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Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 269     
Date:   Jul 19, 2023
#R1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Line.
Line tries to land a body kick
and Mammadov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Line throws a lazy uppercut
and Line takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice uppercut lands for Line. That snapped Mammadov's head back.
Mammadov walks into a left hand.
A good leg kick by Line.
Line throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Line throws a poor cross that misses
and Mammadov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Mammadov dives in and scores a takedown into Line's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Line keeping moving, preventing Mammadov from controlling successfully.
Mammadov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Line keeping moving, preventing Mammadov from controlling successfully.
Mammadov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Mammadov trying to control the position from guard on top but Line is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mammadov throwing strikes but missing.
Mammadov pushes down on Line's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Mammadov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Mammadov is trying to work for a kimura but Line is defending well.
Mammadov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Line preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Mammadov seems to be working for a kimura but Line defends the submission attempt.#T2##SUB#
Mammadov seems to be working for a kimura but Line defends the submission attempt.
Line regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Mammadov.
Line keeping moving, preventing Mammadov from controlling successfully.
Mammadov throwing strikes but missing.
Mammadov throws an elbow that misses. Line uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Mammadov's guard. Nice move by Line!#REVB##T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Line controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Mammadov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Line defends it easily.#SUB#
Mammadov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Line must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Line trying to control but Mammadov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Mammadov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Line can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Mammadov looking for a guillotine here but Line defends easily.
Mammadov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Mammadov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Line doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Line manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Line is looking to work some ground and pound but Mammadov has wrist control.
Line throwing strikes but missing.
Mammadov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Line got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mammadov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Line has managed to get both his arms back between Mammadov's legs - danger averted.
Line postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Line content to stall in guard here.
Mammadov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yusuf Mammadov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Mammadov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Line takes a swing at Mammadov's ribcage but misses.
Mammadov walks into a straight right hand from Line.
A big left from Line misses.
Line misses with an uppercut.
Mammadov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mammadov misses with a body shot.
Mammadov throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Mammadov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Line's sensitive parts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line throws a jab but it's blocked by Mammadov.
Line misses the body punch
and Mammadov counters with a good low kick that Line was not able to check.
Mammadov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Line swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Line swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mammadov throws a body punch but Line moves out of range. #T1#
Line is looking to slow Mammadov down with leg kicks.
Line comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mammadov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mammadov misses with a head kick.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sloppy strikes from Mammadov. Those never looked like landing.
No joy there for Line, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Line looks to land a combination but Mammadov avoids it well.
Mammadov is looking to clinch but Line is avoiding it. #CL#
Mammadov instigates a clinch.
Mammadov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mammadov lands a body punch. #TD#
Mammadov gets control of Line's arms and successfully pulls guard. Mammadov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T2##SUB#
Mammadov looking for a guillotine here but Line defends easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Line has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Mammadov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Line is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Mammadov pulls down on the head and he's put Line to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Yusuf Mammadov!
Yusuf Mammadov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 264     
Date:   Jun 30, 2023
#R1#
Line takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rahman.
Line bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Line on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Line misses with a looping left.
Line changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rahman throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Line defending well as Rahman loads up on a big left hand.
Line pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rahman is out of range and Line settles back down.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Line, as that shot connected.
The fighters circling - Rahman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A low kick lands for Line.
A telegraphed right hand from Rahman misses the target.
Rahman closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT2#It looks like Mareth Line has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rahman throws a right hand that misses
and Line counters with a stiff right hand.
Line walks into a stiff left hand from Rahman.
Line steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rahman.
Rahman misses with a left hand
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Line fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Line throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Rahman's head.#CUT#It looks like Abdul Rahman has been cut.
Line bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Line tried to counter with a leg kick but Rahman avoided it.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rahman.
Rahman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Line misses with a body shot.
Line throws a nice outside leg kick.
Line swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rahman misses with a left hand
and Rahman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Line moves away from the strike by Rahman.
Rahman connects with a crisp jab.
Rahman thuds his right hand into Line's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Rahman moves out of range easily.
Rahman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
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!
Rahman walks into a jab.
Line jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Line has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T2#
Line takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Line lands with a kick to the ribs.
Rahman moves out of range as Line strikes.
Line moves forwards but Rahman connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Rahman 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.
Line lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Line takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rahman tests Line's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rahman throws the left hand but Line avoids the punch easily.
A shot to the liver by Rahman. Beautiful body shot.
It looks like Line has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Line lands a leg kick that knocks Rahman off balance momentarily.
Line cracks Rahman with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rahman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rahman blocks the body kick.
Rahman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
Rahman scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #T3#
Line scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rahman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Line avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rahman scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Rahman throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot.
Rahman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Line.
It seemed like Rahman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rahman cracks Line with a good jab.
Line takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Rahman throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Line fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rahman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rahman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Line.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Line tests Rahman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rahman lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Line circles away quickly and effectively.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rahman moves away.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Line. #T4#
Rahman looks to land a left hand but Line moved out of range nicely.
Rahman throws out a loose jab but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line dodges the punch combination from Rahman.
Line scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A head kick misses from Line.
Rahman misses with a double jab
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Line throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rahman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Line walks into a straight right hand from Rahman.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Line throws a big shot that misses.
Rahman throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Line to counter with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Abdul Rahman will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Line throws a lazy right hand but Rahman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rahman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line blocks a jab.
Line jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
A low kick lands for Line.
Rahman looks to land a combination. Line sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Line defending well as Rahman loads up on a big left hand.
Rahman takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Rahman moves forwards but Line connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Line cracks Rahman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Rahman throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Line on the side of the head.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rahman.
Line looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed right hand from Line misses the target.
Rahman lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Rahman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line misses with an attempted mid kick.
Line has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T1#
Line misses with a body shot.
Good exchange - Rahman coming out on top.
Line with a nice cross.
Nice jab there from Line.
A solid leg kick lands there for Line.
Line takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Line lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A punch combination from Rahman misses.
Line throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rahman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Rahman throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Line does it's job there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rahman throws a lazy uppercut
and Line counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Rahman is rocked!
Line closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Rahman! Line dives in looking to finish! Rahman is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mareth Line!
An out of breath Mareth Line thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 260     
Date:   Jun 16, 2023
#R1#
Line connects with a body shot.
Line lands with a right hand.
Barbosa moves in looking to clinch but Line pushes him off.
Barbosa tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Line paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Barbosa is looking to slow Line down with leg kicks. #CL2#
Barbosa closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Line breaks from the clinch.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Antonio Barbosa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Barbosa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Barbosa lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Line backwards.
Barbosa lands with a left to the head.
Line tries to circle away but Barbosa has him pinned against the cage.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barbosa working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Barbosa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Barbosa lands a right hand.
Barbosa throws a punch but it's blocked by Line.
Line tries to break free but Barbosa pushes him back against the cage.
Line wants to break free but Barbosa has control.
Line wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T1##BC#
Line escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Barbosa tries to close the distance and clinch up but Line swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Line appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Barbosa closes the distance and pushes Line back into the cage.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbosa misses with a body punch.
Barbosa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barbosa has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Line seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Barbosa can turn it around.
A nice left hand lands by Barbosa.
Line is looking to control Barbosa's arms but Barbosa gets an underhook and turns him. Now Line has his back to the cage.
Line is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Barbosa misses with a punch on the inside.
Barbosa lands with a short shot to the head.
Line tries to circle away but Barbosa has him pinned against the cage.
Barbosa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Barbosa tries to clinch up but Line circles away and keeps his distance.
Line looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Barbosa tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Line paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Barbosa moves away from the strike by Line.
A little jabbing left from Barbosa on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Line.
Line throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
Barbosa clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Line escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Line circles away from the clinch attempt
and Line counters with a left and a right that stings Barbosa.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barbosa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Line scores with a nice right hand. #CL2#
Barbosa has closed the distance and engaged Line in a clinch.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbosa misses with a body punch.
Barbosa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Line blocking some punches.
Line prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
A short right from Barbosa.
Barbosa throws a head punch that misses.
Barbosa softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
Barbosa lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Barbosa throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lines head.
Line tries to break free but Barbosa pushes him back against the cage.
Barbosa tries to throw a body punch but Line avoids it by throwing Barbosa back against the cage.
Barbosa working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Barbosa lands a nice uppercut.
Line prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
Barbosa lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Barbosa lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Barbosa throws a shot from downtown. Line moves away and avoids it.
Barbosa fails in his attempt to clinch.
Line looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Barbosa tries to close the distance and clinch but Line swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Barbosa moves out of range easily.
Barbosa throws a head kick that Line semi-blocks. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Barbosa takes the fight into the clinch.
Barbosa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Line is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Barbosa has a couple of punches blocked by Line. #BC#
Line manages to break the clinch.
The fighters circling - Barbosa throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Line throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Barbosa rushes Line and presses him up against the cage.
Barbosa misses with some punches.
Line blocking some punches.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Line misses with a punch to the body.
Barbosa tries to throw a body punch but Line avoids it by throwing Barbosa back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Antonio Barbosa dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Line gets tackled into the cage by Barbosa. Barbosa maintains the clinch.
Nice body punch from Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a short punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Barbosa.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands.
Barbosa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands.
Line wants to break free but Barbosa has control.
Antonio Barbosa seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Barbosa lands with a right to the head.
A body shot lands from Barbosa.
A head punch on the inside from Barbosa fails to land.
Line slowing the pace effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Line is trying to break free.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbosa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Barbosa softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1#
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbosa tries a body shot but Line blocks it.
Barbosa keeps control of Line as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Line is trying to break free.
Barbosa throws a punch but it's blocked by Line.
Barbosa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Barbosa lands a hook to the side of the head.
Barbosa tries to work over Line's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Barbosa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Line's elbow.
Barbosa misses with a punch to the body.
Barbosa lands a body punch. #BC#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Barbosa has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Line digs a good hook to Barbosa's body.
Nice uppercut there from Line.
Barbosa tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Line paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Barbosa moves into the clinch.
Barbosa working aggressively here. #T2#
Barbosa tries a body shot but Line blocks it.
Barbosa lands an uppercut.#BC#
Line manages to break the clinch.
Barbosa lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Line circles away quickly and effectively.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbosa tries to close the distance and clinch but Line swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mareth Line is winning the standup battle so far.
Barbosa tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Line counters with a straight right hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Barbosa looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Barbosa moves into the clinch.
Barbosa pushes Line back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Barbosa working aggressively here.
Barbosa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Barbosa lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands. #T3#
Barbosa tries to work over Line's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Barbosa swings wildly with an uppercut but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Line wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Barbosa has him pressed against the cage.
Barbosa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Barbosa can't find room to land a body shot as Line controls the action.
Barbosa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Barbosa lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbosa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Line's elbow.
Barbosa misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Barbosa fails to land.
Line blocks an uppercut.
Barbosa throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lines head.
Barbosa misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Line blocks a body shot from Barbosa.
Line prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
Line blocks an uppercut.
Barbosa tries a body shot but Line blocks it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Barbosa.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Barbosa as Line tries to tie him up.
Line is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Line blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Barbosa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Barbosa working aggressively here.
Barbosa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with some punches.
Barbosa can't find room to land a body shot as Line controls the action.
Barbosa lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Antonio Barbosa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Line throws a shot from downtown. Barbosa moves away and avoids it.
Barbosa moves in looking to clinch but Line pushes him off.
Line misses with a head kick.
Line just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Barbosa closes the distance and clinches.
Line wants to break free but Barbosa has control.
Barbosa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Barbosa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Line's elbow.
Barbosa gets through Line's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Barbosa lands a shot to the body.
Line blocking some punches.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands.
Barbosa lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Line or not.
Barbosa has Line pressed against the cage, preventing Line from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Barbosa throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lines head. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Barbosa creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Barbosa misses with the head strike.
Barbosa lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Barbosa misses with a punch to the body.
Barbosa tries to throw a body punch but Line avoids it by throwing Barbosa back against the cage.
Line takes a shot to the head.
A short body shot lands from Barbosa as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Barbosa digs a right hand into Line's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Line's gas tank.
Line prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
Barbosa can't find room to land a body shot as Line controls the action.
Barbosa lands a shoulder strike.
A shot in the inside from Barbosa.
Line prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Barbosa drives through and clinches with Line against the cage. #T2#
Barbosa softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Line breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Barbosa moves into the clinch.
Line prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
Barbosa lands with a short shot to the head.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands.
Barbosa lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Line misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barbosa digs a right hand underneath Line's ribcage. Line let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Line has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A short body shot lands from Barbosa as the two fighters clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Barbosa creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Barbosa scores with a nice hook to the head.
Line blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Line.
Line wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T3#
Barbosa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Barbosa tries a body shot but Line blocks it.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands.
Barbosa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barbosa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Barbosa misses with a punch to the body.
Barbosa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Barbosa lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Line or not.
Antonio Barbosa is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Barbosa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Barbosa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Line blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Barbosa prevents Line from breaking the clinch.
Barbosa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Line's elbow.
A right handed body shot lands from Barbosa. #T4#
Barbosa tries to work over Line's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Barbosa throws a punch but it's blocked by Line.
Barbosa scores with a shoulder strike.
Barbosa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Barbosa tries to work over Line's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Line looks to land a left hand but Barbosa moved out of range nicely.
Line misses with a body shot
and Barbosa counters with a stiff right hand.
Barbosa lands a head kick! #CL2#
Barbosa forces Line back against the cage and clinches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a punch to the body.
Mareth Line has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Barbosa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Antonio Barbosa comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Barbosa 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 James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Antonio Barbosa!

Antonio Barbosa thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 255     
Date:   May 24, 2023
#R1#
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jako.
An attempted straight right counter from Jako misses the target.
Line misses with a body shot. #CL#
Jako moves into the clinch.
Line lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jako backwards. #BC2#
Line breaks from the clinch.
A thudding body kick lands there by Line!
Line checks a leg kick.
Jako uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Line has time to react.
Jako attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jako lands with an uppercut that bounces Line off the cage and back into range.
Line fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jako doesn't manage to clinch there - Line circles away.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Jako has managed to clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jako misses with a knee to the head.
Jako lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Line backwards.
Jako with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jako.
Line misses with a punch to the body.
Jako working aggressively here.
Jako looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Line wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Jako pushes off an throws an elbow but Line leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Line is trying to break free.
Jako tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jako tries to land a knee to the head but Line blocks with his arms.
Line blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Line blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Line takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Jako lands a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Line.
Jako misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Line is looking to break free of the clinch but Jako has double underhooks.
Jako fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Line is looking to chop away at Jako's legs.
Jako misses with a kick to the body
and Line counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Line slips a jab from Jako.
Jako throws a hook but Line blocks it.
Line throws a shot from downtown. Jako moves away and avoids it.
Jako takes one to the chin there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jako works Line's body with a nice hook.
Line throws a nice inside leg kick.
Line lands a head shot.
Jako throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Jako on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Line avoids the body shot from Jako.
Jako swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Line lands a right hook to the body. #T3#
Jako tries to land a leg kick but Line saw it coming and moves away.
Jako throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Line lands a jab.
Line pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Line digs a good hook to Jako's body.
Jako fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.
Jako takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Line tries to move into range but Jako moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Line takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nice shot lands for Line.
We've been told by Jako's head coaches at Hey Steves Fight Shack that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nice uppercut there from Line.
Jako misses with an uppercut. Line saw that one coming.
Line has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jako connects with a single shot there.
Jako waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Line.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Line, as that shot connected. #T4#
Nice defenses there by Line.
Jako staying out of range there.
Jako wants to clinch up but Line keeps it at a distance.
Line thinks about the counter body kick.
Line slips a straight right by Jako.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Line! But no joy.
Line has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Jako throws the kick towards the body but Line avoids it.
Jako steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Line.
Line connects with a body shot.
Jako fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Line cracks Jako with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Line misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jako.
Jako misses with an uppercut. Line saw that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Line displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jako throws out the jab.
Jako keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
Jako takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Line throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jako stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Line slips a straight right by Jako.
Line rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jako moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jako on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jako drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Line misses with a hook. Jako ducked under it nicely.
Jako is looking to counter with a body kick.
Line throws a jab but it's blocked by Jako.
Line lands a leg kick that knocks Jako off balance momentarily.
Jako connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Line tries a head kick but it misses.
Line throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Jako counters with an outside leg kick.
Jako tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jako misses the shot to the body.
Jako tries a head kick but it misses.
A punch lands to the side of Jako 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jako throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Line sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jako throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Jako scores with a nice right hand.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jako.
Jako scores with the left hand. Line knows he should have avoided that one.
Jako displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Line throws out the jab.
Line connects with a looping right hand.
Jab from Jako.
Jako misses with a body kick.
Line is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Jako takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jako lands a high kick!
Jako takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Donk. Jako catches Line right on the button with a cross.
Jako with a jab.
Line throws the kick towards the body but Jako avoids it.
Mareth Line seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jako throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Line is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jako with a body shot.
Jako goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T2#
Line lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jako takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Line bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jako's head backwards.
Jako throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Jako throws a body shot but no joy.
Jako scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Line lands a leg kick that knocks Jako off balance momentarily.
Jako slips a jab from Line.
Jako tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Line manages to circle out of the way.
An inside leg kick lands from Jako.
Jako misses with a kick to the body.
Line lands a nice shot that snaps Jako's head back.
Jako takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
An inside leg kick from Line misses.
Jako misses with a jab to the body
enabling Line to counter with a crisp jab.
Jako looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jako fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
Line throws a nice looking combination but Jako bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jako thinks about countering with a body kick.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Line thows a left - swing and a miss!
Line punishes Jako's body with a nice straight punch.
Jako looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Line was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Jako looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jako.
Jako swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Line slips a straight right by Jako.
Jako pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jako avoids a punch combination nicely.
A solid body kick from Line.
Jako swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Jako's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Line connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jako scrambles back to his feet.#T4#
Line lands a front kick.
Line gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jako walks into a straight right hand from Line.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jako.
Line throws a hook but Jako blocks it.
Jako throws a looping overhand right but Line ducks down to avoid it.
Jako tries to clinch but Line is having none of it.
Line darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jako moves out of range of the body kick from Line.
Jako swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jako misses with a lunging right hand
and Line cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Good leg kick by Line.
A nice leg kick lands there from Line.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big right from Jako misses.
Jako lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Line tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Line on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Jako tries to clinch but Line moves out of range.
Line connects with a looping right hand.
Jako connects with a solid leg kick.
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Jako moves out of range easily.
Line misses the shot to the body.
Jako tries to close the distance and clinch but Line swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jako throws a body kick that misses.
Line lands the left hand.
Jako lunges at Line with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Line's hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jako misses with a body shot
enabling Line to counter with a crisp jab.
Line connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jako tries to land a body kick
and Line makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jako just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Line tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jako was well out of range. Poor timing from Line.
Jako is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Line thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jako on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jako fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Line throws a head kick that misses.
Line looks for the body kick but Jako saw that one coming.
Jako lands a jab.
A slow jab from Jako misses its intended target.
Line throws a lazy right hand but Jako sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jako throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot.
Jako misses the jab.
Jako looks to land a right hand but Line moved out of range.
A big left from Jako misses.
Jako throws a shot from downtown. Line moves away and avoids it.
Khru Jako has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jako lands a head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Line throws the kick towards the body but Jako avoids it.
Nice shot lands for Jako.
Jako throws a lazy body kick
and Line counters with a series of strikes. Jako will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jako fails to land with a series of punches.
Jako tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jako on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Good leg kick by Jako.
A jab lands there for Jako.
Line uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jako throws a head kick that misses.
Jako throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot.
Jako misses with a straight left.
Jako is looking to clinch but Line is avoiding it. #T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Jako looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Line keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jako.
Line scores with a leg kick.
Jako rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Line counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Line throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Line moves into range and connects with a jab.
Line takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Jako misses with a body kick.
Line unleashes a big counter combination but Jako bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Jako tries to close the distance and clinch but Line swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jako is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Line takes a swing at Jako's ribcage but misses.
Jako waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Line.
Line throws out a counter right but Jako avoids it with no problem.
Jako misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Line.
Jako blocks a jab.
Line bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Line scores with a leg kick.
Line scores with a head kick. Jako tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jako throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jako throws a body kick that misses
and Line counters with a nice uppercut.
Line misses with a body shot.
Jako uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Nice cross by Line.
A jab from Jako misses.
Jako throws a nice head kick!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Line tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jako was well out of range. Poor timing from Line.
Line walks into a stiff left hand from Jako.
Line thuds a left hand into Jako's body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jako wants to slow Line down by chopping away at his legs.
Mareth Line is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A big right from Jako misses.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!

After winning the bout, Mareth Line thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 250     
Date:   Apr 30, 2023
#R1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Swanson.
Line moves out of range of the strikes.
Swanson misses with a hook.
A little feinted left hand from Line on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Swanson misses with a straight right.
Line blocks a jab.
Line blocks the body kick.
Line on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Line moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Swanson throws a body shot but no joy.
Line tried to score with a low kick but Swanson checks it.
Swanson staying out of range there.
Swanson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Swanson 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.
Swanson lands with a hook. Line tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Swanson throws a nice inside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Line swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Line defending well as Swanson loads up on a big left hand.
Line tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Swanson lands a head shot.
Swanson looks to land a right hand but Line moved out of range.#T1#
Swanson lands with an uppercut that bounces Line off the cage and back into range.
Swanson scores with a jab to the head.
Line misses with a looping right.
Line blocks a head kick by Swanson.
Swanson throws a big shot that misses.
Swanson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Line throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Swanson throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Line blocks a head kick by Swanson.
A big left from Line misses.
A little jabbing left from Swanson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A punch lands to the side of Swanson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Line tries a low kick but Swanson avoids it.
Swanson connects with the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Swanson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Line sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Line is looking to counter with head kicks.
Line turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Line connects with a body shot.
Line blocks the body kick. #T2#
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Swanson.
Line blocks the body kick.
Line lands a nice looking body shot.
A jab from Line does it's job there.
Swanson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Swanson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Line avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Swanson cracks Line with a right hand to the side of the head.
Swanson slips a straight right by Line.
Line misses with a head kick.
A jab lands there for Swanson.
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Line shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Line works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Line looks to land a left hand but Swanson moved out of range nicely.
Line slips under a jab.
Line ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Swanson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Swanson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Line on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Swanson throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Line takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A punch lands to the side of Swanson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Swanson fakes the leg kick and cracks Line in the body.
Line feints and then cracks Swanson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Swanson down.
Some bone on bone action there as Swanson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Swanson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Swanson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Swanson scores with a jab.
Swanson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Line.
Line takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
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!
Swanson moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Swanson.#T4#
Swanson looks to land a body kick but Line moved away.
Line tries a low kick but Swanson avoids it.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Swanson - that will leave a mark!
Nice body punch from Swanson.
Swanson misses with a straight right.
Line throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Swanson throws a jab but it's blocked by Line.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swanson.
Swanson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swanson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Line slips under a jab.
Line appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Swanson misses with a body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Swanson misses with a body shot.
Swanson misses with a low kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Swanson.
Swanson misses with a straight right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Benedicte Swanson dominated that round.
That's time! Line's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Swanson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Line ducks under a wild hook from Swanson.
Line moves out of range as Swanson strikes.
Line misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Swanson! But no joy.
Line will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Swanson throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Swanson checks a leg kick.
Line thows a left - swing and a miss!
Swanson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Line throws out the jab.
Swanson throws out a counter right but Line avoids it with no problem.
Swanson slips a jab from Line.
Line throws a push kick but Swanson slaps the foot to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line avoids the head kick by Swanson.
Nice body punch from Line.
Swanson throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot.
Line closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
Line swings away with a body shot that misses
and Swanson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Swanson looks to land a left hand but Line moved out of range nicely.
Line on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Line slips a straight right by Swanson.
Nice body kick from Line.
Swanson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Swanson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Line waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Swanson.
Swanson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Line.
Line slips under a jab from Swanson.
Line tries to land a front kick but Swanson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Swanson throws out a counter right but Line avoids it with no problem.
Swanson throws a big shot that misses.
Line takes a swing at Swanson's ribcage but misses.
It seemed like Swanson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Line bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Line swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Line will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
A big left from Line misses.
Swanson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Swanson scores with a body shot.
Swanson throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2#
Swanson takes a swing at Line's ribcage but misses.
Line stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Swanson.
Swanson throws a nice head kick!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Swanson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Line. That did some damage!
Line takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Swanson throws the kick towards the body but Line avoids it.
Line appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Line looks to land a body kick but Swanson moved away.
Swanson looks for the body kick but Line saw that one coming.
Swanson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Swanson. Line shrugs it off though.
Swanson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Line.
Swanson throws the kick towards the body but Line avoids it.
Swanson cracks Line with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Line moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice body punch from Line.
Swanson loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Swanson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Line moves out of range of the body kick from Swanson.
Swanson moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Swanson throws a body kick that misses.
Swanson lands a right hook to the body.
Line swings for the body but Swanson moves out of range.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Swanson is just out of range.
Line misses with a body kick.
Swanson scores with a body shot.
Swanson throws the kick towards the body but Line avoids it.
Swanson throws a body kick that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Line misses its target.
Good work by Swanson as he checks the leg kick.
Swanson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Line.
Line turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Swanson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Swanson misses with a hook.
And Line counters with a quick kick to the body but Swanson blocks it.#T4#
Swanson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Line cracks Swanson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Swanson misses with a straight left.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Swanson on the side of the head.
Swanson scores with a push kick.
Swanson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Swanson looks for the body kick but Line saw that one coming.
Line lands a head kick!
Swanson punishes Line's body with a nice straight punch.
Line misses the jab.
Swanson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Swanson. Line does a little dance to reset his feet.
Swanson throws a head kick that misses.
Line slips a straight right by Swanson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Benedicte Swanson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Line throws out a leg kick but Swanson moves out of range and Line only half commits.
Line misses the shot to the body.
Line throws a body punch but Swanson moves out of range.
Line throws a nice looking combination but Swanson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Line might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Swanson throws a big shot that misses.
Line throws a body kick that misses.
Swanson avoids the head kick by Line.
A big right from Swanson misses.
Line lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Swanson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Swanson loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Swanson throws a body kick that misses.
A big left from Swanson misses.
Line misses with a looping right.
Line throws a nice head kick!
Swanson scores with a nice right hand. #T1#
Swanson with a nice cross.
Swanson works Line's body with a nice hook.
Swanson misses with an uppercut.
The fighters circle momentarily. Swanson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Swanson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Line throws a looping overhand right but Swanson ducks down to avoid it.
Swanson throws a looping overhand right but Line ducks down to avoid it.
Swanson scores with a decent looking hook.
A lazy left from Line finds it's target.
Line lands with a right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Swanson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Swanson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Line misses with an uppercut. Swanson saw that one coming.
Line throws a leg kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Line.
Benedicte Swanson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Line looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Swanson jabs Line right on the nose. Line blinks but takes it well.
Line has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Swanson.
Swanson throws out a leg kick but Line moves out of range and Swanson only half commits.
Line misses with a few strikes there.
Line staying out of range there.
Swanson with a nice cross.
Swanson misses with a kick to the body
and Line counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Swanson throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Line on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nice cross by Swanson.
A clash of legs there as Swanson blocks the low kick.
It seemed like Swanson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Swanson misses with the combination.
Nice body kick from Swanson.#T3#
Line connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A jab from Swanson misses.
Swanson misses with a body kick.
Swanson avoids a kick to the body.
Swanson appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Line moves out of range as Swanson throws a body kick.
Swanson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A quick step to the side and Line tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Line tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Swanson throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Swanson misses with a head kick.
Swanson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice jab there from Swanson.
Line takes a swing at Swanson's ribcage but misses.
Swanson misses with a few strikes there.
Swanson misses with a head kick.
Line tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swanson was well out of range. Poor timing from Line.
Swanson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T4#
A jab lands there for Line.
Line takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Swanson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Swanson gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Line counters with a right hand to the body.
Swanson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Swanson defending well as Line loads up on a big left hand.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Line 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 Swanson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Swanson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Line scores with a head kick. Swanson tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Line - that will leave a mark!
The crowd cheers as Line lands an impressive looking overhand right. Swanson doesn't seem phased though.
Line loads up on a big right hand but Swanson slips the punch.
Swanson looks to land a body kick but Line moved away.
Line lands a nice looking body kick.
Line moves away from the strike by Swanson.
Mareth Line has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Swanson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Benedicte Swanson!

A relieved looking Benedicte Swanson 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 245     
Date:   Apr 14, 2023
#R1#
Mills misses the shot to the body.
Line stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Line wants it to stay on the feet.
Mills scores with a three punch combo!
Mills looks to land a left hand but Line moved out of range nicely.
Mills throws a right and a left that Line avoids nicely.
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mills.
Line missing with a left hand there. Mills was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mills misses with a head kick.
Mills uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Mills throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mills 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.
Line is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mills.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mills misses with a few strikes there.
Mills scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Line doesn't seem bothered though.
A jab lands there for Mills.
Edward Mills seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mills moves away.
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!
Mills throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Line takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Mills throws a sloppy head kick and Line moves out of range easily.
Line is looking to counter punch.
Mills lunges at Line with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Line's hand.
Mills throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Line wants to land a leg kick but Mills is out of range.
Line throws the left hand but Mills avoids the punch easily.
Mills swinging wildly here.
Mareth Line is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mills tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Line paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Line quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Line takes a swing at Mills's ribcage but misses.
Line throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mills on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Line steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mills.
Mills misses with an uppercut. Line saw that one coming.
Line defending well as Mills loads up on a big left hand.
A big left from Mills misses.
Line throws a low kick but it's checked well by Mills.
Good exchange - Line coming out on top.#T2#
Mills tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line lands with a shot to the body. #TD2#
Mills changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Line looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Line pushes Mills away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Mills gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Line gets back to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mills in particular looking to stall.
Mills is trying to control the action in half guard but Line is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Mills is trying to control the action in half guard but Line is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Mills is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mills misses with a straight left.
Line displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mills throws out the jab.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mills throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Mills does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mills scores with a jab.
Mills throws a combination that misses
and Line counters with a nice body shot.
Line explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Mills sizes up Line with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sloppy strikes from Mills. Those never looked like landing.
It looked like Line wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mills throws a wild body kick that Line sees coming a mile off.
Line was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mills looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.
Line misses with a body kick.
Line takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
An inside leg kick lands from Line. #T4#
Mills ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mills is looking for the big counter here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Line throws the left hand but Mills avoids the punch easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Line. That's going to slow Mills down.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mills.
Mills misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mills throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Line wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Line slips a jab from Mills.
Mills avoids the body shot from Line.
Mills keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mills.
Line throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A combination from Mills does no damage.
Line avoids the head kick by Mills.
It looked like Line wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mills takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Line lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Mills throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Line's waist but Line gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mills off to one side.
Mills thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Edward Mills 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#
Line misses with a looping right.
Line throws out a powerful jab.
Edward Mills seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Line tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Line slaps away a takedown attempt from Mills, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Line fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Mills fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mills avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Line throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Despite the aggression on Mills's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Line lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line cracks a nice hook into Mills's ribs.
Mills misses with a hook to the body
enabling Line to counter with a crisp jab.
A head kick from Line lands but Mills takes it in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mills throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Line throws out a loose jab but Mills uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mills throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Mills misses with a straight right.
A little feinted left hand from Line on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mills checks a low kick from Line.
Mills with a nice cross.
Line misses with a straight right. #CL2#
Mills forces Line back against the cage and clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mills.
Mills has Line pressed against the cage.
Mills lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mills misses with a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Mills.
Line is trying to force a seperation but Mills has the dominant position.
Line is trying to push Mills away but Mills has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A right handed body shot lands from Line. #T2#
Line tries to work over Mills's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mills looking to slow down the pace here.
Line lands an uppercut.#BC#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mills takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mills tries to clinch but Line moves out of range.
Mills lands a head kick!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mills misses with a shot to the body
and Line counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mills will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Line just misses with a punch to the body.
No joy there for Mills, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mills throws a combination. Line tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Mills lands with a hook. Line tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Mills wants to slow Line down by chopping away at his legs. #T3#
Line is looking to land body kicks.
Mills ducks under a wild hook from Line.
A nice leg kick from Line, right into the meat of the thigh.
Line throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mills looks to land a combination. Line sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Edward Mills is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mills comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mills moves out of range as Line strikes.
Line throws a low kick but it's checked well by Mills.
Mills slips under a jab from Line.
A little jabbing left from Mills on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Line lands a jab to Mills's midsection.
Mills rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Line moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Line misses with a body shot.
Line swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Mills counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mills throws a series of punches but Line moves out of range.
Line connects with a looping right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mills misses with the combination. #T4#
Line misses with a head kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Mills crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Line - the referee stops the clock and Mills gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Line. Mills manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
A head kick misses from Line.
Mills fails with the takedown.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mills moves out of range of the strikes.
Mills blocks a head kick by Line.
Mills keeps Line at a distance using the push kick.
Line turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mills ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Mills throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A left lands for Mills.
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 Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Mills catches Line with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL2#
Mills drives through and clinches with Line against the cage. #BC#
Line breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Line tries to land a front kick but Mills steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Line is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mills.
Line lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Mills lands with a good body shot.
Line throws a big shot that misses.
Mills pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A counter left hand to the body from Line misses its target.
Line takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Mills throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Line counter with a right hand.
Mills loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Mills misses with a double 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!
Mills lands a front kick.
Some wild striking there from Mills. #T1#
Line thumps Mills with a low kick.
Mills tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Mills.
Mills on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Mills fails with a takedown attempt.
Line throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line lands a head kick!
Mills needs to keep his hands up - Line had a free shot at his head there.
Mills throws a right and a left that Line avoids nicely.
Line swings for the body but Mills moves out of range.
Mills uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Line throws a right and a left that both miss.
Line throws a low kick but Mills avoids it.#T2#
Mills avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mills scores with a jab.
Line just misses with a punch to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mills is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mills misses with an attempted mid kick.
A punch combination from Mills misses.
Line appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mills misses with a head kick.
Line fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mills checks it well.
Mills throws a shot from downtown. Line moves away and avoids it.
Line throws a shot to the body.
Line scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Line avoids the body shot from Mills.
Line half committed to a counter leg kick.
Mills misses the jab.#T3#
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mills.
Mills goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Mills rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Line moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The crowd cheers as Line lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mills doesn't seem phased though.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Line.#ROC#Mills is rocked!
Mills lands a head kick. Line smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Mills is still on wobbly legs! Can Line finish him?
Line waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mills.
Mills seems to have recovered his senses.
Line just misses with a punch to the body.
Line looks to land a left hand but Mills moved out of range nicely.
Mills walks forward, straight into a front kick from Line.
Mills ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Mills ducks under a wild hook from Line.
A swing and a miss from Line.
No joy there for Mills, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mills misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Line is looking to counter punch.
Mills swinging wildly here.
Mills takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Line steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mills.
A big right from Line misses.
Mills keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line throws a body punch but Mills moves out of range.
Mills changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Mills lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Line circles away quickly and effectively.
Mills throws a big shot that misses.
The fighters circling - Line throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mills moves into range and connects with a jab.
Mills misses the body punch
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mills looks to land a left hand but Line moved out of range nicely.
Mills tries to land a front kick but Line steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Mills swinging wildly here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Edward Mills.
I think Mills 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 240     
Date:   Mar 22, 2023
#R1#
Line scoring well with a low kick there.
Line swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Line misses with a head kick.
Line throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Queen wants to slow Line down by chopping away at his legs.
Queen takes a kick to the side of the head.
Line slips under a jab from Queen.
Line rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Queen counters with a stiff right hand.
Line connects with a body shot.
Queen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line throws a head kick that half lands.
Line misses with a jab to the body
enabling Queen to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Line - that will leave a mark!
Line lands with a kick to the ribs. #T1#
A jab from Line misses.
Line backing away here, and Queen unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Queen tries to work over Line's front leg with a kick but Line checks it.
A head kick by Line misses
and Queen makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Queen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've been informed that Queen 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.
Line lands a jab to the head.
Line throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Queen counter with a right hand.
Queen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Line moves out of range of the strikes.
Queen throws a lazy uppercut
and Line finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Queen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Line.
Line misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Queen! But no joy.#T2#
Queen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Queen.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Queen slips a straight right by Line.
Queen connects with a crisp jab.
Queen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Queen.
It looked like Line was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Queen.
A nice inside leg kick there by Line. That's going to slow Queen down.
Line lands with a shot to the body.
Line misses with a straight right.
Queen takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Queen blocks a head kick by Line.
Queen throws a body punch but Line moves out of range. #T3#
Line swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Queen counters with a right hand to the body.
Queen misses with the combination.
Queen cracks Line with a good jab.
Line throws a shot from downtown. Queen moves away and avoids it.
Line fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Queen.
Line throws a shot to the body.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Queen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Line walks into a stiff left hand from Queen.#T4#
Queen is looking to chop away at Line's legs.
Mareth Line is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Queen takes one on the button.
Queen misses with a right hand
and Line counters with a nice kick to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Line swings widly with a right hand
and Queen counters with a nice uppercut.
Queen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Queen is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Line had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Queen blocks a head kick by Line.
Queen misses with a jab to the body
and Line counters with a good low kick that Queen was not able to check.
Line throws a right hand that misses
and Queen counters with a low kick, right behind Line 's knee.
Nice uppercut lands for Queen. That snapped Line's head back.
Queen misses with a looping right.
Line cracks Queen with an open hand slap.
Line doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
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 Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Queen throws a poor cross that misses
letting Line counter with a right hand.
Line connects with a leg kick.
Nice shot by Line.
Line scores with a leg kick.
Queen avoids the body shot from Line.
A swing and a miss from Queen.
Line swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Queen takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Mareth Line is winning the standup battle so far.
Queen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Queen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Queen misses with a low kick.
Queen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Queen throws a leg kick
and Line counters with a nice body kick. #T1#
A leg kick checked by Queen.
Queen throws out a counter right but Line avoids it with no problem.
A leg kick checked by Queen.
Queen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Line is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Queen can do to turn this around?
Queen throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Queen throws a low kick but it's checked well by Line.
Line misses with an uppercut
and Queen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Queen.
A jab lands there for Line.
Line misses with a body punch
and Queen makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Queen on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Line looks to land a combination but Queen avoids it well.
Queen throws a right hand that misses
and Line counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
Queen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Line's sensitive parts.
Queen scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Queen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Line.
Queen throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Line throws a lazy right hand but Queen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Line throws the left hand but Queen avoids the punch easily.
A punch lands to the side of Queen 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Line tries to work over Queen's front leg with a kick but Queen checks it.
Line throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Queen stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Line on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Line throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
An inside leg kick lands from Queen.
A nice leg kick from Queen, right into the meat of the thigh.
Line throws a predictable looking body shot
and Queen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Line scores with a hook.
Line moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Line takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Line tests Queen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Queen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Line lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Line throws a leg kick but Queen sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Queen is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Line with a body shot.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Queen throws out a loose jab but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line loads up on a big right hand but Queen slips the punch.
Line throws an overhand right that lands on Queen's shoulder, as Queen tries to avoid the shot.
Queen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Queen has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Line.
Queen on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Line throws a shot from downtown. Queen moves away and avoids it.
Queen throws a counter combo.
Line walks into a left hand.
Queen misses with a body shot
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Line misses with a head kick.
Line checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Queen moves away.
Queen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Queen avoids the body shot from Line.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line 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#
Line lands a really nice looking cross but Queen seems unphased.
Line throws a hook but Queen avoids it easily.
Line turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Line connects with a high kick.
Line buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Line lands a nice shot that snaps Queen's head back.
Queen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Queen throws a leg kick that is checked
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line looks to throw the jab but Queen is out of range.
Line scores with a decent looking hook.
Line swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Line misses with a left hand
and Queen counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Cyrus Deangelo Queen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1#
Line takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Queen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Line sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A lazy left from Line finds it's target.
Queen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Queen might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Line has got the better of the exchanges.
Line throws a nice head kick!
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
Queen lands with a good body shot.
Queen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Line.
Queen misses with a hook
enabling Line to counter with a crisp jab.
Queen defending well as Line loads up on a big left hand.
Queen misses with a left hand
and Line counters with a right hand to the body. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line misses with an uppercut.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Queen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Queen lands a nice shot to the body.
Line takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Line gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Queen.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Line throws a hook to the side of Queen's head but Queen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Queen throws a solid leg kick but Line takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Queen.
Queen takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Queen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Line misses.
Queen looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Line misses with a lunging right hand
and Line takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Queen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Queen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Line stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A big right from Queen misses.
Queen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Queen connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Queen shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Queen not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Queen takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Queen missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
Line is trying to get back to full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Queen lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Queen seems to be working for a kimura but Line defends the submission attempt.
Line on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Queen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Queen throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Mareth Line is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Line is trying to stand back up but Queen is controlling him

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Cyrus Deangelo Queen.
I think Line 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!

After winning the bout, Mareth Line thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 235     
Date:   Mar 01, 2023
#R1#
Christiano tries to work over Line's front leg with a kick but Line checks it.
Christiano throws a leg kick but Line sees it coming and moves out of range.
Christiano moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromLine.
Line scores with a head kick. Christiano tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Christiano moves away.
Christiano throws a nice outside leg kick.
A good leg kick by Christiano.
Juan Christiano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Christiano tried to score with a low kick but Line checks it.
Christiano throws a body kick that misses
and Line counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Christiano paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Christiano with a nice cross.
Line scores with a kick to the midsection.
Christiano swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Line takes a kick to the side of the head.
Christiano has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Christiano misses with the body kick
and Line counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Line throws out a leg kick but Christiano moves out of range and Line only half commits.
Christiano is looking to score with low kicks.
Christiano looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Line throws a looping overhand right but Christiano ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Christiano.
Line takes a swing at Christiano's ribcage but misses.
Christiano comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Christiano swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Line let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Christiano is just out of range.
Line lands with a nice body kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Christiano. That's going to slow Line down.
Christiano throws a solid leg kick but Line takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Christiano.
Line on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Line is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Christiano rather than just go for the knockout.
Line ducks under a wild hook from Christiano.
Line chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Christiano can pounce on him.
Christiano tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Line is able to avoid easily.
Line walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Christiano throws a head kick that half lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Christiano throws a leg kick
and Line counters with a nice kick to the body.
A clash of legs there as Christiano blocks the low kick.
Line thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Line missing with a left hand there. Christiano was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Line throws a head kick that misses.
Line on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Christiano.
Christiano throws a low kick but Line avoids it.
Line throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Christiano sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Christiano throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Line counters with a nice uppercut.
Line lands a really nice looking cross but Christiano seems unphased.
Christiano throws a chopping leg kick but Line manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Christiano throws a leg kick
and Line counters with a straight right hand.
Jab, jab by Christiano - just one landing.
Line connects with a body shot that sends Christiano's belly button to the back.
Christiano is looking to chop away at Line's legs.
Christiano misses with a leg kick.
Christiano misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Christiano takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A nice inside leg kick there by Christiano. That's going to slow Line down. #T3#
Christiano cracks Line with an open hand slap.
A chopping leg kick lands by Christiano.
Christiano misses with an attempted mid kick.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Christiano dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Line. That did some damage!
Line slips under a jab.
Christiano is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jab by Line.
Christiano tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Line avoids the body shot from Christiano.
Line looks to throw a body kick
and Christiano counters with a low kick, right behind Line 's knee.
Line loads up on a big right hand but Christiano slips the punch.
Christiano blocks a head kick by Line.
Christiano finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Line getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Christiano looks to land a body kick but Line moved away.
Line throws out a counter right but Christiano avoids it with no problem.
Christiano uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Line.
Christiano works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Christiano throws a low kick, looking for Line's leg but Line calmly moves out of range.
Christiano swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Christiano closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Christiano smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Christiano tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Christiano.
Christiano moves out of range of the strikes.
Christiano moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Christiano throws out a leg kick but Line moves out of range and Christiano only half commits.
Christiano misses with a kick to the body
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Line swings for the body but Christiano moves out of range.
Christiano dodges the punch combination from Line.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A slow jab from Christiano misses its intended target.
Christiano tries to land a body kick
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Line has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Christiano misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Line.
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Christiano does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Juan Christiano will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Line moves out of range of the leg kick from Christiano.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Christiano throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Line throws out a counter right but Christiano avoids it with no problem.
Christiano throws a push kick but Line slaps the foot to one side.
A jab from Line misses.
Nice uppercut there from Christiano.
Line's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice uppercut there from Christiano.
Line lands a nice shot to the body.
Line tries a head kick but it misses.
Line avoids the body shot from Christiano.
Christiano jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Line walks into a stiff left hand from Christiano.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Christiano throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Line counter with a right hand.
Line takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Christiano finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Christiano does a little dance to reset his feet.
Christiano attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T1#
Christiano throws a front kick aimed at Line's knee but Line avoids it well.
Line throws out a loose jab but Christiano uses good head movement to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Christiano misses the target.
Christiano looks to land a left hand but Line moved out of range nicely.
Line throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A jab lands there for Christiano.
Line takes one to the chin there.
Christiano misses with a straight left.
A nice side step and Line releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Christiano connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Line momentarily.
Line lands with a kick to the temple. Christiano shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Juan Christiano is winning the standup battle so far.
Christiano wants to land a leg kick but Line is out of range.
Christiano backing away here, and Line unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Christiano fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.
Christiano throws a nice inside leg kick.
Christiano keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
A nice inside leg kick there by Christiano. That's going to slow Line down.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Christiano was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Christiano clobbers Line with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T2#
A swing and a miss from Line.
Christiano takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Christiano connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Christiano throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Line there.
A shot to the body from Line misses
and Christiano counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Line misses with a body shot
and Christiano counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Christiano is looking to slow Line down with leg kicks.
Line swings widly with a right hand
and Christiano counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Christiano throws out a powerful jab.
Line looks to throw the jab but Christiano is out of range.
Christiano punishes Line's body with a nice straight punch.
Christiano clobbers Line with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Christiano swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Christiano lands with a shot to the body.
Christiano walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T3#
Christiano throws a head kick but Line moves out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Christiano 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 Line has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Line and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A nice side step and Line releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Line has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Christiano throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Christiano moves away from the strike by Line.
Line plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Line blocks a leg kick.
Christiano displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Good work by Line as he checks the leg kick.
Line wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Line avoids a kick to the body.
Christiano slips under a jab from Line.
Christiano pivots, looking for a leg kick but Line is out of range and Christiano settles back down.
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Christiano fakes the leg kick and cracks Line in the body.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Christiano ducks under a wild hook from Line.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Christiano throws a low kick but Line avoids it.
Line misses the jab.
Christiano avoids the head kick by Line.
Christiano fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A slow jab from Line misses its intended target.
Christiano slips a jab from Line.
Line misses with a hook.
Line tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Christiano is able to avoid easily.
Line takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Line avoids the body shot from Christiano.
Christiano lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Christiano tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Line avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Line misses with a series of wild punches.
Some bone on bone action there as Line checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Juan Christiano dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Line throws a jab when Christiano was well out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Christiano does a little dance to reset his feet.
An inside leg kick lands from Christiano.
Christiano has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Line.
Line throws a head kick but Christiano moves out of range.
Nice body kick there by Christiano.
The fighters circle momentarily. Line darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Christiano throws out a leg kick but Line moves out of range and Christiano only half commits.
A low kick lands for Christiano.
Christiano fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Line has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Christiano misses with a hook. Line ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Line.
Christiano works Line's body with a nice hook.
Line throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Christiano tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Christiano throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Line throws a leg kick but Christiano sees it coming and moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Christiano. That's going to slow Line down.
Christiano ducks under a wild hook from Line.
Line moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Christiano throws a head kick that misses.
Line swings for the body but Christiano moves out of range.
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Christiano moves out of range easily.
Christiano misses with a low kick.
Line throws a leg kick but Christiano moved away.
Christiano fires out a quick counter leg kick but Line just manages to avoid it.
A slapping body kick lands there for Line.
Christiano misses with a kick to the body.
Christiano changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Christiano jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A clash of legs there as Christiano blocks the low kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Christiano. That's going to slow Line down.
Christiano scores with a head kick. #T2#
Line scoring well with a low kick there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot to the liver by Line. Beautiful body shot.
Line slips a jab from Christiano.
Line lands with a slapping head kick.
Line's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Christiano connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Line scrambles back to his feet.
Christiano motions for Line to come forward. Christiano throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A decent looking cross lands there for Christiano.
Christiano ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Christiano misses with a looping right.
Line lands with a kick to the ribs.
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Christiano moves out of range easily.
Line throws a jab but it's blocked by Christiano.
As Line backs away, Christiano returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A jab from Line finds it's way through Christiano's defenses.
Christiano slips a straight right by Line.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Line misses with a hook
and Christiano counters with an inside leg kick.
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Christiano.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Line! But no joy.
Christiano moves into range and connects with a jab.
Christiano needs to keep his hands up - Line had a free shot at his head there.
Line misses with a looping left.
Christiano throws a nice inside leg kick.
Christiano loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Line raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Line pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A slow jab from Line misses its intended target.
Christiano bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Line's head backwards.
Line throws a hook but Christiano blocks it.
Line fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Christiano has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Christiano throws a looping overhand right but Line ducks down to avoid it.
Line misses the jab.
Christiano misses with a leg kick
and Christiano takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Line moves out of range of the leg kick from Christiano.
Line keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A leg kick checked by Christiano.
Christiano looks to land a body kick but Line moved away.
A nice side step and Line releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A telegraphed right hand from Christiano misses the target.
Christiano tries to score with a low kick but Line moves his leg out of the way.
Line let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Christiano throws a jab when Line was well out of range.
A head kick misses from Line.
Line takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Christiano misses with a kick to the body.
A little jabbing left from Line on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Christiano throws a low kick but Line avoids it.
Line connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Christiano momentarily.
Christiano tries to score with a low kick but Line moves his leg out of the way.
Line now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Christiano misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mareth Line has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Juan Christiano is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Line just misses with a punch to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mareth Line.
Well Christiano 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juan Christiano!

During a confident post fight interview, Juan Christiano thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 230     
Date:   Feb 11, 2023
#R1#
Line throws a jab when Sinclair was well out of range.
Sinclair scores with a shot to the body. #TD2#
Sinclair closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Line quickly recovers to half guard.
Line moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Sinclair controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Line pulls Sinclair in close to his closed guard and prevents Sinclair from doing any damage or advancing position.
Line tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line wants to stand and escape but Sinclair is having none of it. #T1#
Line being controlled here, momentarily.
Line working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sinclair. #SUB2#
Sinclair is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Line is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Line has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Sinclair is trying to keep Line in close.
Line has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Line showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Line is fighting to break Sinclair's control of his arms but Sinclair is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Sinclair 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#
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.
Line 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.
Line would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Line is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sinclair not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Line dodges the punch combination from Sinclair.
Sinclair keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A jab from Line finds it's way through Sinclair's defenses.
Sinclair walks into a stiff left hand from Line.
Line swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Sinclair counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Line pushes Sinclair off looking to stand but Sinclair dives back in and keeps control. #T3#
Line is not content to let Sinclair control the position.
Sinclair lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Sinclair is working for a kimura but Line is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sinclair wants to take a breather but Line is having none of it.
Line is trying to get back to full guard.
Sinclair prevents Line from standing back up. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Sinclair is looking for a kimura here.
Line trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Sinclair manages to pass to mount!
Sinclair is trying to control here but Line has managed to regain half guard.
Sinclair seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Line does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sinclair in particular looking to stall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Itchy Sinclair will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Sinclair does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sinclair lands with a nice body punch.
Line lands with a right hand.
Sinclair cracks a nice hook into Line's ribs.
Sinclair shoots in looking for a takedown but Line manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sinclair's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sinclair moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Itchy Sinclair is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sinclair swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sinclair delivers a nice body kick.
Sinclair misses with a body kick.
Sinclair keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A big left from Line misses.
Line throws a push kick but Sinclair slaps the foot to one side.
Sinclair is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Line with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sinclair takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sinclair uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Line.
Line swings for the body but Sinclair moves out of range.
Line throws a sloppy head kick
and Sinclair counters with a body kick that stops Line in his tracks momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jab, jab by Sinclair - just one landing. #T1##TD2#
Line gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Sinclair looking to pass the guard.
Sinclair not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Line looking to control but Sinclair passes into half guard.
Sinclair missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Line is looking to escape.
Sinclair trying to mount his opponent but Line defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Sinclair not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sinclair wants to take a breather but Line is having none of it.
Sinclair lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Sinclair looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Line with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Line is refusing to be controlled, as Sinclair sits in half guard.
Itchy Sinclair has got the better of the ground game so far.
Line is looking to escape.
Line wants to improve his position but Sinclair is controlling well.
Sinclair is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3#
Sinclair missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Line wants to control but Sinclair is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sinclair works his foot free and advances to mount.
Sinclair scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Sinclair fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Sinclair controlling the position easily from mount.
Sinclair thowing shots but they're missing. #T4#
Sinclair looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Sinclair looking to control but Line is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sinclair pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Sinclair with the ground and pound from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sinclair tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Line squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape. #SUB2#
Sinclair goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Line turns into him and now he's in Sinclair's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sinclair looking for a sweep. Not yet Sinclair, not yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Itchy Sinclair showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Sinclair throws a leg kick
and Sinclair takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Line moves out of range of the body kick from Sinclair.
Line looks to throw the jab but Sinclair is out of range.
Sinclair cracks Line with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sinclair misses with a body kick.
Sinclair throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Line.
Line will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sinclair lands a nice looking kick to the body. Line takes a step back to recover.
Sinclair scores with a hook to the body. Line takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sinclair is looking to land body kicks.
Sinclair lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Line backs up against the cage.
A head kick misses from Sinclair.
A big left from Sinclair misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Line misses with a straight left. #T1#
Sinclair checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sinclair thuds a left hand into Line's body.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Sinclair shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Line is trying to defend but Sinclair finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Sinclair has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Line wants to improve his position but Sinclair is controlling well.
Sinclair stalling away here and it's allowed Line to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Line working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sinclair.
Sinclair looking to pass the guard. #T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Line is on top in guard. #REVR#
Sinclair looking to control but Line passes into half guard.
Sinclair trying to control but Line postures up.
Sinclair wants to get back to full guard.
Sinclair is trying to stand back up but Line is controlling him
Line missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Sinclair works his way to full guard. Good work.
Line wanted to stand there but Sinclair had control of the position.
Our spies down at at Roosters Coop inform us that Sinclair has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T3#
Line content to stall in guard here.
Line trying to control but Sinclair is working from the bottom.
Sinclair wants to sweep but no luck.
Sinclair is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Sinclair looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sinclair is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sinclair throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Jab, jab by Sinclair - just one landing.
Sinclair bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Line.
Sinclair throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Sinclair closes the distance and clinches up with Line, looking for a takedown. Sinclair pushes Line against the cage but Line circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sinclair misses with a wild combination.
The fighters circling - Line throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sinclair avoids the body shot from Line.
Sinclair jabs Line to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sinclair's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Sinclair duly obliges.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Line looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Line jabs Sinclair to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sinclair slips under a jab.
Sinclair bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sinclair blocks a jab.
Sinclair is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mareth Line has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Itchy Sinclair is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Line moves away from the strike by Sinclair.

And that's the end of the fight!
Itchy Sinclair comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sinclair 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Itchy Sinclair!

An out of breath Itchy Sinclair thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 225     
Date:   Jan 21, 2023
#R1#
Sinclair misses with a body kick.
Sinclair looks to throw the jab but Line is out of range.
Itchy Sinclair seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Line missing with a left hand there. Sinclair was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sinclair fails with the takedown
and Line counters with a nice uppercut.
Sinclair loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Line steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Sinclair uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Sinclair misses with a body shot.
Line swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Line stuffs the takedown.
Line misses with a kick to the body.
Sinclair throws an off balance right hand
and Line counters with a nice uppercut.
Line misses the jab.
Sinclair appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Line moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A jab from Line misses.
Sinclair shoots for a double leg takedown but Line sprawls well. He's pushed Sinclair's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Itchy Sinclair. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sinclair jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Line tries a quick counter leg kick but Sinclair is wise to it.
Sinclair lands with a good body shot.#T1#
Sinclair lands a nice looking kick to the body. Line takes a step back to recover.
Line throws a head kick that misses.
Line fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sinclair looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sinclair shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Line defends it nicely.
Sinclair throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Line swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Sinclair shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Sinclair missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sinclair wants to control but Line is keeping him busy.
Sinclair scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Sinclair trying to control the action but Line is working from the bottom. #T2#
Sinclair trying to pass the guard but Line defending well.
Sinclair wants to lay and pray for a moment but Line keeps working.
Line wants to get back to full guard.
Line is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sinclair is looking to advance position but Line won't allow it.
Line trying to control but Sinclair postures up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T3#
Sinclair thows a huge punch but Line dodges it nicely.
Sinclair wants to pass the guard but Line is defending well.
Line tries to kick Sinclair off but Sinclair keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sinclair misses with a body kick.
Line swings for the body but Sinclair moves out of range.
Mareth Line is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sinclair throws a big shot that misses.
Line throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Line displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sinclair.
A nice side step and Line releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Line defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sinclair.
Line jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Line thuds a left hand into Sinclair's body.
Sinclair looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Line.
Sinclair shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Line sprawls well. Line wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sinclair gets slowly back to his feet.
Line looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sinclair.
Sinclair throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Line on the side of the head.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sinclair throws a right hand that misses
and Line counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Line lands a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sinclair manages to avoid it.
A shot to the liver by Sinclair. Beautiful body shot.
Sinclair throws the kick towards the body but Line avoids it.
Sinclair scores with a jab to the jaw.
A right-left combo lands from Sinclair.
Sinclair throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Line looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Sinclair scores with a hook to the body. Line takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A jab from Line finds it's way through Sinclair's defenses.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sinclair moves away.
Sinclair pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Line lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sinclair circles away quickly and effectively.
Sinclair throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sinclair scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Sinclair tries to bum rush Line with a series of wild strikes but Line uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Line counters with a body kick.
Line walks into a stiff left hand from Sinclair.
Line scores with a head kick. Sinclair tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Sinclair lands with a nice combination. Line backs away looking to recover.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice defenses there by Sinclair.
Line walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sinclair checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sinclair misses with a kick to the body.
Sinclair misses with a few strikes there.
Sinclair takes one on the button.#T1#
Sinclair misses with a head kick.
Line tries a quick counter leg kick but Sinclair is wise to it.
Sinclair walks into a straight right hand from Line.
Sinclair uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Line.
Line just misses with a punch to the body.
Line lands a head shot.
Sinclair misses the shot to the body.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sinclair manages to avoid it.
Sinclair rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Line moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Line tries to score with a low kick but Sinclair moves his leg out of the way.
Sinclair shoots for a takedown but Line saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sinclair shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Sinclair keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sinclair misses with a low kick.
Line throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T2#
Sinclair ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sinclair takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Line misses with a head kick.
Sinclair changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Sinclair lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Line looks to throw the jab but Sinclair is out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Sinclair as he connects with a hook.
Line with a nice cross.
Line misses with a wild combination.
Sinclair throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Sinclair avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sinclair feinted with a counter takedown.
Sinclair swings away with a body shot that misses
and Line finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Sinclair misses the shot to the body.
Sinclair on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T3#
Line throws a front kick aimed at Sinclair's knee but Sinclair avoids it well.
Sinclair swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Sinclair misses with a wild body shot.
Sinclair slips under a jab.
Sinclair throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A head kick misses from Line.
Line jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sinclair lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sinclair lands a jab to the head.
Sinclair ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Line scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mareth Line seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Line scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sinclair just misses with a punch to the body.
Line clobbers Sinclair with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sinclair misses with a double jab
and Line counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Sinclair gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Line.
Sinclair looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sinclair looks for the body kick but Line saw that one coming.
Line throws a body punch but Sinclair moves out of range.
Sinclair avoids the head kick by Line.
Line takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sinclair misses the shot to the body.
Line tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sinclair was well out of range. Poor timing from Line.
Line lands with a good body shot.
Line showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sinclair.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Line moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Line jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sinclair looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mareth Line will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Sinclair throws a series of punches but Line moves out of range.
Sinclair misses with a looping left.
Sinclair ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Line let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Line moves out of range as Sinclair throws a body kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sinclair.
Line looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Line has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Itchy Sinclair is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sinclair throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Line.
Line misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sinclair darts in looking for a takedown but Line gets double underhooks and turns Sinclair into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Sinclair ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Sinclair no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Line wants to stand but Sinclair has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Line missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sinclair is on top in guard. #REVR##T1#
Sinclair controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Line is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Sinclair stays in close to Line's body and controls the position.
Line keeping moving, preventing Sinclair from controlling successfully.
Line wants to sweep but no luck.
Sinclair pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Line is keeping the position for now.
Line trying to keep a closed guard but Sinclair is proving a slippery customer. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Line wants to get back to his feet but Sinclair is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sinclair trying to control the position from guard on top but Line is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Line pulls Sinclair in close to his closed guard and prevents Sinclair from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sinclair throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Line dodges the punch combination from Sinclair. #T3#
Line throws a lazy body kick
and Sinclair counters with a two punch combo.
Line slips under a jab from Sinclair.
Line now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sinclair uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Sinclair slips a straight right by Line.
Line throws a body kick that misses.
Sinclair fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Itchy Sinclair. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sinclair shoots in for a takedown but Line shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Line unleashes a big counter combination but Sinclair bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sinclair uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Line has time to react.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sinclair thuds his right hand into Line's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Line staying out of range there.
Line throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Sinclair throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Line's waist but Line gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sinclair off to one side.
Line throws a leg kick
and Sinclair counters with a series of strikes. Line will be more careful next time no doubt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sinclair throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T4#
Sinclair lands with a nice body punch.
A punch combination from Sinclair misses.
Sinclair fails with the takedown.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Line.
Sinclair ducks under a wild hook from Line.
Line lands a jab-cross combination.
Sinclair misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Line counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sinclair is trying hard to land a takedown here. Line sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Line loads up on a big right hand but Sinclair slips the punch.
Sinclair cracks Line with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sinclair throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.#TD#
Sinclair closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Itchy Sinclair has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mareth Line is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Line manages to get back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Itchy Sinclair showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Line has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 219     
Date:   Jan 01, 2023
#R1#
Con throws a right hand that misses
and Line makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Con really felt that one!
Line throws a leg kick but Con sees it coming and moves out of range.
Line scores with a head kick. Con tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Con throws a hook but Line blocks it.
Line fires out a quick counter leg kick but Con just manages to avoid it.
Con just misses with a punch to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Line.
Line misses with an uppercut
and Con counters with a series of strikes. Line will be more careful next time no doubt.
Con lands with a cross.
Line looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Line slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Con moves away.
Line staying out of range there.
Line appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Line waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Con.
Line keeps the fight on the outside.
Con jabs Line right on the nose. Line blinks but takes it well.
Line tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Con was well out of range. Poor timing from Line.
Line scores with a head kick.
Con throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Line tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Con was well out of range. Poor timing from Line.
Line misses with a straight left.
Con swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Con blocks the body kick.
Con takes one to the chin there.
Line misses the shot to the body.
Con pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Con ducks under a wild hook from Line.
Con tries to clinch up.
Line takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Con uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Line.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Line throws a head kick that misses.
Line takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Con ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Line takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Line throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line scores with a leg kick.
Line throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Con on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Con ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Con throws a jab but it's blocked by Line.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Con listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Con uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Line.
Line misses with a body kick.
Line missing with a left hand there. Con was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Con jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A head kick misses from Line.
A. Mere Con seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Con was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice shot lands for Con.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Con.
Con avoids a kick to the body.
Con throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Con swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Con moves out of range of the body kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Con.#T3#
Con changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Con darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice defenses there by Con.
Con is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Line had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Con jabs Line to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Con uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Con throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Line misses with a looping right.
Line misses with a body shot.
Line walks into a straight right hand from Con.
Con takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Con misses with a hook.
Line takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Line throws a body kick that misses.
Con throws a jab but it's blocked by Line.
Con slips a straight right by Line.
Line ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Line misses with a hook.#T4#
Con swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Line missing with a left hand there. Con was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Con throws out a counter right but Line avoids it with no problem.
Con throws a jab but it's blocked by Line.
Con takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Con walks into a left hand.
Con connects with a body shot.
Line takes a jab right on the kisser.
Con throws out a loose jab but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line throws a body punch but Con moves out of range.
Line shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Con throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
Con gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Line takes a shot to the head.
Con scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Line escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Con keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but A. Mere Con will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Con connects with a good right hand that stumbles Line. Line circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Con throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Con.
Line ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Con slips under a jab.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Con is just out of range.
Con clobbers Line with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Con moves out of range of the body kick from Line.
Line throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Con.
Line half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nice body punch from Con.
Con misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Line displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Con throws out the jab.
Con throws a big shot that misses.
Con just misses with a punch to the body.
Con scores with a punch to the head.#T1#
Con misses with a two punch combination.
A quick step to the side and Line tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Con lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Line throws out a loose jab but Con uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line takes one to the chin there.
Con bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Line's head backwards.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Con.
Con blocks the body kick.
Con uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Line.
Line drops his hands momentarily and Con takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Con keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Con throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Line misses the target.
Con lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Line circles away quickly and effectively.
Con misses with a hook to the body
and Con takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Con.
Line was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Con misses with a hook. Line ducked under it nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Con looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.
Line looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Line slips a jab from Con.
A. Mere Con seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Line throws a jab when Con was well out of range.
Line jabs at Con's body.
Con ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Line fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Con checks it well.
Line throws a head kick that misses.
Nice jab there from Con.
Line lands with a thumping leg kick.
Con takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Line pivots, looking for a leg kick but Con is out of range and Line settles back down.
Line throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Con swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Line.
Con looks to land a right hand but Line moved out of range.
Con just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Line on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Con scores with a shot to the body.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Con. Line does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Con. #CL2#
Con moves into range and clinches up with Line.
Con misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Con tries to work over Line's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Line goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Con lands a left hand that snaps the head of Line backwards.
Con misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Con pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Con blocks the body kick.
Con misses with a right hand
and Line cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Con.
As Con backs away, Line returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Con throws a shot from downtown. Line moves away and avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Con. Line does a little dance to reset his feet.
Line swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Con is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Line. #T4#
Con takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Con moves away.
Con works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Line waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Con.
Con looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Con misses the jab.
Con throws a jab when Line was well out of range.
Line throws a push kick but Con slaps the foot to one side.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Con throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Con tries to close the distance and clinch but Line swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Line just misses with a punch to the body.
Con has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Con waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Line.
Line moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Line looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Con shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Line eats them both and turns towards Con to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Line throws a leg kick but Con checks it.
Con scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A. Mere Con showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Con misses with a wild body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Con. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Con.
Line throws a wild body kick that Con sees coming a mile off.
Con's corner calls for a 1-2. Con obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Line looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Line thows a leg kick but Con checks it
and Con counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Con gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Line.
Con scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Line throws a half hearted mid kick.
Con will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Line seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Con moves out of range as Line strikes.
Con just misses with a punch to the body.
Con jabs at Line's body.
Con connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good shot there by Line.
Line slips under a jab from Con.
Line quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T1#
Line throws the left hand but Con avoids the punch easily.
Con throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Line sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Con does a little dance to reset his feet.
Con gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Line.
Con misses with a straight right.
Con looks to throw the jab but Line is out of range.
Con throws a sloppy body shot
and Line counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Con misses with an uppercut
and Line counters with a stiff right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Con does a little dance to reset his feet.
Line lands with a right hand.
Line thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters circling - Con throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Line throwing a counter right hand but Con manages to avoid it.
Con lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Line at a distance.
Con fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Line misses with a hook.#T2#
Line throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Con connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big left from Con misses.
Con gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Line.
Line misses with a shot to the body
and Con counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Line takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Con slips a straight right by Line.
Con ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Line fires out a quick counter leg kick but Con just manages to avoid it.
Line misses with a looping left.
Line is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Con.
Con tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Con.
Line throws a right hand that Con ducks under and follows up with a left that Con also avoids with ease.
Con blocks a head kick by Line.
Line avoids the body shot from Con.
Line gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Line throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Line slips a straight right by Con.#T3#
Con misses the jab.
Line throws a push kick but Con slaps the foot to one side.
A nice combination there by Line.
Con misses with a wild body shot.
Line lands a nice leg kick that just misses Con's sensitive parts.
Con lands a really nice looking cross but Line seems unphased.
Con is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Line.
Line throws a jab but it's blocked by Con.
Con scores with a body shot.
Con throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot.
Con throws a body shot but no joy.
Con throws a looping overhand right but Line ducks down to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Line misses the target.
Con misses the shot to the body.
Con avoids the head kick by Line.
A nice side step and Con releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Line throws a low kick but Con moves out of range easily.
Con misses with a looping left.#T4#
Con connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Con throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Line sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Con throws a right and a left that both miss.
Line slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Con just misses with a punch to the body.
Con misses the shot to the body.
Line throws a body punch but Con moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Con on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Con throws a body shot but no joy.
Con looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Con throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Line scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Line throws the kick towards the body but Con avoids it.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Con.
Mareth Line has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Line is looking to land body kicks.
A countering left hand to the body from Con misses.
Line missing with a left hand there. Con was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It seemed like Con was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to A. Mere Con.
Well Con 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... A. Mere Con!

A. Mere Con decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 212     
Date:   Dec 07, 2022
#R1#
Line takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Capac is trying hard to land a takedown here. Line sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Line throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Line wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Capac throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Capac checks the leg kick nicely there.
Capac takes a swing at Line's ribcage but misses.
A quick step to the side and Line tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Capac tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Capac throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line fires out a quick counter leg kick but Capac just manages to avoid it.
Capac misses with a left hand
and Line counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Capac misses with a body shot
and Line cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line misses with a kick to the body.
Capac misses the shot to the body.
Capac shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Line sprawls well. Line wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Capac gets slowly back to his feet.
And Line counters with a quick kick to the body but Capac blocks it.#T1#
Line throws a hook to the side of Capac's head but Capac sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Line paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Capac scores with a punch to the head.
Line catches Capac with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Capac ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Capac.
Line tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Capac was well out of range. Poor timing from Line.
Capac appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD2#
Capac throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Line tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Capac is in Line's guard.
Capac wants to control from the top but Line keeps moving.
Line is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Capac in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Capac trying to control but Line is working from the bottom. #T2#
Line is looking to stand up but Capac isn't so interested in that idea.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Capac working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Capac throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Line works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Line keeping moving, preventing Capac from controlling successfully.
Capac looking to sit in guard and control but Line gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Capac working for a triangle but Line defends it easily.
Line won't allow Capac to sweep him here.
Line wants to pass the guard but Capac is keeping the position.
Capac controls Line momentarily but Line frees himself. #T3#
Capac looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Capac is trying to control the position but Line postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Capac looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Capac is adopting a defensive guard.
Line wants to stand but Capac is controlling his posture from full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Capac has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Capac is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Line rather than just go for the knockout.
Capac swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Capac.
Line lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Capac defending well as Line loads up on a big left hand.
Capac misses with a few strikes there.
Capac takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Capac throws a jab when Line was well out of range.
Capac avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Capac throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Line looks to land a body kick but Capac moved away.
Capac uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Capac throws a nice looking combination but Line bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Capac throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Line waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Capac.
Capac cracks a nice hook into Line's ribs.
Line takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Capac swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Line jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Line with a nice cross.
Nice straight punches there by Line. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Line.
Capac throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line tries a head kick but it misses.
Line is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Capac can do to turn this around?
Line dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Line ducks under a wild hook from Capac.
Capac lands with a good body shot.
Line stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Line wants it to stay on the feet.#T1#
Capac misses with a straight right.
Line bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Line throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Capac.#CUT#It looks like Manco Capac has been cut.
Capac misses with a wild body shot. #TD2#
Capac closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Line quickly recovers to half guard.
Capac throwing shots but Line is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Capac is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Capac is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Line defends it well. #SUB2#
Capac is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Line doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Capac.
Capac is stalling here. Line is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Capac seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Line has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2#
Line trying to control the action but Capac is working from the bottom.
Capac is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Line tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Capac is not content to let Line control the position.
Line is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Capac is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T3#
Capac tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Line wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Capac struggling a bit here.
Line wants to lay and pray for a moment but Capac keeps working.
Line tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Line in side control, throwing shots but Capac defends.
Line wants to stand but Capac is controlling his arm.
Capac is trying to get back to half guard.
Capac sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Line tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Capac is looking to improve his position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Capac moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Manco Capac has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Capac is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Line controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Line tries to stand but Capac is controlling from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Line controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Capac is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Line.
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 Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Manco Capac's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
A good leg kick by Line.
Line looks for the body kick but Capac saw that one coming.
Capac looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mareth Line is winning the standup battle so far.
A big right from Capac misses.
Capac lands a nice looking body shot.
Capac misses with a few strikes there.
Capac will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Line tries to work over Capac's front leg with a kick but Capac checks it.
Capac throws a right hand that misses
and Line counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Capac takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Line fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Capac waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Line.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Capac! But no joy.#T1#
Capac scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Line throws a looping overhand right but Capac ducks down to avoid it.
A shot to the liver by Line. Beautiful body shot.
Capac misses with a hook.
Line scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Capac misses with a wild body shot.
Line scores with a body shot. #TD2#
Capac shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Capac was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Line is looking for a sweep.
Line is trying to control Capac's posture but Capac avoids it.
Line tries to improve position but can't.
Capac has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Manco Capac has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line'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.
Capac wants to control the pace but Line is squirming around nicely.
Capac unloading with bombs!
Capac looking to take Line's back but Line rolls and after a scramble, Line ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Line to escape a tricky position.
Line wants to get up but he can't break Capac's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Capac wants to sweep but no luck.
Line would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Line trying to control but Capac is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Line is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Line stopping the sweep attempt from Capac.
Line wants to get up but he can't break Capac's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Line controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Line has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Line postures up.
Line stays in close to Capac's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Capac looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Line wants to stand but Capac has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Capac looking for a guillotine here but Line defends easily.
Line has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Capac is proving hard to escape from.
Capac 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#
Capac throwing shots but Line is blocking nicely.
Capac not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Line works his way to full guard. Good work.
Mareth Line is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Capac throws a strike but Line rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Capac has his foot on Line's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Line works his way back into a safe position though.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mareth Line.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Line, 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!

A victorious Mareth Line thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 202     
Date:   Nov 09, 2022
#R1#
Rahman throws a big shot that misses.
Line takes a swing at Rahman's ribcage but misses.
Rahman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Crunch! Line slams his shin into Rahman's torso.
Line circles away from the clinch attempt.
Line has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Rahman is landing a low percentage of strikes.#CL#
Rahman moves into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rahman.
Rahman misses with a body punch.
Rahman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Line backwards.
Line is trying to break the clinch but Rahman is controlling him.#BC2#
Line breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rahman takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rahman avoids the head kick by Line.
Rahman fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rahman throws a hook to the side of Line's head but Line sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Line throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rahman is looking to clinch but Line is avoiding it. #T1#
Rahman is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rahman misses with an uppercut. Line saw that one coming.
Line dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rahman. That did some damage!
A jab from Rahman does it's job there.
Line displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rahman throws out the jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Line misses.#CL#
Rahman moves into range and clinches up with Line.
Rahman throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rahman.
Line blocking some punches. #BC2#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rahman throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Line counter with a right hand.
Rahman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Line paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rahman walks into a jab.
Rahman just misses with a punch to the body.
Rahman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've been told by Rahman's head coaches at Vale Tudo that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T2#
Rahman is looking to clinch but Line is avoiding it.
Line throws the kick towards the body but Rahman avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from Line misses the target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line tries a head kick but it misses.
Line tries a head kick but it misses.
Line swats away the attempt to clinch by Rahman.
Rahman misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Line counter with a right hand.
Line lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rahman circles away quickly and effectively.
Rahman throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Line on the side of the head.
Rahman tries to clinch but Line moves out of range.
Rahman doesn't manage to clinch there - Line circles away. #CL#
Rahman forces Line back against the cage and clinches.
Rahman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Line's elbow.
Rahman goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Rahman lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Line effectively controlling the action here.
Rahman lands with a right to the head.
A short right from Rahman.
Line wants to break the clinch but can't.
Rahman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Line breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rahman closes the distance but Line moves to the side
and Line counters with a nice low kick that buckles Rahman's knee momentarily.
Rahman connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Rahman is just out of range.
Line misses with a head kick.
Rahman blocks the body kick.
Line feints and then cracks Rahman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rahman down. #T4#
Line misses with a low kick.
Rahman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Abdul Rahman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rahman throws a lazy uppercut
and Line counters with a stiff right hand.
Rahman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Line looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CL#
Rahman instigates a clinch. #BC#
Rahman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rahman lands a nice hook to Line's body. Line takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Line lands a high kick!
Rahman bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Line's head.
Line waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rahman.
Rahman swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Line lands with a straight right. Rahman didn't see that one coming.
Line has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Line there as he acknowledges the shot.
Rahman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.
Line now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Line misses with a two punch combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
That's time! Rahman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Line swats away the attempt to clinch by Rahman.
Rahman tries to clinch there but Line circles away.
A jab lands there for Line.
Line thumps Rahman with a low kick.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rahman manages to avoid it.
Line fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rahman slips a jab and a cross from Line.
Rahman has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Line just misses with a punch to the body.
Rahman tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Line manages to circle out of the way.
Line swats away the attempt to clinch by Rahman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick lands for Line.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rahman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Rahman misses with a body punch
and Line counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Line punishes Rahman's body with a nice straight punch.
Mareth Line seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Rahman rushes Line and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Rahman struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands. #BC2#
Line breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Rahman pushes Line up against the cage in a clinch.
Line has had enough of the clinch but Rahman keeps him there for the moment.
Rahman pushes Line back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Rahman throws a punch but it's blocked by Line.
Line wants to get back to striking at distance but Rahman won't allow it.
Line has had enough of the clinch but Rahman keeps him there for the moment.
Line wants to break free but Rahman has control.
Line blocking some punches.
Line can't find room to land a body shot as Rahman controls the action. #T2#
Rahman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rahman lands with a light punch inside.
Rahman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Line pressing his opponent against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Rahman scores with a nice short uppercut.
Line can't break the clinch.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rahman pushes Line back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Abdul Rahman has scored more points in the clinch so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rahman scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rahman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Line lands a body shot.
Rahman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rahman misses with some punches. #T3#
Line prevents a body shot from Rahman. #BC2#
Line pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rahman wants to clinch up but Line keeps it at a distance.
Despite the aggression on Line's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Rahman tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Line manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
No joy there for Rahman, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rahman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Line looks to throw the jab but Rahman is out of range.
Rahman misses with a wild body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Rahman. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rahman.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rahman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Rahman throws a lazy uppercut
letting Line counter with a right hand.
Rahman avoids the head kick by Line.
Rahman moves in looking to clinch but Line pushes him off.
Line waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rahman.
Rahman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4#
Rahman is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Line steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Line fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rahman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Line lands the left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line scores with a hook to the body. Rahman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Decent striking displayed by Rahman there.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Rahman closes the distance and clinches.
Rahman lands a hook to the side of the head.
Line holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Line is trying to push Rahman away but Rahman has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Rahman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rahman has Line pressed against the cage, preventing Line from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mareth Line will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##CL#
Rahman rushes Line and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Rahman fails to land.
Rahman lands a right hand.
Rahman digs a right hand underneath Line's ribcage. Line let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC2#
Line breaks from the clinch.
A nice combination there by Rahman.
Rahman is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Line connects with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rahman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Line at a distance.
Rahman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Line counters with a nice body kick.
Rahman doesn't manage to clinch there - Line circles away.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rahman.
Line raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line misses with a right hand #CL#
and Rahman holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T1#
Rahman throws a head punch that misses.
Line prevents a body shot from Rahman.
Rahman tries to work over Line's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rahman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Line is defending well for now.
Rahman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Line blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Line throws a hook to the side of Rahman's head but Rahman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rahman tries to close the distance and clinch but Line swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A clash of legs there as Rahman blocks the low kick.
Rahman tries to clinch up but Line circles away and keeps his distance.
Rahman doesn't manage to clinch there - Line circles away. #CL#
Rahman closes the distance and pushes Line back into the cage.#BC2#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Abdul Rahman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Rahman moves out of range of the leg kick from Line.
Line's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rahman connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Line scrambles back to his feet.
Rahman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rahman lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Rahman tries to clinch there but Line circles away.
Line tests Rahman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Line misses with a kick to the body #CL#
and Rahman counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rahman misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Line blocks a body shot from Rahman.
Rahman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rahman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Line gets through Rahman's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rahman misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Line escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
Rahman wants to clinch but Line slips to the side
and Line counters with a nice uppercut.
Line keeps the fight on the outside.
Line raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Rahman swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Line misses with a head kick.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rahman.
Line fakes the leg kick and cracks Rahman in the body.
Line swings for the body but Rahman moves out of range.
Rahman misses with a hook. Line ducked under it nicely.
Rahman wants to clinch.
Rahman tries to clinch up
and Line cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rahman is looking to clinch. #T4#
Rahman doesn't manage to clinch there - Line circles away.
Line looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rahman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Rahman closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Rahman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Line thuds a left hand into Rahman's body.
Rahman fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rahman takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rahman tries to close the distance and clinch up but Line swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Line lands a slapping body shot.
Rahman lands a slapping body shot.
Line lands a nice looking body shot.
Rahman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Mareth Line is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Rahman swings widly with a right hand
and Line counters with a straight punch to the midsection.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mareth Line.
I've got Line winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!

A very excited looking Mareth Line 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 192     
Date:   Oct 09, 2022
#R1#
Line scores with a kick to the midsection.
A punch combination from Feet misses.
Feet moves in looking to clinch but Line pushes him off.
Line avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Feet misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
As Feet backs away, Line returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Feet stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Line.
Feet throws a nice inside leg kick.
Line tries to land a front kick but Feet steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Feet takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CUT#It looks like Seemah Feet has been cut.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Line fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Feet looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Feet throws a head kick that misses.
Line scoring well with a low kick there.
Line misses with a body kick.
Line ducks under a wild hook from Feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Feet is defended easily by Line.
Line misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Feet lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Line thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Feet if he has to take too many more of those.
Line misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Feet shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Line as he avoids it easily.
Line avoids the head kick by Feet.
As Feet backs away, Line returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Feet takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Line lands a jab to Feet's midsection.
Feet lands with an overhand left.#CL2#
Feet clinches with his opponent.
Feet misses with a hook to the ribs.
Line blocks a body shot from Feet.
Feet misses with a punch to the body.
Feet throws a head punch that misses.
Feet lands on the inside with an 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!
Feet works on Line's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2#
Feet manages to break the clinch.
Line connects with the punch.#T2#
Line circles away from the clinch attempt.
Feet tries to clinch there but Line circles away.
As Feet backs away, Line returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Feet throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Feet clinches with his opponent.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Feet.
Feet keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Line's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Feet's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Line throws a low kick, looking for Feet's leg but Feet calmly moves out of range.
Feet takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Line throws a push kick but Feet slaps the foot to one side.
Feet misses with a straight left.
Feet throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Line lands a glancing blow to the side of Feet's head.
A big right from Feet misses.
Line goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Line throws a jab when Feet was well out of range.#T3#
Feet throws a solid leg kick but Line takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Feet.
Seemah Feet seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Line throws a leg kick but Feet checks it.
Feet is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Line with a body shot.
Feet throws a head kick that misses.
Feet darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Feet closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Feet bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Feet lands a right hook to the body.
Feet closes the distance looking to clinch
and Line counters with a series of strikes. Feet will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Line!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Feet swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Feet dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Line throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Feet.
Line throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T4#
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Feet.
Line scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Feet doesn't seem bothered though. #TD2#
Feet shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Line napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Line wants to get back to his feet but Feet drags him back down.
An elbow from Feet crashes against the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Feet throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Feet looking to control but instead Line has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Feet prevents Line from improving his position.
Line is refusing to be controlled, as Feet sits in half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Feet thows a huge punch but Line dodges it nicely.
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 Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Seemah Feet's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Line lands a slapping body shot.
Feet throws a chopping leg kick but Line manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Feet lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Feet uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Line takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Line throws a head kick that half lands.
Feet throws a leg kick which misses Line's front leg but catches the back leg as Line tries to avoid it.
Line keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Feet.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Feet.
It looked like Line wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Feet throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Feet misses with a straight right.
Line with a nice calf kick.
Feet looks to clinch
and Line counters with a big head kick but Feet shrugs it off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Feet lunges at Line with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Line's hand.
Line throws a body kick that misses.
Line looks to throw the jab but Feet is out of range. #T1#
Feet misses with a head kick.
Line just misses with a punch to the body.
Line scores with a body shot.
Feet throws a head kick that misses.
Line is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Feet has taken the fight to the clinch.
Line can't break the clinch.
Feet tries a body shot but Line blocks it.
Feet misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Good standup being displayed there by Feet as he connects with a hook.
Mareth Line is winning the standup battle so far.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
Feet is looking to clinch.
Line bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Feet tries to bum rush Line with a series of wild strikes but Line uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Feet lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T2#
Feet scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Feet takes the fight into the clinch.
Line blocks a body shot from Feet.
Still in the clinch, Feet scores with a nice short uppercut.
Line blocks a body shot from Feet.
Feet keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Line's efforts to push away.
Line lands a body punch in the clinch.
Line blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Feet fails to land.
Line content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Line has had enough of the clinch but Feet keeps him there for the moment.
Line blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Line on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
Line 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.
Feet throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Feet tries to land a front kick but Line steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Line swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Feet on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Line. Line obviously looking to wear him down. #CL2#
Feet gets a clinch.
Feet throws a head punch that misses.
Feet tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Line's elbow.
Line is trying to break the clinch but Feet is controlling him.
Line working hard to break the clinch.
Feet tries to throw a body punch but Line avoids it by throwing Feet back against the cage. #BC2#
Feet escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Feet looks to land a body kick but Line moved away.
Feet throws a nice inside leg kick.
Feet on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Line displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Feet throws out the jab.
Feet takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T4#
Line looks to land a left hand but Feet moved out of range nicely.
A little jabbing left from Feet on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Line feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Feets jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Line misses with a hook
and Feet counters with a series of strikes. Line will be more careful next time no doubt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line walks into a straight right hand from Feet.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Feet is just out of range.
A jab from Feet misses.
Feet tries to clinch up
and Feet takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Good leg kick by Line. #CL2#
Line gets tackled into the cage by Feet. Feet maintains the clinch.
Feet controlling the action here for a moment.
Feet misses with a body punch.
Feet pushes Line back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Seemah Feet showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Seemah Feet'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#
A telegraphed right hand from Line misses the target.
Feet misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Feet avoids the body shot from Line.
Feet fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A chopping leg kick lands by Line.
A left lands for Line.
Feet gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Feet.
Line throws a jab when Feet was well out of range.
Line ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Feet moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Feet moves into the clinch.#BC#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Feet fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Feet pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Feet throws a low kick but Line avoids it.
Line appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Feet throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Line fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
Feet pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Line blocks a head kick by Feet.
Line swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Line lands with a nice body punch.
Line connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Feet tries to clinch but Line is having none of it.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Line.
Feet tries to clinch up.
Line throws a big counter combination but Feet scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Line misses with an uppercut.
Feet looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Line lands a nice looking body shot. #CL2#
Feet moves into the clinch.
Feet lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Feet breaks from the clinch.
Feet fails with an attempt to clinch. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line lands a nice hook to Feet's body. Feet takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Feet misses with a lunging right hand
and Line makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Line takes a kick to the side of the head.
Feet displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Line throws out the jab.
Feet throws a right hand that misses
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Line will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Feet tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Line cracks Feet with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Line defending well as Feet loads up on a big left hand.
Line throws a low kick but Feet avoids it.
Feet tries a quick counter leg kick but Line is wise to it.
Line lands a body shot.
Line throws a leg kick which misses Feet's front leg but catches the back leg as Feet tries to avoid it.
Feet is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Feet uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Line.
Feet pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Line back to the cage. Feet follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T3#
A jab from Feet misses.
Line scores with a hook to the body. Feet takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Feet scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Line doesn't seem bothered though.
Nice uppercut lands for Feet. That snapped Line's head back.
A clash of legs there as Feet blocks the low kick.
Feet throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Feet with a nice calf kick.#CL2#
Feet rushes Line and presses him up against the cage.
Feet misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Line manages to break the clinch.
Feet cracks a nice hook into Line's ribs.
Feet tries to clinch up.
Feet moves out of range as Line throws a body kick.
Line missing with a left hand there. Feet was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Feet has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Line.#T4#
The crowd cheers as Feet lands an impressive looking overhand right. Line doesn't seem phased though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Feet throws out a loose jab but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Feet throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A jab lands there for Feet.
Feet turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Line.
Feet's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Line catches Feet with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Feet moves out of range easily.
Feet waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Line.
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Feet.
Feet on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Line. Line obviously looking to wear him down.
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Feet just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A leg kick checked by Line.
Line is looking to counter with head kicks.

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 Mareth Line.
I think Line 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!

During a confident post fight interview, Mareth Line thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 181     
Date:   Sep 11, 2022
#R1#
Christiano throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Line is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Christiano with a body shot.
Line connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Christiano with the inside leg kick.
Christiano fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Line on the side of the head.
Line cracks a nice hook into Christiano's ribs.
Christiano looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Christiano connects with a solid leg kick.
Good leg kick by Christiano.
Christiano changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Christiano tries to move into range but Line moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Christiano.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Christiano misses with a hook.
Christiano lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A good leg kick by Christiano.
Christiano misses with a leg kick
and Line counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice straight punches there by Line. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Line.
Christiano 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.
Line gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Christiano.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Christiano moves away.#T1#
Christiano lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Line connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Christiano momentarily.
Line digs a good body shot into Christiano's ribs.
Christiano has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Line.
Line takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Juan Christiano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Christiano throws a push kick but Line slaps the foot to one side.
Christiano lands with a kick to the ribs.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Christiano misses with a body kick.
Line checks a leg kick nicely.
Line doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A telegraphed right hand from Line misses the target.
Christiano cracks Line with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Christiano cracks Line with an open hand slap.
A slapping leg kick lands for Christiano.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Christiano steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Line.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Christiano.
Line throws a nice outside leg kick. #T2#
Line throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line throws a hook but Christiano blocks it.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Line jabs at Christiano's body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Line. Christiano shrugs it off though.
Christiano tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Line throws out a counter right but Christiano avoids it with no problem.
Line takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Line misses the shot to the body.
Christiano with the inside leg kick.
Christiano throws a low kick but Line avoids it.
Christiano thows a body kick. Line tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A chopping leg kick lands by Line.
Line fails to land with a series of punches.
Line slips a jab from Christiano.
Christiano avoids the head kick by Line.
Christiano attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Line looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Christiano goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T3#
Christiano 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.
Christiano throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Christiano staying out of range there.
Christiano tries to score with a low kick but Line moves his leg out of the way.
Line misses with a right hand
and Christiano counters with a nice low kick that buckles Line's knee momentarily.
Line throws a head kick that misses.
Christiano is looking to score with low kicks.
Christiano swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Line.
Christiano listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Line throws a head kick that misses
and Christiano makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Christiano.
Christiano connects with a body shot.
Christiano misses with a low kick.
Christiano lands a nice looking body shot.
Christiano swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Line.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Christiano stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T4#
Line ducks under a wild hook from Christiano.
Christiano misses the shot to the body.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Christiano.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Christiano moves away.
Christiano swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Christiano moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Line throws a hook but Christiano blocks it.
Line checks the leg kick nicely there.
Line connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Christiano is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Line connects with a crisp jab.
Christiano misses with a kick to the body.
Line throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Christiano ducks under a wild hook from Line.
Christiano is looking to counter with a body kick.
Line moves out of range of the body kick from Christiano.
Christiano uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Line.
Christiano pivots, looking for a leg kick but Line is out of range and Christiano settles back down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Juan Christiano dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Christiano.
Line misses with a low kick.
Christiano keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Christiano lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Line might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Christiano has got the better of the exchanges.
Christiano misses with a straight right.
Christiano has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Line.
Christiano moves away from the strike by Line.
Christiano thumps Line with a low kick.
Christiano misses with an attempted mid kick.
Christiano misses with a body shot.
Christiano scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Line doesn't seem bothered though.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Christiano is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line slips a jab from Christiano.
Juan Christiano is winning the standup battle so far.
Line throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Christiano sees it coming and avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Christiano misses the target.
Line's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Christiano throws a looping overhand right but Line ducks down to avoid it.
Line looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
An inside leg kick lands from Christiano.
Line cracks a nice hook into Christiano's ribs.#T1#
Jab by Christiano.
Christiano lands a lovely overhand right.
Line looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Christiano on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Line closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
Christiano connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Line momentarily.
Christiano lands a jab.
Line avoids the body shot from Christiano.
Christiano throws a nice inside leg kick.
Line throws a poor cross that misses
and Christiano connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Christiano throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Christiano with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Line throws a body punch but Christiano moves out of range.
Line throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Christiano is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Line can do to turn this around?
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Christiano moves out of range easily. #T2#
An inside leg kick from Line misses.
Christiano throws out a leg kick but Line moves out of range and Christiano only half commits.
Christiano tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Line is able to avoid easily.
Christiano throws a half hearted mid kick.
That kick from Christiano tenderised Line's leg. Line is trying to keep his angry face on.
Line misses with a head kick.
Line misses with a body shot.
Christiano scores with a nice head shot.
Line lands a nice shot to the body.
Line misses with a looping right.
Good exchange - Christiano coming out on top.
Christiano throws a leg kick
and Line counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Christiano lands with a shot to the body.
Good leg kick by Christiano.
Christiano throws out a leg kick but Line moves out of range and Christiano only half commits.
Line throws a head kick but Christiano moves out of range.
The crowd cheers as Christiano lands an impressive looking overhand right. Line doesn't seem phased though.#T3#
Line throws a low kick but it's checked well by Christiano.
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Christiano moves out of range easily.
Christiano ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Christiano.
Christiano throws a leg kick but Line sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Christiano swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Line throws a leg kick but Christiano moved away.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Christiano thuds a left hand into Line's body.
Christiano scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Christiano lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Line misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Christiano connects with the punch.
Christiano fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Line has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Christiano uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Christiano.#T4#
Line connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Christiano swings away with a leg kick that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Christiano comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Christiano with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Good work by Line as he checks the leg kick.
Line avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Line takes one on the button.
Line rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Christiano makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Christiano tries to score with a low kick but Line moves his leg out of the way.
Line swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Line thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Christiano if he has to take too many more of those.
Line lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Christiano paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Christiano.
Good exchange - Christiano coming out on top.
Christiano throws a solid leg kick but Line takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Christiano.
Line throws out a counter right but Christiano avoids it with no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Juan Christiano dominated that second round.
That's time! Christiano's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Christiano uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Line.
Christiano swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Christiano checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Line throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jab from Christiano.
A low kick from Christiano is predictable there
and Line counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Line checks a leg kick nicely.
Christiano throws out a leg kick but Line moves out of range and Christiano only half commits.
Christiano tries to score with a low kick but Line moves his leg out of the way.
Christiano uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
A punch combination from Line misses.
Line waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Christiano.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Christiano scores with a nice body kick.
Line throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Christiano sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Christiano thuds a left hand into Line's body.
Christiano avoids the body shot from Line. #T1#
Christiano lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Christiano lands with an uppercut that bounces Line off the cage and back into range.
Jab by Christiano.
Line has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Line changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Christiano manages to avoid it.
Christiano scores with a spinning back kick!
Christiano finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Christiano sizes up Line with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Line on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A decent looking cross lands there for Christiano.
Line swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Christiano lands an overhand right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Line misses with a looping right.
Christiano lands a jab to Line's midsection.
Line misses the jab.#T2#
Christiano doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A leg kick checked by Line.
Line replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Christiano blocks it well.
Christiano throws a hook to the side of Line's head but Line sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Christiano moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nice shot by Christiano.
Christiano connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Line throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A lazy body kick from Christiano
and Line counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Line scores with a shot to the body.
Christiano throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Christiano throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Christiano lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Line takes a swing at Christiano's ribcage but misses.
Christiano looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Christiano connects with a single shot there.
Christiano throws a leg kick which misses Line's front leg but catches the back leg as Line tries to avoid it. #T3#
Line lands with a thumping leg kick.
Line moves out of range of the body kick.
Line throws a looping overhand right but Christiano ducks down to avoid it.
Line misses with a leg kick.
Christiano clobbers Line with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Christiano throws a looping overhand right but Line ducks down to avoid it.
It seemed like Line was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Line lands the left hand.
Christiano throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Christiano uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
A solid leg kick lands there for Christiano.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Line checks a leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Christiano 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 Line has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Line and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Line throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Line's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Christiano connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Line scrambles back to his feet.
Line takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Christiano doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T4#
Line slips a straight right by Christiano.
Christiano gets off balance looking for a body kick
enabling Line to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line throws a hook but Christiano blocks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Christiano. Line does a little dance to reset his feet.
Christiano lands with a nice body kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Christiano.
Christiano throws a nice outside leg kick.
Line has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Christiano.
Christiano pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Line checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Line throws a lazy uppercut
and Christiano counters with a slapping leg kick.
Christiano catches Line with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Christiano.
Line misses the jab.
Christiano appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Line finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Christiano feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Mareth Line has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Juan Christiano is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Juan Christiano showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Christiano 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juan Christiano!

Our winner, Juan Christiano, 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 170     
Date:   Aug 13, 2022
#R1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bissainthe.
Line appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bissainthe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Line throws out the jab.
Bissainthe cracks Line with an open hand slap.
Line takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
An inside leg kick lands from Bissainthe.
A jab from Line misses.
Bissainthe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Line.
Bissainthe takes one to the side of the head.
Bissainthe pivots, looking for a leg kick but Line is out of range and Bissainthe settles back down.
Bissainthe cracks Line with an open hand slap.
The fighters circling - Line throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bissainthe feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bissainthe shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Toussaint Bissainthe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Line cracks a nice hook into Bissainthe's ribs.
Bissainthe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Bissainthe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line throws an overhand right that lands on Bissainthe's shoulder, as Bissainthe tries to avoid the shot.
Line looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T1#
Bissainthe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Line misses the jab.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick but Line checks it.
Line appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Line throws a low kick, looking for Bissainthe's leg but Bissainthe calmly moves out of range.
Bissainthe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bissainthe throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick that is checked
and Line counters with a nice low kick that buckles Bissainthe's knee momentarily.
Bissainthe slips a straight right by Line.
A counter left hand to the body from Bissainthe misses its target.
A jab from Line finds it's way through Bissainthe's defenses.
Line is looking to chop away at Bissainthe's legs.
Bissainthe thuds his shin into the meat of Line's side.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
Line on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bissainthe. Bissainthe obviously looking to wear him down.
Bissainthe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bissainthe throws a hook to the side of Line's head but Line sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Line is trying to counter with his kicks.
Bissainthe slips a straight right by Line.
Bissainthe throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bissainthe throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot.
Line tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A shot to the liver by Line. Beautiful body shot.
Bissainthe paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bissainthe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bissainthe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.
Bissainthe throws a hook but Line blocks it.
A countering left hand to the body from Line misses.
Line checks a leg kick.
Line takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bissainthe lands a leg kick that knocks Line off balance momentarily.
A low kick lands for Bissainthe.
Line blocks a leg kick.
Line avoids the body shot from Bissainthe.
Line connects with a jab.
Bissainthe misses with a low kick as Line jumps back.#T3#
Bissainthe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe blocks a head kick by Line.
Line slips under a jab from Bissainthe.
Line tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bissainthe was well out of range. Poor timing from Line.
Line misses with a hook.
Bissainthe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bissainthe goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Bissainthe is just out of range.
Line fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bissainthe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bissainthe dodges the punch combination from Line.
Bissainthe tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a shot from downtown. Line moves away and avoids it.
Bissainthe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bissainthe feints and then cracks Line's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Line down.
Line just misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Bissainthe throws a push kick but Line slaps the foot to one side.
Bissainthe misses with a hook.
Line takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Bissainthe moves out of range easily.
Line lands an overhand right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bissainthe connects with a right hand. Line shakes it off.
Bissainthe connects with a crisp jab.
Bissainthe motions for Line to come forward. Bissainthe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Line keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bissainthe connects with an inside leg kick.
Bissainthe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bissainthe.
Good work by Line as he checks the leg kick.
Bissainthe moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromLine.
Line fails to land with a series of punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bissainthe tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Line was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bissainthe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bissainthe scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Toussaint Bissainthe dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bissainthe takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bissainthe misses with a low kick.
Line scores with a jab to the jaw.
Line on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Bissainthe tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Line is able to avoid easily.
Bissainthe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bissainthe misses with a low kick.
Bissainthe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Line can do to turn this around?
A nice inside leg kick there by Bissainthe. That's going to slow Line down.
Bissainthe fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Line.
Line takes a swing at Bissainthe's ribcage but misses.
Bissainthe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Toussaint Bissainthe is winning the standup battle so far.
Bissainthe looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Bissainthe. Line shrugs it off though.
Bissainthe avoids the body shot from Line.
And Bissainthe counters with a quick kick to the body but Line blocks it.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Line might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bissainthe has got the better of the exchanges.
Line displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bissainthe throws out the jab.
Bissainthe attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bissainthe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.#T1#
Bissainthe blocks the body kick.
Line misses the jab.
Bissainthe looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Line takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Line avoids the body shot from Bissainthe.
Line misses with a looping right.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bissainthe.
Line takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Line has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bissainthe.
Line's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Bissainthe moves out of range easily.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick but Line sees it coming and moves out of range.
Line steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Good leg kick by Bissainthe.
Line lands with a nice body punch.
Bissainthe is looking to score with low kicks.
Line now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Line misses with an uppercut. Bissainthe saw that one coming.
Line throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bissainthe looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bissainthe. Line does a little dance to reset his feet.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bissainthe.#T2#
Bissainthe fakes the leg kick and cracks Line in the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Line tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Line throws a leg kick but Bissainthe sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Line is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bissainthe.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bissainthe.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line throws a front kick that sends Bissainthe stumbling back into the cage.
Line misses with a straight left.
Bissainthe jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bissainthe throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Line throws a low kick but Bissainthe moves out of range easily.
An inside leg kick lands from Bissainthe.
Line keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Bissainthe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Bissainthe is just out of range.
Bissainthe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.#T3#
Bissainthe tries a low kick but Line avoids it.
Bissainthe throws a hook to the side of Line's head but Line sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bissainthe scores with a jab to the body.
Bissainthe throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Line stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Line misses with a low kick as Bissainthe jumps back.
Line takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bissainthe throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Line scores with a head kick. Bissainthe tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick but Line checks it.
A nice leg kick from Line, right into the meat of the thigh.
Line throws a leg kick but Bissainthe moved away.
The fighters circling - Line throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A swing and a miss from Line.
Bissainthe throws a chopping leg kick but Line manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bissainthe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Line doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bissainthe throws a nice inside leg kick. #T4#
Line looks to land a left hand but Bissainthe moved out of range nicely.
Bissainthe tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Line is able to avoid easily.
Line throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bissainthe counters with a nice kick to the body.
Line throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bissainthe lands a nice looking body kick.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a looping overhand right but Line ducks down to avoid it.
Bissainthe scores with a leg kick.
Bissainthe throws a nice outside leg kick.
Line thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bissainthe feints and then cracks Line's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Line down.
Bissainthe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Line.
Bissainthe pivots, looking for a leg kick but Line is out of range and Bissainthe settles back down.
Line throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bissainthe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Line takes a swing at Bissainthe's ribcage but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Toussaint Bissainthe dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
No joy there for Line, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bissainthe scores with a decent looking hook.
Crunch! Bissainthe slams his shin into Line's torso.
Line needs to keep his hands up - Bissainthe had a free shot at his head there.
Bissainthe throws a push kick but Line slaps the foot to one side.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick but Line checks it.
Line looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Bissainthe keeps Line at a distance using the push kick.
Bissainthe connects with a single shot there.
Line listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bissainthe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bissainthe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Line counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick but Line moved away.
Line tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice defenses there by Line.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line moves out of range as Bissainthe throws a body kick.
Line pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Bissainthe throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Line.
Nice body punch from Line.
Line has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.
A shot to the liver by Bissainthe. Beautiful body shot.
Bissainthe paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Line lands a leg kick that knocks Bissainthe off balance momentarily.
Bissainthe throws a push kick but Line slaps the foot to one side.
Line replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bissainthe blocks it well.
Line takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Line on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nice defenses there by Bissainthe.
Line avoids the body shot from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bissainthe tests Line's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bissainthe throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bissainthe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Bissainthe moves out of range easily.
Bissainthe tried to score with a low kick but Line checks it.
Line thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bissainthe misses with an attempted mid kick.
A clash of legs there as Line blocks the low kick.
Bissainthe walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Line checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bissainthe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Line on the side of the head.
Bissainthe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bissainthe shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Line scoring well with a low kick there.
A big left from Bissainthe misses.
Line throws a nice looking combination but Bissainthe bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bissainthe appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bissainthe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Line swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Line throws a leg kick but Bissainthe sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Line has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Line is out of range.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick but Line sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Despite the aggression on Line's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bissainthe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bissainthe scores with a kick to the body.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Bissainthe is just out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bissainthe 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 Line has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Line and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A nice side step and Line releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bissainthe scores with a shot to the body.
Bissainthe is looking to land body kicks.
Bissainthe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Line keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bissainthe.
Line on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Line misses with a leg kick.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick but Line sees it coming and moves out of range. #T4#
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Line looks to throw the jab but Bissainthe is out of range.
Line on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bissainthe connects with an inside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Line digs a good hook to Bissainthe's body.
Bissainthe lands a jab.
Bissainthe connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bissainthe scores with a punch to the head.
Line lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bissainthe at a distance.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bissainthe manages to avoid it.
Bissainthe lands a glancing blow to the side of Line's head.
Bissainthe lands a jab to Line's midsection.
Bissainthe delivers a nice body kick.
Mareth Line has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Toussaint Bissainthe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bissainthe throws a low kick but Line moves out of range easily.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toussaint Bissainthe!

Toussaint Bissainthe thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: CFC 501     
Date:   Jul 17, 2022
#R1#
Line blocks a low kick nicely.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Line throws a looping overhand right but Swanson ducks down to avoid it.
Swanson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Line looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Swanson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Swanson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Swanson throws a big counter head kick but Line avoids it with no problem.
Swanson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Line throws a head kick that misses.
Line backing away here, and Swanson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Line waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Swanson.
Line thuds a left hand into Swanson's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line thuds a left hand into Swanson's body.
Line misses with a body shot.
Swanson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Swanson raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Swanson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T1#
Line misses with a straight right.
Line backing away here, and Swanson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Swanson 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.
Line throws a half hearted mid kick.
Swanson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Line throws an off balance right hand
and Swanson counters with a leg kick.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Swanson manages to avoid it.
Swanson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Line lands with a cross.
A big right from Swanson misses.
Line lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Swanson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Line throws a big shot that misses.
Line avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Line misses its target.
Swanson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Line lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Swanson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Line.
Decent striking displayed by Swanson there.#T2#
Swanson checks the leg kick.
Swanson moves out of range of the body kick from Line.
Line blocks a jab.
Line seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Line takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Swanson.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Swanson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Swanson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Line on the side of the head.
Line takes a swing at Swanson's ribcage but misses.
Swanson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Line missing with a left hand there. Swanson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Swanson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Line.
It seemed like Swanson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Line throws a jab when Swanson was well out of range.
Line scores with a punch to the head.#T3#
Line moves into range and connects with a jab.
Line takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Line smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Line checks a leg kick.
Line misses with a body shot.
Swanson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Line misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Swanson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Swanson throws out a counter right but Line avoids it with no problem.
Line throws a nice outside leg kick.
Line swinging wildly here.
Swanson was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Line misses with a body shot.
Swanson throws a body shot but no joy.
Swanson throws a chopping leg kick but Line manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T4#
Line scores with a hook to the body. Swanson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Line moves out of range as Swanson strikes.
Line checks the leg kick nicely there.
Line is looking to score with low kicks.
Line avoids a kick to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Swanson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Line.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swanson.
Swanson throws a body shot but no joy.
Swanson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Swanson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Line walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Swanson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Swanson is just out of range.
Swanson throws a head kick but Line moves out of range.
Line was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Line looks to land a right hand but Swanson moved out of range.
Swanson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Line takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Swanson misses with a body kick.
A left lands for Swanson.
Line lands a nice hook to Swanson's body. Swanson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Line throws a hook but Swanson avoids it easily.
Swanson connects with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Swanson on the side of the head.
Line checks a low kick from Swanson.
Line avoids the head kick by Swanson.
Line keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mareth Line is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Swanson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Line has time to react.
Swanson connects with a solid leg kick.
Line throws a body punch but Swanson moves out of range.
Swanson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Line avoids the body shot from Swanson.
Swanson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Line 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 Swanson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Swanson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Swanson looks to land a body kick but Line moved away.
An inside leg kick lands from Line.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Swanson moves away.
Line lands a nice shot that snaps Swanson's head back.
Swanson throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Line throws a body kick that misses.
A slow jab from Line misses its intended target. #T2#
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Swanson moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Swanson! But no joy.
Line thuds his right hand into Swanson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Swanson throws out a counter right but Line avoids it with no problem.
Line goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Line connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Line misses with a body kick.
Line lands with a hook. Swanson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Line misses the shot to the body.
Swanson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Swanson might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Line has got the better of the exchanges.
Swanson misses the jab.
Swanson lands an overhand right.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Swanson is just out of range.
Line misses with an uppercut
and Swanson counters with a nice uppercut.
Line fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T3#
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swanson.
Line misses with a few strikes there.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swanson.
A big right from Swanson misses.
Swanson thows a body kick. Line tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Swanson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Line.
Line is looking to counter punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Swanson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Line lands a body shot.
Swanson lands a leg kick that knocks Line off balance momentarily.
Swanson misses with a straight right.
Line blocks a head kick by Swanson.
Line misses with an uppercut. Swanson saw that one coming.#T4#
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line walks into a jab.
Line takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Swanson misses the shot to the body.
Swanson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Line throws out the jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Swanson is trying to counter with his kicks.
Swanson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A counter left hand to the body from Line misses its target.
Swanson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Line.
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Swanson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
Swanson tries a head kick but it misses.
Swanson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Line connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Swanson momentarily.
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 Mareth Line 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#
Swanson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice shot by Swanson.
Line throws a hook but Swanson avoids it easily.
Line misses with a looping left.
Line throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Swanson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Line momentarily.
Swanson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
Swanson only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Swanson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Swanson takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Line 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line throws an overhand right that lands on Swanson's shoulder, as Swanson tries to avoid the shot.
A combination from Line does no damage.
Line slips under a jab.
Line throws a series of punches but Swanson avoids them all with ease. #T1#
Swanson misses with a looping left.
Swanson lands a nice looking body shot.
Line throws the kick towards the body but Swanson avoids it.
Swanson steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Good shot there by Swanson.
Nice shot lands for Line.
Swanson throws a leg kick but Line sees it coming and moves out of range.
Line on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Swanson moves out of range of the body kick from Line.
Line smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Swanson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Swanson slips under a jab.
Swanson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Benedicte Swanson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Swanson looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.
Line lands with a shot to the body.
Line scores with a jab to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Swanson swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Swanson avoids the head kick by Line.
Swanson connects with a body shot that sends Line's belly button to the back.
Line thows a body kick. Swanson tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
Line misses with an uppercut.
Line checks a low kick from Swanson.
Swanson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Line paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T3#
Swanson moves out of range of the body kick from Line.
Line lands a glancing blow to the side of Swanson's head.
Swanson scores with a jab.
Line looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Good exchange - Line coming out on top.
Swanson misses with a right hand
and Line counters with a nice uppercut.
A lazy left from Swanson finds it's target.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Swanson shapes to counter with a head kick.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Swanson.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Swanson.
A clash of legs there as Line blocks the low kick.
Donk. Line catches Swanson right on the button with a cross.#T4#
Line misses the body punch
and Swanson counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Swanson blocks the body kick.
Swanson looks to land a left hand but Line moved out of range nicely.
A shot to the body from Line misses
and Swanson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Line wants to land a leg kick but Swanson is out of range.
Swanson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Swanson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Line misses with a hook.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Swanson moves away.
Line throws a leg kick but Swanson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A decent looking cross lands there for Line.
Line looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Mareth Line is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Swanson.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mareth Line showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Line 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 Skip Squint scores the fight 30:27
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!

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

 

Event: CFC 492: Tai Kung v Line     
Date:   Jun 15, 2022
#R1#
Tai Kung tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Line gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Line doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Line.
Line makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
Line lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Line.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tai Kung lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Line blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Line fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Line lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Line tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tai Kung just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tai Kung struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands. #BC2#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Line throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Tai Kung to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Mareth Line has been cut.
A jab from Line does it's job there.#T1#
Tai Kung misses with a hook
and Line counters with a good low kick that Tai Kung was not able to check.
Line tries to close the distance and clinch but Tai Kung swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tai Kung throwing a counter right hand but Line manages to avoid it.
A good leg kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Tai Kung misses the target.
Line scores with a nice right hand.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a poor cross that misses
and Line counters with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung missing with a left hand there. Line was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Line tries to clinch up.#T2#
Line throws a hook but Tai Kung blocks it.
Line tries to clinch there but Tai Kung circles away.
Line walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but Line ducks down to avoid it.
Tai Kung fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line tries to land a body kick
and Tai Kung counters with a nice body shot.
Line misses with a jab to the body
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tai Kung takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T3#
Tai Kung throws a right hand that misses
and Line counters with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung avoids a kick to the body.
A lazy body kick from Line
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Line.
Line moves out of range of the strikes.
Tai Kung is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung's corner calls for a 1-2. Tai Kung obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Line moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Tai Kung tries to land a body kick
and Line counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Line throws a looping overhand right but Tai Kung ducks down to avoid it.
Line throws a looping overhand right but Tai Kung ducks down to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Tai Kung tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Line tries to grapple but his opponent circles #KD#
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp right hand that drops Line! Tai Kung lets Line back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Line has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tai Kung throws a lazy uppercut
and Line counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
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 Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mareth Line's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Line avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Line is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tai Kung with a body shot.
Tai Kung throws out a loose jab but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Tai Kung throws a half hearted mid kick.
A punch lands to the side of Tai Kung 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Good standup being displayed there by Line as he connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line moves away from the strike by Tai Kung.
Good standup being displayed there by Line as he connects with a hook.
Line ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Line swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
Line throws a right hand that misses
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Line throws out a counter right but Tai Kung avoids it with no problem.
Line blocks a jab.
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.#CL2#
Line closes the distance and pushes Tai Kung back into the cage.
Line swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Line prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
A right hook to the body lands for Tai Kung.
Line working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Line works on Tai Kung's body with a couple of short punches.#T2#
A head punch on the inside from Line fails to land.
Line misses with a punch on the inside.
Tai Kung misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short uppercut from Tai Kung.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Line misses with a hook to the ribs.
Line blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
Line lands a body shot.
Tai Kung's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung scores with a hook to the body.
Still in the clinch, Line scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tai Kung is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Line blocks an uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Tai Kung.
Mareth Line seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tai Kung throws a jab when Line was well out of range.#T3#
Tai Kung looks to land a right hand but Line moved out of range.
Line looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Line throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tai Kung lands a jab to the nose.
Tai Kung swats away the attempt to clinch by Line.
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Line counters with a two punch combo.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Tai Kung.#T4#
Line keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tai Kung.
Line connects with a jab.
Line takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A low kick lands for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Line checks a leg kick.
Despite the aggression on Line's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Tai Kung throws the left hand but Line avoids the punch easily.
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 Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mareth Line'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#
Tai Kung swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tai Kung swings widly with a right hand
and Line counters with a straight right hand.
Tai Kung moves out of range of the strikes.
Line scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Line swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tai Kung makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
A little jabbing left from Line 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.
A good leg kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick
and Line counters with a big head kick but Tai Kung shrugs it off.
Tai Kung misses with a straight right. #T1#
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Line counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Line throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung tried to counter with a leg kick but Line avoided it.
Line fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
Line swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
Tai Kung throws out a leg kick but Line moves out of range and Tai Kung only half commits. #T2#
Tai Kung thows a leg kick but Line checks it
and Line cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tai Kung avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tai Kung connects with an inside leg kick.
Tai Kung misses with a lunging right hand
and Line counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big right from Line misses.
Tai Kung swings widly with a right hand
and Line counters with a nice leg kick.
A shot to the body from Tai Kung misses
and Line counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A lazy left from Tai Kung finds it's target.#T3#
Line ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Line lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL2#
Line clinches.
Tai Kung fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tai Kung tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Line throws a head punch that misses.
Line working aggressively here.
Line has a couple of punches blocked by Tai Kung.
Line can't find room to land a body shot as Tai Kung controls the action.
Line lands with a light punch inside.
Line lands an uppercut.
Line misses with a punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Line. #T4#
Line lands a nice shot to the body.
Line presses Tai Kung against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tai Kung misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tai Kung looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line lands a jab to the nose.
Tai Kung lands an overhand right.
Line tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Line wants to clinch but Tai Kung slips to the side
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A clash of legs there as Line blocks the low kick.
The fighters circling - Tai Kung throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Line is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tai Kung with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mareth Line'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.#R4#
Line with a jab.
Line misses with a right hand
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Tai Kung with a nice cross.
Line throws a head kick that misses
and Tai Kung counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line throws an off balance right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a stiff right hand.
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.#T1#
Good leg kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot.
Tai Kung backing away here, and Line unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Line misses with an uppercut. Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Manolito Tai Kung is winning the standup battle so far.
Line works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Line tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Line! But no joy.
Line throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tai Kung on the side of the head. #T2#
Line's corner calls for a 1-2. Line obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Line connects with a leg kick.
Line throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tai Kung rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Line counters with a straight right hand.
Line avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A low kick lands for Tai Kung. #T3#
Line thows a leg kick but Tai Kung checks it
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Line lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Line strikes.
Line misses with a right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a stiff right hand.
Tai Kung scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#ROC#Line is rocked!
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that drops Line like a sack of potatoes! Tai Kung dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
Manolito Tai Kung retains his welterweight title!
An out of breath Manolito Tai Kung thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: CFC 482: Line v Feet     
Date:   May 11, 2022
#R1#
Line misses with a hook. Feet ducked under it nicely.
Feet throws a big counter combination but Line scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Line moves away from the strike by Feet.
Line misses the shot to the body.
Line moves forwards but Feet connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Feet tries to close the distance and clinch up but Line swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The fighters circling - Line throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Feet fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Line avoids it really well and circles away.
Feet looks to land a body kick but Line moved away.
Feet thows a left - swing and a miss!
Line jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Some wild striking there from Feet.
Feet getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Line tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Feet was well out of range. Poor timing from Line.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Feet.
Feet throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Line throws a jab when Feet was well out of range.
Feet misses with a low kick.
Line throws a low kick, looking for Feet's leg but Feet calmly moves out of range.
Feet has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Feet misses with a low kick.
Good work by Feet as he checks the leg kick.
Line thows a leg kick but Feet checks it
and Feet counters with a low kick, right behind Line 's knee.
Feet throws a hook to the side of Line's head but Line sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Feet loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Line dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Feet. That did some damage!
Feet misses with a straight right. #TD#
Feet darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Feet throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Feet not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Feet is looking for a kimura but Line is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Feet to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Line looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Feet thows a huge punch but Line dodges it nicely. #T2#
Feet throwing shots but Line is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Feet is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Feet is looking for a kimura here.
Feet is keen to just control but Line is a slippery customer.
Feet sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Line defending well though. #SUB#
Feet is working for a submission of some sort.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Feet is working for a submission of some sort. #T3#
Line wants to improve his position but Feet is controlling well.
Feet wants to pass the guard but Line is defending well.
Line tries to get to full guard but Feet has control of the leg.
Feet tries to pass to full mount but Line defends it.
Feet throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Feet throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Line to regain full guard.
Line preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Feet trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Feet throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Line works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Feet tries to free his leg and advance position but Line is retaining full guard.
Line working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Feet.
Feet throwing strikes from guard but Line blocks nicely.
Feet postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Feet throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Line had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Feet defends it easily.
Feet 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.
Feet pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Line is keeping the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Feet is working hard here to advance position.
Feet wants to control from the top but Line keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Seemah Feet dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Feet throws a body shot but no joy.
Feet misses with an attempted mid kick.
Line bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Feet's head.
The fighters circling - Line throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Feet misses with a head kick.
Feet misses with an uppercut.
Line lands with a right hand.
Feet tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Feet bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Feet misses with a straight right.
Line tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Feet was well out of range. Poor timing from Line.
Feet throws a shot from downtown. Line moves away and avoids it.
Line is looking for the big counter here.
Line works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A solid leg kick lands there for Line.
Feet takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Feet misses the shot to the body.
Feet avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Feet tries to clinch but Line moves out of range.
Line connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Feet swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Line moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Line wants to slow Feet down by chopping away at his legs. #T1#
Line takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Line scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Feet connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CL#
Feet closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Feet lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Line breaks from the clinch.
Line displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Feet throws out the jab.
Line slips a straight right by Feet.
Feet tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Line swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Line lands a body shot.
Feet throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Feet misses with an uppercut. Line saw that one coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Feet takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Feet throws a jab when Line was well out of range.
Feet rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Line moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Line dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Line looks to land a left hand but Feet moved out of range nicely.
A shot to the liver by Feet. Beautiful body shot.
Feet misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Line takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Feet is looking to clinch but Line is avoiding it.
Feet misses the shot to the body.
Line staying out of range there.
Feet on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Line. Line obviously looking to wear him down.
A combination from Line does no damage.
Feet ducks under a wild hook from Line.
Line misses with a low kick.
Nice body punch from Line.
Line throws a body punch but Feet moves out of range.
Line misses with a straight left.
Feet checks a low kick from Line.
Line throws a combination that misses
and Feet counters with a thumping low kick.
Line's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Feet connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Line scrambles back to his feet.
Feet walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Line checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Line looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Line missing with a left hand there. Feet was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Feet moves away.
A counter left hand to the body from Feet misses its target.
Line connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Line walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T3#
Feet throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Line.
Feet chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Feet tries to clinch there but Line circles away.
Feet takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Feet doesn't manage to clinch there - Line circles away.
Line waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Feet.
A solid leg kick lands there for Feet.
A jab from Feet misses.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Feet shoots in for a takedown but Line shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Feet is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Line slips a straight right by Feet.
Line will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Feet tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Feet.
A slapping leg kick lands for Line.
A big left from Feet misses.
Line ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Line misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot to the liver by Line. Beautiful body shot.
Line lands a jab to Feet's midsection.
Feet chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Feet fails with an attempt to clinch.
Line looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
An inside leg kick from Feet misses.
Line blocks a head kick by Feet. #CL#
Feet has managed to clinch. #TD#
Feet pulls Line into guard.
Line passes Feet's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Feet is trying to control but Line passes into side control!
Feet gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Feet is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Line has latched onto it... Big trouble! Line pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Feet is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Line!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mareth Line!
After winning the bout, Mareth Line thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: CFC 475: Bosanac vs McFly     
Date:   Apr 16, 2022
#R1#
Daughtrey tries to clinch but Line moves out of range.
Line throws out a counter right but Daughtrey avoids it with no problem.
Daughtrey throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Line to counter with a crisp jab.
Daughtrey lands a nice looking body shot.
Daughtrey wants to clinch.
Daughtrey throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Line counter with a right hand.
Daughtrey lands a body shot. #CL#
Daughtrey clinches up against the cage.
Daughtrey misses with an elbow over the top.#BC#
Daughtrey breaks from the clinch.
Line fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Daughtrey.
Daughtrey tries to close the distance and clinch but Line swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Daughtrey moves into the clinch successfully.
Line has Daughtrey pressed against the cage, preventing Daughtrey from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Daughtrey pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kevin Daughtrey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Line misses with the combination.
Daughtrey tries to clinch but Line moves away
and Line counters with a nice kick to the body.
Daughtrey definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Daughtrey looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CUT2#It looks like Kevin Daughtrey has been cut.
Line slips under a jab.
Line looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Line throws a leg kick that misses.
Daughtrey tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Line paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Daughtrey tries to clinch up.
Line dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Daughtrey. That did some damage!#CL#
Daughtrey moves into the clinch successfully.
Daughtrey misses with the head strike.
Daughtrey has Line pressed against the cage, preventing Line from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Line pushes Daughtrey back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Line manages to break the clinch.
Daughtrey tries to clinch but Line is having none of it. #T2#
Daughtrey scores with a punch to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Daughtrey scores with a hook to the body.
Daughtrey tries to work over Line's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Line misses with the head strike.
Daughtrey pushes Line back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Daughtrey working aggressively here.
Line misses with a body punch.
Daughtrey lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Daughtrey pushes off an throws an elbow but Line leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey misses with a punch to the body.
Daughtrey gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Line jumps guard but Daughtrey stands there with Line around his waist. Line gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Line lands a body punch. #BC2#
Line breaks from the clinch.
Daughtrey tries to clinch but Line moves out of range.
It seemed like Line was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Line avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A punch lands to the side of Line 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Line walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
Daughtrey has taken the fight to the clinch.
Line blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Daughtrey struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands.
Line wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Line dodges an elbow strike from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Line.
Daughtrey throws a punch but it's blocked by Line.
Line tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Daughtrey smiles and moves away.
Daughtrey swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Line feints a counter leg kick.
A slow jab from Daughtrey misses its intended target.
Daughtrey tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Line manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Daughtrey looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
As Daughtrey backs off Line throws a huge counter combo but Daughtrey manages to avoid it all.#T4#
Daughtrey closes the distance looking to clinch
and Line counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL#
Daughtrey clinches up against the cage.
Line is trying to pull guard but Daughtrey turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kevin Daughtrey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mareth Line.
Line blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Daughtrey lands an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Daughtrey takes a shot to the head.
Daughtrey misses with a hook to the ribs.
Daughtrey pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Daughtrey pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Daughtrey.
Daughtrey throws an elbow that misses.
Line has had enough of the clinch but Daughtrey keeps him there for the moment.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Line.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Daughtrey dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kevin Daughtrey's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Daughtrey fails in his attempt to clinch.
Line is looking for the big counter here.#CL#
Daughtrey forces Line back against the cage and clinches.
Daughtrey throws an elbow but it misses.
Line blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Daughtrey misses with a punch on the inside.
Daughtrey looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Line blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Line lands a hook that snaps the head of Daughtrey backwards.
Daughtrey lands with a right to the head.
Daughtrey lands a shoulder strike.
Line has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Daughtrey blocking some punches.
Daughtrey is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daughtrey lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Daughtrey misses with a hook to the ribs.
Line wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD2#
Line manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Line throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1##SUB2#
Line has his feet on Daughtrey's thighs here. He's pushed Daughtrey off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Daughtrey screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mareth Line!
Our winner, Mareth Line, 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: GC 422 Championship Chaos 2     
Date:   Mar 19, 2022
#R1#
Laranja ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Line throws an overhand right that lands on Laranja's shoulder, as Laranja tries to avoid the shot.
Jab, jab by Laranja - just one landing.
Laranja takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Laranja scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
Line misses with a jab, cross combination.
Laranja misses with a hook.
Line misses with an uppercut
and Line takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Line scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A cross from Line lands.
Line throws a right and a left that Laranja avoids nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line scores with a leg kick.
Jab by Laranja.
A head kick by Line misses
and Laranja counters with a nice body shot.
Laranja fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Line has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Laranja lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A slapping leg kick lands for Laranja.
Line misses with a lunging right hand
and Laranja counters with a slapping leg kick. #T1#
Line loads up on a big right hand but Laranja slips the punch.
Laranja avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Laranja throws a hook to the side of Line's head but Line sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Laranja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laranja uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Line.
Laranja loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Line connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sloppy strikes from Line. Those never looked like landing.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Line dips to his left and cracks Laranja with an uppercut!
Line lands with a straight right. Laranja didn't see that one coming.
Line throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Laranja throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Laranja.
A telegraphed right hand from Line misses the target.
Laranja scoring well with a low kick there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Line 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. #T2#
Line scores with a nice head shot.
Line scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A jab from Laranja misses.
Laranja lands a jab to Line's midsection.
Line blocks a head kick by Laranja.
Line tries to land a leg kick but Laranja saw it coming and moves away.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laranja throws a hook to the side of Line's head but Line sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Line smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Laranja connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Line throws a head kick that misses.
Line throws a shot from downtown. Laranja moves away and avoids it.
Line throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Line scoring well with a low kick there.
Line looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Line ducks under a wild hook from Laranja.
Line throws a shot from downtown. Laranja moves away and avoids it.
Line throws a nice inside leg kick.
Line slips a jab from Laranja.#T3#
Laranja uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Line.
Line misses the shot to the body.
Laranja misses with a looping right.
Laranja looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Laranja.
Laranja tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Line is able to avoid easily.
Laranja's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Line connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Laranja scrambles back to his feet.
Laranja takes a swing at Line's ribcage but misses.
Line avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Some bone on bone action there as Line checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Line misses with a low kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Line.
Line cracks Laranja with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The fighters circling - Laranja throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Laranja misses with a head kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Line misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Line.
Line pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Line tries to bum rush Laranja with a series of wild strikes but Laranja uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Laranja throws a lazy head kick
and Line counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Line with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Laranja is just out of range.
Laranja takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Laranja misses with an attempted mid kick.
Line is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Laranja moves away from the strike by Line.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
Line throws a low kick but Laranja avoids it.
Laranja throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice body kick from Laranja.
Laranja misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Line moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Laranja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Laranja.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A leg kick checked by Line.
Laranja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laranja chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Line can pounce on him.
Laranja keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Line swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Line throws a right hand that misses
and Laranja counters with a good low kick that Line was not able to check.
Laranja misses with a body shot.
Laranja scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Good shot there by Laranja.
Laranja cracks a nice hook into Line's ribs.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Laranja is just out of range.
Laranja now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Line ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Line ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Line slips under a jab.
Some bone on bone action there as Line checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Line seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A slapping leg kick lands for Laranja.
Line defending well as Laranja loads up on a big left hand.
A big left from Laranja misses.
Laranja misses with an attempted mid kick.
Laranja misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Line.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Line misses its intended target. #T1#
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Laranja throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Laranja ducks under a wild hook from Line.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
Laranja misses with an attempted mid kick.
Laranja throws a sloppy head kick and Line moves out of range easily.
Line tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
Laranja throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot.
Line avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Laranja misses with a hook. Line ducked under it nicely.
Line moves out of range as Laranja throws a body kick.
Laranja bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Line's head.
Laranja dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Line. That did some damage!
Good shot there by Laranja.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
Laranja checks a leg kick nicely.
Line lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Line throws a jab when Laranja was well out of range.
Line lands a leg kick that knocks Laranja off balance momentarily.
Laranja throws a body shot but no joy.
A big right from Line misses.
Good work by Line as he checks the leg kick.
Laranja has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Line lands a leg kick that knocks Laranja off balance momentarily.
A swing and a miss from Line.
Line staying out of range there.
Laranja takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A big left from Line misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
Line takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Laranja checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Laranja fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Laranja swings for the body but Line moves out of range. #T3#
Line throws a looping overhand right but Laranja ducks down to avoid it.
Line throws a looping overhand right but Laranja ducks down to avoid it.
Good standup being displayed there by Laranja as he connects with a hook.
Laranja staying out of range there.
Laranja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Line.
Line lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Laranja at a distance.
Line swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Laranja moves into range and connects with a jab.
Laranja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Line.
Line looks to land a right hand but Laranja moved out of range.
Line is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Line tests Laranja's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Line. That's going to slow Laranja down.
Laranja looks to throw the jab but Line is out of range.
Line is looking for a counter combo.
Laranja swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Line feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T4#
Line dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Laranja. That did some damage!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Laranja.
And Laranja responds with a good body kick, but Line manages to step out the way in time.
Laranja slips a straight right by Line.
Line works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Laranja takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Laranja's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses.
Laranja scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nice defenses there by Laranja.
Jab from Line.
Laranja tests Line's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Laranja throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Line sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
A slow jab from Laranja misses its intended target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Laranja ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Laranja moves away from the strike by Line.
Laranja blocks a jab.
Laranja swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Renato Laranja will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Laranja ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Line on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Line lands a right hook to the body.
Line tests Laranja's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Laranja pushes Line away with a front kick.
Line misses with a straight left.
Line throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Laranja on the side of the head.
Line misses with a left hand
and Laranja counters with a stiff right hand.
Line swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Laranja counter with a right hand.
Laranja misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Line.
Laranja displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Line throws out the jab.
Line lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Laranja circles away quickly and effectively.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The fighters circling - Laranja throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Line scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Laranja pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Line lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Laranja cracks a nice hook into Line's ribs.
Line is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Line throws a low kick, looking for Laranja's leg but Laranja calmly moves out of range.
Laranja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Laranja.
Laranja throws a leg kick but Line moved away.
Laranja avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Laranja.
Line swings for the body but Laranja moves out of range.
Line throws the left hand but Laranja avoids the punch easily.
It seemed like Laranja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Laranja throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Laranja loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Laranja throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Laranja ducks under a wild hook from Line.
Laranja has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Line misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Laranja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Line slips a straight right by Laranja.
Line bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Laranja's head backwards.
Line takes a swing at Laranja's ribcage but misses.
Laranja throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line misses with a left hand
and Laranja cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice shot lands for Line.
Laranja throws a good cross that connects.
Laranja checks the leg kick nicely there.
Laranja lands a right hook to the body.
Line misses with a jab, cross combination.
Laranja throws a body shot but no joy.
Laranja misses with a straight right.
Laranja swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheers as Laranja lands an impressive looking overhand right. Line doesn't seem phased though.
Nice defenses there by Line.#T3#
Line lands a jab to Laranja's midsection.
Laranja throws a jab but it's blocked by Line.
Good shot there by Line.
Laranja lands a nice looking body shot.
Laranja 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.
Nice defenses there by Laranja.
Laranja let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Laranja.
An attempted straight right counter from Line misses the target.
Laranja moves away from the strike by Line.
Laranja takes a swing at Line's ribcage but misses.
A clash of legs there as Line blocks the low kick.
No joy there for Laranja, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Line blocks a head kick by Laranja.
Mareth Line is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Laranja misses.
Line throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Laranja slips a jab and a cross from Line.
It seemed like Laranja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Line lands a right hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Line scores with a leg kick.
Laranja takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Line lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Line, as that shot connected.
Line shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Laranja looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A solid leg kick lands there for Line.
Good exchange - Line coming out on top.
Laranja uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Line.
Laranja uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Line lands a head shot.
Line missing with a left hand there. Laranja was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Line lands a nice looking body shot.
Line connects with a solid leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mareth Line showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Line 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!

A relieved looking Mareth Line 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: GC 417 Oosthuizen vs. Wobble     
Date:   Feb 12, 2022
#R1#
Lentz lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lentz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Lentz closes the distance and clinches.
Line swings wildly with an uppercut but Lentz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lentz looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Line fails to pull guard. #BC#
Line breaks from the clinch.
Lentz clobbers Line with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lentz stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CL2#
Lentz moves into the clinch successfully.
Line makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Lentz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lentz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lentz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Line connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lentz fails to land with a series of punches.
Lentz misses with a straight left. #T1#
Lentz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Lentz misses with a straight right.
Line throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lentz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Line on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Line moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CUT#It looks like Leon Lentz has been cut.
Lentz misses with a series of wild punches. #CL2#
Lentz darts in and clinches Line up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Line - that landed with a thud.
Lentz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lentz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Line is trying to pull guard but Lentz turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T2#
Lentz scores with a shot to the side of Line's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Line is trying to pull guard but Lentz has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mareth Line. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Good body shot from Lentz. #BC2#
Lentz breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Line forces Lentz back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Lentz's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Line misses with a looping right.
Lentz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Line doesn't seem bothered though.
An inside leg kick lands from Line.
Line explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Lentz throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Line misses with a leg kick
and Lentz counters with a good low kick that Line was not able to check.
Lentz cracks Line with an open hand slap.
Line tries to clinch there but Lentz circles away.
Lentz throws a counter combo.#T3#
Line will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A good leg kick by Line.
Line lands a high kick! #CL2#
Lentz closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lentz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Lentz's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lentz avoids the head kick by Line.
Lentz turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lentz throws a jab but it's blocked by Line.
Line ducks under a wild hook from Lentz.
Lentz scoring well with a low kick there. #T4##CL#
Line moves into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line is trying to pull guard but Lentz has him pressed against the cage.
Line lands a hook that snaps the head of Lentz backwards. #TD#
Line successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Line has his foot on Lentz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lentz works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Line is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Lentz rolls with it to try and escape but Line cranks on the arm and Lentz is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mareth Line!
A relieved looking Mareth Line 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: GC 411 Garrett vs. Line     
Date:   Jan 01, 2022
#R1#
Line tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Garrett paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Line jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Good leg kick by Line.
Garrett lands a jab to Line's midsection.
Garrett throws a lazy uppercut
and Garrett takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Line attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Garrett blocks a leg kick.
Jab, jab by Garrett - just one landing.
A slow jab from Garrett misses its intended target.
Garrett looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Line fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Garrett.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line misses with a double jab
and Garrett counters with a nice uppercut.
Line lands a nice leg kick that just misses Garrett's sensitive parts.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Garrett feints a jab promting Line to slip. Garrett then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Line slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sloppy strikes from Line. Those never looked like landing.
Garrett misses the jab.
Line misses with a low kick.#T1#
Garrett swings widly with a right hand
and Line counters with a one-two to the body.
Line on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Line misses with a two punch combination.
Line circles away from the clinch attempt.
Garrett throws a hook but Line blocks it.
Good leg kick by Line.
Line wants to clinch.
Line throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Line takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Line throws a shot from downtown. Garrett moves away and avoids it.
It looked like Garrett was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Line.
Line is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Garrett.
Line misses with an uppercut.
Mareth Line is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Line fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Garrett lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
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!
Garrett defending well as Line loads up on a big left hand.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Garrett manages to avoid it.#T2#
Line swings widly with a right hand #TD#
so Garrett counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Garrett's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Garrett scoring with punches to the head and body.
Garrett loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Garrett postures up.
Garrett 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.
Garrett postures up in Line's guard and throws a big left but Line blocks it.
Garrett throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Garrett distracts Line with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Line trying to keep a closed guard but Garrett is proving a slippery customer.
Garrett throws a strike but Line rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Line stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Garrett swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Garrett wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Line trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Line advances to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Garrett trying to control but Line postures up.
Garrett wants to improve his position but Line is controlling well.
Garrett is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Line seems to be looking for submissions.
Line trying to control the action but Garrett is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Line is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Garrett has managed to free his arm - good work.
Line stalling.
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 Bo Garrett will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Line throws a solid leg kick but Garrett takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Line.
Line misses with a series of wild punches.
Garrett slips a jab from Line.
Garrett on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Line. Line obviously looking to wear him down.
Line throws a quick inside leg kick.
A head kick misses from Line.
It looked like Garrett was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Line.
Garrett misses with a lunging right hand
and Line counters with a thumping low kick.
Line misses the shot to the body.
Line throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Garrett decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Line's guard.#SUB2#
Garrett avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Garrett throwing strikes but missing.
Garrett lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Line has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Garrett can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Garrett lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Garrett landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Garrett avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Garrett throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Garrett working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Line utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Garrett is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Our spies down at at Heavy Metal inform us that Line has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Garrett landing some decent shots from guard.
Garrett is looking to work some ground and pound but Line has wrist control.
Garrett distracts Line with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T2#
Garrett looking to pass the guard.
Garrett lands a couple of elbows.
Garrett is looking to work some ground and pound but Line has wrist control.
Garrett working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Line's head.
Line looking for a sweep. Not yet Line, not yet.
Garrett is in close to Line's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Garrett in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Garrett got a little sloppy there for a moment and Line has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Garrett has managed to get both his arms back between Line's legs - danger averted.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Garrett accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Garrett trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Garrett in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bo Garrett overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Line utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Garrett throws a strike but Line rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Garrett is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Line stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Garrett swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Garrett looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Line trying to control the position from guard on top but Garrett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garrett pulls Line in close to prevent any damage.
Garrett keeping full guard, as Line tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Line takes a swing at Garrett's ribcage but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bo Garrett dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
A big left from Line misses.
Mareth Line seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Line misses with a straight left.
Garrett misses with a hook. Line ducked under it nicely.
As Garrett backs off Line throws a huge counter combo but Garrett manages to avoid it all.
Line takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Garrett swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Garrett misses with a series of wild punches.
Garrett swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Garrett.
Garrett looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line with a nice calf kick.
Garrett avoids the body shot from Line.
A little feinted left hand from Garrett on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Garrett keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
Garrett keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Line takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Line misses with a series of wild punches.
Garrett looks to land a left hand but Line moved out of range nicely.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Garrett throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
Garrett shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Garrett showed some decent athleticism there.
Garrett thows a huge punch but Line dodges it nicely.
Garrett lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Garrett is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Garrett is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Line is just riding it out for now. Garrett eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Line wants to improve his position but Garrett is controlling well. #T2#
Garrett scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ground and pound from Garrett.
Line blocking the ground and pound attempt from Garrett.
Garrett is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Garrett slips a nice elbow through Line's hands, connecting with Line's forehead.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Garrett throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Garrett is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Garrett not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Garrett not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Line avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Garrett.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Garrett connects with a nice short shot to Line's temple.
Garrett not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Garrett is nestled in close to Line, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Garrett missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Garrett lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Garrett not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Garrett looks to land a strike but Line avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Line avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Garrett postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Garrett throws a strike but Line rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Line pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Garrett is keeping the position for now.
Garrett wants to sweep here but Line controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Line wants to control from the top but Garrett keeps moving.
Garrett wants to sweep here but Line controlling him for the moment.
Line looking to sit in guard and control but Garrett gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Garrett postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bo Garrett clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Line throws a leg kick #TD#
and Garrett counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Line on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Garrett thows a huge punch but Line dodges it nicely.
Garrett looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Line with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Garrett thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Garrett drops an elbow to the side of Line's head.
Garrett looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Line with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #ROC#Line is rocked!
Garrett lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Line! More strikes land and this one is all over! Garrett jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bo Garrett!
Bo Garrett is the new welterweight champion!
A very excited looking Bo Garrett 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: GC 406     
Date:   Nov 27, 2021
#R1#
Stark checks a leg kick.#TD2#
Stark closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Stark lands in his opponent's guard.
Stark trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Stark drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Line dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Stark throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Line escapes and throws Stark's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Line passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Stark!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark prevents Line from taking his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Line content just to control the position here.
Stark tries to reverse the position but Line maintains control.#SUB#
Line goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Stark is on top in guard.
Stark trying to control the position from guard on top but Line is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Stark looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Line looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Line is trying to keep Stark in close.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Stark pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Line is keeping the position for now.
Stark forces his way into half guard.
Line wants to control but Stark is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Stark is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Line sees it coming and defends easily.
Stark is trying to control. Line wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Line is trying to maintain the position but Stark is very close to passing his half guard.
Stark controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Stark 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.
Stark stalling away here and it's allowed Line to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Line lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T4#
Stark looking to control but Line passes into half guard.
Line seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Stark does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Line wants to pass the guard but Stark is defending well. #SUB2#
Stark is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Line pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Stark is defending against the submission attempts here by Line.
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 Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Stark checks a leg kick nicely.
Line scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Stark fails with the takedown.
Decent striking displayed by Line there.
A combination from Stark does no damage. #CL#
Line closes the distance and pushes Stark back into the cage.
Stark blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Stark jumps guard but Line turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Line misses with some punches.
Stark drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mareth Line has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brandon Stark.
Line lands a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark fails to pull guard.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Line.
Stark blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Line is leaning against Stark and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T1#
Stark wants a takedown. #BC#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Line scores with a nice head shot.
Stark will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Line is looking to counter punch.
Stark dives in and grabs Line's left leg, looking for a takedown. Line pushes down on Stark's head and hops out.
Stark dives in for a single leg takedown but Line sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Stark scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Stark misses with a low kick.
Stark swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Stark keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line misses with a low kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Stark tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Line takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Stark ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Line blocks a leg kick.
Good exchange - Line coming out on top.
Stark misses with a body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Line misses with an uppercut. Stark saw that one coming.
Line cracks Stark with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Line takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T2#
Line takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Line throws a head kick but Stark moves out of range.
Line stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CL#
Line instigates a clinch.
Line misses with a body punch. #BC#
Line manages to break the clinch.
Line tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Stark with a hook.
Line keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Line throws a hook but Stark avoids it easily.
Mareth Line is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Line lands a nice shot to the body.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line throws a good cross that connects.
Stark looks for a takedown but Line sprawls well.
Stark stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Line.
Stark has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Line.#T3#
Line ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Stark just misses with a punch to the body.
Line avoids the body shot from Stark. #CL#
Line rushes Stark and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Stark takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A lazy left from Stark finds it's target.
Line on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Line takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Line cracks Stark with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Stark blocks a low kick nicely.
Line lands a jab.
Line is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Stark can do to turn this around?
Stark takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stark ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Line misses with a straight right.
Stark takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Stark defending well as Line loads up on a big left hand.
Stark is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T4#
Line lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Line showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Stark.
Stark on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Stark dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Stark misses the target.
Stark misses with a kick to the body.
Stark has a takedown stuffed.
Stark misses the shot to the body.
Line throwing a counter right hand but Stark manages to avoid it.
Stark with a lazy takedown attempt
and Line counters with a nice leg kick.
Good leg kick by Stark.
Line misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Decent striking displayed by Line there.
Line throws a head kick that misses.
Stark misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Line.
Line misses with an uppercut. Stark saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Stark connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Stark has his takedown stuffed
and Line counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Line lands a head kick. Stark smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #ROC#Stark is rocked!
Stark gets caught by a brutal right hook which buckles his knees! Stark tries to backpedal with his spaghettilegs but Line is headhunting and goes for the kill. A jab and a right hook connect and Stark buckles badly as his eyes roll back. The referee steps in and saves Stark!! Stark is complaining but he was clearly out on his feet. Line throws his mouthpiece into the crowd. Mmmm spit-tastic.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mareth Line!
Mareth Line is the new welterweight champion!
A victorious Mareth Line thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: GC 401     
Date:   Oct 23, 2021
#R1#
Good work by Line as he checks the leg kick.
Ainsworth takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ainsworth throws a body shot but no joy.
Line feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ainsworths jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ainsworth throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A head kick misses from Line.
Line looks to land a right hand but Ainsworth moved out of range.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ainsworth.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ainsworth fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Line blocks a low kick nicely.
Line throws a chopping leg kick but Ainsworth manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Line 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.
Ainsworth scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Line takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Line looks to throw the jab but Ainsworth is out of range.
Ainsworth with a nice cross.
Ainsworth throws out a leg kick but Line moves out of range and Ainsworth only half commits.
Ainsworth ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ainsworth.
Ainsworth connects with an inside leg kick.
Line throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ainsworth throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Ainsworth throws a hook to the side of Line's head but Line sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ainsworth misses with a looping right.
A little jabbing left from Line on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ainsworth uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Ainsworth looks to throw the jab but Line is out of range.
Ainsworth walks into a jab.
Line keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ainsworth 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 Line has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Line and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Line lands with a cross.
Line wants to clinch.
Line 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.
Ainsworth throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Ainsworth misses with a wild body shot.
Ainsworth attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ainsworth tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Line is able to avoid easily.
Jab from Line.#T2#
Line catches Ainsworth with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ainsworth throws a body shot but no joy.
Ainsworth throws out a loose jab but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Line on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ainsworth throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Line is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ainsworth with a body shot.
Ainsworth stuns Line with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ainsworth misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ainsworth fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.
Ainsworth misses with a lunging right hand #CL2#
and Line moves into the clinch.
Ainsworth softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Line lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Line lands a nice uppercut.
Ainsworth blocking some punches.
Ainsworth stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ainsworth struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands.
Line cracks Ainsworth with a nice body shot.
Line working aggressively here.
Line looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Ainsworth misses with the head strike. #BC#
Ainsworth breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Line throws a series of punches but Ainsworth moves out of range.
It looked like Ainsworth wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ainsworth connects with a solid leg kick. #T3#
Ainsworth misses with a body shot.
Ainsworth tries to score with a low kick but Line moves his leg out of the way.
Ainsworth lands the left hand.
A left lands for Line.
Ainsworth tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Line darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ainsworth 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 Line has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Line and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Line moves out of range of the leg kick from Ainsworth.
Line wants to counter the offense by Ainsworth and move into the clinch position.
Danga de danga de dang - Ainsworth scores with a four punch combination!
Line moves out of range of the leg kick from Ainsworth.
A little jabbing left from Line on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ainsworth is looking to wear down Line with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Line takes a swing at Ainsworth's ribcage but misses.
Ainsworth closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ainsworth misses with a hook. Line ducked under it nicely.
Line swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ainsworth misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters circling - Ainsworth throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ainsworth chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Line can pounce on him.
Line throws a hook to the side of Ainsworth's head but Ainsworth sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ainsworth throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Line scores with a sloppy right hand. Ainsworth should have avoided that one.
Ainsworth on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ainsworth jabs at Line's body.
Line lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ainsworth scores with a body shot.
Ainsworth swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Line connects with a leg kick.
Line closes the distance but Ainsworth moves to the side
and Ainsworth counters with a nice uppercut.
A left and a right from Ainsworth both land. Nice combination.
Line tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ainsworth paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Line swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ainsworth.
Jab, jab by Ainsworth - just one landing.
Line ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ainsworth.
Ainsworth walks into a stiff left hand from Line.
Ainsworth takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ainsworth looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.
Ainsworth dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
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 Wilfred Ainsworth will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Line throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ainsworth cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ainsworth works the jab nicely.
Ainsworth fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Line is out of range.
Line looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ainsworth cracks Line with a right hand to the side of the head.
Line wants to clinch up but Ainsworth keeps it at a distance.
Line throws a big shot that misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Line looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ainsworth throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Line keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Line scores with a nice right hand.
Line lands a nice looking body shot.
Line thuds his right hand into Ainsworth's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Line moves out of range as Ainsworth strikes.
Good leg kick by Line.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Line throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ainsworth was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A leg kick checked by Line.
Ainsworth throws a low kick, looking for Line's leg but Line calmly moves out of range.
Line with a hook.#T1#
Line looks to clinch
and Ainsworth counters with a stiff right hand.
Ainsworth pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ainsworth loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Line fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Line lands with a right hand.
Ainsworth scores with a nice right hand.
The fighters circling - Ainsworth throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ainsworth looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Nice defenses there by Line.
A nice leg kick from Line, right into the meat of the thigh.
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ainsworth.
Wilfred Ainsworth is winning the standup battle so far.
A slapping leg kick lands for Line.
Ainsworth gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Line.
The fighters circling - Ainsworth throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Line takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
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!
Ainsworth throws a jab but it's blocked by Line.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line moves into range and connects with a jab.
Line scores with a hook.
Ainsworth will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T2#
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Line throws a hook but Ainsworth avoids it easily.
Ainsworth throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Ainsworth gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Line.
A combination from Line does no damage.
Ainsworth is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Line.
Ainsworth throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Line scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ainsworth doesn't seem bothered though.
Line takes a swing at Ainsworth's ribcage but misses.
Line moves away from the strike by Ainsworth.
Ainsworth on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ainsworth looks to throw the jab but Line is out of range.
Line lands a jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Line.
Line misses with an uppercut.
Line misses with a straight left.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Ainsworth thows a body kick. Line tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A big right from Ainsworth misses.
A nice side step and Line releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ainsworth takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ainsworth walks into a left hand.
Ainsworth swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
It seemed like Line was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Line bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ainsworth's head.
Ainsworth throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little jabbing left from Line on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ainsworth throws a front kick aimed at Line's knee but Line avoids it well.
A low kick from Ainsworth misses
and Line counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Line misses with a series of wild punches.
Ainsworth fires out a quick counter leg kick but Line just manages to avoid it.
Line lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ainsworth uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Line.
Line moves out of range of the body kick from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ainsworth will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Line keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T4#
Line scores with a jab to the head.
Line tries to clinch but Ainsworth moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Ainsworth misses the target.
Line swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ainsworth throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice cross by Line.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ainsworth 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 Line has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Line and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Line checks the leg kick nicely there.
Line tries to counter by closing the distance.
Ainsworth throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Line on the side of the head.
A leg kick checked by Ainsworth.
Ainsworth sizes up Line with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ainsworth misses with a body kick.
Line scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ainsworth misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Line.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Line connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ainsworth. Ainsworth circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Line connects with an inside leg kick.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ainsworth moves away.
A swing and a miss from Ainsworth.
Line scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Line with a nice calf kick.
Line connects with an inside leg kick.
Ainsworth swats away the attempt to clinch by Line.
Ainsworth throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ainsworth loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Line lands with a hook. Ainsworth tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Line throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ainsworth with the inside leg kick.
Line throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Line takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ainsworth's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Line connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ainsworth scrambles back to his feet.
A jab from Ainsworth misses.
Line fails to land with a series of punches.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ainsworth. Line does a little dance to reset his feet.
Line lands an overhand right.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ainsworth walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A jab from Ainsworth misses.
Line lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Line scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T1#
Line dips to his left and cracks Ainsworth with an uppercut!
Line moves out of range of the leg kick from Ainsworth.
That kick from Ainsworth tenderised Line's leg. Line is trying to keep his angry face on.
Line fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Line tries to land a front kick but Ainsworth steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Line throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ainsworth.
Ainsworth ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Line wants to slow Ainsworth down by chopping away at his legs.
Ainsworth looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Line tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ainsworth paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ainsworth lands a nice leg kick that just misses Line's sensitive parts.
Line bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Line checks the leg kick.
Line throws the left hand but Ainsworth avoids the punch easily.
Ainsworth throws out a loose jab but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line shapes to counter with a head kick.
Ainsworth blocks a head kick by Line.
Line lands a nice shot that snaps Ainsworth's head back.
Line motions for Ainsworth to come forward. Line throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Ainsworth takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ainsworth. Line does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ainsworth is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ainsworth misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Line.
Ainsworth throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Ainsworth misses with a hook.
Ainsworth throws a hook to the side of Line's head but Line sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Line works the jab nicely.
Line takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ainsworth lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Line scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ainsworth tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth works over Line's head and body with a nice combination.
Ainsworth ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Line misses with a hook. Ainsworth ducked under it nicely.
Ainsworth is looking to counter punch.
Ainsworth uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Line.
Ainsworth with a hook.
Ainsworth misses the shot to the body.
Line scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T3#
Donk. Line catches Ainsworth right on the button with a cross.
Good work by Line as he checks the leg kick.
Line throws a push kick but Ainsworth slaps the foot to one side.
Ainsworth lands a head shot.
Ainsworth throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot.
Ainsworth lands a slapping body shot.
Ainsworth works the jab nicely.
Line 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.
Line fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ainsworth takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ainsworth tried to score with a low kick but Line checks it.
Line jabs Ainsworth right on the nose. Ainsworth blinks but takes it well.
A low kick lands for Line.
Line lands a nice looking body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ainsworth circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jab by Line.
Ainsworth tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Ainsworth.#T4#
Ainsworth blocks a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Line throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ainsworth takes one to the chin there.
Ainsworth pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Line back to the cage. Ainsworth follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
A combination from Line does no damage.
Ainsworth takes a swing at Line's ribcage but misses.
Ainsworth lands a lovely overhand right.
Ainsworth takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Line avoids the body shot from Ainsworth.
Line looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ainsworth moves away from the strike by Line.
Ainsworth avoids the body shot from Line.
Line lands a leg kick that knocks Ainsworth off balance momentarily.
Ainsworth walks into a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ainsworth takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ainsworth just misses with a punch to the body.
Ainsworth looks to land a combination but Line avoids it well.
Line shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!

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

 

Event: SFL 99 | Budluvski vs Brawler     
Date:   Sep 12, 2021
#R1#
Hughes bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Hughes scores with a sloppy right hand. Line should have avoided that one.
Hughes slips a jab from Line.
Hughes throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Hughes with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Line to score with a decent uppercut.
Line misses with an uppercut
and Hughes cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A big right from Hughes misses.
Line appears to be looking for a big counter.
Line defending well as Hughes loads up on a big left hand.
Line throws a leg kick but Hughes sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Line scores with a sloppy right hand. Hughes should have avoided that one.
Good shot there by Hughes.#CL#
Line drives through and clinches with Hughes against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Hughes just misses with a elbow thrown towards Line's brow.
Line misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hughes is trying to push Line away but Line has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Line being controlled against the cage.
Line misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Hughes throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Hughes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Line backwards. #BC2#
Hughes breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hughes throws a jab when Line was well out of range.
Line is looking to counter punch.
A shot to the liver by Hughes. Beautiful body shot.
Line swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Some bone on bone action there as Hughes checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Hughes looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hughes checks a low kick from Line.
Hughes looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.
Line tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Hughes manages to circle out of the way.
Line takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hughes misses the shot to the body.
Nice cross by Hughes.
Hughes looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.
Hughes lands a nice looking body shot. #T2#
Hughes keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
Hughes throws a jab when Line was well out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hughes. Line does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Line lands a nice shot that snaps Hughes's head back.
Hughes throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Hughes scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Line walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Line misses with a looping right.
Line swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hughes.
Seymour Hughes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hughes on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hughes bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Line throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hughes with a nice cross.
Line misses with a hook. Hughes ducked under it nicely.
A combination from Hughes does no damage.
Line swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Hughes looks to throw the jab but Line is out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Hughes. Those never looked like landing.
Nice defenses there by Line.
Line throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hughes on the side of the head.
Line pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hughes's jab looks to have found its range, popping Line under the eye.
Line throws a lazy right hand but Hughes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hughes throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hughes is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Line had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Hughes fails to land with a series of punches.
Line feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Line throws a one two combo.
Hughes thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hughes lands a two punch combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hughes misses with a wild body shot.
Hughes will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T4#
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hughes lands a nice shot to the body.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hughes.
Line appears to be looking for a big counter.
Hughes throws the left hand but Line avoids the punch easily.
Line is looking for a counter combo.
Hughes rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Line moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Line lands a nice shot to the body.
Line has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Line there as he acknowledges the shot.
The fighters circling - Hughes throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Line fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hughes.
A swing and a miss from Hughes.
A little feinted left hand from Line on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hughes lands a slapping body shot. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hughes misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Seymour Hughes dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
A jab from Hughes misses.
Hughes lands a nice looking body shot.
Hughes misses with a straight left.
Line was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Line moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hughes misses with a looping right.
Line tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Hughes manages to circle out of the way.
Line swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hughes.#CL#
Line gets a clinch.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Hughes in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Line lands with a short shot to the head.
Line lands a nice shot to the body. #BC2#
Hughes breaks the clinch.
Hughes cracks Line with an open hand slap.
Hughes misses with a right hand
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hughes slips a jab from Line.
Line looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A countering left hand to the body from Hughes misses.
Line on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T1#
Hughes misses with a lunging right hand
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hughes ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A slow jab from Hughes misses its intended target.
Hughes looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.
Hughes pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Line back to the cage. Hughes follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Hughes throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot.
Line tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hughes darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Hughes misses with a wild combination.
A jab from Hughes misses.
Line was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Line ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Line quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Hughes takes a swing at Line's ribcage but misses.
Hughes sizes up Line with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
Hughes ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Line moves into range and clinches up with Hughes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Line.
Line swings wildly with an uppercut but Hughes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line has a couple of punches blocked by Hughes.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Hughes just misses with a elbow thrown towards Line's brow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Line creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Line trying to land knees to the body.
Hughes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Line backwards.
Hughes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A hook to the body from Line.
Line throws a head punch that misses.
Line misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Line.
Line pushes Hughes back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Line lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hughes backwards.
Line working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hughes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hughes throws an elbow that misses. #T3#
Line working aggressively here.
Line swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Line blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Line throws a head punch that misses.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Hughes blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD#
Line pulls guard effortlessly.
Line is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Line looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hughes won't allow Line to sweep him here.
Hughes controls from within his opponent's guard.
Line controls Hughes momentarily but Hughes frees himself.
Hughes is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Line bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hughes's guard. #REVR#
Line will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Line is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Line tries to free his leg and advance position but Hughes is retaining full guard.
Line trying to control but Hughes is working from the bottom.
Line stands and throws Hughes's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Line looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Hughes throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Line with a nice cross.#CL#
Line closes the distance and pushes Hughes back into the cage.
Line cracks Hughes with a nice body shot.
Line lands a body punch.
A short right from Line on the inside.
Line misses with a punch to the body.
Line lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hughes is trying to break the clinch but Line is controlling him.
Line jumps guard but Hughes stands there with Line around his waist. Line gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Line keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Hughes's efforts to push away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stalling in the clinch from Line.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Hughes just misses with a elbow thrown towards Line's brow.
Hughes misses with the head strike.
Line goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Hughes breaks from the clinch.
Line misses the jab.#T1#
Line takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hughes lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A telegraphed right hand from Hughes misses the target.
Line moves in looking to clinch but Hughes pushes him off.
Line bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hughes with a jab.
Hughes misses with a two punch combination.
Hughes waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Line.
Hughes misses the shot to the body.
Line jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Hughes scores with a jab to the body.
Hughes takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hughes lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T2#
Line misses with a straight left.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hughes misses with a straight left.
Line moves away from the strike by Hughes.
Line is looking to counter punch.
Hughes scores with a body shot.
Line lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Hughes misses with a jab, cross combination.
Line appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Hughes lands a head shot.
Hughes throws a nice looking combination but Line bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hughes throws a shot from downtown. Line moves away and avoids it.
Line thuds a left hand into Hughes's body.
Hughes throws a jab when Line was well out of range.
Hughes misses with a straight right.
Hughes misses the jab.
Hughes lands a right hook to the body. #T3#
Hughes looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.
Line lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Line.
Line keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hughes.
Seymour Hughes seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Hughes tries to keep at a distance but Line has taken the fight into the clinch.
A short uppercut from Line.
Hughes misses with the head strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Line.
Line fails to pull guard.
Line has a couple of punches blocked by Hughes. #TD#
Line manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Line working for a triangle but Hughes defends it easily.
Line wants to sweep but no luck. #T4##SUB#
Line looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Line looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hughes looking to pass the guard.
Hughes postures up. #SUB#
Line working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hughes doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hughes manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hughes controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hughes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Line swivels though and keeps the full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Seymour Hughes.
I think Hughes 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Seymour Hughes!

Seymour Hughes very nearly forgot to thank Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: SFL 92 | Bangin vs Budluvski     
Date:   Aug 15, 2021
#R1#
Line is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
Line moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Magomedov misses with an uppercut
and Line counters with an outside leg kick.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Line.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Line with the inside leg kick.
Line thuds his shin into the meat of Magomedov's side.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Magomedov 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.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.
Line is looking to counter punch.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Magomedov looks to land a left hand but Line moved out of range nicely.
Magomedov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
Magomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Magomedov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line throws a leg kick that is checked
and Magomedov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Line with the inside leg kick.
Magomedov swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Line thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Magomedov if he has to take too many more of those. #T1#
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Magomedov blocks a jab.
Line lunges at Magomedov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Magomedov's hand.
Line goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Magomedov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Line rather than just go for the knockout.
Line comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
Magomedov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Line is fending him off so far but Magomedov persists. Nope, Line circles away and we're back to standing.
Line shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Line is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
An inside leg kick lands from Line.
Magomedov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magomedov lands with a shot to the body.
Mareth Line is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Line throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magomedov takes a kick to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Line lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
A big left from Magomedov misses. #T2#
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.
Line misses the jab.
Line misses with a low kick.
Line thows a body kick. Magomedov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magomedov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A jab from Line misses.
Magomedov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Magomedov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A swing and a miss from Magomedov.
Line throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Magomedov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mareth Line has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aly Magomedov.
Line moves out of range as Magomedov strikes.
Line on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nice body kick from Line.
Line with the inside leg kick.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magomedov moves out of range of the body kick.
Magomedov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Line bucks up and tries to throw Magomedov off but instead Magomedov has got his back!#T3#
Magomedov has the hooks in. Line is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Magomedov is punishing Line with some ground and pound.
Magomedov just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Magomedov.
I really don't envy Line right now. #SUB2#
Magomedov is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov avoiding Line 's attempts to control his hands. #T4#
Line can't escape the position.
Magomedov trying to control momentarily.
Line trying to control but not successfully.
Magomedov trying to control.#SUB2#
Magomedov has got his arm under Line's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Line has spun round into Magomedov's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Line has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line 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#
Line swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Line looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Magomedov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Magomedov digs a good hook to Line's body.
Line thows a body kick. Magomedov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomedov jabs Line to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Magomedov shoots in but Line avoids the takedown attempt easily.
It looked like Line wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magomedov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Line's head.
Line looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line misses with a low kick.
Magomedov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Line turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Line throws a combination that misses
and Magomedov counters with a left to the body.
Magomedov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Line's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Line. Magomedov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Line takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Magomedov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Magomedov dives in for a single leg takedown but Line sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Line is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but Line shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Mareth Line has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aly Magomedov.#TD2#
Magomedov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Line manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Line is trying to keep Magomedov in close.
Line can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Magomedov controls the pace.
Line wants to sweep but no luck.
Line keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Magomedov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Line has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Magomedov has managed to get both his arms back between Line's legs - danger averted.#T2#
Magomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Line is retaining full guard.
Magomedov cracks Line with a solid left hand.
Magomedov postures up in Line's guard and throws a big left but Line blocks it.
Magomedov advances to half guard.
Line is looking for a sweep. Magomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Well, if Magomedov 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. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Line is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Aly Magomedov!
Aly Magomedov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: SFL 77 | Bangin vs Brawler     
Date:   Jun 13, 2021
#R1#
Bizihwaile ducks under a wild hook from Line.
Line defending well as Bizihwaile loads up on a big left hand.
Line flicks out a counter leg kick but Bizihwaile steps away.
Bizihwaile ducks right into an uppercut from Line.
Bizihwaile throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bizihwaile appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Line clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bizihwaile misses with the head strike.
Bizihwaile working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Line fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Line blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Bizihwaile breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Line misses with a jab, cross combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Bizihwaile misses the target.#T1#
Bizihwaile ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bizihwaile ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.#CL2#
Line darts in and clinches Bizihwaile up against the cage.
Bizihwaile misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Line breaks from the clinch.
Line connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bizihwaile momentarily.
Line throws a right hand that Bizihwaile ducks under and follows up with a left that Bizihwaile also avoids with ease.
It looked like Bizihwaile wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jab from Line.
Nice body punch from Line.
Line misses with a few strikes there.
Bizihwaile was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Bizihwaile avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Line throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bizihwaile was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bizihwaile misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Line has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Bizihwaile is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line tries to clinch up
and Bizihwaile counters with a nice uppercut.
Bizihwaile looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Line misses with a looping right.
Line fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T3##CL2#
Line has closed the distance and engaged Bizihwaile in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Line fails to land. #BC2#
Line escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Line scores with a jab. Bizihwaile acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bizihwaile.
A punch lands to the side of Bizihwaile 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Line throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Bizihwaile wants to land a leg kick but Line is out of range.
Line throws a counter combo.
Line uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bizihwaile.
Line tries to clinch but Bizihwaile moves out of range.
Bizihwaile is looking to counter punch.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Bizihwaile blocks a head kick by Line.
Bizihwaile is looking to counter punch.
Bizihwaile throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Line to counter with a crisp jab.
Line scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bizihwaile checks a leg kick nicely.
Bizihwaile is looking to chop away at Line's legs.
It seemed like Line was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Line misses the jab.
Line moves to clinch but Bizihwaile breaks away
and Bizihwaile counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Line checks a leg kick.
And Line responds with a good body kick, but Bizihwaile manages to step out the way in time.
A low kick from Line is predictable there
letting Bizihwaile counter with a right hand.
Bizihwaile misses with a hook. Line ducked under it nicely.
Line will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Line cracks Bizihwaile with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Bizihwaile counter with a right hand.
Line tries to clinch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T1#
Line throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bizihwaile throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bizihwaile throws a hook but Line blocks it.
Line misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Bizihwaile.
Bizihwaile appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Line swings widly with a right hand
and Bizihwaile counters with a straight right hand.
A big right from Line misses.
Bizihwaile connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T2#
Line misses with a right hand #KD#
and Bizihwaile counters with a crisp right hand that drops Line! Bizihwaile lets Line back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Line is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Mareth Line has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bizihwaile rattles Line with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Line tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Bizihwaile dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Line stiff and motionless on the mat!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Penkosip Bizihwaile!
Penkosip Bizihwaile 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: SFL 70 | Rishkinov vs Izzy II     
Date:   May 15, 2021
#R1#
Fist slips under a jab from Line.
Fist throws a predictable looking body shot
and Fist takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fist tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Fist.
A jab lands there for Line.
Line 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.
Line is looking to slow Fist down with leg kicks.
Line throws a hook but Fist blocks it.
Line's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fist under the eye.
Fist drops his hands momentarily and Line takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL2#
Line moves into the clinch.
Fist misses with the head strike.
Fist lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fist.
A short uppercut from Line.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fist jabs Line right on the nose. Line blinks but takes it well.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Line takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fist swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
Line swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Line throws a jab but it's blocked by Fist.
Line scores with a nice head shot.
Line throws a shot from downtown. Fist moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Fist misses the target.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T1#
Line jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Line scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Fist gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Line slips a straight right by Fist.
Line keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Line moves into the clinch.
Fist lands a right hand. #TD2#
Line has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Fist uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Line working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fist doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fist manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Fist has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Line has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fist can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Fist trying to stand up but can't free himself from Line's guard.#T2#
Fist trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Line wants to sweep here but Fist controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Line working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fist doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fist manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Line trying to control the position.
Line wants to sweep here but Fist controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Line looking for subs off his back but Fist has passed one foot through into half guard. #T3#
Fist wants to stand but Line has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Line wants to get back to full guard.
It looks like Fist is going to stand back up.
Line tries to roll over but Fist keeps him under control.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Line gets full guard.#SUB2#
Line looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Fist avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SU#
Fist decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Fist throws a looping overhand right but Line ducks down to avoid it.
Fist throws a hook but Line blocks it.
Fist throws a shot from downtown. Line moves away and avoids it.
Donk. Fist catches Line right on the button with a cross.
Line takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fist bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Line's head backwards.
Fist tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fist throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Line! But no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Line keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fist.
Line throws out a counter right but Fist avoids it with no problem.
Line on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Fist moves out of range of the leg kick from Line.
Fist 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.
Line looks to land a combination but Fist avoids it well.
Line moves in looking to clinch but Fist pushes him off.
Fist throws a jab when Line was well out of range.
Fist fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Line tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Fist paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Line bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fist.
We've been told by Fist's head coaches at Jeffery Epstein Suicide Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Line throws a leg kick
and Fist cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fist drops his hands momentarily and Line takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nice jab there from Fist.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fist misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Line counters with a stiff right hand.
Fist throws a big shot that misses.
It seemed like Line was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Line tries to score with a low kick but Fist moves his leg out of the way.
Fist throwing a counter right hand but Line manages to avoid it.
Fist throws out a loose jab but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line misses with a looping left.
A decent looking cross lands there for Line.#T1#
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fist manages to avoid it.
Line tries to work over Fist's front leg with a kick but Fist checks it.
Line connects with a jab.
Line fails to land with a series of punches.
Fist waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Line.
Fist throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Line misses with an uppercut. Fist saw that one coming.
Fist swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Line looks to throw the jab but Fist is out of range.
Fist connects with a looping right hand.
Fist ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little feinted left hand from Fist on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Line wants to clinch.
The fighters circling - Fist throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fist misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Line.
A nice inside leg kick there by Line. That's going to slow Fist down.
Line misses with a looping right.
Good work by Fist as he checks the leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Fist on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mareth Line seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Fist chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Line can pounce on him.
Fist lands with a hook. Line tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line looks to clinch
and Fist counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Line looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fist ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Line connects with a leg kick.
Fist pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Line tries to bum rush Fist with a series of wild strikes but Fist uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Fist looks to land a right hand but Line moved out of range.
Line scores with a shot to the body.
Fist fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.
Line gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Fist ducks under a wild hook from Line.
Fist is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fist. Line does a little dance to reset his feet.
Line only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Fist lands with a nice body punch.
Fist lands a lovely overhand right.
Fist throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line finds himself stumbling back on wobbly legs after being clipped by a right hand. He's up against the cage, ducking and weaving under Fist's strikes but an uppercut finds it's way through and Line falls! - He's completely out of it and the ref jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). First Fist!
First Fist 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: SFL 60 | Mumu vs Viking     
Date:   Apr 03, 2021
#R1#
Po keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
Line pivots, looking for a leg kick but Po is out of range and Line settles back down.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Line staying out of range there.
Line pivots, looking for a leg kick but Po is out of range and Line settles back down.
Line displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Po throws out the jab.
Jab, jab by Po - just one landing.
Line misses with an uppercut.
Po fails to land the takedown.
Line lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nice defenses there by Po.
Po scores with a nice strike.#TD2#
Po shoots in and bounces Line off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Po throws a big elbow that misses.
Po trying to control the position from guard on top but Line is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Po controlling from the top position. #T1#
Line controlling the position.
Line looking for a sweep. Not yet Line, not yet.
Line being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Po got a little sloppy there for a moment and Line has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Po has managed to get both his arms back between Line's legs - danger averted.
Line is trying to keep Po in close. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Po trying to control the position from guard on top but Line is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A big left from Po misses.
Po throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Line on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Po jabs Line right on the nose. Line blinks but takes it well.
A telegraphed right hand from Line misses the target.
Line pivots, looking for a leg kick but Po is out of range and Line settles back down.
Po scores with a jab. Line acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Po slips under a jab.
Po paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Line lands a nice shot that snaps Po's head back.
Line on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nice cross by Line.#TD2#
Po feints and as Line raises his hands in defense, Po changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB#
Line working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Po doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Po manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Po trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Line looking for a sweep. Not yet Line, not yet.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Line keeping moving, preventing Po from controlling successfully.
Po looking to pass the guard.
Line keeping moving, preventing Po from controlling successfully.
Line tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Po slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Po pushing down on Line's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Po wants to take a breather but Line is having none of it.
Line tries to get to full guard but Po has control of the leg. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Line makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Line.
Po wants to control from the top but Line keeps moving. #SUB#
Po content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Line has locked up a guillotine! Line's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Po is holding on here and Line must be using up a lot of energy. Po has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Line gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mareth Line!
A less than humble Mareth Line misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: SMASH: Dionsy vs Rautio     
Date:   Dec 26, 2020
#R1#
Good standup being displayed there by Line as he connects with a hook.
Cup misses with the combination.
As Cup looks to move away, Line throws a big counter combo but Cup just gets out of the way.
Cup walks into a jab.
Line scores with a kick to the midsection.
Line connects with a single shot there.
Line keeps the fight on the outside.
Cup throws a nice looking combination but Line bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Line misses with a wild combination.
Line slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cup moves away.#TD2#
Cup shoots in and gets a takedown into Line's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Cup trying to control but Line is working from the bottom.
Line working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Cup. #SUB#
Line is looking for a triangle here but Cup uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Cup scores with punches from side control. #T1##SUB2#
Cup is trying to get an arm triangle but Line is defending well. #SUB2#
Cup is trying to get an arm triangle but Line is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Line tries to bench press Cup off him but Cup keeps the position. #SUB2#
Cup tries for a kimura but Line is defending well. #SUB2#
Cup thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Cup looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2##SUB2#
Cup thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Line manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Line is looking for a kimura but Cup is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Line to get the leverage. #SUB#
Cup makes his way to full guard, as Line worked for a kimura.
Cup keeping full guard, as Line tries to pass.
Cup is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3#
Line stands and throws Cup's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Line is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cup knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Cup is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Line thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Line wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cup keeps working. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Line is trying to get an arm triangle but Cup is defending well.
Line wants to control but Cup is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Line looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Line wants to control but Cup is keeping him busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Cup's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
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 Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Line throws a hook but Cup blocks it.
Cup throws a counter combo.
Line scores with a nice strike.#CUT#It looks like Blue Cup has been cut.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Cup is just out of range.
Cup misses with a body kick.
Cup slips a jab from Line.
Cup swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Line ducks under a wild hook from Cup.
A little feinted left hand from Line on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cup tries to land a body kick
and Line counters with a stiff right hand.
Line misses the jab.
Cup moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT2#It looks like Mareth Line has been cut.#CL2#
Cup closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Line drags the fight down to the ground.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Line has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Cup can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Cup trying to control the position from guard on top but Line is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Line controls Cup momentarily but Cup frees himself. #T1##SUB#
Line escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cup gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Line looking for a sweep. Not yet Line, not yet. #SUB2#
Cup is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Cup has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Line is proving hard to escape from.
Line working a defensive guard but Cup passes into half guard. #SUB#
Line looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cup wants to lay and pray for a moment but Line keeps working. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Cup seems to be working for a kimura but Line defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Cup wants to work for an arm triangle but Line is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Line trying to hold on to Cup's head to control him but Cup postures up. #SUB2#
Cup is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Line makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Line.
Cup being controlled here momentarily.
Cup postures up and lands a big shot to Line's brow. #T3#
Cup stands and throws Line's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Line is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Heavy Metal, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Cup is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Line is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Blue Cup has got the better of the ground game so far.
Line is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Cup's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Cup trying to control from half guard but Line is working away.
Line is trying to get back to full guard.
Cup wants to control but Line is keeping him busy. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Line is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Line moves into full guard.
Cup wants to stand but Line has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Cup wants to control from the top but Line keeps moving.
Line looking for a sweep. Not yet Line, not yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cup trying to control the position from guard on top but Line is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Cup got a little sloppy there for a moment and Line has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cup has managed to get both his arms back between Line's legs - danger averted.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Blue Cup will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. This is the final round!#R3#
Line stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Cup tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Line paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Blue Cup is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Line blocks a low kick nicely.
Line swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A shot to the body from Cup misses
letting Line counter with a right hand.
Cup misses with a jab, cross combination.
Cup scores with a nice right hand.
Cup throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Cup throws a looping overhand right but Line ducks down to avoid it.
Mareth Line is winning the standup battle so far.
Cup has a takedown stuffed.
Line throwing a counter right hand but Cup manages to avoid it.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Line avoids the body shot from Cup.
Cup connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Line.
Line is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Cup closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line clobbers Cup with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #ROC#Cup is rocked!
Cup switches off momentarily and Line cracks him with a monster right hand! Cup topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Line dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Line!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mareth Line!
Mareth Line decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
In defeat, Blue Cup stepped up to the mic, saying 'That wasn't fun.'.

 

Event: SMASH: Granger vs Fire     
Date:   Nov 14, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gonzalez fails in his attempt to clinch.
Line was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gonzalez walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Gonzalez looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Line 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.
Gonzalez avoids the body shot from Line.
Line has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Heavy Metal in the buildup to the fight.
Gonzalez works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Gonzalez misses with a series of wild punches.
Line showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gonzalez.
Both fighters circling a little - Line finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Line throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gonzalez misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Line breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Line throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Gonzalez unleashes a big counter combination but Line bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Poseidon Gonzalez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gonzalez is looking to clinch.
Line lands with a nice body punch.
Gonzalez keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
Gonzalez throws a right and a left that Line avoids nicely. #T1#
Gonzalez misses with the combination. #CL2#
Gonzalez forces Line back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Line successfully pulls guard.
Gonzalez preventing the sweep.
Gonzalez wants to stand but Line has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB#
Line is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Line working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gonzalez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gonzalez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Line 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#
Gonzalez is trying to stand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gonzalez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gonzalez controlling the position for now.#T2#
Line not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Line wants to free his trapped foot but Gonzalez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gonzalez trying to control but Line postures up.
Gonzalez tries to kick Line off but Line keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Line is trying to control the action in half guard but Gonzalez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Line is looking for a kimura but Gonzalez is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Line to get the leverage.
Gonzalez wants to get back to his feet.
Gonzalez is looking for a sweep. Line is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gonzalez is trying to control but can't.
Gonzalez tries to get to full guard but Line has control of the leg.
Line stops Gonzalez from getting back to his feet.
Still in half guard, Line seems content to control.
Gonzalez keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Line throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gonzalez is trying is best to control the position here. #T3#
Gonzalez looks like he's trying to stand up.
Line perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Line trying to control from half guard but Gonzalez is working away. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Line looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Line throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Line lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Line looks to land a left hand but Gonzalez moved out of range nicely.
Line scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Gonzalez takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Gonzalez tries to close the distance and clinch but Line swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Gonzalez forces Line back against the cage and clinches.
Line makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Line breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Gonzalez rushes Line and presses him up against the cage.
Gonzalez throws a punch but it's blocked by Line.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Line breaks the clinch.
Left hook, right uppercut from Line.
Line lands with a right hand. #T4#
Line walks into a left hand.
Line scores with a shot to the body.
Gonzalez throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Line counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Line circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Line to counter with a crisp jab.
Line throws a jab when Gonzalez was well out of range.
Gonzalez drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Some wild striking there from Gonzalez. #CL2#
Gonzalez drives through and clinches with Line against the cage.
Line jumps guard but Gonzalez turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Line blocking some punches.
Gonzalez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Line misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gonzalez.
Line is trying to pull guard but Gonzalez turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Line's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Gonzalez pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Line back to the cage. Gonzalez follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Line goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Gonzalez unleashes a big counter combination but Line bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Line dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gonzalez moves out of range of the body kick from Line.
Line throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gonzalez misses with a jab, cross combination.
Line is looking to counter with head kicks.
Gonzalez throws a series of punches but Line avoids them all with ease.
Gonzalez misses with a double jab. #CL2#
Gonzalez darts in and clinches Line up against the cage.
Gonzalez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gonzalez has a couple of punches blocked by Line. #BC#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Line scores with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gonzalez misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gonzalez throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Line to counter with a crisp jab.
Line misses with a wild combination.
Mareth Line is winning the standup battle so far.
Gonzalez lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Line circles away quickly and effectively.
Good standup being displayed there by Line as he connects with a hook.
Line is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gonzalez can do to turn this around?
Gonzalez avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T1#
Gonzalez moves in looking to clinch but Line pushes him off.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gonzalez manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Gonzalez closes the distance and clinches.
Gonzalez working aggressively here.
Gonzalez scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Line is looking to control Gonzalez's arms but Gonzalez gets an underhook and turns him. Now Line has his back to the cage.
Gonzalez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gonzalez swings wildly with an uppercut but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gonzalez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gonzalez swings wildly with an uppercut but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gonzalez slows down the pace here.
Line lands a nice uppercut.
Gonzalez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Line blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Line showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gonzalez.
Line throws a body kick that misses.
Gonzalez misses the shot to the body.
Line is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gonzalez.
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Gonzalez moves out of range easily.
Gonzalez fails to land with a series of punches.
Line is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice shot lands for Line.
Gonzalez misses with a few strikes there.
Line throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gonzalez throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Line as he connects with a hook.
Line lands a big right hand and follows it up with an uppercut. Oh and another big punch and a knee - Gonzalez can't take much more of this! Another big shot to the jaw from Line and Gonzalez drops to the floor. Beaten and bloodied - he had enough there. A vicious beatdown by Line.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mareth Line!
Mareth Line 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: SMASH: Trump vs White     
Date:   Oct 24, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Norris swats away the attempt to clinch by Line.
Norris is looking for a counter combo.
Norris tries to clinch there but Line circles away.
A countering left hand to the body from Line misses.
Line connects with a body shot that sends Norris's belly button to the back.
Norris slips a jab from Line.
Norris appears to be looking for a big counter.
Line looks to land a right hand but Norris moved out of range.
Line 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.
Good leg kick by Line.
Line lands with a right hand.
Norris takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Line scores with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Line wants to clinch.#T1#
Line lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Norris misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mareth Line is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big right from Line misses.
Line throws the left hand but Norris avoids the punch easily.
Norris is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Line.
Line connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Line takes a swing at Norris's ribcage but misses.
Line scores with a jab to the jaw.
Norris steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Line.
A looping hook to the body misses from Norris. Line does a little dance to reset his feet.
A head kick misses from Norris.
Line tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Norris manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Norris avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Line throws a big shot that misses.
Norris will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Line throws a sloppy body shot
and Norris counters with a straight right hand.
That kick from Norris tenderised Line's leg. Line is trying to keep his angry face on.
Line getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Norris moves out of range of the body kick from Line.
Line throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Norris appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Line forces Norris back against the cage and clinches.
Norris blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Line.#BC2#
Line breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Line gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T3#
Norris wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Norris blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Norris.
Line throws a head punch that misses.
Norris blocks an uppercut.
Line lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Line has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Norris is looking to break free of the clinch but Line has double underhooks.
Line lands a left hand.
Line lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Line swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Norris wants to get back to striking at distance but Line won't allow it.
A nice left hand lands by Line.
Line is working Norris over against the cage.
Norris really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T4#
Line lands a shot to the body.
Norris blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Line swings wildly with an uppercut but Norris uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Line on the inside.
Line goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Norris blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The referee is keeping an eye on Line - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #BC#
Norris breaks from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Norris moves out of range of the leg kick from Line.
Line throws a shot from downtown. Norris moves away and avoids it.
Norris is looking for a counter combo.
Line lands with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Line wants to clinch.
Norris thinks about countering with a body kick.
Norris takes one to the chin there.
Line swinging wildly here.
As Line looks to move away, Norris throws a big counter combo but Line just gets out of the way.
Norris uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Line.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line moves in looking to clinch but Norris pushes him off.
Line misses with a hook
and Norris counters with a nice low kick that buckles Line's knee momentarily.
Some wild striking there from Line. #T1#
Line wants to clinch.
Norris checks the leg kick nicely there.
Norris slips a jab and a cross from Line.
Norris is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Line.
Line throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chuck Norris is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Line buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Norris takes a jab right on the kisser.
Line tries to land a front kick but Norris steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Line throws a body punch but Norris moves out of range.
Line throws a big shot that misses.
Norris went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Line has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Norris throws a head kick but Line moves out of range.
Line scores with a three punch combo! #T2#
Norris keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
Line lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Line throws a sloppy head kick
and Norris connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Norris has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Norris there as he acknowledges the shot.
Line throws a lazy head kick
and Norris counters with a series of strikes. Line will be more careful next time no doubt.
Norris walks into a stiff left hand from Line.
Norris lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Norris.
Norris throws a jab but it's blocked by Line.
Line throws a sloppy head kick
and Norris counters with a three punch combo that has Line backing up. Line nods at Norris to acknowledge the strikes.
Line lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Line with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Line works the jab nicely.#T3#
Line tries to clinch but Norris moves out of range.
Norris half committed to a counter leg kick.
Line loads up on a big right hand but Norris slips the punch.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slapping leg kick lands for Line.
Norris moves out of range of the body kick from Line.
Line throws a shot from downtown. Norris moves away and avoids it.
Norris appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Line throws a push kick but Norris slaps the foot to one side.
Line throws a leg kick that misses.
Norris blocks a leg kick.
Norris uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Line.
Line just misses with a punch to the body.
Line scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Norris keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Line punishes Norris's body with a nice straight punch.
Line stuns Norris with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Line throws a leg kick
and Norris counters with a head kick. That will keep Line thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Line throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Line fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Norris, pushing him back against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Norris blocking some punches.
Line tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Norris's elbow.
Line tries to work over Norris's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Line lands a left hand that snaps the head of Norris backwards. #BC2#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Line bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Norris's head backwards.
Norris doesn't manage to clinch there - Line circles away.
Line jabs Norris to the body, keeping him at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Line rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Norris counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Norris takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A swing and a miss from Line.
Line moves into range and connects with a jab.
Line misses with a series of wild punches.
Line tries to clinch up.
Line doesn't manage to clinch there - Norris circles away.
Norris tried to counter with a leg kick but Line avoided it.
Norris walks into a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Line misses the target.
Line pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Norris is looking for a counter combo.
Norris avoids a kick to the body.
Line misses with a looping left.
Norris tried to counter with a leg kick but Line avoided it.#T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Line.
Norris tries a head kick but it misses.
Line looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Norris fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Line avoids it really well and circles away.
Line lands a head shot.
Line throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Norris counters with a two punch combo.
Line chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Norris walks into a straight right hand from Line.#T2#
Line thumps Norris with a low kick.
Line cracks Norris with an open hand slap.
Line misses with a low kick.
Norris went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Norris slips a jab from Line.
Line scores with a nice body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Line scores with a jab to the jaw.
Norris avoids the head kick by Line.
Norris keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
Norris went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Line loads up on a big right hand but Norris slips the punch.
Norris avoids a punch combination nicely.
Norris ducks right into an uppercut from Line. #T3#
Norris tries to work over Line's front leg with a kick but Line checks it.
Line throws an off balance right hand
and Norris counters with a stiff right hand.
Line misses with an uppercut
and Norris counters with a straight right hand.
Line scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Norris displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Line throws out the jab.
Line is looking to score with low kicks.
Norris jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Norris walks into a straight right hand from Line.
Norris takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Line missing with a left hand there. Norris was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
An attempted straight right counter from Norris misses the target.
A low kick lands for Line.
Line loads up on a big right hand but Norris slips the punch.#T4#
Line cracks Norris with a good jab.
Line misses with a straight left.
Norris throwing a counter right hand but Line manages to avoid it.
Line misses with a straight right.
Line looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line tries to clinch but Norris moves away
and Norris counters with a three punch combo that has Line backing up. Line nods at Norris to acknowledge the strikes.
Norris connects with a right hand. Line shakes it off.
Line misses with a leg kick.
Norris lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Line scores with a head kick.
Good work by Norris as he checks the leg kick.
Line moves in looking to clinch but Norris pushes him off.
Norris fires out a quick counter leg kick but Line just manages to avoid it.
Chuck Norris has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Line misses with a hook.
Norris throws a big counter combination but Line scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Norris throws a leg kick which misses Line's front leg but catches the back leg as Line tries to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mareth Line comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Line 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!

Mareth Line bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: SMASH: Trump vs Rocker     
Date:   Oct 03, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Yoder keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Line.
Line keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Yoder.
Line tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yoder was well out of range. Poor timing from Line.
Yoder is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Line lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT2#It looks like Ryan Yoder has been cut.
Line buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Yoder slips a jab from Line.
A nice inside leg kick there by Line. That's going to slow Yoder down.
Line jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Line pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoder misses with a hook. Line ducked under it nicely.
Line is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A big right from Line misses.
Line takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL2#
Line darts in and clinches Yoder up against the cage.
Line makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yoder.
Line lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Line breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Line pushes Yoder up against the cage in a clinch.
Line misses with a punch on the inside.
Line lands with a right to the head.
Line swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Line swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Still in the clinch, Line scores with a nice short uppercut.
Line misses with a short punch on the inside.
Line working aggressively here.
A frustrated look appears on Yoder's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Yoder is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Line has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Yoder seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Line can turn it around.#T2#
A head punch on the inside from Line fails to land.
Line misses with the head strike.
Line swings wildly with an uppercut but Yoder uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Line misses with a hook from the clinch.
Yoder blocks an uppercut.
Yoder blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yoder blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Line misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Line breaks from the clinch.
Line misses with a hook. Yoder ducked under it nicely.
Yoder has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Line.#T3#
Yoder keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Line rushes Yoder and presses him up against the cage.
Yoder can't break the clinch.
Line misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Line fails to land.
Line swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Line breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Line fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
An attempted straight right counter from Yoder misses the target.
Line misses with a body punch
and Yoder counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Yoder blocks a jab.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Line.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yoder gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Crunch! Yoder slams his shin into Line's torso.#T4#
Line throws out a loose jab but Yoder uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line just misses with a punch to the body.
Yoder swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Line lands a nice leg kick that just misses Yoder's sensitive parts.
Line will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Line looks to throw the jab but Yoder is out of range.
Yoder appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Yoder keeps the fight on the outside.
Line scores with a nice strike.
Line throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Yoder's head.
Line tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Line tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Yoder paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nice jab there from Line.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ryan Yoder's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Yoder lands a nice looking body shot. #CL2#
Line moves into the clinch successfully.
Line misses with a punch on the inside.
Yoder wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Line has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Line fails to land.
Line gets through Yoder's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Line.
Line swings wildly with an uppercut but Yoder uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yoder goes for a takedown attempt but Line pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Line looks to land a right hand but Yoder moved out of range.#T1#
Line throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Yoder sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Line throws a sloppy head kick and Yoder moves out of range easily.
Line takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Line misses with an uppercut. Yoder saw that one coming.
Good leg kick by Line.
Yoder avoids a kick to the body.
As Line looks to move away, Yoder throws a big counter combo but Line just gets out of the way.
Line thuds his shin into the meat of Yoder's side.
Yoder ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Yoder moves away from the strike by Line.
A quick step to the side and Yoder tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yoder loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Line swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Line throws a right and a left that both miss.
Line throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Line throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
Line cracks Yoder with an open hand slap.
Line throws an overhand right that lands on Yoder's shoulder, as Yoder tries to avoid the shot.
Mareth Line seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Line falls off balance throwing a combination
and Yoder counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Yoder back to the cage. Line follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Yoder avoids the head kick by Line.
Yoder appears to be looking for a big counter.
Line feints and then cracks Yoder's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Yoder down.
Line scores with a leg kick.
Ryan Yoder is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
Line is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Yoder.
Line loads up on a big right hand but Yoder slips the punch.
Line is looking to land body kicks.#T3#
Line avoids the body shot from Yoder.
A swing and a miss from Line.
Line lands a head kick!
Nice shot lands for Yoder.
Line pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A counter left hand to the body from Yoder misses its target.
Yoder misses with a wild combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Yoder. Line does a little dance to reset his feet.
Line throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Yoder misses with a straight left.
Line's jab looks to have found its range, popping Yoder under the eye.#T4#
Yoder takes a kick to the side of the head.#CL2#
Line clinches.
Line swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A frustrated look appears on Yoder's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yoder.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Line throws a head punch that misses.
Line misses with a punch on the inside.
Line lands a right hand. #BC2#
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Yoder misses with a two punch combination.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Line 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 Yoder has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Yoder and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Line clobbers Yoder with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ryan Yoder'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#
Line connects with a solid leg kick.
Yoder uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
Line fails to land with a series of punches.
Line scores with a shot to the body.
Line fails to land with a series of punches.
The crowd cheers as Line lands an impressive looking overhand right. Yoder doesn't seem phased though.
Yoder misses with a wild combination.
Line has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Yoder lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Line circles away quickly and effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line tests Yoder's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Good exchange - Line coming out on top.
Line takes one to the chin there.#T1#
Yoder keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Line just misses with a punch to the body.
A quick step to the side and Yoder tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yoder misses with a few strikes there.
Line fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Line throws a body kick that misses
and Yoder connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Line throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL2#
Yoder tries to keep at a distance but Line has taken the fight into the clinch.
Yoder tries to circle away but Line has him pinned against the cage.#BC2#
Line escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Yoder swats away the attempt to clinch by Line.#T2#
Yoder has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Yoder there as he acknowledges the shot.
Line throws a quick inside leg kick.
Line works Yoder's body with a nice hook.
Line swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Line is looking to slow Yoder down with leg kicks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Yoder comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Yoder tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Yoder.
Yoder lands a glancing blow to the side of Line's head.
Yoder gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Yoder keeps the fight on the outside.
Line misses the jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Yoder misses its target.#T3#
Line jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yoder is looking to wear down Line with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Yoder throws a nice outside leg kick.
Line throws a jab when Yoder was well out of range.
Yoder throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yoder just misses with a punch to the body.
Yoder avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Yoder chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Line can pounce on him.
Yoder throws a low kick but it's checked well by Line.
Line swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Line 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.
Yoder went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Yoder slips under a jab.
Yoder punishes Line's body with a nice straight punch.
Yoder with a hook.#T4#
Line tests Yoder's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Line is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Yoder.
Line missing with a left hand there. Yoder was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little feinted left hand from Yoder on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Line throws a hook but Yoder blocks it.
Line throws a head kick that Yoder semi-blocks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line misses with a straight left.
Line checks a leg kick nicely.
Yoder fails to land with a series of punches.
Line looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Line throws a hook but Yoder avoids it easily.
Yoder half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Ryan Yoder has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Yoder fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.
Line lands the left hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mareth Line comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Line 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!

Mareth Line 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.

 

Event: SMASH: Steelers vs Bundy     
Date:   Sep 05, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Line leaves Porzingis with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Porzingis wants to clinch up but Line keeps it at a distance.
Line was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Line lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Porzingis at a distance.
Porzingis staying out of range there.
Porzingis shoots in for a takedown but Line shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Porzingis shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Line is trying to defend but Porzingis finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Line makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Line.#SUB2#
Porzingis drops back looking for a leg! Line is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Line manages to kick Porzingis off! Porzingis jumps back into Line's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Line working for a triangle but Porzingis defends it easily. #SUB#
Line escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Porzingis gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1#
Line wants to sweep but no luck.
Porzingis throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Porzingis drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Porzingis jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Porzingis thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Porzingis is looking to pass into half guard but Line pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Line is in guard.#REVR#
Porzingis 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.
Line has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Porzingis is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
Porzingis controlling Line's posture.
Porzingis looking for a sweep. Not yet Porzingis, not yet.
Line trying to control the position from guard on top but Porzingis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Line is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Porzingis is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Line might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Line postures up.
Porzingis being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Porzingis 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 decides to stand the fighters back up.
Line works Porzingis's body with a nice hook.
Porzingis misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Mareth Line has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kris Porzingis.
Porzingis throws out a loose jab but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Porzingis is trying hard to land a takedown here. Line sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Porzingis misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Porzingis drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Line lunges at Porzingis with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Porzingis's hand.
Porzingis walks into a left hand.
Line fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Line dips to his left and cracks Porzingis with an uppercut!
Porzingis walks into a stiff left hand from Line.
Porzingis is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line throws a big shot that misses.
Porzingis wants to counter the offense by Line and move into the clinch position.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Line, as that shot connected.
Porzingis moves in looking to clinch but Line pushes him off.
Line misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #TD2#
Porzingis drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Line lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Line trying to control the position from guard on top but Porzingis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Porzingis is trying hard to land a takedown here. Line sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Line connects with a body shot that sends Porzingis's belly button to the back.
Mareth Line is winning the standup battle so far.
Porzingis looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Line bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Porzingis's head backwards.
Line waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Porzingis.
Porzingis wants to counter with a clinch but Line pushes him away.
Line keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Line lands with an uppercut that bounces Porzingis off the cage and back into range.
Line loads up on a big right hand but Porzingis slips the punch.#TD2#
Porzingis gets a takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Porzingis is keen to just control but Line is a slippery customer.
Line is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Porzingis is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Line doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Porzingis.
Kris Porzingis has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Porzingis moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Line.#T1#
Line looking for a sweep but Porzingis has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Line regains half guard.
Line wants to improve his position but Porzingis is controlling well.
Line wants to control but Porzingis is keeping busy.
Porzingis tries to pass to full mount but Line defends it. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Porzingis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Line defends it well.
Line tries to roll over but Porzingis keeps him under control.
Line gets back to full guard.
Porzingis trying to control but Line is working from the bottom.
Porzingis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Line controls Porzingis momentarily but Porzingis frees himself.
Line looking for a sweep. Not yet Line, not yet. #SUB2#
Porzingis is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Line looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Porzingis looking to sit in guard and control but Line gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Porzingis bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Line's guard. #REVB#
Line keeping moving, preventing Porzingis from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Line had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Porzingis defends it easily.#T4#
Line looking for a sweep. Not yet Line, not yet.
Line is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Porzingis can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Line is looking for a triangle but Porzingis pushes his legs off easily.
Porzingis engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Porzingis won't allow Line to sweep him here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Line working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Porzingis doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Porzingis manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Line keeping moving, preventing Porzingis from controlling successfully.
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 Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Porzingis takes one to the side of the head. #TD2#
Porzingis manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Line on his heels. He'll look to pass Line's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
Line throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Porzingis throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Porzingis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Line is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Line working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Porzingis has passed into half guard!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Line wants to control but Porzingis is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Porzingis prevents Line from improving his position.
Porzingis thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Line's head.
Porzingis frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Porzingis prevents Line from getting the reversal.
Porzingis looking to control but Line is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Line tries to lock up and control but Porzingis gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Porzingis takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Line tries to hold on but Porzingis pushes him away.
Porzingis can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Line is looking to escape.
Kris Porzingis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB2#
Porzingis working for a guillotine from mount but Line is in no mood to give up.
Porzingis trying to control but Line is having none of it.
Line sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Line is staying active underneath Porzingis, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Line is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Porzingis is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Line sees it coming and defends easily.#T3##SUB2#
Line is defending against the submission attempts here by Porzingis.
Line wants to sweep but Porzingis has passed to side control!
Line regains half guard.
Line is looking to improve his position.
Porzingis missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Porzingis seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are battling for position here. Line manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4#
Line is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Porzingis won't allow Line to sweep him here. #SUB#
Line working for a triangle but Porzingis defends it easily.
Porzingis stopping the sweep attempt from Line.
Porzingis trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Porzingis wants to pass the guard but Line is keeping the position.
Line wants to sweep but no luck.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kris Porzingis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Line 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!

After the fight, Mareth Line 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: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 27, 2020
#R1#
Line lands a jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Prince looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Prince tries to clinch up but Line circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Prince moves into the clinch.
Line misses with some punches.
Line blocks an elbow strike.
Prince blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Line breaks from the clinch.
Prince tries to close the distance and clinch but Line swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Line lands an overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line throws a solid leg kick but Prince takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Line.
Prince steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Line.
Prince fails with an attempt to clinch.
A quick step to the side and Line tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Prince feints a jab promting Line to slip. Prince then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Line slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Prince closes this distance looking for a takedown but Line circles away.
Nice sprawl there from Line as Prince shoots in.
Line was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Prince has his takedown stuffed
and Line counters with a nice uppercut.
Mareth Line has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jungle Prince.
Prince fails in his attempt to clinch.
Line throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Prince's head.
Prince on the wrong end of a nice jab.#ROC#
Prince is rocked!
Prince tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Line paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Line seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Prince tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Line counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Prince tries to clinch there but Line circles away.
Prince wants to clinch
and Line counters with a slapping leg kick.
Line lands a really nice looking cross but Prince seems unphased.
Line dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Prince tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Line counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Prince closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Prince looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Line is trying to force a seperation but Prince has the dominant position.
Line jumps guard but Prince stands there with Line around his waist. Line gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Prince misses with an elbow strike.
Prince tries to pull guard but Line holds him up against the cage and eventually Prince drops back down to his feet.
Line prevents a body shot from Prince.
Line misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Line fails to land.
Prince misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Line avoids the elbow strike from Prince, against the cage.
Line blocks the elbow strike. #BC2#
Prince breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Prince tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Line defends well and Prince ends up having to push Line into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Line swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Line scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL2#
Line gets tackled into the cage by Prince. Prince maintains the clinch.
Line lands a left hand.
Line lands with a right to the head.
A shot in the inside from Line. #TD#
Line successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Line is looking to cinch up a triangle. Prince throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Line's body to avoid the submission. Line has instead reached around Prince's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Line arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mareth Line!
Mareth Line 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.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 04, 2019
#R1#
One scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
One throws a leg kick but Well moved away.
Nice shot lands for One.
One lands with a kick to the temple. Well shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#
It looks like Crash Well has been cut.
Well shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has One pinned against the cage. One gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Well throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around One's waist but One gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Well off to one side.
Well steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from One. That one must have hurt.
One lands a nice looking kick to the body. Well takes a step back to recover.
Well fails with an attempt to clinch.
Well walks forward, straight into a front kick from One.
One tries a head kick but it misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
One misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Well.
One walks into a stiff left hand from Well.
One throws an overhand right that lands on Well's shoulder, as Well tries to avoid the shot.
Well lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
One checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
One swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
One stuffs the takedown attempt from Well. Well gets slowly back to his feet.
Test One has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Crash Well.
One takes a swing at Well's ribcage but misses.
One swings for the body but Well moves out of range.
Test One is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Well doesn't manage to clinch there - One circles away.
One throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
One throws a left and a right that both miss
and Well counters with a two punch combo.
One throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Well sees it coming and avoids it easily.
One misses with a kick to the body.
Well takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Well looks winded!
Well walks forward, straight into a front kick from One.
Well tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but One paws at him with a jab and circles away.
One defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Well.
One throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Well takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
One lands with a nice body kick. #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!
One scores with a kick to the midsection.
One lets loose with a powerful body kick. Well will feel that in the morning.
One throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
One looks to land a right hand but Well moved out of range.
One lands with a thumping leg kick.
Well needs to keep his hands up - One had a free shot at his head there.
Nice straight punches there by One. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of One.
Well takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
One scores with a jab. Well acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Well closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
One buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
One lands a jab to Well's midsection.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by One.
One thuds his shin into the meat of Well's side.
One misses with a body shot. #T3#
A kick lands to the mid section there for One.
One throws out a powerful jab.
Well blocks the body kick.
Well ducks right into an uppercut from One.
One keeps Well at a distance using the push kick.
One chopping away at his opponent's legs.
One misses with a body kick.
One is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Well tries to close the distance and clinch up but One swats him away and circles back towards the center.
One throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Well has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from One.
One scores with a nice body kick.
Well takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Good leg kick by One there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
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!
One pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And Well tries to counter it with a takedown but One pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Well on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by One. One obviously looking to wear him down.
One connects with a leg kick. Well looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by One.
One throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
One lands a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from One. Well does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice body kick from One.
One delivers a nice body kick.
One misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Well.
Well walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#ROC#
Well is rocked!
One throws an overhand right that drops Well like a sack of potatoes! One dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Test One!

 

 
 
 
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