Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SMASH: Thai vs Bispen
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
Wiener throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a single leg into guard. Wiener didn't expect that.
Lawrence distracts Wiener with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence trying to control but Wiener is working from the bottom.
Lawrence lands a couple of elbows.
Lawrence lands a couple of elbows.
Lawrence landing some decent shots from guard.
Lawrence slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Wiener is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Lawrence asserts his dominance and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wiener stops Lawrence from passing to mount.
Wiener is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Lawrence is controlling him well.
Wiener on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Wiener tries to get out of the position.#T1#
Lawrence in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Lawrence postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
An elbow from Lawrence crashes against the mat.
Lawrence cracks Wiener with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Wiener is trying to get back to his feet.
Wiener wants to get back to his feet but Lawrence is dominant here and he's now got Wiener's back!#SUB2#
Lawrence is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Wiener won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Lawrence off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Malachi Lawrence!
Malachi Lawrence made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'There 3 Opponents I Want To Fight 1 - Jeremy Arnason 2 - Jayden Sven 3 - Jimmy Lee Because That Revenge Is For My Teammate Alika Hakekia'.

Event: SMASH: Silver vs Lee
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
Sven pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lawrence has a takedown stuffed.
Sven scores with a hook.#CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence tries a head kick but it misses.
Sven turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence lands a high kick!
Lawrence misses with a combination
and Sven counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Lawrence or perhaps it was just good defense by Sven, which made it look bad.
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And Sven responds with a good body kick, but Lawrence manages to step out the way in time.
Sven looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
Lawrence drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sven sprawls and moves away.
Sven connects with a body shot.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sven moves away.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lawrence looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sven bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T2#
Lawrence tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sven defends well and Lawrence ends up having to push Sven into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sven is struggling to control the position.
Sven stalling against the cage.
Sven is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Lawrence stalls. #T3##BC#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Sven saw that one coming.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Sven avoids them all with ease.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sven circles away quickly and effectively.
Sven with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lawrence tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sven swivels and escapes.#T4#
Sven throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
Lawrence looks to land a right hand but Sven moved out of range.
Sven throws out a counter right but Lawrence avoids it with no problem.
Lawrence throws a hook but Sven blocks it.
Sven looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sven slips under a jab from Lawrence.
A little jabbing left from Sven on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD#
Lawrence gets a double leg takedown into Sven's guard.
Lawrence working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sven utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Sven is keeping the position.
Lawrence works over Sven with some ground and pound from guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jayden Sven will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Sven falls off balance throwing a combination
and Lawrence counters with a left and a right that stings Sven.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
Sven swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lawrence shoots for a takedown but Sven saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Sven checks a leg kick.
Sven just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sven throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lawrence.
Sven has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Lawrence pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sven is out of range and Lawrence settles back down. #T1#
Lawrence closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sven, as that shot connected.
Sven throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jayden Sven is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sven throws a right and a left that Lawrence avoids nicely.
Lawrence scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Lawrence bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sven's head.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence shoots and misses
and Sven connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A shot to the liver by Sven. Beautiful body shot.
Sven takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lawrence misses with a hook
enabling Sven to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#Malachi Lawrence's cut is getting worse.
Lawrence displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sven throws out the jab.
Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sven.
Nice sprawl there from Sven as Lawrence shoots in.
Sven is looking for the big counter here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence takes one on the button.#T3#
Sven with a jab.
Lawrence misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lawrence tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt.
It seemed like Sven was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sven scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sven throws a shot to the body. #T4#
Lawrence shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sven defends it nicely.
Sven looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lawrence shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Sven to counter with a crisp jab.
Sven misses with a lunging right hand
and Lawrence counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sven. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sven displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jayden Sven showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence'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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Sven circles away easily
and Sven counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lawrence misses with a head kick. #TD#
Lawrence drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sven is trying to control Lawrence's posture but Lawrence avoids it.
Sven is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sven defending well though.
Lawrence misses with a head shot. Sven uses the momentum to regain guard.
Lawrence slips nicely into half guard.#T1#
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence wants to take a breather but Sven is having none of it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sven manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lawrence is fighting to break Sven's control of his arms but Sven is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Sven is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
Sven being controlled here, momentarily.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lawrence throws the kick towards the body but Sven avoids it.
Sven let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lawrence works over Sven's head and body with a nice combination.
Sven defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawrence.#T3##TD#
Lawrence looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Sven is holding on to half guard well.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sven's head.
Sven wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
Sven is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Sven is defending well.
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Sven avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence. #T4#
Sven keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Lawrence is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sven defending well though.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sven keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Sven's hands, connecting with Sven's forehead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Lawrence is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sven sees it coming and defends easily.
Sven makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sven.

And that's the end of the fight!
Malachi Lawrence showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Sven 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jayden Sven!
Malachi Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'The Hood Hit Harder Than You'.

Event: SMASH: Romero vs Jones
Date: Jan 28, 2024

#R1#
Lawrence throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lawrence plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Liee.
Liee leaves Lawrence with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Liee takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Liee takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
A swing and a miss from Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a low kick. #T1#
Lawrence fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lawrence scores with a nice body kick.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Liee avoids it well.
Liee doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lawrence fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. Liee sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Lawrence looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Liee really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lawrence. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Liee avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've been hearing that Lawrence has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Liee looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lawrence not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Liee trying to control the position here.
Liee working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lawrence scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Lawrence with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Liee trying to control the position.
Lawrence chips away with some ground and pound.
Lawrence connects with a couple of short punches.
Lawrence controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lawrence is pushing down on Liee's leg trying to pass to half guard. Liee is fighting to maintain full guard but Lawrence has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lawrence perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Liee's head.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Liee defending well though.
Lawrence not doing much here. #T4#
Liee is looking for a sweep. Lawrence is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ground and pound from Lawrence.
Lawrence content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Liee tries to get to full guard but Lawrence has control of the leg.
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Liee's hands, connecting with Liee's forehead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Liee does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Liee to regain full guard.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Liee keeps moving.
Liee controls Lawrence momentarily but Lawrence frees himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Lawrence shoots in for a double leg but Liee sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Liee shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lawrence misses with a kick to the body.
Liee throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Liee doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A nice combination there by Lawrence.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Liee misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Liee moves out of range easily.
Lawrence lands a jab-cross combination. #T1#
A low kick from Lawrence misses
and Liee counters with a series of strikes. Lawrence will be more careful next time no doubt.
Lawrence lands a nice hook to Liee's body. Liee takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Liee throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lawrence looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Lawrence lands with a kick to the temple. Liee shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Liee misses with a wild body shot.
As Liee tries to get set, Lawrence tries to push him back and clinch up but Liee manages to avoid the attempt.#TD#
Lawrence scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Ground and pound from Lawrence.
Lawrence is nestled in close to Liee, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Liee taking some punishment here, with Lawrence in his half guard. #T2#
Lawrence looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Liee with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lawrence with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Liee's head.
Lawrence missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Liee gets back to full guard.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Liee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lawrence seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Liee keeps moving. #T3#
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Liee keeps moving.
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lawrence postures up in Liee's guard and throws a big left but Liee blocks it.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Lawrence working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Liee's head.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lawrence looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lawrence's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lawrence working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Lawrence is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Liee can do to turn this around?
Liee wants to sweep here but Lawrence controlling him for the moment.
Lawrence showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lawrence connects with a couple of short punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Lawrence doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Liee counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Liee ducks under and follows up with a left that Liee also avoids with ease.
Liee avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lawrence avoids the body shot from Liee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Liee avoids it well.
Liee throws a counter combo.
Lawrence jabs Liee to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD#
Lawrence bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T1#
You can see the frustration on Liee's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Liee tries to improve position but can't.
Liee is being controlled here.
Lawrence is trying to ground and pound but Liee uses the momentary lack of control by Lawrence to regain half guard.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Liee's head.
Liee is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lawrence scores with a couple of nice shots.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lawrence perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T2#
Lawrence throwing shots but Liee is blocking nicely.
Brusse Liee has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Liee's hands, connecting with Liee's forehead.
Liee is staying active underneath Lawrence, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Liee dodges it nicely.
Lawrence 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.
Liee wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy.
Malachi Lawrence is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Liee defending well though.
Lawrence perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Lawrence looks to land a body kick but Liee moved away.
Liee appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Liee takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Liee is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lawrence rather than just go for the knockout.
A cross from Lawrence lands.
Lawrence misses with a takedown
and Liee counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice shot by Lawrence.
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Liee now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T4#
Lawrence fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Liee avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Liee misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Lawrence shoots in and gets a takedown into Liee's guard.
Lawrence content to stall in guard here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Liee controls Lawrence momentarily but Lawrence frees himself.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!
As Malachi Lawrence got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: There 3 Opponents I Want To Fight 1 - Jeremy Arnason 2 - Jayden Sven 3 - Jimmy Lee Because That Revenge Is For My Teammate Alika Hakekia'.
Brusse Liee spoke after the fight, saying 'No! Not water! Ah! Ah! Ah! Ohhh! I'm melting! I'm melting! What a world, what a world! It was a fighting force of extraordinary magnitude!'.

Event: SMASH: Prescott vs Thai
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1#
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gerber is trying to counter with his kicks.
Gerber misses the jab.
Lawrence wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Gerber walks into a straight right hand from Lawrence.
Nice sprawl there from Gerber as Lawrence shoots in.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lawrence shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Gerber pinned against the cage. Gerber gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence checks a leg kick nicely.
Lawrence swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've been hearing reports that Lawrence has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T1#
Lawrence tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence falls off balance throwing a combination
and Gerber connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lawrence throws a lazy head kick
letting Gerber counter with a right hand. #TD#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Gerber is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence working some strikes from top position.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Gerber is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence pushing down on Gerber's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gerber keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T2#
Gerber keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lawrence looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Gerber with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Gerber is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Lawrence takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T3##SUB2#
Lawrence throws a strike but Gerber manages to get a kimura sweep and he's found himself on top with the kimura half locked in! This would be a real turnaround! He's torquing it... Will Lawrence tap??? YES! He's tapped! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Romulus Gerber!
Our winner, Romulus Gerber, 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.
Malachi Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'The Hood Hit Harder Than You'.

Event: SMASH: Dankovic vs Barrels
Date: Dec 17, 2023

#R1#
Lawrence feints a jab promting The Bouncer to slip. Lawrence then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. The Bouncer slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Lawrence throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Lawrence fails to land with a series of punches.
Benny The Bouncer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The Bouncer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lawrence slips under a jab from The Bouncer.
A clash of legs there as Lawrence blocks the low kick.
The Bouncer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The Bouncer takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The Bouncer throws a hook but Lawrence avoids it easily.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The Bouncer cracks Lawrence with a right hand to the side of the head.#CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
The Bouncer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Lawrence blocks the low kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for The Bouncer.#T1#
The Bouncer throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Lawrence checks a low kick from The Bouncer.
Lawrence slips a straight right by The Bouncer.
Lawrence is looking for a counter combo.
The Bouncer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lawrence walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lawrence stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from The Bouncer.
Lawrence looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The Bouncer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The Bouncer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
The Bouncer misses with a hook.
The Bouncer misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from The Bouncer.
A telegraphed right hand from The Bouncer misses the target.
The Bouncer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2#
The Bouncer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lawrence misses with a two punch combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence lands a nice hook to The Bouncer's body. The Bouncer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but The Bouncer shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
The Bouncer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lawrence slips under a jab from The Bouncer.
Lawrence tries to counter by clinching up but The Bouncer breaks away and moves out of range.
The Bouncer throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence takes a swing at The Bouncer's ribcage but misses.
The Bouncer avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lawrence takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lawrence is looking to wear down The Bouncer with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
The Bouncer lands a nice shot to the body.
The Bouncer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
The Bouncer tries to land a front kick but Lawrence steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T3#
The Bouncer thows a leg kick but Lawrence checks it #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for The Bouncer!
Lawrence working the ground and pound but The Bouncer is defending the strikes.
Lawrence working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Lawrence working the ground and pound.
Lawrence moves into full mount!
The Bouncer is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Lawrence can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as The Bouncer is looking to escape.
Lawrence throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Lawrence punishing his opponent with strikes.
Lawrence throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#T4#
Lawrence throws some wild stikes that The Bouncer manages to avoid easily.
Lawrence 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.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Lawrence looking to control but The Bouncer is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Poor strikes thrown by Lawrence there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Lawrence looking to finish with strikes here!
Lawrence throws a strike there. The Bouncer manages to avoid it well and slips a leg under to get to half guard.
Lawrence is taking a breather. The Bouncer says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Lawrence lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Benny The Bouncer will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
The Bouncer lands a nice looking body shot.
The Bouncer thows a leg kick but Lawrence checks it #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a single leg into guard. The Bouncer didn't expect that.
The Bouncer keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lawrence's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lawrence scoring with punches to the head and body.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence trying to control but The Bouncer is working from the bottom.
Lawrence throwing strikes but missing.
Lawrence landing with the ground and pound. #T1#
The Bouncer preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The Bouncer preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lawrence stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. The Bouncer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The Bouncer keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
The Bouncer avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lawrence is looking to work some ground and pound but The Bouncer has wrist control.
Lawrence lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lawrence with a nice head shot there.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses. #T2#
Lawrence throws an elbow that misses. The Bouncer uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Lawrence's guard. Nice move by The Bouncer!#REVB#
The Bouncer won't allow Lawrence to sweep him here.
Lawrence controlling The Bouncer's posture.
Lawrence looking to control.
Lawrence controlling the position.
Lawrence trying to control the position.
The Bouncer stopping the sweep attempt from Lawrence.
Lawrence managing to control the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Lawrence continues to stall.#T3##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lawrence moves out of range as The Bouncer strikes.
The Bouncer motions for Lawrence to come forward. The Bouncer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The Bouncer displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lawrence.
Lawrence tries to bum rush The Bouncer with a series of wild strikes but The Bouncer uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The Bouncer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lawrence.#T4#
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The Bouncer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lawrence tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A countering left hand to the body from The Bouncer misses.
The Bouncer tests Lawrence's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The Bouncer lands with a nice combination. Lawrence backs away looking to recover.
The Bouncer's corner calls for a 1-2. The Bouncer obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT2#Malachi Lawrence's cut is getting worse.
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!
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. The Bouncer sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A cross from The Bouncer lands.#ROC2#Lawrence is rocked!
The Bouncer misses with a looping left.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The Bouncer fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lawrence has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The Bouncer throws a big shot that misses.
The Bouncer loads up on a big right hand but Lawrence slips the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Benny The Bouncer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
That's time! Lawrence's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
The Bouncer throws a hook to the side of Lawrence's head but Lawrence sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lawrence is looking to score with low kicks.
Benny The Bouncer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lawrence.
It seemed like The Bouncer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The Bouncer's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lawrence under the eye.
The Bouncer misses with a looping left.
The Bouncer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The Bouncer dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Bouncer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lawrence throws a big counter combination but The Bouncer scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
The Bouncer finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T1#
The Bouncer connects with a nice looking jab.
The Bouncer stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and The Bouncer wants it to stay on the feet.
Lawrence scores with a nice head shot.
The Bouncer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence misses with a combination
and The Bouncer counters with a straight right hand.
Lawrence throws an uppercut from half a mile away. The Bouncer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lawrence slips a straight right by The Bouncer.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The Bouncer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT2#Malachi Lawrence's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Lawrence moves out of range of the strikes.
The Bouncer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
A head kick misses from Lawrence. #T2#
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from The Bouncer.
A big left from The Bouncer misses.
The Bouncer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lawrence.
Lawrence blocks a jab.
The Bouncer misses with a jab, cross 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!
Lawrence looks to land a combination but The Bouncer avoids it well.
A slapping leg kick lands for The Bouncer.
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. The Bouncer sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence tries a head kick but it misses.
Benny The Bouncer is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The Bouncer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The Bouncer feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lawrences jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Lawrence tries to score a power double leg takedown but The Bouncer sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lawrence somewhat.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
The Bouncer throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
The Bouncer takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
The Bouncer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The Bouncer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The Bouncer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lawrence.
Lawrence appears to be looking for a big counter.
The Bouncer misses with a body shot.
Lawrence wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Lawrence avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lawrence seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A head kick misses from Lawrence.
The Bouncer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from The Bouncer.
Lawrence seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lawrence blocks a jab.
The Bouncer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lawrence is defended easily by The Bouncer.
Lawrence blocks a head kick by The Bouncer.
Lawrence lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from The Bouncer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that The Bouncer avoids nicely.
Jab from The Bouncer.
Lawrence takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The Bouncer feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lawrences jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence throws a body punch but The Bouncer moves out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Benny The Bouncer comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got The Bouncer 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 Topper Green scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Benny The Bouncer!
A victorious Benny The Bouncer thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Malachi Lawrence had this to say: 'The Hood Hit Harder Than You'.

Event: SMASH: Dankovich vs Bonaparte
Date: Nov 26, 2023

#R1#
Randy keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Randy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice sprawl there from Randy as Lawrence shoots in.
Randy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Randy throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.#TD#
Lawrence bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Randy tries to buck Lawrence off but Lawrence is having none of it.
Randy is trying to control Lawrence's posture but Lawrence avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence lands a nice forearm strike.
Lawrence lands a few punches from side control.
Randy struggling a bit here.
Lawrence cracks Randy with a big elbow.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Randy keeps working. #T1#
Randy is looking to reverse the position.
Randy can't do much from the bottom here.
Randy is looking to reverse the position.
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Lawrence working away.
Randy tries to buck Lawrence off but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence is chipping away with strikes.
We've been hearing that Lawrence has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Lawrence working the head with strikes.
Lawrence cracks Randy with a big elbow.
Randy is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Lawrence controls the position from side control.
Lawrence in side control lands a decent elbow.
Randy sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Randy actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lawrence is thwarting Randy's attempts to control the position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lawrence lands a nice short elbow.
Lawrence looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Randy with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lawrence is thwarting Randy's attempts to control the position.
Lawrence 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.
Randy has hold of Lawrence's hands but Lawrence slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randy is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lawrence scores with a couple of nice shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Randy actively working from the bottom here.
Lawrence drops an elbow to the side of Randy's head.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Lawrence is nestled in close to Randy, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T3#
Lawrence is keen to just control but Randy is a slippery customer.
Lawrence lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Randy is working from the bottom.
Lawrence is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Randy is working away.
Lawrence takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Randy is trying to stand.
Lawrence with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lawrence wants to control but Randy is keeping him busy.
Randy moves into full guard.
Lawrence lands a couple of elbows.#T4#
Randy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Randy keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Randy pulls Lawrence in close to his closed guard and prevents Lawrence from doing any damage or advancing position.
Randy keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Randy keeps moving.
Lawrence scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Randy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawrence doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawrence manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lawrence cracks Randy with a solid left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence 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#
Good shot there by Lawrence.
Lawrence defending well as Randy loads up on a big left hand.
Lawrence misses with a low kick.
Lawrence throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Randy's waist but Randy gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lawrence off to one side.
Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randy.
Lawrence takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence dives in and grabs Randy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Randy pushes down on Lawrence's head and hops out.
Randy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lawrence or perhaps it was just good defense by Randy, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Danga de danga de dang - Lawrence scores with a four punch combination!#T1#
Randy looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
Randy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Randy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Randy misses its intended target.
Some wild striking there from Lawrence.
Randy is looking for the big counter here.
Lawrence walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Randy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Macho Man Randy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence slips a straight right by Randy.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence moves away from the strike by Randy.
Lawrence is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randy can do to turn this around?#T2#
Lawrence throws an off balance right hand
enabling Randy to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
Lawrence closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Randy quickly recovers to half guard.
Lawrence lands with a punch from half guard.
Ground and pound from Lawrence.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Randy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lawrence working Randy over with strikes.
Randy is staying active underneath Lawrence, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
Randy looking for submissions off his back.
Randy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Randy wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Lawrence cracks Randy with a solid left hand.
Lawrence passes Randy's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Randy looking for submissions off his back.
Lawrence looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lawrence frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Lawrence landing strikes from the mount.
Randy slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Lawrence working Randy over with strikes. #ROC#Randy is rocked!
Lawrence takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Randy is still in real trouble! Can Lawrence finish him?
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lawrence is keen to just control but Randy is a slippery customer.
Lawrence looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Randy with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lawrence is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lawrence works his foot free and advances to mount.
Randy wants to control but Lawrence is having none of it.#T4#
Randy keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Randy covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Malachi Lawrence!
Malachi Lawrence looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'OOH YEAH, I Just Destroy Macho Man Randy Savage. I Can Hear All WWE Fans Crying, I Just Gave Him Real Wrestling. Not Fake Bullshit Like WWE'.

Event: SMASH: Spratt vs Khan
Date: Nov 04, 2023

#R1#
Lawrence throws out a leg kick but McFistface moves out of range and Lawrence only half commits.
McFistface shoots for a takedown but Lawrence saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.
McFistface throws a push kick but Lawrence slaps the foot to one side.
Lawrence slaps away a takedown attempt from McFistface, before circling back to the center of the mat.
McFistface tries to clinch up but Lawrence circles away and keeps his distance.
McFistface tries to clinch up but Lawrence circles away and keeps his distance.
Lawrence digs a good hook to McFistface's body.
Lawrence throws a leg kick #TD#
and McFistface counters with a nice double leg into guard.

Lawrence has his feet on McFistface's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence misses with a low kick as McFistface jumps back.
Lawrence swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McFistface changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McFistface tries to clinch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lawrence stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lawrence lands a body shot. #CL#
McFistface rushes Lawrence and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
McFistface lands a takedown into guard.

Lawrence is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. McFistface presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #T1#
A short left from Lawrence. #BC2#
Lawrence's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
McFistface fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lawrence sprawls well initially but McFistface persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
McFistface is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lawrence doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time McFistface.
McFistface misses with a head shot. Lawrence uses the momentum to regain guard.
McFistface 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.
McFistface wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving. #T2#
McFistface postures up in Lawrence's guard and throws a big left but Lawrence blocks it.
McFistface postures up in Lawrence's guard and throws a big left but Lawrence blocks it.
Lawrence manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McFistface manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
McFistface doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
McFistface keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
McFistface wants to sweep but no luck.
McFistface is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
McFistface striking off his back but it's not causing Lawrence any problems.
McFistface is pulling down on Lawrence's head to control his posture. #SUB#
McFistface looking for a guillotine here but Lawrence defends easily.
McFistface looking to control. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McFistface can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lawrence controls the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lawrence lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McFistface moves out of range as Lawrence throws a body kick.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
McFistface tries to close the distance and clinch but Lawrence swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McFistface shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dougie McFistface. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
McFistface takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lawrence misses with a body kick.
Lawrence jabs McFistface right on the nose. McFistface blinks but takes it well.
McFistface on the wrong end of a nice hook.
McFistface thows a leg kick but Lawrence checks it
and Lawrence counters with a nice kick to the body.
A low kick from Lawrence misses #TD#
and McFistface counters with a takedown into side control.

Lawrence bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
McFistface doesn't manage to clinch there - Lawrence circles away.
McFistface ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McFistface misses with a takedown
and Lawrence counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lawrence swinging wildly here.
Lawrence throws a big shot that misses.
Lawrence with a nice cross.
Lawrence will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #TD#
McFistface decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McFistface scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
McFistface with the ground and pound but Lawrence uses the opportunity to regain guard.
McFistface trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
McFistface throws a big right hand that misses. #T1#
McFistface wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving.
McFistface in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McFistface throws a strike but Lawrence rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
McFistface controlling Lawrence's posture.
McFistface looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lawrence is one step ahead there. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
McFistface working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawrence doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawrence manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lawrence controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Let's hope that Lawrence has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB#
McFistface working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawrence doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawrence manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
McFistface looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Lawrence puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
McFistface is looking for a sweep. Lawrence is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Malachi Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lawrence sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
McFistface is looking to clinch. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
McFistface takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McFistface is looking to clinch but Lawrence is avoiding it.
A low kick from Lawrence is predictable there #TD#
and McFistface counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
McFistface throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Lawrence works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
McFistface throws a strike but Lawrence rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
McFistface working a defensive guard but Lawrence manages to pass into side control anyway.
Lawrence working away.
McFistface is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McFistface is being controlled here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
McFistface wants to clinch up but Lawrence keeps it at a distance.
Lawrence avoids the head kick by McFistface.
Lawrence takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
An inside leg kick lands from McFistface.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McFistface manages to avoid it.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence throws a low kick but McFistface moves out of range easily.
Lawrence lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McFistface tries to clinch there but Lawrence circles away.
A low kick from Lawrence misses #TD#
and McFistface counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lawrence won't be happy with that.
McFistface trying to control the action but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Lawrence managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by McFistface.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
McFistface is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lawrence is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
McFistface throwing strikes but Lawrence manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! #T1#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
McFistface is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Lawrence working away.
McFistface looks to move to half guard but instead Lawrence has passed into mount! Damn!
Lawrence controlling the position easily from mount.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawrence working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McFistface tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McFistface throwing hammer fists to the chest of Lawrence. What's that going to do exactly?
Lawrence prevents McFistface from getting the reversal.
McFistface looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
McFistface breaks Lawrence's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard. #T3#
McFistface in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lawrence working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McFistface.
McFistface looking to sit in guard and control but Lawrence gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Lawrence seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
McFistface looking for a sweep. Not yet McFistface, not yet.
Dougie McFistface has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
McFistface has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Lawrence is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for McFistface.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T4#
McFistface tries to bench press Lawrence off him but Lawrence keeps the position.
McFistface wants to control but Lawrence postures up.
McFistface is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lawrence's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
McFistface wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McFistface flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Malachi Lawrence comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lawrence 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!
Malachi Lawrence decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: SMASH: Materlak vs Kentas
Date: Oct 07, 2023

#R1#
Knuckles missing with a left hand there. Lawrence was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Knuckles as he jumps to the side.
Knuckles was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Knuckles with the inside leg kick.
We've been told by Knuckles's head coaches at The Jungle Room that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. Knuckles sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lawrence avoids a kick to the body.
Despite the aggression on Lawrence's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knuckles avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lawrence throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Knuckles is looking to counter with a body kick.
Lawrence tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Knuckles misses with a lunging right hand
and Lawrence counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1##TD2#
Lawrence shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Knuckles manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Lawrence throws a strike but Knuckles rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lawrence manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Knuckles manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Knuckles preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Knuckles is controlling Lawrence's posture.
Knuckles keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawrence working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Lawrence postures up and lands a big shot to Knuckles's brow.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Knuckles keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Knuckles preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Knuckles preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lawrence showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Knuckles is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Lawrence tries to land a front kick but Knuckles steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Knuckles dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
Bobby Knuckles is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence misses with a wild combination.
Knuckles misses with a looping right.
Lawrence looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Knuckles is fending him off so far but Lawrence persists. Nope, Knuckles circles away and we're back to standing.
A little feinted left hand from Knuckles on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bobby Knuckles has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
Lawrence lands a jab-cross combination.
Lawrence moves away from the strike by Knuckles. #T4#
Knuckles throws out a loose jab but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence is looking for the big counter here.
Lawrence moves out of range as Knuckles throws a body kick.
Knuckles swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A shot to the liver by Lawrence. Beautiful body shot.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Knuckles backs up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head kick misses from Lawrence.
Knuckles scores with a nice right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Knuckles circles away quickly and effectively.
Knuckles misses with a leg kick
and Lawrence counters with a series of strikes. Knuckles will be more careful next time no doubt.
Lawrence chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Knuckles can pounce on him.
Lawrence misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lawrence throws a leg kick but Knuckles checks it.
Knuckles takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Knuckles misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Knuckles avoids it well.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice sprawl there from Knuckles as Lawrence shoots in.#TD2#
Lawrence looking to score a takedown here. Knuckles is defending well but Lawrence drives through and ends up in Knuckles's guard.#T1#
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lawrence throws an elbow that misses. Knuckles uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Lawrence's guard. Nice move by Knuckles!#REVR#
Lawrence looking to control.
Lawrence looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Knuckles has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lawrence is adopting a defensive guard.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Lawrence controls Knuckles momentarily but Knuckles frees himself.
Malachi Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lawrence looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lawrence keeping full guard, as Knuckles tries to pass.
Lawrence manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Knuckles manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lawrence's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Knuckles keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Lawrence throwing strikes but missing.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Knuckles is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Knuckles swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lawrence scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lawrence checks the leg kick nicely there.
Knuckles throws a right hand that misses
and Lawrence makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Knuckles looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.#T4#
Knuckles throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up with Knuckles, looking for a takedown. Lawrence pushes Knuckles against the cage but Knuckles circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bobby Knuckles has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
Lawrence shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Knuckles pinned against the cage. Knuckles gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Knuckles throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lawrence counters with a left to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Lawrence looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Knuckles keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Knuckles tries to land a front kick but Lawrence steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lawrence misses with a wild combination.
A clash of legs there as Lawrence blocks the low kick.
Knuckles throws a half hearted mid kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Knuckles moves out of range easily.
Knuckles misses with a body shot. #TD2#
Lawrence dives in and scores a takedown into Knuckles's guard.#T1#
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Knuckles blocks nicely.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Knuckles blocks nicely.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Knuckles is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence with a nice head shot there.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lawrence's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lawrence trying to control but Knuckles is working from the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Knuckles has Lawrence pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Knuckles.
Some bone on bone action there as Knuckles checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Knuckles looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Malachi Lawrence is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lawrence shoots for a double leg takedown but Knuckles sprawls well. He's pushed Lawrence's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Knuckles jabs at Lawrence's body.
Lawrence dives in for a single leg takedown but Knuckles sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Knuckles fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence just manages to avoid it.
Knuckles lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lawrence's sensitive parts. #T3#
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Knuckles moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Knuckles half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lawrence throws a body kick that misses
and Knuckles counters with a straight right hand.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Knuckles moves out of range easily.
Knuckles looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Lawrence checks a low kick from Knuckles.
Knuckles slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lawrence stalks Knuckles and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Knuckles's face. Knuckles staggers backwards, shaken.
Knuckles looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
Lawrence tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lawrence fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Knuckles avoids it really well and circles away.
Bobby Knuckles has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bobby Knuckles has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.#T4#
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Knuckles avoids them all with ease.
Knuckles throws a leg kick
and Lawrence counters with a low kick, right behind Knuckles 's knee.
Knuckles throws a sloppy head kick and Lawrence moves out of range easily.
Knuckles keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Knuckles was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Knuckles checks a leg kick.
Lawrence tries to score a power double leg takedown but Knuckles sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lawrence somewhat.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Malachi Lawrence.
Well Lawrence 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!
In his post fight interview, Malachi Lawrence started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: SMASH: Dennison vs Torsten
Date: Sep 10, 2023

#R1#
Grayson throws a quick inside leg kick.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lawrence 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.
Jason Grayson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice leg kick from Grayson, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lawrence misses with a series of wild punches.
Grayson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lawrence takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Grayson tries to work over Lawrence's front leg with a kick but Lawrence checks it.
Grayson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lawrence to score with a decent uppercut.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Grayson lands a two punch combo.
Grayson wants to land a leg kick but Lawrence is out of range.
Lawrence circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lawrence cracks Grayson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence throws a series of strikes that have Grayson backpedaling.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Grayson circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
A jab from Grayson finds it's way through Lawrence's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.#TD2#
Lawrence throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Grayson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lawrence is in Grayson's guard.
Lawrence working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Grayson's head.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Grayson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence throws a strike but Grayson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Grayson controls the pace.
Lawrence is controlling Grayson's posture.#T2#
Lawrence's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Grayson won't allow Lawrence to sweep him here.
Lawrence controlling Grayson's posture. #SU#
Grayson decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lawrence, up you get! #T3#
Lawrence looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Grayson throws a solid leg kick but Lawrence takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Grayson.
Grayson moves in looking to clinch but Lawrence pushes him off.
Grayson tries to clinch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Grayson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that Grayson avoids nicely.
As Lawrence backs away, Grayson returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A jab from Grayson finds it's way through Lawrence's defenses.
Grayson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lawrence's head.
Grayson misses with a low kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Grayson. That's going to slow Lawrence down.
Grayson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
That kick from Grayson tenderised Lawrence's leg. Lawrence is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lawrence swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Grayson shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lawrence is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Lawrence showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Grayson. #T4#
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.
Lawrence avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Grayson tries to clinch but Lawrence moves away
and Lawrence counters with a big head kick but Grayson shrugs it off.
Lawrence scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Lawrence's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Grayson throws a right and a left that Lawrence avoids nicely.
Grayson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Grayson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lawrence.
Grayson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lawrence unleashes a big counter combination but Grayson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Lawrence throws a leg kick which misses Grayson's front leg but catches the back leg as Grayson tries to avoid it.
Lawrence shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Grayson pinned against the cage. Grayson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
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 Jason Grayson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A low kick from Grayson is predictable there
and Lawrence counters with a nice body kick. #TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Grayson to the mat! Grayson manages to get full guard.
Lawrence distracts Grayson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Grayson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Lawrence keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Grayson's head.
Lawrence scoring with some ground and pound.
Lawrence loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lawrence preventing the sweep.
Lawrence makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grayson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Grayson keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Grayson blocks nicely. #T1#
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Grayson keeps moving.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Lawrence lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Grayson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A swing and a miss from Grayson.
Despite the aggression on Lawrence's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Jason Grayson is winning the standup battle so far.
Grayson doesn't manage to clinch there - Lawrence circles away.
Lawrence tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Grayson throws a right hand that Lawrence ducks under and follows up with a left that Lawrence also avoids with ease.
Lawrence throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lawrence moves out of range of the body kick from Grayson.
Lawrence avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Grayson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Grayson digs a good hook to Lawrence's body.
Jason Grayson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
A bone on bone clash there as Lawrence blocks the leg kick.
Grayson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Grayson connects with an inside leg kick.
Grayson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lawrence slips under a jab.
Grayson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Grayson misses with a two punch combination.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Lawrence tries to keep at a distance but Grayson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Grayson slows down the pace here.
Grayson working aggressively here. #T3#
Lawrence avoids the elbow strike from Grayson, against the cage.
Lawrence tries for a takedown. No joy.
Grayson just leaning against Lawrence, taking a breather.
The referee is keeping an eye on Grayson - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Grayson is pressed up against the cage. Lawrence has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Grayson down to the mat. Grayson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Lawrence circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lawrence unleashes a big counter combination but Grayson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Grayson is looking to score with low kicks.
We've been told by Grayson's head coaches at Sol UniÃ£o Elite Alliance of Fighters that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Lawrence drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Lawrence is in close to Grayson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Grayson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Grayson is keeping the position for now.
Grayson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lawrence showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lawrence is continuing to stall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Grayson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lawrence.
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 Jason Grayson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Grayson tries to clinch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence flicks out a counter leg kick but Grayson steps away.#TD2#
Lawrence dives in and scores a takedown into Grayson's guard.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Grayson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Grayson blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Grayson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
Grayson is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T1#
Grayson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Grayson misses with a low kick.
Lawrence darts in looking for a takedown but Grayson gets double underhooks and turns Lawrence into the cage.
Grayson throws a big counter combination but Lawrence scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Grayson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Grayson throws a leg kick
and Lawrence counters with a stiff right hand.
Grayson misses with a head kick.
Grayson moves in looking to clinch but Lawrence pushes him off.
Nice shot lands for Lawrence.
Grayson blocks a low kick nicely.
Grayson throws out a leg kick but Lawrence moves out of range and Grayson only half commits.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
As Lawrence backs away, Grayson returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lawrence throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Grayson counters with a series of strikes. Lawrence will be more careful next time no doubt. #T2#
Grayson throws out a leg kick but Lawrence moves out of range and Grayson only half commits.
Lawrence avoids a kick to the body.
Grayson throws a leg kick
and Lawrence counters with a three punch combo that has Grayson backing up. Grayson nods at Lawrence to acknowledge the strikes.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head kick by Grayson misses
and Lawrence connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Grayson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Grayson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A low kick from Grayson misses #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Grayson!
Lawrence misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Grayson prevents Lawrence from improving position.
Grayson is working to avoid the ground and pound but Lawrence connects with a decent elbow.
Lawrence throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Lawrence throwing strikes but Grayson manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! #T3#
Lawrence is trying to control Grayson's posture but Grayson avoids it.
Lawrence tries to buck Grayson off but Grayson is having none of it.
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom here.
Lawrence gets back to half guard.
Lawrence is pressing down on Grayson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lawrence seems keen to control Grayson's posture.
Lawrence 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#
Lawrence throwing shots but Grayson is blocking nicely.
Jason Grayson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Grayson wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
Lawrence looks to land a strike but Grayson avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Grayson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Grayson keeps moving.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lawrence might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Grayson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Lawrence is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Malachi Lawrence comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Grayson has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jason Grayson!
In his post fight interview, Jason Grayson started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Malachi Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'The Hood Hit Harder Than You'.

Event: SMASH: Erdogan vs Hall
Date: Aug 13, 2023

#R1#
Regueiro throws a head kick that misses.
Regueiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Lawrence was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lawrence looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Julio Regueiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick from Lawrence lands but Regueiro takes it in his stride.
Lawrence takes a kick to the side of the head.
Regueiro looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Regueiro misses with a head kick. #CL2#
Regueiro gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lawrence is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #BC2#
Regueiro breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Regueiro steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Lawrence.
Regueiro throws a head kick that half lands.
Regueiro takes a shot to the body 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!
Regueiro lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Regueiro moves out of range easily. #T1#
No joy there for Lawrence, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #TD#
Lawrence feints and as Regueiro raises his hands in defense, Lawrence changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Regueiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence lands a couple of digs.
Regueiro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Regueiro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lawrence postures up in Regueiro's guard and throws a big left but Regueiro blocks it.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Regueiro blocks nicely.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Regueiro holds on and takes a little breather.
Lawrence cracks Regueiro with a solid left hand.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Lawrence trying to control but Regueiro is working from the bottom.
Lawrence scoring with punches to the head and body.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence is looking to work some ground and pound but Regueiro has wrist control.
Lawrence working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Regueiro trying to control the position.
Lawrence controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Regueiro keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence stopping the sweep attempt from Regueiro.
Lawrence stays in close to Regueiro's body and controls the position.
Lawrence tries to free his leg and advance position but Regueiro is retaining full guard. #T3#
Regueiro wants to sweep but no luck.
Lawrence has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Regueiro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Regueiro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lawrence working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Regueiro's head.#SUB2#
Lawrence avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lawrence keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Regueiro's head.
Lawrence cracks Regueiro with a solid left hand.
Lawrence lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Regueiro being controlled here, momentarily.
Lawrence working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Regueiro's head.
Lawrence forces his way into half guard.#T4#
Regueiro has hold of Lawrence's hands but Lawrence slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Regueiro actively working from the bottom here.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lawrence lands a nice short elbow.
Regueiro taking some punishment here, with Lawrence in his half guard.
Regueiro taking some punishment here, with Lawrence in his half guard.
Lawrence is nestled in close to Regueiro, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Regueiro tries to roll over but Lawrence keeps him under control.
Lawrence sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Regueiro on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Regueiro has hold of Lawrence's hands but Lawrence slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Lawrence looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Regueiro is staying active underneath Lawrence, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
A nice side step and Regueiro releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL2#
Regueiro closes the distance and pushes Lawrence back into the cage.#BC2#
Regueiro breaks the clinch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lawrence or perhaps it was just good defense by Regueiro, which made it look bad.
Regueiro tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lawrence paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Regueiro throws a lazy head kick
and Lawrence counters with a one-two to the body.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Regueiro stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Regueiro wants it to stay on the feet.
Regueiro throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Lawrence counters with a three punch combo that has Regueiro backing up. Regueiro nods at Lawrence to acknowledge the strikes.
Regueiro tries to clinch
and Regueiro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Regueiro digs a good hook to Lawrence's body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Regueiro wants to clinch
and Lawrence counters with a series of strikes. Regueiro will be more careful next time no doubt.
Regueiro throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Lawrence.#T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lawrence is defended easily by Regueiro.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Regueiro's waist but Regueiro gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lawrence off to one side.
Lawrence looks to land a right hand but Regueiro moved out of range.
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.
It looked like Lawrence was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Regueiro misses with a double jab
and Lawrence counters with a one-two to the body.
Lawrence is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Regueiro can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Regueiro drives through and clinches with Lawrence against the cage.
Lawrence is looking for a takedown.
Lawrence goes for a takedown in the clinch but Regueiro prevents it.
Lawrence goes for a takedown in the clinch but Regueiro prevents it.
Regueiro misses with some punches. #T2#
Regueiro throws a punch but it's blocked by Lawrence.
Regueiro gets underhooks to prevent Lawrence's takedown attempt.
Regueiro blocking some punches. #BC2#
Regueiro breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Regueiro is looking to clinch.
No joy there for Regueiro, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Regueiro misses with a combination
and Regueiro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Regueiro misses with a head kick.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.
It looked like Lawrence was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Regueiro.#T3#
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown but Regueiro manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawrence's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Regueiro tries to clinch but Lawrence moves out of range. #CL2#
Regueiro closes the distance and clinches.
Regueiro gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lawrence.
A right hook to the body lands for Regueiro. #BC2#
Regueiro breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Regueiro throws a sloppy head kick and Lawrence moves out of range easily.
Lawrence dodges the punch combination from Regueiro.
Lawrence was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Regueiro connects with a high kick. #T4#
Lawrence pivots, looking for a leg kick but Regueiro is out of range and Lawrence settles back down.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Regueiro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Regueiro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Regueiro tries to clinch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Regueiro jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Regueiro throws a right and a left that Lawrence avoids nicely.
A punch combination from Regueiro misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence misses with a double jab.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Regueiro.
Lawrence fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Julio Regueiro will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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 head kick misses from Lawrence.
Regueiro misses with a series of wild punches.
Regueiro leaves Lawrence with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Lawrence moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromRegueiro.
Lawrence has a takedown stuffed.
Julio Regueiro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence throws a good cross that connects.
A head kick from Regueiro lands but Lawrence takes it in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Regueiro.
Regueiro just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Regueiro throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Regueiro displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lawrence.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##CL2#
Regueiro closes the distance and clinches.
Regueiro misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Regueiro's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Regueiro tries to close the distance and clinch but Lawrence swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
It looked like Lawrence wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Regueiro doesn't manage to clinch there - Lawrence circles away. #CL2#
Regueiro moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Regueiro manages to break the clinch. #TD#
Lawrence decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Regueiro is working from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Regueiro manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Regueiro working a defensive guard here. #T2#
Lawrence stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Regueiro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lawrence cracks Regueiro with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
Regueiro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lawrence engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Regueiro keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence distracts Regueiro with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Regueiro looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Lawrence scoring with punches to the head and body.
Lawrence scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Lawrence distracts Regueiro with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Regueiro has his foot on Lawrence's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lawrence works his way back into a safe position though.
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Regueiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence scoring with punches to the head and body.
Regueiro 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.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Regueiro keeps moving.
Lawrence lands a couple of digs.
Regueiro has momentary wrist control but Lawrence slips an elbow through the middle.
Lawrence engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
Lawrence lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lawrence with a nice head shot there.
Lawrence with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Regueiro 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.
Lawrence with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lawrence preventing the sweep.
Regueiro keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Regueiro trying to keep a closed guard but Lawrence is proving a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Regueiro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Regueiro has momentary wrist control but Lawrence slips an elbow through the middle.

And that's the end of the fight!
Malachi Lawrence showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lawrence 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 Hugh Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 30:27
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: WVT 130: Account v Peterson
Date: Jul 15, 2023

#R1#
Sturmovik misses with a body kick.
Lawrence throws a nice head kick! #KD#
Sturmovik lands a left and a right that send Lawrence crashing to the mat, dazed. Sturmovik thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence tries a head kick but it misses.
Lawrence 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!
Sturmovik tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sturmovik rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lawrence moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The fighters circling - Sturmovik throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lawrence is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Sturmovik throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
A lazy left from Lawrence finds it's target.
Sturmovik throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lawrence unleashes a big counter combination but Sturmovik bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sturmovik swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lawrence 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.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sturmovik throws a nice looking combination but Lawrence bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1#
Sturmovik misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence with the counter takedown but Sturmovik avoids it easily.
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD2#
Sturmovik gets caught flat footed, as Lawrence shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Sturmovik is looking to stand back up but Lawrence counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Sturmovik. #REVR#
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lawrence content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sturmovik defending well though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sturmovik's head.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Sturmovik dodges it nicely. #T2#
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sturmovik keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sturmovik is trying to stand back up but Lawrence is controlling him
Sturmovik is not content to let Lawrence control the position.
Lawrence missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sturmovik's head.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sturmovik defending well though.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sturmovik is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Lawrence lands strikes from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Sturmovik blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sturmovik throws a hook to the side of Lawrence's head but Lawrence sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lawrence throws a counter combo.
Kirov Sturmovik is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Lawrence on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lawrence lands with an uppercut that bounces Sturmovik off the cage and back into range.#TD2#
Sturmovik gets caught flat footed, as Lawrence shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lawrence landing with the ground and pound.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence distracts Sturmovik with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Sturmovik blocks nicely.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Sturmovik is keeping the position.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lawrence takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT#That has opened up Malachi Lawrence's cut even more.
Sturmovik throws a poor cross that misses
and Lawrence counters with a nice body shot.
Some wild striking there from Sturmovik.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown but Sturmovik manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawrence's face into the canvas for good measure before circling 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!
Lawrence slips under a jab.
Lawrence fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sturmovik throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lawrence gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
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 Kirov Sturmovik will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Lawrence slips a straight right by Sturmovik.
Some wild striking there from Sturmovik.
Lawrence wants to counter with a clinch but Sturmovik pushes him away.
A shot to the body from Sturmovik misses
and Lawrence counters with a three punch combo that has Sturmovik backing up. Sturmovik nods at Lawrence to acknowledge the strikes.
Lawrence shoots in but Sturmovik avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sturmovik misses with an uppercut
and Lawrence counters with a one-two to the body.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sturmovik.
Lawrence misses with a head kick.
Sturmovik just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A nice leg kick from Sturmovik, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sturmovik throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lawrence is looking for the big counter here.
Sturmovik misses with a looping left.#T1#
Sturmovik misses with a low kick.
Sturmovik lands with a cross.
Sturmovik throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Sturmovik misses with a series of wild punches.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Sturmovik misses with a wild combination.
Sturmovik misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Lawrence to counter with a crisp jab.
Sturmovik just misses with a punch to the body.
As Sturmovik backs off Lawrence throws a huge counter combo but Sturmovik manages to avoid it all.
Sturmovik takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sturmovik scores with a three punch combo!
Left hook, right uppercut from Lawrence.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.#T2##TD2#
Lawrence gets a double leg takedown into Sturmovik's guard.

Sturmovik has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Lawrence off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Kirov Sturmovik is winning the standup battle so far.
Sturmovik throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
Lawrence tries to counter by closing the distance.
Sturmovik avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lawrence avoids the head kick by Sturmovik.
Sturmovik misses with a low kick.
Jab by Sturmovik.
Lawrence takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Sturmovik napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Lawrence slows the pace down.
Lawrence scores with a couple of short elbows.#T3#
Lawrence grinds an elbow into Sturmovik's temple.
Sturmovik is trying to buck Lawrence off.#ES#
Sturmovik throws Lawrence to one side and escapes!
Sturmovik lands a head shot.#CUT#The cut above Malachi Lawrence's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Lawrence slips under a jab from Sturmovik.
Sturmovik looks to land a combination but Lawrence avoids it well.
Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sturmovik.
Lawrence tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sturmovik defends well and Lawrence ends up having to push Sturmovik into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A slow jab from Sturmovik misses its intended target.
Lawrence is looking for the big counter here.
Sturmovik leaves Lawrence with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kirov Sturmovik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.#T4#
Lawrence moves away from the strike by Sturmovik.
Sturmovik looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
Sturmovik showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lawrence. #TD2#
Lawrence shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sturmovik is trying to defend but Lawrence finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence stalling.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Sturmovik dodges it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kirov Sturmovik dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence'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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Sturmovik swinging wildly here.
Kirov Sturmovik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence swinging wildly here.
Lawrence has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sturmovik.
Sturmovik is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawrence can do to turn this around?
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Sturmovik moves out of range easily.
Sturmovik is looking for a counter combo.
Sturmovik swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lawrence throws a head kick but Sturmovik moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sturmovik tries a head kick but it misses.
Lawrence tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sturmovik throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A combination from Sturmovik does no damage.
Sturmovik throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
Kirov Sturmovik is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice uppercut there from Sturmovik.#T1#
Sturmovik takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sturmovik swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #TD2#
Lawrence scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Lawrence working over Sturmovik with some ground and pound. Sturmovik looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sturmovik defending well though.
Lawrence working over Sturmovik with some ground and pound. Sturmovik looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lawrence sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sturmovik's head. #T2#
Lawrence looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lawrence trying to control the pace.
Sturmovik avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Sturmovik is trying to stand.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Lawrence throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sturmovik throws a right hand that Lawrence ducks under and follows up with a left that Lawrence also avoids with ease.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses.
Lawrence lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sturmovik darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sturmovik fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #TD2#
Lawrence feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#T3#
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sturmovik preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lawrence scoring with punches to the head and body.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lawrence advances position into side control!
Lawrence tries to score with some ground and pound. Sturmovik controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Lawrence landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Lawrence grinds an elbow into Sturmovik's temple.
Sturmovik is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T4#
Sturmovik is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #ROC2#Sturmovik is rocked!
Lawrence scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Sturmovik is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Lawrence can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Malachi Lawrence!
Malachi Lawrence decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: WVT 117: Surianglek v Assndrop
Date: Jun 17, 2023

#R1#
Lawrence cracks a nice hook into Mein Armbach's ribs.
Mein Armbach misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
Mein Armbach scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#TD2#
Lawrence darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Mein Armbach wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy.
Lawrence lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ground and pound from Lawrence.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence is keen to just control but Mein Armbach is a slippery customer.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lawrence is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mein Armbach sees it coming and defends easily.
Lawrence is controlling the pace. #T1#
Mein Armbach works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lawrence chips away with some ground and pound.
Lawrence postures up in Mein Armbach's guard and throws a big left but Mein Armbach blocks it.
Lawrence postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Mein Armbach looking for a guillotine here but Lawrence defends easily.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lawrence content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Lawrence got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mein Armbach has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lawrence has managed to get both his arms back between Mein Armbach's legs - danger averted.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lawrence throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Lawrence feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Mein Armbach is trying to control the position but Lawrence postures up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Mein Armbach preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Mein Armbach is trying to control the position but Lawrence postures up.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lawrence cracks Mein Armbach with a solid left hand.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Mein Armbach is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mein Armbach is trying to keep Lawrence in close.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Mein Armbach keeps moving.
Lawrence works over Mein Armbach with some ground and pound from guard.
Lawrence connects with a couple of short punches.
Mein Armbach working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lawrence works over Mein Armbach with some ground and pound from guard.
Mein Armbach looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lawrence is one step ahead there.
Mein Armbach keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Mein Armbach napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mein Armbach keeps working.
Lawrence cracks Mein Armbach with an elbow. That is naaassty.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mein Armbach prevents Lawrence from improving position.
Lawrence is chipping away with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence 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#
Lawrence fails to land with a series of punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Mein Armbach misses the target.#CL#
Mein Armbach has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Mein Armbach breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mein Armbach connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lawrence scrambles back to his feet.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in and bounces Mein Armbach off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Mein Armbach blocks nicely.
Lawrence is working Mein Armbach over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mein Armbach working a defensive guard here.
Malachi Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Mein Armbach keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Lawrence avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lawrence tries to free his leg and advance position but Mein Armbach is retaining full guard.
Lawrence trying to control but Mein Armbach is working from the bottom.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Mein Armbach blocks nicely.
Lawrence stopping the sweep attempt from Mein Armbach.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Mein Armbach is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lawrence lands a head kick. Mein Armbach smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #T2#
Mein Armbach slips a jab and a cross from Lawrence.
Mein Armbach misses with a hook. Lawrence ducked under it nicely.
Lawrence changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A jab lands there for Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lawrence paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lawrence pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A slow jab from Mein Armbach misses its intended target.
Mein Armbach smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Mein Armbach uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lawrence.
Lawrence scoring well with a low kick there. #T3#
Mein Armbach throws a shot to the body.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mein Armbach throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
Lawrence takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lawrence circles away from the clinch attempt.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Mein Armbach darts in and clinches Lawrence up against the cage.
Mein Armbach tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lawrence's elbow.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mein Armbach has a couple of punches blocked by Lawrence.
Lawrence blocking some punches.
A shot in the inside from Mein Armbach. #T4#
Mein Armbach misses with some punches.
Mein Armbach working aggressively here.
Mein Armbach misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lawrence blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mein Armbach misses with some punches.
Mein Armbach tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lawrence's elbow.
Mein Armbach misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lawrence blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence blocks a body shot from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC2#
Lawrence escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Mein Armbach clinches up against the cage.
Mein Armbach swings wildly with an uppercut but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bender Mein Armbach dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Mein Armbach misses with a body shot.
Lawrence appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mein Armbach moves in looking to clinch but Lawrence pushes him off.
Lawrence unleashes a big counter combination but Mein Armbach bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Lawrence misses with a double jab.
Lawrence swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice uppercut lands for Mein Armbach. That snapped Lawrence's head back. #TD2#
Lawrence shoots in and gets a takedown into Mein Armbach's guard.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Mein Armbach keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Mein Armbach gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Lawrence trying to keep a closed guard but Mein Armbach is proving a slippery customer. #T1#
Lawrence looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawrence, not yet.
Lawrence has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Mein Armbach trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Mein Armbach postures up. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lawrence looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Mein Armbach drops back looking for a leg! Lawrence is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawrence manages to kick Mein Armbach off! Mein Armbach jumps back into Lawrence's guard.
Lawrence seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Mein Armbach trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mein Armbach swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Mein Armbach moves out of range.
Mein Armbach cracks Lawrence with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Mein Armbach connects with a body shot.#T3#
Mein Armbach misses the jab.
Lawrence wants to counter with a clinch but Mein Armbach pushes him away.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses
and Mein Armbach counters with a nice uppercut.
Mein Armbach throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bender Mein Armbach is winning the standup battle so far.
Lawrence misses with a body shot.
Mein Armbach is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Mein Armbach tests Lawrence's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mein Armbach.#TD2#
Mein Armbach gets caught napping as Lawrence dives in and scores a takedown. Mein Armbach manages to retain guard.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Mein Armbach escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lawrence gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses. #T4##SUB#
Mein Armbach escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lawrence gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mein Armbach utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lawrence is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Mein Armbach keeps moving.
Lawrence scoring with some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mein Armbach keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.

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 Bender Mein Armbach.
I think Mein Armbach 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bender Mein Armbach!
Bender Mein Armbach took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'I Hiav vays of making you taap!! You looze zen You Snooze... Muahhhaahaaa!! '.
The defeated Malachi Lawrence had this to say: 'The Hood Hit Harder Than You '.

Event: WVT 105: Assndrop v Souza
Date: May 19, 2023

#R1#
Gomes moves out of range as Lawrence throws a body kick. #CL#
Gomes has taken the fight to the clinch.
Gomes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lawrences head.
Gomes blocks a body shot from Lawrence.
Gomes struggles to land a body shot inside as Lawrence controls his hands.
Lawrence has Gomes pushed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Lawrence goes for a takedown in the clinch but Gomes prevents it.
Gomes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lawrence is trying to drag Gomes to the mat but Gomes just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Gomes gets underhooks to prevent Lawrence's takedown attempt.
Ronaldo Gomes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Gomes tries to work over Lawrence's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gomes.
Gomes prevents the takedown attempt.
Gomes prevents the takedown attempt.
Gomes throws a punch but it's blocked by Lawrence.
Lawrence blocks an uppercut.
Gomes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3#
Gomes misses with a punch on the inside.
Gomes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lawrence takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Lawrence escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Gomes tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lawrence paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL#
Gomes takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Lawrence has clasped his hands together around Gomes's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #T4#
Lawrence trying to control the position but Gomes is working away.
Lawrence prevents Gomes from escaping the position.
Lawrence wants to control but Gomes is keeping him busy.
Lawrence wants to take a breather but Gomes manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Lawrence.
Lawrence trying to control but Gomes is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gomes utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ronaldo Gomes dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Lawrence dives in and scores a takedown into Gomes's guard.
Lawrence stops Gomes from standing up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Gomes gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Gomes won't allow Lawrence to sweep him here.
Lawrence 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#
Gomes blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence prevents Gomes from standing back up.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Gomes dodges it nicely.
Lawrence is looking to pass Gomes's guard but actually Gomes recovers to full guard.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Gomes blocks nicely. #T1#
Lawrence postures up in Gomes's guard and throws a big left but Gomes blocks it.
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Gomes is looking to stand up but Lawrence isn't so interested in that idea.
Gomes keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Gomes gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lawrence holds on and takes a little breather. #SU#
Gomes decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lawrence, up you get! #T2#
Gomes scores with a jab to the jaw.
Gomes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawrence can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Gomes quickly recovers to half guard.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Gomes is working away.
Gomes tries to kick Lawrence off but Lawrence keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lawrence trying to control from Gomes's half guard. Gomes has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Gomes keeps moving.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Gomes avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lawrence must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Gomes keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence is looking to work some ground and pound but Gomes has wrist control.
Lawrence stops Gomes from standing up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
No joy there for Gomes, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lawrence drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Gomes defends it well.
Lawrence takes one on the button.#CUT#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Gomes tries to clinch but Lawrence moves away
and Lawrence counters with a left and a right that stings Gomes.
Gomes wants to clinch up but Lawrence keeps it at a distance.
Gomes scores with a nice right hand.
Lawrence avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lawrence or perhaps it was just good defense by Gomes, which made it look bad.
An attempted straight right counter from Gomes misses the target.#T4#
Lawrence misses with a wild combination.
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.
Gomes tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Lawrence counters with a series of strikes. Gomes will be more careful next time no doubt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence throws a good cross that connects. #CL#
Gomes forces Lawrence back against the cage and clinches.
Gomes gets underhooks to prevent Lawrence's takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Malachi Lawrence will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Gomes blocks a leg kick.
Gomes scores with a sloppy right hand. Lawrence should have avoided that one.
Gomes feints a jab promting Lawrence to slip. Gomes then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Lawrence slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Ronaldo Gomes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gomes tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Lawrence counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Gomes fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gomes throws a right hand that misses
and Lawrence counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Gomes is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Lawrence darts in looking for a takedown but Gomes gets double underhooks and turns Lawrence into the cage.
As Lawrence looks to move away, Gomes throws a big counter combo but Lawrence just gets out of the way.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Gomes rushes Lawrence and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lawrence tries a body shot but Gomes blocks it. #T1#
A short right from Gomes.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lawrence.
Lawrence blocking some punches.
Lawrence leaning against his opponent.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gomes.
Gomes has a couple of punches blocked by Lawrence.
Ronaldo Gomes has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T2#
Gomes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lawrence is trying to drag Gomes to the mat but Gomes just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Gomes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lawrence blocks a body shot from Gomes. #T3#
Gomes swings wildly with an uppercut but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lawrence blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gomes.
Lawrence is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ronaldo Gomes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
Gomes throws a punch but it's blocked by Lawrence. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
A hook to the body from Gomes.
Lawrence goes for a takedown in the clinch but Gomes prevents it.
Gomes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lawrence tries for a takedown. No joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gomes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ronaldo Gomes showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gomes 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ronaldo Gomes!
Ronaldo Gomes decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
Malachi Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'The Hood Hit Harder Than You '.

Event: WVT 97: Ihantala v Knox
Date: Apr 29, 2023

#R1#
Lawrence tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lawrence 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.
Lawrence walks into a stiff left hand from Abner.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.#TD2#
Lawrence drives through with a takedown into Abner's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Abner looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lawrence is one step ahead there.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Abner blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abner wants to sweep but no luck.
Lawrence trying to control but Abner is working from the bottom.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence 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. #T1#
Abner wants to sweep but no luck.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Abner keeps moving.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence is working Abner over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Abner is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lawrence slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Lawrence works over Abner with some ground and pound from guard.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Abner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Abner avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lawrence throws a lazy right hand but Abner sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Abner throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lawrence throws a nice looking combination but Abner bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A counter left hand to the body from Abner misses its target.#TD2#
Lawrence looking to score a takedown here. Abner is defending well but Lawrence drives through and ends up in Abner's guard.
Abner keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Abner looking to control. #T3#
Lawrence is working Abner over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Abner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Abner is trying to keep Lawrence in close.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Abner blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cayden Abner is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Abner avoids it well.
Abner avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
Abner swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range. #T4#
Lawrence throws a half hearted mid kick.
Abner is looking to counter punch.
Abner misses with a straight right.
Abner uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lawrence.
Abner avoids the head kick by Lawrence.
Lawrence fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Abner misses the target.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Abner ducks under and follows up with a left that Abner also avoids with ease.
Abner appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence defending well as Abner loads up on a big left hand.
Lawrence jabs at Abner's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Abner scoring well with a low kick there. #TD2#
Lawrence drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Abner is pulling down on Lawrence's head. It's preventing any offense from Lawrence, at least for the moment.
Lawrence scoring with punches to the head and body.
Lawrence throws a strike but Abner rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Abner throwing strikes but missing.
Abner being controlled here momentarily.
Malachi Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawrence, not yet.
Abner trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Lawrence controlling the position.#T1#
Abner has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Abner is looking to advance position but Lawrence has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Lawrence looking to finish Abner with some ground and pound. This is bad for Abner!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Lawrence cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Lawrence is landing with some decent strikes but Abner is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Abner is looking to improve his position but Lawrence isn't that keen on the idea.
Poor strikes thrown by Lawrence there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Lawrence has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Abner's face.
Abner blocking the ground and pound.
Abner tries to hold on but Lawrence pushes him away. #T2#
Lawrence working some short elbows here. He postures up to throw some more ground and pound but Abner slips a leg through to get back to half guard. Nice work.
Lawrence seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Abner does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Abner dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Lawrence is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Abner has managed to free his arm - good work.
Abner tries to roll over but Lawrence keeps him under control.
Lawrence throwing shots but Abner is blocking nicely.
Abner blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence. #T3#
Ground and pound from Lawrence.
Abner is looking to improve his position.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lawrence content to control rather than advance.
Abner is looking to improve his position.
Lawrence is stalling here. Abner is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Lawrence seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Abner has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #SU#
Abner has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
A telegraphed right hand from Abner misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Abner. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Lawrence tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Abner.
Abner swinging wildly here.
Lawrence throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence misses with a head kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Abner.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Abner.
Lawrence tries to bum rush Abner with a series of wild strikes but Abner uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Abner looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
That's time! Abner's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence misses with a hook to the body
and Abner connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lawrence slips a jab from Abner.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Abner misses with a hook.
Lawrence throws a head kick but Abner moves out of range.
Lawrence misses with a double jab
and Abner counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Abner misses its intended target.
Lawrence gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Abner counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Lawrence misses with a low kick as Abner jumps back.
Lawrence shoots and misses
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lawrence fails to land the takedown.
Cayden Abner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
Abner misses with a lunging right hand
and Lawrence connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cayden Abner is winning the standup battle so far.
Lawrence walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lawrence throws a lazy head kick
letting Abner counter with a right hand. #CUT#That has opened up Malachi Lawrence's cut even more.
Abner throws a lazy right hand but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing. #T2#
Abner lands a nice hook to Lawrence's body. Lawrence takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Abner waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lawrence.#TD2#
Lawrence gets a takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Abner trying to control but Lawrence postures up.
Malachi Lawrence is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Abner is working away.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Lawrence slows the pace down in half guard.
Abner tries to roll over but Lawrence keeps him under control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lawrence in particular looking to stall.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Abner avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cayden Abner has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Abner ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lawrence was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Abner is trying to improve his position.
Abner takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Lawrence working away.
Abner throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Abner is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Abner is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cayden Abner showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lawrence 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!
Malachi Lawrence 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.
Cayden Abner spoke after the fight, saying 'Well that was fun, but the result was all wrong and kinda sucked. Let's do it again!'.

Event: WVT 86: Surianglek v Marko
Date: Mar 31, 2023

#R1#
A swing and a miss from Tragedy.
Lawrence throws a fast counter high kick but Tragedy manages to duck under it in time.
Tragedy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lawrence tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence misses with a head kick.
Tragedy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lawrence punishes Tragedy's body with a nice straight punch.
Lawrence pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tragedy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Despite the aggression on Lawrence's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tragedy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blood and Iron Training in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence throws a head kick but Tragedy moves out of range. #TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Tragedy blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence. #T1#
Tragedy on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Tragedy is working away.
Tragedy tries to kick Lawrence off but Lawrence keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Lawrence misses with a head shot. Tragedy uses the momentum to regain guard.
Lawrence working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tragedy's head.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lawrence working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tragedy's head.
Lawrence postures up in Tragedy's guard and throws a big left but Tragedy blocks it. #T2##ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Tragedy manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Lawrence is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tragedy gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Tragedy keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lawrence's efforts to push away.
Tragedy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lawrence goes for a takedown attempt but Tragedy pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lawrence 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.
Tragedy pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tragedy scores with a head kick. #CUT#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Tragedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lawrence is looking for the big counter here.
Tragedy scores with a jab to the jaw.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lawrence or perhaps it was just good defense by Tragedy, which made it look bad.
Trage Tragedy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
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!
Tragedy misses with a hook to the body
and Lawrence counters with a series of strikes. Tragedy will be more careful next time no doubt.
Tragedy lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T3#
Tragedy misses with a hook
and Lawrence counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Trage Tragedy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tragedy throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Tragedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Tragedy.
Despite the aggression on Lawrence's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Tragedy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lawrence counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tragedy misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence moves out of range as Tragedy strikes.
Trage Tragedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Lawrence looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Tragedy!

Tragedy explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Tragedy moves out of range.
Tragedy misses with a looping left.
Lawrence displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Tragedy misses with a two punch combination. #T4#
Lawrence fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tragedy avoids it really well and circles away.
Tragedy throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Lawrence lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Lawrence slips a jab and a cross from Tragedy.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tragedy.
Tragedy throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
Tragedy jabs at Lawrence's body.
Tragedy looks to land a combination but Lawrence avoids it well. #TD2#
Tragedy gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Lawrence to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Tragedy wants to get back to his feet but Lawrence passes into half guard. #REVR#
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. Lawrence connects with a nice short shot to Tragedy's temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Trage Tragedy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A jab from Tragedy misses.
And Lawrence tries to counter it with a takedown but Tragedy pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tragedy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lawrence avoids the head kick by Tragedy.
Lawrence misses with the combination.
Tragedy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tragedy defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawrence.
Nice uppercut there from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Tragedy moves out of range easily.
Tragedy throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence tries to land a front kick but Tragedy steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tragedy throws a hook to the side of Lawrence's head but Lawrence sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Trage Tragedy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lawrence takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tragedy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Trage Tragedy is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Lawrence avoids the head kick by Tragedy.
Tragedy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawrence can do to turn this around?
Lawrence moves forwards but Tragedy connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tragedy throws a nice looking combination but Lawrence bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lawrence throws a head kick but Tragedy moves out of range.
Tragedy throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Lawrence misses with a hook.
Tragedy misses with a straight left.
Lawrence looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tragedy throws a poor cross that misses
and Lawrence counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lawrence lands a jab to Tragedy's midsection.
Some wild striking there from Lawrence.
Tragedy looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
It seemed like Lawrence was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tragedy thows a left - swing and a miss!
A lazy body kick from Tragedy #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a single leg into guard. Tragedy didn't expect that. #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!
Lawrence trying to control but Tragedy is working from the bottom.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses. #ES#
Tragedy uses the cage to get back to his feet. #TD2#
Lawrence gets a takedown into half guard.
Lawrence is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3#
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
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. Lawrence connects with a nice short shot to Tragedy's temple.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tragedy defending well though.
Tragedy keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Lawrence is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Lawrence is nestled in close to Tragedy, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Tragedy dodges it nicely.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tragedy defending well though.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Tragedy to regain full guard.
Lawrence trying to control but Tragedy is working from the bottom. #T4#
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tragedy avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lawrence blocks a head kick by Tragedy.
Lawrence avoids the head kick by Tragedy.
Lawrence blocks a jab.
Tragedy misses with a lunging right hand
and Lawrence counters with a left and a right that stings Tragedy.
Tragedy checks a leg kick nicely.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Malachi Lawrence will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
That's time! Tragedy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence slips a jab and a cross from Tragedy.
Lawrence fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tragedy has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Tragedy moves out of range.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses
and Tragedy counters with a stiff right hand.
Tragedy blocks the body kick.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Tragedy.
Tragedy lands a nice looking body shot.
Tragedy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Tragedy misses the jab.
Lawrence is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tragedy rather than just go for the knockout.
Tragedy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tragedy misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Tragedy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Despite the aggression on Lawrence's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lawrence pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lawrence lands a front kick.#TD2#
Lawrence gets the takedown into side control.
Lawrence tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Lawrence with the ground and pound but Tragedy regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Tragedy blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence.
Malachi Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tragedy is refusing to be controlled, as Lawrence sits in half guard.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tragedy's head.
Tragedy blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence. #T2#
Tragedy avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Lawrence lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tragedy defending well though.
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lawrence missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lawrence throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Lawrence darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Lawrence is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T3#
Lawrence lands with a punch from half guard.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Lawrence throwing shots but Tragedy is blocking nicely.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Tragedy is working away.
Tragedy avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Lawrence looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tragedy's head.
Lawrence lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tragedy's head.
Lawrence takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Tragedy blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence.
Lawrence is trying to control. Tragedy wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tragedy throws a poor cross that misses
and Lawrence counters with a one-two to the body. #TD2#
Lawrence fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Tragedy to the ground. Lawrence is now in Tragedy's guard.
Lawrence is working Tragedy over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lawrence seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Lawrence trying to control but Tragedy is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Malachi Lawrence comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lawrence 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 04, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Lawrence dives in and scores a takedown into Miller's guard.
Lawrence is in close to Miller's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lawrence cracks Miller with a solid left hand.
Lawrence cracks Miller with a solid left hand.
Lawrence connects with a couple of short punches.
Lawrence is working Miller over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lawrence is working Miller over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lawrence chips away with some ground and pound.
Miller utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lawrence chips away with some ground and pound.
Lawrence passes Miller's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miller on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence is controlling the pace.
It looks like Lawrence might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T1#
Lawrence drops an elbow to the side of Miller's head.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Miller on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Miller on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Still in half guard, Lawrence seems content to control.
Miller is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lawrence scores with a couple of nice shots.#T2#
Lawrence is nestled in close to Miller, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Lawrence is nestled in close to Miller, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Lawrence working over Miller with some ground and pound. Miller looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ground and pound from Lawrence.
Lawrence controlling the action here.
Miller on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Lawrence is controlling the pace.
Let's hope that Lawrence has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T3#
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Lawrence looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Lawrence is controlling the pace.
Ground and pound from Lawrence. #T4#
Lawrence controlling the action here.
Lawrence is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Lawrence scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Miller knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lawrence on the ground.
Lawrence working Miller over with strikes.
Lawrence scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Miller taking some punishment here, with Lawrence in his half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Miller's hands, connecting with Miller's forehead.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Lawrence controlling the action here.
Lawrence landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lawrence fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Lawrence showed some decent athleticism there.
Lawrence is taking a breather. Miller says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Lawrence lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Malachi Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lawrence is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence lands strikes from half guard.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Miller taking some punishment here, with Lawrence in his half guard. #T1#
Miller is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lawrence scores with a couple of nice shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lawrence in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Miller tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Lawrence!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Malachi Lawrence!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 28, 2023

#R1#
Makhachev sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Lawrence cracks Makhachev with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lawrence throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Makhachev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lawrence fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lawrence with the inside leg kick.
Makhachev shoots for a double leg takedown but Lawrence sprawls well. He's pushed Makhachev's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lawrence is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lawrence with a nice calf kick.
Lawrence connects with a body shot that sends Makhachev's belly button to the back.
That kick from Lawrence tenderised Makhachev's leg. Makhachev is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lawrence fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence wants to land a leg kick but Makhachev is out of range. #TD#
Makhachev is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lawrence's half guard.
Lawrence tries to get to full guard but Makhachev has control of the leg.
Lawrence regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1#
Makhachev trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makhachev is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lawrence is adopting a defensive guard.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lawrence is looking to stand up but Makhachev isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lawrence looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Makhachev takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lawrence smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lawrence ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Makhachev blocks a leg kick.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Makhachev misses with a body shot.
Lawrence scores with a hook to the body. Makhachev takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T3#
Makhachev misses with an uppercut
and Lawrence counters with a stiff right hand.
Makhachev misses with an uppercut.
Lawrence connects with a crisp jab.
Lawrence cracks Makhachev with a good jab.
Makhachev misses with a takedown attempt
and Lawrence counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Lawrence there.#ROC2#Makhachev is rocked!
Makhachev 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.
Oh Makhachev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Makhachev gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Lawrence gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Malachi Lawrence!

Event: CWC 334 - Prelims
Date: Jan 22, 2023

180 cm
35 yrs
174 lbs

195 cm
26 yrs
180 lbs

Lawrence

Johnson

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Malachi Lawrence! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Drake Johnson!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Shigeki Sano.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Johnson shoots in and bounces Lawrence off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lawrence (0) vs (2) Johnson
Lawrence has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Johnson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Johnson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lawrence is doing well to control the position and prevent Johnson from advancing to side control.
Johnson is looking to advance position but Lawrence won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence is pressing down on Johnson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1##SUB2#
Johnson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lawrence is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lawrence has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lawrence (2) vs (2) Johnson
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Johnson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Johnson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lawrence (2) vs (4) Johnson
Johnson wants to pass the guard but Lawrence is keeping the position.
Johnson postures up.
Johnson stopping the sweep attempt from Lawrence.
Lawrence is pulling down on Johnson's head. It's preventing any offense from Johnson, at least for the moment.#T2#
Lawrence is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Johnson wants to pass the guard but Lawrence is keeping the position.
Lawrence looking to hit a scissor sweep but Johnson is one step ahead there.
Lawrence has his hands on Johnson's head, controlling the position.
Lawrence controls Johnson momentarily but Johnson frees himself.
Johnson tries to free his leg and advance position but Lawrence is retaining full guard. #T3#
Lawrence looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lawrence is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Johnson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lawrence has control of Johnson's left arm, preventing Johnson from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Johnson 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.
Lawrence looking to control.
Johnson won't allow Lawrence to sweep him here.
Johnson is fighting to break Lawrence's control of his arms but Lawrence is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Johnson preventing the sweep. #T4#
Lawrence working a defensive guard here.
Lawrence is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Johnson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lawrence lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lawrence (4) vs (4) Johnson
Lawrence 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.
Johnson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lawrence is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Johnson is keeping the position.#T5#
Johnson wants to sweep here but Lawrence controlling him for the moment.
Lawrence tries to free his leg and advance position but Johnson is retaining full guard.
Lawrence controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Johnson looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Lawrence is defending well. Johnson quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Lawrence has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Johnson celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Drake Johnson!
After winning the bout, Drake Johnson thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CWCFN 10
Date: Jan 13, 2023

186 cm
22 yrs
178 lbs

180 cm
35 yrs
174 lbs

Marden

Lawrence

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bulla Marden! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Malachi Lawrence!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Paul Aken and Saam Ante.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Horrible takedown attempt by Marden or perhaps it was just good defense by Lawrence, which made it look bad.
Marden tries for a takedown but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
No luck for Marden with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bulla Marden. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Marden is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lawrence's half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Marden (2) vs (0) Lawrence
Marden tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lawrence knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Marden is working hard here to advance position.
Lawrence controlling the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Marden is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lawrence doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Marden.
Lawrence is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Lawrence regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lawrence wants to sweep here but Marden controlling him for the moment.
Lawrence working a defensive guard here.
Lawrence pulls Marden in close to prevent any damage.
Lawrence bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Marden's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marden (2) vs (2) Lawrence
Marden seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Marden controls Lawrence momentarily but Lawrence frees himself.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Marden gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marden (4) vs (2) Lawrence
Lawrence looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T2#
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Marden wants to pass the guard but Lawrence is keeping the position.
Marden passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Marden (7) vs (2) Lawrence
Lawrence gets back to half guard.
Lawrence trying to control but Marden postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence tries to roll over but Marden keeps him under control.#SUB#
Marden is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lawrence doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Marden. #T3##SUB#
Marden is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lawrence is looking to improve his position.
Marden is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.
Lawrence keeps control of the position for the meantime. #SUB#
Marden is working for a kimura but Lawrence is defending it quite comfortably.
Lawrence is trying to get back to full guard.#T4##SUB#
Marden is working for a kimura but Lawrence is defending it quite comfortably.
Lawrence wants to get back to full guard.
Lawrence moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Marden drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Marden jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lawrence looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawrence, not yet.
Lawrence is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T5#
Marden passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Marden (10) vs (2) Lawrence
Lawrence is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Marden's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Lawrence manages to get to full guard.
Marden postures up.
Lawrence wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Marden preventing the sweep.
Marden passes Lawrence's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Marden 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. #T6##SUB#
Marden is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lawrence has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lawrence tries to roll over but Marden keeps him under control.#SUB#
Marden is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lawrence is just riding it out for now. Marden eventually gives up the hold.
Lawrence keeping control of the position. #T7#
Marden trying to pass the guard but Lawrence defending well.
Lawrence trying to hold on to Marden's head to control him but Marden postures up.
Lawrence slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Marden passes Lawrence's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Lawrence gets full guard.
Marden won't allow Lawrence to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marden wants to pass the guard but Lawrence is keeping the position.#T8##SUB#
Marden has gone for a leg lock! Lawrence slips out almost immediately though and dives into Marden's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marden (10) vs (4) Lawrence#SUB2#
Lawrence thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Marden is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lawrence defends well.
Marden keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence stands and throws Marden's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Marden (10) vs (7) Lawrence
Marden can't do much from the bottom here.
Marden is trying to improve his position.#T9#
Lawrence tries to move into full mount but can't pass Marden's legs. #SUB2#
Lawrence wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Marden, who protects the arm well.
Lawrence trying to control the position but Marden is working away. #SUB2#
Lawrence is trying to get an arm triangle but Marden is defending well.
Lawrence wants to control but Marden is keeping him busy.
Marden wants to control but Lawrence postures up.
Marden tries to bench press Lawrence off him but Lawrence keeps the position. #SUB2#
Lawrence wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Marden, who protects the arm well.
Marden gets back to half guard.#T10##SUB2#
Lawrence 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.
Marden slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Marden is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lawrence is looking to advance position but Marden has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Marden (14) vs (7) Lawrence
Lawrence gets back to half guard.#T11##SUB#
Marden is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lawrence sees it coming and defends easily.
Lawrence tries to roll over but Marden keeps him under control.
Lawrence works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Marden drops back looking for a leg! Lawrence is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawrence manages to kick Marden off! Marden jumps back into Lawrence's guard.
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lawrence trying to control the position.
Marden trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T12#
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Marden drops back looking for a leg! Lawrence is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawrence manages to kick Marden off! Marden jumps back into Lawrence's guard.
Marden wants to pass the guard but Lawrence is keeping the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lawrence is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marden (14) vs (9) Lawrence
Marden not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Marden is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Marden is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marden (16) vs (9) Lawrence#T13#
Marden pushing down on Lawrence's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Marden is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lawrence gets full guard.
Marden being controlled here momentarily.
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lawrence trying to control the position here.
Lawrence's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Marden looking to pass the guard. #T14#
Lawrence looking to hit a scissor sweep but Marden is one step ahead there.
Lawrence is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marden (16) vs (11) Lawrence
Lawrence prevents Marden from improving his position.
Lawrence takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marden has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lawrence is working away from the top position though.
Marden is concentrating on defense, preventing Lawrence from advancing position.
Lawrence is thwarting Marden's attempts to control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marden takes the fight on points by 16 to 11.
Our winner, Bulla Marden, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 03, 2023

#R1#
Lawrence tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lawrence.
Pinales appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pinales tries for a takedown but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Pinales tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lawrence sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pinales somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Pinales is fending him off so far but Lawrence persists. Nope, Pinales circles away and we're back to standing.
Pinales half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lawrence cracks Pinales with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1#
Pinales avoids a punch combination nicely.
Pinales changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pinales shoots in looking for a takedown. Lawrence tries to sprawl out of it but Pinales keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lawrence manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Javier Pinales. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pinales stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Pinales wants it to stay on the feet.
Lawrence shoots in but no luck this time.
Pinales has been working on his balance at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym , so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Lawrence.#TD2#
Lawrence drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence 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. #T2##SUB#
Pinales had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lawrence defends it easily.#SUB#
Pinales looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Pinales is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Pinales had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lawrence defends it easily.#SUB#
Pinales is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Pinales escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lawrence gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Lawrence seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Lawrence works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pinales sees it coming and defends easily.
Pinales is staying active underneath Lawrence, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lawrence controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but Pinales is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lawrence to get the leverage.
Lawrence content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Pinales actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Pinales looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Lawrence looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Pinales actively working from the bottom here.
Lawrence with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lawrence is pressing down on Pinales's thigh, looking to free his foot. Pinales is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be working for a kimura but Pinales defends the submission attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but Pinales is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lawrence to get the leverage.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Pinales is working away. #SUB#
Pinales looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence 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#
Pinales fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Lawrence looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB#
Pinales working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawrence doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawrence manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Pinales looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Pinales is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lawrence forces his way into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pinales actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Pinales is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lawrence pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Lawrence tries to pass to full mount but Pinales defends it.
Lawrence sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pinales doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawrence. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Pinales looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Pinales is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lawrence pulls his head out easily. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lawrence passes the guard and advances to mount!
Lawrence trying to control but Pinales is having none of it. #SUB2#
Lawrence is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Pinales to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Pinales shrugs it off.
Lawrence looking to control but Pinales is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Lawrence sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lawrence trying to control but Pinales is having none of it. #T3#
Pinales manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Pinales actively working from the bottom here.
Lawrence trying to mount his opponent but Pinales defends it.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Pinales is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lawrence pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be working for a kimura but Pinales defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be working for a kimura but Pinales defends the submission attempt.
Lawrence wants to control but Pinales is keeping him busy.
Lawrence controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Lawrence is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pinales is just riding it out for now. Lawrence eventually gives up the hold. #T4##SUB#
Pinales looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Lawrence is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Pinales has managed to free his arm - good work.
Pinales is looking to improve his position.
Lawrence stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Lawrence 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence 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! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Pinales.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lawrence! But no joy.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Pinales counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Pinales looking to pass the guard.
Lawrence pulls Pinales in to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pinales stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lawrence swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lawrence controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinales pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawrence is keeping the position for now.
Lawrence controlling Pinales's posture. #SUB#
Pinales is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lawrence is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lawrence has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T1##SUB#
Pinales had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lawrence defends it easily.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Pinales is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Pinales has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pinales manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Lawrence gets full guard.
Lawrence looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawrence, not yet. #SUB#
Pinales drops back looking for a leg! Lawrence is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawrence manages to kick Pinales off! Pinales jumps back into Lawrence's guard.
Pinales has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Pinales stopping the sweep attempt from Lawrence.#T2#
Pinales pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawrence is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Pinales 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.
Lawrence managing to control the position.
Malachi Lawrence is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lawrence wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pinales preventing the sweep. #T3##SUB#
Pinales drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Pinales jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Pinales drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Lawrence manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Pinales has Lawrence in his guard.#REVB#
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Pinales is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lawrence avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Malachi Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lawrence controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Pinales keeps moving. #SUB#
Pinales working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawrence doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawrence manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Pinales is looking for a triangle but Lawrence pushes his legs off easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Lawrence controlling from the top position.
Lawrence is continuing to stall.
Javier Pinales has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Pinales is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Lawrence avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Pinales looking for a guillotine here but Lawrence defends easily.
Lawrence sitting in guard here, content to control.

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 Javier Pinales.
Well Lawrence 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!

Event: æ–°å¹´ãŠã‚ã§ã¨ã† 22-23
Date: Jan 01, 2023

185 cm
31 yrs
197 lbs

180 cm
34 yrs
174 lbs

Fuhren

Lawrence

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Psiris Fuhren! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Malachi Lawrence!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Yasuomi Hirokawa and Yukihiro Yamamoto.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Lawrence closes the distance and pushes Fuhren back into the ropes.
Fuhren is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Lawrence pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Fuhren changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Lawrence fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fuhren is working for takedown but Lawrence is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Psiris Fuhren. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fuhren prevents the takedown attempt.
Lawrence can't get the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fuhren wants to take the fight to the mat but Lawrence manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Fuhren is looking for a takedown.
Fuhren looking for a takedown.
Lawrence is looking to take this one to the mat.
Lawrence gets underhooks to prevent Fuhren's takedown attempt. #T1#
Lawrence stops a takedown attempt from Fuhren.
Fuhren is trying to drag Lawrence to the mat but Lawrence just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
Lawrence is looking for a takedown.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lawrence 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.
Lawrence gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Fuhren.
Fuhren tries to score a body lock takedown but Lawrence shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Lawrence is trying to drag Fuhren to the mat but Fuhren just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
Fuhren wants to take the fight to the mat but Lawrence manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Fuhren looking for a takedown. #T2#
Fuhren wants to take the fight to the mat but Lawrence manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD2#
Lawrence has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Fuhren regains guard immediately.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fuhren (0) vs (2) Lawrence
Fuhren wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Fuhren keeps moving.
Lawrence engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Lawrence trying to control but Fuhren is working from the bottom. #T3#
Lawrence is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Fuhren gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fuhren (2) vs (2) Lawrence
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Fuhren wants to pass the guard but Lawrence is keeping the position.
Lawrence pulls Fuhren in close to prevent any damage.
Fuhren trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Lawrence trying to control the position.
Fuhren stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lawrence swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fuhren controls from within his opponent's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lawrence is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fuhren (2) vs (4) Lawrence
Fuhren keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully. #T5#
Lawrence showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Fuhren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fuhren keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass. #T6#
Lawrence trying to control but Fuhren is working from the bottom.
Fuhren is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Lawrence has gone for a leg lock! Fuhren slips out almost immediately though and dives into Lawrence's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fuhren (4) vs (4) Lawrence
Fuhren content to stall in guard here.
Lawrence working a defensive guard here.
Fuhren showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T7#
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fuhren controls from within his opponent's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lawrence is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fuhren (4) vs (6) Lawrence
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fuhren is keeping the position for now.
Fuhren has Lawrence pulled in close to control his posture. #T8#
Lawrence is stalling in the full guard.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fuhren is keeping the position for now.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Fuhren keeps moving.
Lawrence tries to free his leg and advance position but Fuhren is retaining full guard.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Fuhren gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fuhren (6) vs (6) Lawrence#T9#
Lawrence is trying to keep Fuhren in close.
Fuhren controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Fuhren wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving.
Fuhren controlling from the top position.
Lawrence trying to control the position.
Fuhren stands and throws Lawrence's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Fuhren (9) vs (6) Lawrence
Lawrence tries to bench press Fuhren off him but Fuhren keeps the position. #T10#
Lawrence struggling a bit here.
Lawrence seems a little lost for a moment, as Fuhren dominates the positioning.
Lawrence wants to control but Fuhren postures up.
Fuhren trying to control the position but Lawrence is working away.
Lawrence tries to buck Fuhren off but Fuhren is having none of it.
Lawrence wants to control but Fuhren postures up.
Fuhren content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Fuhren has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Fuhren.
Fuhren's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T11#
Lawrence keeping his opponent close.
Lawrence tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Fuhren wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lawrence keeps trying to improve his position.
Fuhren takes a little break here. Lawrence wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T12#
Fuhren trying to control the action but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Fuhren is really struggling to control Lawrence but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Lawrence struggling a bit here.
Lawrence manages to get back to half guard.
Lawrence trying to control here. #T13#
Lawrence tries to roll over but Fuhren keeps him under control.
Fuhren wants to control but Lawrence is keeping him busy.
Lawrence has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Fuhren is working away from the top position though.
Fuhren controlling the action here.
Fuhren passes into side control, despite Lawrence's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Fuhren (12) vs (6) Lawrence
Fuhren in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Lawrence manages to work his way to half guard, despite Fuhren's best efforts.#T14#
Fuhren is looking to take a break and control but Lawrence is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Fuhren trying to control the pace.
Fuhren trying to control the action but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Lawrence trying to control from the bottom.
Lawrence is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Fuhren's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Fuhren's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Fuhren (12) vs (10) Lawrence#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for the choke from the back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lawrence trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Fuhren doesn't escape.
Fuhren turns into Lawrence and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fuhren (14) vs (10) Lawrence

And that's the end of the fight!
Fuhren takes the fight on points by 14 to 10.
Psiris Fuhren seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: WVT 48: Picklesbly v S.Sitsong
Date: Nov 24, 2022

#R1#
Boone stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Boone wants it to stay on the feet.
Boone thows a left - swing and a miss! #KD2#
Lawrence drops Boone with a left and a right! Oh, Boone is hurt - Lawrence dives into side control looking to finish! #ROC2#Boone is rocked!
Lawrence misses with the ground and pound.
Oh Boone is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lawrence wants to control but Boone is keeping him busy.
Boone is trying to improve his position.
Boone seems to have got his legs back now.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boone wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Boone sneaks back into half guard.
Lawrence looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Boone dodges it nicely.
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Boone wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
Lawrence looks to land a strike but Boone avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Lawrence keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Boone's head.
Lawrence with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Boone holds on and takes a little breather.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lawrence's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lawrence engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boone working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence. #T2#
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Boone's head.
Lawrence trying to control but Boone is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Boone's head.
Lawrence lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Boone 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.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence is in close to Boone's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Boone avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3#
Lawrence landing some decent shots from guard.
Boone not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lawrence is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boone working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lawrence is looking to work some ground and pound but Boone has wrist control.
Boone looking for a sweep. Not yet Boone, not yet.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Boone is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Boone is keeping the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lawrence won't allow Boone to sweep him here.
Lawrence slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boone scores with the left hand. Lawrence knows he should have avoided that one.
Sloppy strikes from Boone. Those never looked like landing.
Lawrence with a poor takedown
and Boone connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boone slips a jab from Lawrence.
Boone misses with a straight right.
A clash of legs there as Boone blocks the low kick.
Boone misses the jab.
Lawrence gets cracked there but stands up to it. #TD2#
Lawrence throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Boone tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lawrence is in Boone's guard.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Boone blocks nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Boone circles away quickly and effectively.#TD2#
Lawrence drives through with a takedown into Boone's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lawrence loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Boone can't keep his opponent in guard - Lawrence advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Lawrence winds up and cracks Boone with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Lawrence is keen to just control but Boone is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence stops Boone from getting back to his feet.
Boone is looking to control Lawrence's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boone avoid being mounted?
Boone keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1#
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Nice strikes from Lawrence there.
Lawrence misses with a head shot. Boone uses the momentum to regain guard.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence is looking to work some ground and pound but Boone has wrist control.
Lawrence trying to control but Boone is working from the bottom.
Boone looking to control.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence content to stall in guard here.
Boone is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
Boone attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lawrence wants to counter the offense by Boone and move into the clinch position.
A jab from Lawrence finds it's way through Boone's defenses.
Boone uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lawrence has time to react.#TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Boone's guard.
Boone working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.
Boone is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Boone is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence lands a couple of digs.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence working some strikes from top position.#T3#
Boone trying to control the position.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lawrence throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Boone works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Boone blocks nicely.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Boone is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Lawrence escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boone gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Boone controls the pace.#T4#
Lawrence looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawrence, not yet. #SUB2#
Lawrence has his foot on Boone's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boone works his way back into a safe position though.
Boone looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Malachi Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Boone avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boone tries to stand but Lawrence is controlling from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence is trying to control the position but Boone postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence moves out of range as Boone strikes.
Boone looks to land a right hand but Lawrence moved out of range.
Boone throws out a loose jab but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boone misses with a hook. Lawrence ducked under it nicely.
Jackson Boone seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Boone.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boone manages to avoid it.
Lawrence lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Boone looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
A little jabbing left from Lawrence on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice sprawl there from Boone as Lawrence shoots in.
Boone is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boone.
Boone throws the left hand but Lawrence avoids the punch easily.
A punch combination from Boone misses.
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence fails with the takedown
letting Boone counter with a right hand.
Jackson Boone has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
Lawrence with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T1#
Boone doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jackson Boone is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence shoots for a double leg takedown but Boone sprawls well. He's pushed Lawrence's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Boone throws a body kick that misses.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Boone sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lawrence is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boone.
No luck for Lawrence with that takedown attempt.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lawrence with a poor takedown
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A jab from Boone misses.
Boone dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Boone misses with a looping right.
A jab from Boone does it's job there.
Boone throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lawrence takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Boone rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lawrence cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lawrence dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Boone.#T2#
Boone throws a leg kick which misses Lawrence's front leg but catches the back leg as Lawrence tries to avoid it.
Boone lands a jab to the head.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Boone is just out of range.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little feinted left hand from Boone on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A slow jab from Boone misses its intended target.
Lawrence fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Boone avoids it really well and circles away.
Boone throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Boone stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Boone wants it to stay on the feet.
Jackson Boone is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Boone's guard.
Boone looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lawrence is one step ahead there.
Boone is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lawrence is controlling him. #T3#
Boone bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lawrence's guard. #REVR#
Boone wanted to stand there but Lawrence had control of the position.
Boone is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boone has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Lawrence is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boone defends well.#T4#
Lawrence controls Boone momentarily but Boone frees himself.
Boone has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for a guillotine here but Boone defends easily.
Boone seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Jackson Boone has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lawrence looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boone is one step ahead there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jackson Boone showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lawrence 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!
The defeated Jackson Boone had this to say: 'donï¿½t let them put out the fayah thatï¿½s burnin inside yah'.

Event: WVT 40: Smith v Knox
Date: Oct 21, 2022

#R1##TD#
Justis gets caught flat footed, as Lawrence shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Lawrence stays in close to Justis's body and controls the position.
Lawrence won't allow Justis to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lawrence stops Justis from standing up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lawrence throws an elbow that misses. Justis uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Lawrence's guard. Nice move by Justis!#REVB##SUB#
Lawrence escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Justis gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Justis wants to stand but Lawrence has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Lawrence looking to control.
Lawrence 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.#T1##SU2#
Justis gets to his feet. Lawrence looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Justis displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lawrence.
Justis throws a counter combo.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lawrence fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Justis avoids it really well and circles away.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Justis sprawls well. Justis wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet.
Justis let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T2#
Justis is looking to stand up but Lawrence isn't so interested in that idea.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lawrence keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Justis's head.
Lawrence prevents Justis from getting back to his feet.
Justis is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#ES2#
Justis has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Lawrence has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Justis breaks the clinch.
Lawrence tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Justis defends well and Lawrence ends up having to push Justis into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Justis has hold of one of Lawrence's legs. Lawrence is fighting the takedown attempt but Justis gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#T3#
Lawrence manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Justis manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Justis wants to get back to his feet but Lawrence is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Justis utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
Lawrence 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.
Justis wants to stand and escape but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence postures up in Justis's guard and throws a big left but Justis blocks it.
Lawrence is in close to Justis's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lawrence postures up in Justis's guard and throws a big left but Justis blocks it.
Justis keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence throws a strike but Justis rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Lawrence escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Justis gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lawrence has a closed guard, preventing Justis from standing up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Justis defends well.
Justis tries to stand but Lawrence is controlling from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Logan Justis will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Justis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Justis has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lawrence finds it's way round the side to connect with Justis's head.
Lawrence dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Justis. That did some damage!
Justis avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses
and Justis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Justis has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lawrence finds it's way round the side to connect with Justis's head.
Lawrence dives in and grabs Justis's left leg, looking for a takedown. Justis pushes down on Lawrence's head and hops out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence throws a predictable looking body shot
and Justis counters with a one-two to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence with a jab.
Justis throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Lawrence has a takedown stuffed.
Lawrence tries a head kick but it misses.
Lawrence cracks Justis with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lawrence takes a swing at Justis's ribcage but misses.
Justis follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Justis circles away quickly and effectively.
Justis appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Justis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Lawrence misses the target.
Justis stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Justis wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Justis now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Justis looks to throw the jab but Lawrence is out of range. #T2#
Lawrence fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A little jabbing left from Justis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lawrence swings widly with a right hand
and Justis counters with a nice body kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lawrence looks for a takedown but Justis sprawls well.
Justis throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Logan Justis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A left lands for Lawrence.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence shoots in for a double leg but Justis sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Justis lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Lawrence throws the left hand but Justis avoids the punch easily.
Lawrence waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Justis.
A little jabbing left from Justis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lawrence gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Lawrence shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Justis counters with a nice uppercut.
Lawrence changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Justis tries to avoid it but Lawrence manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Justis to the ground. Justis escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Justis lands a jab to the head.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Justis. #CL2#
Justis moves into range and clinches up with Lawrence.
Lawrence drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Justis gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Justis will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lawrence up against the cage.#T4#
Justis will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lawrence up against the cage.#BC2#
Justis's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lawrence dives in and grabs Justis's left leg, looking for a takedown. Justis pushes down on Lawrence's head and hops out.
Justis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Justis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Logan Justis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence misses with a body punch
and Justis counters with a straight right hand.
Justis throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence misses with a takedown
and Justis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lawrence throws a big shot that misses.
As Lawrence backs off Justis throws a huge counter combo but Lawrence manages to avoid it all.
Justis keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Justis counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#Malachi Lawrence's cut is getting worse.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nice cross by Lawrence.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing. #T1#
Lawrence misses with a hook. Justis ducked under it nicely.
Justis let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lawrence fails with the takedown
and Justis counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lawrence thinking.
Logan Justis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Justis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Lawrence fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Justis connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lawrence momentarily.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses
and Justis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Justis.
Justis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Justis to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#Malachi Lawrence's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Justis throws out a loose jab but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Justis displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Justis has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Lawrence misses with a lunging right hand
letting Justis counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Justis fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lawrence, 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!
Justis prevents a takedown attempt there. #BC2#
Justis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Justis doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Justis stuffs the takedown.
Justis slips a jab from Lawrence.
A big left from Justis misses.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Justis sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Justis releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Justis uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lawrence has time to react.
Lawrence fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Justis avoids it really well and circles away.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown. Justis tries to sprawl out of it but Lawrence keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Justis manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4#
Justis moves in looking to clinch but Lawrence pushes him off.
Lawrence lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A jab from Justis misses.
Lawrence is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lawrence swings widly with a right hand
and Justis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Justis appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lawrence with a lazy takedown attempt
and Justis counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Justis scores with the left hand. Lawrence knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT2#Jeez, Malachi Lawrence's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Justis slips a straight right by Lawrence.
Justis takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#ROC2#Lawrence is rocked!
Lawrence shoots in but Justis avoids the takedown attempt easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Logan Justis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Justis 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 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Logan Justis!
Logan Justis took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, FEEBLE FIGHTWEAR for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: WVT 34: McDonald v Tchusuk
Date: Sep 23, 2022

#R1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Zaire.
Zaire lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Zaire finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Zaire as he avoids it easily.
Lawrence 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.
Nice cross by Lawrence.
Zaire throws the left hand but Lawrence avoids the punch easily.
Zaire has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cope's in the buildup to the fight.
Lawrence walks into a jab.
Lawrence dives in for a single leg takedown but Zaire sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A little feinted left hand from Zaire on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lawrence stuns Zaire with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Zaire digs a good hook to Lawrence's body.
Lawrence loads up on a big right hand but Zaire slips the punch.
Lawrence takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Zaire does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Zaire avoids it well.
Zaire takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Zaire fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lawrence looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
No luck for Lawrence with that takedown attempt.
Abdullah Zaire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a left and a right that both miss
and Zaire counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zaire lands with a right hand. #T1#
Zaire lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Abdullah Zaire is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence lands a body shot.
Lawrence fails to land the takedown.
Zaire takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Zaire moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lawrence has a takedown stuffed.
Lawrence throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Zaire counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Lawrence walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lawrence takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nice body punch from Zaire.
Abdullah Zaire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence looks to land a left hand but Zaire moved out of range nicely.
Zaire scores with a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Zaire dips to his left and cracks Lawrence with an uppercut!
Zaire throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lawrence has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Zaire.
Lawrence tries to score a power double leg takedown but Zaire sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lawrence somewhat.#T2#
Zaire uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lawrence has time to react.#TD2#
Lawrence gets the takedown into side control.

Zaire sneaks out the side door and pushes Lawrence away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lawrence is defended easily by Zaire.
Zaire throws a quick inside leg kick.
That kick from Zaire tenderised Lawrence's leg. Lawrence is trying to keep his angry face on.
Zaire slips a jab and a cross from Lawrence.
Zaire moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.#TD2#
Lawrence scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
An elbow from Lawrence crashes against the mat. #T3#
Zaire wants to get back to his feet.
Lawrence misses with the ground and pound.
Lawrence misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Lawrence landing a few strikes.
Lawrence misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
An elbow from Lawrence crashes against the mat.
Lawrence fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Lawrence connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Zaire some visible discomfort.
Zaire defending against the ground and pound.
Lawrence working the ground and pound but Zaire is defending the strikes. #T4#
Lawrence tries to advance to mount but Zaire denies him.
Zaire is trying to buck Lawrence off.
An elbow from Lawrence crashes against the mat.
Lawrence looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Zaire is avoiding damage well.
Sloppy strikes there by Lawrence.
Zaire is pushing Lawrence's head away, looking to escape. Lawrence manages to hold on to the position though.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A lull in the action here.
Lawrence misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abdullah Zaire dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Lawrence throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Zaire's waist but Zaire gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lawrence off to one side.
Lawrence lands with a nice body punch.
Lawrence ducks right into an uppercut from Zaire.
Lawrence takes a swing at Zaire's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt - Zaire sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Zaire is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Zaire works the jab nicely.
A slapping leg kick lands for Zaire.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Lawrence connects with a looping right hand.
Zaire connects with a jab.
Zaire with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Zaire is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence misses the body punch
and Zaire counters with an inside leg kick.
Lawrence looks to land a right hand but Zaire moved out of range.
Zaire scores with a hook to the body. Lawrence takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Zaire chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T1#
Zaire misses with a jab to the body #CL2#
and Lawrence moves into the clinch.
Zaire misses with a punch on the inside.
Zaire lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Zaire misses with a hook to the ribs.
Zaire swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Lawrence pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Abdullah Zaire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lawrence.
Zaire scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lawrence in his tracks.
Abdullah Zaire is winning the standup battle so far.
Zaire scores with a hook.
Zaire listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lawrence slips a jab from Zaire.
Some bone on bone action there as Lawrence checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A nice leg kick lands there from Zaire.
Zaire displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lawrence. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown but Zaire manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawrence's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lawrence cracks Zaire with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Zaire does a little dance to reset his feet.
Zaire is looking to counter punch.
Zaire throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt - Zaire sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lawrence is breathing heavily.
Good leg kick by Zaire.
Zaire lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lawrence avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Both fighters circling a little - Zaire finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Zaire connects with an inside leg kick.
Lawrence looks to throw the jab but Zaire is out of range.
Jab by Zaire.
Zaire is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawrence can do to turn this around?
Zaire connects with a body shot that sends Lawrence's belly button to the back.#T3#
Zaire throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Zaire lands a jab to Lawrence's midsection.
Zaire misses the shot to the body.
Zaire moves into range and connects with a jab.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nice uppercut lands for Zaire. That snapped Lawrence's head back.
Lawrence looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Zaire swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence staying out of range there.
Lawrence swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Zaire lands with a nice body kick.
Good work by Lawrence as he checks the leg kick.
Lawrence shoots for a double leg takedown but Zaire sprawls well. He's pushed Lawrence's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lawrence tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lawrence slips under a jab from Zaire.
A countering left hand to the body from Lawrence misses.
Zaire connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lawrence momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zaire swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lawrence counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Good shot there by Zaire.
Zaire slaps away a takedown attempt from Lawrence, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Lawrence's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
An inside leg kick lands from Zaire.
Lawrence bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lawrence shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Zaire counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Zaire throws the left hand but Lawrence avoids the punch easily.
Zaire throws a lazy right hand but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Lawrence was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Zaire takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lawrence is defended easily by Zaire.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt
and Zaire counters with a right hand to the body.
Lawrence 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.

Abdullah Zaire dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zaire.
Lawrence moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Zaire connects with a looping right hand.
Decent striking displayed by Zaire there.
Lawrence thuds his right hand into Zaire's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Zaire fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lawrence.
Lawrence takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Zaire misses with a lunging right hand
and Lawrence counters with a left and a right that stings Zaire.
Zaire with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lawrence misses with the combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence shoots for a takedown but Zaire saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Lawrence tries to score a power double leg takedown but Zaire sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lawrence somewhat.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Zaire thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Lawrence if he has to take too many more of those.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Zaire defends it nicely.
Abdullah Zaire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
Zaire throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Zaire sizes up Lawrence with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Zaire circles away easily
and Zaire counters with a nice uppercut.
Zaire scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Zaire digs a good hook to Lawrence's body.
Zaire wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Zaire throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lawrence on the side of the head. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zaire lands with a good body shot.
Zaire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zaire cracks Lawrence with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown. Zaire tries to sprawl out of it but Lawrence keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Zaire manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A nice inside leg kick there by Zaire. That's going to slow Lawrence down.
Lawrence uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zaire.
Zaire throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Zaire dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Zaire throws a quick inside leg kick.
Zaire fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Zaire scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
A head kick from Zaire lands but Lawrence takes it in his stride.
Zaire lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lawrence gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Zaire.
Lawrence doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Zaire there.
Lawrence cracks Zaire with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lawrence takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lawrence jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Zaire shows good takedown defense.
Zaire lands a body shot.
Lawrence swings for the body but Zaire moves out of range.
Zaire scores with a jab. Lawrence acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lawrence takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lawrence darts in looking for a takedown but Zaire gets double underhooks and turns Lawrence into the cage. #T4#
Zaire throws a nice looking combination but Lawrence bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Zaire getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Zaire connects with a body shot.
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nice uppercut lands for Zaire. That snapped Lawrence's head back.
Zaire goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Zaire throws a leg kick which misses Lawrence's front leg but catches the back leg as Lawrence tries to avoid it.
A left lands for Zaire.
Zaire buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lawrence looks for a takedown but Zaire sprawls well.
Lawrence has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Zaire fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Zaire listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Abdullah Zaire is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lawrence checks a leg kick nicely.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abdullah Zaire!
A very excited looking Abdullah Zaire 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: Venom FC 1: Beginnings
Date: Jul 29, 2022

#R1#
Hanson with a poor takedown #TD2#
so Lawrence counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB#
Hanson has his foot on Lawrence's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lawrence works his way back into a safe position though.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Hanson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hanson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hanson 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.
Lawrence makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lawrence is working Hanson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lawrence controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Lawrence got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hanson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lawrence has managed to get both his arms back between Hanson's legs - danger averted.
Lawrence is in close to Hanson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence stands and throws Hanson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Lawrence is putting a hurting on Hanson here, landing some big shots from side control. #ROC2#Hanson is rocked!
Hanson is looking to regain half guard here but Lawrence keeps moving and retains side control.
Oh Hanson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lawrence cracks Hanson with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Lawrence immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Hanson is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Lawrence!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Malachi Lawrence!

Event: C103: Skystalker vs. Grandis
Date: Jun 11, 2022

#R1#
Steve drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Steve walks into a stiff left hand from Lawrence.
Steve ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
We've been informed that Steve 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.
Steve takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nice body punch from Lawrence.
Steve throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
Lawrence appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Lawrence lands the left hand.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence swings widly with a right hand
and Steve counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence scores with a nice strike.
Steve throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Steve moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
Lawrence avoids the body shot from Steve.
Steve missing with a left hand there. Lawrence was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Lawrence connects with a right hand. Steve shakes it off.
Lawrence throws a big shot that misses.
Lawrence misses with a looping left.
Steve let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Jay Steve is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence avoids the body shot from Steve.
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses
and Steve counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lawrence looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lawrence missing with a left hand there. Steve was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lawrence throws a hook but Steve blocks it.
Lawrence throws a lazy right hand but Steve sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Steve throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lawrence.
Lawrence connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Steve avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Steve uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lawrence.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steve! But no joy.
Nice uppercut there from Steve.#CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence throws a combination that misses
and Steve counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence misses with an uppercut
and Steve counters with a nice uppercut.
Steve throws a lazy right hand but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Steve blocks a jab.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that Steve avoids nicely.
Steve avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Steve rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lawrence moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lawrence takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Steve buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lawrence throws a looping overhand right but Steve ducks down to avoid it.
Steve misses with a hook.
Lawrence appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Steve misses with an uppercut. Lawrence saw that one coming.
Steve avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a hook
and Steve connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Lawrence misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Steve loads up on a big right hand but Lawrence slips the punch.
Steve bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Steve throws a right hand that Lawrence ducks under and follows up with a left that Lawrence also avoids with ease.#TD#
Lawrence closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lawrence lands in his opponent's guard.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lawrence connects with a couple of short punches.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Steve keeps moving.
Lawrence stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steve swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Steve working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Steve is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Steve avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lawrence chips away with some ground and pound.
Steve wants to stand up but Lawrence is controlling him.
Lawrence is looking to work some ground and pound but Steve has wrist control.
Lawrence won't allow Steve to get back to his feet.
Lawrence content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Lawrence keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Steve's head.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Steve is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Lawrence loads up on a big right hand but Steve slips the punch.
A shot to the body from Steve misses
and Lawrence counters with a nice uppercut.
Steve misses with a double jab.
Steve scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Steve misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lawrence misses with a looping left.
Lawrence looks to throw the jab but Steve is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence digs a good hook to Steve's body.
Steve looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Steve cracks Lawrence with a right hand to the side of the head.
Steve misses with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A jab from Lawrence does it's job there.#T1#
A big left from Lawrence misses.
Steve takes one to the chin there.
Lawrence lands a jab to the nose.
Lawrence digs a good hook to Steve's body.
Decent striking displayed by Steve there.
Lawrence scores with a nice head shot.
Lawrence swinging wildly here.
Steve defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawrence.
Steve looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Steve throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence misses with a takedown
and Steve counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Lawrence misses with an uppercut
and Steve counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steve avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Lawrence takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Steve scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Steve throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A head kick misses from Steve.
Lawrence shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Steve pinned against the cage. Steve gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A nice side step and Steve releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Steve ducks under and follows up with a left that Steve also avoids with ease.
Lawrence swings widly with a right hand
and Steve counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steve throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T3#
Steve fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lawrence on the side of the head.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt
and Steve counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Steve lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lawrence circles away quickly and effectively.
Steve takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Steve dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
Steve throws a big shot that misses.
Lawrence half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Steve ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Steve lands with a hook. Lawrence tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lawrence thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lawrence moves out of range of the strikes.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Steve on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
Steve throws out a powerful jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence misses with a right hand
and Steve counters with a nice body shot.
Lawrence cracks Steve with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lawrence cracks Steve with a good jab.
Steve throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
Jay Steve seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice straight punches there by Lawrence. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a combination that misses
and Steve counters with a left to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Steve. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Steve misses with the combination.
Lawrence jabs Steve right on the nose. Steve blinks but takes it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jay Steve will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Steve lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Steve connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lawrence's hands.
Lawrence moves out of range as Steve throws a body kick.
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up with Steve, looking for a takedown. Lawrence pushes Steve against the cage but Steve circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Steve swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lawrence misses with a hook.
A little jabbing left from Steve on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lawrence lands with a good body shot.
Steve uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lawrence looks to land a right hand but Steve moved out of range.
Steve fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
Lawrence connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lawrence fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Steve doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1#
Lawrence misses the body punch
and Steve counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#Malachi Lawrence's cut is getting worse.
A slow jab from Lawrence misses its intended target.
Lawrence shoots and misses
and Steve connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lawrence swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lawrence throws a lazy uppercut
and Steve counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Steve lands a nice looking body shot.
Steve misses with a right hand #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Steve is trying to stand back up but Lawrence is controlling him
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Steve defending well though. #T2#
Lawrence throws a strike but Steve avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steve preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steve is keeping the position for now.
Steve is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Lawrence throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Steve works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Steve has momentary wrist control but Lawrence slips an elbow through the middle.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lawrence is working Steve over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Steve manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Steve has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#BC2#
Steve pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
Steve takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lawrence misses with a two punch combination.
A low kick lands for Steve.
Steve scores with a punch to the head.
Steve keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lawrence takes a swing at Steve's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. Steve sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Steve loads up on a big right hand but Lawrence slips the punch.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut.
Lawrence uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Steve.
Lawrence scores with a nice strike.#T4#
Steve throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Steve is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lawrence misses with a left hand
and Steve cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence misses with a combination
and Steve counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Steve avoids them all with ease.
Steve is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lawrence with a body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Steve darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lawrence takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Steve uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lawrence.
Steve ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Steve circles away easily
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jay Steve comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Steve 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 Seu Braga scores the fight 28:29
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jay Steve!
Jay Steve decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

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

#R1#
Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lawrence at a distance.
Lawrence lands a nice shot that snaps Jones's head back.
Jones scores with a body shot.
Jones misses with a straight right.
Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lawrence.#CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
A swing and a miss from Jones.
Nice defenses there by Jones.
Jones slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lawrence throws a looping overhand right but Jones ducks down to avoid it. #KD2#
Jones drops Lawrence with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Lawrence looks back up at him and smiles so Jones waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the head.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
A cross from Lawrence lands.
Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jones misses with a looping right.
Jones missing with a left hand there. Lawrence was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lawrence has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Forged In Fire in the buildup to the fight.
Jones takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Jab, jab by Jones - just one landing. #CUT2#Malachi Lawrence's cut is getting worse.
Lawrence lands a head shot.
A shot to the liver by Jones. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lawrence at a distance.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body. #KD2#
Jones drops Lawrence with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Lawrence looks back up at him and smiles so Jones waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#Lawrence is rocked!
Lawrence on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Oh Lawrence is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lawrence is aggressively charging in as Jones backs up avoiding any damage. Jones tosses out a jab and Lawrence runs right into it face first! Lawrence is out cold! Jones dropped down on all fours and is barking in Lawrence's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Barry Jones!
An out of breath Barry Jones thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SFL 151 | McKraken vs Petrov
Date: Apr 17, 2022

#R1#
Lawrence defending well as Lacplesis loads up on a big left hand.
Lawrence takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lacplesis lands with a slapping head kick.
Lawrence has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Lawrence will feel that in the morning.
Lawrence 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.
Nice defenses there by Lacplesis.
Lacplesis misses with a body shot.
Lawrence swings widly with a right hand
and Lacplesis counters with a good, hard body kick but Lawrence shrugs it off.
Lawrence staying out of range there.
A jab from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence throws a poor cross that misses
and Lacplesis counters with a straight right hand.
Lacplesis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lacplesis swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lacplesis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lawrence's sensitive parts.
Lacplesis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Lawrence lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Lacplesis backs up against the cage.
A jab from Lawrence finds it's way through Lacplesis's defenses.
Lacplesis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lawrence. That did some damage!#TD#
Lawrence shoots in and bounces Lacplesis off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lacplesis utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lawrence is in close to Lacplesis's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lawrence slips nicely into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2#
Lacplesis blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence.
Lacplesis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Lawrence throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Lacplesis is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lawrence 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#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lacplesis defends it well. #T3#
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Lawrence wants to work for an arm triangle but Lacplesis is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lawrence throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Lacplesis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Lawrence missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lacplesis trying to control but Lawrence postures up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Good exchange - Lawrence coming out on top.#T4#
Lawrence shoots and misses
and Lacplesis counters with a stiff right hand.
Lawrence fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lacplesis avoids it really well and circles away.
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up with Lacplesis, looking for a takedown. Lawrence pushes Lacplesis against the cage but Lacplesis circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence missing with a left hand there. Lacplesis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lawrence throws a hook but Lacplesis avoids it easily.
Lawrence stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lacplesis.
Lawrence throws a shot from downtown. Lacplesis moves away and avoids it.
Lawrence throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Lacplesis holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Lawrence wants to stall.
Lawrence is trying to drag Lacplesis to the mat but Lacplesis just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Lacplesis misses with a body punch.
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 Malachi Lawrence will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lawrence throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Lacplesis to counter with a crisp jab.
Lawrence pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A lazy left from Lawrence finds it's target.
Lacplesis lands a nice looking body shot.
Lawrence is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lacplesis lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lawrence sizes up Lacplesis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lacplesis throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
Lawrence swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Lacplesis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the head.
Lawrence 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!
Lacplesis moves out of range of the strikes.
Lawrence gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice defenses there by Lacplesis.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Lacplesis circles away easily
enabling Lacplesis to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Lacplesis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lacplesis throws a good cross that connects.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis clobbers Lawrence with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence throws a poor cross that misses
and Lacplesis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown. Lacplesis tries to sprawl out of it but Lawrence keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lacplesis manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lawrence dives in and grabs Lacplesis's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lacplesis pushes down on Lawrence's head and hops out.
A nice side step and Lacplesis releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lacplesis just misses with a punch to the body.
Lacplesis delivers a nice body kick.
Lacplesis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lawrence.
Good shot there by Lacplesis.
Lacplesis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lacplesis.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence ducks right into an uppercut from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lacplesis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Humors Lacplesis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
Lacplesis slips a jab and a cross from Lawrence.
Lawrence thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lacplesis scores with a hook.
Lacplesis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lawrence's sensitive parts.
A lazy left from Lawrence finds it's target.
Lacplesis defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawrence.#CL2#
Lacplesis closes the distance and pushes Lawrence back into the cage.
Lawrence goes for a takedown attempt but Lacplesis pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Nice shot by Lacplesis.#T3#
Lawrence thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
Lacplesis throws out a counter right but Lawrence avoids it with no problem.
Lawrence waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lacplesis.
Lacplesis lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lawrence takes a step back to recover.
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lacplesis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lawrence to score with a decent uppercut.
A good leg kick by Lacplesis.
Lacplesis throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lawrence stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lawrence gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Lacplesis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lacplesis thuds his right hand into Lawrence's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lacplesis. That's going to slow Lawrence down.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Lacplesis avoids them all with ease. #T4#
Lacplesis lands with a straight right. Lawrence didn't see that one coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lacplesis swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lawrence.
Lacplesis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lawrence shoots and misses
and Lacplesis counters with a stiff right hand.
Lawrence swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lacplesis now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lacplesis takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Lacplesis cracks Lawrence with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lacplesis lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Lawrence throws a combination that misses
and Lacplesis counters with a right hand to the body.
A good leg kick by Lacplesis.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lacplesis with a nice calf kick.
Lacplesis throws a shot from downtown. Lawrence moves away and avoids it.
Lacplesis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lacplesis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lacplesis fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Humors Lacplesis 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Lacplesis lands with a shot to the body.
Nice jab there from Lacplesis.
Humors Lacplesis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence takes one to the side of the head.
Lawrence looks to throw the jab but Lacplesis is out of range.
Lacplesis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Lacplesis circles away easily
and Lacplesis counters with a right hand to the body.
Lacplesis moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lawrence takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lacplesis defending well as Lawrence loads up on a big left hand.
A countering left hand to the body from Lacplesis misses.
Lacplesis lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Lacplesis ducks under and follows up with a left that Lacplesis also avoids with ease.
Lawrence throws the left hand but Lacplesis avoids the punch easily.
Lawrence takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lacplesis scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lacplesis connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
Lawrence misses with a shot to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lacplesis blocks a jab.
Lacplesis lands with an uppercut that bounces Lawrence off the cage and back into range.
Lacplesis cracks Lawrence with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lacplesis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lacplesis scores with a leg kick.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Lacplesis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lacplesis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lacplesis slips under a jab.
Lacplesis slips a jab from Lawrence.
Lacplesis dodges the punch combination from Lawrence. #T2#
Nice cross by Lacplesis.
Lacplesis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Lacplesis circles away easily
and Lacplesis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lacplesis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a jab to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lacplesis throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Lacplesis scores with a nice strike.
Lawrence scores with a nice strike.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lawrence is defended easily by Lacplesis.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lacplesis counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Lacplesis scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lawrence looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Lacplesis feints and then cracks Lawrence's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lawrence down.
Lacplesis is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Good shot there by Lacplesis.
Lawrence is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lawrence fails with the takedown
enabling Lacplesis to counter with a crisp jab.
Lawrence takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lacplesis cracks Lawrence with an open hand slap.
Lawrence misses the jab.
Lacplesis uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lawrence has time to react.
Lawrence takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lacplesis scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T4#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lacplesis sprawls well. Lacplesis wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet.
Lawrence tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lawrence chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lacplesis can pounce on him. #CL2#
Lacplesis clinches with his opponent.
Lawrence is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Lacplesis is pressed up against the cage. Lawrence has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Lacplesis down to the mat. Lacplesis avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Lacplesis lands with a kick to the ribs.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Lacplesis shows good takedown defense.
Lacplesis digs a good hook to Lawrence's body.
Lacplesis scores with a kick to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Humors Lacplesis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lacplesis 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 Eliza Hachem scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Humors Lacplesis!
Humors Lacplesis very nearly forgot to thank Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q) 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 147 | Poli vs Road
Date: Mar 23, 2022

#R1#
Silva throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#TD2#
Silva changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Lawrence looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Lawrence takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Lawrence is trying to get back to half guard.
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom here.
Lawrence is trying to improve his position.
Lawrence on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Silva is looking to take a break and control but Lawrence is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Lawrence is avoiding damage well.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Lawrence takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Silva works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
The strikes coming from Silva are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Silva trying to control the position but Lawrence is working away.
Silva working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Lawrence misses with a strike from the bottom.
Silva cracks Lawrence with a big elbow.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep.
Silva wants to control but Lawrence is keeping him busy.
Silva cracks Lawrence with a big right hand but Lawrence just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Lawrence is not content to let Silva control the position.
Lawrence struggling a bit here.#T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Silva scores with punches from side control.
Silva in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Lawrence is looking to reverse the position.
Silva scoring with punches from side control.
Silva trying to control the position but Lawrence is working away.
Silva working the body and head with strikes.
Lawrence takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Silva working the ground and pound from side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence is not content to let Silva control the position.
Lawrence struggling a bit here.#T3#
Lawrence sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Lawrence trying to hold on to Silva's head to control him but Silva postures up.
Lawrence gets full guard.#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a triangle but Silva pushes his legs off easily.
Silva postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Silva with a nice head shot there.#T4#
Silva content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Lawrence avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lawrence trying to keep a closed guard but Silva is proving a slippery customer.
Silva content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing Silva from controlling successfully.
Silva in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Lawrence is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Silva has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manuel Silva dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Silva lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lawrence at a distance.
Silva shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lawrence as he avoids it easily.
Silva displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lawrence throws out the jab.
Silva takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lawrence takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Silva ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that Silva avoids nicely.
Silva throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Lawrence misses with a two punch combination.
Lawrence keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Silva changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lawrence tries to avoid it but Silva manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lawrence to the ground. Lawrence escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Malachi Lawrence has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Manuel Silva.
Lawrence lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Silva avoids them all with ease.
Silva drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lawrence defends it well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Silva feints and then cracks Lawrence's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lawrence down.
Silva avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lawrence swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Silva counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T1#
Silva landing with the ground and pound.
Silva trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Silva connects with a couple of short punches.
Silva has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Silva postures up and lands a big shot to Lawrence's brow.
Silva works over Lawrence with some ground and pound from guard.
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing Silva from controlling successfully.
Silva is looking to work some ground and pound but Lawrence has wrist control.
Silva working some strikes from top position.
Silva cracks Lawrence with a solid left hand.
Lawrence wants to sweep here but Silva controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Silva is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lawrence is adopting a defensive guard.
Silva working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Silva cracks Lawrence with a solid left hand.#CUT2#Malachi Lawrence's cut is getting worse.
Silva content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #CUT2#Malachi Lawrence's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Lawrence utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Manuel Silva has got the better of the ground game so far.
Silva wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving. #SUB#
Lawrence has his foot on Silva's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Silva works his way back into a safe position though.
Silva lands a couple of elbows.#CUT2#Jeez, Malachi Lawrence's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Manuel Silva!
Manuel Silva thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SFL 141 | Garuda vs Kardashian
Date: Feb 27, 2022

#R1#
Bronco lands the left hand.
The crowd cheers as Bronco lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lawrence doesn't seem phased though.#TD2#
Bronco looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Lawrence!
Lawrence tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bronco wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom here.
An elbow from Bronco crashes against the mat.
Bronco sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Lawrence is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Lawrence is looking to regain half guard here but Bronco keeps moving and retains side control.
Lawrence avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Bronco.
Bronco trying to control the position but Lawrence is working away.
Bronco landing a few strikes. #T1#
Lawrence is looking for a sweep.
Bronco working the ground and pound but Lawrence is defending the strikes.
Lawrence gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Lawrence wants to improve his position but Bronco is controlling well.
Bronco wants to take a breather but Lawrence is having none of it.
Bronco is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Bronco is looking for a kimura here. #T2#
Lawrence is trying to control but can't.
Bronco missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bronco missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bronco thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lawrence is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence wants to control but Bronco is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bronco thows a huge punch but Lawrence dodges it nicely.
Bronco throwing shots but Lawrence is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Lawrence actively working from the bottom here.
Bronco tries to pass to full mount but Lawrence defends it. #T3#
Lawrence moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bronco tries to free his leg and advance position but Lawrence is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Bronco drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Lawrence dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Bronco is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Bronco has his foot on Lawrence's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lawrence works his way back into a safe position though.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lawrence lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lawrence scoring with some ground and pound. #T4#
Bronco pulls Lawrence in close to his closed guard and prevents Lawrence from doing any damage or advancing position.
Bronco has momentary wrist control but Lawrence slips an elbow through the middle.
Bronco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Bronco working for a triangle but Lawrence defends it easily.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence stopping the sweep attempt from Bronco.
Lawrence is fighting to break Bronco's control of his arms but Bronco is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Bronco 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#
Bronco blocks a jab.
Bronco connects with a jab.
Bronco closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bronco throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence throwing a counter right hand but Bronco manages to avoid it.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut
and Bronco counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lawrence throws a shot from downtown. Bronco moves away and avoids it.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Bronco avoids them all with ease.
Lawrence misses with a straight right.
Lawrence throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bronco counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lawrence moves out of range of the strikes.
Lawrence misses with a body punch
and Bronco makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut
and Bronco counters with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bronco avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bronco lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A slow jab from Bronco misses its intended target.
Johnny Bronco seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the head.
Bronco throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bronco.#T1#
Bronco uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lawrence.
Nice shot lands for Bronco.
Bronco takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lawrence connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bronco. Bronco circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lawrence scores with a nice strike.#TD#
Lawrence fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bronco sprawls well initially but Lawrence persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Bronco wants to get back to full guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Lawrence is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bronco is just riding it out for now. Lawrence eventually gives up the hold.
Bronco tries to get to full guard but Lawrence has control of the leg.
Bronco blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence. #T2#
Lawrence wants to take a breather but Bronco is having none of it.
Bronco is trying to control but can't.
Bronco on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bronco is trying to get back to full guard.
Bronco keeps trying to improve his position.
Bronco is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lawrence's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lawrence's back!
Lawrence tries to escape the position. #SUB2#
Bronco looking to break Lawrence's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Lawrence remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Bronco will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
You can see the frustration on Lawrence's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #T3#
Lawrence covering up well under a series of strikes from Bronco. #SUB2#
Bronco patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Lawrence trying to control the hands but Bronco breaks the grip.
Lawrence tries to break free. #SUB2#
Bronco is persistently looking for the submission but Lawrence is defending it well.
Bronco misses with punches from the back.
Bronco throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Bronco punches Lawrence on the ear.
Bronco is trying to stick to Lawrence's back but Lawrence is turning into Bronco. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Bronco's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Lawrence.#T4#
Lawrence trying to control but Bronco is working from the bottom.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Bronco blocks nicely.
Bronco controls Lawrence momentarily but Lawrence frees himself.
Lawrence landing some decent shots from guard.
Bronco keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Bronco seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Bronco's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB2#
Bronco has an active guard here but Lawrence has managed to pass into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Johnny Bronco will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Lawrence's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
A jab from Bronco finds it's way through Lawrence's defenses. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Lawrence enables Bronco to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Lawrence manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bronco accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing Bronco from controlling successfully.
Lawrence looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bronco trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Lawrence is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#SUB#
Bronco got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lawrence has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bronco has managed to get both his arms back between Lawrence's legs - danger averted.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bronco's guard. #REVR#
Bronco 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.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bronco is keeping the position for now.
Johnny Bronco has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Bronco looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bronco is trying to control the position but Lawrence postures up.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Bronco keeps moving. #SUB2#
Bronco has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lawrence can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence lands a couple of digs.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Bronco is adopting a defensive guard.
Lawrence not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lawrence preventing the sweep.
Bronco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bronco is keeping the position for now.
Lawrence won't allow Bronco to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Bronco is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lawrence postures up and lands a big shot to Bronco's brow.
Bronco is trying to control the position from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bronco is on top in guard. #REVB#
Bronco postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Lawrence looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Bronco is defending well. Lawrence quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Bronco has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Lawrence celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Malachi Lawrence!

Event: SFL 136 | Sitsongrit Returns
Date: Feb 09, 2022

#R1#
Nice defenses there by Gerber.
And Gerber responds with a good body kick, but Lawrence manages to step out the way in time.
Lawrence misses the jab.
Lawrence 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.
Gerber scores with a jab. Lawrence acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Gerber scores with a kick to the midsection.
A left and a right from Gerber both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence looks to land a right hand but Gerber moved out of range.
Nice defenses there by Gerber.
Lawrence misses with a body punch
and Gerber counters with a three punch combo that has Lawrence backing up. Lawrence nods at Gerber to acknowledge the strikes.
Lawrence misses with a looping left.
Gerber misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Gerber is just 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!
Gerber slips under a jab.
Gerber misses the shot to the body.
Gerber connects with a nice looking jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
A nice combination there by Gerber.
Gerber avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
Lawrence takes one on the button.#T1#
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gerber is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Romulus Gerber is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gerber dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lawrence misses with a double jab.
Gerber listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Gerber scores with a shot to the body.
Gerber 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.
Gerber takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A head kick misses from Gerber.
Lawrence jabs Gerber right on the nose. Gerber blinks but takes it well.
Gerber uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lawrence.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown. Gerber tries to sprawl out of it but Lawrence keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Gerber manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lawrence takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gerber with a jab.#T2#
Lawrence walks into a straight right hand from Gerber.
Gerber moves out of range as Lawrence strikes.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lawrence lands with an uppercut that bounces Gerber off the cage and back into range.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Gerber saw that one coming.
Lawrence throws a hook but Gerber blocks it.
Gerber doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gerber manages to avoid it.
Lawrence tests Gerber's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD#
Lawrence fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Gerber to the ground. Lawrence is now in Gerber's guard.
Gerber utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lawrence works over Gerber with some ground and pound from guard.
Gerber 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.
Lawrence throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gerber works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gerber avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lawrence working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Gerber is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gerber is keeping the position for now.
Lawrence postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Gerber keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence won't allow Gerber to sweep him here.
Lawrence keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Gerber's head.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Gerber is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Gerber is keeping the position.
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lawrence postures up in Gerber's guard and throws a big left but Gerber blocks it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Gerber blocks nicely.
Gerber wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gerber slips a jab and a cross from Lawrence.
Gerber is looking for the big counter here.
Lawrence getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gerber uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lawrence.
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 Malachi Lawrence will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Gerber takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gerber.
Romulus Gerber is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A jab from Lawrence does it's job there.
Lawrence takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gerber thuds his right hand into Lawrence's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Gerber takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #TD#
Lawrence shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lawrence scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Lawrence tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gerber knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Gerber is looking for a sweep. Lawrence is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Gerber is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gerber wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
Lawrence drops an elbow to the side of Gerber's head.
Lawrence lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Gerber is trying to get back to full guard.
Lawrence is pressing down on Gerber's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gerber is holding on for now.
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gerber is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gerber defending well though.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Gerber is working from the bottom.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Gerber is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lawrence tries to pass to full mount but Gerber defends it.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Gerber's head.
Lawrence is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lawrence lands a nice short elbow.
Gerber has his hands clasped together around Lawrence's back. He's all about the action.#T3#
Gerber avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Gerber dodges it nicely.
Lawrence looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lawrence is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gerber can do to turn this around?
Lawrence working over Gerber with some ground and pound. Gerber looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Lawrence trying to mount his opponent but Gerber defends it.
Gerber keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Gerber is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lawrence controlling the action here.
Gerber wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gerber manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lawrence postures up and lands a big shot to Gerber's brow.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
Gerber pulls Lawrence in close to his closed guard and prevents Lawrence from doing any damage or advancing position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gerber 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Gerber tests Lawrence's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD#
Lawrence drives through with a takedown into Gerber's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Gerber is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Gerber keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Gerber not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gerber pulls Lawrence in to control the position.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence stopping the sweep attempt from Gerber.
Gerber trying to keep a closed guard but Lawrence is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T1#
Gerber ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lawrence pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gerber fails to land with a series of punches.
Lawrence throws a good cross that connects.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Gerber uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gerber steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Gerber.
Gerber fails to land with a series of punches.
Lawrence lands a body shot.
Lawrence showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gerber.
Gerber uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lawrence.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses. #TD#
Lawrence drives through with a takedown into Gerber's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Gerber keeps moving.
Lawrence distracts Gerber with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Romulus Gerber has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Lawrence throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gerber works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Gerber looking for a sweep. Not yet Gerber, not yet.
Lawrence 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.
Gerber trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Gerber is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gerber looking for a sweep. Not yet Gerber, not yet.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gerber 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#
Lawrence tries to roll over but Gerber keeps him under control.#T3#
Lawrence trying to control here.
Gerber blocks the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.
Gerber tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Lawrence is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gerber's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gerber's back!#T4#
Lawrence is punishing Gerber with some ground and pound.
Lawrence is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Gerber up.
Gerber can't escape the position.
Gerber breaks Lawrence's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Lawrence pulls Gerber in close to prevent any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lawrence is on top in guard. #REVR#
Lawrence postures up and lands a big shot to Gerber's brow.
Lawrence is looking to work some ground and pound but Gerber has wrist control.
Malachi Lawrence is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!

Event: SFL 131 | Bangin vs Smart
Date: Jan 19, 2022

#R1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Tantor lands with a light punch inside.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Tantor jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lawrence walks away with a smile on his face. Tantor gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD#
Tantor closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Lawrence to the mat! Lawrence manages to get full guard.
Tantor slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Lawrence is trying to control Tantor's posture but Tantor avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Tantor haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Tantor is staying tight to Lawrence's torso, preventing him from escaping.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Lawrence is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tantor's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Lawrence wants to control but Tantor is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tantor is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tantor trying to mount his opponent but Lawrence defends it.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
We've been hearing good reports from Tantor's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Lawrence is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lawrence throws a combination that misses
and Tantor counters with a left and a right that stings Lawrence.
Lawrence thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lawrence punishes Tantor's body with a nice straight punch.
Tantor lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tantor misses with a takedown attempt - Lawrence sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T3#
Lawrence moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tantor.
Lawrence swings widly with a right hand
and Tantor counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Tantor lands with a kick to the temple. Lawrence shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Tantor doesn't manage to clinch there - Lawrence circles away.
Tantor throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tantor fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maki Tantor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice sprawl there from Lawrence as Tantor shoots in.
Tantor takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lawrence swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence lunges at Tantor with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tantor's hand.
Tantor shoots in for a takedown but Lawrence shows good takedown defense.
Lawrence doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4#
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Tantor throws a big counter combination but Lawrence scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A big right from Lawrence misses.
Tantor tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lawrence sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tantor somewhat.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that Tantor avoids nicely.
Tantor uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lawrence.
Tantor scores with a leg kick.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Lawrence backs away, Tantor returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lawrence scores with a jab.
Tantor slips a jab from Lawrence.
Tantor fails with the takedown.#KD2#
Lawrence drops Tantor with a left and a right! Oh, Tantor is hurt - Lawrence dives into side control looking to finish! #ROC2#Tantor is rocked!
Lawrence trying to control the position but Tantor is working away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lawrence misses with a hook
and Tantor counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #KD2#
Lawrence cracks Tantor with a big right hand and Tantor goes down!
Oh Tantor is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence trying to control but Tantor is working from the bottom.
Tantor seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB2#
Lawrence is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Tantor is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Tantor has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Tantor showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Tantor pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawrence is keeping the position for now.
Tantor has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Lawrence is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Tantor content to stall in guard here.
Tantor trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lawrence is trying to keep Tantor in close.
Lawrence controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence lands the left hand.
Lawrence throws out a powerful jab.
Maki Tantor is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tantor shoots for a double leg takedown but Lawrence sprawls well. He's pushed Tantor's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence throws a combination that misses
and Tantor counters with a two punch combo.
Lawrence lands with an overhand left.#T3#
Lawrence paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lawrence slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tantor tries to close the distance and clinch but Lawrence swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tantor tries to clinch up but Lawrence circles away and keeps his distance.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #CL#
Tantor gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tantor tries for a takedown but Lawrence manages to get underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lawrence.
Lawrence scores with a hook to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tantor.
Lawrence goes for a takedown attempt but Tantor pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Lawrence throws a lazy uppercut
and Tantor counters with a two punch combo.
Tantor throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lawrence.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #CL#
Tantor moves into the clinch.#T4#
Lawrence tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tantor using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lawrence has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Tantor scores with a shot to the side of Lawrence's head.
Lawrence tries to break free but Tantor pushes him back against the cage.
Lawrence's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Lawrence's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lawrence lands with a good body shot.
Tantor wants to clinch.
Tantor takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tantor looks to land a combination. Lawrence sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Malachi Lawrence will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
That's time! Tantor's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Tantor looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Tantor saw that one coming.
Lawrence misses with a right hand
and Tantor counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tantor fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tantor was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses
and Tantor counters with a solid body kick.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Tantor appears to be looking for a big counter.
Lawrence waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tantor.
Lawrence with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tantor to score with a decent uppercut.
Lawrence throws a hook but Tantor blocks it.
Nice sprawl there from Lawrence as Tantor shoots in.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL#
Tantor rushes Lawrence and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lawrence lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tantor backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Lawrence has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tantor is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T1#
Tantor lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lawrence gets underhooks to prevent Tantor's takedown attempt.
Tantor tries to land a knee to the head but Lawrence blocks with his arms. #TD#
Tantor manages to pull guard.
Tantor tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lawrence throws a strike but Tantor rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Lawrence wants to stand up but Tantor is controlling him. #SU#
Tantor decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lawrence, up you get! #T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Tantor looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tantor fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maki Tantor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lawrence connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tantor tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lawrence swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tantor has a takedown stuffed.
Lawrence pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tantor shoots in looking for a takedown. Lawrence tries to sprawl out of it but Tantor keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lawrence manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Tantor avoids them all with ease. #T3##CL#
Tantor clinches.
Lawrence tries to stall but Tantor uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A nice left hand lands by Lawrence. #BC2#
Lawrence breaks from the clinch.
Tantor tries to clinch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Tantor uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Tantor throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lawrence's waist but Lawrence gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tantor off to one side.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tantor is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lawrence sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lawrence now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tantor moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lawrence misses with a body shot.
Lawrence misses with a looping left.
Tantor darts in trying to clinch
and Lawrence cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Tantor fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lawrence avoids it really well and circles away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tantor takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tantor tries to clinch up but Lawrence circles away and keeps his distance.
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses
and Tantor counters with a two punch combo.
Tantor tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lawrence swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lawrence comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tantor on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Maki Tantor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Malachi Lawrence is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lawrence throws a jab but it's blocked by Tantor.
Lawrence smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!

Event: SFL 126 | Bangin vs Nti
Date: Dec 26, 2021

#R1#
McDonald jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CUT#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence throws a looping overhand right but McDonald ducks down to avoid it.
Lawrence lands an overhand right.#CUT2#It looks like David McDonald has been cut.
McDonald lands a front kick.
Lawrence misses with a shot to the body
and McDonald counters with a body kick that stops Lawrence in his tracks momentarily. #TD#
McDonald changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Lawrence looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
McDonald trying to control the position but Lawrence is working away.
McDonald working the ground and pound but Lawrence is defending the strikes.
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!
Lawrence manages to get back to half guard.
McDonald scoring with strikes to the body and head.
McDonald controlling the pace.
Lawrence tries to roll over but McDonald keeps him under control.
McDonald 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.#T1#
McDonald looks to land a strike but Lawrence avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing McDonald from controlling successfully.
McDonald controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lawrence 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#
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but McDonald is working away.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McDonald's head. #T2#
McDonald wants to get back to full guard.
McDonald has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lawrence is working away from the top position though.
Lawrence landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
McDonald wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy.
Lawrence prevents McDonald from improving his position.
Lawrence is keen to just control but McDonald is a slippery customer.
McDonald tries to roll over but Lawrence keeps him under control.
Lawrence stalling. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Lawrence getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lawrence moves out of range of the body kick.
Lawrence lands with a hook. McDonald tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
McDonald gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lawrence.#KD2#
Lawrence throws a big overhand right that connects, sending McDonald tumbling to the canvas!#ROC2#McDonald is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonald 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.
Oh McDonald is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lawrence is working McDonald over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lawrence loads up on a big left hand. McDonald felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Lawrence looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! McDonald can't hide his disappointment, as Lawrence celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Malachi Lawrence!

Event: SFL 121 | Poli vs Bangin III
Date: Dec 05, 2021

#R1#
Left hook, right uppercut from Erwin.
Erwin works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
An inside leg kick lands from Erwin.
Erwin throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
Lawrence moves out of range as Erwin throws a body kick.
Erwin needs to keep his hands up - Lawrence had a free shot at his head there.
Derek Erwin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lawrence throws the left hand but Erwin avoids the punch easily.
Erwin lands a jab to Lawrence's midsection.
Lawrence swings for the body but Erwin moves out of range.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence jabs Erwin to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lawrence tries to move into range but Erwin moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Erwin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
We've been told by Erwin's head coaches at Randall's Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Erwin lands a jab to the nose.
Lawrence swings for the body but Erwin moves out of range.
Lawrence takes one to the side of the head.
Erwin scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Erwin lands a head shot.
A swing and a miss from Lawrence.#T1#
Some wild striking there from Lawrence.
Erwin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lawrence takes a swing at Erwin's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence needs to keep his hands up - Erwin had a free shot at his head there.
Lawrence throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Erwin stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Erwin misses with an uppercut. Lawrence saw that one coming.
Lawrence swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Erwin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Erwin lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Erwin scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Erwin thumps Lawrence with a low kick.
Lawrence has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A jab from Lawrence misses.
Erwin was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Erwin saw that one coming.
Erwin throwing a counter right hand but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Erwin misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Erwin does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lawrence.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Erwin misses with a leg kick
enabling Lawrence to counter with a crisp jab.
Lawrence misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lawrence throws a jab but it's blocked by Erwin.
Erwin is looking to counter punch.
Erwin misses the shot to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Lawrence as he connects with a hook.
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
Lawrence takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Erwin throws a series of punches but Lawrence avoids them all with ease.
Lawrence now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Erwin throws a jab but it's blocked by Lawrence.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lawrence! But no joy.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Erwin misses with a straight right.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Some wild striking there from Lawrence. #T3#
Erwin looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Erwin throws a shot from downtown. Lawrence moves away and avoids it.
Erwin moves out of range of the strikes.
Erwin misses the jab.
Erwin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Erwin takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lawrence jabs Erwin to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
Erwin misses the shot to the body.
Derek Erwin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence jabs Erwin right on the nose. Erwin blinks but takes it well.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Erwin manages to avoid it.
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A chopping leg kick lands by Erwin.
Erwin throws a series of punches but Lawrence avoids them all with ease.
Lawrence scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.#T4#
Lawrence misses with a hook. Erwin ducked under it nicely.
Nice uppercut there from Erwin.
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Erwin throws a quick inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Erwin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Erwin showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Erwin sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice shot by Lawrence.
The fighters circle momentarily. Erwin darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd cheers as Lawrence lands an impressive looking overhand right. Erwin doesn't seem phased though.
Lawrence throws a push kick but Erwin slaps the foot to one side.
Lawrence takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Erwin fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nice body punch from Erwin.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Erwin.
Erwin lands with a hook. Lawrence tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
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 Derek Erwin will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Nice jab there from Erwin.
Lawrence misses with a double jab
and Erwin counters with an outside leg kick.
Erwin dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lawrence. That did some damage!
Erwin throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Lawrence scores with a jab.
Erwin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lawrence jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Erwin fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lawrence has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Erwin scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lawrence takes a swing at Erwin's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Erwin misses with an uppercut
and Lawrence counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Erwin lunges at Lawrence with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lawrence's hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Erwin throws a low kick but Lawrence avoids it.
Erwin works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Derek Erwin is winning the standup battle so far.
Erwin slips under a jab.
Erwin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Erwin misses with an uppercut.
Erwin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lawrence uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lawrence avoids a punch combination nicely.
Erwin tries a low kick but Lawrence avoids it.
It seemed like Lawrence was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Erwin connects with a looping right hand.
A jab from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Erwin's head.
Erwin bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lawrence's head.
Lawrence slips under a jab from Erwin.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Erwin feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Erwin misses with an uppercut
and Lawrence counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Erwin throws the left hand but Lawrence avoids the punch easily.
Lawrence looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Erwin fails to land with a series of punches.
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!
Erwin connects with a solid leg kick.
Erwin keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Lawrence's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T2#
Lawrence throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Erwin on the side of the head.
Erwin throws a hook to the side of Lawrence's head but Lawrence sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Erwin is looking to chop away at Lawrence's legs.
Erwin getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lawrence misses with a hook to the body
and Erwin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lawrence dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Erwin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lawrence.
Lawrence lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Good exchange - Erwin coming out on top.
Erwin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Erwin lands a jab to the head.
Erwin on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lawrence fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Erwin throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Lawrence blocks a leg kick.
Erwin slips a jab from Lawrence.
Lawrence lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Erwin misses with an attempted mid kick. #T3#
A jab from Lawrence does it's job there.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Erwin.
Some wild striking there from Lawrence.
Erwin takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Erwin connects with a solid leg kick.
Erwin throws a hook to the side of Lawrence's head but Lawrence sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Erwin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lawrence on the side of the head.
Erwin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Erwin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lawrence throws out the jab.
Erwin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Erwin scores with a punch to the head.
Erwin sizes up Lawrence with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence slips a straight right by Erwin.#T4#
Erwin is looking to score with low kicks.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Erwin.
Lawrence scores with a body shot.
Erwin explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Erwin defending well as Lawrence loads up on a big left hand.
Erwin looks to land a right hand but Lawrence moved out of range.
Erwin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lawrence.
Erwin slips under a jab from Lawrence.
Lawrence changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lawrence connects with a looping right hand.
Lawrence takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lawrence misses with a body shot.
Erwin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lawrence.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Erwin is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Erwin circles away quickly and effectively.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
Erwin throws a hook but Lawrence avoids it 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 Derek Erwin 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence blocks a head kick by Erwin.
Lawrence takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A jab lands there for Erwin.
Erwin thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lawrence has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lawrence smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Erwin looks to land a right hand but Lawrence moved out of range.
A punch combination from Erwin misses.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Erwin connects with a body shot that sends Lawrence's belly button to the back.
Erwin misses with a few strikes there.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Erwin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Erwin misses with a straight right.
Lawrence defending well as Erwin loads up on a big left hand.
Lawrence throws an off balance right hand
letting Erwin counter with a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice uppercut there from Erwin.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Erwin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Erwin half committed to a counter leg kick.
Erwin thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Lawrence throws a body punch but Erwin moves out of range.
Erwin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Erwin lands a jab.
Lawrence throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lawrence swings for the body but Erwin moves out of range.
Erwin lands an overhand right.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Erwin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Erwin with the inside leg kick.
Erwin slips under a jab.
Lawrence scores with a jab.
Erwin showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lawrence.
Erwin scores with a jab. Lawrence acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lawrence has a takedown stuffed.
It looked like Erwin was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lawrence.#T2#
Erwin scores with a jab. Lawrence acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Erwin misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Erwin!
Erwin gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Erwin tries to get to full guard but Lawrence has control of the leg.
The fighters are battling for position here. Erwin manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Derek Erwin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Erwin has Lawrence pulled in close to control his posture.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Erwin pulls Lawrence in close to his closed guard and prevents Lawrence from doing any damage or advancing position.
Erwin trying to keep a closed guard but Lawrence is proving a slippery customer.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Erwin is pulling down on Lawrence's head to control his posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Erwin trying to keep a closed guard but Lawrence is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Erwin throws a hook but Lawrence avoids it easily.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#TD2#
Lawrence looking to score a takedown here. Erwin is defending well but Lawrence drives through and ends up in Erwin's guard.
Erwin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Erwin is trying to keep Lawrence in close.
Lawrence throws a strike but Erwin rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Lawrence trying to control the position.
Lawrence striking off his back but it's not causing Erwin any problems.
Erwin wants to stand but Lawrence is controlling his posture from full guard.
Lawrence 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#

And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Erwin showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Erwin, 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SFL 106 | Budluvski vs Poli
Date: Oct 06, 2021

#R1#
Gerber throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lawrence counters with a stiff right hand.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Gerber counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lawrence scores with a nice right hand.
Gerber 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.
Lawrence ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lawrence 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.
Gerber turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lawrence throws a sloppy body shot
letting Gerber counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
Lawrence scores with a crisp jab that stopped Gerber in his tracks.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gerber.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gerber misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lawrence lands a nice shot to the body.
Lawrence fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lawrence scores with a body shot. #T1#
Lawrence with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Gerber gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lawrence.
Lawrence scores with a hook to the body. Gerber takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A big right from Gerber misses.
Lawrence throws out a counter right but Gerber avoids it with no problem.
A left lands for Lawrence.#TD2#
Lawrence decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Gerber is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gerber is controlling Lawrence's trapped leg to prevent Lawrence from advancing to side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2#
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Lawrence is working for a submission of some sort.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Gerber is looking to improve his position.
Lawrence lands strikes from half guard.#T3#
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gerber doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawrence.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Gerber dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gerber defends it well.
Gerber blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Gerber is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Lawrence scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lawrence is trying to control. Gerber wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Gerber looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lawrence stalling away here and it's allowed Gerber to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence distracts Gerber with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Gerber moves out of range of the body kick.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Gerber sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Gerber is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lawrence moves away from the strike by Gerber.
Lawrence throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Gerber counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lawrence lands a nice looking body shot.
Lawrence wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Gerber throws a quick counter kick to the body but Lawrence avoids it.
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Lawrence misses with a hook. Gerber ducked under it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Gerber misses the target.
Lawrence lands a head shot.
Gerber takes one to the side of the head.
Lawrence throws a nice looking combination but Gerber bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Gerber lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lawrence's sensitive parts.
Lawrence closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence misses with a kick to the body.
Gerber swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Gerber misses the body punch
and Lawrence counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Gerber is looking to counter punch.
Gerber feints a jab promting Lawrence to slip. Gerber then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Lawrence slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gerber misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence. #T2#
Nice straight punches there by Gerber. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gerber.
Lawrence tries to bum rush Gerber with a series of wild strikes but Gerber uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Gerber leaves Lawrence with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Lawrence lands a head shot.
Lawrence throws a hook but Gerber blocks it.
Lawrence misses with a wild combination.
Gerber walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lawrence checks a leg kick. #T3#
Gerber keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lawrence.
Gerber is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A jab from Gerber misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Gerber.#CUT#That has opened up Malachi Lawrence's cut even more.#KD#
Gerber lands a big head kick that sends Lawrence tumbling to the mat! Gerber takes a step backwards and waves Lawrence back to his feet - he wants the finish!#TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Gerber's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence is looking to work some ground and pound but Gerber has wrist control.
Lawrence throwing strikes but missing.
Gerber looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lawrence is one step ahead there.
Gerber lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T4#
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gerber controls the pace.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for a guillotine here but Gerber defends easily.
Lawrence looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gerber is one step ahead there.
Lawrence not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lawrence pulls Gerber in close to his closed guard and prevents Gerber from doing any damage or advancing position.
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 Romulus Gerber will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Gerber gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Gerber thows a leg kick but Lawrence checks it
and Lawrence counters with a nice uppercut.
Gerber gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lawrence keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence throws a predictable looking body shot
and Gerber counters with a stiff right hand.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Gerber saw that one coming.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gerber moves away.
Lawrence throws a combination that misses
and Gerber counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Gerber.
Lawrence misses with the combination.
A low kick from Gerber is predictable there
and Lawrence counters with a two punch combo.
Lawrence lands with a nice combination. Gerber backs away looking to recover.
Gerber tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Gerber counters with a body kick that stops Lawrence in his tracks momentarily.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A shot to the body from Lawrence misses
and Gerber counters with a head kick. That will keep Lawrence thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! #CUT#The cut above Malachi Lawrence's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
Lawrence shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Gerber counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#Malachi Lawrence's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gerber lands a nice shot to the body. #T2#
Gerber lands a nice looking body kick.
Lawrence takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gerber bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gerber.
Gerber avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
Gerber throws a leg kick but Lawrence sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Gerber throws a wild body kick that Lawrence sees coming a mile off.
Gerber misses with a series of wild punches.
Gerber lands with a nice body punch. #T3#
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gerber moves away.
Lawrence throws a nice looking combination but Gerber bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It appears Gerber was looking to counter with a kick there.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Gerber looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Gerber shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Gerber moves out of range.
Gerber lands with an overhand left.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Romulus Gerber!
During a confident post fight interview, Romulus Gerber thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SFL 99 | Budluvski vs Brawler
Date: Sep 12, 2021

#R1#
Tantor lands a high kick! #CUT#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Tantor throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
Tantor fails to land with a series of punches.
Tantor scores with a shot to the body.
Tantor misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tantor lands a head kick!
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tantor sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tantor throws a head kick that misses.
Lawrence feints the counter takedown.
We've been told by Tantor's head coaches at Shut Up & Train! {$1000} that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Tantor shows good takedown defense.
Lawrence jabs at Tantor's body.
Tantor is looking to chop away at Lawrence's legs.
Tantor plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tantor throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a nice double leg into guard.

Tantor has his feet on Lawrence's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T1#
Tantor tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Tantor.
Tantor keeps Lawrence at a distance using the push kick.
Tantor throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Tantor working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Tantor keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tantor looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lawrence with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2#
Tantor is looking to stand up but Lawrence isn't so interested in that idea.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tantor utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Tantor 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.
Tantor wants to stand but Lawrence is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Maki Tantor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T3#
Tantor wants to land a leg kick but Lawrence is out of range.
Tantor throws the kick towards the body but Lawrence avoids it.
Lawrence doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tantor on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tantor goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lawrence misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tantor.
Tantor takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tantor throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tantor swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
Lawrence distracts Tantor with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence is looking to advance position but Tantor has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Tantor tries to control but Lawrence wriggling away.
Lawrence gets back to half guard.
Lawrence tries to roll over but Tantor keeps him under control.
Tantor seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
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 Maki Tantor will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lawrence jabs at Tantor's body.
Tantor takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tantor looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lawrence looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tantor throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a takedown into side control.

Tantor throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Tantor uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tantor is looking for a counter combo.
Lawrence comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tantor connects with a leg kick.
Tantor lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A good leg kick by Tantor.
Tantor lands with a thumping leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lawrence. That's going to slow Tantor down.
Tantor misses with a low kick as Lawrence jumps back.#T1#
Lawrence smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tantor throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tantor on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tantor is trying to maintain the position but Lawrence is very close to passing his half guard.
Malachi Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Tantor dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be working for a kimura but Tantor defends the submission attempt.
Lawrence looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tantor with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2#
Lawrence with the ground and pound but Tantor uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Lawrence throws an elbow that misses. Tantor uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Lawrence's guard. Nice move by Tantor!#REVR#
Lawrence is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tantor is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3##SUB2#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SU#
Tantor gets to his feet. Lawrence looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Tantor tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Lawrence decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Tantor's guard.

Tantor is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Lawrence looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Lawrence being controlled against the cage.
Lawrence drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC#
Tantor breaks the clinch. #T4#
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence throws a good cross that connects.
A head kick misses from Tantor.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lawrence is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tantor rather than just go for the knockout.
Lawrence bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lawrence falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tantor counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tantor turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tantor throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lawrence lands a body shot.
Tantor throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Maki Tantor will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tantor.
Lawrence with a hook.
Maki Tantor is winning the standup battle so far.
Lawrence moves out of range as Tantor throws a body kick.
Tantor throws a front kick aimed at Lawrence's knee but Lawrence avoids it well.
Tantor throws the kick towards the body but Lawrence avoids it.
Tantor lands a head kick!
Tantor throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A lazy left from Lawrence finds it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tantor tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tantor.
Tantor lands a high kick!
Lawrence avoids the head kick by Tantor.
Lawrence doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1#
Tantor throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CUT#That has opened up Malachi Lawrence's cut even more.
Lawrence scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Tantor misses with a head kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lawrence swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tantor.
Tantor throws a sloppy head kick
and Lawrence counters with a left and a right that stings Tantor.
Lawrence shoots in but Tantor avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tantor throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Lawrence decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Tantor's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lawrence scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Lawrence chips away with some ground and pound.#T2#
Lawrence postures up in Tantor's guard and throws a big left but Tantor blocks it.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lawrence is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lawrence seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lawrence scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Lawrence lands with a punch from half guard.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Tantor dodges it nicely.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lawrence lands with a punch from half guard.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tantor's head.
Lawrence throwing shots but Tantor is blocking nicely.
Maki Tantor is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Tantor blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence.
Lawrence is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Lawrence is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tantor sees it coming and defends easily.
Tantor wants to get back to full guard.
Tantor keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tantor throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tantor scores with a head kick.
A head kick misses from Tantor.

And that's the end of the fight!
Malachi Lawrence comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tantor 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Malachi Lawrence!

Event: SFL 85 | Bangin vs Bronco
Date: Jul 18, 2021

#R1#
Kekoa takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lawrence moves out of range as Kekoa strikes.
Kekoa misses with a body shot.
Kekoa throws the left hand but Lawrence avoids the punch easily.
Good standup being displayed there by Kekoa as he connects with a hook.
We've been told by Lawrence's head coaches at Ludus Magnus that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kekoa connects with an inside leg kick.
A jab from Kekoa misses.
Kekoa paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kekoa.
Lawrence takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lawrence misses with a hook to the body
and Kekoa counters with a straight right hand.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kekoa. That's going to slow Lawrence down.
Kekoa throws out a loose jab but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence tries to counter with a takedown but Kekoa is quick to defend against it.
Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kekoa.
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!
Kekoa on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice uppercut there from Kekoa.#T1#
Kekoa throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
A slow jab from Kekoa misses its intended target.
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kekoa throws a shot from downtown. Lawrence moves away and avoids it.
Lawrence takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kekoa with a hook.
Kekoa looks to throw the jab but Lawrence is out of range.
Jab, jab by Kekoa - just one landing.
Eddie Kekoa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kekoa looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lawrence takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lawrence lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Kekoa missing with a left hand there. Lawrence was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lawrence changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
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!
Kekoa connects with a nice looking jab.
Kekoa bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T2#
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kekoa.
Lawrence changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kekoa manages to avoid it.
Kekoa throws a hook but Lawrence avoids it easily.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kekoa misses with a hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kekoa, as that shot connected.
Lawrence swings for the body but Kekoa moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kekoa! But no joy.
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kekoa.
Kekoa missing with a left hand there. Lawrence was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kekoa lands a jab to Lawrence's midsection.
Kekoa lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lawrence uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kekoa.
Lawrence feinted with a counter takedown.
Kekoa displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T3#
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kekoa.
Kekoa works Lawrence's body with a nice hook.
Kekoa looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A jab from Lawrence does it's job there.
Kekoa throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a shoot takedown. Kekoa fights it but they end up in guard.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Kekoa preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lawrence tries to free his leg and advance position but Kekoa is retaining full guard.
Kekoa utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Lawrence thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lawrence is fighting to break Kekoa's control of his arms but Kekoa is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T4#
Lawrence pushes down on Kekoa's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Kekoa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kekoa trying to control but Lawrence postures up.
Lawrence keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Lawrence wants to work for an arm triangle but Kekoa is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Kekoa dodges it nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Eddie Kekoa dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kekoa dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kekoa loads up on a big right hand but Lawrence slips the punch.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lawrence checks a leg kick.
Kekoa comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kekoa scores with a sloppy right hand. Lawrence should have avoided that one.
Lawrence shoots for a takedown but Kekoa saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lawrence takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kekoa scores with a nice right hand.
Lawrence takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kekoa scores with a shot 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!
Kekoa swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence tries to counter with a takedown but Kekoa is quick to defend against it.
Eddie Kekoa seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kekoa.
A quick step to the side and Lawrence tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T1#
Kekoa lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kekoa scores with a nice right hand.
Lawrence doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kekoa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kekoa fails to land with a series of punches.
Kekoa misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kekoa scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kekoa throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kekoa!
Kekoa bucks up and tries to throw Lawrence off but instead Lawrence has got his back!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kekoa trying to control the hands but Lawrence won't let him.
Lawrence 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.#T2##SUB#
Kekoa defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Kekoa just trying to survive but Lawrence is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Lawrence looking for the RNC.
Lawrence loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Kekoa hold on? #SUB#
Lawrence has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Kekoa defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Lawrence's arms. #T3#
Kekoa trying to control the hands but Lawrence won't let him.
Kekoa avoids the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence is striking from the back but Kekoa escapes and manages to recover to half guard.
Kekoa has hold of Lawrence's hands but Lawrence slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kekoa keeps working. #T4#
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kekoa has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Kekoa is working away.
Lawrence is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kekoa trying to hold on to Lawrence's head to control him but Lawrence postures up.
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Lawrence is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kekoa is trying to maintain the position but Lawrence is very close to passing his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Eddie Kekoa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! 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#
Kekoa tests Lawrence's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kekoa lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kekoa connects with a looping right hand. #TD#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lawrence was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Lawrence in side control, throwing shots but Kekoa defends.
Lawrence in side control lands a decent elbow.
Kekoa manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kekoa wants to stand up but Lawrence is controlling the position.
Lawrence wants to control but Kekoa passes into side. #T1#
Lawrence is trying to improve his position.
Kekoa working away.
Lawrence is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence is working hard here to advance position.
Kekoa tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
You can see the frustration on Lawrence's face as Kekoa controls the position.
Lawrence is trying to control Kekoa's posture but Kekoa avoids it.
Lawrence is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Kekoa wants to stand but Lawrence is controlling his arm.
Lawrence manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Lawrence trying to control the action but Kekoa is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but Kekoa is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lawrence to get the leverage.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Lawrence throwing shots but Kekoa is blocking nicely.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kekoa trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Lawrence is working for a submission of some sort.
Lawrence landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Kekoa to regain full guard.
Kekoa looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lawrence tries to free his leg and advance position but Kekoa is retaining full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence postures up and lands a big shot to Kekoa's brow.
Kekoa working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.

And that's the end of the fight!
Malachi Lawrence showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kekoa 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 Darius Henderson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: SFL 73 | Atunes vs Shipilov
Date: May 23, 2021

#R1#
Lawrence gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bonin swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a shoot takedown. Bonin fights it but they end up in guard.
Lawrence postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lawrence advances to half guard. #SUB#
Lawrence wants to work for an arm triangle but Bonin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lawrence looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bonin with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
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. Lawrence connects with a nice short shot to Bonin's temple.
Bonin taking some punishment here, with Lawrence in his half guard.
Lawrence drops an elbow to the side of Bonin's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence is nestled in close to Bonin, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bonin on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Lawrence is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bonin has managed to free his arm - good work.
Nice strikes from Lawrence there. #T1#
Bonin is looking for a sweep. Lawrence is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Lawrence has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Bonin defend it? Lawrence steps over the head and cranks it - Bonin is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Lawrence!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Malachi Lawrence!

Event: SFL 60 | Mumu vs Viking
Date: Apr 03, 2021

#R1#
A nice leg kick from Gerber, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lawrence takes a swing at Gerber's ribcage but misses.
Gerber moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Romulus Gerber seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gerber throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lawrence misses with a wild combination.
Lawrence throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Gerber throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence misses with a straight right.
Gerber takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lawrence connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gerber's hands.
Gerber throws a low kick but Lawrence avoids it.
Lawrence drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Gerber defends it well.#T1#
Gerber lands a really nice looking cross but Lawrence seems unphased.
Lawrence wants to land a leg kick but Gerber is out of range.
Gerber seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence throws a poor cross that misses
letting Gerber counter with a right hand.
Gerber connects with a single shot there.
Gerber throws a body shot but no joy.
Gerber misses with a looping right.
Gerber lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lawrence misses with a jab to the body
and Gerber counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gerber slips a jab from Lawrence.#T2#
Gerber steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
Gerber throwing a counter right hand but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Lawrence lands a nice hook to Gerber's body. Gerber takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lawrence misses with a right hand
and Gerber counters with a left and a right that stings Lawrence.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence misses with a body shot
and Gerber counters with a two punch combo.
Gerber lands a leg kick that knocks Lawrence off balance momentarily.
Gerber bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Gerber misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Gerber tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Gerber.
Gerber swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Gerber lands a jab.
Lawrence moves out of range of the body kick from Gerber.
Gerber just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence shoots for a double leg takedown but Gerber sprawls well. He's pushed Lawrence's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gerber looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Romulus Gerber is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gerber uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lawrence.
Gerber throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T4#
Lawrence swings for the body but Gerber moves out of range.
Lawrence has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Gerber.
Gerber fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Gerber fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lawrence with the counter takedown but Gerber avoids it easily.
Lawrence misses with a straight right.
Lawrence avoids the head kick by Gerber.
Lawrence drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Gerber defends it well.
A low kick from Lawrence is predictable there
and Gerber counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lawrence's knee momentarily.
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses
and Gerber counters with a slapping leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence slips under a jab.
Gerber slips under a jab from Lawrence.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Romulus Gerber 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#
Gerber lands a lovely overhand right.
Lawrence misses with a straight right.
Gerber is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawrence can do to turn this around?
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gerber.
Lawrence unleashes a big counter combination but Gerber bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Romulus Gerber is winning the standup battle so far.
Gerber scores with a decent looking hook.
Gerber misses with a low kick.
Lawrence scores with a body shot.
A thudding body kick lands there by Gerber!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gerber stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lawrence tries to bum rush Gerber with a series of wild strikes but Gerber uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lawrence lands a jab-cross combination.
Lawrence throws a looping overhand right but Gerber ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Gerber lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Gerber lands with a kick to the ribs.
Gerber lands an overhand right.
Gerber misses with a looping left.
Gerber misses with a hook. Lawrence ducked under it nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Gerber misses the target.
Lawrence misses with a hook to the body
and Gerber counters with a nice leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Gerber does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lawrence throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Gerber counters with a nice leg kick.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Gerber with a nice calf kick.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lawrence has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Gerber finds it's way round the side to connect with Lawrence's head. #CUT#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Gerber swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Gerber with a nice cross.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Lawrence might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Gerber has got the better of the exchanges.
Gerber looks to land a right hand but Lawrence moved out of range.
Gerber loads up on a big right hand but Lawrence slips the punch.
Lawrence let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Gerber lands a nice shot that snaps Lawrence's head back.
Gerber avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
Lawrence scores with a nice right hand. #T3#
Gerber tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Gerber.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Gerber does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence throws a predictable looking body shot
and Gerber counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lawrence takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence lands a slapping body shot.
Lawrence misses with a looping left.
An attempted straight right counter from Gerber misses the target.
Lawrence tries to move into range but Gerber moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lawrence has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Gerber.
Gerber throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gerber fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T4#
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gerber uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lawrence.
A low kick lands for Gerber.
Gerber takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gerber slips under a jab from Lawrence.
Gerber lands a jab.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gerber.
Gerber scores with a jab. Lawrence acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Gerber lands with a thumping leg kick.
Gerber throws a hook to the side of Lawrence's head but Lawrence sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Romulus Gerber dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Gerber swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence motions for Gerber to come forward. Lawrence throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence blocks the body kick.
Lawrence feints the counter takedown.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that Gerber avoids nicely.
Lawrence's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gerber lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Gerber moves out of range.
Lawrence avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lawrence tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Gerber throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Gerber misses with a hook. Lawrence ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lawrence takes one on the button.
Gerber throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.

Gerber has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Lawrence off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Gerber feints and then cracks Lawrence's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lawrence down.
Gerber walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gerber throws a push kick but Lawrence slaps the foot to one side.
Gerber throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lawrence has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Gerber does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gerber was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gerber walks into a jab.
Gerber darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Gerber takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gerber lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lawrence misses with a body shot.
Lawrence pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Gerber back to the cage. Lawrence follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Lawrence lands a lovely overhand right.
Gerber fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lawrence.
A slow jab from Lawrence misses its intended target.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Gerber throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gerber uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence tries to bum rush Gerber with a series of wild strikes but Gerber uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Gerber lands a nice hook to Lawrence's body. Lawrence takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Romulus Gerber is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gerber throws a push kick but Lawrence slaps the foot to one side.
Lawrence changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lawrence misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Gerber to counter with a crisp jab.
Gerber lands the left hand.
Lawrence needs to keep his hands up - Gerber had a free shot at his head there.
Gerber scores with a kick to the midsection.#T4#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Gerber.
Gerber lands with a thumping leg kick.
Gerber throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Nice shot by Gerber.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Gerber makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Gerber ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
Gerber throws a wild body kick that Lawrence sees coming a mile off.
Gerber ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.

And that's the end of the fight!
Romulus Gerber showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Gerber 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SFL 48 | Mumu vs Babinski
Date: Feb 17, 2021

#R1#
Lawrence waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Turturro.
Turturro steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Lawrence.
Turturro uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
Turturro scores with a jab.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Turturro steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Lawrence.
Turturro lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence takes one to the chin there.
We've been told by Lawrence's head coaches at Ludus Magnus that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Turturro scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lawrence in his tracks.
Lawrence takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Turturro scores with a jab.
Turturro tries to clinch up
and Lawrence counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lawrence displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Lawrence drops his hands momentarily and Turturro takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Turturro scores with a jab to the head. #T1#
Turturro misses with a lunging right hand
and Lawrence counters with a right hand to the body.
Giuseppe Turturro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turturro connects with a body shot that sends Lawrence's belly button to the back.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Turturro 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.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that Turturro avoids nicely.
Lawrence gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Turturro.
Turturro dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
Turturro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turturro looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.#CL2#
Turturro has closed the distance and engaged Lawrence in a clinch.
Lawrence blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Turturro scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Turturro tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lawrence swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turturro throws a shot from downtown. Lawrence moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A cross from Turturro lands.
Turturro is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lawrence had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Turturro moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Turturro throws a hook but Lawrence avoids it easily.
Lawrence seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Turturro cracks Lawrence with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lawrence avoids the body shot from Turturro.
Lawrence swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Turturro saw that one coming.
A jab from Turturro does it's job there.
Turturro looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
It looked like Lawrence was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Turturro.
Turturro smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Turturro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A decent looking cross lands there for Turturro.#T3#
Lawrence uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Turturro.
Turturro avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
Turturro swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lawrence counters with a nice body shot.
Turturro thuds a left hand into Lawrence's body.
Turturro moves into range and connects with a jab.
Turturro takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Turturro jabs at Lawrence's body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Turturro. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lawrence misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It seemed like Turturro was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turturro.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses #CL2#
and Turturro counters by clinching up.
A short body shot lands from Turturro as the two fighters clinch. #T4#
Lawrence is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Turturro lands a right hand.
Turturro makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Lawrence manages to break the clinch.
Turturro missing with a left hand there. Lawrence was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Turturro moves away.
Turturro staying out of range there.
Turturro tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lawrence takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL2#
Turturro clinches with his opponent.
Turturro blocking some punches.
Turturro working aggressively here.
Lawrence lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Turturro backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Turturro lands an uppercut.
Lawrence tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lawrence lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lawrence can't find room to land a body shot as Turturro controls the action.
Turturro lands with a short shot to the head. #TD2#
Turturro pulls guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Giuseppe Turturro dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Lawrence connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lawrence needs to keep his hands up - Turturro had a free shot at his head there.
Lawrence is looking to wear down Turturro with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Turturro wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Turturro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A swing and a miss from Lawrence.
Turturro works Lawrence's body with a nice hook.
Turturro gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a nice looking combination but Turturro bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Turturro displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Lawrence moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turturro misses with an uppercut
and Lawrence counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lawrence misses with a body shot.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Turturro.
Turturro lands a lovely overhand right.
Turturro takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Turturro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Turturro moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Turturro lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Turturro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Turturro lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lawrence throws a series of strikes that have Turturro backpedaling.
Lawrence paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Turturro lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turturro scores with a hook to the body. Lawrence takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turturro.
Turturro looks to throw the jab but Lawrence is out of range.
Turturro fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Turturro.#T2#
Turturro dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Giuseppe Turturro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Turturro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Turturro lands with a hook. Lawrence tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Turturro throws a body shot but no joy.
A big right from Turturro misses.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Lawrence misses its target.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
A big right from Turturro misses.
Turturro throws a right hand that Lawrence ducks under and follows up with a left that Lawrence also avoids with ease.
Lawrence takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Turturro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lawrence.
A telegraphed right hand from Turturro misses the target.
Turturro stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Turturro punishes Lawrence's body with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Turturro takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Turturro lands with an overhand left.
Turturro lands a right hook to the body.
Turturro dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Turturro connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lawrence. Lawrence circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Turturro lands an overhand right.
Lawrence punishes Turturro's body with a nice straight punch.
A combination from Turturro does no damage.
Lawrence takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turturro misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Lawrence to counter with a crisp jab.
Lawrence clobbers Turturro with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Turturro connects with a body shot that sends Lawrence's belly button to the back.
Lawrence is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lawrence takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T4#
Turturro lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lawrence circles away quickly and effectively.
A telegraphed right hand from Turturro misses the target.
Turturro takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Turturro looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
Lawrence has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Turturro finds it's way round the side to connect with Lawrence's head.
Lawrence staying out of range there.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Donk. Turturro catches Lawrence right on the button with a cross.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turturro.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Turturro slips a straight right by Lawrence.
Lawrence walks into a straight right hand from Turturro.
Turturro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Giuseppe Turturro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence'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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Turturro misses with a body shot.
Turturro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Turturro lands with a nice body punch.
Turturro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Turturro misses with an uppercut.
Lawrence 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 had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro throws a lazy right hand but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Turturro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Turturro.
Turturro is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Turturro tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lawrence paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lawrence is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Turturro avoids them all with ease.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence takes a swing at Turturro's ribcage but misses.
Turturro scores with a body shot.
Turturro lands with a straight right. Lawrence didn't see that one coming.
Lawrence throws a jab when Turturro was well out of range.
Turturro bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lawrence gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Turturro lands a nice shot that snaps Lawrence's head back.
Turturro scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lawrence in his tracks.
Lawrence takes a swing at Turturro's ribcage but misses.
Turturro scores with a jab. Lawrence acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A cross from Lawrence lands.
Giuseppe Turturro is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Lawrence takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Turturro moves out of range.
Lawrence swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL2#
and Turturro holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Lawrence misses with some punches.
Lawrence is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Turturro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lawrence working aggressively here.
Lawrence is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Turturro blocks an uppercut.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Lawrence misses with a punch to the body.
Turturro's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Giuseppe Turturro seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Lawrence misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lawrence wants to break the clinch but can't.
Lawrence swings wildly with an uppercut but Turturro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence lands an uppercut.
Lawrence tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Turturro.
A short body shot lands from Turturro as the two fighters clinch. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lawrence.
Turturro misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Lawrence escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Turturro is just out of range.
Lawrence scores with a nice head shot.
Turturro cracks Lawrence with an open hand slap.
Lawrence walks into a stiff left hand from Turturro.
Turturro moves into range and connects with a jab.
Lawrence drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Turturro scores with a hook to the body. Lawrence takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lawrence walks into a stiff left hand from Turturro.
Turturro is looking to clinch.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Turturro ducks under and follows up with a left that Turturro also avoids with ease.

And that's the end of the fight!
Giuseppe Turturro comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Turturro 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 William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Giuseppe Turturro!
Giuseppe Turturro decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: SFL 40 | Simon vs Stallion
Date: Jan 16, 2021

#R1#
Taylor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Lawrence tries to clinch but Taylor is having none of it.
Lawrence misses with a double jab
and Taylor counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Ludus Magnus in the buildup to the fight.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence throws an overhand right that lands on Taylor's shoulder, as Taylor tries to avoid the shot.
Taylor misses with an uppercut.
Taylor jabs at Lawrence's body.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Taylor moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Taylor scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lawrence lands a nice hook to Taylor's body. Taylor takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Taylor moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Taylor throws an off balance right hand
and Lawrence makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lawrence wants to clinch
and Taylor counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Taylor misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence misses with a straight right.
Taylor lands a slapping body shot.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Taylor.
Lawrence falls off balance throwing a combination
and Taylor counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Taylor misses with a body shot.
Lawrence is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Lawrence ducks right into an uppercut from Taylor.
Lawrence misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence swings for the body but Taylor moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Lawrence rushes Taylor and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Taylor breaks the clinch.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Both fighters circling a little - Taylor finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Taylor lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lawrence avoids the body shot from Taylor.
Sloppy strikes from Taylor. Those never looked like landing.
Lawrence feinted with a counter takedown.
Nice takedown defense from Taylor. No joy for Lawrence on that attempt. #T3#
Lawrence moves out of range of the body kick from Taylor.
Lawrence fails in his attempt to clinch.
Taylor digs a good hook to Lawrence's body.
Taylor misses with a lunging right hand
and Lawrence connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Taylor fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Lawrence half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Taylor throws a leg kick but Lawrence moved away.
Lawrence attempts a counter takedown but Taylor avoids it well and moves away.
Taylor takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lawrence's jab looks to have found its range, popping Taylor under the eye.
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Taylor.
Taylor thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch but Taylor swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice side step and Taylor releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL#
Lawrence closes the distance and pushes Taylor back into the cage.#BC2#
Taylor's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
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!
The fighters circling - Lawrence throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Taylor saw that one coming.
Lawrence tries to clinch but Taylor moves out of range.
Taylor takes one on the button.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Meldrick Taylor is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Lawrence drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Taylor is keeping the position.
Taylor has control of Lawrence's left arm, preventing Lawrence from doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Meldrick Taylor will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch but Taylor swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
Taylor wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lawrence lands a nice shot that snaps Taylor's head back.
Taylor stuns Lawrence with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD#
Lawrence scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Taylor keeps working. #SUB#
Lawrence thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Taylor felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Taylor wants to control but Lawrence postures up.#T1#
Taylor might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lawrence haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Lawrence throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Taylor is not content to let Lawrence control the position. #SUB#
Lawrence is working to tighten his grip on Taylor's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Taylor has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Lawrence is really squeezing tight and eventually Taylor passes out! Lawrence breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Malachi Lawrence!

Event: SFL 32 | Red Dawn
Date: Dec 12, 2020

#R1#
Lawrence is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lawrence has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Terrorelli.
Lawrence getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Terrorelli displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lawrence throws out the jab.
Terrorelli tries a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence is wise to it.
Lawrence lands a nice shot to the body.
Lawrence misses with a hook. Terrorelli ducked under it nicely.
The fighters circling - Terrorelli throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Lawrence crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Terrorelli - the referee stops the clock and Lawrence gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Terrorelli. Lawrence manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lawrence avoids a kick to the body.
Lawrence throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lawrence throws a shot to the body.
The crowd cheers as Lawrence lands an impressive looking overhand right. Terrorelli doesn't seem phased though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lawrence swings for the body but Terrorelli moves out of range.
Terrorelli moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
Terrorelli steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.#T1#
Terrorelli lands with a kick to the temple. Lawrence shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence misses with a double jab
and Terrorelli counters with a nice leg kick.
Terrorelli takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Terrorelli dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lawrence. That did some damage!
Lawrence throws a right hand that Terrorelli ducks under and follows up with a left that Terrorelli also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Terrorelli clinches with his opponent.
Lawrence wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Terrorelli has him pressed against the cage.
Lawrence is looking to break free of the clinch but Terrorelli has double underhooks.
Terrorelli lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A bit of stalling here from Terrorelli.
Terrorelli just leaning against Lawrence, taking a breather.
Lawrence wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Lawrence blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Terrorelli content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Lawrence working hard to break the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T2##BC#
Lawrence breaks the clinch.
Terrorelli turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence slips under a jab.
Terrorelli tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Terrorelli takes a kick to the side of the head.
Lawrence lands a jab to the head.
Terrorelli throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lawrence went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Terrorelli lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lawrence's sensitive parts.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
Tobi Terrorelli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Terrorelli ducks under and follows up with a left that Terrorelli also avoids with ease.
Lawrence throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Terrorelli sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lawrence slips a jab from Terrorelli.
Terrorelli misses with a left hand
and Lawrence counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Terrorelli lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Terrorelli tests Lawrence's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Terrorelli looks to throw a body kick
and Terrorelli takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lawrence misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Terrorelli does a little dance to reset his feet.
Terrorelli throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Terrorelli throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
Lawrence throwing a counter right hand but Terrorelli manages to avoid it.
Lawrence misses with the combination.
A big right from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Terrorelli.
Lawrence takes a jab right on the kisser.
Terrorelli with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Terrorelli moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Terrorelli! But no joy.#T4#
Terrorelli wants to clinch up but Lawrence keeps it at a distance.
Lawrence staying out of range there.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Terrorelli manages to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence misses with a wild combination.
Terrorelli throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
An inside leg kick lands from Terrorelli.
Lawrence takes a swing at Terrorelli's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Terrorelli moves away.
A low kick lands for Terrorelli.
A nice leg kick lands there from Terrorelli.
Lawrence with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Terrorelli to score with a decent uppercut.
Lawrence works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Terrorelli throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lawrence.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tobi Terrorelli will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice shot lands for Lawrence.
Terrorelli has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lawrence finds it's way round the side to connect with Terrorelli's head.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Terrorelli. Those never looked like landing.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Terrorelli moves out of range.
Lawrence throws a lazy head kick
and Terrorelli counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.
An inside leg kick lands from Terrorelli.
Lawrence checks a leg kick.
Terrorelli swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Terrorelli tries a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence is wise to it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Terrorelli tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lawrence manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Terrorelli throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD#
Lawrence fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Terrorelli sprawls well initially but Lawrence persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Terrorelli's hands, connecting with Terrorelli's forehead.
Lawrence is thwarting Terrorelli's attempts to control the position.
Terrorelli felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Terrorelli desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lawrence lands a nice short elbow.
Lawrence is thwarting Terrorelli's attempts to control the position.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Terrorelli tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Terrorelli is trying to get back to full guard.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Terrorelli is working away. #T2#
Terrorelli works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Terrorelli looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lawrence is one step ahead there.
Terrorelli has control of Lawrence's left arm, preventing Lawrence from doing any damage.
Let's hope that Terrorelli has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Lawrence scoring with punches to the head and body.
Terrorelli is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Terrorelli is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Lawrence scoring with punches to the head and body.
Terrorelli wants to sweep here but Lawrence controlling him for the moment.
Terrorelli is still trying to improve position.
Lawrence with a nice head shot there.
Lawrence is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Terrorelli is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lawrence is controlling him.
Terrorelli lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing Terrorelli from controlling successfully.
Lawrence wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Terrorelli being controlled here momentarily.
Terrorelli forces his way into half guard.
Lawrence is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Ludus Magnus, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Lawrence wants to control but Terrorelli is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Terrorelli prevents Lawrence from standing back up. #SUB2#
Terrorelli is looking for a kimura but Lawrence is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Terrorelli to get the leverage.
Terrorelli sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lawrence defending well though.
Terrorelli is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Terrorelli looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lawrence trying to control but Terrorelli postures up. #SUB2#
Terrorelli is trying to work for a kimura but Lawrence is defending well.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Terrorelli is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence'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##CL2#
Terrorelli closes the distance and pushes Lawrence back into the cage.
Terrorelli has Lawrence pushed against the cage.
Lawrence managing to block the knees to the body from Terrorelli. #BC#
Lawrence breaks the clinch.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
That kick from Terrorelli tenderised Lawrence's leg. Lawrence is trying to keep his angry face on.#KD#
Oooh a lovely combination from Lawrence sends Terrorelli down but not out. Lawrence dives into side control looking to finish. #ROC#Terrorelli is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Tobi Terrorelli has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Terrorelli is trying to improve his position.
Terrorelli is still in real trouble! Can Lawrence finish him?
Lawrence is working Terrorelli over with some ground and pound from side control.
Terrorelli is trying to work for a sweep but Lawrence has mounted him!
Lawrence connects with a bit shot that sees Terrorelli covering up! More strikes from Lawrence and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Lawrence is our winner by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Malachi Lawrence!

Event: SFL 24 | Johnson vs Lomax
Date: Oct 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Torres moves out of range of the strikes.
Despite the aggression on Torres's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Torres takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A swing and a miss from Torres.
Lawrence is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#TD#
Lawrence scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Lawrence throwing shots but Torres is blocking nicely.
Torres is looking to improve his position.
Torres works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Torres preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Torres pulls Lawrence in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Lawrence working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Torres is looking for a triangle but Lawrence pushes his legs off easily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Torres keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Torres preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Lawrence got a little sloppy there for a moment and Torres has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lawrence has managed to get both his arms back between Torres's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Torres keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB2#
Torres is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lawrence's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Torres is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lawrence defends well.
Lawrence postures up. #SUB2#
Lawrence avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Torres is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Torres is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
Lawrence postures up.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence postures up and lands a big shot to Torres's brow.
Torres working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Torres is looking for a triangle but Lawrence pushes his legs off easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Torres is on top in guard. #REVB#
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
Lawrence is adopting a defensive guard.
Torres wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving.
Lawrence is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Lawrence 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#
Torres regains full guard. Nicely done.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Torres looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lawrence lands a couple of digs.
Lawrence content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Lawrence throws a combination that misses
and Torres counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Torres staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Torres on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lawrence throws a series of strikes that have Torres backpedaling.
Lawrence digs a good body shot into Torres's ribs.
Torres shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lawrence as he avoids it easily.
Lawrence dips to his left and cracks Torres with an uppercut!
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Torres.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Torres swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence loads up on a big right hand but Torres slips the punch.
Torres looks to land a right hand but Lawrence moved out of range.
Lawrence is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Torres can do to turn this around?#T1#
Torres walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lawrence missing with a left hand there. Torres was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lawrence lands with a straight right. Torres didn't see that one coming.
Lawrence takes a swing at Torres's ribcage but misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Torres does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence scores with a crisp jab that stopped Torres in his tracks.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Torres uses good head movement to avoid it.
Torres defending well as Lawrence loads up on a big left hand.
A swing and a miss from Lawrence.
Torres doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Torres bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
The fighters circling - Lawrence throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lawrence dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lawrence looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Torres feints the counter takedown.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Torres misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Torres.
Lawrence doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Torres darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T3#
Torres throws a series of strikes that have Lawrence backpedaling. #TD#
Lawrence feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB2#
Torres is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lawrence defends well.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Torres looking to control but Lawrence passes into half guard.
Lawrence drops an elbow to the side of Torres's head.
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Torres's hands, connecting with Torres's forehead.
Torres is looking to improve his position.
Torres manages to get to full guard. #T4#
Lawrence scoring with some ground and pound.
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!
Lawrence working some strikes from top position.
Lawrence with a nice head shot there.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Torres keeps moving.
Torres 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.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Torres slips a jab from Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Torres saw that one coming.
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Torres.
Torres changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A big right from Torres misses.
Torres throws a jab but it's blocked by Lawrence.
A punch combination from Torres misses.
Lawrence misses with a combination
and Torres counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lawrence swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Torres counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Torres keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Torres needs to keep his hands up - Lawrence had a free shot at his head there.
Lawrence misses with a lunging right hand
and Torres counters with a straight right hand.
Torres displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lawrence throws out the jab.
Torres swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lawrence misses with a straight left.
Torres changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lawrence lands a lovely overhand right.
Lawrence digs a good body shot into Torres's ribs.
Malachi Lawrence is winning the standup battle so far.
Lawrence throws a poor cross that misses
and Torres counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lawrence misses with a straight right.
Torres throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range. #T2#
Lawrence stalks Torres and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Torres's face. Torres staggers backwards, shaken.#TD2#
Torres shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Lawrence wants to improve his position but Torres is controlling well.
Torres is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.
Lawrence wants to improve his position but Torres is controlling well.
Lawrence trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no! #T3#
Lawrence has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lawrence rolls, trying to escape but Torres keeps control of the position.
Torres trying to control momentarily.
Torres gets his hands free as Lawrence looks to control.
Lawrence tries to escape the position.
Torres trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position. #SUB2#
Lawrence showing good submission defense here.
Lawrence is trying to break free. #T4#
Torres tries to keep control of the position but Lawrence is staying busy.
Torres is not going to allow Lawrence to sit and survive in this position.
Lawrence looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands. #SUB2#
Torres is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Lawrence is defending well though. Torres let's go of the attempt for now.
Gabriel Torres has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Torres looking for the RNC.
Lawrence tries to escape the position. #SUB2#
Lawrence has hold of Torres's leg, trying to break free but it's let Torres lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Lawrence is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Torres throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gabriel Torres!
Gabriel Torres took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: SFL 16 | High Voltage
Date: Oct 03, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Munson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Munson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lawrence doesn't seem bothered though.
Munson throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Munson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lawrence. Lawrence circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Munson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Munson connects with a body shot.
Lawrence misses with a straight left.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Munson avoids it well.
Munson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Munson ducks right into an uppercut from Lawrence.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Munson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Munson scores with a body shot.
Munson sizes up Lawrence with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence lands a nice hook to Munson's body. Munson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lawrence takes a swing at Munson's ribcage but misses.
Munson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lawrence.
Munson scores with a nice right hand.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Munson manages to avoid it.
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Munson. #T1#
Lawrence fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lawrence lands a nice shot to the body.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lawrence swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Munson counter with a right hand.
Munson looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
Robert Munson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Munson.
Lawrence slips a jab from Munson.
The fighters circling - Munson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lawrence tries to bum rush Munson with a series of wild strikes but Munson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lawrence throws a sloppy body shot
and Munson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lawrence on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Crunch! Munson slams his shin into Lawrence's torso.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Munson looks to land a body kick but Lawrence moved away.#T2#
Munson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Munson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lawrence has time to react.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
Lawrence drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Munson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lawrence swinging wildly here.
Munson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lawrence had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Munson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Munson tries a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence is wise to it.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Munson throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Munson. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence misses with a body shot.
Jab by Munson.
Munson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lawrence throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Munson's waist but Munson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lawrence off to one side.
Munson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Munson scores with a body shot. #T3#
Munson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lawrence walks forward, straight into a front kick from Munson.
A looping hook to the body misses from Munson. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Munson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Lawrence on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Munson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lawrence scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Lawrence is looking to wear down Munson with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Munson throws a lazy right hand but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lawrence misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence takes one to the chin there.
Munson scores with a punch to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Munson has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Lawrence feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Munsons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Munson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lawrence slips under a jab from Munson.#T4#
Lawrence thuds a left hand into Munson's body.
Lawrence works over Munson's head and body with a nice combination.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Munson moves out of range.
Munson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Munson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Munson looks to land a right hand but Lawrence moved out of range.
Lawrence cracks Munson with a right hand to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Lawrence.
Munson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lawrence looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lawrence swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Munson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lawrence takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Munson scores with a nice body kick.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Munson avoids them all with ease.
Munson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Munson ducks under and follows up with a left that Munson also avoids with ease.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Munson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
That kick from Munson tenderised Lawrence's leg. Lawrence is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lawrence lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Munson at a distance.
Munson looks to land a body kick but Lawrence moved away.
Munson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lawrence avoids the body shot from Munson.
Munson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lawrence stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Lawrence might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Robert Munson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice cross by Munson.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Munson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Munson loads up on a big right hand but Lawrence slips the punch.
Munson misses with a leg kick
and Lawrence counters with a straight right hand.
Munson just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Lawrence misses with an uppercut
and Munson counters with a nice leg kick.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Munson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Munson misses with a wild body shot.
Munson throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Munson throws a lazy uppercut
and Lawrence counters with a left and a right that stings Munson.
Lawrence displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Munson throws out the jab.
Lawrence scores with a nice right hand.
Munson lands a nice looking body shot.
Munson misses with a wild combination.
Munson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A telegraphed right hand from Munson misses the target.
Munson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence scores with a crisp jab that stopped Munson in his tracks.
Munson throws a body shot but no joy.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Lawrence takes one to the chin there.
Lawrence throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Munson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lawrence scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lawrence lands a nice looking body shot.
Lawrence throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Munson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Munson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Munson lands a body shot.
Lawrence takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Munson throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence thuds a left hand into Munson's body.
Lawrence throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lawrence looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Munson swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lawrence.
Munson is looking to slow Lawrence down with leg kicks.
Decent striking displayed by Munson there.#T3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Munson, as that shot connected.
Munson throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence lands with a shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Lawrence 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Munson lands a jab.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Munson circles away quickly and effectively.
Nice uppercut lands for Lawrence. That snapped Munson's head back.
Munson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lawrence makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lawrence takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Munson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Munson does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Munson 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.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Munson.
Lawrence fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Munson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lawrence misses with a lunging right hand
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Munson just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Munson.
Munson takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Munson scores with a nice strike.
Munson misses with a body shot.
Munson tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Munson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Munson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Munson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.#TD#
Lawrence shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Munson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Lawrence postures up.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence is in close to Munson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Munson has Lawrence pulled in close to control his posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Munson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Lawrence's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Munson lands a head kick!
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Munson dips to his left and cracks Lawrence with an uppercut!
A shot to the liver by Munson. Beautiful body shot.#TD#
Munson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Munson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawrence doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawrence manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Lawrence is working Munson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Munson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB2#
Munson looking for a guillotine here but Lawrence defends easily.
Lawrence stands up over Munson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Lawrence working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Munson's head.
Munson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lawrence has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Munson trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Munson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Munson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Munson preventing the sweep.
Munson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Munson is keen to just control but Lawrence is a slippery customer.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence tries to roll over but Munson keeps him under control.
Munson trying to control from half guard but Lawrence is working away.
Lawrence controlling the position for now.
Lawrence is looking to improve his position.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Lawrence is working hard here to advance position.
Lawrence has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Munson is working away from the top position though.
Munson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Robert Munson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lawrence is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#TD#
Lawrence feints and as Munson raises his hands in defense, Lawrence changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Munson trying to control the position here.
Lawrence works over Munson with some ground and pound from guard.
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Munson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lawrence postures up.
Munson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Munson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lawrence throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.

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 Malachi Lawrence.
I think Munson 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29

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

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

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boi blocks a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Lawrence as he connects with a hook.
Lawrence throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've been hearing reports that Boi has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Boi misses with a straight right.
Lawrence lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Some wild striking there from Lawrence.
Lawrence thuds a left hand into Boi's body.
Boi misses with a body shot.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lawrence pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Boi throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Boi staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Boi with that takedown attempt.
Boi looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
Lawrence swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Boi connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lawrence momentarily.
Lawrence misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Lawrence looks to throw the jab but Boi is out of range.
Boi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence throws a hook to the side of Boi's head but Boi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
No joy there for Lawrence, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A jab from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
A big right from Lawrence misses.
Nice defenses there by Boi.
A slapping leg kick lands for Boi.
Boi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A little jabbing left from Lawrence on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lawrence tries to bum rush Boi with a series of wild strikes but Boi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Boi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lawrence.
Boi throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence misses with the combination. #T2#
Lawrence tries to move into range but Boi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Boi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boi throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
Lawrence lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Boi backs up against the cage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boi. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boi throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Lawrence moves out of range of the leg kick from Boi.
A slow jab from Lawrence misses its intended target.
Boi lands a lovely overhand right.
Lawrence moves out of range of the strikes.
Lawrence takes a swing at Boi's ribcage but misses.
Boi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boi.
Nice shot lands for Boi.
Boi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T3#
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boi was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.
Boi has a takedown stuffed.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boi.
Lawrence throws a jab but it's blocked by Boi.
Boi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lawrence.
Lawrence scores with a shot to the body.
Lawrence's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lawrence scrambles back to his feet.
Boi lands a slapping body shot.
Boi throws a sloppy body shot
and Lawrence counters with a nice uppercut.
A jab from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Boi avoids it well.
Boi moves out of range as Lawrence strikes.
Decent striking displayed by Lawrence there.
Boi moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Boi.
Boi stalks Lawrence and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Lawrence's face. Lawrence staggers backwards, shaken.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice shot lands for Lawrence.
Boi swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Boi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Boi.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Boi saw that one coming.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boi misses with a two punch combination.
Lawrence moves into range and connects with a jab.
Boi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A left lands for Boi.
Boi walks into a left hand.
Boi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#ROC2#Boi is rocked!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence tests Boi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oh Boi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Boi misses with a looping right.
BOOM! Lawrence lands a beautiful left hook that drops Boi. Boi tries to recover but Lawrence is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Boi lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Malachi Lawrence!

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

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lawrence takes a swing at Brawler's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Brawler pushes Lawrence up against the cage in a clinch.
Brawler lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Lawrence throws a head punch that misses.
Brawler has a couple of punches blocked by Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a shot to the kidneys.
I was talking to Lawrence's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Lawrence tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Brawler's elbow.
Lawrence goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lawrence has Brawler pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Brawler manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Brawler scores with a nice hook to the head.
Brawler tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lawrence's elbow. #BC2#
Brawler pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Good standup being displayed there by Brawler as he connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brawler tries to score with a low kick but Lawrence moves his leg out of the way.
Lawrence darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Brawler fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bobby Brawler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brawler displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lawrence.
Brawler is looking to chop away at Lawrence's legs.
Lawrence is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T1#
Brawler fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lawrence on the side of the head.
Brawler connects with a looping right hand.
Bobby Brawler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Brawler. That's going to slow Lawrence down.
Brawler fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lawrence on the side of the head.
Lawrence changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Brawler tries to avoid it but Lawrence manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Brawler to the ground. Brawler escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Brawler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. Brawler sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Brawler looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
Brawler misses the jab.
Brawler listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lawrence takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lawrence has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Brawler.
Brawler lets loose with a powerful body kick. Lawrence will feel that in the morning.
Brawler swings away with a leg kick that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brawler with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Brawler throws out a leg kick but Lawrence moves out of range and Brawler only half commits.
Brawler looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Brawler lands a jab to Lawrence's midsection.#T2#
Brawler fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Brawler dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
Lawrence scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Lawrence bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lawrence 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.
Brawler avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Brawler throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
Brawler getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Brawler misses with a kick to the body.
Lawrence checks a low kick from Brawler.
Brawler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lawrence.
Brawler tries a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence is wise to it.
Brawler scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Brawler throws a leg kick but Lawrence sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lawrence tries to bum rush Brawler with a series of wild strikes but Brawler uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lawrence is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Lawrence! #T3#
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Brawler scoring well with a low kick there.
Lawrence throws a hook but Brawler avoids it easily.
Lawrence throws a chopping leg kick but Brawler manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Brawler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Brawler looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
Lawrence moves out of range as Brawler throws a body kick.
A nice leg kick from Brawler, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence is looking to clinch but Brawler is avoiding it.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Brawler looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lawrence closes this distance looking for a takedown but Brawler circles away.
Brawler has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Lawrence tries to clinch there but Brawler circles away.
Brawler staying out of range there.
Brawler fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lawrence.
Brawler looks to throw the jab but Lawrence is out of range. #T4#
Brawler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Brawler jabs at Lawrence's body.
Brawler throws a big shot that misses.
Brawler misses with a hook. Lawrence ducked under it nicely.
Lawrence throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Brawler stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab by Brawler.
Brawler throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Lawrence misses with a double jab.
Brawler throws out a counter right but Lawrence avoids it with no problem.
Brawler throws the kick towards the body but Lawrence avoids it.
Lawrence drops down looking for a counter takedown but Brawler sprawls and moves away.
Lawrence tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lawrence takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Brawler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lawrence.
Brawler dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Brawler listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Brawler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Brawler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Brawler with a nice cross.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Brawler dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Brawler cracks a nice hook into Lawrence's ribs.
Brawler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
Brawler drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Lawrence misses with a lunging right hand
and Brawler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Brawler thumps Lawrence with a low kick.
Brawler lands a glancing blow to the side of Lawrence's head.
Lawrence tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Brawler manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence throws a looping overhand right but Brawler ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
Brawler closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Brawler has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brawler blocks a body shot from Lawrence.
Brawler lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brawler.
Brawler misses with a body punch.
Brawler lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brawler prevents a body shot from Lawrence.
Brawler misses with a hook from the clinch.
Brawler blocks a body shot from Lawrence.
Brawler scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Brawler throws a head punch that misses.
Brawler lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brawler.
Brawler lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2#
Brawler manages to break the clinch.
Brawler with the inside leg kick.
Brawler dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Brawler moves out of range.
A jab from Brawler misses.
Brawler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
Lawrence drops down looking for a counter takedown but Brawler sprawls and moves away.
Brawler throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Brawler clinches up with Lawrence and pushes him back against the cage.
Brawler trying to control the position but instead, Lawrence has worked for underhooks and has pushed Brawler into the cage.
Lawrence works on Brawler's body with a couple of short punches.
Brawler is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lawrence is keeping busy.#T2#
A left hand lands to the body for Brawler.
Lawrence blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lawrence misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lawrence has a couple of punches blocked by Brawler.
Lawrence throws a punch but it's blocked by Brawler.
Lawrence misses with a hook from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brawler.
Lawrence struggles to land a body shot inside as Brawler controls his hands.
Lawrence tries to throw a body punch but Brawler avoids it by throwing Lawrence back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Brawler.
Brawler lands a left hand.
A right hook to the body lands for Brawler.
Brawler prevents a body shot from Lawrence.
Bobby Brawler seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Brawler blocks a body shot from Lawrence.
Brawler lands a left hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lawrence. #T3#
Brawler throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lawrence blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lawrence tries a body shot but Brawler blocks it.
Brawler gets through Lawrence's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lawrence tries to work over Brawler's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Brawler has Lawrence pressed against the cage.
A short right from Brawler on the inside.
Lawrence goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Brawler makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Brawler.
Brawler lands a shoulder strike.
Brawler lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards. #CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Brawler pushes Lawrence back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Brawler.
Brawler lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brawler lands an uppercut.
Brawler will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lawrence up against the cage.#T4#
Lawrence struggles to land a body shot inside as Brawler controls his hands.
Brawler just leaning against Lawrence, taking a breather.
Lawrence throws a punch but it's blocked by Brawler.
Brawler pushes Lawrence back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lawrence misses with a body punch.
Brawler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Brawler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lawrence's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Brawler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Brawler taking a breather.
Brawler lands with a light punch inside.
Brawler throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Brawler pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Brawler connects with a right hand. Lawrence shakes it off.
Brawler fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lawrence is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Brawler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Brawler scoring well with a low kick there.
Brawler looks to land a body kick but Lawrence moved away.
Brawler throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
Brawler comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Brawler connects with a solid leg kick.
Lawrence cracks Brawler with a good jab.
Brawler's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lawrence under the eye.
Lawrence takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Brawler scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lawrence's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Brawler connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lawrence scrambles back to his feet.
Brawler looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brawler.
Lawrence checks a leg kick nicely.
Bobby Brawler seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Brawler is looking to land body kicks.#T1#
Brawler takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Brawler looks for the body kick but Lawrence saw that one coming.
Lawrence feinted with a counter takedown.
Brawler digs a good hook to Lawrence's body.
Brawler scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Brawler lands a leg kick that knocks Lawrence off balance momentarily.
Brawler tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Brawler avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
Brawler slips under a jab.
Lawrence takes one on the button.
Brawler dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
Brawler connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brawler.
Brawler misses with a low kick.
Brawler misses with a looping left.#T2#
Lawrence connects with a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Lawrence moves forwards but Brawler connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Brawler takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lawrence goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lawrence displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Brawler throws out the jab.
Lawrence takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lawrence moves away from the strike by Brawler.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Brawler sprawls well. Brawler wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet.
Brawler tries to land a front kick but Lawrence steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lawrence feinted with a counter takedown.
Lawrence fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lawrence has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Brawler.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Good exchange - Brawler coming out on top.
Brawler dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lawrence. That did some damage!
Brawler throws a body kick that misses.
Brawler throws a leg kick #TD#
so Lawrence counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Brawler manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Brawler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Lawrence blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Brawler blocks a body shot from Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a body punch.
Lawrence makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brawler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lawrence misses with a body punch.
Brawler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lawrence can't find room to land a body shot as Brawler controls the action.
Brawler lands a body shot. #T4#
Lawrence tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A body shot lands from Brawler.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Brawler working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Brawler lands a shot to the body.
Brawler lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Brawler lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Brawler prevents the takedown attempt.
Brawler lands with a right to the head.
Brawler lands a hook that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Brawler works on Lawrence's body with a couple of short punches.
Lawrence working aggressively here.
Brawler lands with a short shot to the head.
Brawler gets through Lawrence's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence misses with some punches.
Lawrence goes for a takedown in the clinch but Brawler prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brawler throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lawrences head.
Bobby Brawler is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lawrence looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Brawler lands a shoulder strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bobby Brawler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Brawler 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30

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

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

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Magomedov connects with a body shot.
Lawrence lands a jab-cross combination.
Lawrence checks a leg kick.
Lawrence swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Magomedov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence thows a leg kick but Magomedov checks it
and Magomedov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lawrence throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Magomedov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Aly Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Lawrence throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magomedov swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
A countering left hand to the body from Magomedov misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Lawrence connects with a body shot.
Magomedov throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.#T1#
Magomedov sizes up Lawrence with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Magomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lawrence half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lawrence has a takedown stuffed.
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Magomedov checks the leg kick.
Magomedov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lawrence displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magomedov throws out the jab.
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch but Magomedov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magomedov tests Lawrence's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Aly Magomedov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence lands with a right hand. #CL2#
Magomedov has managed to clinch. #T2#
Lawrence struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Lawrence scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov gets through Lawrence's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head. #CUT2#Malachi Lawrence's cut is getting worse.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Lawrence controls the action.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Lawrence fails to land.
Magomedov is working Lawrence over against the cage.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Lawrence goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lawrence's elbow. #BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lawrence doesn't seem bothered though. #T3#
Magomedov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lawrence is breathing heavily.
Lawrence throws a big shot that misses.
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
Magomedov throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Magomedov misses with a combination #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a nice double leg into side control. Magomedov won't be happy with that.
Magomedov struggling a bit here.
Lawrence throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Magomedov works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure. #SUB#
Lawrence is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Magomedov is just riding it out for now. Lawrence eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
Magomedov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lawrence's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lawrence's back!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence is keeping busy.
You can see the frustration on Lawrence's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Lawrence breaks Magomedov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
We've been hearing that Lawrence has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Magomedov working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aly Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
That's time! Lawrence's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Lawrence doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Magomedov misses with a double jab #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a single leg into guard. Magomedov didn't expect that.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Magomedov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Lawrence seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Lawrence trying to control the position.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov stays in close to Lawrence's body and controls the position.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Lawrence.#T1#
Lawrence is working hard here to advance position.
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov being controlled here momentarily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lawrence is on top in guard. #REVR#
Magomedov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawrence postures up and lands a big shot to Magomedov's brow.
Lawrence won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here. #T2#
Magomedov keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Magomedov trying to keep a closed guard but Lawrence is proving a slippery customer.
Magomedov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Magomedov blocks nicely.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Magomedov blocks nicely.
Magomedov has control of Lawrence's left arm, preventing Lawrence from doing any damage.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Magomedov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3##SUB#
Lawrence looking for a guillotine here but Magomedov defends easily.
Magomedov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lawrence wants to sweep here but Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lawrence looking to hit a scissor sweep but Magomedov is one step ahead there.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Magomedov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T4#
Magomedov controlling the position.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Magomedov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Lawrence looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawrence, not yet.
Lawrence keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass.
Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Lawrence.
Lawrence looking to control.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving. #SUB#
Lawrence is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Magomedov is aware though and is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Lawrence is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Lawrence is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Magomedov 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.
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 Malachi Lawrence will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
That's time! Lawrence's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Magomedov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magomedov. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence misses with a straight left.
Magomedov throws out a counter right but Lawrence avoids it with no problem.
Nice jab there from Magomedov.
Magomedov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lawrence connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Magomedov scrambles back to his feet.
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomedov just misses with a punch to the body.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence checks a leg kick.
Magomedov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Lawrence.
Lawrence loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Magomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Magomedov controlling the position.#T1#
Magomedov keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Magomedov controls Lawrence momentarily but Lawrence frees himself.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lawrence's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
Magomedov seems keen to control Lawrence's posture.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Lawrence bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Magomedov's head backwards.
Lawrence lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Lawrence lands a nice shot that snaps Magomedov's head back.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Magomedov as he jumps to the side.
Magomedov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lawrence with a poor takedown
and Magomedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Despite the aggression on Magomedov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A low kick from Magomedov is predictable there #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Magomedov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lawrence is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Lawrence missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Magomedov trying to control from the bottom.
Magomedov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The fighters are battling for position here. Magomedov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Magomedov has control of Lawrence's left arm, preventing Lawrence from doing any damage.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Magomedov has his feet on Lawrence's thighs here. He's pushed Lawrence 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! Lawrence screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aly Magomedov!
Aly Magomedov 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: RFC: Eye vs. Halli
Date: May 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Damba circles away quickly and effectively.
Damba throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Dado Damba seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Damba throws a shot from downtown. Lawrence moves away and avoids it.
Damba thumps Lawrence with a low kick.
Damba missing with a left hand there. Lawrence was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Damba keeps the fight on the outside.
Damba pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lawrence is out of range and Damba settles back down.
Lawrence tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Damba will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lawrence moves out of range of the body kick.
Damba swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a nice double leg into side control. Damba won't be happy with that.
Lawrence tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Damba is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lawrence has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Damba parries the strikes from Lawrence easily there. Lawrence is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Damba to escape. #T1#
Lawrence grinds an elbow into Damba's temple.
Lawrence working away.
Damba is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lawrence's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Damba's coaches at White Eagle have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Damba keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Damba is defending against the submission attempts here by Lawrence. #SUB#
Damba actively working from the bottom here.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawrence working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ground and pound from Lawrence. #T2#
Ground and pound from Lawrence.
Lawrence scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Damba actively working from the bottom here.
Lawrence throwing shots but Damba is blocking nicely.
Damba is trying to control but can't.
Lawrence is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Damba is not content to let Lawrence control the position.
Damba avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Damba is looking to control Lawrence's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Damba avoid being mounted?#T3#
Lawrence is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Lawrence is working for a submission of some sort.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Damba is working away.
Damba trying to hold on to Lawrence's head to control him but Lawrence postures up.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Damba looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Lawrence is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Damba has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lawrence is nestled in close to Damba, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Damba is trying to control but can't.
Damba tries to get to full guard but Lawrence has control of the leg.
Lawrence is looking to take a break and control but Damba is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Damba cracks Lawrence with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Dado Damba has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A slapping leg kick lands for Damba. #TD2#
Lawrence gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Damba sees it coming and defends easily.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Damba to regain full guard.
Damba keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Damba working for a triangle but Lawrence defends it easily.
Lawrence throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Lawrence trying to control but Damba is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Damba throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Damba keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Lawrence throwing strikes but missing.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Damba is keeping the position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lawrence works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Damba is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are battling for position here. Damba manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Damba keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence lands a couple of digs.
Lawrence trying to control but Damba is working from the bottom.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Damba keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass. #SUB#
Damba isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Lawrence stacks Damba on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Lawrence!
Lawrence throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Damba knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Damba is working from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Damba on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Damba manages to get back to half guard.
Damba is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lawrence drops an elbow to the side of Damba's head.
Damba is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lawrence scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Damba looking for submissions off his back.
Lawrence is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Damba is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lawrence pulls his head out easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Damba gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Damba has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Damba is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence postures up.
Damba keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass. #T1#
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lawrence stands and throws Damba's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Damba is trying to control Lawrence's posture but Lawrence avoids it.
Lawrence has control of an arm but Damba manages to advance to Lawrence's back!
Lawrence trying to control the action but Damba just sinks the hooks in.
I really don't envy Lawrence right now.
Lawrence prevents Damba from getting a body triangle.
Lawrence rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #T2#
Damba trying to control the pace.
Lawrence wants to control but Damba is keeping busy.
Damba seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lawrence does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lawrence trying to control from the bottom.
Damba is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lawrence is trying to maintain the position but Damba is very close to passing his half guard.#SU#
Damba decides to stand up.
Damba lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T3#
Damba dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lawrence. That did some damage!
Damba throws a quick inside leg kick.
Damba swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in and gets a takedown into Damba's guard.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Damba is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lawrence sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Damba doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Lawrence paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Damba - great work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dado Damba!

Event: RFC Live in Sydney 1
Date: Apr 25, 2020

#R1#
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Leifsson moves out of range.
Leifsson slips a straight right by Lawrence.
Leifsson works Lawrence's body with a nice hook.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Leifsson throws out a counter right but Lawrence avoids it with no problem.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt
and Leifsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lawrence lands a nice shot that snaps Leifsson's head back.
Leifsson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lawrence has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Some wild striking there from Leifsson.
Skjoldr Leifsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Leifsson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Lawrence to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Lawrence landing some decent shots from guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Leifsson is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Leifsson is pulling down on Lawrence's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Lawrence got a little sloppy there for a moment and Leifsson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lawrence has managed to get both his arms back between Leifsson's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Leifsson working for a triangle but Lawrence defends it easily. #SUB2#
Leifsson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Leifsson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Leifsson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Leifsson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lawrence gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Leifsson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Leifsson is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Leifsson throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Lawrence escapes and throws Leifsson's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Leifsson has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Leifsson manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T3#
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Leifsson defending well though. #SUB#
Lawrence wants to work for an arm triangle but Leifsson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Leifsson trying to control but Lawrence postures up.
Leifsson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lawrence's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lawrence's back!
Lawrence staying busy and making it hard for Leifsson to control.
Lawrence tries to break free.
Leifsson tries to get the hooks in deep but Lawrence pushed the leg off.
Leifsson just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Leifsson not allowing Lawrence to control his hands.
Leifsson is hanging on to Lawrence's back as he tries to escape. #T4#
Leifsson biding his time, controlling Lawrence.
Lawrence wants to escape the position. #SUB2#
Leifsson has his arm under Lawrence's chin here. Game over son! Leifsson squeezes tightly and Lawrence is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Skjoldr Leifsson!
Skjoldr Leifsson 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: WPFC 53 - Papi vs. Wolfang
Date: Mar 21, 2020

#R1#
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but McDonald moves out of range.
McDonald seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Donk. Lawrence catches McDonald right on the button with a cross.
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lawrence has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as McDonald is landing a low percentage of strikes.
McDonald scores with a kick to the body.
Lawrence slips a jab and a cross from McDonald.
McDonald fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McDonald misses with a head kick.
Lawrence with the counter takedown but McDonald avoids it easily.
McDonald pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McDonald throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
A cross from Lawrence lands.
Lawrence moves out of range of the body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonald avoids a punch combination nicely.
McDonald is looking for a counter combo.#T1#
McDonald swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for McDonald!
McDonald tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lawrence wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
An elbow from Lawrence crashes against the mat.
McDonald is trying to get back to half guard.
McDonald manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but McDonald dodges it nicely.
Ground and pound from Lawrence.
Lawrence is nestled in close to McDonald, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Lawrence is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
McDonald looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Lawrence winds up and cracks McDonald with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
McDonald is defending against the submission attempts here by Lawrence. #SUB2#
Lawrence is working for a kimura but McDonald is defending it quite comfortably.
McDonald moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
McDonald has his foot on Lawrence's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lawrence works his way back into a safe position though.
McDonald wants to sweep here but Lawrence controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Lawrence scoring with some ground and pound.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McDonald looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lawrence is one step ahead there.
Lawrence cracks McDonald with a solid left hand.
McDonald keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed McDonald's guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McDonald is just riding it out for now. Lawrence eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Lawrence 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. #T4##SUB#
McDonald looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McDonald is looking to improve his position.
Lawrence is nestled in close to McDonald, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
McDonald controlling the position for now.
Lawrence working over McDonald with some ground and pound. McDonald looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Lawrence throws a right and a left that McDonald avoids nicely.
McDonald moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
McDonald pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lawrence with the counter takedown but McDonald avoids it easily.
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
McDonald misses with the combination.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence blocks a head kick by McDonald.
McDonald takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McDonald lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McDonald just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from Lawrence.
McDonald went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
McDonald keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Lawrence walks into a left hand.
Lawrence avoids the body shot from McDonald.
McDonald has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McDonald there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but McDonald avoids it well.
Lawrence takes a head kick and keeps coming.
McDonald tries a low kick but Lawrence avoids it.
Lawrence dodges the punch combination from McDonald.
Lawrence is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McDonald stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McDonald wants it to stay on the feet.
McDonald misses with a straight right.
McDonald scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lawrence throws a nice looking combination but McDonald bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McDonald tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
McDonald getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lawrence on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McDonald. McDonald obviously looking to wear him down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
McDonald misses with a kick to the body.
Lawrence tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lawrence getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McDonald connects with a solid leg kick.
McDonald jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
David McDonald is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but McDonald avoids it well.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
McDonald throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lawrence.
Lawrence has his takedown stuffed
and McDonald counters with a three punch combo that has Lawrence backing up. Lawrence nods at McDonald to acknowledge the strikes.
David McDonald has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.#T3#
Lawrence slips a jab and a cross from McDonald.
McDonald walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lawrence checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but McDonald uses good head movement to avoid it.
McDonald throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence drops down looking to force a counter takedown but McDonald defends it well.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but McDonald shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
Lawrence has taken the fight to the clinch.
McDonald misses with a hook to the ribs.
McDonald makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lawrence wants a takedown but no success here.
A nice right hand lands inside from McDonald.
Lawrence blocks an uppercut.
Lawrence is looking to take this one to the mat.
Lawrence is trying to work for a single leg takedown but McDonald pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A left hand lands to the body for McDonald.
Lawrence is breathing heavily.#T4##TD2#
Lawrence tightens his grip and picks McDonald up, before dumping him to the ground. McDonald manages to land in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDonald is trying to control the position but Lawrence postures up. #SUB#
McDonald looking for a guillotine here but Lawrence defends easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McDonald is on top in guard. #REVR#
McDonald wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving.
Lawrence trying to keep a closed guard but McDonald is proving a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David McDonald dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lawrence gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lawrence shoots in but McDonald avoids the takedown attempt easily.
McDonald with a hook.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
McDonald stuffs the takedown.
McDonald is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown but McDonald manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawrence's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
David McDonald has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McDonald moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McDonald lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McDonald circles away quickly and effectively.
McDonald fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence just manages to avoid it.#T1#
McDonald scores with a jab.
Lawrence throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lawrence avoids the body shot from McDonald.
McDonald is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McDonald scores with a jab to the jaw.
McDonald looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
Lawrence throws a right hand that McDonald ducks under and follows up with a left that McDonald also avoids with ease.
Lawrence misses with a double jab
and McDonald counters with a stiff right hand.
McDonald walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McDonald takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Lawrence misses with a double jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick by McDonald misses #TD2#
and Lawrence counters with a takedown into side control. #T2#
Lawrence is chipping away with strikes.
Malachi Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
McDonald is looking for a sweep.
McDonald can't do much from the bottom here.
McDonald tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lawrence wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lawrence working the head with strikes.
Lawrence lands some shots froms side control.
McDonald tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lawrence wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
McDonald is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lawrence's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
McDonald is pressing down on Lawrence's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3#
McDonald not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lawrence scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
McDonald working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawrence doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawrence manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lawrence is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Lawrence avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lawrence lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lawrence postures up and lands a big shot to McDonald's brow.
McDonald 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.#SUB#
McDonald looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Lawrence content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Lawrence stopping the sweep attempt from McDonald.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
Lawrence distracts McDonald with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lawrence slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
McDonald regains half guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, McDonald has managed to free his arm - good work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lawrence lands a nice short elbow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Malachi Lawrence comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lawrence 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!
David McDonald was interviewed post fight and said 'Man. Fighting's a tough game. '.

Event: WPFC 50 - We're Coming
Date: Feb 29, 2020

#R1#
Lawrence throws a right hand that Knox ducks under and follows up with a left that Knox also avoids with ease.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Knox.
Lawrence attempts a counter takedown but Knox avoids it well and moves away.
Knox 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.
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch up but Knox swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown but Knox manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawrence's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Knox scores with a punch to the head.
Knox punishes Lawrence's body with a nice straight punch.
Knox lands with an uppercut that bounces Lawrence off the cage and back into range.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence tries to clinch up
and Knox counters with a left and a right that stings Lawrence.
Knox jabs at Lawrence's body.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that Knox avoids nicely.
Knox throws out a counter right but Lawrence avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Lawrence misses with a jab to the body
and Knox counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Knox takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Knox breaks from the clinch.
Lawrence rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Knox counters with a stiff right hand.
Lawrence seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Lawrence throws a left and a right that both miss
and Knox connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Knox circles away from the clinch attempt.
Knox with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD#
Lawrence shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Lawrence is working for a submission of some sort.
Lawrence landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Knox moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lawrence tries to free his leg and advance position but Knox is retaining full guard.
Knox is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Knox keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knox has momentary wrist control but Lawrence slips an elbow through the middle.
Knox is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3#
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lawrence is pushing down on Knox's leg trying to pass to half guard. Knox is fighting to maintain full guard but Lawrence has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Lawrence 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#
Lawrence is working for a kimura but Knox is defending it quite comfortably.
Knox tries to get to full guard but Lawrence has control of the leg. #SUB#
Lawrence is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Knox is just riding it out for now. Lawrence eventually gives up the hold.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Knox dodges it nicely. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Knox is doing well to control the position and prevent Lawrence from advancing to side control.
Knox slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Knox pulls Lawrence in close to prevent any damage.
Knox is trying to keep Lawrence in close.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence is fighting to break Knox's control of his arms but Knox is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aramis Knox dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Knox dips to his left and cracks Lawrence with an uppercut!
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Knox moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Knox fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.#TD#
Lawrence closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Knox is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox can't do much from the bottom here.
Knox might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lawrence haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Knox defending against the ground and pound. #T1#
Lawrence in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Knox is trying to control Lawrence's posture but Lawrence avoids it.
Knox holding on.
Knox on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #SUB#
Lawrence tries for a kimura but Knox is defending well.
Lawrence sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Knox is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Knox is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Knox's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2##SUB#
Lawrence goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Knox has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lawrence but great work by Knox.
A lull in the action here as Knox stalls from top position.
Lawrence tries to improve position but can't.
Lawrence is working hard here to advance position.
Knox taking a breather here. #T3#
Lawrence is trying to improve his position.
Knox just content to control the position.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep.
Knox controlling the position from side mount.
Lawrence looking for a sweep but Knox has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Knox takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lawrence sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Well, if Knox 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.
Lawrence is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lawrence is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lawrence throws a left and a right that both miss
and Knox connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Aramis Knox seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Knox.
Lawrence with a lazy takedown attempt
and Knox counters with a right hand to the body.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Knox works Lawrence's body with a nice hook.
Lawrence drops his hands momentarily and Knox takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #TD#
Lawrence gets the takedown into side control.
Knox is looking for a sweep.
Lawrence working the ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knox isn't going anywhere.
Knox is trying to control Lawrence's posture but Lawrence avoids it.
Knox is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Lawrence working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Knox is trying to control Lawrence's posture but Lawrence avoids it.
Knox manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Knox is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Knox doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawrence.
Knox controlling the position for now.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Knox wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura here.
Knox keeping hold of Lawrence's head, controlling as best he can.
Let's hope that Knox has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Knox trying to hold on to Lawrence's head to control him but Lawrence postures up. #T3#
Knox gets full guard.
Knox is pulling down on Lawrence's head to control his posture.
Knox is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Knox pulls Lawrence in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Knox throws a hook but Lawrence avoids it easily.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Knox.
Lawrence tries to clinch up
and Knox counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Knox misses with a straight left.
No luck for Lawrence with that takedown attempt.
It seemed like Knox was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lawrence half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Knox throws a big shot that misses.
Lawrence closes this distance looking for a takedown but Knox circles away.
Knox looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice jab there from Knox.
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch up but Knox swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Knox swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence swings widly with a right hand
letting Knox counter with a right hand.
Knox swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lawrence throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Knox's waist but Knox gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lawrence off to one side.

And that's the end of the fight!
Aramis Knox comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Knox 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: WPFC 43 - Bergeron vs. Ivanov
Date: Jan 11, 2020

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pollock, as that shot connected.
Pollock throws a body shot but no joy.
Pollock throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pollock lands a head kick!
Lawrence looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lawrence takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lawrence dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pollock.
Pollock scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT2#
It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Pollock connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lawrence scrambles back to his feet.
Pollock looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
Lawrence feinted with a counter takedown.
Pollock takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Lawrence slips a straight right by Pollock.
Lawrence avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pollock, as that shot connected.
Jackson Pollock seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Pollock slips a jab and a cross from Lawrence.
Pollock bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Pollock jabs Lawrence to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Pollock's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lawrence under the eye.
Lawrence blocks a jab.
Lawrence attempts a counter takedown but Pollock avoids it well and moves away.
Pollock stuns Lawrence with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Pollock swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Pollock uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lawrence.
Pollock appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Pollock misses with a hook.
Pollock lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pollock moves away.
Pollock let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Pollock feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Lawrence's calf.
Pollock lands with a thumping leg kick.
Pollock throws a leg kick which misses Lawrence's front leg but catches the back leg as Lawrence tries to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pollock has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Pollock there as he acknowledges the shot.#T2#
Lawrence takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pollock scores with a hook.
Pollock throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pollock is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lawrence had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Pollock moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
Lawrence blocks a leg kick.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pollock manages to avoid it.
Pollock lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice leg kick lands there from Pollock.
Pollock paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Pollock misses with a kick to the body.
Lawrence attempts a counter takedown but Pollock avoids it well and moves away.
Pollock shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lawrence tries to counter with a takedown but Pollock is quick to defend against it.
Pollock scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lawrence is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Pollock.
Pollock motions for Lawrence to come forward. Pollock throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pollock.#T3##CL2#
Pollock gets a clinch.
Pollock tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lawrence misses with some punches.
Pollock scores with a shoulder strike.
Lawrence blocking some punches.
Pollock misses with the head strike.
Lawrence has had enough of the clinch but Pollock keeps him there for the moment.
Lawrence wants a takedown.
Lawrence is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Pollock lands a body punch in the clinch.
Pollock scores with a hook to the body.
A hook to the body from Pollock.
Pollock stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Pollock scores with a shoulder strike.
Pollock lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Pollock tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lawrence's elbow.
Lawrence looking to stall.
Pollock softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Pollock lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lawrence.
Pollock has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Lawrence seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Pollock can turn it around.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pollock lands a hook that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
A short right from Pollock on the inside.
Pollock lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pollock is working Lawrence over against the cage.
Lawrence tries to circle away but Pollock has him pinned against the cage.
Lawrence can't get the takedown.
Lawrence is breathing heavily.
Pollock lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Pollock works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Pollock makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Pollock lands a left hand.
Pollock lands a right hand.
Pollock scores with a shoulder strike.
Pollock lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Lawrence tries to break free but Pollock pushes him back against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pollock lands a hook that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Lawrence's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Pollock lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pollock cracks a nice hook into Lawrence's ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jackson Pollock dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
That's time! Lawrence's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Pollock.
Pollock swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Pollock scores with the left hand. Lawrence knows he should have avoided that one.
Lawrence digs a good body shot into Pollock's ribs.
Pollock throws a lazy right hand but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lawrence drops down looking for a counter takedown but Pollock sprawls and moves away.
Pollock fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lawrence.
Lawrence needs to keep his hands up - Pollock had a free shot at his head there.
Pollock paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Jackson Pollock seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence closes the distance looking to clinch
and Pollock counters with a left and a right that stings Lawrence.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Pollock.
Pollock lands with a hook. Lawrence tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pollock just misses with a punch to the body.
Pollock misses with a hook.
Lawrence feinted with a counter takedown.#T1#
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Pollock is just out of range.
Pollock avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lawrence drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Pollock misses with a right hand #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a takedown into side control.
Lawrence in side control, throwing shots but Pollock defends.
The strikes coming from Lawrence are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Pollock can't do much from the bottom here.
Lawrence landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Pollock keeping his opponent close.
Lawrence lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Pollock down. #T2##SUB#
Lawrence looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Pollock manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Pollock is trying to control but can't.
Pollock is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pollock trying to control here. #ES2#
Pollock has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Lawrence is on him like a limpet, forcing Pollock back against the cage.#T3#
Pollock throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lawrences head.
Pollock works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Pollock lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Pollock stops a takedown attempt from Lawrence.
Pollock lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Pollock has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pollock gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lawrence.
Pollock gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lawrence.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malachi Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Pollock pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Pollock moves into the clinch.
Pollock lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Lawrence jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Pollock walks away with a smile on his face. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Pollock looks to throw the jab but Lawrence is out of range.
Lawrence appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pollock dips to his left and cracks Lawrence with an uppercut!#T4#
Lawrence shoots in for a double leg but Pollock sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lawrence throws a nice looking combination but Pollock bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Pollock dips to his left and cracks Lawrence with an uppercut!
Lawrence gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Pollock bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lawrence's head.
Lawrence takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence slips under a jab from Pollock.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Pollock, right into the meat.
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
Nice cross by Pollock.
Pollock connects with a nice looking jab.
An inside leg kick from Pollock misses.
Pollock lands a nice shot that snaps Lawrence's head back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jackson Pollock showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Lawrence throws a body punch but Pollock moves out of range.
Lawrence slips under a jab from Pollock.
Pollock throws a jab but it's blocked by Lawrence.
Pollock connects with a body shot that sends Lawrence's belly button to the back.
A nice inside leg kick there by Pollock. That's going to slow Lawrence down.
Pollock fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lawrence blocks a jab.
Lawrence changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pollock swats away the attempt to clinch by Lawrence.
Pollock lands a really nice looking cross but Lawrence seems unphased.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence scores with a hook.
Lawrence staying out of range there.
Pollock throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lawrence drops down looking for a counter takedown but Pollock sprawls and moves away.
Jackson Pollock is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pollock manages to avoid it.
Pollock throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Lawrence counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Pollock throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Pollock lands a jab to Lawrence's midsection.
Lawrence walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lawrence takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pollock scores with a hook to the body. Lawrence takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lawrence looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Lawrence fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lawrence lands a glancing blow to the side of Pollock's head.
Pollock throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Pollock!
Pollock is looking to regain half guard here but Lawrence keeps moving and retains side control.
Pollock is trying to control Lawrence's posture but Lawrence avoids it. #T2#
Pollock is trying to get back to half guard.
Pollock struggling a bit here.
Pollock manages to work his way to half guard, despite Lawrence's best efforts.#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura here.
Pollock is positioning himself well to prevent Lawrence advancing to mount.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Pollock won't allow Lawrence to pass to mount. #SUB#
Lawrence is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Pollock is defending well.
Lawrence works his way into full mount!
Lawrence throws some wild stikes that Pollock manages to avoid easily. #T4#
Lawrence avoids the attempt from Pollock to control.
Pollock might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lawrence haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Poor strikes thrown by Lawrence there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Pollock regains half guard.
Pollock is trying is best to control the position here.
Pollock wants to get back to full guard.
Pollock is looking to control Lawrence's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pollock avoid being mounted?
Jackson Pollock is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Lawrence is working for a kimura but Pollock is defending it quite comfortably.
Lawrence misses with a head shot. Pollock uses the momentum to regain guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jackson Pollock comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Pollock 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: WPFC 36 - Knox vs. Lawrence
Date: Nov 23, 2019

#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
Lawrence takes a swing at Knox's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence avoids the body shot from Knox. #CL#
Knox gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Knox 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.
Knox lands with a right to the head.
Knox misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lawrence prevents a body shot from Knox.
Knox swings wildly with an uppercut but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Knox lands with a left to the head.
Knox scores with a nice hook to the head.
Knox lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Lawrence pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Knox is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lawrence lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
Knox seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Lawrence takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Knox lands a right hook to the body.
Knox scores with a jab to the head.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lawrence takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Knox manages to avoid it.
Knox fails in his attempt to clinch.
Knox throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Knox fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Knox.
Some wild striking there from Lawrence. #CL#
Knox clinches up against the cage.#T2##BC2#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence jabs at Knox's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Knox avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
Knox lands a nice looking body shot.
Knox tries to clinch but Lawrence is having none of it.
Knox is looking to wear down Lawrence with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Knox has a takedown stuffed.
Lawrence changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Knox lands with a shot to the body.
Knox looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
Nice body punch from Knox.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Knox manages to avoid it.
The crowd cheers as Knox lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lawrence doesn't seem phased though.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.#T3#
Knox bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lawrence's head.
Knox tries to clinch up.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Knox misses with a body shot.
Knox's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lawrence under the eye.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Knox throws out a loose jab but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Knox uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Knox ducks under and follows up with a left that Knox also avoids with ease.
Some wild striking there from Lawrence.
Knox lands with a straight right. Lawrence didn't see that one coming.#T4#
Lawrence lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Knox at a distance.
Knox scores with a sloppy right hand. Lawrence should have avoided that one.
Knox throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lawrence on the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Knox scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Knox is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lawrence feints the counter takedown.
Knox takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Porthos Knox seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Knox tries to clinch there but Lawrence circles away.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Lawrence dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Knox wants to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Porthos Knox dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
A punch lands to the side of Lawrence 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lawrence throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Knox on the side of the head.
Lawrence slips a jab from Knox.
Knox throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Lawrence with the counter takedown but Knox avoids it easily.
Lawrence shoots in for a double leg but Knox sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Knox.
Knox lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT#
It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox misses with a body shot.
Knox connects with a crisp jab.
Knox digs a good body shot into Lawrence's ribs.
Lawrence throws a left and a right that both miss #CL#
and Knox counters by clinching up.
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!
Knox lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards. #T1##BC2#
Lawrence's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Knox scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Knox lands a lovely overhand right.
Danga de danga de dang - Lawrence scores with a four punch combination!
Lawrence drops his hands momentarily and Knox takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Knox uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lawrence.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Knox jabs Lawrence to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lawrence throws a jab when Knox was well out of range.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Knox moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lawrence walks into a straight right hand from Knox.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #TD2#
Knox gets caught flat footed, as Lawrence shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Knox keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass. #T2#
Knox keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence postures up in Knox's guard and throws a big left but Knox blocks it.
Lawrence with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Knox is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Knox scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T3#
Knox lands a really nice looking cross but Lawrence seems unphased.
Knox tries to close the distance and clinch but Lawrence swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lawrence tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Knox swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lawrence.
Lawrence walks into a jab.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knox.
Knox throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
Lawrence's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Knox connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lawrence scrambles back to his feet.
Knox with a hook.
Knox fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lawrence drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Knox defends it well.
A left lands for Knox.#T4#
Knox takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Knox cracks Lawrence with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Knox scores with a hook to the body. Lawrence takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Knox misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence with the counter takedown but Knox avoids it easily.
A shot to the liver by Knox. Beautiful body shot.
A lazy left from Knox finds it's target.
Knox takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lawrence shoots in but no luck this time.
Lawrence takes one on the button.
Knox digs a good hook to Lawrence's body.
Lawrence takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Knox is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawrence can do to turn this around?
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Knox connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Porthos Knox dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Knox looks to throw the jab but Lawrence is out of range.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lawrence.
Knox throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Knox scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Knox tries to clinch but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Knox defends it well.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Knox sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Knox with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Lawrence.
Knox loads up on a big right hand but Lawrence slips the punch.
Lawrence misses with a right hand
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lawrence moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Knox throws the left hand but Lawrence avoids the punch easily.
Knox jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Knox throws out a powerful jab.
Lawrence takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Knox looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
Knox scores with a jab. Lawrence acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Knox uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lawrence.
Knox misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Knox sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Knox is looking to counter the offense by Lawrence and move into the clinch.
Porthos Knox has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
Knox dips to his left and cracks Lawrence with an uppercut!
Lawrence tests Knox's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.
Lawrence drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Knox defends it well.#T2#
Knox is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence looks to land a left hand but Knox moved out of range nicely.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Knox.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.
Knox connects with a looping right hand.
Knox lands a glancing blow to the side of Lawrence's head.
Knox is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lawrence uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Knox.
Lawrence drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Knox defends it well.
Knox lands a glancing blow to the side of Lawrence's head.
Knox misses with a looping right.
Lawrence tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Porthos Knox is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Knox napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T3#
Knox tries to improve position but can't.
Lawrence misses with the ground and pound.#SUB2#
Lawrence is trying to get an arm triangle but Knox is defending well.
Knox manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Knox prevents Lawrence from improving his position.
Knox content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4#
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Knox is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lawrence tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Knox has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Lawrence tries to lock up and control but Knox gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Porthos Knox clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Lawrence takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Knox scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lawrence on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Knox moves out of range.
Knox thuds his right hand into Lawrence's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Knox does a little dance to reset his feet.
Knox rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lawrence moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Knox thuds a left hand into Lawrence's body.
Knox changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Knox scores with a hook to the body. Lawrence takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Knox looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
Lawrence takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knox lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lawrence at a distance.
Lawrence has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T1#
Knox lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Knox lands with an uppercut that bounces Lawrence off the cage and back into range.
Knox tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lawrence swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lawrence changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Knox moves out of range.
Knox slips a jab and a cross from Lawrence.
A jab from Knox misses.
Knox punishes Lawrence's body with a nice straight punch.
Lawrence takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.
Knox throws a body shot but no joy.
Knox throws a right and a left that both miss.#T2#
Lawrence lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Knox.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence takes one to the side of the head.
A big left from Knox misses.
Knox lands with a nice body punch.
Lawrence moves forwards but Knox connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lawrence lands with a straight right. Knox didn't see that one coming.
Knox works Lawrence's body with a nice hook.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Knox sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Knox scores with a jab.
Knox looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
And Lawrence tries to counter it with a takedown but Knox pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Knox lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Knox swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lawrence.
Knox lands with a good body shot.
Knox clobbers Lawrence with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lawrence with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Knox counters by clinching up.
Knox scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lawrence is working for takedown but Knox is calmly controlling the position for now.
Porthos Knox has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
Lawrence is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Knox lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Knox.
Knox lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Knox throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Knox lands a body punch in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Knox.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice right hand lands inside from Knox.
Knox lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lawrence is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T4#
Knox lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Knox lands with a right to the head.
Knox lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lawrence or not.
Knox lands a body shot.
Stalling in the clinch from Knox.
Knox lands a shot to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Knox. #BC#
Knox pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Knox circles away easily#CL#
and Knox counters by clinching up.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Knox.
Knox scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Knox lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lawrence or not.
Knox softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short left from Knox.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Porthos Knox had his way with Malachi Lawrence in that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Knox cracks Lawrence with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Decent striking displayed by Knox there.
Lawrence dives in and grabs Knox's left leg, looking for a takedown. Knox pushes down on Lawrence's head and hops out.
Knox looks to land a combination but Lawrence avoids it well.
Knox sizes up Lawrence with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Knox stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Knox wants it to stay on the feet.
Lawrence dives in and grabs Knox's left leg, looking for a takedown. Knox pushes down on Lawrence's head and hops out.
Porthos Knox has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malachi Lawrence.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence slips a jab and a cross from Knox.
Knox scores with a punch to the head.
Lawrence throws a jab but it's blocked by Knox.
Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Lawrence feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Nice jab there from Knox.
Knox connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lawrence momentarily.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lawrence takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Knox throws a hook to the side of Lawrence's head but Lawrence sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lawrence drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Knox defends it well.
Knox with a nice cross.
Lawrence slaps away a takedown attempt from Knox, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Lawrence throws a shot to the body.
Knox fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.#T2##TD2#
Lawrence fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Knox sprawls well initially but Lawrence persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Knox's head.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Knox dodges it nicely.
Knox wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Knox is concentrating on defense, preventing Lawrence from advancing position. #SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be working for a kimura but Knox defends the submission attempt.
Knox is trying to maintain the position but Lawrence is very close to passing his half guard.
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Malachi Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Knox avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Lawrence drops an elbow to the side of Knox's head.
Knox keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Lawrence throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Knox closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lawrence working aggressively here.
Lawrence misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Knox manages to break the clinch.
Porthos Knox is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Knox dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Knox keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lawrence.
Knox connects with a nice looking jab. #T4#
A jab lands there for Knox.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.
Knox connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Knox is just out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Knox.
Knox ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knox cracks Lawrence with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knox.
Knox catches Lawrence with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nice uppercut lands for Knox. That snapped Lawrence's head back.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 50:45
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 50:45
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 50:45

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

Event: WPFC 31 - Price vs. Knox
Date: Oct 19, 2019

#R1#
Fadden just misses with a punch to the body.
Fadden misses with a left hand
and Lawrence counters with a straight right hand.
Fadden misses with a body shot.
Lawrence misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fadden lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Fadden 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.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Fadden bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lawrence works over Fadden's head and body with a nice combination.
Lawrence goes for a double leg but Fadden avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Fadden continues to drive forward.
Lawrence connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A cross from Lawrence lands.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fadden throws a right hand that misses
and Lawrence counters with a right hand to the body.
Lawrence circles away from the clinch attempt.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
Lawrence lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lawrence.
Lawrence staying out of range there.#CL2#
Fadden drives through and clinches with Lawrence against the cage.
Fadden throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#TD2#
Fadden jumps guard and drags Lawrence to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T1#
Fadden looking to control.
Fadden looking for a sweep. Not yet Fadden, not yet.
We've been hearing that Lawrence has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Lawrence makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Fadden controls Lawrence momentarily but Lawrence frees himself.
Fadden 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#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence is looking to control Fadden's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lawrence avoid being mounted?
Lawrence tries to get to full guard but Fadden has control of the leg.
Fadden trying to control from half guard but Lawrence is working away.
Lawrence is pressing down on Fadden's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing Fadden from controlling successfully.
Fadden is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2#
Fadden trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fadden stays in close to Lawrence's body and controls the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Fadden accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Fadden advances position into side control!
Lawrence is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Fadden lands with a punch from half guard.
Fadden trying to control from half guard but Lawrence is working away.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Fadden might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lawrence haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Lawrence wants to get back to full guard.
Fadden is trying to control the action in half guard but Lawrence is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Lawrence wants to control but Fadden is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lawrence makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lawrence.
Lawrence pulls Fadden in close to prevent any damage.
Fadden is stalling in the full guard.
Fadden makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lawrence not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fadden throwing strikes from guard but Lawrence blocks nicely.
Fadden trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Fadden 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. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Let's hope that Fadden has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Fadden works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Fadden works his way into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence is looking to reverse the position.
Fadden working away.
Lawrence is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Lawrence is working hard here to advance position.
Fadden controls the position from side control.
Fadden misses with the ground and pound.
Lawrence sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Malachi Lawrence will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Lawrence moves out of range of the strikes.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fadden moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
The fighters circling - Lawrence throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fadden is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Fadden throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Fadden closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Fadden decides to pull guard.
Lawrence works over Fadden with some ground and pound from guard.
Lawrence advances to half guard.
Fadden tries to get to full guard but Lawrence has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Lawrence has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Fadden tries to hold on but Lawrence postures up.#T1#
Fadden is working to get back to half guard.
Lawrence scores with a couple of good head shots there. #SU#
Lawrence stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Fadden waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lawrence.
Lawrence seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lawrence takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Fadden is looking to clinch.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Fadden uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence digs a good hook to Fadden's body.
Fadden keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fadden. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T2#
Fadden punishes Lawrence's body with a nice straight punch.
Fadden misses with a right hand
and Lawrence counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
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!
Fadden swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Fadden circles away quickly and effectively.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Fadden ducks under and follows up with a left that Fadden also avoids with ease.
Fadden takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fadden tries to clinch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence moves out of range of the strikes.
Lawrence has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lawrence there as he acknowledges the shot.
Fadden bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lawrence scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fadden. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
No joy there for Lawrence, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Fadden as he avoids it easily.
Lawrence takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Fadden swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.
Lawrence is looking for a counter combo.
Fadden fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown. Fadden tries to sprawl out of it but Lawrence keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Fadden manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Fadden saw that one coming.
Fadden throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Fadden throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lawrence stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Fadden.
Fadden lands with a nice body kick.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fadden moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Fadden gets a clinch.
Lawrence trying to stall but Fadden improves his position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lawrence.
Lawrence prevents the takedown attempt. #T4#
Lawrence misses with a punch on the inside.
Fadden is looking for a takedown.
Lawrence misses with some punches.
Fadden wants to take the fight to the mat but Lawrence manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Malachi Lawrence has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Fadden.
Fadden tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lawrence avoids it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fadden swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fadden leaning his opponent against the cage.
Lawrence lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lawrence tries a body shot but Fadden blocks it. #TD#
Lawrence lands a takedown into guard.
Fadden looking for a sweep. Not yet Fadden, not yet.
Fadden not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fadden keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Fadden working a defensive guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
A jab from Fadden misses.
Fadden throws a poor cross that misses
and Lawrence counters with a left to the body.
Fadden swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Fadden circles away quickly and effectively.
Fadden misses with a series of wild punches.
Fadden misses with a looping right.
Fadden slips a jab and a cross from Lawrence.
Fadden looks to land a combination but Lawrence avoids it well.
Lawrence seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lawrence misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence moves away from the strike by Fadden.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
Fadden throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fadden tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lawrence paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Fadden thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fadden jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fadden misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Fadden is just out of range.
Lawrence circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
A nice side step and Fadden releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#TD#
Lawrence drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Fadden keeps moving.
Lawrence is in close to Fadden's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Fadden trying to keep a closed guard but Lawrence is proving a slippery customer.
Fadden striking off his back but it's not causing Lawrence any problems.
Lawrence works over Fadden with some ground and pound from guard.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Fadden is on top in guard. #REVB#
Fadden with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
Lawrence looking to control.
Fadden is stalling in the full guard.
Fadden won't allow Lawrence to sweep him here.
Fadden wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving.
Lawrence utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Fadden stays in close to Lawrence's body and controls the position.
Fadden working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lawrence looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawrence, not yet.
Fadden lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fadden can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Fadden slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Fadden trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fadden trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Lawrence 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#
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Fadden is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Fadden is trying to maintain the position but Lawrence is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
Fadden wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
John Fadden has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lawrence is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Lawrence avoids the attempt from Fadden to control.
Lawrence working the ground and pound effectively.
Lawrence lands a couple of good shots and Fadden has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#SUB#
Lawrence is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Fadden is defending well though. Lawrence let's go of the attempt for now.
Malachi Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Fadden manages to reverse the position and now he's in Lawrence's guard. Nice work there by Fadden.

And that's the end of the fight!
Malachi Lawrence showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lawrence, 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!

Event: WPFC 27 - Lawrence vs. Price
Date: Sep 21, 2019

#R1#
Price throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lawrence swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
A right-left combo lands from Lawrence. #CUT#
It looks like Jason Price has been cut.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Price moves out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Price.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Price avoids it well.
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Price lands a leg kick that knocks Lawrence off balance momentarily.
Price avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lawrence takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lawrence throws a jab but it's blocked by Price.
Price tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lawrence throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T1#
Price dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Price moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Price uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lawrence.
Lawrence jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lawrence connects with the punch.
Price throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lawrence misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A shot to the liver by Lawrence. Beautiful body shot.
Price with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
A jab from Lawrence misses.
Price steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.#T2#
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Price tries a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence is wise to it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence throws a jab but it's blocked by Price.
Price throws a nice inside leg kick.
Price slips a straight right by Lawrence.
Price was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lawrence wants to land a leg kick but Price is out of range.
Price feints and then cracks Lawrence's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lawrence down.
Lawrence is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lawrence misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Price was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.#KD2#
Price lands a big head kick that sends Lawrence tumbling to the mat! Price takes a step backwards and waves Lawrence back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Lawrence is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence misses with a body punch
and Price makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Lawrence attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Price dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lawrence. That did some damage!#T3#
Price lands a nice looking body kick.
Price moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lawrence throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lawrence throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Price moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Price pushes Lawrence away with a front kick.
A good leg kick by Price.
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
Price slips a jab and a cross from Lawrence.
Lawrence walks forward, straight into a front kick from Price.
Lawrence is breathing heavily.
Price misses with a head kick.
Lawrence fails to land with a series of punches.
Price slips a straight right by Lawrence.
Price tries a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence is wise to it.
Price lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Price.
Price feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Lawrence's calf.
Price moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A good leg kick by Price.
No joy there for Lawrence, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Price connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A nice inside leg kick there by Price. That's going to slow Lawrence down.
Lawrence looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lawrence throws a jab when Price was well out of range.
Price changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Price scores with a leg kick.
Lawrence on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Price. Price obviously looking to wear him down.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence throws a wild body kick that Price sees coming a mile off.
Price connects with a leg kick. Lawrence looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lawrence throws a combination that misses
and Price counters with an outside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Price dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Price.
Price throws a head kick that misses.
Price keeps Lawrence at a distance using the push kick.
Lawrence blocks a head kick by Price.
Lawrence looks for the body kick but Price saw that one coming.
Price thumps Lawrence with a low kick.
Lawrence misses with a double jab.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lawrence backing away here, and Price unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Lawrence throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Price makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Price moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Price showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lawrence.
A thudding body kick lands there by Price!
Lawrence's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Price.
Price with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Price feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Lawrence's calf.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Price avoids them all with ease.
Price thinks about the counter body kick.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Lawrence might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Price showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Lawrence stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Price.
Lawrence throws the kick towards the body but Price avoids it.
Price dodges the punch combination from Lawrence. #KD2#
Price lands a big head kick that sends Lawrence tumbling to the mat! Price takes a step backwards and waves Lawrence back to his feet - he wants the finish!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Price avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
Price slips under a jab from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a low kick but Price moves out of range easily.
Lawrence scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Price buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Price showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lawrence.
Price throws a quick inside leg kick.
Price lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lawrence takes a step back to recover.
Price lands with a nice body kick.
Price throws a leg kick which misses Lawrence's front leg but catches the back leg as Lawrence tries to avoid it.
Price lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lawrence's sensitive parts. #T3#
Price dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
A slapping leg kick lands for Price.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Price is just out of range.
Price throws a front kick that sends Lawrence stumbling back into the cage.
Lawrence tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lawrence throws a sloppy body shot
and Price makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Lawrence really felt that one!
Price connects with a solid leg kick.
Price ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
Price appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
Price throws a leg kick which misses Lawrence's front leg but catches the back leg as Lawrence tries to avoid it.
Price has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Price chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jason Price seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Price throws the kick towards the body but Lawrence avoids it.
A quick step to the side and Lawrence tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A head kick by Price misses
and Lawrence counters with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A good leg kick by Price.
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Price throws a nice outside leg kick.
Price misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Price.
Price misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Price connects with a leg kick. Lawrence looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Price connects with a leg kick. Lawrence looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Price thumps Lawrence with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Price showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Lawrence tries to bum rush Price with a series of wild strikes but Price uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lawrence misses with a two punch combination.
Lawrence misses with a double jab
and Price counters with a good low kick that Lawrence was not able to check.
Price cracks the inside of Lawrence's front leg.
Price lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lawrence takes a step back to recover.
Price lands with a kick to the ribs.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A slapping leg kick lands for Price.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Price chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Price throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Price lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT2#
Malachi Lawrence's cut is getting worse.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Price counters with a body kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Price, right into the meat. #T1#
Lawrence on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Price. Price obviously looking to wear him down.
Price scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A low kick from Lawrence misses
and Price counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lawrence's knee momentarily.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Price connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Price - that will leave a mark!
Lawrence throws a right hand that Price ducks under and follows up with a left that Price also avoids with ease.
Price throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Lawrence takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#T2##KD2#
Price lands a big head kick that sends Lawrence tumbling to the mat! Price takes a step backwards and waves Lawrence back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Oh Lawrence is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Price looks for a left high kick but can't connect. Price backs up to catch a breather... no he lunges forward with a huge flying knee that smacks Lawrence's temple! It sends Lawrence violently to the canvas! The crowd goes nuts as Price celebrates and the doctors try to help Lawrence!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Flying Knee). Jason Price!
Jason Price is the new welterweight champion!

Event: WPFC 21 - Lawrence vs Lothbrok
Date: Aug 10, 2019

#R1#
A shot to the body from Lawrence misses #CL2#
and Lothbrok counters by moving into the clinch.
Lawrence misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lawrence softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lawrence manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Lawrence prevents a body shot from Lothbrok.
Lawrence is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Lothbrok moves out of range easily.
Lothbrok tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Lothbrok moves out of range.
Lawrence thuds a left hand into Lothbrok's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lothbrok tries to clinch up.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
Lothbrok wants to counter with a clinch but Lawrence pushes him away.
Lothbrok fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lawrence.
Lothbrok fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lawrence seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lothbrok tries to clinch but Lawrence is having none of it. #T1#
Lothbrok tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lawrence goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Lawrence misses with a combination #TD2#
and Lothbrok counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Lawrence is looking to improve his position.
Lawrence's coaches at The Forge have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Lothbrok throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Lawrence to regain full guard.
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing Lothbrok from controlling successfully.
Lawrence lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SU#
Lawrence stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Lawrence throws a jab but it's blocked by Lothbrok. #T2#
Lawrence fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lothbrok looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lawrence holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Lothbrok is trying to stall.
Lawrence prevents a body shot from Lothbrok. #BC#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lawrence falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Lothbrok counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lawrence won't be happy with that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lothbrok throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Lawrence prevents Lothbrok from improving position.
Lothbrok is looking to take a break and control but Lawrence is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Lawrence is trying to improve his position.
Lothbrok wants to control but Lawrence is keeping him busy.
Lawrence tries to buck Lothbrok off but Lothbrok is having none of it.
Lawrence is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Lothbrok asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lothbrok trying to control the position but Lawrence is working away.
Lawrence is looking to reverse the position.
Lothbrok is trying to move to mount but Lawrence reverses beautifully and ends up in Lothbrok's guard.
Lawrence wants to stand but Lothbrok is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
Lothbrok is looking for a triangle here but Lawrence uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #SU#
Lawrence has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Lawrence scores with a body shot.
Lawrence moves away from the strike by Lothbrok.
As Lothbrok looks to move away, Lawrence throws a big counter combo but Lothbrok just gets out of the way.#CL2#
Lothbrok gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lothbrok is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lawrence to keep the fight standing.
Lothbrok misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lawrence lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lothbrok's sensitive parts.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Good standup being displayed there by Lawrence as he connects with a hook.
Lothbrok is looking to clinch.
Malachi Lawrence is winning the standup battle so far.
Jab, jab by Lawrence - just one landing. #CL#
Lawrence forces Lothbrok back against the cage and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Lawrence escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lawrence tries a head kick but it misses. #T1#
Lothbrok on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lawrence is looking to wear down Lothbrok with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Lawrence feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lothbroks jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CL#
Lawrence fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lothbrok, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Lawrence breaks from the clinch.
Lothbrok tries to clinch up.
Lawrence shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Lothbrok eats them both and turns towards Lawrence to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lothbrok.
Lothbrok avoids the head kick by Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lothbrok tries to clinch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence throws a big counter combination but Lothbrok scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Lothbrok has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lothbrok there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Lothbrok ducks under and follows up with a left that Lothbrok also avoids with ease.
Lothbrok is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lawrence pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T2#
Lothbrok is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lothbrok takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lothbrok doesn't manage to clinch there - Lawrence circles away. #CL#
Lawrence gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lothbrok fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD2#
Lothbrok gets control of Lawrence's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lothbrok will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Lawrence wants to stand but Lothbrok is controlling his posture from full guard.
Lawrence is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lothbrok can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Lothbrok isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Lawrence stacks Lothbrok on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Lawrence!#SU#
Lawrence decides to take the fight back to the feet. #T3#
Lawrence lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lawrence.
Lothbrok doesn't manage to clinch there - Lawrence circles away. #CL#
Lawrence has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lothbrok struggles to land a body shot inside as Lawrence controls his hands.
Lawrence lands with a right to the head.
Lothbrok letting Lawrence take a breather here.#BC#
Lawrence breaks the clinch.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.
It looked like Lawrence wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lothbrok fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lawrence looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lothbrok tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lawrence paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T4##CL#
Lawrence has closed the distance and engaged Lothbrok in a clinch.
Lothbrok unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Lothbrok using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lawrence has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Lothbrok tries to stall but Lawrence uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lawrence blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lothbrok fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Malachi Lawrence has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivar Lothbrok.
Lawrence lands with a right to the head.
Lawrence content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Lawrence lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lothbrok backwards.
Lothbrok fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A bit of stalling here from Lothbrok.
Lothbrok fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short right from Lawrence on the inside.
Lawrence makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Lawrence goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Lothbrok is looking to clinch.
Lawrence's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Lawrence duly obliges.
Lothbrok takes one to the side of the head.
Lawrence scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #ROC#
Lothbrok is rocked!
Lothbrok darts in trying to clinch
and Lawrence counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! Lothbrok falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Malachi Lawrence!
Malachi Lawrence retains his welterweight title!

Event: WPFC 18 - Lawrence vs McDonald
Date: Jul 13, 2019

#R1#
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
McDonald with a lazy takedown attempt
and Lawrence counters with a left and a right that stings McDonald.
Lawrence misses with a two punch combination.
Lawrence scores with a jab.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from McDonald is defended easily by Lawrence.
Lawrence lunges at McDonald with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McDonald's hand.
McDonald dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
A head kick misses from McDonald.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
A lazy left from Lawrence finds it's target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
McDonald looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Lawrence knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for McDonald on the ground.#T1#
McDonald content to stall in guard here.
McDonald slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
McDonald seems to be looking for submissions.
McDonald stops Lawrence from getting back to his feet.
McDonald wants to pass the guard but Lawrence is defending well.
Lawrence wants to get back to his feet. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McDonald is pressing down on Lawrence's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lawrence is holding on for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence is trying to stand up here but McDonald is controlling him well. #SUB2#
McDonald is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
McDonald wants to take a breather but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Lawrence tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
McDonald is working for a kimura but Lawrence is defending it quite comfortably. #T3#
McDonald stops Lawrence from getting back to his feet.
McDonald wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lawrence keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
McDonald fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lawrence fails to land with a series of punches.
McDonald throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Lawrence.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A punch combination from McDonald misses.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McDonald moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McDonald tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lawrence takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#CL#
Lawrence forces McDonald back against the cage and clinches.
McDonald tries a body shot but Lawrence blocks it.
Lawrence with a knee to the head. #T4#
Lawrence is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Lawrence.
McDonald has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lawrence avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Malachi Lawrence has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of David McDonald.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonald blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lawrence tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice shot lands for McDonald.
McDonald misses with a straight left.
Lawrence stalks McDonald and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into McDonald's face. McDonald staggers backwards, shaken.#CL2#
McDonald moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
McDonald's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonald was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.
McDonald throws a wild body kick that Lawrence sees coming a mile off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McDonald throws a body kick that misses.
McDonald dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
McDonald throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lawrence takes a swing at McDonald's ribcage but misses.
McDonald swats away the attempt to clinch by Lawrence.
McDonald avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
Malachi Lawrence is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lawrence scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A thudding body kick lands there by McDonald!
Lawrence wants to clinch.#T1#
Lawrence throws a right hand that McDonald ducks under and follows up with a left that McDonald also avoids with ease.
McDonald tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McDonald misses with a double jab.
McDonald showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lawrence.
A big left from McDonald misses.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McDonald on the side of the head.
McDonald throws a head kick that misses.
Lawrence swinging wildly here.
Lawrence takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McDonald.
McDonald gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Lawrence to counter with a crisp jab.
McDonald takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonald uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lawrence.
Lawrence is looking to clinch.
Lawrence is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McDonald can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Lawrence gets tackled into the cage by McDonald. McDonald maintains the clinch. #BC2#
McDonald escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McDonald misses with an attempted mid kick.
McDonald takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Lawrence misses with a wild combination.
Lawrence tries to clinch but McDonald moves away
and McDonald counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McDonald looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lawrence swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McDonald lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CL#
Lawrence takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
McDonald breaks the clinch.
A head kick misses from Lawrence. #T3#
Lawrence throws a nice looking combination but McDonald bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lawrence keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
McDonald throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence scores with a sloppy right hand. McDonald should have avoided that one.
McDonald misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
McDonald throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonald manages to avoid it.
McDonald fails to land with a series of punches.
Lawrence lands a two punch combo.
Lawrence is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lawrence blocks a leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McDonald moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McDonald swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
As McDonald looks to move away, Lawrence throws a big counter combo but McDonald just gets out of the way.#T4#
Lawrence connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed McDonald momentarily.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
McDonald avoids a punch combination nicely.
McDonald looks to land a combination. Lawrence sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
McDonald throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lawrence.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McDonald lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
McDonald avoids a punch combination nicely.
McDonald fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence wants to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Lawrence misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McDonald keeps Lawrence at a distance using the push kick.
Lawrence looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
That kick from McDonald tenderised Lawrence's leg. Lawrence is trying to keep his angry face on.
McDonald throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It looked like Lawrence wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lawrence misses with a series of wild punches.
Good standup being displayed there by Lawrence as he connects with a hook.
Lawrence misses with a hook. McDonald ducked under it nicely.
It looks like Lawrence has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
McDonald shoots for a takedown but Lawrence saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
McDonald uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lawrence.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bone on bone clash there as Lawrence blocks the leg kick.
McDonald scores with a jab.
McDonald showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lawrence.
McDonald scores with a kick to the midsection.#T1#
Lawrence tries to clinch but McDonald moves out of range.
McDonald tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
McDonald fails with a takedown attempt.
Lawrence throws a right hand that McDonald ducks under and follows up with a left that McDonald also avoids with ease.
A thudding body kick lands there by McDonald!
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
A nice inside leg kick there by McDonald. That's going to slow Lawrence down.
A nice combination there by Lawrence. #CL#
Lawrence takes the fight into the clinch.
McDonald is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Lawrence gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Malachi Lawrence has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of David McDonald.#BC2#
McDonald escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2#
McDonald gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Lawrence counters with a straight right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonald chopping away at his opponent's legs.
McDonald throws a series of punches but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
McDonald turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL#
Lawrence moves into the clinch successfully.
Lawrence is stalling here. #BC#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence swinging wildly here.
McDonald connects with a high kick.
McDonald lands a head kick!
McDonald misses with a head kick. #T3#
McDonald swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lawrence misses with a two punch combination.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by McDonald!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lawrence checks a leg kick.
Lawrence throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McDonald counters with an outside leg kick.
McDonald goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Lawrence looks to land a combination. McDonald sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lawrence tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Despite the aggression on McDonald's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lawrence 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.
McDonald thuds a left hand into Lawrence's body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence with a hook.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nice body kick from McDonald.
Lawrence cracks a nice hook into McDonald's ribs.#T4##TD2#
McDonald closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - McDonald lands in his opponent's guard.
Lawrence is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and McDonald dives into side control.
McDonald moves into full mount!
McDonald is looking to work his way around to Lawrence's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
McDonald won't let Lawrence get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #SUB2#
McDonald looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
McDonald tries to control but Lawrence wriggling away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#ES#
Lawrence bucks McDonald off and manages to get back to his feet!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but David McDonald just about did enough to take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Lawrence swinging wildly here.
McDonald goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McDonald tries a head kick but it misses.
Lawrence 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.
McDonald thumps Lawrence with a low kick.
McDonald attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lawrence wants to clinch up but McDonald keeps it at a distance.
Lawrence tries to clinch up.
McDonald swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lawrence.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lawrence tries to bum rush McDonald with a series of wild strikes but McDonald uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McDonald is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A left and a right from Lawrence both land. Nice combination.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Nice uppercut lands for Lawrence. That snapped McDonald's head back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Lawrence avoids the head kick by McDonald.
Lawrence tries to bum rush McDonald with a series of wild strikes but McDonald uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McDonald takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McDonald connects with a crisp jab. #CL#
Lawrence clinches up with McDonald and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
McDonald manages to break the clinch.
Lawrence will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Lawrence with a nice cross.
McDonald has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lawrence misses with the combination.
McDonald misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
McDonald fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lawrence moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Lawrence takes a swing at McDonald's ribcage but misses.
Danga de danga de dang - McDonald scores with a four punch combination!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonald looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lawrence is fending him off so far but McDonald persists. Nope, Lawrence circles away and we're back to standing.#T2#
Lawrence throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonald sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lawrence uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonald.
Lawrence is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
McDonald connects with an inside leg kick.
Lawrence moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McDonald doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McDonald slips a jab and a cross from Lawrence.
McDonald misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL#
Lawrence fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McDonald, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
McDonald breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
No joy there for Lawrence, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A jab from McDonald finds it's way through Lawrence's defenses.
Lawrence is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lawrence misses with a two punch combination.
McDonald shoots in but no luck this time.
McDonald scores with a leg kick.
McDonald throws a nice looking combination but Lawrence bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T3#
Lawrence tries to bum rush McDonald with a series of wild strikes but McDonald uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McDonald showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence with a jab.#TD2#
Lawrence gets caught napping as McDonald dives in and scores a takedown. Lawrence manages to retain guard.
Lawrence wants to stand but McDonald is controlling the position. #SUB2#
McDonald drops back looking for a leg! Lawrence is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lawrence manages to kick McDonald off! McDonald jumps back into Lawrence's guard.
McDonald looking to pass the guard.
McDonald keeps trying to improve his position.#T4#
Lawrence wants to get back to his feet but McDonald is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
McDonald is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
McDonald is pushing down on Lawrence's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lawrence is fighting to maintain full guard but McDonald has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lawrence is trying to stand back up but McDonald is controlling him #SUB2#
McDonald is working for a kimura but Lawrence is defending it quite comfortably.
McDonald works his way into full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Malachi Lawrence will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Lawrence dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonald swinging wildly here.
Lawrence connects with the punch.
McDonald throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McDonald throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD2#
McDonald gets a takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence is trying to stand up here but McDonald is controlling him well.
McDonald slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
McDonald is trying to work for a kimura but Lawrence is defending well. #T1##SUB2#
McDonald is working for a submission of some sort.
Lawrence is not content to let McDonald control the position.
McDonald stops Lawrence from getting back to his feet.
McDonald wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lawrence keeps working. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McDonald frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
McDonald won't let Lawrence get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #SUB2#
McDonald working for a guillotine from mount but Lawrence is in no mood to give up. #ES#
Lawrence somehow manages to escape the mount and get back to his feet!
Lawrence misses with the combination.
Lawrence wants to clinch up but McDonald keeps it at a distance.
Lawrence fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL#
Lawrence gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
McDonald breaks the clinch. #T3#
Lawrence lands a lovely overhand right.
McDonald throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
McDonald moves out of range as Lawrence throws a body kick.
McDonald misses with a few strikes there.
Lawrence takes a jab right on the kisser.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McDonald! But no joy.
Lawrence wants to clinch up but McDonald keeps it at a distance.
Lawrence walks into a stiff left hand from McDonald.
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McDonald.
McDonald moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
McDonald moves in looking to clinch but Lawrence pushes him off.
Lawrence swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
McDonald lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
McDonald is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
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!
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
McDonald cracks Lawrence with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lawrence lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lawrence.#T4#
Lawrence punishes McDonald's body with a nice straight punch.
Lawrence scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McDonald looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lawrence comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
McDonald avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
McDonald throws a combination that misses
and Lawrence counters with a nice uppercut.
McDonald throws the kick towards the body but Lawrence avoids it.
Donk. Lawrence catches McDonald right on the button with a cross.
McDonald throws a head kick that misses.
Lawrence circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Lawrence rushes McDonald and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
McDonald breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A left lands for Lawrence.
McDonald with a lazy takedown attempt
and Lawrence counters with a nice body shot.
David McDonald has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Malachi Lawrence is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 50:45
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!
Malachi Lawrence retains his welterweight title!

Event: WPFC 12 - Lawrence vs. Makar
Date: May 25, 2019

#R1#
Bryn Makar tries to clinch up but Lawrence circles away and keeps his distance.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Bryn Makar 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.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Lawrence pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bryn Makar is looking to clinch.
Bryn Makar is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've been told by Lawrence's head coaches at The Forge that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bryn Makar doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Lawrence counters with a series of strikes. Bryn Makar will be more careful next time no doubt.
Bryn Makar doesn't manage to clinch there - Lawrence circles away.
Lawrence takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Lawrence drops Bryn Makar with a beautiful combination! Bryn Makar stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Lawrence is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Bryn Makar is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence plants his feet and throws a brutal three punch combo that sends Bryn Makar swiftly into unconsciousness! Right, left, right! Boom, boom, boom! Bryn Makar face plants, battered and bloodied! He might never be the same again after that finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Malachi Lawrence!
Malachi Lawrence retains his welterweight title!

Event: WPFC 10 - Pack Leaders
Date: May 11, 2019

#R1#
McDonald throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lawrence.
McDonald tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lawrence paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lawrence has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as McDonald is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Lawrence fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McDonald on the side of the head.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but McDonald avoids it well.
Lawrence misses with the combination.
Lawrence misses with the combination.
McDonald feinted with a counter takedown.
Lawrence misses with a wild combination.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McDonald moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McDonald lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lawrence takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lawrence misses with the combination.
We've been hearing reports that McDonald has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Lawrence avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lawrence is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence needs to keep his hands up - McDonald had a free shot at his head there.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McDonald misses with the combination. #T1#
McDonald throws a leg kick
and McDonald takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
Lawrence displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Lawrence avoids a punch combination nicely.
Malachi Lawrence is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McDonald wants to clinch up but Lawrence keeps it at a distance.
McDonald throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
McDonald takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
McDonald feints a jab promting Lawrence to slip. McDonald then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Lawrence slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT#
It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McDonald is looking to clinch but Lawrence is avoiding it.
Lawrence is looking for the big counter here.
Lawrence lands a two punch combo.
McDonald fails with a takedown attempt.
McDonald has a takedown stuffed.#T2#
McDonald tries to clinch up.
McDonald lands a slapping body shot.
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
Lawrence uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
McDonald changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lawrence misses with a wild combination.
McDonald blocks a head kick by Lawrence.
McDonald appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Lawrence feints a jab promting McDonald to slip. Lawrence then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McDonald slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
McDonald swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
McDonald gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lawrence wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
McDonald tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lawrence just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David McDonald. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McDonald is trying to pull guard but Lawrence has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
McDonald moves in looking to clinch but Lawrence pushes him off.
McDonald takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Lawrence misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McDonald blocks a low kick nicely.
McDonald dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
McDonald throws a big counter combination but Lawrence scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD#
McDonald drives through with a takedown into Lawrence's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
McDonald trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McDonald works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
McDonald is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
McDonald wants to work for an arm triangle but Lawrence is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonald is looking to take a break and control but Lawrence is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lawrence tries to kick McDonald off but McDonald keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
McDonald uses his free foot to push down on Lawrence's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Lawrence.
Lawrence is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
McDonald looking to control but Lawrence is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
McDonald working for a guillotine from mount but Lawrence is in no mood to give up.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McDonald jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Lawrence manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Lawrence wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Malachi Lawrence's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
McDonald darts in trying to clinch
and Lawrence counters with a two punch combo.
Lawrence feints a jab promting McDonald to slip. Lawrence then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McDonald slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like David McDonald has been cut.
Malachi Lawrence seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence throws a nice looking combination but McDonald bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McDonald tries to counter with a takedown but Lawrence is quick to defend against it.
McDonald lands a jab.#CL#
McDonald has Lawrence up against the cage in a clinch. #BC2#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McDonald tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McDonald scores with a nice strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
McDonald moves into the clinch.
McDonald is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lawrence to keep the fight standing.
McDonald jumps guard but Lawrence stands there with McDonald around his waist. McDonald gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #T1##BC2#
Lawrence breaks the clinch.
Lawrence avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McDonald wants to clinch.
Despite the aggression on Lawrence's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but McDonald avoids it well.
McDonald scores with a one two! Lawrence had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
McDonald misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lawrence is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McDonald with a body shot.
McDonald misses with a few strikes there.
McDonald is looking to clinch.
Lawrence cracks a nice hook into McDonald's ribs.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lawrence showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McDonald. #T2#
Lawrence lands a two punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence works over McDonald's head and body with a nice combination.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McDonald moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McDonald tries to clinch but Lawrence is having none of it.
McDonald throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
McDonald tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McDonald tries to clinch but Lawrence is having none of it.
As McDonald backs off Lawrence throws a huge counter combo but McDonald manages to avoid it all.
McDonald dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
McDonald moves in looking to clinch but Lawrence pushes him off.
Lawrence throws a counter combo.
Lawrence lands with an overhand left.
McDonald tries to clinch but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lawrence misses with the combination. #T3#
Lawrence throws a series of punches but McDonald avoids them all with ease.
McDonald closes the distance and lands a one-two.
McDonald tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lawrence sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McDonald somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David McDonald. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence scores with a crisp jab that stopped McDonald in his tracks.
McDonald goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but McDonald uses good head movement to avoid it.
A punch combination from McDonald misses.
McDonald shoots in for a takedown but Lawrence shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
McDonald tries to clinch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Lawrence throws a combination that misses #TD#
and McDonald counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#ES2#
Lawrence kicks off McDonald and gets to his feet.
Lawrence throws a nice looking combination but McDonald bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T4#
Lawrence tries to bum rush McDonald with a series of wild strikes but McDonald uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lawrence is breathing heavily.
McDonald tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McDonald looks for a takedown but Lawrence sprawls well.
Lawrence throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McDonald on the side of the head. #CL#
McDonald clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Lawrence breaks the clinch.
Lawrence leaves McDonald with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McDonald throws a head kick that misses
and Lawrence counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the jaw.
McDonald lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lawrence circles away quickly and effectively.
Lawrence is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McDonald with a body shot.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McDonald moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
As Lawrence looks to move away, McDonald throws a big counter combo but Lawrence just gets out of the way.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lawrence throws a nice looking combination but McDonald bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lawrence misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lawrence lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
McDonald fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Lawrence swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lawrence circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lawrence dodges the punch combination from McDonald.
Lawrence throws a counter combo.
McDonald tries to clinch up.
As McDonald backs off Lawrence throws a huge counter combo but McDonald manages to avoid it all.
Lawrence lands with a nice body punch.
McDonald lands with a nice combination. Lawrence backs away looking to recover.
Nice uppercut lands for Lawrence. That snapped McDonald's head back.
Lawrence throws a combination that misses
and McDonald counters with a three punch combo that has Lawrence backing up. Lawrence nods at McDonald to acknowledge the strikes.
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!
McDonald lunges at Lawrence with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lawrence's hand.
Lawrence cracks McDonald with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McDonald takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T1#
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
McDonald displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Lawrence breaks the clinch.
McDonald is looking to clinch but Lawrence is avoiding it.
Lawrence connects with a nice looking jab.
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McDonald.
McDonald fails in his attempt to clinch.
McDonald looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A left and a right from Lawrence both land. Nice combination.
McDonald shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Lawrence eats them both and turns towards McDonald to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McDonald tries to clinch there but Lawrence circles away.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McDonald moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but McDonald avoids them all with ease. #T2#
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lawrence misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from McDonald on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.
McDonald lands a leg kick that knocks Lawrence off balance momentarily.
Lawrence takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
McDonald misses with a double jab.
McDonald tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lawrence paws at him with a jab and circles away.
David McDonald is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
McDonald has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Lawrence breaks from the clinch.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
McDonald dodges the punch combination from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a one two combo. #T3##CL#
McDonald closes the distance and clinches.
McDonald jumps guard but Lawrence turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lawrence blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McDonald tries to close the distance and clinch but Lawrence swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McDonald doesn't manage to clinch there - Lawrence circles away.
Lawrence is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
McDonald misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
McDonald tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lawrence manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McDonald wants to clinch up but Lawrence keeps it at a distance.
Lawrence misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McDonald looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
McDonald tries to close the distance and clinch but Lawrence swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McDonald throws a right and a left that both miss.
McDonald on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T4#
Lawrence dips to his left and cracks McDonald with an uppercut!
Lawrence throws a wild body kick that McDonald sees coming a mile off.
Lawrence keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
McDonald instigates a clinch.
McDonald is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lawrence to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David McDonald. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McDonald tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC2#
Lawrence breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence feints a jab promting McDonald to slip. Lawrence then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McDonald slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
McDonald tries to close the distance and clinch but Lawrence swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lawrence circles away from the clinch attempt
and Lawrence counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
David McDonald has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Malachi Lawrence is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A lazy left from McDonald finds it's target.
Lawrence slips under a jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Malachi Lawrence comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Lawrence 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 John Roberts scores the fight 27:30
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malachi Lawrence!
Malachi Lawrence is the new welterweight champion!

Event: WPFC 8 - Let The Fur Fly
Date: Apr 27, 2019

#R1#
Lawrence tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Shah counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lawrence thinking.
Shah moves out of range of the body kick.
Shah throws a head kick but Lawrence moves out of range.
Shah throws a combination. Lawrence tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT2#
It looks like Malachi Lawrence has been cut.
Shah throws a push kick but Lawrence slaps the foot to one side.
Shah connects with a jab.
Lawrence throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lawrence bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Shah will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jab by Lawrence.#CUT#
It looks like Aylin Shah has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lawrence looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
Shah throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Shah rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lawrence moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Shah scores with a head kick. Lawrence tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T1#
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Shah moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Shah 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.
Shah lands with a nice body punch.
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. Shah sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Lawrence closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Shah to the mat! Shah manages to get full guard.
Lawrence lands a couple of elbows.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Shah looking for a sweep. Not yet Shah, not yet.
Lawrence throws an elbow that misses. Shah uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Lawrence's guard. Nice move by Shah!#REVB##SUB#
Lawrence 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! Shah rolls with it to try and escape but Lawrence cranks on the arm and Shah is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Malachi Lawrence!

Event: WPFC 6 - Feeding Time
Date: Apr 13, 2019

#R1#
Lawrence throws a right and a left that Entreri avoids nicely.
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Entreri. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Lawrence has knocked Entreri down with a huge combo! Lawrence steps away and waves a wobbly Entreri back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Entreri is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Artemis Entreri has been cut.
Lawrence is pawing at Entreri, trying to feel the distance before throwing out a cross that crashes into Entreri's nose. Entreri is badly hurt! Lawrence pounces, throwing wild strikes as both fighters end up on the ground! Entreri tries desperately to hold on but Lawrence is relentless in his assault! As Entreri receives an ever increasing number of unanswered strikes the referee pulls Lawrence away and this one is in the books!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Malachi Lawrence!

Event: WPFC 3 - Howling In The Cage
Date: Mar 09, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Lawrence pushes Johnson up against the cage in a clinch.
Johnson has had enough of the clinch but Lawrence keeps him there for the moment.
Lawrence gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Lawrence is struggling to control the position.#TD2#
Lawrence gets a trip takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be looking for submissions.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Johnson's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson is refusing to be controlled, as Lawrence sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is trying to control but can't.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Johnson is working from the bottom.
Johnson wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Johnson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.
Lawrence sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Lawrence throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Johnson was covering up waiting for the punch and Lawrence finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T2#
Lawrence slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SU2#
Lawrence stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Johnson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Lawrence closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lawrence trying to land knees to the body.
Lawrence scores with a shot to the side of Johnson's head.
Lawrence is pushing Johnson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #T3##TD2#
Lawrence pulls guard effortlessly.
Lawrence is trying to keep Johnson in close. #SUB2#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lawrence wants to sweep but no luck.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lawrence can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Lawrence is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Johnson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lawrence swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Johnson throws a strike but Lawrence rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Johnson is trying to control the position but Lawrence postures up. #SU2#
Lawrence stands up from Johnson's guard - Lawrence perhaps looking for a knockout.
Lawrence looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Johnson is fending him off so far but Lawrence persists. Nope, Johnson circles away and we're back to standing.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Johnson is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Lawrence closes the distance and pushes Johnson back into the cage.#TD2#
Lawrence jumps into guard, dragging Johnson to the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence dominated that round.
That's time! Johnson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Lawrence slows the pace down in half guard.
Lawrence's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Johnson has hold of Lawrence's hands but Lawrence slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence is trying to control. Johnson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SU2#
Lawrence escapes and gets back to his feet.
Roy Johnson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Johnson as he jumps to the side. #T1#
Johnson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lawrence sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Johnson somewhat.
Johnson sets himself, and Lawrence steps forward looking for the clinch! Johnson avoids it this time.
Johnson lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Some wild striking there from Johnson. #TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Johnson to the mat! Johnson manages to get full guard. #SUB#
Lawrence got a little sloppy there for a moment and Johnson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lawrence has managed to get both his arms back between Johnson's legs - danger averted.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Lawrence passes Johnson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Lawrence lands with a punch from half guard.
Johnson is not content to let Lawrence control the position.
Lawrence stalling.
Lawrence passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Johnson! #T3#
Lawrence landing strikes from the mount.
Lawrence controlling the position easily from mount.
Lawrence with the ground and pound from mount.
Johnson in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #SUB2#
Lawrence goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Johnson turns into him and now he's in Lawrence's guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Johnson is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
Johnson stops Lawrence from standing up.
Lawrence will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Johnson prevents Lawrence from getting back to his feet.
Lawrence looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malachi Lawrence showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Lawrence has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD2#
Lawrence lands a takedown into guard.
Johnson trying to control the position.
Lawrence sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is wriggling around but Lawrence manages to pass to half guard.
Lawrence is taking a breather. Johnson says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T1#
Lawrence tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Lawrence is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Lawrence is looking to take a break and control but Johnson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Lawrence throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Johnson was covering up waiting for the punch and Lawrence finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Johnson uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2##TD2#
Lawrence shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Lawrence passes to full mount!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence with shots to the head and body - Johnson looks very uncomfortable down there. #T3#
Lawrence controlling the pace for now.
Johnson is bucking up trying to escape but Lawrence cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Lawrence tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB2#
Lawrence wants to finish this one by submission but Johnson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Lawrence.
Lawrence raining down shots from the mount!#SUB2#
Lawrence looking to secure an arm triangle but Johnson defends it well. #T4##SUB2#
Lawrence looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Lawrence tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Johnson is desperately trying to improve his position but Lawrence has a good base and remains in mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Lawrence is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Johnson is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Johnson flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Lawrence anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Johnson and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Lawrence slips an arm under Johnson chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Lawrence has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Lawrence is squeezing on Johnson like an anaconda would it's prey. Johnson fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Malachi Lawrence!

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