's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
River has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Hands is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. River yanks on the arm and Hands is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by River.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kollaa River!
After the fight, Kollaa River 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: SFL 33 | Fusi vs Simard
Date: Dec 13, 2020

#R1#
River tries for a takedown but Ferguson circles away easily
and Ferguson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from River is defended easily by Ferguson.
Ferguson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ferguson blocks a jab.
Ferguson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
River scores with a sloppy right hand. Ferguson should have avoided that one. #TD#
River throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Ferguson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. River is in Ferguson's guard.
River stops Ferguson from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
River wants to pass the guard but Ferguson is keeping the position.
River stands and throws Ferguson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Ferguson pushes River away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, River gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
River has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Ferguson is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. River yanks on the arm and Ferguson is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by River.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: SFL 26 | Fusi vs Murhapuro
Date: Nov 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
River misses with a hook to the body
and Myers counters with a nice body shot.
Myers misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
River moves out of range of the body kick from Myers.
River shoots in for a takedown but Myers shows good takedown defense.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Myers.
River moves out of range of the body kick from Myers.
Myers lands a nice looking body kick.
Myers connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Myers lands with a thumping leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Myers.
Myers fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but River is out of range.
Myers lands with a thumping leg kick.
Myers jabs at River's body.
River misses with a jab, cross combination.
Myers tried to counter with a leg kick but River avoided it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that River 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.
River throws a push kick but Myers slaps the foot to one side.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River with a nice cross.
Myers misses the body punch
and River counters with a stiff right hand.
Myers avoids a kick to the body.
Myers pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've been told by Myers's head coaches at Undisputed that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Myers lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Myers swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by River.#T1#
Myers misses the jab.
Myers works River's body with a nice hook.
River looks for a takedown but Myers sprawls well.#TD2#
Myers gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows River to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Myers is looking to stand back up but River counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Myers. #REVR#
River passes to full mount!
River wants to control the pace but Myers is squirming around nicely.
Myers keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T2#
River throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Myers because River loaded up on that one.
River sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Myers blocking the ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Myers tries to hold on but River postures up.
Myers is squirming around, avoiding River's attempts to control the action.
Myers avoids a series of strikes thrown by River.
Poor strikes thrown by River there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
River throwing strikes here but Myers is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
River looking to control but Myers is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
River swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Myers is now in River's guard. A big mistake from River there, giving up the dominant position! #T3##SUB2#
River has his foot on Myers's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Myers works his way back into a safe position though.
Myers wants to pass the guard but River is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Myers content to stall in guard here.
River is trying to keep Myers in close.
Myers stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. River swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Myers won't allow River to sweep him here.
River 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#
Myers blocking the ground and pound attempt from River.
Myers won't allow River to pass to mount.
Myers makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Myers.
Myers is looking to stand up but River isn't so interested in that idea.
River stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Myers swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Myers working a defensive guard here.
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 Cornelius Myers will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Myers tests River's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River throws out a powerful jab.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Myers 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 River has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from River and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Myers throws out a leg kick but River moves out of range and Myers only half commits.
And River tries to counter it with a takedown but Myers pushes his down on his head and steps out.
River tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Myers fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but River is out of range.
River takes one to the side of the head.
River takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
River on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A swing and a miss from River.
Myers misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Myers moves away.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
An inside leg kick from Myers misses.
Myers blocks the body kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Myers thows a left - swing and a miss!
River misses with a body shot.
Myers misses with a body kick. #T1#
Nice uppercut lands for River. That snapped Myers's head back.
Cornelius Myers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River blocks a leg kick.
River moves forwards but Myers connects with a nice, crisp jab.
River throws a lazy head kick
and Myers counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Myers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
River tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Myers is able to avoid easily.
Myers wants to slow River down by chopping away at his legs.
River looks to land a body kick but Myers moved away.
Myers throws a leg kick but River moved away.
Myers throws a quick inside leg kick.
Myers fakes a jab and throws a low kick but River checks it well.
Myers moves out of range as River strikes.
Myers is looking to counter with a body kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Myers.
River chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Myers can pounce on him.
River defending well as Myers loads up on a big left hand.
River lands a front kick.#TD2#
River drives through with a takedown into Myers's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Myers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Myers is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
River trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
River tries to free his leg and advance position but Myers is retaining full guard.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Myers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River slips nicely into half guard.
Myers is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kollaa River has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
River is looking to pass Myers's guard but actually Myers recovers to full guard.
Myers being controlled here, momentarily.
Myers is looking to stand up but River isn't so interested in that idea.
Myers is trying to keep River in close.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
River wants to control from the top but Myers keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
River throws a body kick that misses.
River connects with a leg kick.
River rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Myers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
River throws a hook but Myers blocks it.
River cracks Myers with a good jab.
River moves into range and connects with a jab.
Myers lands a straight punch to the body, keeping River at a distance.
River looks for the body kick but Myers saw that one coming.
Myers throws a good cross that connects.
River looks to throw the jab but Myers is out of range.
River throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
River swings for the body but Myers moves out of range.
River takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
River takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Myers moves out of range of the body kick from River.
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 Cornelius Myers will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Myers misses the target.
Myers checks a leg kick nicely.
Myers sizes up River with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Myers is looking to score with low kicks.
River throws a head kick but Myers moves out of range.
Myers connects with the punch.
River avoids the body shot from Myers.
Myers looks to land a right hand but River moved out of range.
River misses with a wild body shot.
Myers waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
Myers slips under a jab from River.
Myers tries to land a leg kick but River saw it coming and moves away.
Myers feints and then cracks River's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow River down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
River drives through with a takedown into Myers's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
River wants to control from the top but Myers keeps moving. #T1#
Myers is trying to keep River in close.
Myers trying to control the position here.
Myers is trying to keep River in close.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
River wants to pass the guard but Myers is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kollaa River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.
Myers throws a nice outside leg kick.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
River walks forward, straight into a front kick from Myers.
Myers swings widly with a right hand
and Myers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Myers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
Nice uppercut there from Myers.
Myers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from River.
Myers throws a good cross that connects.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A shot to the body from River misses
letting Myers counter with a right hand.
Myers walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
River scores with a jab to the jaw.
Myers throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Myers throws a big shot that misses.
Myers slips a jab from River.
River throws a big shot that misses.
Myers slips under a jab from River.#T3#
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
River throws a hook but Myers avoids it easily.
River shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Myers sprawls well. Myers wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. River gets slowly back to his feet.
Myers throws a leg kick which misses River's front leg but catches the back leg as River tries to avoid it.
Myers scores with a jab.
Cornelius Myers is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Myers tests River's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Myers scores with a hook to the body. River takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Myers walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Myers digs a good body shot into River's ribs.#TD2#
River drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
River wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Myers, who protects the arm well. #T4##SUB2#
River goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Myers rolls with the submission and now he's on top in River's guard! Nice work there by Myers! #SUB2#
River has an active guard here but Myers has managed to pass into half guard.
Myers is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cornelius Myers showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Myers, 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:29
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cornelius Myers!
A relieved looking Cornelius Myers 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: SFL 19 | Conquistadors
Date: Oct 11, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
River lands a two punch combo.
Horiguchi throws a front kick aimed at River's knee but River avoids it well.
Horiguchi 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.
River avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Horiguchi blocks a head kick by River.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Horiguchi.
River fails to land the takedown.
We've been hearing reports that River has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Horiguchi misses the target.
A head kick misses from River.
River misses with an uppercut. Horiguchi saw that one coming.
River shoots in for a double leg but Horiguchi sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A nice side step and Horiguchi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Horiguchi.
River misses with a leg kick
and Horiguchi counters with a thumping low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horiguchi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt River.
River throws a right hand that misses
and Horiguchi counters with a left to the body.
Horiguchi tries to score with a low kick but River moves his leg out of the way.
Horiguchi connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River looks to land a combination but Horiguchi avoids it well.
A low kick lands for Horiguchi. #T1#
River misses with a looping left.
Horiguchi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Horiguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as River throws out the jab.
River with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Horiguchi throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Horiguchi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Horiguchi's shoulder, as Horiguchi tries to avoid the shot.
River misses with a looping left.
The fighters circling - Horiguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River misses with an uppercut. Horiguchi saw that one coming.
River misses with a looping right.
Horiguchi throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
River lands a really nice looking cross but Horiguchi seems unphased.
Horiguchi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Horiguchi slips a jab from River.
River throws a body punch but Horiguchi moves out of range.
Horiguchi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Horiguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2#
River thows a left - swing and a miss!
Horiguchi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Horiguchi looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
A head kick misses from Horiguchi.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Horiguchi's shoulder, as Horiguchi tries to avoid the shot.
Horiguchi now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Horiguchi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
River throws a shot from downtown. Horiguchi moves away and avoids it.
River chopping away at his opponent's legs.
River lands a nice leg kick that just misses Horiguchi's sensitive parts.
Good leg kick by Horiguchi.
Horiguchi tries to bum rush River with a series of wild strikes but River uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Horiguchi misses with a low kick as River jumps back.
River misses with a left hand
letting Horiguchi counter with a right hand.
A big left from Horiguchi misses.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Horiguchi on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T3#
Horiguchi misses with a head kick.
A nice leg kick from River, right into the meat of the thigh.
River misses with a body shot
and Horiguchi counters with an inside leg kick.
Good work by River as he checks the leg kick.
Horiguchi lands a jab to the head.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Horiguchi.
The fighters circling - Horiguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River scores with a hook to the body. Horiguchi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
River ducks under a wild hook from Horiguchi.
River swings for the body but Horiguchi moves out of range.
A left lands for River.
Horiguchi slips a jab from River.
Horiguchi throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
Nice shot by Horiguchi.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Horiguchi.
River shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Horiguchi as he avoids it easily.
Horiguchi unleashes a big counter combination but River bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
A jab lands there for Horiguchi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Horiguchi looks for the body kick but River saw that one coming.
It looked like River wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jab, jab by River - just one landing.
Horiguchi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. River manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Horiguchi fails with an attempt to clinch.
River feinted with a counter takedown.
River throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Horiguchi makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Akaro Horiguchi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Horiguchi slips under a jab from River.
Horiguchi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#CL2#
Horiguchi moves into range and clinches up with River.
Horiguchi lands with a light punch inside.
River is trying to break free.#TD#
River gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Horiguchi regains guard. #SUB2#
Horiguchi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. River defends it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River passes easily into side control. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Akaro Horiguchi will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
River lands with a slapping head kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Horiguchi misses the target.
River was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Horiguchi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Horiguchi throws a hook but River blocks it.
River cracks Horiguchi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Horiguchi loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Horiguchi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Horiguchi circles away quickly and effectively.
River throws out a powerful jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Horiguchi motions for River to come forward. Horiguchi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Horiguchi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
River looks for a takedown but Horiguchi sprawls well.#CL2#
Horiguchi has River up against the cage in a clinch. #T1#
Horiguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by River. #BC#
River manages to break the clinch.
Horiguchi jabs River right on the nose. River blinks but takes it well.
River fakes the leg kick and cracks Horiguchi in the body.
Horiguchi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Good work by River as he checks the leg kick.
River attempts a counter takedown but Horiguchi avoids it well and moves away.
Horiguchi swings for the body but River moves out of range.
River misses with a jab, cross combination.
River misses with an uppercut. Horiguchi saw that one coming.
Horiguchi throws a head kick that misses.
River throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Horiguchi.
That kick from River tenderised Horiguchi's leg. Horiguchi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Horiguchi is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
River lands a body shot.
Horiguchi looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
River thows a leg kick but Horiguchi checks it
and Horiguchi counters with a low kick, right behind River 's knee.
River fails to land with a series of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Horiguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
River fails with a takedown attempt.
River lands a lovely overhand right.
River jabbing away but nothing is landing.
River fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
River lands a nice shot that snaps Horiguchi's head back. #T3#
Horiguchi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps River's head backwards.
River throws a sloppy body shot
and Horiguchi counters with an inside leg kick.
Horiguchi tries a head kick but it misses.
Horiguchi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A little jabbing left from Horiguchi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Horiguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Horiguchi throws a quick inside leg kick.
River keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Horiguchi moves out of range of the body kick from River.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Horiguchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Horiguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River misses with a body shot
and Horiguchi counters with a straight right hand.
Horiguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as River throws out the jab.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Horiguchi throws out the jab.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Horiguchi misses with an uppercut.
River is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Horiguchi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
River lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Horiguchi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Horiguchi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Horiguchi throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
River swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
River paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#TD#
River shoots in and gets a takedown into Horiguchi's guard.
River content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River prevents Horiguchi from getting back to his feet.
Horiguchi wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
River tries to free his leg and advance position but Horiguchi is retaining full guard.
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 Kollaa River will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Nice body kick there by River.
River lands an overhand right.
River misses with a leg kick
and Horiguchi counters with a leg kick.
Horiguchi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Horiguchi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Horiguchi throws a quick inside leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Horiguchi, right into the meat of the thigh.
River connects with a right hand. Horiguchi shakes it off.
River misses the shot to the body.
Horiguchi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
River swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
River throws a leg kick which misses Horiguchi's front leg but catches the back leg as Horiguchi tries to avoid it.
Horiguchi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horiguchi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
River swings for the body but Horiguchi moves out of range.
A big left from River misses.
River darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Horiguchi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T1#
River misses with a low kick.
Horiguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River throws a looping overhand right but Horiguchi ducks down to avoid it.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Horiguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
Kollaa River is winning the standup battle so far.
River misses with an attempted mid kick.
River jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Horiguchi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
Horiguchi only half commits to the counter leg kick.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Horiguchi avoids a punch combination nicely.
River 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.
Horiguchi scores with a leg kick.
Horiguchi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Horiguchi throws a series of punches but River avoids them all with ease.
Horiguchi throws a sloppy head kick and River moves out of range easily. #T2#
River shoots in looking for a takedown but Horiguchi manages to keep the fight standing, pushing River's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Horiguchi replies with a solid counter kick to the body but River blocks it well.
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Horiguchi needs to keep his hands up - River had a free shot at his head there.
Horiguchi shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Horiguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River looks to throw the jab but Horiguchi is out of range.
Horiguchi digs a good hook to River's body.
Horiguchi connects with a high kick.
Good leg kick by River.
River fails to land the takedown.
Horiguchi was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Horiguchi tries to clinch
and River cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
River scores with a hook.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Horiguchi.
Horiguchi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T3#
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Horiguchi throws out the jab.
Horiguchi avoids the head kick by River.
River throws a leg kick but Horiguchi checks it.
River throws a push kick but Horiguchi slaps the foot to one side.
River misses with a straight left.
Horiguchi lands a nice leg kick that just misses River's sensitive parts.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Horiguchi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Horiguchi.
Horiguchi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River throws a lazy uppercut
and Horiguchi counters with an inside leg kick.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Horiguchi moves away.
Horiguchi throws out a counter right but River avoids it with no problem.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Horiguchi.
Horiguchi with the inside leg kick.
River lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T4#
Horiguchi throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River shoots in for a double leg but Horiguchi sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kollaa River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Horiguchi throws a nice inside leg kick.
River rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Horiguchi makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
River walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
River misses with a looping left.
River takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Horiguchi scores with a hook to the body. River takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
River slips under a jab.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Horiguchi.
River throws a shot to the body.
River darts in looking for a takedown but Horiguchi gets double underhooks and turns River into the cage.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Horiguchi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches River on the side of the head.
Horiguchi wants to clinch up but River keeps it at a distance.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Akaro Horiguchi.
I think Horiguchi 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 Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:30
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:29

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

Event: SFL 11 | Taneyev vs Trigger
Date: Sep 13, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rasmussen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from River.
River definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Rasmussen throws a low kick but it's checked well by River.
Rasmussen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Rasmussen scoring well with a low kick there.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rasmussen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
Both fighters circling a little - River finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
River takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice defenses there by Rasmussen.
Rasmussen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL2#
Rasmussen clinches.
Rasmussen can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
River prevents a body shot from Rasmussen.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rasmussen lands a body shot.
River lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from River - that landed with a thud.
Rasmussen scores with a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rasmussen blocking some punches.
Rasmussen throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Still in the clinch, Rasmussen scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rasmussen can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action. #T1#
River can't find room to land a body shot as Rasmussen controls the action.
Rasmussen can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
Rasmussen comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT2#It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
Rasmussen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
River manages to break the clinch.
Rasmussen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rasmussen tried to score with a low kick but River checks it.
Ryland Rasmussen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rasmussen moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
River scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A bone on bone clash there as Rasmussen blocks the leg kick.
Rasmussen throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
River is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
River lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Rasmussen falls backwards - clearly groggy! River dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kollaa River!
In his post fight interview, Kollaa River started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: SFL 09 | Hell's Kitchen
Date: Sep 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Trudeau throws a head kick that misses
and River counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A cross from River lands.
Trudeau explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Trudeau scores with a nice body kick.
River misses with a head kick.
Trudeau pulls out of a head kick attempt.
River moves out of range as Trudeau strikes.
River with a nice calf kick.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A lazy body kick from Trudeau
letting River counter with a right hand.
Trudeau looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
Trudeau throws a jab when River was well out of range.
No joy there for River, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
River looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Trudeau tries a head kick but it misses.
Trudeau throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice cross by Trudeau.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Trudeau misses with a jab to the body #TD2#
and River counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #T1#
Trudeau is trying to maintain the position but River is very close to passing his half guard.
River is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Trudeau!
Trudeau is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
River avoids the attempt from Trudeau to control.
River prevents Trudeau from getting the reversal.
Trudeau is squirming around, avoiding River's attempts to control the action.
Trudeau wants to hold on but River pushes him away.
Trudeau is squirming around, avoiding River's attempts to control the action.
River wants to control the action but instead Trudeau gets a body lock and reverses into River's guard! Nice work! #SUB#
Trudeau drops back looking for a leg! River is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and River manages to kick Trudeau off! Trudeau jumps back into River's guard. #T2#
Trudeau tries to free his leg and advance position but River is retaining full guard.
River trying to control the position.
River lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Trudeau is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
River controlling the position well.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
River wants to control but Trudeau is keeping busy and won't allow it.
River regains full guard. Nicely done.
River wants to sweep here but Trudeau controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Trudeau passes easily into side control. Nice work.
River is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Trudeau tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Trudeau works his way into side control.
River tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Trudeau wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Trudeau wants to stand but River has his arm trapped.
River manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Trudeau trying to control but River postures up.
Trudeau is not content to let River control the position.
River is taking a breather. Trudeau says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T4#
Trudeau won't allow River to pass to mount. #SUB#
Trudeau actively working from the bottom here.
River is trying to control. Trudeau wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
River is looking for a kimura but Trudeau is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for River to get the leverage.
Trudeau is controlling River's position as best he can from this difficult position.
River is looking to take a break and control but Trudeau is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
River wants to free his trapped foot but Trudeau is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Trudeau is looking to improve his position.
River trying to control from half guard but Trudeau is working away.
Trudeau is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Trudeau throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
Trudeau throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
Trudeau moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
River throws a head kick that misses.
Yves Trudeau has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL#
River gets tackled into the cage by Trudeau. Trudeau maintains the clinch. #BC#
Trudeau pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Trudeau misses with a wild body shot.
Trudeau throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
Yves Trudeau is winning the standup battle so far.
River feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Trudeaus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Trudeau misses with a low kick.
River thuds his right hand into Trudeau's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Trudeau gets cracked with a nice right hand there by River.
Trudeau throws a combination but it was largely blocked by River.
Trudeau tests River's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River scores with a leg kick.
River throws a good cross that connects. #ROC2#Trudeau is rocked!
River slips under a jab.
Oh Trudeau is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
An inside leg kick lands from River.
Trudeau seems to have got his legs back now.#T1##TD2#
River gets the takedown into side control.
Trudeau regains half guard.
River passes to side control. #SUB2#
River looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
River trying to control the action but Trudeau is working from the bottom.
River advances nicely into full mount.
Trudeau is squirming around, avoiding River's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
River working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Trudeau turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips River off and cradles Trudeau's limp body as River celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Kollaa River!
A less than humble Kollaa River misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: SFL 02 | Bushido
Date: Jul 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Luna throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice defenses there by River.
Luna swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice cross by River.
Luna takes a jab right on the kisser.
River shoots for a takedown but Luna saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Luna throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
As Luna backs away, River returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Luna misses with a hook to the body
and River counters with a straight right hand.
River throws a right and a left that Luna avoids nicely.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Luna.
River throws a sloppy head kick and Luna moves out of range easily.
Luna swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River connects with a looping right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT#It looks like Juan Luna has been cut.
River connects with a looping right hand. #ROC#Luna is rocked!
River connects with an inside leg kick.
Luna is still on wobbly legs! Can River finish him?
We've been hearing reports that River has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Look low, kick high! River uses the oldest trick in the book to send Luna tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! River is absolutely delighted - when Luna wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River 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.
Juan Luna was interviewed post fight and said 'A man can be destroyed but not defeated... I will pickup the pieces that I learned today and will grow from it.'.

Event: SFL 01 | Genesis
Date: Jul 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
River goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
River swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Brown feinted with a counter takedown.
Brown misses with a takedown attempt - River sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River defending well as Brown loads up on a big left hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. River darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT2#It looks like Joshua Brown has been cut.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Nice shot lands for River.
River misses with a right hand #TD#
and Brown counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brown is keen to just control but River is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Brown wants to work for an arm triangle but River is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
River slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
River 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.#T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now River is on top in guard. #REVB#
River trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brown not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brown keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
Brown has his hands on River's head, controlling the position.
Brown is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T2##SUB#
Brown is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so River is just riding it out for now. Brown eventually gives up the hold.
River gets full guard.
Brown looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
River working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brown doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brown manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
River keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully. #T3#
Brown pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
River is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Brown is aware though and is defending well.
Brown passes River's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Brown tries to pass to full mount but River defends it.
River has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Brown is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. River doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Brown.
River is trying to maintain the position but Brown is very close to passing his half guard.#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.
River won't allow Brown to pass to mount.
Brown works his way into full mount!
Brown controlling from mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River can't escape the position. #SUB#
Brown has hold of River's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and River manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kollaa River will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joshua Brown's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Brown on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Brown staying out of range there.#TD#
Brown shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Brown was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
Brown goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, River rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Brown's guard! Nice work there by River!
River advances position into side control!
River tries to advance to mount but Brown denies him.
Brown is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Brown is trying to control but River manages to pass to mount! #T1##SUB2#
River is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Brown has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Brown!
River is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Brown trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but River manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Brown is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Joshua Brown overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
River wants to pass the guard but Brown is keeping the position.#SUB#
Brown has his foot on River's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. River works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Brown keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Brown working for a triangle but River defends it easily.
River wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Brown keeping full guard, as River tries to pass. #SUB#
River got a little sloppy there for a moment and Brown has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, River has managed to get both his arms back between Brown's legs - danger averted.
River 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. #T3##SUB#
Brown looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Brown escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. River gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
River passes into half guard.
Brown wants to improve his position but River is controlling well.
Brown works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Brown keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Brown had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. River defends it easily.
River tries to free his leg and advance position but Brown is retaining full guard.
River pushing down on Brown's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
River wants to free his trapped foot but Brown is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
River is working for a kimura but Brown is defending it quite comfortably.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brown trying to control but River postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kollaa River will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Joshua Brown's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Brown shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says River as he avoids it easily.
River plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Brown shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as River sprawls well. River wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Brown gets slowly back to his feet.
River lands a front kick.
Brown tries for a takedown but River sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joshua Brown. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brown takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River lands a big head kick that sends Brown to the canvas! River follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
In defeat, Joshua Brown stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will learn from this!!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 15, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by River! #CUT#It looks like Henry Black Out has been cut.
We've been hearing reports that River has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Black Out looks winded!
Black Out dives in for a single leg takedown but River sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
River chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A slapping body kick lands there for River.
River scores with a nice head shot.#KD#
River cracks Black Out with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Black Out looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can River finish him? #ROC#Black Out is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River catches Black Out with a right, a left, a right. It's raining punches and Black Out forgot an umbrella! Another punch and he's down. This one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Kollaa River!
A very excited looking Kollaa River 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.
Henry Black Out was interviewed post fight and said 'He only won because he paid the referee in the fight. This guy couldn't find his way out of a paper bag in the grocery store.'.

Event: FARTMMA 80:
Date: Jan 18, 2020

#R1#
Brom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Brom avoids the body shot from River. #CL2#
River moves into the clinch.
River wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Brom fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Brom.
Brom doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
River lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Brom.
Brom misses with a hook from the clinch.
Brom blocks a body shot from River.
Brom misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Brom.
River tries to pull guard but Brom won't allow it.
River fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brom goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
River fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
I was talking to Brom's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Brom is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Brom tried to land a shot to the body but connects with River's elbow. #T1#
River is trying to pull guard but Brom turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
River doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A shot in the inside from River. #TD2#
River pulls guard effortlessly.
Brom showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
River wants to improve his position but instead Brom has moved into half guard.
Brom sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brom wants to pass the guard but River is defending well. #T2#
Brom prevents River from improving his position.#SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
River tries to get to full guard but Brom has control of the leg.
Brom stalling.
River tries to roll over but Brom keeps him under control.#T3#
River is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
River is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Brom's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Brom's back!#SUB2#
Brom defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
River is looking for a choke. Brom gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Brom manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard.
Brom preventing the sweep. #T4#
Brom 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.
River wants to sweep here but Brom controlling him for the moment.
River can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Brom controls the pace.#SUB2#
River working for a triangle but Brom defends it easily.
River not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kollaa River 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#
River throws a body shot but no joy.
Brom takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CUT2#
It looks like Eragon Brom has been cut.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
River connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Brom walks into a stiff left hand from River.
River is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Brom rather than just go for the knockout.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River misses with a body shot
and Brom counters with a body kick.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brom lands a jab to the nose.
River is looking to clinch.
Brom with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling River to score with a decent uppercut.
River misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Brom counters with a slapping leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River misses with a right hand
and Brom counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
River slips a straight right by Brom.
River punishes Brom's body with a nice straight punch.
River throws a body punch but Brom moves out of range.
River misses the jab.
Brom throws a quick counter head kick but River was just out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Brom misses the target.
A big left from Brom misses.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
River with a jab.
River takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Brom misses with a hook.
River misses with an uppercut
and Brom counters with a straight right hand.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Brom's shoulder, as Brom tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
River pushes Brom up against the cage in a clinch.
Brom takes a shot to the head. #TD2#
River pulls guard. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
River working for a triangle but Brom defends it easily. #SUB2#
Brom got a little sloppy there for a moment and River has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Brom has managed to get both his arms back between River's legs - danger averted.
River trying to keep a closed guard but Brom is proving a slippery customer.
Brom has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
River wants to sweep but no luck.
Brom knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for River on the ground.#SUB2#
River is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
River has his foot on Brom's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brom works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Brom pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
River looking for subs off his back but Brom has passed one foot through into half guard.
River won't allow Brom to pass to mount.
Still in half guard, Brom seems content to control.
The fighters are battling for position here. River manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
River is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Brom preventing the sweep.
Brom advances to half guard.
Brom is figuring out what he wants to do next.
River wants to control but Brom is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
River actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
River is looking for a sweep. Brom is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kollaa River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Eragon Brom's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - 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#
River moves to clinch but Brom breaks away
and Brom connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
River stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Brom takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Brom - that will leave a mark!
Brom swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River tries to counter with a clinch but Brom shakes him off and moves away.
Jab from River.
A punch combination from River misses.
River misses with a body shot
and Brom counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
River throws a shot from downtown. Brom moves away and avoids it.
Brom scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brom throws a head kick that half lands.
Kollaa River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brom lands with a slapping head kick. #T1#
River throws a right hand that misses
and Brom counters with a straight right hand.
A swing and a miss from River.
River uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Brom has time to react.
Brom throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
Brom waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
River looks to land a right hand but Brom moved out of range.
River fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
River lands a jab to Brom's midsection.
Brom moves out of range of the strikes.
River slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Brom moves away from the strike by River.
River misses with a right hand
letting Brom counter with a right hand. #T2#
A jab lands there for Brom.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! River has knocked Brom down with a huge combo! River steps away and waves a wobbly Brom back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Brom is rocked!
River connects with a single shot there.
Oh Brom is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Brom misses with an uppercut.
River throws a hook but Brom blocks it.
Brom walks straight into a right hand from River - that's dropped him! River jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Brom from any more punishment! Brom complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
Eragon Brom spoke after the fight, saying 'That sucked.'.

Event: FARTMMA 75: The Comeback
Date: Dec 15, 2019

#R1#
Gentil cracks a nice hook into River's ribs.
River cracks Gentil with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
River connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
River scores with a nice head shot.
River scores with a hook to the body. Gentil takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gentil gets cracked with a nice right hand there by River.
Gentil throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gentil throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
River lands with a straight right. Gentil didn't see that one coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gentil swings away with a leg kick that misses.
River avoids the body shot from Gentil.
Gentil throws a nice inside leg kick.
A punch lands to the side of Gentil 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River swings for the body but Gentil moves out of range.
Gentil fakes a jab and throws a low kick but River checks it well.
Gentil with a nice cross.
Gentil punishes River's body with a nice straight punch.
Gentil tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Gentil throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by River.
A jab from River misses.
Gentil fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Gentil throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
River blocks the body kick.
Gentil misses with a low kick.
Gentil tries to land a front kick but River steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
River misses the body punch
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gentil dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
River keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
River lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gentil throws a body kick that misses.
Gentil throws a front kick that sends River stumbling back into the cage.
River connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gentil's hands.
River checks a leg kick.
River was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
River scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nice defenses there by Gentil.
That kick from Gentil tenderised River's leg. River is trying to keep his angry face on.#T2#
River loads up on a big right hand but Gentil slips the punch.
A jab lands there for River.
Gentil showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from River.
River throws a sloppy body shot
and Gentil counters with a leg kick.
River missing with a left hand there. Gentil was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gentil on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
River misses with an uppercut. Gentil saw that one coming.
Gentil fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
River is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Gentil slips a straight right by River.
It seemed like Gentil was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Gentil throws a wild body kick that River sees coming a mile off.
A little feinted left hand from River on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Gentil delivers a nice body kick.
A swing and a miss from River.
Gentil tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and River is able to avoid easily.
Gentil throws a big shot that misses.
River definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Gentil's shoulder, as Gentil tries to avoid the shot.
River misses with a wild combination.
River is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3#
River scores with a jab. Gentil acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gentil moves away.
Gentil lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gentil.
River misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
River misses with an uppercut. Gentil saw that one coming.
River misses with a double jab.
Nice defenses there by River.
Gentil pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Gentil.
Gentil staying out of range there.
River takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
River moves out of range as Gentil throws a body kick.
Nice defenses there by River.
Gentil scores with a push 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!
Gentil lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T4#
River scores with a decent looking hook.
Gentil ducks right into an uppercut from River.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gentil was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
It seemed like Gentil was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice body kick there by Gentil.
River moves away from the strike by Gentil.
Gentil throws a sloppy head kick and River moves out of range easily.
Gentil swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River throws out a powerful jab.
Gentil scores with a nice body kick.
River blocks a jab.
River takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Gentil lands a body shot.
Jab, jab by Gentil - just one landing.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Gentil has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Gentil feints and then cracks River's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow River down.
Gentil avoids the body shot from River.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Paulo Gentil will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
River misses with an uppercut. Gentil saw that one coming.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as River checks a leg kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Gentil.
Gentil misses with a looping left.
Gentil misses with a body kick.
Gentil throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gentil on the wrong end of a nice hook.
River lands with an overhand left.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River blocks a low kick nicely.
River is looking to counter punch.
River will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Gentil misses with a body kick.
Gentil listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Gentil pushes River away with a front kick.
Gentil tests River's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gentil was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
River is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Gentil throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Gentil takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Paulo Gentil seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Gentil turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Gentil throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
River takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A slapping body kick lands there for Gentil.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Gentil lands a nice leg kick that just misses River's sensitive parts.
River takes a jab right on the kisser. #CUT2#
It looks like Kollaa River has been cut.
River loads up on a big right hand but Gentil slips the punch.
The crowd cheers as River lands an impressive looking overhand right. Gentil doesn't seem phased though.
Gentil lands a nice shot to the body.
Gentil throws a nice outside leg kick.
No joy there for River, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gentil swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gentil pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A jab from Gentil does it's job there.
River lands with a cross.
River lands a jab to the nose.#T2#
A shot to the liver by River. Beautiful body shot.
River lands with a nice body punch.
Gentil throws the kick towards the body but River avoids it.
Gentil ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gentil blocks a jab.
Gentil drops his hands momentarily and River takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
River fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Gentil throws a head kick that misses.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River lands with a straight right. Gentil didn't see that one coming.
River works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
River getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gentil avoids the body shot from River.
River moves out of range of the body kick.
River is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Gentil moves out of range as River strikes.
Gentil shapes to counter with a head kick.
River scores with a sloppy right hand. Gentil should have avoided that one. #T3#
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gentil.
Gentil follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
River throws a body punch but Gentil moves out of range.
A leg kick checked by River.
Gentil throws a solid leg kick but River takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Gentil.
Gentil tests River's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River defending well as Gentil loads up on a big left hand.
Gentil connects with the punch.
River slips under a jab.
Gentil bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Gentil momentarily.
Gentil throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
Gentil connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gentil thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gentil looking to land some kicks to the body here.
River takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gentil walks into a stiff left hand from River.
River jabs Gentil right on the nose. Gentil blinks but takes it well.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gentil ducks under a wild hook from River.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An inside leg kick from Gentil misses.
Gentil throws a sloppy head kick and River moves out of range easily.
River lands a glancing blow to the side of Gentil's head.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Gentil is just out of range.
River misses with an uppercut. Gentil saw that one coming.
Gentil throws a push kick but River slaps the foot to one side.
Gentil slips under a jab from River.
Crunch! Gentil slams his shin into River's torso.
River throws a hook but Gentil avoids it easily.
River checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River connects with a body shot that sends Gentil's belly button to the back.
Gentil fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt River.
River walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Gentil keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
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 Kollaa River will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kollaa River's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Gentil does a little dance to reset his feet.
River lands with a shot to the body.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gentil.
Gentil keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Gentil just misses with a punch to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gentil.
River loads up on a big right hand but Gentil slips the punch.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Gentil. River shrugs it off though.
A shot to the liver by Gentil. Beautiful body shot.
River lands a slapping body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Gentil takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Gentil tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gentil takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gentil throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
River misses with a hook. Gentil ducked under it nicely.
A jab from River misses.
A jab from Gentil misses.
Gentil lets loose with a powerful body kick. River will feel that in the morning.
Gentil displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as River throws out the jab.
River misses with a hook
and Gentil makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. River really felt that one!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A big right from Gentil misses.
Gentil misses with a low kick.
Gentil thuds his shin into the meat of River's side.
The fighters circling - Gentil throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gentil buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gentil connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The fighters circling - Gentil throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A solid body kick from Gentil.
Gentil jabs River to the body, keeping him at a distance.
River throws a hook but Gentil avoids it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River misses with a few strikes there. #T2#
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gentil tries a head kick but it misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Gentil.
Gentil uses good head movement to avoid the hook from River.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gentil.
Gentil counters with a body kick.
River loads up on a big right hand but Gentil slips the punch.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gentil uses good head movement to avoid the hook from River.
Gentil throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A good leg kick by Gentil.
Gentil throws a low kick but River moves out of range easily.
Gentil misses with a right hand
and River counters with a series of strikes. Gentil will be more careful next time no doubt.
River lands with a hook. Gentil tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Gentil throws a wild body kick that River sees coming a mile off.
Gentil has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
River throws a lazy right hand but Gentil sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
River throws a right and a left that both miss.
River works the jab nicely.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gentil scores with a body shot.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gentil was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
Gentil misses with a kick to the body.
Gentil goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Gentil throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A big left from River misses.
Jab from Gentil.
River swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Gentil counters with a solid body kick.
River moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
River throws a hook but Gentil avoids it easily.
Gentil takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Gentils jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
River slips a jab from Gentil.
Gentil ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gentil avoids a punch combination nicely.
Gentil steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
A combination from Gentil does no damage.
River takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gentil.
River throws a shot from downtown. Gentil moves away and avoids it.
River scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A swing and a miss from River.
Gentil smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Gentil lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Gentil shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gentil throws a head kick but River moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and River tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Paulo Gentil.
Well Gentil 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 Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Paulo Gentil!
Paulo Gentil bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: FARTMMA 66
Date: Oct 12, 2019

#R1#
O Sullivan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Zatsch looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
O Sullivan with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Zatsch to score with a decent uppercut.
O Sullivan looks to score with a jab to the body but Zatsch is just out of range.
O Sullivan loads up on a big right hand but Zatsch slips the punch.
O Sullivan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zatsch.
A big right from Zatsch misses.
O Sullivan doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
O Sullivan gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Zatsch.
O Sullivan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zatsch throws out the jab.
O Sullivan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
O Sullivan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zatsch moves away.
A swing and a miss from O Sullivan.
O Sullivan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
O Sullivan scores with a jab. Zatsch acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nice shot lands for O Sullivan.
This has been an exciting period of action!
O Sullivan cracks Zatsch with a right hand to the side of the head.
O Sullivan throws the left hand but Zatsch avoids the punch easily.
It looked like Zatsch wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Zatsch throws a lazy right hand but O Sullivan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
O Sullivan clinches up against the cage.
O Sullivan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Zatsch lands a knee to the body.
O Sullivan swings wildly with an uppercut but Zatsch uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
O Sullivan throws a punch but it's blocked by Zatsch. #BC#
Zatsch manages to break the clinch.
O Sullivan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
O Sullivan moves out of range of the strikes.
Zatsch misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Zatsch misses.
O Sullivan scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Zatsch doesn't seem bothered though.
Nice uppercut there from Zatsch.
Zatsch avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Zatsch ducks under a wild hook from O Sullivan.
Zatsch misses with an uppercut.
Zatsch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from O Sullivan! But no joy.
Zatsch lands with a right hand.
O Sullivan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Zatsch.
Zatsch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but O Sullivan was well out of range. Poor timing from Zatsch.
Zatsch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Zatsch throws a shot to the body.
O Sullivan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Zatsch closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
O Sullivan throws a body shot but no joy.
A slow jab from O Sullivan misses its intended target.
O Sullivan missing with a left hand there. Zatsch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
O Sullivan misses with a wild body shot.
Zatsch throws an overhand right that lands on O Sullivan's shoulder, as O Sullivan tries to avoid the shot.
Mutt Zatsch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
O Sullivan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
O Sullivan looks to score with a jab to the body but Zatsch is just out of range.
Zatsch comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Zatsch throws a body punch but O Sullivan moves out of range.
O Sullivan doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
O Sullivan connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
O Sullivan misses with a hook. Zatsch ducked under it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from O Sullivan. Zatsch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Zatsch throws a body punch but O Sullivan moves out of range.
O Sullivan tries to counter with a clinch but Zatsch shakes him off and moves away.
Zatsch with a hook.
Zatsch scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. O Sullivan doesn't seem bothered though.
A big right from Zatsch misses.
O Sullivan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zatsch throws out the jab.
A jab from Zatsch misses.
Zatsch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Zatsch misses the target.
Zatsch misses with a body shot. #T3#
Zatsch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but O Sullivan manages to avoid it.
Zatsch throws a shot from downtown. O Sullivan moves away and avoids it.
A combination from O Sullivan does no damage.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
O Sullivan connects with the punch.
Zatsch works the jab nicely.
O Sullivan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Zatsch lands with an overhand left.
O Sullivan takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Zatsch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from O Sullivan.
Zatsch misses with a straight right.
Zatsch lunges at O Sullivan with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by O Sullivan's hand.
Zatsch avoids the body shot from O Sullivan.
A looping hook to the body misses from O Sullivan. Zatsch does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters circling - Zatsch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Zatsch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Zatsch throws a hook but O Sullivan blocks it.
O Sullivan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
O Sullivan moves out of range as Zatsch strikes.
A little jabbing left from O Sullivan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zatsch throws an overhand right that lands on O Sullivan's shoulder, as O Sullivan tries to avoid the shot.
O Sullivan throws out a counter right but Zatsch avoids it with no problem.
Zatsch throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T4#
O Sullivan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zatsch manages to avoid it.
Zatsch throws the left hand but O Sullivan avoids the punch easily.
O Sullivan tries to move into range but Zatsch moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Zatsch lands with a nice body punch.
Zatsch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
O Sullivan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zatsch.#CL#
O Sullivan gets tackled into the cage by Zatsch. Zatsch maintains the clinch.
Zatsch fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Zatsch misses with a short punch on the inside.
O Sullivan working aggressively here.
O Sullivan swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Knees to the body from Zatsch.
O Sullivan jumps guard but Zatsch stands there with O Sullivan around his waist. O Sullivan gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
O Sullivan scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#TD2#
O Sullivan pulls Zatsch into guard.
Zatsch 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mutt Zatsch dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Zatsch lands a head shot.
Zatsch ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Zatsch lands a body shot.
O Sullivan takes a swing at Zatsch's ribcage but misses.
O Sullivan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zatsch moves away.
O Sullivan throws the left hand but Zatsch avoids the punch easily.
O Sullivan lands a nice hook to Zatsch's body. Zatsch takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
O Sullivan moves out of range of the strikes.
O Sullivan throws a hook but Zatsch avoids it easily.
Zatsch throws a lazy right hand but O Sullivan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Zatsch just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Sullivan throws a jab but it's blocked by Zatsch.
O Sullivan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Zatsch connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! O Sullivan scrambles back to his feet.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Zatsch here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Zatsch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
O Sullivan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Zatsch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that O Sullivan can do to turn this around?
Zatsch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but O Sullivan manages to avoid it.
O Sullivan tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zatsch shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Zatsch swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Zatsch throws a hook but O Sullivan blocks it.
Zatsch bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Zatsch throws a big shot that misses.
Zatsch jabs at O Sullivan's body.
Zatsch is looking to clinch.
Zatsch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. O Sullivan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
O Sullivan looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice uppercut there from Zatsch.
Zatsch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from O Sullivan. #CL#
Zatsch clinches up against the cage.
Zatsch throws a blind hook that connects with the side of O Sullivans head.
Zatsch landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Zatsch throws a punch but it's blocked by O Sullivan.
O Sullivan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Knees in the clinch landing for Zatsch.
O Sullivan blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from O Sullivan fails to land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zatsch lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Zatsch lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down O Sullivan.
Zatsch tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
O Sullivan jumps guard but Zatsch turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Zatsch lands a hook to the side of the head.
Zatsch connects with a knee to the head.
Zatsch cracks O Sullivan with a nice body shot.
Zatsch has a couple of punches blocked by O Sullivan.
O Sullivan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Zatsch is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A right handed body shot lands from Zatsch.
O Sullivan fails to pull guard.
Mutt Zatsch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nate O Sullivan.
O Sullivan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Still in the clinch, Zatsch scores with a nice short uppercut.
Zatsch putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has O Sullivan in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
O Sullivan jumps guard but Zatsch stands there with O Sullivan around his waist. O Sullivan gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Zatsch missing with knees to the body.
Zatsch blocks an uppercut.
O Sullivan has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Zatsch seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if O Sullivan can turn it around.
O Sullivan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Zatsch is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. O Sullivan is defending well for now.
O Sullivan misses with the head strike. #T3#
Zatsch is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
O Sullivan is trying to pull guard but Zatsch has him pressed against the cage.
Zatsch lands a hook that snaps the head of O Sullivan backwards.
A right hand to the body from O Sullivan.
A nice right hand lands inside from Zatsch.
Zatsch misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from O Sullivan.
Zatsch misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Zatsch lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of O Sullivan backwards.
Zatsch with an attempt at a knee that misses.
O Sullivan lands a right hand that snaps the head of Zatsch backwards. #TD2#
O Sullivan pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zatsch advances position into side control!
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.
O Sullivan is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
O Sullivan sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zatsch controlling the pace.
Zatsch'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.
Zatsch passes to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mutt Zatsch dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Zatsch throws a body punch but O Sullivan moves out of range.
O Sullivan scores with a sloppy right hand. Zatsch should have avoided that one.
Zatsch digs a good hook to O Sullivan's body. #CL#
Zatsch closes the distance and pushes O Sullivan back into the cage.
O Sullivan struggles to land a body shot inside as Zatsch controls his hands.
O Sullivan lands on the inside with an uppercut.
O Sullivan tries a body shot but Zatsch blocks it.
O Sullivan misses with a short punch on the inside.
O Sullivan throws a head punch that misses.
Zatsch working aggressively here.
Zatsch with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Mutt Zatsch has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Zatsch lands with a short punch from the clinch.
O Sullivan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Zatsch scores with a nice hook to the head.
Zatsch lands an uppercut.
O Sullivan tries to pull guard but Zatsch forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
O Sullivan is trying to pull guard but Zatsch turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD2#
O Sullivan jumps guard and drags Zatsch to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Zatsch postures up.
Zatsch wants to pass the guard but O Sullivan is keeping the position.#T1#
Zatsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Zatsch passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Zatsch is looking to take a break and control but O Sullivan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
O Sullivan seems a little lost for a moment, as Zatsch dominates the positioning.
Zatsch tries to move to mount but O Sullivan blocks the move with his legs.
O Sullivan being controlled for a moment.
Nate O Sullivan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
O Sullivan is trying to improve his position.
O Sullivan is letting Zatsch control him for a moment.
Zatsch is looking to take a break and control but O Sullivan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
O Sullivan trying to remain calm as Zatsch controls from the top position.
O Sullivan tries to bench press Zatsch off him but Zatsch keeps the position.
A lull in the action here.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
O Sullivan fails in his attempt to clinch.
Zatsch lands with an overhand left.
O Sullivan throws an overhand right that lands on Zatsch's shoulder, as Zatsch tries to avoid the shot.
Zatsch throws a big shot that misses.
O Sullivan is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Zatsch scores with a body shot. #T4#
O Sullivan throws a hook but Zatsch blocks it.
Zatsch lands with a nice body punch.
Zatsch connects with a body shot that sends O Sullivan's belly button to the back.
The fighters circling - O Sullivan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
O Sullivan tries to clinch but Zatsch moves out of range.
Zatsch connects with a looping right hand.
Zatsch loads up on a big right hand but O Sullivan slips the punch.
O Sullivan looks to land a right hand but Zatsch moved out of range.
Zatsch comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
O Sullivan throws a lazy uppercut
and Zatsch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
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!
Zatsch works O Sullivan's body with a nice hook.
O Sullivan looks to throw the jab but Zatsch is out of range.
Zatsch misses with a hook.
A little jabbing left from O Sullivan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
O Sullivan lands a jab to the nose.
Zatsch throws out a loose jab but O Sullivan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Zatsch scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mutt Zatsch is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Zatsch scores with a sloppy right hand. O Sullivan should have avoided that one.
Zatsch looks to score with a jab to the body but O Sullivan is just out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mutt Zatsch showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Zatsch 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mutt Zatsch!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 12, 2018

#R1#
Burns misses with an uppercut.
An attempted straight right counter from O Sullivan misses the target.
Burns pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burns takes a jab right on the kisser.
A jab lands there for O Sullivan.
O Sullivan connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
O Sullivan misses with a looping left.
Burns throws an ugly left hook that misses
and O Sullivan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Burns misses with a hook. O Sullivan ducked under it nicely.
O Sullivan scores with a shot to the body.
O Sullivan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Burns.
A telegraphed right hand from O Sullivan misses the target.
O Sullivan slips under a jab from Burns.
O Sullivan has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Arcalimon Top Team in the buildup to the fight.
Burns throws a hook to the side of O Sullivan's head but O Sullivan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
O Sullivan throws an off balance right hand
and Burns counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Nate O Sullivan has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burns walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Burns avoids the body shot from O Sullivan.
O Sullivan scores with a sloppy right hand. Burns should have avoided that one.
O Sullivan misses the shot to the body.
Burns looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Burns misses with a lunging right hand
and O Sullivan counters with a straight right hand.
O Sullivan needs to keep his hands up - Burns had a free shot at his head there.
Burns lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
O Sullivan lands with a straight right. Burns didn't see that one coming.
Burns lands a lovely overhand right.
O Sullivan moves out of range of the strikes.
O Sullivan is looking to counter punch.
Burns throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
O Sullivan punishes Burns's body with a nice straight punch.
O Sullivan smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
O Sullivan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Burns 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.
Burns thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Burns throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Burns avoids the body shot from O Sullivan.
Burns misses with a looping right.
Burns throws a shot from downtown. O Sullivan moves away and avoids it.
O Sullivan scores with a hook to the body. Burns takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
O Sullivan missing with a left hand there. Burns was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
Burns scores with a body shot.
O Sullivan fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Burns looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nate O Sullivan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burns throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Burns misses.
O Sullivan tries to clinch but Burns is having none of it.
Burns avoids a punch combination nicely.
Burns misses with a hook.
O Sullivan lands a nice looking body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for O Sullivan. That snapped Burns's head back.
O Sullivan lands a slapping body shot.
O Sullivan just misses with a punch to the body.
Burns swings widly with a right hand
and O Sullivan counters with a straight right hand.
Burns takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Burns fakes high and swings low for a body shot but O Sullivan manages to avoid it.
Burns avoids the body shot from O Sullivan. #T3#
Burns moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Burns throws an uppercut from half a mile away. O Sullivan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Burns takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Burns scores with the left hand. O Sullivan knows he should have avoided that one.
Burns avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slow jab from Burns misses its intended target.
Burns waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract O Sullivan.
Burns throws a right hand that misses
and O Sullivan counters with a right hand to the body.
O Sullivan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Burns throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Burns misses.
Burns has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Burns slips a straight right by O Sullivan.
O Sullivan lands a slapping body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Burns walks into a jab.
O Sullivan misses with a straight right.
O Sullivan blocks a jab.#T4#
O Sullivan comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
O Sullivan takes a shot right to the bread basket.
O Sullivan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Burns fakes high and swings low for a body shot but O Sullivan manages to avoid it.
Some wild striking there from O Sullivan.
Burns takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
O Sullivan throws a series of punches but Burns moves out of range.
O Sullivan blocks a jab.
O Sullivan looks to land a combination. Burns sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Burns throws a hook but O Sullivan blocks it.
O Sullivan tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Burns manages to circle out of the way.
Burns misses with a straight right.
The fighters circling - O Sullivan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Burns throws out a counter right but O Sullivan avoids it with no problem.
O Sullivan throws a combination. Burns tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nate O Sullivan dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nate O Sullivan's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
O Sullivan throws a right hand that misses
letting Burns counter with a right hand.
O Sullivan lands with a good body shot.
Burns throws a lazy uppercut
and O Sullivan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Burns misses the target.
O Sullivan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Burns can do to turn this around?
A looping hook to the body misses from O Sullivan. Burns does a little dance to reset his feet.
O Sullivan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Burns.
O Sullivan throws a body punch but Burns moves out of range.
O Sullivan moves out of range as Burns strikes.
O Sullivan scores with a shot to the body.
O Sullivan moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Burns throws a hook but O Sullivan blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Sullivan takes a swing at Burns's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Burns on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Burns throws a hook but O Sullivan avoids it easily.
O Sullivan works the jab nicely.
O Sullivan throws a body punch but Burns moves out of range.
Burns throws out a counter right but O Sullivan avoids it with no problem.
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 Burns misses.
Burns throws a hook to the side of O Sullivan's head but O Sullivan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
O Sullivan walks into a straight right hand from Burns.
Burns looks to land a left hand but O Sullivan moved out of range nicely.
O Sullivan lands a slapping body shot.
O Sullivan scores with a shot to the body.
Burns misses with a body shot
enabling O Sullivan to counter with a crisp jab.
Burns throws a hook but O Sullivan blocks it.
O Sullivan moves out of range as Burns strikes.
Burns throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
O Sullivan uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
O Sullivan scores with a nice strike.
A looping hook to the body misses from Burns. O Sullivan does a little dance to reset his feet.
O Sullivan throws a left and a right that both miss
and Burns connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
O Sullivan lands a jab to Burns's midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
O Sullivan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nate O Sullivan is winning the standup battle so far.
Burns throws a shot to the body. #T2#
Burns bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps O Sullivan's head backwards.
O Sullivan moves into range and connects with a jab.
O Sullivan defending well as Burns loads up on a big left hand.
A lazy left from Burns finds it's target.
Burns scores with a jab. O Sullivan acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
O Sullivan slips under a jab.
O Sullivan throws a hook to the side of Burns's head but Burns sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
O Sullivan sizes up Burns with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Burns drops his hands momentarily and O Sullivan takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Burns takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
O Sullivan slips a jab from Burns.
Burns thows a left - swing and a miss!
Burns circles away from the clinch attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Burns. O Sullivan does a little dance to reset his feet.
O Sullivan connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
O Sullivan moves into range and connects with a jab. #T3#
O Sullivan works the jab nicely.
Burns walks into a stiff left hand from O Sullivan.
Burns is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
O Sullivan throws a hook but Burns avoids it easily.
Burns keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Burns is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by O Sullivan.
A counter left hand to the body from O Sullivan misses its target.
Burns keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
O Sullivan slips a straight right by Burns.
O Sullivan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Burns.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
O Sullivan lands a head shot.
O Sullivan connects with a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from O Sullivan. Burns does a little dance to reset his feet.
Burns jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Burns missing with a left hand there. O Sullivan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
O Sullivan swinging wildly here. #T4#
O Sullivan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
O Sullivan works the jab nicely.
O Sullivan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Burnss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
O Sullivan misses with a straight left.
The fighters circling - O Sullivan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Burns throws a hook but O Sullivan blocks it.
A shot to the body from Burns misses
and O Sullivan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Burns lands a glancing blow to the side of O Sullivan's head.
O Sullivan misses with a body shot.
O Sullivan moves away from the strike by Burns.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
O Sullivan lands a nice shot that snaps Burns's head back.
Burns misses with an uppercut. O Sullivan saw that one coming.
O Sullivan cracks Burns with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by O Sullivan.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nate O Sullivan dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Nate O Sullivan's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Burns showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from O Sullivan.
Burns is clearly trying to counter these attacks from O Sullivan with a body shot.
Burns misses with a looping right.
A jab from Burns finds it's way through O Sullivan's defenses.
O Sullivan throws a jab when Burns was well out of range.
O Sullivan fails with an attempt to clinch.
O Sullivan throws out a loose jab but Burns uses good head movement to avoid it.
O Sullivan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Burns.
Burns comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Burns rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and O Sullivan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Burns uses good head movement to avoid the hook from O Sullivan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Sullivan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
O Sullivan cracks Burns with an open hand slap.
The fight stays on the outside here - O Sullivan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
O Sullivan fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Burns looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T1#
O Sullivan throws a shot from downtown. Burns moves away and avoids it.
O Sullivan looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
O Sullivan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Burns throws out the jab.
O Sullivan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Burns has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
O Sullivan slips under a jab from Burns.
Burns scores with a body shot.
O Sullivan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Burns waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract O Sullivan.
Burns is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by O Sullivan.
Burns fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
O Sullivan throws a body punch but Burns moves out of range.
O Sullivan scores with a jab. Burns acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
O Sullivan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Burns throws out the jab.
A slow jab from Burns misses its intended target.
O Sullivan is looking to counter punch.
Bobby Burns has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
O Sullivan lands with a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Burns is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by O Sullivan.
A left lands for Burns.
O Sullivan jabs Burns to the body, keeping him at a distance.
O Sullivan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Burns swings and misses with a shot to the body
and O Sullivan counters with a stiff right hand.
Burns takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Burns throws the left hand but O Sullivan avoids the punch easily.
Good standup being displayed there by Burns as he connects with a hook.
A jab from Burns finds it's way through O Sullivan's defenses.
O Sullivan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Burns shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Burns misses with a lunging right hand
and O Sullivan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
O Sullivan scores with a hook to the body. Burns takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Burns slips under a jab.
Burns appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Burns throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
O Sullivan scores with a shot to the body.
Burns waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract O Sullivan.
A quick step to the side and O Sullivan tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burns misses with an uppercut. O Sullivan saw that one coming.
O Sullivan throws a good cross that connects.
O Sullivan connects with a looping right hand.
Burns takes a body punch but keeps moving.
O Sullivan's corner calls for a 1-2. O Sullivan obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for O Sullivan. That snapped Burns's head back.
Burns takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
O Sullivan scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from O Sullivan does it's job 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!
Good shot there by O Sullivan.
Burns takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nice shot by O Sullivan.
Nice defenses there by Burns.#T4#
Burns throws an overhand right that lands on O Sullivan's shoulder, as O Sullivan tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like O Sullivan was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Burns.
Burns misses with a lunging right hand
and O Sullivan counters with a lovely shot to the body.
O Sullivan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Burnss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Burns throws a good cross that connects.
Good exchange - O Sullivan coming out on top.
A slow jab from Burns misses its intended target.
It looked like O Sullivan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Burns misses with a telegraphed body shot
and O Sullivan counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Good shot there by O Sullivan.
O Sullivan throws a series of punches but Burns moves out of range.
Burns looks like he wants to counter punch here.
O Sullivan connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Burns momentarily.
Nice shot lands for O Sullivan.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
O Sullivan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
O Sullivan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burns bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Burns on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Burns tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but O Sullivan was well out of range. Poor timing from Burns.
O Sullivan throwing a counter right hand but Burns manages to avoid it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nate O Sullivan!
Nate O Sullivan tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 02, 2018

#R1#
O Sullivan scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Thompson throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Thompson ducks right into an uppercut from O Sullivan.
O Sullivan fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Thompson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Thompson dodges the punch combination from O Sullivan.
Thompson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
O Sullivan punishes Thompson's body with a nice straight punch.
Thompson throws a sloppy head kick and O Sullivan moves out of range easily.
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!
O Sullivan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
O Sullivan connects with a nice looking jab.
O Sullivan fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nate O Sullivan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
O Sullivan scores with a body shot.
O Sullivan lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
O Sullivan lands with an uppercut that bounces Thompson off the cage and back into range.
Thompson lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T1#
Thompson throws a leg kick which misses O Sullivan's front leg but catches the back leg as O Sullivan tries to avoid it.
O Sullivan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Thompson throws a body shot but no joy.
O Sullivan is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Thompson rather than just go for the knockout.
O Sullivan thuds his right hand into Thompson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Thompson misses with a series of wild punches.
Thompson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
O Sullivan uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Thompson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
O Sullivan lands a nice looking body shot.
A right-left combo lands from O Sullivan.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thompson drops his hands momentarily and O Sullivan takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Thompson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
O Sullivan bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Thompson's head backwards.
Thompson throws a head kick that misses
enabling O Sullivan to counter with a crisp jab.
Thompson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T2#
Thompson tries to clinch but O Sullivan moves out of range.
Thompson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling O Sullivan to score with a decent uppercut.
O Sullivan lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Thompson at a distance.
Thompson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Thompson tries a head kick but it misses.
O Sullivan wants to counter with a clinch but Thompson pushes him away.
O Sullivan clobbers Thompson with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
O Sullivan is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Thompson had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Thompson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but O Sullivan was well out of range. Poor timing from Thompson.
O Sullivan lands a jab.
Good shot there by O Sullivan.#ROC2#
Thompson is rocked!
Thompson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
O Sullivan staying out of range there.
Thompson tries to clinch but O Sullivan moves out of range.
Thompson scoring well with a low kick there.
The fighters circle momentarily. O Sullivan darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
O Sullivan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
O Sullivan cracks Thompson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
O Sullivan lands a glancing blow to the side of Thompson's head.
Thompson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jab by O Sullivan.
Thompson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
O Sullivan lands a jab to Thompson's midsection.
O Sullivan connects with a nice looking jab.
O Sullivan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
O Sullivan throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL2#
O Sullivan closes the distance and clinches.
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!
O Sullivan lands a hook that snaps the head of Thompson backwards.
O Sullivan working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Oh Thompson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
O Sullivan lands an uppercut.#TD2#
O Sullivan pulls guard successfully. #SUB2#
O Sullivan has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Thompson doesn't defend quickly enough and O Sullivan has managed to lock this one up! Can Thompson escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to O Sullivan on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Nate O Sullivan!
Nate O Sullivan bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

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